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  1. Astronomy

    Cosmic Twist: X’s may mark spots where black holes merge

    If whacked by a companion black hole, a big, jet-emitting black hole may spew superhot plasma in a new, crosswise direction.

    By Peter Weiss

  2. Resilient DNA: Gene may brighten future for abused kids

    A long-term study in New Zealand indicates that a genetic variation associated with high concentrations of certain brain chemicals protects abused children from becoming violent and impulsive later in life.

    By Bruce Bower
  3. Earth

    West Coast Shimmy: Smack from space triggered landslides along Pacific Coast

    Scientists say they've found the first evidence along the Pacific Coast of massive landslides triggered by the impact from space 65 million years ago that's suspected to have wiped out the dinosaurs.