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  1. Astronomy

    Galaxy survey sheds light on dark matter

    Astronomers are examining some of the brightest objects in the universe to learn about the darkest stuff.

    By Ron Cowen
  2. Tech

    Magnetic refrigerator gets down and homey

    Because it uses a permanent magnet, a new, prototype magnetic cooler takes up so little space that it could give rise to ordinary household refrigerators and air conditioners that run on magnetism instead of volatile liquids.

    By Peter Weiss

  3. 18981

    Awareness of the geographical distribution of multiple sclerosis makes the Epstein-Barr virus an unlikely agent. Multiple sclerosis is most common in the white population of northern Europe, North America, Australia, and New Zealand. The risk of developing the disease in white populations increases with latitude.