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How many spheres can be arranged so that every one ‘kisses’ a single rounded shape in the center?
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Vipers can strike within 100 milliseconds of launching at their prey.
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With senses far sharper than ours, dogs detect what we can’t—perhaps more than we realize.
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The rapidly spinning star beta Canis Minoris is about 162 light-years away from Earth.
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The approach converts the toxic nonstick coating into harmless ingredients.
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Pinworm, bacterial E.coli, Blastocystis, and more.
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Researchers studied urate solids from over 20 snake and lizard species.
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This year, 16-year-old Joe Veneziale created a terrifying Old Hollywood hotel.
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