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Scientists release largest map yet of dark matter in the cosmos

Scientists release largest map yet of dark matter in the cosmos

Researchers from the Dark Energy Survey used data captured by one of the world's most powerful digital cameras to put together the largest contiguous map of dark matter created.
by Krishnadev Calamur

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DNR: Drones a danger to firefighting aircraft

DNR: Drones a danger to firefighting aircraft

New DNR safety rules will ground firefighting helicopters and planes when a drone is present, forcing crews to fight the blaze without air support until the drone retreats.
by John Enger

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SpaceX delays spacecraft launch due to storm clouds

SpaceX delays spacecraft launch due to storm clouds

In a first, SpaceX hopes to land the first stage of the rocket on a barge floating in the Atlantic Ocean.
by Sam Sanders

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Alan Turing notebook sells for more than $1 million at auction

Alan Turing notebook sells for more than $1 million at auction

The 56-page manuscript details complex mathematical and computer science notations Turing made while at Bletchley Park, the British government's code-breaking site.
by Jackie Northam

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Arne Carlson: U needs leadership overhaul after Markingson case

Arne Carlson: U needs leadership overhaul after Markingson case

A legislative audit found the University ignored "serious ethical issues" in its handling of a mentally ill drug trial patient a decade ago. That patient, Dan Markingson, committed suicide in 2004 while participating in the trial.
by Tom Weber and Emily Kaiser

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'Thunder lizard' lives: Bronto tale shows how scientific names evolve

'Thunder lizard' lives: Bronto tale shows how scientific names evolve

The return of the brontosaurus is making headlines. But for scientists, these kind of name changes happen all the time. The public just isn't usually paying attention.
by Molly Bloom

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Why politicians must know their science

Listen to Michael Shermer discuss his recent Politco piece about why politicians need science.

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A glimpse of the afterlife through near-death experiences

MPR News' Kerri Miller talks to two guests about what happens to our brains when we experience these phenomena. Will verifiable research ever be able to back up the claims?

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Why are more baby boys born than girls?

Why are more baby boys born than girls?

Scientists have found some unexpected clues that could help explain why 51 percent of the babies born in the United States are male.
by Richard Harris

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