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Papua New Guinea Highlanders Have Key Differences — Papua New Guinea Highlanders Have Key Differences

New research shows villagers living at high altitude are shorter, have higher lung capacity and have smaller waistlines

Massachusetts Is First State to Use Covid K9 Unit — Massachusetts Is First State to Use Covid K9 Unit

Duke and Huntah are first dogs used by law enforcement to detect coronavirus cases

Could 'Mothing' Be the New Birding? — Could 'Mothing' Be the New Birding?

To celebrate National Moth Week, bask in the beautiful variety of these oft-overlooked insects

Cannabis’ Wild Ancestors Likely Came From China — Cannabis’ Wild Ancestors Likely Came From China

The analysis identifies East Asia as a potential source of genetic diversity for the growing market for medical and recreational marijuana

A Clever Cuttlefish Goes in for the Kill — A Clever Cuttlefish Goes in for the Kill

In a sandy gully, a school of razorfish are being stalked by an invisible predator and a master of disguise: the crafty cuttlefish

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