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Astronomers say they have detected a planet at a distance so close its atmosphere could be studied, and with a density so low it's almost certain to have water.
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With a slew of excellent games, including "Killzone 2," at left, the PS3 is finally hitting its stride. Full story
Hubble spots cosmic Christmas wreath
The Hubble has captured a festive view of the cosmos in time for the holidays, with some saying the picture of a star nursery looks like a wreath. Full story
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Blue whale songs are getting even bluer
Blue whales' songs are hauntingly deep, filled with extraterrestrial vibratos, and utterly mysterious. Despite many attempts to interpret them, scientists still don't know what the world's largest animals are saying.
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Alien ‘water world’ found
Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Astronomers say they have detected a planet just six and a half times as massive as Earth — at a distance so close its atmosphere could be studied, and with a density so low it's almost certain to have water.
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YouTube's top 2009 videos feature eclectic cast
The year's biggest hits on the Internet's top video channel were anchored by an improbable singing sensation, a groggy boy nursing a sore mouth, a bride and groom dancing down the wedding aisle, supernatural heartthrobs and roller-skating babies.
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Ohio court: Cell phone searches require warrant
The Ohio Supreme Court said Tuesday police officers must obtain a search warrant before scouring the contents of a suspect's cell phone, unless their safety is in danger.
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Teen runs up dad's cell bill to nearly $22,000
A 13-year-old teen was probably in hot water with his father after running up a cell phone bill of nearly $22,000.
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10 best PlayStation 3 games of 2009
With a slew of exclusive games, the PlayStation 3 is finally hitting its stride.
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When will plug-in cars pay off?
Automakers are promising that affordable plug-in hybrid electric vehicles will be available in the next couple of years, but a new report contends that it will be decades before the fuel savings and lower emissions make up for the high cost of batteries.
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