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Play galactic slots
Cosmic Log: An online experiment is a “cosmic slot machine” that matches space smash-ups with computer simulations.
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The whole family has gathered for a long weekend of festivities. Now what? Like the board and card games of yore, video games can be a great way to kill time. Full story
Games for kids 10+
There are plenty of great options for growing gamers — and parents. Full story
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Atom smasher starts speeding proton beams
Scientists running the world's largest atom smasher used the $10 billion machine's accelerator to speed up proton beams for the first time Tuesday, in a step toward experiments about the makeup of the universe.
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Play the galactic slots
Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: The Galaxy Zoo's latest online experiment is a “cosmic slot machine” that matches galactic smash-ups with computer simulations. The payoff? Pure science.
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Google to put ancient Iraq artifacts online
Google is putting thousands of images of ancient artifacts at Iraq's National Museum online, the Web search leader said on Tuesday, part of a U.S. bid to entice foreign firms to invest in Iraq.
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'Mr. Right' grifts widow's $50K in Web scam
Authorities say an Australian woman who fell in love online was duped out of nearly $50,000 by a Nigerian man who said he was her "Mr. Right."
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Using phone while walking perilous for seniors
For older people, gabbing on a cell phone while walking across the street may increase the chances of being run over, according to a new study.
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This holiday season, let the games begin!
Spending time with the whole family this holiday? Here's how to survive: Drink eggnog. Play video games. Check your ego at the door.
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Robotic spy planes go green
Robot spy planes are harnessing alternative energy to make them more covert and longer lasting than ever.
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