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Scientists find a weak spot in one of the deadliest brain cancers

Latest Discoveries

New nocturnal snake from New Guinea named after Slash of Guns N’ Roses

World Heritage status for South Sudan parks will be a boon for the birds

APOD: 2026 September 7 – The Pelican Nebula in Gas, Dust, and Stars

11 vibrant deep-sea creatures shine in new Caribbean expedition

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