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Ice-Skater, Sweden

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    Trillions of Viruses Inside You

    Don't worry—they're the good guys. By Carl Zimmer.

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    Why Disrupting Memory's Easy

    Remembering weakens memories. By Ed Yong.

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    Trees Pay Ants by "Check"

    Ants help acacias and get perks only they can use. By Ed Yong.

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    First Come, First Served

    What do female strawberry poison frogs look for in a mate? Proximity. By Ed Yong.

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