Science: Wired reports that on-line gamers have significantly assisted scientists in solving the three-dimensional structure of a protein. The research paper is here.
Politics: (or something) CNN reports on a study that attempts to explain why some store clerks can seem rude.
Computing: Google created a doodle in honor of Jim Henson, creator of the Muppets.
Christianity: The Dead Sea Scrolls are now visible on-line.
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