Once again the time has come to gather around and take a well deserved hiatus from the politics of the day. Science talk is here. New discoveries, new takes on old knowledge, and other bits of news are all available for the perusing in today's information world. Over the fold are selections from the past week from a few of the many excellent science news sites around the world. Today's tidbits include new solar cell technology greatly boosts efficiency, astronomers unveil portrait of densest known rocky planet, antibiotic resistant bacteria have evolved a unique chemical mechanism, mapping pollutant threats to sea turtles, caterpillars inspire new movements in soft robots, and storage for spent nuclear fuel more crucial than ever. Gather yourselves around. Pull up that comfy chair and bask in the sunshine. There is plenty of room for everyone. Get ready for one more session of Dr. Possum's science education and entertainment.
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