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Stephen Hawking writes a book for kids

A scientist, his daughter, a curious boy named George and a supercomputer: Ingredients, all, in an upcoming work of fiction that sets out to demystify the secrets of the universe, for a young audience.

First-borns are smarter: Study

Two Norwegian scientists found the IQ of first-born children averaged out at around 103.2; that of second-born children at 101.2; and third-born children averaged 100.0.

Rushdie divides British cabinet

As Gordon Brown prepares to succeed Prime Minister Tony Blair, the naming of Rushdie in the honours list and subsequent events have created the impression of a clueless party.

Republicans lose House of Representatives

Dogs can smell cancer

Did George W take drugs?