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Tiny structures in our spines could hold clues to why our backs wear out

An international team of scientists has discovered how some of the tiniest structures in the human spine help it cope with the strain of bending, lifting and everyday movement, potentially shedding new light on why spinal disks deteriorate.

Tiny structures in our spines could hold clues to why our backs wear out

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Huge space telescope plunges back to Earth after 22 years in orbit

NASA had previously said much of the observatory burned up upon reentry. The risk to people on Earth was low, the agency said.

  • Swift Observatory, 1.5-ton NASA telescope, orbits Earth for 22 years
  • Failed rescue attempt in July, robot Link couldn't reach telescope
  • Reentry estimated to cause minimal injury risk of 1 in 2,100

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