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Herschel shows breadth of vision
The Herschel space telescope's "first light" images demonstrate a remarkable capability even though its set-up is incomplete.
Lift-off for European telescopes
Telescope seeks cold cosmos

North African cheetah (ZSL Whipsnade) Speedy cheetahs put through paces
Scientists attempt to discover what makes cheetahs the fastest land animals on the planet.

Shuttle (AP) Lightning delays shuttle launch
The launch of space shuttle Endeavour is put back by 24 hours after lightning strikes near the Cape Canaveral launch pad.

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