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Krishna This week Hindus celebrate Janmastami—the god Krishna’s birthday. Stories about Krishna are told in the ancient Mahabharata and Puranas. Puri, India, where Krishna is known as Jagannath, is an important pilgrimage site for devotees year-round.

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How do astronauts eat in outer space? Scientists develop special foods and packaging to deal with weightlessness. Find out about it in this article.

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NASA reports new planetary system:

August 27, 2010 - NASA reported yesterday that its Kepler spacecraft has discovered the first confirmed planetary system with more than one planet crossing in front of, or transiting, the same star.

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Our interactive World Atlas lets you travel around the world and explore your favorite destinations in great detail. Find precise maps, updated country profiles, links to in-depth articles, and much more. Try it now!

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