Year in Review 2012: Top News Stories
In a year mostly dominated by power politics and a presidential election, Mother Nature reminded us in November of her strength and authority. A spate of shootings and odd crimes captivated the news shows and online media.
- Photo By Mel Evans Sun, Dec 2, 2012 4:00 AM EST
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Orphaned polar bear cub finds new home
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Incredible photos from space
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Natural world phenomena
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Skylab legacy: 40 years of life off Eart …
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Soyuz space crew returns to Earth
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Spectacular solar storms
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Spectacular solar eclipses
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Wildlife snapshots
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Cicadas: They're back!
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New app programs bionic hands
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Jamestown cannibalism
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Patterns in nature
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Virgin Galactic makes historic flight
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