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Amborella is the first known flowering plant and, like the platypus, a genetic dead end. Selaginella's relatives are the fossils in fossil fuel. Now, scientists are studying the genes of these plants, looking for clues about evolution and compounds that might be applied to medicine or agriculture.

Cases of congenital syphilis doubled last year in areas of Northeast Ohio, which the CDC says is part of an overall national spike in cases.

Minnesota and Wisconsin are in contention. Minnesota is well known for being the 'Land of 10,000 Lakes.' Wisconsin is saying it has more.

The university remains accredited for now but must provide evidence it has addressed the issues before a June 24 deadline.

The National Weather Service cautioned that even smaller amounts of precipitation could impact saturated areas, causing flash floods on Friday before the region has a chance to recover.

New members tried out any number of rituals — from lucky dances to backflips — hoping the office odds were ever in their favor.

The Utopie bakery has been crowned the winner of the 31st annual "best baguette in Paris" competition.

Colbert confirmed the cancellation during a show taping on Thursday. CBS said the move was "purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night."

It's like a fire bucket brigade, but for books.

Moo Deng and Haggis are joined by another slick, round supreme on the scene — a new pygmy hippo born at Metro Richmond Zoo in Virginia. Fans can vote on the two options for her name through Saturday.