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The National | Dec 23, 2012 | 7:34

Top Science Stories of 2012, pt. 1

The National's Science Correspondent Bob McDonald fills us in on the top science stories of 2012.

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The National Building boom slows May 15, 2013 | 2:47There are worries that a slowdown in construction could hurt Canada's economy
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The National ISS crew fix leak ahead of schedule May 11, 2013 | 2:03Astronauts outside the International Space Station have successfully repaired a coolant pump suspected of leaking ammonia
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