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Police officers carry a detained opposition activist during a banned anti-Kremlin protest in Moscow on May 31. Opposition leaders say the new law, championed by the majority United Russia party led by Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, could be used to pressure activists into not organizing such protests. Ivan Sekretarev/AP hide caption

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New Law Would Restore KGB-Era Powers In Russia

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The eggs are layered with moist sand to cushion their journey. Share the Beach volunteers use counters to make sure all 127 eggs from this loggerhead nest are accounted for. Debbie Elliott/NPR hide caption

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Before They Hatch: Moving Sea Turtle Eggs From Gulf

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Anthropologist Brian Richmond is trying to determine what the footprints of modern humans can tell us about how we evolved. NPR hide caption

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Fast Feet: A Springy Step Helps Humans Walk

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A computer screen shot shows the cover of the newly released first edition of the Yemen-based Al-Qaida in the Arabian Peninsula's online magazine. AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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Al-Qaida Magazine Draws Attention, But Few Fans

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The U.S. Computer Emergency Readiness Team/National Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Center is designed to help protect the technical infrastructure of the United States. Win McNamee/Getty Images hide caption

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Cyberwarrior Shortage Threatens U.S. Security

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