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For the first time, physicists have developed a model that explains the origins of unusually stable magic nuclei based ...

Some atoms are stable, while others seem to fall apart. Lead-208 will probably last forever, while the synthetic isotope technetium-99 exists for just hours. The difference lies in the structure of ...

A mathematical equivalent of a microscope with variable resolution has shed light on why some atoms are exceptionally stable, ...

The Cincinnati Reds have a new magic number to make the MLB playoffs with six games remaining in the regular season. With six games left to play, the Reds hold the last wild card spot in the National ...

The MLB regular season is in its final stretch. Follow the updated MLB standings, projected playoff bracket and magic numbers as the postseason nears.

The Seattle Mariners are thinking magic numbers. The Colorado Rockies are just glad they avoided a tragic number. The teams open a three-game interleague series Tuesday night at T-Mobile Park in ...

The Philadelphia Phillies are National League East Division champions and postseason bound, but the next step is securing a first-round bye and home-field advantage throughout the playoffs. The ...