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As Black Holes Collide, Scientists Detect Gravitational Waves

Scientists have seen gravitational ripples from two black holes colliding. The discovery is the culmination of decades of work. Albert Einstein first predicted such ripples should exist a century ago.

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Geoff Brumfiel works as a senior editor and correspondent on NPR's science desk.
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