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Law change call for space flight - A law change is needed before Scotland can be considered as a launch site for commercial space flights, Virgin Galactic says.

Studies 'overstate species risks' - Some large-scale studies appear to overestimate the threats of climate change on biodiversity, a study suggests.

Leaders 'likely' to go to summit - At least 40 world leaders are likely to attend December's UN climate summit in a bid to secure a new global treaty.

Minister 'backs adviser autonomy' - The government will produce guidelines on the independence of its scientific advisers, Science Minister Lord Drayson says.

Horse genome unlocked by science - The genome of a domestic horse has been successfully sequenced by an international team of researchers.

Scientists urge respect on advice - Senior academics call on the UK government to respect the independence and freedom of its scientific advisers.

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Backpacking List

BASIC EQUIPMENT
Backpack	Sleeping Bag
Water Bottles	Boots
Tent	Sleeping Pad
Matches	Stove and Fuel
Aluminum Foil	Cooking Pot
Biodegradable Soap	Plastic Bowl
Plastic fork and spoon	Knife
Coffee / Tea	Underwear
T-Shirt	Toothbrush/Paste
Toilet Paper	Compass
GPS Receiver	Map
Cell / Mobile Phone	Wool Socks
Plastic Bags	Collapsing Water Jug
Water Purifier	Food
Flashlight	First Aid Kit
WET AND COLD WEATHER
Rain Jacket and Pants	Anorak
Wool Hat	Long Underwear
Large Garbage Bag	Snow Shoes
Slip-on Ice Cleats
HOT AND SUNNY WEATHER
Hat	Sunglasses
Sunscreen	Shorts
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
Bear Cannister	Camera and Film
Tampons	Contact Lens solution
Birth Control	Fishing Rod / Gear
Disposable Razors	Insect Repellent
Clothes Detergent

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