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Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation written by a professional astronomer. 2003 December 30 A Dust Devil Crater on Mars Credit: Malin Space Science Systems, MGS, JPL, NASA Explanation: What caused the streaks in this Martian crater? Since the above image shows streaks occurring both inside and outside the crater, they were surely created after the crater-causing impact. Newly formed trails like these presented researchers with a tantalizing martian mystery but have now been identified as likely the work...

By Polly Campbell The Cincinnati Enquirer Nat Comisar (left) and Executive Chef Bertrand Bouquin have reason to smile. (Enquirer file photo) For the 40th consecutive year, Maisonette has won bragging rights to five culinary stars. The Mobil Travel Guide announced today that it has awarded the downtown French restaurant its highest rating in its 2004 guide. No other restaurant on the continent has held that rating as long. Nat Comisar, owner of Maisonette, calls it "marvelous news - like holding a 40-year world championship." The five-star rating is a key component of the restaurant's marketing and reputation and will...