Telomeres are nubby pieces of protein that are attached to the end of chromosomes. They help to protect the precious strings of DNA code when a cell replicates.

For example, taking part in crowdfunding to support a cash-strapped up-and-coming tennis player allows anyone with modest sums to get involved.

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Baseball player Nyjer Morgan helped carry the Milwaukee Brewers to the playoffs. (Jim Prisching/Associated Press)

It's a streak that appeared in jeopardy when Bozak put the Maple Leafs ahead 5-3 with 5 seconds left in the second period by tapping a lazy rebound by Zatkoff.