Astronomers have discovered the most Earth-like planet to date.  Its 50% bigger than Earth, five times heavier, and it’s 20.5 light-years away.  The most fascinating thing is that some astronomers believe that there should be liquid water on Gliese 581c (catchy name I know), and THAT means that there could be life!  My favorite part of the story:

“London bookies duly took note, lowering the odds on extraterrestrial life from 1,000-to-1 to 100-to-1.”

Read the whole thing yourself here.

In other news, I had to bring some poop to the vet today so they could check my dog for worms.  Good times.