SCIENCE
More than Half of Earth’s Species Live Underground
To many humans, soil is just the dirt under our feet. But new research shows that for more than half of all species...
Hiroshima’s Anniversary Marks an Injustice Done to Blast Survivors
On August 6, 1945, the U.S. used an atomic bomb for the first time in history, against the city of Hiroshima. The U.S....
Six Ways to Stay Safe Outdoors in Extreme Heat
The summer sun has been anything but fun for many this year. Brutal temperatures torched records across the U.S. as they peaked globally...
Heat Waves Could Kill Off Human-Bred Mosquitoes
CLIMATEWIRE | Scientists have warned that some mosquito-borne diseases, like malaria and dengue fever, may spread into new territories as the world warms. So...
Largest U.S. Offshore Wind Project Could Produce Power This Year
CLIMATEWIRE | HYANNIS, Mass. — America’s first major offshore wind farm is coming into focus on the wavy horizon off Massachusetts. An electric substation...
California Waves Have Grown a Foot Taller because of Climate Change
CLIMATEWIRE | California beaches, revered for their swells, are a destination for surfers worldwide. But the gnarly waves along the coastline are growing bigger...
‘Virgin Birth’ Engineered into Female Animals for First Time
For the first time, scientists have used genetic engineering to trigger ‘virgin birth’ in female animals that normally need a male partner to...
U.S. Looks to Mongolia, Wedged between China and Russia, for Critical Minerals
CLIMATEWIRE | The U.S. is waging a global charm offensive to obtain the minerals it needs to replace fossil fuels with cleaner energy. Its...
Congressional UFO Hearing Shows Need for More Transparency
A congressional subcommittee met on June 26, 2023, to hear testimony from several military officers who allege the government is concealing evidence of UFOs. By holding...
Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Head to the Side?
Ask your dog if they want to go to the park, and you might get an inquisitive-looking head tilt in response. This cute...
