Thousands of cetacean carcasses wash up on shore each year. Recent research argues that coastal management practices should help preserve the many ecological benefits they can bring. ...read more
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is fueling fears about the possibility of a nuclear war. But experts say this is far from the first time these worries have bubbled to the surface. ...read more
Hoarding is classified as an obsessive-compulsive disorder and inflicts at least 2 percent of Americans. When it involves animals, a host of health risks can come into play. ...read more
An ancient squid named after President Biden is the latest animal species with a famous namesake ...read more
The decrease in lightning coincided with a drop in human activities that send aerosols into the atmosphere. ...read more
Many of Ukraine’s cherished cultural sites and artifacts are already lost. ...read more
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Traces of gold in the world's oceans have captivated ambitious minds for more than 100 years. We're still seeking new, inventive ways to extract the precious metal. ...read more
Robots and self-driving cars could deliver packages efficiently. But will they create new hazards? ...read more