SCIENCE

A scrappy science project led to a significant discovery: two new species of a rare organism that could elucidate a fundamental transition in the history of life on our planet.A scrappy science project led to a significant discovery: two new species of a rare organism that could elucidate a fundamental transition in the history of […]

The drought-stricken state has improved its ability to collect and store rainwater. But many gallons may still rush into the Pacific.The drought-stricken state has improved its ability to collect and store rainwater. But many gallons may still rush into the Pacific. Read More

The belugas were among 30 whales transferred to aquariums in the United States and Spain from a closed marine attraction in Canada.The belugas were among 30 whales transferred to aquariums in the United States and Spain from a closed marine attraction in Canada. Read More

A congenial legislator with a professorial air, he won battles through charm, not pugilism, passing laws to protect drinking water, redwood forests and clean air.A congenial legislator with a professorial air, he won battles through charm, not pugilism, passing laws to protect drinking water, redwood forests and clean air. Read More

Scientists observed a family of pygmy raccoons near a Cozumel beach club learning from one another how to craft balls from paper, an indication that the animals have a culture.Scientists observed a family of pygmy raccoons near a Cozumel beach club learning from one another how to craft balls from paper, an indication that the

American artificial intelligence companies have accused their Chinese counterparts of using a technique called distillation to enhance their own systems.American artificial intelligence companies have accused their Chinese counterparts of using a technique called distillation to enhance their own systems. Read More

Scientists at the company announced their first finding: a group of enzymes whose function is unknown.Scientists at the company announced their first finding: a group of enzymes whose function is unknown. Read More

A federal judge ruled that the new law, which would force fossil fuel companies to pay $75 billion to help cover the costs of climate change, was unconstitutional.A federal judge ruled that the new law, which would force fossil fuel companies to pay $75 billion to help cover the costs of climate change, was unconstitutional. Read

The first fall runs of chinook salmon since the project in California and Oregon was completed have surpassed researchers’ expectations.The first fall runs of chinook salmon since the project in California and Oregon was completed have surpassed researchers’ expectations. Read More

The largest analysis of bat genomes and fossils suggests that the first bats emerged in Europe roughly 65 million years ago and that echolocation evolved early.The largest analysis of bat genomes and fossils suggests that the first bats emerged in Europe roughly 65 million years ago and that echolocation evolved early. Read More