Science

Citing rapid advances by China and Russia, the United States is building an extensive capacity to fight battles in space.Citing rapid advances by China and Russia, the United States is building an extensive capacity to fight battles in space. Read More

Scientists say storms like those that battered Houston could become more intense as the planet warms, though pinning down trends is still challenging.Scientists say storms like those that battered Houston could become more intense as the planet warms, though pinning down trends is still challenging. Read More

Videos filmed by divers show that choking, blinding and sacrificing limbs are all in the cephalopods’ repertoire.Videos filmed by divers show that choking, blinding and sacrificing limbs are all in the cephalopods’ repertoire. Read More

A review of a limited number of cases of unresponsive patients with severe traumatic brain injuries raised questions about a custom of making a decision within 72 hours.A review of a limited number of cases of unresponsive patients with severe traumatic brain injuries raised questions about a custom of making a decision within 72 hours. Read

In humans, the energetic cost of pregnancy is about 50,000 dietary calories — far higher than previously believed, a new study found.In humans, the energetic cost of pregnancy is about 50,000 dietary calories — far higher than previously believed, a new study found. Read More

A deadlier version of the infectious disease is ravaging the Democratic Republic of Congo, while the type that caused a 2022 outbreak among gay and bisexual men is regaining strength.A deadlier version of the infectious disease is ravaging the Democratic Republic of Congo, while the type that caused a 2022 outbreak among gay and bisexual

The decision came after a scorching hearing in which lawmakers barraged EcoHealth Alliance’s president with claims of misrepresenting work with Chinese virologists.The decision came after a scorching hearing in which lawmakers barraged EcoHealth Alliance’s president with claims of misrepresenting work with Chinese virologists. Read More

The storm interfered with navigational systems used in tractors and other farming equipment, leaving some farmers temporarily unable to plant their crops.The storm interfered with navigational systems used in tractors and other farming equipment, leaving some farmers temporarily unable to plant their crops. Read More

Congenital syphilis has risen significantly in the United States. The Times would like to talk to women who experienced the condition when pregnant and learn how they dealt with it.Congenital syphilis has risen significantly in the United States. The Times would like to talk to women who experienced the condition when pregnant and learn how

New research shows the “upside-down trees” originated in Madagascar and then caught a ride on ocean currents to reach mainland Africa and Australia.New research shows the “upside-down trees” originated in Madagascar and then caught a ride on ocean currents to reach mainland Africa and Australia. Read More