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The International Botanical Congress voted to change a scientific name belonging to hundreds of plant species because it was offensive in southern Africa.The International Botanical Congress voted to change a scientific name belonging to hundreds of plant species because it was offensive in southern Africa. Read More

David Keith has an audacious plan to slow down global warming. Critics say it poses grave risks.David Keith has an audacious plan to slow down global warming. Critics say it poses grave risks. Read More

It’s probably not selfishness, experts say. Even young adults who want children see an increasing number of obstacles.It’s probably not selfishness, experts say. Even young adults who want children see an increasing number of obstacles. Read More

The new images of the melting underside of an ice shelf could help scientists better forecast how the continent is contributing to rising sea levels.The new images of the melting underside of an ice shelf could help scientists better forecast how the continent is contributing to rising sea levels. Read More

The Icelandic Meteorological Office has warned of an eruption “in the coming days.”The Icelandic Meteorological Office has warned of an eruption “in the coming days.” Read More

In a new book, physicist Sara Walker argues that assembly theory can explain what life is, and even help scientists create new forms of it.In a new book, physicist Sara Walker argues that assembly theory can explain what life is, and even help scientists create new forms of it. Read More

Videos in India show that sloth bears seem unaware of being stalked by the ferocious felines. When the tigers try to strike, the bears often get the better of them.Videos in India show that sloth bears seem unaware of being stalked by the ferocious felines. When the tigers try to strike, the bears often get

Energy companies say a labor shortage is one big obstacle to installing more solar power. They’re turning to machines to speed things up.Energy companies say a labor shortage is one big obstacle to installing more solar power. They’re turning to machines to speed things up. Read More

The blaze has been fed largely by exceptionally dry vegetation following more than a month of extreme heat in California.The blaze has been fed largely by exceptionally dry vegetation following more than a month of extreme heat in California. Read More

The Southern Delta Aquarids and the Alpha Capricornids are reaching their peak this week. The Perseids, one of the best shows of the year, are also ramping up.The Southern Delta Aquarids and the Alpha Capricornids are reaching their peak this week. The Perseids, one of the best shows of the year, are also ramping up. Read