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Scientists analyzed thousands of autopsies of seabirds, sea turtles and marine mammals and found that even small amounts of ingested plastic can be deadly.Scientists analyzed thousands of autopsies of seabirds, sea turtles and marine mammals and found that even small amounts of ingested plastic can be deadly. Read More

A small group of countries is aiming to impose a fee on private jets and premium commercial fares. The revenue would help nations adapt to warming.A small group of countries is aiming to impose a fee on private jets and premium commercial fares. The revenue would help nations adapt to warming. Read More

After a wolf dragged a crab trap out of water to get a snack, some scientists said the behavior revealed their ability to use tools.After a wolf dragged a crab trap out of water to get a snack, some scientists said the behavior revealed their ability to use tools. Read More

Experts discovered an unusual form of regicide in which a parasitic ant queen tricks workers in a colony into turning on their own mother.Experts discovered an unusual form of regicide in which a parasitic ant queen tricks workers in a colony into turning on their own mother. Read More

As the talks continue, some countries are pushing for a detailed “road map” for a global transition away from oil, gas and coal.As the talks continue, some countries are pushing for a detailed “road map” for a global transition away from oil, gas and coal. Read More

Many older Americans shun an identity that could bring helpful accommodations, improve care and provide community.Many older Americans shun an identity that could bring helpful accommodations, improve care and provide community. Read More

She maintained a triangular correspondence with the two men, who overshadowed the significant contributions she made to the field of psychoanalysis.She maintained a triangular correspondence with the two men, who overshadowed the significant contributions she made to the field of psychoanalysis. Read More

The moon is far from full this weekend, which could mean good fireball viewing for night sky watchers.The moon is far from full this weekend, which could mean good fireball viewing for night sky watchers. Read More

The decision to allow oil and gas drilling in Alaska’s ecologically sensitive North Slope has the support of the state’s governor and senators.The decision to allow oil and gas drilling in Alaska’s ecologically sensitive North Slope has the support of the state’s governor and senators. Read More

A Pennsylvania plant run by the company, ByHeart, was shut down this year after inspectors found mold, a leaking roof and more than 2,500 dead insects in a food production area.A Pennsylvania plant run by the company, ByHeart, was shut down this year after inspectors found mold, a leaking roof and more than 2,500 dead