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Companies say it’s a better way to dispose of the Cold War-era material — and fix a shortage of nuclear fuel. But the plan has also faced criticism.Companies say it’s a better way to dispose of the Cold War-era material — and fix a shortage of nuclear fuel. But the plan has also faced criticism. Read […]

Lenacapavir, which protects people from H.I.V. infection with twice-yearly shots, is arriving in a country where the health system has been hollowed out by American aid cuts.Lenacapavir, which protects people from H.I.V. infection with twice-yearly shots, is arriving in a country where the health system has been hollowed out by American aid cuts. Read More

On Aug. 12, parts of Greenland, Iceland, Spain and Portugal will experience the thrill of daytime darkness. Here’s where you can witness the cosmic spectacle.On Aug. 12, parts of Greenland, Iceland, Spain and Portugal will experience the thrill of daytime darkness. Here’s where you can witness the cosmic spectacle. Read More

While global warming is still a threat, the decision to back away from a worst-case outlook raises questions about whether some risks have been overstated.While global warming is still a threat, the decision to back away from a worst-case outlook raises questions about whether some risks have been overstated. Read More

Evacuation orders remained in place for more than 40,000 residents around Garden Grove, Calif., the location of an industrial site containing an unstable tank of toxic chemical.Evacuation orders remained in place for more than 40,000 residents around Garden Grove, Calif., the location of an industrial site containing an unstable tank of toxic chemical. Read More

A single infusion of an experimental gene-editing drug seemed to reduce LDL long-term in a small trial. The results may point to something “curative,” one expert said.A single infusion of an experimental gene-editing drug seemed to reduce LDL long-term in a small trial. The results may point to something “curative,” one expert said. Read More

Jellyfish myths and misconceptions abound. Here’s how to stay safe this beach season around these gelatinous wonders.Jellyfish myths and misconceptions abound. Here’s how to stay safe this beach season around these gelatinous wonders. Read More

An environmental lobbyist and activist, he was a pivotal figure in drawing public attention and political support to the existential issue.An environmental lobbyist and activist, he was a pivotal figure in drawing public attention and political support to the existential issue. Read More

An annual psychiatric meeting was abuzz over Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s call to rein in the use of depression medications. Some fear it will drive patients away from care.An annual psychiatric meeting was abuzz over Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s call to rein in the use of depression medications. Some fear it will drive patients away

If a problem with the launch tower is fixed, SpaceX will try to launch on Friday evening.If a problem with the launch tower is fixed, SpaceX will try to launch on Friday evening. Read More