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February 28, 2025
A federal DEI ban is already prompting changes across science agencies. How will it affect medical research? A journalist traveled to five continents to learn about the afterlife of our trash, and why most “recyclable” plastic actually isn’t. And, the ocean liner SS United States will become an artificial reef in Florida. How do artificial reefs work?
7:13
A Cool Star Yields The Most Earth-Like Exoplanet Yet
A survey of exoplanets is finding Earth-like planets around cold, tiny stars, plus more stories from this week’s News Roundup.
5:02
Renewable Energy Makes Waves In Oregon
Plans for a wave testing facility in the state are advancing.
17:12
Puppy Eyes: Dogs’ Secret People Manipulation Weapon
Dogs have been perfecting their puppy eyes for thousands of years.
7:03
Why We Need To Talk About Microbes And Climate
Microbes are everywhere and have close ties to the climate. So, why are they often absent from discussion about climate change?
17:42
Through The Mountains And Smoke
To discover what’s happening in smoke plumes generated from wildfires, a team flies directly through the source.
12:27
How Climate Change Threatens Pikas
Pikas used to roam the American West. Now, they’re in danger of disappearing.
17:37
Uncovering A Colorado Apple Mystery
Colorado was once full of apple orchards—what happened? Plus the secrets of making cider.
9:48
Sucker For Cephalopods? Cephalopod Week Has You Covered
We’re submerging again for eight days of celebrating the mighty mollusks of the ocean.
11:56
What Are The Presidential Candidates’ Climate Plans?
The differing presidential candidates climate agendas include the Green New Deal, increased spending, and executive action.
11:51
A Tiny Twisted Protein, A Big Problem For Wildlife
Chronic wasting disease is a fatal illness affecting the brains of deer, moose, and elk.