11:40
Wish A Happy 190th Birthday To Jonathan The Tortoise
Plus, scientists have found the oldest known fragments of DNA.
12:05
Hawai’i’s Mauna Loa Volcanic Eruption Sparing Homes For Now
So far no one is at imminent risk from the flow of lava from the famed volcano. But an important climate research station is without power.
11:31
There Are Now Eight Billion People On Earth. What’s Next?
Projections show that population growth will slow down in the coming decades.
12:10
Science Was Big On The Ballot This Week. Here’s What Went Down
Across the U.S., people voted on topics like healthcare, climate change infrastructure, and abortion.
12:05
Don’t Trust What You See On TikTok This Election Season
Research found the social media platform allowed 90% of misleading political ads to run—even though they contradicted TikTok’s own policies.
12:00
A Boost For U.S. Electric Vehicle Battery Production
The government promises billions to boost production of electric vehicle batteries.
12:11
Scientists Are Trying To Study Human Neurons… In Rat Brains?
Human neurons implanted in rat brains could offer scientists a new way to study the brain. Plus, more stories from this week in science.
11:25
Hurricane Ian Destroys Iconic Florida House Meant To Survive Hurricanes
Rising sea levels and Hurricane Ian finally destroyed the Cape Romano Dome House in Florida, built to withstand the elements.
12:00
New Alzheimer’s Drug Reduces Cognitive Decline, Say Biotech Firms
A new Alzheimer’s drug is slated for approval by the FDA, but some experts are skeptical of its usefulness in patients.
12:17
Biden Declares The COVID-19 Pandemic Over. Is It?
One country cannot declare a global health crisis over, but when a pandemic officially ends is not easy to determine.