12:07
How Hurricane Irma Could Affect Florida’s Endangered Species
Biologists wait to assess the damage done to a delicate ecosystem.
One Person’s Dung Is Another One’s Treasure
We took a field trip in Kansas to find some dung beetles.
Shedding Light On The New Zealand Glow Worm
Biochemists Miriam Sharpe and Kurt Krause hope to discover the molecular basis for the New Zealand glow worm’s bioluminescence.
12:18
Bad Plumbing? There Goes The Empire
Researchers say lead pipes of ancient Rome tell the story of the city’s rise and fall.
16:22
How The West Will Be Won (For The Black-Footed Ferret)
In the western prairies, the bandit-masked predator faces an invasive plague, limited food, and the work of staying alive.
Building A Flood-Proof Skyscraper Resilient To Climate Change
After the flooding damage from Superstorm Sandy, New York developers are designing buildings with big storms in mind.
After Harvey, A Perfect Storm For Bacteria
Hurricane Harvey left a slew of highly visible damage. But after the waters recede, the storm may leave something far less visible in its wake: a public health concern.
5:17
On The Mississippi, A Battle Of The Levees
A plan to address Mississippi River flooding rests on those who disagree on control measures.
Why Are Honeycomb Cells Hexagonal?
Honeybees make the cells of their hives in the shape of hexagons, but why?
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Hurricane Harvey And The New Normal
As Harvey devastates Houston, Michael Mann says it becomes increasingly clear that we live in an ever-evolving state of a “new normal.” Where do we go from there?