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NASA Voyager 1 Space Probe From '70s Troubled by Mysterious Glitch
The farthest spacecraft from Earth is beaming back weird telemetry data.
New Mexico Fire Now State's Largest Ever, Resort Evacuated: What You Need to Know
Wind-whipped wildfires and severe drought have combined to destroy more than a hundred buildings over an area larger than all of New York City.
Dolphins Taste Their Pals' Pee to Identify Them
Know the group urine. Dolphins don't have a sense of smell, but they can follow friends by their flavor.
Climate
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New Mexico Fire Now State's Largest Ever, Resort Evacuated: What You Need to Know
Wind-whipped wildfires and severe drought have combined to destroy more than a hundred buildings over an area larger than all of New York City.
New Solar Panel Design Uses Wasted Energy to Make Water From Air
The system directly addresses clean water shortages and crop devastation worldwide.
'Clobbered by Climate Change': UN Warns of Failure to Adapt to Global Warming
Humanity's ability to deal with climate change will become more difficult unless we rapidly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, scientists say.
Study Says Corn-Based Ethanol 24% More Carbon Intensive Than Gasoline
This research seems to contradict published findings from the USDA, though it is more holistic in its approach.
The Ocean Cleanup Expands its River-Focused Interceptors
The nonprofit cleanup crew shows off its newest river tools, the Interceptor Barrier and the Interceptor Tender. The Ocean Cleanup's CEO talks to CNET about plans for 2022 and beyond.
Space
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NASA Voyager 1 Space Probe From '70s Troubled by Mysterious Glitch
The farthest spacecraft from Earth is beaming back weird telemetry data.
Scientists Grow Plants in Moon Soil for First Time: 'Everything Sprouted'
Are we looking at our future lunar lunch?
NASA 'Holoported' a Doctor Onto the International Space Station
We're basically living in a Star Trek episode.
Black Hole Collision Might've Sent Invisible Abyss Hurtling Through Space
Two black holes smashed into each other. The force may have been powerful enough to boot the resulting object into deep space.
Historic Congressional Hearing on UFOs Is Live: Watch Now
This should be fascinating.
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Dolphins Taste Their Pals' Pee to Identify Them
Know the group urine. Dolphins don't have a sense of smell, but they can follow friends by their flavor.
Which COVID Booster Should I Get? What to Know About Mixing Vaccines
Still need a booster? Thinking about getting a second? Here's what to know.
Your Brain Operates at the Edge of Chaos, but That's Actually a Good Thing
We derive a wealth of benefits from teetering between calmness and mayhem.
When Can Kids Get the COVID Vaccine or Booster?
The FDA has authorized boosters for kids 5 to 11, but kids under age 5 still can't be vaccinated. Here's what to know about COVID shots for kids.
Watch Dolphins Taking Care of Their Skin at a 'Coral Clinic'
It appears marine mammals have skincare routines too.
