Science
What Would Enrico Fermi Think Of Science Today?
More than 60 years after the physicist won the Nobel Prize, author David N. Schwartz considers how Fermi would react to today's science of black holes, genetic engineering and climate change.
Making Pizza In Space
Astronauts at the International Space Station sent down video of pizza night. Without gravity, they made pizza tossing look like a slow game of Frisbee.
Trump Orders Largest National Monument Reduction In U.S. History
In a speech in Utah on Monday, President Trump announced that his administration will shrink the Bears Ears National Monument by roughly 85 percent and the Grand Staircase by about half its size.
Across The World, If You Eat For Your Health, You'll Help The Planet
Dozens of countries have government-recommended diets. That advice differs from country to country, but according to a new study, following it generally would help the environment.
This Year's Hurricane Season Was Intense. Is It A Taste Of The Future?
Scientists say they see the fingerprint of climate change in these storms, but it's too soon to say whether this is a new normal.
Peregrine Falcons Attack Like Missiles To Grab Prey Midair, Scientists Find
The same guidance principle that governs how missiles intercept moving targets also describes how the falcons, which are known to dive at 200 mph or more, plummet to catch their prey.
The Ground Beneath Our Feet
"Without proper care for it we can have no life."
New Drugs Could Prevent Migraine Headaches For Some People
The first drugs designed specifically to prevent migraines have been found safe and effective in studies, but aren't yet FDA approved. Both drugs work by tweaking a brain system involved in pain.
Can Celebrity Scientists Change The Way People Think About Science And Religion?
Do people like Richard Dawkins and Francis Collins impact public opinion on how science and religion relate? Tania Lombrozo considers a study on the influence of big-name scientists on the debate.