Water, Water, Every Where — And Now Scientists Know Where It Came From
Some unusual meteorites suggest that Earth got its water at its start, rather than forming dry and being watered by comets later on.
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Where Did Earth's Water Come From?
Scientists have long debated whether the Earth's water was here when the planet formed or whether it arrived later. A study suggests much of the water originated in rocks from which Earth is built.
COVID-19 Vaccine May Pit Science Against Politics
New vaccines usually take years to get the approval of the Food and Drug Administration. But the Trump administration suggests the FDA may greenlight a coronavirus vaccine by the end of the year.
Hurricanes Like Laura Are More Likely Because Of Climate Change
Hurricane Laura rapidly intensified before it made landfall. Abnormally hot water in the Gulf of Mexico helped it gain power.
Why Many People Are Drawn To Conspiracy Theories
NPR's Audie Cornish talks with Eugenia Cheng, a British mathematician and a concert pianist, about why people are drawn to conspiracy theories and why it is hard for them to change their minds.
Researchers Develop A Trap To Control Population Of Invasive Lionfish
Invasive lionfish, native to the Indian Ocean, have had a big impact on reef ecosystems in the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico. A new inexpensive trap may help control these voracious predators.
Major Real Estate Website Now Shows Flood Risk. Should They All?
Millions of home listings on Realtor.com now include information about climate change-driven flood risk. Other real estate sites are holding off.
FDA's Hahn Apologizes For Overselling Plasma's Benefits As A COVID-19 Treatment
The Food and Drug Administration's chief said Sunday the therapy reduces deaths among COVID-19 patients by 35%. On Monday he apologized, acknowledging that statistic greatly exaggerates any benefit.
To Manage Wildfire, California Looks To What Tribes Have Known All Along
Native American tribes are restoring traditional burning in California, which could help the state reduce the risk of extreme wildfires.
German Experiment Tests How The Coronavirus Spreads At A Concert
Researchers hope the study can provide insight as to how COVID-19 spreads in large stadiums — and how to prevent it.