As Cracks Widen In Washington State, Government Prepares For A Landslide
Dozens of people have agreed to move temporarily to hotels in case a landslide destroys their homes.
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SpaceX Rocket Launches Secret Government Payload Into Orbit
The launch of the top-secret Zuma satellite into an undisclosed orbit ended with yet another pinpoint landing for the Falcon's first-stage booster, which will be reused.
What History And Fiction Teach Us About Women And Power
Psychologist Tania Lombrozo considers two books: In one, we learn what ancient Greece can tell us about Twitter trolls and, in the other, we're shown a world in which women have power over men.
Soaring Popularity Of Grass-Fed Beef May Hit Roadblock: Less Nutritious Grass
Since the mid-'90s, levels of crude protein in the plants, which cattle need to grow, have dropped nearly 20 percent, and it may just be a matter of time before prairie grasses can't support grazing.
Dozens Evacuate In Washington State, Fearing Landslide
A massive crack on top of Rattlesnake Ridge in south-central Washington state has nearby residents evacuating, as geologists and government officials predict a potentially devastating landslide.
Controversial Social Scientist Charles Murray Retires
After more than 30 years, The Bell Curve author Charles Murray is taking on a new role as emeritus scholar at the American Enterprise Institute. NPR's Michel Martin talks to Dr. Murray about his career.
A Tenn. Man Recently Discovered The Largest Prime Number Known To Humankind
This past week, John Pace of Germantown, Tenn., made a massive discovery. He found the largest prime number known to humankind. It's more than 23 million digits long.
Night Light Increasing Around The World
A new study of satellite data shows how nighttime light has been steadily increasing in recent years. This is happening despite new forms of lighting that were supposed to lower energy consumption.
Star 'Treknology': Imagining The Future Into Being
From its first appearance, Star Trek has always been hopeful about the relationship between society and technology. Ethan Siegel doesn't lose sight of this in his book, Treknology, says Adam Frank.
It's Not Just A Cold, It's 'Sickness Behavior'
Feeling grumpy and antisocial because you've got a cold? That's not just a random side effect. It's your body saying, "Hey, slow down and rest so you can get better."