ICU teams report fatigue and frustration as they brace for Omicron surge
A resurgence in COVID-19 cases is testing the endurance of health care workers who care for the sickest patients, most of whom are unvaccinated.
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Friday, December 31, 2021
NPR News: Omicron is spreading like wildfire. Scientists are trying to figure out why
Omicron is spreading like wildfire. Scientists are trying to figure out why
The burning questions: What makes this newly identified variant so transmissible?. And what does it mean for preventing spread?
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The burning questions: What makes this newly identified variant so transmissible?. And what does it mean for preventing spread?
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NPR News: New virus infections driven by omicron soar to record high in Australia
New virus infections driven by omicron soar to record high in Australia
New coronavirus infections soared again in Australia on Friday to a record of more than 32,000 driven by the highly contagious omicron variant and a recent relaxation of restrictions in many areas.
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New coronavirus infections soared again in Australia on Friday to a record of more than 32,000 driven by the highly contagious omicron variant and a recent relaxation of restrictions in many areas.
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Thursday, December 30, 2021
NPR News: Thousands flee their homes as fast-moving winds drive wildfires in Colorado
Thousands flee their homes as fast-moving winds drive wildfires in Colorado
Colorado's governor has declared a state of emergency as winds are driving several large grass fires. Two towns in Boulder County have been evacuated with more than 20,000 people fleeing the fires.
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Colorado's governor has declared a state of emergency as winds are driving several large grass fires. Two towns in Boulder County have been evacuated with more than 20,000 people fleeing the fires.
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Update: NASA Plans Coverage of Webb Space Telescope Deployments
Over about the next two weeks, NASA will provide broadcast coverage, media briefings, and other updates on major deployment milestones for the James Webb Space Telescope, the world’s largest and most powerful space science telescope.
December 30, 2021
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NASA Plans Coverage of Webb Space Telescope Deployments
Over about the next two weeks, NASA will provide broadcast coverage, a media briefing, and other updates on major deployment milestones for the James Webb Space Telescope, the world’s largest and most powerful space science telescope.
December 30, 2021
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NPR News: New COVID studies show promise for the Johnson & Johnson vaccine booster
New COVID studies show promise for the Johnson & Johnson vaccine booster
Two studies that have not yet been peer reviewed indicate increased protection against the infectious omicron variant.
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Two studies that have not yet been peer reviewed indicate increased protection against the infectious omicron variant.
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NPR News: Pollution from backlogged ships off the Calif. coast is affecting air quality
Pollution from backlogged ships off the Calif. coast is affecting air quality
The supply chain backlog has ships backed up off the coast of Los Angeles. They're spewing exhaust that's affecting the air quality in Southern California and renewing environmental health concerns.
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The supply chain backlog has ships backed up off the coast of Los Angeles. They're spewing exhaust that's affecting the air quality in Southern California and renewing environmental health concerns.
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Wednesday, December 29, 2021
NPR News: Thousands are displaced in Brazil after weeks of flooding in Bahia state
Thousands are displaced in Brazil after weeks of flooding in Bahia state
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Gram Slattery, Brazil correspondent for Reuters, about the deadly flooding currently happening in the northeastern state of Bahia, Brazil.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with Gram Slattery, Brazil correspondent for Reuters, about the deadly flooding currently happening in the northeastern state of Bahia, Brazil.
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NPR News: Tribes push for a bigger role in managing the shrinking Colorado River's water
Tribes push for a bigger role in managing the shrinking Colorado River's water
For a century, Native American tribes have been excluded from negotiations on how to share water from the Colorado River. States say this is set to change, and tribes are pushing to make sure it does.
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For a century, Native American tribes have been excluded from negotiations on how to share water from the Colorado River. States say this is set to change, and tribes are pushing to make sure it does.
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NPR News: The James Webb Space Telescope has started unfurling its giant sunshield
The James Webb Space Telescope has started unfurling its giant sunshield
The deployment of the shade on the $10 billion telescope began Tuesday with the successful lowering of two arms known as Utilized Pallet Structures.
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The deployment of the shade on the $10 billion telescope began Tuesday with the successful lowering of two arms known as Utilized Pallet Structures.
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Tuesday, December 28, 2021
NPR News: The CDC slashes estimates of omicron's prevalence in the U.S.
The CDC slashes estimates of omicron's prevalence in the U.S.
New data from the CDC released on Tuesday, shows that while omicron remains the dominant variant, delta – which is the more severe strain – is still a worrisome driving force behind the current surge.
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New data from the CDC released on Tuesday, shows that while omicron remains the dominant variant, delta – which is the more severe strain – is still a worrisome driving force behind the current surge.
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Nevada Air Cadets to Hear from NASA Astronauts Aboard Space Station
Cadets from the Nevada Civil Air Patrol will have an opportunity soon to hear from NASA astronauts aboard the International Space Station.
December 28, 2021
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NPR News: The Sun Belt is making a big play for the hot electric vehicle market
The Sun Belt is making a big play for the hot electric vehicle market
Georgia recently nabbed an agreement for a $5 billion Rivian electric vehicle plant. Rivian is one of the hot new electric vehicle startups.
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Georgia recently nabbed an agreement for a $5 billion Rivian electric vehicle plant. Rivian is one of the hot new electric vehicle startups.
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NPR News: Food recalls have dropped off during the pandemic, but no one is entirely sure why
Food recalls have dropped off during the pandemic, but no one is entirely sure why
When the pandemic hit last year, restaurants closed and grocery stores struggled to keep their shelves stocked. A shift also occurred in the national food safety system.
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When the pandemic hit last year, restaurants closed and grocery stores struggled to keep their shelves stocked. A shift also occurred in the national food safety system.
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Monday, December 27, 2021
NPR News: Biologist E.O. Wilson, who influenced how people see evolution and nature, dies at 92
Biologist E.O. Wilson, who influenced how people see evolution and nature, dies at 92
Biologist and environmental activist E.O. Wilson died on Sunday at the age of 92. Wilson advocated for biodiversity and conservation.
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Biologist and environmental activist E.O. Wilson died on Sunday at the age of 92. Wilson advocated for biodiversity and conservation.
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NPR News: The James Webb Space Telescope is on its trek to a spot a million miles from Earth
The James Webb Space Telescope is on its trek to a spot a million miles from Earth
The James Webb Space Telescope is on its ways to its parking place a million miles from Earth. What do scientists plan to do with it once it is operational?
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The James Webb Space Telescope is on its ways to its parking place a million miles from Earth. What do scientists plan to do with it once it is operational?
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NPR News: These numbers show just how impactful the latest COVID-19 surge is
These numbers show just how impactful the latest COVID-19 surge is
Most states are at the highest level of COVID risk and hot spots are emerging across the country as the omicron variant takes hold. Here are the latest numbers by state.
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Most states are at the highest level of COVID risk and hot spots are emerging across the country as the omicron variant takes hold. Here are the latest numbers by state.
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NPR News: For over a century, California banned Indigenous cultural fires. Now, that's changing
For over a century, California banned Indigenous cultural fires. Now, that's changing
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Don Hankins, an Indigenous fire expert at California State University, about the state's decision to permit cultural burns.
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NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Don Hankins, an Indigenous fire expert at California State University, about the state's decision to permit cultural burns.
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NASA Invites Media to NOAA’s Weather Observing Satellite Launch
Media accreditation is now open for the upcoming launch of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) GOES-T satellite, the Western Hemisphere’s most advanced weather observing and environmental monitoring system.
December 27, 2021
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NPR News: E.O. Wilson, famed entomologist and pioneer in the field of sociobiology, dies at 92
E.O. Wilson, famed entomologist and pioneer in the field of sociobiology, dies at 92
The influential and sometimes controversial Harvard professor first made his name studying ants. He later broadened his scope to the intersection between human behavior and genetics.
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The influential and sometimes controversial Harvard professor first made his name studying ants. He later broadened his scope to the intersection between human behavior and genetics.
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NPR News: Omicron surge sets records as flight disruptions continue
Omicron surge sets records as flight disruptions continue
More than 1,400 flights canceled worldwide Monday, adding to thousands canceled over the Christmas weekend. And across the country, long lines continued at COVID-19 testing sites.
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More than 1,400 flights canceled worldwide Monday, adding to thousands canceled over the Christmas weekend. And across the country, long lines continued at COVID-19 testing sites.
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Saturday, December 25, 2021
NASA's Webb Telescope Launches to See First Galaxies, Distant Worlds
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope launched at 7:20 a.m. EST Saturday on an Ariane 5 rocket from Europe’s Spaceport.
December 25, 2021
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NPR News: Watch live: NASA is launching the most powerful space telescope ever
Watch live: NASA is launching the most powerful space telescope ever
The James Webb Space Telescope is set to take off from French Guinea around 7:20 a.m. ET on Saturday. The NASA mission is decades in the making and should reveal the earliest galaxies in the universe.
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The James Webb Space Telescope is set to take off from French Guinea around 7:20 a.m. ET on Saturday. The NASA mission is decades in the making and should reveal the earliest galaxies in the universe.
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Friday, December 24, 2021
NPR News: NASA prepares to launch the James Webb Space Telescope
NASA prepares to launch the James Webb Space Telescope
NASA is getting ready to launch the James Webb Space Telescope, the successor to the iconic Hubble Space Telescope. At mission control in Baltimore, Md., astronomers are getting ready.
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NASA is getting ready to launch the James Webb Space Telescope, the successor to the iconic Hubble Space Telescope. At mission control in Baltimore, Md., astronomers are getting ready.
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NPR News: 4 of the biggest archeological advancements of 2021 — including one 'game changer'
4 of the biggest archeological advancements of 2021 — including one 'game changer'
We spoke to four archaeologists of different specialties, who told us what they thought were some of the most important developments in their field in 2021.
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We spoke to four archaeologists of different specialties, who told us what they thought were some of the most important developments in their field in 2021.
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Thursday, December 23, 2021
NASA Selects Four University Teams for Aviation Projects
NASA’s research focus on sustainable aviation will get some big help from teams of university faculty and students recently selected to participate in the agency’s University Leadership Initiative (ULI).
December 23, 2021
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NPR News: The FDA has authorized Merck's COVID pill for home use — the second in two days
The FDA has authorized Merck's COVID pill for home use — the second in two days
The medicine, called molnupiravir, is taken twice a day for five days and works by preventing the virus from replicating. Merck says it will have 10 million packs available by the end of the month.
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The medicine, called molnupiravir, is taken twice a day for five days and works by preventing the virus from replicating. Merck says it will have 10 million packs available by the end of the month.
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NPR News: How 2021's floods and heat waves are signs of what's to come
How 2021's floods and heat waves are signs of what's to come
Many of this year's deadly extreme weather is linked to climate change and scientists warn they're a sign of what's to come.
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Many of this year's deadly extreme weather is linked to climate change and scientists warn they're a sign of what's to come.
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NPR News: Changing climate parches Afghanistan, exacerbating poverty
Changing climate parches Afghanistan, exacerbating poverty
A severe drought, now in its second year, has dramatically worsened the already desperate situation in the country with an economy in freefall following the Taliban takeover in August.
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A severe drought, now in its second year, has dramatically worsened the already desperate situation in the country with an economy in freefall following the Taliban takeover in August.
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Wednesday, December 22, 2021
NPR News: CDC report reveals how much the pandemic influenced the U.S. 2020 death rate
CDC report reveals how much the pandemic influenced the U.S. 2020 death rate
Americans' life expectancy declined by nearly two years in 2020 compared to the year before, primarily because of COVID-19. The drop in life expectancy was bigger for men, and for Blacks and Latinos.
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Americans' life expectancy declined by nearly two years in 2020 compared to the year before, primarily because of COVID-19. The drop in life expectancy was bigger for men, and for Blacks and Latinos.
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NPR News: Why some astronomers once feared NASA's James Webb Space Telescope would never launch
Why some astronomers once feared NASA's James Webb Space Telescope would never launch
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope is waiting at its launch site, after years of repeated delays and cost overruns. At one point, the giant new observatory was threatened with cancellation.
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NASA's James Webb Space Telescope is waiting at its launch site, after years of repeated delays and cost overruns. At one point, the giant new observatory was threatened with cancellation.
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NPR News: A brain circuit linking pain and breathing may offer a path to prevent opioid deaths
A brain circuit linking pain and breathing may offer a path to prevent opioid deaths
Opioids can kill because they reduce breathing along with pain. Now brain scientists have made a discovery that could lead to potent pain drugs that don't affect breathing.
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Opioids can kill because they reduce breathing along with pain. Now brain scientists have made a discovery that could lead to potent pain drugs that don't affect breathing.
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NPR News: A brain circuit linking pain and breathing may offer a path to prevent opioid deaths
A brain circuit linking pain and breathing may offer a path to prevent opioid deaths
Opioids can kill because they reduce breathing along with pain. Now brain scientists have made a discovery that could lead to potent pain drugs that don't affect breathing.
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Opioids can kill because they reduce breathing along with pain. Now brain scientists have made a discovery that could lead to potent pain drugs that don't affect breathing.
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NPR News: In 2021, climate ambitions soared and crashed in the U.S. and around the world
In 2021, climate ambitions soared and crashed in the U.S. and around the world
President Biden's lofty domestic goals were brought down to earth by congressional opposition, notably from one Democratic senator. International efforts to fight planetary warming also fell short.
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President Biden's lofty domestic goals were brought down to earth by congressional opposition, notably from one Democratic senator. International efforts to fight planetary warming also fell short.
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NPR News: In 2021, climate ambitions soared and crashed in the U.S. and around the world
In 2021, climate ambitions soared and crashed in the U.S. and around the world
President Biden's lofty domestic goals were brought down to earth by congressional opposition, notably from one Democratic senator. International efforts to fight planetary warming also fell short.
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President Biden's lofty domestic goals were brought down to earth by congressional opposition, notably from one Democratic senator. International efforts to fight planetary warming also fell short.
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Tuesday, December 21, 2021
NPR News: Why the most powerful space telescope ever needs to be kept really, really cold
Why the most powerful space telescope ever needs to be kept really, really cold
The James Webb Space Telescope will give a glimpse of the earliest galaxies formed after the Big Bang — but only if the telescope is kept frigid. That's why there's a tennis court-sized sunshield.
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The James Webb Space Telescope will give a glimpse of the earliest galaxies formed after the Big Bang — but only if the telescope is kept frigid. That's why there's a tennis court-sized sunshield.
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NPR News: A water diversion project that China is funding in Thailand is raising eyebrows
A water diversion project that China is funding in Thailand is raising eyebrows
Plans for a new water diversion project in Thailand are alarming environmentalists. And a Chinese state-owned firm offered to finance it, raising flags with those who fear China's growing influence.
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Plans for a new water diversion project in Thailand are alarming environmentalists. And a Chinese state-owned firm offered to finance it, raising flags with those who fear China's growing influence.
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NPR News: An water diversion project that China is funding in Thailand is raising eyebrows
An water diversion project that China is funding in Thailand is raising eyebrows
Plans for a new water diversion project in Thailand are alarming environmentalists. And a Chinese state-owned firm offered to finance it, raising flags with those who fear China's growing influence.
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Plans for a new water diversion project in Thailand are alarming environmentalists. And a Chinese state-owned firm offered to finance it, raising flags with those who fear China's growing influence.
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NASA’s 2021 Included Mars Landing, First Flight, Artemis, More
In 2021, NASA completed its busiest year of development yet in low-Earth orbit, made history on Mars, continued to make progress on its Artemis plans for the Moon, tested new technologies for a supersonic aircraft, finalized launch preparations for the next-generation space telescope, and much more – all while safely operating during a pandemic and
December 21, 2021
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NPR News: Biden's climate change plan stalls after Manchin opposes Build Back Better
Biden's climate change plan stalls after Manchin opposes Build Back Better
President Biden campaigned on the most ambitious climate agenda of any major party candidate. But the cornerstone of his plan appears doomed in Congress, rejected by a Democrat from a coal state.
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President Biden campaigned on the most ambitious climate agenda of any major party candidate. But the cornerstone of his plan appears doomed in Congress, rejected by a Democrat from a coal state.
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Detergent, Skin Bioprinter Launch on NASA’s SpaceX Resupply Mission
A SpaceX Dragon resupply spacecraft carrying more than 6,500 pounds of science experiments, crew supplies, and other cargo is on its way to the International Space Station after launching at 5:07 a.m. EST Tuesday from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
December 21, 2021
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NPR News: The Environmental Protection Agency announces new vehicle emission standards
The Environmental Protection Agency announces new vehicle emission standards
The Biden administration, reversing another Trump rollback, is tightening vehicle fuel mileage standards. It comes as much of Biden's other climate plans are at risk.
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The Biden administration, reversing another Trump rollback, is tightening vehicle fuel mileage standards. It comes as much of Biden's other climate plans are at risk.
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Monday, December 20, 2021
NPR News: Walmart sued for allegedly dumping hazardous waste in California
Walmart sued for allegedly dumping hazardous waste in California
Investigators said inspections of trash compactors from Walmart stores over the last six years found dozens of items classified as either hazardous waste or customer records with personal information.
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Investigators said inspections of trash compactors from Walmart stores over the last six years found dozens of items classified as either hazardous waste or customer records with personal information.
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NPR News: An extinct millipede the length of a car once roamed northern England
An extinct millipede the length of a car once roamed northern England
A group of geologists stumbled on the fossil of the giant creature, known as Arthropleura, during a "social trip" to England's Northumberland region in 2018. It's the largest such fossil ever found.
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A group of geologists stumbled on the fossil of the giant creature, known as Arthropleura, during a "social trip" to England's Northumberland region in 2018. It's the largest such fossil ever found.
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NPR News: Finally, scientists have found a true millipede
Finally, scientists have found a true millipede
Scientists have finally found a millipede that lives up to its name. Eumillipes persephone has 1,306 legs — that's more than any other animal — and is the only known millipede to exceed 1,000 legs.
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Scientists have finally found a millipede that lives up to its name. Eumillipes persephone has 1,306 legs — that's more than any other animal — and is the only known millipede to exceed 1,000 legs.
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NPR News: How your brain copes with grief, and why it takes time to heal
How your brain copes with grief, and why it takes time to heal
Grieving is a form of learning, says a scientist who studies the brain's response to loss. When someone you love dies, you have to learn new rules for navigating the world and your brain has to adapt.
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Grieving is a form of learning, says a scientist who studies the brain's response to loss. When someone you love dies, you have to learn new rules for navigating the world and your brain has to adapt.
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NPR News: How your brain copes with grief, and why it takes time to heal
How your brain copes with grief, and why it takes time to heal
Grieving is a form of learning, says a scientist who studies the brain's response to loss. When someone you love dies, you have to learn new rules for navigating the world and your brain has to adapt.
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Grieving is a form of learning, says a scientist who studies the brain's response to loss. When someone you love dies, you have to learn new rules for navigating the world and your brain has to adapt.
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NPR News: Moderna says its COVID booster increases protection against omicron
Moderna says its COVID booster increases protection against omicron
Moderna said its current FDA-approved 50-microgram booster shot increased antibody levels against omicron 37-fold compared to pre-booster levels.
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Moderna said its current FDA-approved 50-microgram booster shot increased antibody levels against omicron 37-fold compared to pre-booster levels.
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NPR News: What losing Build Back Better means for climate change
What losing Build Back Better means for climate change
Climate scientists warn that emissions need to fall quickly. Those cuts will be even tougher with the Build Back Better legislation shelved for the foreseeable future.
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Climate scientists warn that emissions need to fall quickly. Those cuts will be even tougher with the Build Back Better legislation shelved for the foreseeable future.
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Sunday, December 19, 2021
NPR News: Outgoing NIH director implores Fox News viewers to stay focused on the 'real enemy'
Outgoing NIH director implores Fox News viewers to stay focused on the 'real enemy'
The virus is the enemy, NIH Director Francis Collins said. "It's not the other people in the other political party." Omicron, which could soon become the dominant strain, is extremely infectious.
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The virus is the enemy, NIH Director Francis Collins said. "It's not the other people in the other political party." Omicron, which could soon become the dominant strain, is extremely infectious.
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NPR News: Non-pro athletes may also be at increased risk for CTE, neuroscientist says
Non-pro athletes may also be at increased risk for CTE, neuroscientist says
NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with a man who is concerned about CTE, and with neuroscientist Bob Stern, who explains why more cases of CTE may emerge decades after plastic helmets became commonplace.
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NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with a man who is concerned about CTE, and with neuroscientist Bob Stern, who explains why more cases of CTE may emerge decades after plastic helmets became commonplace.
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NPR News: Non-pro athletes may also be at increased risk for CTE, neuroscientist says
Non-pro athletes may also be at increased risk for CTE, neuroscientist says
NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with a man who is concerned about CTE, and with neuroscientist Bob Stern, who explains why more cases of CTE may emerge decades after plastic helmets became commonplace.
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NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with a man who is concerned about CTE, and with neuroscientist Bob Stern, who explains why more cases of CTE may emerge decades after plastic helmets became commonplace.
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NPR News: Manchin says Build Back Better's climate measures are risky. That's not true
Manchin says Build Back Better's climate measures are risky. That's not true
West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin had spent months watering down Biden's ambitious climate plans. His final objections to the bill's climate measures are misleading.
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West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin had spent months watering down Biden's ambitious climate plans. His final objections to the bill's climate measures are misleading.
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Saturday, December 18, 2021
NPR News: Alan Scott, the doctor credited with developing Botox for medicine, dies at 89
Alan Scott, the doctor credited with developing Botox for medicine, dies at 89
Scott, a California native, was looking to help his patients who had eye disorders and discovered a way for the dangerous chemical to be used in medicine.
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Scott, a California native, was looking to help his patients who had eye disorders and discovered a way for the dangerous chemical to be used in medicine.
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NPR News: Scientist explains how a crumbling glacier could shrink coastlines globally
Scientist explains how a crumbling glacier could shrink coastlines globally
NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with glaciologist Erin Pettit about her research on the Thwaites Glacier, a bellwether ice shelf that could fail in the next five years and accelerate global sea rise.
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NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with glaciologist Erin Pettit about her research on the Thwaites Glacier, a bellwether ice shelf that could fail in the next five years and accelerate global sea rise.
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NPR News: Scientist explains how a crumbling glacier could shrink coastlines globally
Scientist explains how a crumbling glacier could shrink coastlines globally
NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with glaciologist Erin Pettit about her research on the Thwaites Glacier, a bellwether ice shelf that could fail in the next five years and accelerate global sea rise.
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NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with glaciologist Erin Pettit about her research on the Thwaites Glacier, a bellwether ice shelf that could fail in the next five years and accelerate global sea rise.
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NPR News: Scientist explains how a crumbling glacier could shrink coastlines globally
Scientist explains how a crumbling glacier could shrink coastlines globally
NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with glaciologist Erin Pettit about her research on the Thwaites Glacier, a bellwether ice shelf that could fail in the next five years and accelerate global sea rise.
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NPR's Sacha Pfeiffer speaks with glaciologist Erin Pettit about her research on the Thwaites Glacier, a bellwether ice shelf that could fail in the next five years and accelerate global sea rise.
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NPR News: The EPA begins rolling out billions to clean up Superfund sites
The EPA begins rolling out billions to clean up Superfund sites
Starting with $1 billion, the EPA announced that 23 states and Puerto Rico would be getting money to clean up Superfund sites in a previously unfunded backlog.
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Starting with $1 billion, the EPA announced that 23 states and Puerto Rico would be getting money to clean up Superfund sites in a previously unfunded backlog.
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NPR News: Indonesia raises volcano warning to second-highest level
Indonesia raises volcano warning to second-highest level
Indonesia's geological agency said it sees increasing activity that could trigger an avalanche of lava and searing gas, similar to the Dec. 4 eruption,
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Indonesia's geological agency said it sees increasing activity that could trigger an avalanche of lava and searing gas, similar to the Dec. 4 eruption,
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NPR News: Indonesia raises volcano warning to second-highest level
Indonesia raises volcano warning to second-highest level
Indonesia's geological agency said it sees increasing activity that could trigger an avalanche of lava and searing gas, similar to the Dec. 4 eruption,
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Indonesia's geological agency said it sees increasing activity that could trigger an avalanche of lava and searing gas, similar to the Dec. 4 eruption,
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Friday, December 17, 2021
NPR News: Studies into how pain and breathing are connected could lead to safer pain drugs
Studies into how pain and breathing are connected could lead to safer pain drugs
Scientists may have learned why opioids depress breathing while relieving pain. The finding could lead to pain drugs that don't cause respiratory failure, the usual cause of death in opioid overdoses.
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Scientists may have learned why opioids depress breathing while relieving pain. The finding could lead to pain drugs that don't cause respiratory failure, the usual cause of death in opioid overdoses.
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NASA Awards Marshall Engineering Support Contract
NASA has awarded the Marshall Engineering Technicians and Trades Support (METTS) III contract to RSi-QuantiTech JV LLC of Huntsville, Alabama, to provide a wide range of engineering technicians and trade skills, as well as professional and management oversight of the technical staff at the agency’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabam
December 17, 2021
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NPR News: U.S. military moves to discharge service members who refuse to get vaccinated
U.S. military moves to discharge service members who refuse to get vaccinated
Military officials say that, after months of warnings, they have begun disciplinary actions. The Army has reprimanded 2,700 soldiers and said it will begin discharge proceedings in the new year.
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Military officials say that, after months of warnings, they have begun disciplinary actions. The Army has reprimanded 2,700 soldiers and said it will begin discharge proceedings in the new year.
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Thursday, December 16, 2021
NPR News: New legal battle over predator killing in Nevada wilderness
New legal battle over predator killing in Nevada wilderness
Conservationists are suing three federal agencies over an environmental review the government says satisfies requirements to resume killing wildlife in federally protected wilderness areas in Nevada.
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Conservationists are suing three federal agencies over an environmental review the government says satisfies requirements to resume killing wildlife in federally protected wilderness areas in Nevada.
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NPR News: New legal battle over predator killing in Nevada wilderness
New legal battle over predator killing in Nevada wilderness
Conservationists are suing three federal agencies over an environmental review the government says satisfies requirements to resume killing wildlife in federally protected wilderness areas in Nevada.
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Conservationists are suing three federal agencies over an environmental review the government says satisfies requirements to resume killing wildlife in federally protected wilderness areas in Nevada.
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NPR News: The scientist in Botswana who identified omicron was saddened by the world's reaction
The scientist in Botswana who identified omicron was saddened by the world's reaction
He and his team were stunned by the number of mutations. They felt they'd made a contribution by alerting the world to a dangerous variant. Then came the travel bans for residents of southern Africa.
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He and his team were stunned by the number of mutations. They felt they'd made a contribution by alerting the world to a dangerous variant. Then came the travel bans for residents of southern Africa.
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NPR News: After a year of deadly weather, cities look to private forecasters to save lives
After a year of deadly weather, cities look to private forecasters to save lives
New York City and Hoboken are the latest localities finalizing a deal with a private weather service, stepping away from something that has largely been the job of the federal government.
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New York City and Hoboken are the latest localities finalizing a deal with a private weather service, stepping away from something that has largely been the job of the federal government.
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Two Astronauts Receive Assignments for NASA’s SpaceX Crew-6 Mission
NASA has assigned two crew members to launch on the agency’s SpaceX Crew-6 mission – the sixth crew rotation flight aboard a Crew Dragon spacecraft to the International Space Station.
December 16, 2021
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NPR News: The U.S. set a new record for powerful wind gusts, with 55 in one day
The U.S. set a new record for powerful wind gusts, with 55 in one day
Winds peaked at 100 mph in Russell, Kansas, one of many places where existing wind records for December were obliterated, the National Weather Service said.
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Winds peaked at 100 mph in Russell, Kansas, one of many places where existing wind records for December were obliterated, the National Weather Service said.
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NPR News: Do you have to be really smart to be a scientist or a surgeon? Not necessarily
Do you have to be really smart to be a scientist or a surgeon? Not necessarily
In what may be a relief to some, a new study from the British Medical Journal showed that neurosurgeons and aerospace engineers have similar cognition levels as the rest of us.
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In what may be a relief to some, a new study from the British Medical Journal showed that neurosurgeons and aerospace engineers have similar cognition levels as the rest of us.
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NPR News: Vaccine skeptics in Eastern Europe are having a change of heart
Vaccine skeptics in Eastern Europe are having a change of heart
With surging coronavirus infections and countries making it more difficult for the unvacccinated to travel, some vaccine skeptics are now coming around.
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With surging coronavirus infections and countries making it more difficult for the unvacccinated to travel, some vaccine skeptics are now coming around.
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NPR News: Powerful typhoon hits Philippines, nearly 100,000 evacuated
Powerful typhoon hits Philippines, nearly 100,000 evacuated
A powerful typhoon slammed into the southeastern Philippines on Thursday, prompting the evacuation of nearly 100,000 people. Officials say 10,000 villages lie in the projected path of the typhoon.
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A powerful typhoon slammed into the southeastern Philippines on Thursday, prompting the evacuation of nearly 100,000 people. Officials say 10,000 villages lie in the projected path of the typhoon.
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Wednesday, December 15, 2021
NPR News: A tantalizing clue to why omicron is spreading so quickly
A tantalizing clue to why omicron is spreading so quickly
A new study from the University of Hong Kong offers preliminary information that could explain why this new coronavirus variant may be more transmissible.
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A new study from the University of Hong Kong offers preliminary information that could explain why this new coronavirus variant may be more transmissible.
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NPR News: California allows San Francisco to maintain existing COVID-19 masking rules
California allows San Francisco to maintain existing COVID-19 masking rules
Starting Wednesday, a statewide mask mandate was back in effect, but vaccinated San Francisco residents will be allowed to go without face coverings inside gyms and workplaces.
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Starting Wednesday, a statewide mask mandate was back in effect, but vaccinated San Francisco residents will be allowed to go without face coverings inside gyms and workplaces.
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NPR News: Could a salary cap help European soccer become less predictable?
Could a salary cap help European soccer become less predictable?
After analyzing 26 years worth of European soccer matches, scientists have determined that the games have become more predictable over time — and the home field advantage has vanished.
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After analyzing 26 years worth of European soccer matches, scientists have determined that the games have become more predictable over time — and the home field advantage has vanished.
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NPR News: Omicron evades Moderna vaccine too, study suggests, but boosters help
Omicron evades Moderna vaccine too, study suggests, but boosters help
The Moderna vaccine's ability to shield against infection drops sharply when tested on the omicron variant. But getting a booster pumps the protection back up again, new research suggests.
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The Moderna vaccine's ability to shield against infection drops sharply when tested on the omicron variant. But getting a booster pumps the protection back up again, new research suggests.
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NASA Sets Coverage, Invites Public to Virtually Join Next Cargo Launch
NASA commercial cargo launch provider SpaceX is targeting 5:06 a.m. EST Tuesday, Dec. 21, to launch its 24th commercial resupply services mission to the International Space Station.
December 15, 2021
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Tuesday, December 14, 2021
NPR News: Megadrought is renewing debates about how to manage water in the arid American West
Megadrought is renewing debates about how to manage water in the arid American West
The Western megadrought is revealing a famed desert landscape long drowned by a controversial dam. It's raising questions about the future of this oasis, and water in the American West.
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The Western megadrought is revealing a famed desert landscape long drowned by a controversial dam. It's raising questions about the future of this oasis, and water in the American West.
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NPR News: Most nations are promising to end deforestation, but skeptics want proof
Most nations are promising to end deforestation, but skeptics want proof
More than a hundred countries just promised to protect and restore forests. Similar pledges in the past have not succeeded, but forest advocates hope that this effort can learn from past mistakes.
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More than a hundred countries just promised to protect and restore forests. Similar pledges in the past have not succeeded, but forest advocates hope that this effort can learn from past mistakes.
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NASA Awards Contracts for Rotorcraft Vertical Lift Technology Services
NASA has awarded multiple contracts to provide rotorcraft vertical lift technology development research and development support at the agency’s Ames Research Center in California's Silicon Valley.
December 14, 2021
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NPR News: Most nations are promising to end deforestation, but skeptics want proof
Most nations are promising to end deforestation, but skeptics want proof
More than a hundred countries just promised to protect and restore forests. Similar pledges in the past have not succeeded, but forest advocates hope that this effort can learn from past mistakes.
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More than a hundred countries just promised to protect and restore forests. Similar pledges in the past have not succeeded, but forest advocates hope that this effort can learn from past mistakes.
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NPR News: Need to break up with someone? Baboons have found a good way to do it, study finds
Need to break up with someone? Baboons have found a good way to do it, study finds
Just like humans, groups of baboons sometimes break off relations. Scientists have studied the dynamics of such breakups and say baboons tend to split up in a cooperative, egalitarian way.
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Just like humans, groups of baboons sometimes break off relations. Scientists have studied the dynamics of such breakups and say baboons tend to split up in a cooperative, egalitarian way.
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NPR News: Need to break up with someone? Baboons have found a good way to do it, study finds
Need to break up with someone? Baboons have found a good way to do it, study finds
Just like humans, groups of baboons sometimes break off relations. Scientists have studied the dynamics of such breakups and say baboons tend to split up in a cooperative, egalitarian way.
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Just like humans, groups of baboons sometimes break off relations. Scientists have studied the dynamics of such breakups and say baboons tend to split up in a cooperative, egalitarian way.
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NPR News: Pfizer data shows that its COVID-19 pill is effective against severe disease
Pfizer data shows that its COVID-19 pill is effective against severe disease
The research finds that the medicine, called Paxlovid, was effective in preventing hospitalization and death when taken by people with mild to moderate illness within a few days of symptoms.
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The research finds that the medicine, called Paxlovid, was effective in preventing hospitalization and death when taken by people with mild to moderate illness within a few days of symptoms.
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Monday, December 13, 2021
NPR News: Civil engineer says buildings will need to prepare for stronger storms
Civil engineer says buildings will need to prepare for stronger storms
NPR's Audie Cornish chats with civil engineering expert David Prevatt about how to prepare buildings for tornadoes following a series of deadly storms.
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NPR's Audie Cornish chats with civil engineering expert David Prevatt about how to prepare buildings for tornadoes following a series of deadly storms.
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NPR News: Scientists are working to figure out how climate change influences tornadoes
Scientists are working to figure out how climate change influences tornadoes
Tornadoes remain among the most unpredictable weather events. Unlike hurricanes, there's little evidence so far that the planet's warming climate is producing more of them, or more severe ones.
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Tornadoes remain among the most unpredictable weather events. Unlike hurricanes, there's little evidence so far that the planet's warming climate is producing more of them, or more severe ones.
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NASA Selects Second Private Astronaut Mission to Space Station
NASA has selected Axiom Space for the second private astronaut mission to the International Space Station.
December 13, 2021
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NPR News: Arches is the latest U.S. national park to roll out timed reservations as visits surge
Arches is the latest U.S. national park to roll out timed reservations as visits surge
The Utah national park joins Glacier and Rocky Mountain in setting up a timed entry reservation system to deal with a gush of visitors that began during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The Utah national park joins Glacier and Rocky Mountain in setting up a timed entry reservation system to deal with a gush of visitors that began during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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NPR News: The exact link between tornadoes and climate change is hard to draw. Here's why
The exact link between tornadoes and climate change is hard to draw. Here's why
The link between tornadoes, like the ones that hit Kentucky over the weekend, and climate change isn't as clear as it is for other extreme weather events, though scientists say the clues are there.
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The link between tornadoes, like the ones that hit Kentucky over the weekend, and climate change isn't as clear as it is for other extreme weather events, though scientists say the clues are there.
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NPR News: You'll have the best view of the Geminid meteor shower overnight tonight
You'll have the best view of the Geminid meteor shower overnight tonight
Although the moon will brighten up the sky and make it harder to see the Geminids this year, astronomers say from about 2:00 a.m. to sunrise will be prime viewing time.
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Although the moon will brighten up the sky and make it harder to see the Geminids this year, astronomers say from about 2:00 a.m. to sunrise will be prime viewing time.
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Sunday, December 12, 2021
NPR News: Southeast Asians are underrepresented in STEM. The label 'Asian' boxes them out more
Southeast Asians are underrepresented in STEM. The label 'Asian' boxes them out more
The way data on racial groups is typically collected in the U.S. has sidelined smaller Asian populations like Hmong, Lao and Filipino Americans for decades. Now, there are growing calls for change.
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The way data on racial groups is typically collected in the U.S. has sidelined smaller Asian populations like Hmong, Lao and Filipino Americans for decades. Now, there are growing calls for change.
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Saturday, December 11, 2021
NPR News: At least 70 killed in tornadoes in central U.S.; Biden declares emergency in Kentucky
At least 70 killed in tornadoes in central U.S.; Biden declares emergency in Kentucky
A severe storm system caused scores of deaths and injuries and significant damage at a Kentucky candle factory, an Amazon facility in Illinois, a nursing home in Arkansas and many homes and buildings.
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A severe storm system caused scores of deaths and injuries and significant damage at a Kentucky candle factory, an Amazon facility in Illinois, a nursing home in Arkansas and many homes and buildings.
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NPR News: There are too many bison in Yellowstone. Some will be relocated to tribal nations
There are too many bison in Yellowstone. Some will be relocated to tribal nations
Yellowstone's bison population is booming and will be culled. Scott Simon talks to Troy Heinert, executive director of the InterTribal Buffalo Council, about how tribes are involved.
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Yellowstone's bison population is booming and will be culled. Scott Simon talks to Troy Heinert, executive director of the InterTribal Buffalo Council, about how tribes are involved.
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Friday, December 10, 2021
NPR News: Decades-long dispute between Mi'kmaq community and commercial lobstermen escalates
Decades-long dispute between Mi'kmaq community and commercial lobstermen escalates
The waters of Nova Scotia, Canada, hold one of the world's most lucrative lobster fisheries. A conflict over how to balance native treaty rights with commercial fishing rules is coming to a head.
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The waters of Nova Scotia, Canada, hold one of the world's most lucrative lobster fisheries. A conflict over how to balance native treaty rights with commercial fishing rules is coming to a head.
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Thursday, December 9, 2021
NASA Selects Education Projects to Help Broaden STEM Participation
NASA has selected a diverse group of projects from museums, science centers, library systems, and other informal education organizations across the country as NASA Informal Education Community Anchors.
December 09, 2021
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NPR News: New sounds show how life is back in recovered corals reefs
New sounds show how life is back in recovered corals reefs
A new study shows that restoring coral reefs can bring ecosystems back to life — and with them, their sounds.
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A new study shows that restoring coral reefs can bring ecosystems back to life — and with them, their sounds.
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NPR News: New sounds show how life is back in recovered corals reefs
New sounds show how life is back in recovered corals reefs
A new study shows that restoring coral reefs can bring ecosystems back to life — and with them, their sounds.
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A new study shows that restoring coral reefs can bring ecosystems back to life — and with them, their sounds.
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NPR News: Poop sleuths hunt for early signs of omicron in sewage
Poop sleuths hunt for early signs of omicron in sewage
Scientists have identified the new COVID variant in wastewater in a few U.S. cities. This type of surveillance can help communities stay a step ahead of omicron's spread.
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Scientists have identified the new COVID variant in wastewater in a few U.S. cities. This type of surveillance can help communities stay a step ahead of omicron's spread.
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NPR News: A father and son were arrested in connection with California's massive Caldor Fire
A father and son were arrested in connection with California's massive Caldor Fire
David Scott Smith, 66, and Travis Shane Smith, 32, are accused of "reckless arson" in connection with the Caldor Fire, which burned more than 220,000 acres across three California counties this fall.
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David Scott Smith, 66, and Travis Shane Smith, 32, are accused of "reckless arson" in connection with the Caldor Fire, which burned more than 220,000 acres across three California counties this fall.
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Wednesday, December 8, 2021
NPR News: Darwin in a lab: Coral evolution tweaked for global warming
Darwin in a lab: Coral evolution tweaked for global warming
Scientists are trying to speed up coral's evolutionary clock to breed "super corals" that can better withstand the impacts of global warming, even as some worry about meddling with Nature.
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Scientists are trying to speed up coral's evolutionary clock to breed "super corals" that can better withstand the impacts of global warming, even as some worry about meddling with Nature.
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NPR News: Darwin in a lab: Coral evolution tweaked for global warming
Darwin in a lab: Coral evolution tweaked for global warming
Scientists are trying to speed up coral's evolutionary clock to breed "super corals" that can better withstand the impacts of global warming, even as some worry about meddling with Nature.
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Scientists are trying to speed up coral's evolutionary clock to breed "super corals" that can better withstand the impacts of global warming, even as some worry about meddling with Nature.
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NPR News: New research says baboon breakups are mutual
New research says baboon breakups are mutual
Just like humans, baboons sometimes end relationships with each other. Scientists have studied the dynamics of such breakups and say both baboons generally seem to share the burden of severing ties.
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Just like humans, baboons sometimes end relationships with each other. Scientists have studied the dynamics of such breakups and say both baboons generally seem to share the burden of severing ties.
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NPR News: 50 earthquakes hit off the Oregon coast, but scientists say they're no great shakes
50 earthquakes hit off the Oregon coast, but scientists say they're no great shakes
A swarm of earthquakes led some people to worry that the seismic activity might portend The Big One. But seismologists say that given the location of the quakes, there was no cause for alarm.
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A swarm of earthquakes led some people to worry that the seismic activity might portend The Big One. But seismologists say that given the location of the quakes, there was no cause for alarm.
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NPR News: 50 earthquakes hit off the Oregon coast, but scientists say they're no great shakes
50 earthquakes hit off the Oregon coast, but scientists say they're no great shakes
A swarm of earthquakes led some people to worry that the seismic activity might portend The Big One. But seismologists say that given the location of the quakes, there was no cause for alarm.
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A swarm of earthquakes led some people to worry that the seismic activity might portend The Big One. But seismologists say that given the location of the quakes, there was no cause for alarm.
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NPR News: Studies suggest sharp drop in vaccine protection v. omicron — yet cause for optimism
Studies suggest sharp drop in vaccine protection v. omicron — yet cause for optimism
In small studies in South Africa and Germany, the results indicate a marked decrease in the ability of vaccines to neutralize this variant. But there are other findings that are encouraging.
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In small studies in South Africa and Germany, the results indicate a marked decrease in the ability of vaccines to neutralize this variant. But there are other findings that are encouraging.
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NASA Invites Media to Briefing on Research Launching to Space Station
NASA will host a media teleconference at 1 p.m. EST on Tuesday, Dec. 14, to discuss science investigations launching on the next SpaceX commercial resupply flight to the International Space Station.
December 09, 2021
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NASA’s Laser Communications Tech, Science Experiment Safely in Space
NASA's Laser Communications Relay Demonstration (LCRD) and a NASA-U.S. Naval Research Laboratory space weather payload to study the Sun’s radiation lifted off at 5:19 a.m. EST on Tuesday, Dec. 7.
December 07, 2021
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Tuesday, December 7, 2021
NASA Administrator Pays Tribute to Senior Advisor Mark Geyer
The following is a statement from NASA Administrator Bill Nelson on the passing of Mark Geyer, senior advisor to associate administrator Bob Cabana, and former center director at the agency’s Johnson Space Center in Houston:
December 07, 2021
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NASA’s Laser Communications Tech, Science Experiment Safely in Space
NASA's Laser Communications Relay Demonstration (LCRD) and a NASA-U.S. Naval Research Laboratory space weather payload to study the Sun’s radiation lifted off at 5:19 a.m. EST on Tuesday, Dec. 7.
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NPR News: Data analysts proved what Black Pittsburgh knew about COVID's racial disparities
Data analysts proved what Black Pittsburgh knew about COVID's racial disparities
Community leaders saw early in the pandemic that the city's residents of color were being hit hard by COVID-19. They worked with data analysts to show just how hard, where and why.
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Community leaders saw early in the pandemic that the city's residents of color were being hit hard by COVID-19. They worked with data analysts to show just how hard, where and why.
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NPR News: Data analysts proved what Black Pittsburgh knew about COVID's racial disparities
Data analysts proved what Black Pittsburgh knew about COVID's racial disparities
Community leaders saw early in the pandemic that the city's residents of color were being hit hard by COVID-19. They worked with data analysts to show just how hard, where and why.
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Community leaders saw early in the pandemic that the city's residents of color were being hit hard by COVID-19. They worked with data analysts to show just how hard, where and why.
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Monday, December 6, 2021
NPR News: More people died of malaria in 2020 than in 2019. Here's why
More people died of malaria in 2020 than in 2019. Here's why
A new report from the World Health Organization contains some encouraging numbers but also cause for concern, with both cases and deaths on the upswing last year. The pandemic is just one reason.
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A new report from the World Health Organization contains some encouraging numbers but also cause for concern, with both cases and deaths on the upswing last year. The pandemic is just one reason.
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La NASA selecciona nuevos candidatos a astronauta
La NASA ha elegido a diez nuevos candidatos a astronautas entre más de 12.000 solicitantes, para representar a los Estados Unidos y trabajar en el espacio para el beneficio de la humanidad.
December 06, 2021
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NASA Selects New Astronaut Recruits to Train for Future Missions
NASA has chosen 10 new astronaut candidates from a field of more than 12,000 applicants to represent the United States and work for humanity’s benefit in space.
December 06, 2021
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NPR News: New York City orders a 'first-in-the-nation' vaccine mandate for private companies
New York City orders a 'first-in-the-nation' vaccine mandate for private companies
Mayor Bill de Blasio made the announcement on Monday, saying the decision was designed to help head off the worsening coronavirus surge.
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Mayor Bill de Blasio made the announcement on Monday, saying the decision was designed to help head off the worsening coronavirus surge.
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NASA to Highlight New Science Findings, Missions During AGU Meeting
NASA researchers and colleagues from around the world will present the latest findings on a range of Earth and space science topics at the annual American Geophysical Union (AGU) meeting, being held virtually and in New Orleans from Monday, Dec.13, through Friday, Dec. 17.
December 06, 2021
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NPR News: A scientist behind the AstraZeneca vaccine is warning the next pandemic may be worse
A scientist behind the AstraZeneca vaccine is warning the next pandemic may be worse
Sarah Gilbert helped develop the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine. She says without more spending to fight emerging viral threats, the next pandemic could be more contagious and more lethal.
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Sarah Gilbert helped develop the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine. She says without more spending to fight emerging viral threats, the next pandemic could be more contagious and more lethal.
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NPR News: Calif. rules to protect outdoor workers from smoke are rarely enforced, probe finds
Calif. rules to protect outdoor workers from smoke are rarely enforced, probe finds
California has strict protections for farm workers who labor outside when air quality is poor. But the state's worker safety agency rarely cites employers not in compliance with those regulations.
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California has strict protections for farm workers who labor outside when air quality is poor. But the state's worker safety agency rarely cites employers not in compliance with those regulations.
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NPR News: Scientists have discovered the first self-replicating living robots
Scientists have discovered the first self-replicating living robots
A team of scientists from the University of Vermont, Tufts and Harvard took stem cells from a frog and turned them into robots. The tiny robots made copies of themselves.
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A team of scientists from the University of Vermont, Tufts and Harvard took stem cells from a frog and turned them into robots. The tiny robots made copies of themselves.
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NPR News: Carbon trading gets a green light from the U.N., and Brazil hopes to earn billions
Carbon trading gets a green light from the U.N., and Brazil hopes to earn billions
Carbon offsets got a big boost from November's U.N. climate summit. New rules could make it easier for companies to pay for carbon-cutting projects in other countries, rather than doing it themselves.
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Carbon offsets got a big boost from November's U.N. climate summit. New rules could make it easier for companies to pay for carbon-cutting projects in other countries, rather than doing it themselves.
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NPR News: Inside the growing alliance between anti-vaccine activists and pro-Trump Republicans
Inside the growing alliance between anti-vaccine activists and pro-Trump Republicans
As the U.S. heads into midterm elections next year, the political right and the anti-vaccine movement are drawing ever-closer together — potentially at the cost of thousands of American lives.
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As the U.S. heads into midterm elections next year, the political right and the anti-vaccine movement are drawing ever-closer together — potentially at the cost of thousands of American lives.
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Sunday, December 5, 2021
NPR News: Communities of color face disproportionate exposure to pollution
Communities of color face disproportionate exposure to pollution
Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Michael S. Regan, the Environmental Protection Agency Administrator, about the Biden administration's approach to environmental justice.
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Ayesha Rascoe speaks with Michael S. Regan, the Environmental Protection Agency Administrator, about the Biden administration's approach to environmental justice.
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NPR News: Des Moines, Iowa, is in a stinky situation
Des Moines, Iowa, is in a stinky situation
Ayesha Rascoe asks Des Moines city official SuAnn Donovan about an ongoing battle against bad odors in the city's downtown.
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Ayesha Rascoe asks Des Moines city official SuAnn Donovan about an ongoing battle against bad odors in the city's downtown.
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NPR News: There is an environmental impact each time you hit 'buy now'. Here's an alternative
There is an environmental impact each time you hit 'buy now'. Here's an alternative
Overconsumption from the holiday shopping season can have negative an environmental impact. But there are ways to make gift giving more sustainable.
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Overconsumption from the holiday shopping season can have negative an environmental impact. But there are ways to make gift giving more sustainable.
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Saturday, December 4, 2021
NPR News: How nuclear power figures into a green energy future
How nuclear power figures into a green energy future
NPR's David Folkenflik speaks with former Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz about the role of nuclear power in a green energy future.
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NPR's David Folkenflik speaks with former Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz about the role of nuclear power in a green energy future.
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NPR News: A blizzard warning in Hawaii but no snow yet in Denver, in unusual December weather
A blizzard warning in Hawaii but no snow yet in Denver, in unusual December weather
In Denver, no snow has yet fallen this season — smashing the city's previous record of Nov. 21 for the latest ever recorded first snowfall.
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In Denver, no snow has yet fallen this season — smashing the city's previous record of Nov. 21 for the latest ever recorded first snowfall.
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NPR News: Reduce, reuse, recycle is getting a fourth R: Recirculation
Reduce, reuse, recycle is getting a fourth R: Recirculation
A fourth "R" is being added to "reduce, reuse and recycle": Recirculation. Instead of recycling old products, a non-profit in North Carolina is recirculating used to-go food containers and bottles.
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A fourth "R" is being added to "reduce, reuse and recycle": Recirculation. Instead of recycling old products, a non-profit in North Carolina is recirculating used to-go food containers and bottles.
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Friday, December 3, 2021
NPR News: Grab your camera and help science! King tides are crashing onto California beaches
Grab your camera and help science! King tides are crashing onto California beaches
The unusually high and low tides will be affecting coastal communities over the weekend. Scientists are calling on residents and visitors to help document the phenomenon.
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The unusually high and low tides will be affecting coastal communities over the weekend. Scientists are calling on residents and visitors to help document the phenomenon.
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NPR News: Grab your camera and help science! King tides are crashing onto California beaches
Grab your camera and help science! King tides are crashing onto California beaches
The unusually high and low tides will be affecting coastal communities over the weekend. Scientists are calling on residents and visitors to help document the phenomenon.
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The unusually high and low tides will be affecting coastal communities over the weekend. Scientists are calling on residents and visitors to help document the phenomenon.
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NPR News: Why Orcas have been lingering longer in the Arctic
Why Orcas have been lingering longer in the Arctic
Orcas are lingering longer in the Arctic Ocean, as sea ice there shrinks. The whales often travel to access varieties of prey, but it's likely there are now more hunting opportunities in the Arctic.
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Orcas are lingering longer in the Arctic Ocean, as sea ice there shrinks. The whales often travel to access varieties of prey, but it's likely there are now more hunting opportunities in the Arctic.
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NPR News: New technique uncovers the history of a painting through the paint used
New technique uncovers the history of a painting through the paint used
By analyzing white lead paint in Dutch paintings from the 1600s, including works by Rembrandt and Rubens, scientists were able to devise a new line of evidence for dating and authenticating paintings.
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By analyzing white lead paint in Dutch paintings from the 1600s, including works by Rembrandt and Rubens, scientists were able to devise a new line of evidence for dating and authenticating paintings.
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NPR News: Cities are buying people's flood-prone homes, altering neighborhoods in the process
Cities are buying people's flood-prone homes, altering neighborhoods in the process
Across the country, cities are paying people to leave flood-prone homes, then tearing down the houses to keep the space open. But fixing one problem can create another for the people left behind.
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Across the country, cities are paying people to leave flood-prone homes, then tearing down the houses to keep the space open. But fixing one problem can create another for the people left behind.
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NASA TV Coverage Set for Crewed Soyuz Mission to Space Station
NASA will provide live coverage of key events in the mission of a veteran Russian cosmonaut and two Japanese private citizens set to launch to the International Space Station on Wednesday, Dec. 8, and return to Earth on Sunday, Dec. 19.
December 03, 2021
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NPR News: Coronavirus FAQ: Help me with omicron vocab. What's immune evasion? Epistasis?
Coronavirus FAQ: Help me with omicron vocab. What's immune evasion? Epistasis?
The emergence of this new variant of concern has brought a new vocabulary into daily news reports. We asked experts to help define the terms you're being bombarded with.
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The emergence of this new variant of concern has brought a new vocabulary into daily news reports. We asked experts to help define the terms you're being bombarded with.
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NPR News: Bob Inglis: How I changed my mind about climate change
Bob Inglis: How I changed my mind about climate change
Former GOP congressman Bob Inglis used to believe climate change wasn't real. But after a candid conversation with his children and a hard look at the evidence, he began to change his mind.
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Former GOP congressman Bob Inglis used to believe climate change wasn't real. But after a candid conversation with his children and a hard look at the evidence, he began to change his mind.
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La NASA busca directores de vuelo para misiones espaciales con humanos
La NASA está buscando lÃderes para uno de los mejores trabajos existentes en la Tierra relacionados con vuelos espaciales tripulados (incluyendo misiones a la Luna): el puesto de director de vuelo en Control de Misión en el Centro Espacial Johnson de la agencia en Houston.
December 03, 2021
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NASA Seeks Next Flight Directors for Human Spaceflight Missions
NASA is looking for leaders for one of the best jobs on Earth for human spaceflight – including missions to the Moon – the position of flight director in mission control at the agency’s Johnson Space Center in Houston.
December 03, 2021
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NPR News: Pearl Harbor families are alarmed about petroleum found in their tap water
Pearl Harbor families are alarmed about petroleum found in their tap water
The Navy's water system somehow became contaminated by petroleum, and the problems have afflicted one of the most important Navy bases in the world.
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The Navy's water system somehow became contaminated by petroleum, and the problems have afflicted one of the most important Navy bases in the world.
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NPR News: Colleges with high vaccination rates must now decide if they'll require boosters
Colleges with high vaccination rates must now decide if they'll require boosters
Wesleyan University is among a small group of colleges requiring COVID-19 boosters for spring semester. Will other institutions follow?
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Wesleyan University is among a small group of colleges requiring COVID-19 boosters for spring semester. Will other institutions follow?
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NPR News: Leonard is the brightest comet all year. Here's how to see it
Leonard is the brightest comet all year. Here's how to see it
The comet was discovered less than a year ago near the orbit of Jupiter. Now, observers in North America can see it in the northeastern sky around sunrise.
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The comet was discovered less than a year ago near the orbit of Jupiter. Now, observers in North America can see it in the northeastern sky around sunrise.
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Thursday, December 2, 2021
NASA Awards Artemis Contract for Future Mega Moon Rocket Boosters
NASA has awarded the Booster Production and Operations Contract (BPOC) to Northrop Grumman of Brigham City, Utah, to build boosters for the agency’s Space Launch System (SLS) rocket to support nine SLS flights.
December 02, 2021
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NPR News: Scientists race to answer the question: Will vaccines protect us against omicron?
Scientists race to answer the question: Will vaccines protect us against omicron?
There's serious concern about the effectiveness of vaccines against the omicron strain. But there's also reason to be hopeful — especially for those who've had a booster.
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There's serious concern about the effectiveness of vaccines against the omicron strain. But there's also reason to be hopeful — especially for those who've had a booster.
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NPR News: We may be one step closer to storing data in DNA
We may be one step closer to storing data in DNA
Researchers at Microsoft have developed a faster way to write data into DNA — a biological alternative to the bits on a hard drive.
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Researchers at Microsoft have developed a faster way to write data into DNA — a biological alternative to the bits on a hard drive.
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NPR News: Scientists are combing through coronavirus samples to see how widespread omicron is
Scientists are combing through coronavirus samples to see how widespread omicron is
Scientists are scouring coronavirus samples for clues of the omicron variant. The U.S. is in a better position now than it was earlier to find the variant, but some part of the country may struggle.
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Scientists are scouring coronavirus samples for clues of the omicron variant. The U.S. is in a better position now than it was earlier to find the variant, but some part of the country may struggle.
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NASA Selects Companies to Develop Commercial Destinations in Space
NASA has signed agreements with three U.S. companies to develop designs of space stations and other commercial destinations in space.
December 02, 2021
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NPR News: Astronomers find a new planet that's mostly made of iron
Astronomers find a new planet that's mostly made of iron
NASA's TESS telescope finds a small, iron-rich planet which could help explain the origins of Mercury, the innermost planet in our solar system
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NASA's TESS telescope finds a small, iron-rich planet which could help explain the origins of Mercury, the innermost planet in our solar system
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NPR News: Astronomers find a new planet that's mostly made of iron
Astronomers find a new planet that's mostly made of iron
NASA's TESS telescope finds a small, iron-rich planet which could help explain the origins of Mercury, the innermost planet in our solar system
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NASA's TESS telescope finds a small, iron-rich planet which could help explain the origins of Mercury, the innermost planet in our solar system
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NPR News: These Portuguese kids are suing 33 European countries to force them to cut emissions
These Portuguese kids are suing 33 European countries to force them to cut emissions
Adults "can see us as serious or they can see us as a joke," one of the kids says. "A lawsuit is not a joke," her brother adds. The European Court of Human Rights has fast-tracked their 2020 lawsuit.
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Adults "can see us as serious or they can see us as a joke," one of the kids says. "A lawsuit is not a joke," her brother adds. The European Court of Human Rights has fast-tracked their 2020 lawsuit.
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Public Provides NASA Ideas for Engaging Untapped Communities
NASA is currently reviewing 195 comments it received from the public aimed at addressing the barriers that potentially
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NASA to Announce America’s Next Class of Astronaut Candidates
After evaluating more than 12,000 applications, NASA will introduce its 2021 astronaut candidates at 12:30 p.m. EST Monday, Dec. 6, from Ellington Field near NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston.
December 02, 2021
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NPR News: Report says fixing plastics' pollution in the oceans requires a new approach
Report says fixing plastics' pollution in the oceans requires a new approach
Millions of tons of plastic waste end up in the ocean every year. Scientists are calling on the federal government to come up with a comprehensive policy to stop it.
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Millions of tons of plastic waste end up in the ocean every year. Scientists are calling on the federal government to come up with a comprehensive policy to stop it.
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NPR News: Sending the right message about the omicron variant is tricky
Sending the right message about the omicron variant is tricky
Scientists may not know for a couple weeks yet how risky the new coronavirus variant will be to public health. But getting out front now about what is known helps dispel misinformation, they say.
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Scientists may not know for a couple weeks yet how risky the new coronavirus variant will be to public health. But getting out front now about what is known helps dispel misinformation, they say.
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Wednesday, December 1, 2021
Vice President Highlights STEM in First National Space Council Meeting
Vice President Kamala Harris chaired the first National Space Council meeting of the Biden-Harris Administration Wednesday, Dec. 1 at the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington.
December 01, 2021
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NPR News: The mystery of where omicron came from — and why it matters
The mystery of where omicron came from — and why it matters
How did this new strain of the novel coronavirus evolve? Researchers are investigating various possibilities. One leading theory involves ... just one person.
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How did this new strain of the novel coronavirus evolve? Researchers are investigating various possibilities. One leading theory involves ... just one person.
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NPR News: A different kind of COVID vaccine is about ready to roll
A different kind of COVID vaccine is about ready to roll
Protein subunit vaccines work by injecting people with a tiny portion of a virus. In the case of the COVID-19 vaccine, that tiny portion is the spike protein that the coronavirus uses to enter cells.
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Protein subunit vaccines work by injecting people with a tiny portion of a virus. In the case of the COVID-19 vaccine, that tiny portion is the spike protein that the coronavirus uses to enter cells.
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NPR News: Living robots made in a lab have found a new way to self-replicate, researchers say
Living robots made in a lab have found a new way to self-replicate, researchers say
Xenobots, a type of programmable organism made from frog cells, can replicate by spontaneously sweeping up loose stem cells, researchers say. This could have implications for regenerative medicine.
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Xenobots, a type of programmable organism made from frog cells, can replicate by spontaneously sweeping up loose stem cells, researchers say. This could have implications for regenerative medicine.
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NPR News: Ancient footprints mistakenly attributed to bears were made by early humans
Ancient footprints mistakenly attributed to bears were made by early humans
A new look at nearly 3.7-million-year-old fossil footprints uncovered in Tanzania shows that multiple species of early humans lived together at the same time.
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A new look at nearly 3.7-million-year-old fossil footprints uncovered in Tanzania shows that multiple species of early humans lived together at the same time.
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NPR News: Ancient footprints mistakenly attributed to bears were made by early humans
Ancient footprints mistakenly attributed to bears were made by early humans
A new look at nearly 3.7-million-year-old fossil footprints uncovered in Tanzania shows that multiple species of early humans lived together at the same time.
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A new look at nearly 3.7-million-year-old fossil footprints uncovered in Tanzania shows that multiple species of early humans lived together at the same time.
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NASA to Air VP Harris’ First National Space Council Meeting
NASA will air live coverage of the first National Space Council Meeting held under the Biden-Harris Administration at 1:30 p.m. EST today, Wednesday, Dec. 1, from the U.S. Institute of Peace in Washington.
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NPR News: Shipping industry is pressured to cut pollution caused by merchant fleet
Shipping industry is pressured to cut pollution caused by merchant fleet
The global shipping industry is coming under increasing pressure to cut the pollution created by the world's merchant fleet. The effort to reduce ship emissions isn't going well.
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The global shipping industry is coming under increasing pressure to cut the pollution created by the world's merchant fleet. The effort to reduce ship emissions isn't going well.
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