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Diphtheria, a Once Vanquished Killer of Children, Is Resurgent
A Somali hospital ward packed with gasping children shows how war, climate and mistrust of vaccines is fueling the disease’s return.
Exxon Sues California Over New Climate Disclosure Laws
The oil giant said requirements that companies calculate new details about greenhouse gas emissions and climate risks violate Exxon’s free speech rights.
An E.P.A. Plan to Kill a Major Climate Rule Is Worrying Business Leaders
Some carmakers and energy executives say the plan would trigger costly litigation and spur individual states to create a patchwork of tighter rules.
Take a Look at Rare Photos of Red Lightning in New Zealand
Three photographers were able to capture the red sprite phenomenon, when lightning flashes above thunderstorms, in high definition against the Milky Way.
In Fight Against Malaria, an Unexpected — and Snuggly — Shield
Treating baby wraps with a mosquito repellent shows promising protection against a top killer of children.
Musk Attacks NASA Leader Over Threat to Reconsider Lunar Contract
The billionaire’s swipes at Sean Duffy are the latest example of his tangling with members of the Trump administration.
Trump Opens ANWR to Oil Drilling
The Interior Department also said it would allow a contentious road to be built through the Izembek National Wildlife Refuge in southwestern Alaska.
Two New Dinosaur Fossils Emerge From the ‘Mummy Zone’
A pair of Edmontosaurus specimens found in a Wyoming dig help researchers to understand the process that led them to be mummified.
Staghorn and Elkhorn Coral Are Functionally Extinct Off Florida, Researchers Say
Elkhorn and staghorn coral are now functionally extinct around the state, researchers say, meaning they no longer play any significant role in their ecosystem.
Fossils of Some of America’s Last Dinosaurs Have a Story to Tell
A trove of specimens from New Mexico may help settle a long-running argument about the diversity of dinosaurs before their extinction.
U.S. Health Workers Recalled From Shutdown Furlough for Medicare, A.C.A. Enrollments
An estimated 3,000 employees seem to be affected. The federal agency said the return to work would occur Monday, with the costs paid by user fees collected from researchers.
She Worked on Tsunami Alerts. Then She Was Fired.
“I always wanted to be a public servant and do science for the good of the people,” said Corina Allen, who lost her job at NOAA.
Videos of What Happens When a Venomous Snake Strikes
High-speed video helped researchers to get close-ups of the attack strategies of three snake families.
Drug With a 30-Year Monopoly Is Target of State-Level Push to Curb Prices
In a first, Colorado will cap the price of Enbrel, an arthritis drug. Using patent tactics, the drugmaker Amgen has aggressively blocked competition for it.
Iceland Says It Is No Longer Mosquito-Free
Iceland was one of the only mosquito-free places in the world, at least according to its records. Not anymore.
Congress Members Question Defense Department’s Delay in PFAS Cleanup
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has asked the military to explain why cleanup of PFAS chemicals at bases nationwide has been pushed back.
How Testosterone Is Giving Middle-Aged Women the Best Sex of Their Lives
There is no F.D.A.-approved testosterone product for women. Insurance won’t cover it. Many doctors won’t prescribe it. It’s become a cultural phenomenon.
On the Menu in New York: One Repair, Coming Right Up
The state leads the country in “repair cafes,” which bring neighbors together while keeping all manner of items out of the trash.
World Falling Short on Methane Pledge, U.N. Report Finds
Several agency programs are trying to track and reduce methane emissions around the world. To meet global targets, use of them needs to speed up.
Workers and Employers Face Higher Health Insurance Costs
A new employer survey shows premiums for a family climbed in 2025 as companies and their workers pay more for coverage.