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Ousted F.D.A. Vaccine Chief Returns to Agency
Dr. Vinay Prasad’s rehiring was an unusual instance of a federal official targeted by the right-wing activist Laura Loomer being brought back into the Trump administration.
How Older People Are Reaping Brain Benefits From New Tech
Overuse of digital gadgets harms teenagers, research suggests. But ubiquitous technology may be helping older Americans stay sharp.
How to Watch the Perseids, the Strongest Meteor Shower of the Summer
The summer’s most active shower, the Perseids, is reaching its peak Tuesday night into Wednesday morning
Trump Cracks Down on Bird Deaths, but Only From Wind Turbines
Critics accused the administration of a double standard, trying to stop wind projects because of potential bald eagle deaths while easing rules for oil and gas companies.
Why Young Americans Dread Turning 26: Health Insurance Chaos
Young adults without jobs that provide insurance find that their options are limited and expensive. The problem is about to get worse.
How the U.S. and Mexico Are Fighting Deadly Flesh-Eating Screwworms
The American and Mexican governments are exploring “all options” to battle a deadly parasite threatening cattle and wildlife.
A Guide to Finding Insurance at 26
It’s a difficult rite of passage for young adults without job-based insurance. Here are some tips for getting started.
Astronaut James Lovell, Commander of Apollo 13, Dies at 97
He led the three-man crew that survived a near catastrophic explosion in space in 1970, and was later immortalized by Tom Hanks in the movie “Apollo 13.”
Trump Just Shrugs as Kennedy Undermines His Vaccine Legacy
President Trump’s laissez-faire approach is notable, given that the development of the Covid vaccine was seen as one of his first term’s most notable achievements.
Possible Planet Spotted Around Alpha Centauri A by NASA’s James Webb Telescope
Astronomers found strong evidence that a gassy Jupiter-size world is orbiting one of three stars in the stellar system closest to our own.
Ticks From Other Continents Are Turning Up in the Northeast
Seven nonnative species reached the United States by latching on to travelers, a study by researchers in Connecticut shows, offering clues about how ticks spread in a warming world.
‘Alligator Alcatraz’ in the Florida Everglades Is Testing Environmental Law
Officials building a Florida detention center appear to be skipping environmental reviews made mandatory decades ago after a fight over an airport at the very same spot.
Enmeshment: When a Relationship Is Too Close
If you’ve lost yourself in a relationship, it may be time to untangle your identities and establish clearer boundaries.
‘Alligator Alcatraz’ in the Florida Everglades Is Testing Environmental Law
Officials building a Florida detention center appear to be skipping environmental reviews made mandatory decades ago after a fight over an airport at the very same spot.
The Fight to Save Hawaii’s Coconut Palms
An invasive beetle is killing coconut trees across the archipelago, and spreading fast. Researchers are racing to contain it.
E.P.A. to Stop Updating Popular Database After Lead Scientist Criticized Trump
The database, which helps companies calculate their greenhouse gas emissions, will continue under a consortium that includes Stanford University.
Trump’s E.P.A. Filing Fewer Lawsuits Against Polluters
In its first six months, the Trump administration has filed 11 civil cases against polluters compared with the Biden administration’s 30.
Remains of 3 Victims of 9/11 Are Identified From Minuscule Evidence
New York’s medical examiner is working methodically through a backlog of bones. “We’re talking about people putting in overtime 24 years later, for us,” said the son of one victim.
Nicholas Clapp, 89, Dies; ‘Real-Life Indiana Jones’ Pursued a Lost City
A documentary filmmaker and amateur archaeologist, he was consumed by the desire to find an ancient city in the Arabian desert known as Atlantis of the Sands.
How a Carbon Tax Plan in Europe Survived (Mostly)
Austria tried a combination of taxes and rebates to reduce emissions.