News

  1. Animals

    Around the world, birds sing longer in light-polluted areas

    In light-polluted landscapes, birds' singing time is an average of 50 minutes longer per day. It's still unclear if this hurts bird health or helps.

    By Jake Buehler
  2. Animals

    Frilly bug feet inspire a water-striding robot

    Ripple bugs’ nimble movements on the surface of water inspired a robot with automatically unfurling fans on its feet.

    By Emily Conover
  3. Health & Medicine

    mRNA vaccines hold promise for many diseases. Now the tech is under fire 

    Researchers warn that halting federal contracts for mRNA vaccine research could weaken pandemic preparedness and slow medical advances.

    By Meghan Rosen
  4. Animals

    These giant carnivorous bats hug, cuddle — and even share dinner

    Infrared cameras in Costa Rica revealed that the world’s largest carnivorous bat maintains close social bonds through wing wraps and prey sharing.