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This Cloud Forest Should Not Exist

The story of an Ecuadorean forest that fought annihilation and won

July 22, 2025

Our Windy Planet

Watch this mesmerizing animation of winds blowing across the globe

Viruses That Roam the Fungal Kingdom

Mushrooms and other fungi can harbor hidden companions—and some of these may fight pesky or dangerous molds

July 22, 2025

Anteaters Have Evolved More Than a Dozen Times

Unlike people, these mammals found a diet they can actually stick to

July 21, 2025

The “We Evolved to Eat Meat” Argument Doesn’t Hold Up

The evolutionary story behind meat consumption is less convincing than it sounds

July 21, 2025

The Inner Lives of Cells

New microscopes are giving scientists a better understanding of human biology and disease

July 18, 2025

New Sea Slug Species or Gummy Candy?

These additions to the tree of life look positively scrumptious

July 18, 2025

Neanderthals Might Have Shared Family Recipes

Cave remains found in Israel point to unique, locally specific culinary practices among our ancient ancestors

July 17, 2025

The Heaven and Earth Bird

These flying jewels have fascinated scientists and inspired devotion across the ages

July 17, 2025

Nice Microbes Finish First

Aggression doesn't always pay in dynamic microcosms

July 16, 2025

How Heat Hurts Teamwork

Even small increases in heat can make teamwork harder—especially when groups are mixed.

July 16, 2025

The Stories Rocks Tell Us

Lessons for our current Earth from the geologic past

July 15, 2025