Today: November 21, 2024
Today: November 21, 2024

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New eagle camera is going live in Minnesota to the delight of global viewers

Eagle lovers around the world who were crushed when the nest of a Minnesota pair and their chick collapsed on live video last year will get a when a new eagle camera goes live this week

New eagle camera is going live in Minnesota to the delight of global viewers
Health|Science

Bacteria and mold found during inspection of Tom’s of Maine facility, FDA says

Bacteria and mold found during inspection of Tom’s of Maine facility, FDA says

Bacteria and mold found during inspection of Tom’s of Maine facility, FDA says
Environment|Science|US|World

Carcass of endangered fin whale washes up near Alaska's largest city

An endangered fin whale that washed up near a coastal trail in Alaska’s largest city has attracted curious onlookers while biologists seek answers as to what caused the animal’s death

Carcass of endangered fin whale washes up near Alaska's largest city
Americas|Asia|Business|Economy|Science|Technology|World

Brazilian, Indian leaders discuss expanding energy, pharmaceutical trade

Brazil President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Tuesday he spoke with India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi about expanding scientific and business trade between both countries

Brazilian, Indian leaders discuss expanding energy, pharmaceutical trade
Health|Science|US

California health department reports possible bird flu case in child

California's public health department reported a possible case of bird flu in a child with mild respiratory symptoms on Tuesday, but said there was no

California health department reports possible bird flu case in child
Science|Technology

Trump, Musk watch SpaceX launch Starship, booster misses landing

Elon Musk's SpaceX launched its giant Starship rocket to space from Texas on Tuesday, advancing the ship's spaceflight abilities but botching an attempt to bring its

Trump, Musk watch SpaceX launch Starship, booster misses landing
Business|Science|Technology|US

US government commission pushes Manhattan Project-style AI initiative

A U.S. congressional commission on Tuesday proposed a Manhattan Project-style initiative to fund the development of AI systems that will be as smart or

US government commission pushes Manhattan Project-style AI initiative
Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Rethinking screen time: A better understanding of what people do on their devices is key to digital well-being

Screen time is more than just hours spent on devices. By studying diverse digital habits, researchers can help people adopt a balanced approach to technology.

Rethinking screen time: A better understanding of what people do on their devices is key to digital well-being
Science|Technology

SpaceX calls off nail-biting catch attempt as booster splashes down to Earth

SpaceX calls off nail-biting catch attempt as booster splashes down to Earth

SpaceX calls off nail-biting catch attempt as booster splashes down to Earth
Science|Technology|US

See SpaceX launch Starship on its sixth test flight

SpaceX launched Starship, the most powerful rocket ever built, on its sixth test flight from South Texas. President-elect Donald Trump joined Elon Musk for the launch.

See SpaceX launch Starship on its sixth test flight
Environment|Health|Science|US

4 monkeys remain free nearly 2 weeks after dozens escaped a South Carolina compound

Authorities say four monkeys remain free nearly two weeks after a group of 43 escaped from a South Carolina compound that breeds them for medical research

4 monkeys remain free nearly 2 weeks after dozens escaped a South Carolina compound
Environment|Science|World

It’s not just you. Fall hasn’t really felt like fall this year and it’s a sign of things to come

It’s not just you. Fall hasn’t really felt like fall this year and it’s a sign of things to come

It’s not just you. Fall hasn’t really felt like fall this year and it’s a sign of things to come
Health|Science

Survivor of suicide attempt receives innovative face transplant: ‘It was just a miracle’

Survivor of suicide attempt receives innovative face transplant: ‘It was just a miracle’

Survivor of suicide attempt receives innovative face transplant: ‘It was just a miracle’
Health|Science|US|Videos

'I look like a person again': Michigan man shares story after face transplant

Derek Pfaff, who received a face transplant after a failed suicide attempt, is one of only 50 people in the world to undergo the rare procedure. CNN's Jacqueline Howard reports.

'I look like a person again': Michigan man shares story after face transplant
Business|Finance|Health|Science|US

Bayer acquires rights to Cytokinetics' heart drug in Japan

Bayer on Tuesday struck a collaboration deal with U.S. biotech firm Cytokinetics to acquire certain rights in Japan to an experimental heart drug, as the German group strengthens

Bayer acquires rights to Cytokinetics' heart drug in Japan
Science|Technology|World

Russia starts making nuclear-resistant mobile bomb shelters

Russia has begun serial production of mobile bomb shelters that can protect against a variety of threats including shockwaves and radiation from a nuclear blast.

Russia starts making nuclear-resistant mobile bomb shelters
Environment|Science|World

At UN climate talks, farmers argue for a share of money dedicated to fighting climate change

Developing nations have a long list of changes their farmers need to make to adapt to a warming climate

At UN climate talks, farmers argue for a share of money dedicated to fighting climate change
Environment|Science

‘Doomsday fish’ returns to Southern California shores for the third time this year

‘Doomsday fish’ returns to Southern California shores for the third time this year

‘Doomsday fish’ returns to Southern California shores for the third time this year
Environment|Science|US|World

NYC issues first drought warning in 22 years, pauses aqueduct repairs to bring in more water

New York City issued its first drought warning in 22 years and paused major repairs to its main water aqueduct out of concern for the lack of rainfall

NYC issues first drought warning in 22 years, pauses aqueduct repairs to bring in more water
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|US

What to know about Chris Wright, Trump's choice to run the Energy Department

Fossil fuel executive Chris Wright, Donald Trump's choice for Energy secretary, is a strong supporter of oil and gas development, including fracking, a key pillar of the president-elect’s quest for U.S. “energy dominance” in the global market

What to know about Chris Wright, Trump's choice to run the Energy Department
Science|World

Tear gas used on Ukraine battlefield, chemical weapons agency finds

The world's chemical weapons watchdog on Monday said it had found traces of tear gas in samples taken last month on the frontline with Russia in Ukraine's central-east

Tear gas used on Ukraine battlefield, chemical weapons agency finds
Health|Science|US

USDA confirms domestic flock infected with bird flu in Hawaii

The United States Department of Agriculture confirmed the presence of bird flu in Hawaii on Monday, the first case of the virus in a domestic flock in the state since the current outbreak

USDA confirms domestic flock infected with bird flu in Hawaii
Health|Science|US

6 monkeys are still on the loose from a South Carolina compound after dozens escaped

Authorities say only six monkeys are still on the loose after dozens escaped earlier this month from a South Carolina compound that breeds the primates for medical research

6 monkeys are still on the loose from a South Carolina compound after dozens escaped
Health|Science

Sitting too much linked to heart disease –– even if you work out, according to new study

Sitting too much linked to heart disease –– even if you work out, according to new study

Sitting too much linked to heart disease –– even if you work out, according to new study
Environment|Finance|Science|US|World

COP29: US-UAE climate-friendly farming partnership grows to $29 billion

Funding for a climate-friendly farming effort led by the U.S. and United Arab Emirates has reached $29.2 billion, the countries announced on Monday at the COP29 climate

COP29: US-UAE climate-friendly farming partnership grows to $29 billion
Environment|Science|World

Can a COP29 deal clean up scandal-ridden carbon offsets?

A deal at the COP29 climate talks on trading carbon credits could see billions of dollars move into emissions-reduction projects this decade but

Can a COP29 deal clean up scandal-ridden carbon offsets?
Food|Health|Science|US

E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots leaves 1 dead and dozens sickened across the US

E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots leaves 1 dead and dozens sickened across the US

E. coli outbreak linked to organic carrots leaves 1 dead and dozens sickened across the US
Health|Science

Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains the side effects of weight loss medications

From constipation to muscle loss, the side effects of some weight loss and diabetes medications can be daunting to patients. CNN’s Dr. Sanjay Gupta looks at why these effects occur, and gives some tips on how to keep them in check.For more information on these new medications, tune in on Sunday at 8 p.m. to watch “Dr. Sanjay Gupta Reports: Is Ozempic Right For You?”

Dr. Sanjay Gupta explains the side effects of weight loss medications
Environment|Science|World

Methane from tropical wetlands is surging, threatening climate plans

The world's warming tropical wetlands are releasing more methane than ever before, research shows — an alarming sign that the world's climate goals are slipping

Methane from tropical wetlands is surging, threatening climate plans
Science|Technology

NASA’s only visit to Uranus happened during a rare cosmic occurrence

NASA’s only visit to Uranus happened during a rare cosmic occurrence

NASA’s only visit to Uranus happened during a rare cosmic occurrence
Health|Science|US|World

CDC confirms Oregon's first human case of bird flu

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Friday confirmed highly pathogenic form of bird flu in a person in Oregon.

CDC confirms Oregon's first human case of bird flu
Health|Science

Want to live an extra 5 to 10 years? Adopt this habit, study suggests

Want to live an extra 5 to 10 years? Adopt this habit, study suggests

Want to live an extra 5 to 10 years? Adopt this habit, study suggests
Business|Economy|Environment|Science

Regulators approve North Dakota section of planned 5-state Midwest carbon dioxide pipeline

Utility regulators in North Dakota have approved part of a carbon dioxide pipeline that would span five Midwestern states

Regulators approve North Dakota section of planned 5-state Midwest carbon dioxide pipeline
Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

Philadelphia students launch pumpkins into farm field to promote composting

Philadelphia students launch pumpkins into farm field to promote composting

Philadelphia students launch pumpkins into farm field to promote composting
Europe|Science|Technology

Poland boosts drone purchases, to start unmanned aircraft inspectorate in January

Poland has ordered 52 FlyEye surveillance drones in a contract worth 100 million zlotys ($24.49 million), its defence minister said on Friday, adding that a drone military

Poland boosts drone purchases, to start unmanned aircraft inspectorate in January
Environment|Science|Technology

Saltwater flooding is a serious fire threat for EVs and other devices with lithium-ion batteries

If you live in a flood-prone area, especially near the ocean, it’s important to know the risks if your EV is flooded. Or your golf cart, e-bike or other device with lithium-ion batteries.

Saltwater flooding is a serious fire threat for EVs and other devices with lithium-ion batteries
Health|Science

Get chronic UTIs? Future treatments may add more bacteria to your bladder to beat back harmful microbes

Certain strains of E. coli tucked in a gel can crowd out the microbes that cause urinary tract infections.

Get chronic UTIs? Future treatments may add more bacteria to your bladder to beat back harmful microbes
Environment|Science|US|World

Whistleblower sounds alarm about destruction of tribal sites in North Carolina

A career archaeologist with the U.S. Forest Service says managers have been engaging in irresponsible and illegal behavior that has resulted in damage to Native American sites across the forested slopes of North Carolina

Whistleblower sounds alarm about destruction of tribal sites in North Carolina
Environment|Science|Technology

Urban areas are getting hotter. A startup from one of the world’s hottest cities wants to help

Urban areas are getting hotter. A startup from one of the world’s hottest cities wants to help

Urban areas are getting hotter. A startup from one of the world’s hottest cities wants to help
Business|Health|Science|US

Eyenovia to end eye drug study, cut 50% of its workforce

Eyenovia said on Friday it will discontinue a late-stage study for its experimental drug-device combination to treat near-sightedness and cut about 50% of its workforce.

Eyenovia to end eye drug study, cut 50% of its workforce
Australia|Environment|Health|Science

Why Australian zoo is asking Sydney residents to catch deadly funnel-web spiders

Why Australian zoo is asking Sydney residents to catch deadly funnel-web spiders

Why Australian zoo is asking Sydney residents to catch deadly funnel-web spiders
Health|Science|US

US expected to increase biodefence spending under Trump, says vaccine maker Bavarian Nordic

Vaccine maker Bavarian Nordic expects the incoming Trump administration to boost biodefence funding despite the nomination of Robert F.

US expected to increase biodefence spending under Trump, says vaccine maker Bavarian Nordic
Environment|Science|World

COP climate talks not fit for purpose and need reform, say climate leaders

A group of former leaders and climate experts said the annual U.N.

COP climate talks not fit for purpose and need reform, say climate leaders
Asia|Environment|Science|US|World

Frustration grows at fossil fuel influence and structure of UN climate talks. Some call for reform

Environmental advocates released reports Friday decrying fossil fuel industry influence at these climate talks in Baku, Azerbaijan, called COP29

Frustration grows at fossil fuel influence and structure of UN climate talks. Some call for reform
Health|Science

Health advocates press Cepheid for cheaper mpox tests

Global health advocates have written to the makers of a key mpox diagnostic test to call for its price to be cut from around $20 per test to $5, to help tackle low

Health advocates press Cepheid for cheaper mpox tests
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|Science|US|World

Navy didn't understand well-documented risks posed by Hawaii fuel tanks, watchdog says

A U.S. military watchdog says Navy officials lacked sufficient understanding of the risks of maintaining massive fuel storage tanks on top of a drinking water well at Pearl Harbor where spilled jet fuel poisoned more than 6,000 people

Navy didn't understand well-documented risks posed by Hawaii fuel tanks, watchdog says
Opinion|Science|Technology|US|Videos|World

Congress hears testimony that alien life-forms exist. Why astrophysicist says he’s skeptical

Astrophysicist Adam Frank reacts to new testimony before the House Oversight Committee claiming non-human alien life forms exist and the US government is involved in a coverup.

Congress hears testimony that alien life-forms exist. Why astrophysicist says he’s skeptical
Health|Science|US

‘Obesity is at a crisis point’: Study predicts that 260 million in US will be overweight or obese by 2050

‘Obesity is at a crisis point’: Study predicts that 260 million in US will be overweight or obese by 2050

‘Obesity is at a crisis point’: Study predicts that 260 million in US will be overweight or obese by 2050
Science|Technology|World

Pentagon received hundreds of reports of new UFO sightings

Pentagon received hundreds of reports of new UFO sightings

Pentagon received hundreds of reports of new UFO sightings

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