An Unusual Way to End Up With a Whole Lot of Gold
In the 21st century, the dream of alchemy is not just alive but atomic.
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America Is Living in a Climate-Denial Fantasy
On climate, the U.S. and the rest of the planet are now in “completely separate worlds.”
Remarkable News in Potatoes
Scientists have found that, millions of years ago, spuds evolved from tomatoes.
Every Scientific Empire Comes to an End
America’s run as the premier techno-superpower may be over.
How NASA Engineered Its Own Decline
The agency once projected America’s loftiest ideals. Then it ceded its ambitions to Elon Musk.
The Sea Slug Defying Biological Orthodoxy
Symbiosis may be more important to evolution than scientists once thought.
Should You Sunscreen Your Cat?
Even wild animals’ skin can burn, if they’re living in unusual conditions.
Trump’s ‘Gold Standard’ for Science Manufactures Doubt
By emphasizing scientific uncertainty above other values, political appointees can block any regulatory action they want to.
Trump Is Trying to Steamroll the Tennessee Valley Authority
Earlier this week, the White House told the board of America’s largest public-energy provider to fire the CEO, or be fired.
The Trump Administration Is Violating the First Rule of Disasters
Good disaster management is premised on preparation.