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A scientist’s failed experiment yields a contest-winning photo.

A new way of thinking about the history of the Earth.

Should an alien species resist, we will have discovered life.

Without flowers, there would be no us.

Some go gently into the night. Others die in freak accidents or deadly invasions, or after a showy display.

This award-winning shot offers a candid look at the cagey turkey vulture.

AI could help us understand what whales are saying. But should we talk back?

Scientists are making mycelia-machine hybrids that can crawl and roll.

A marine biologist and photographer gets up close and personal with mysterious pygmy seahorses.

Taking stock of the moment for science and science policy.

Leading scientists and engineers offer strategies for putting the public good ahead of politics.

Three Earth plants will soon make a new home on the lunar surface.