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Thousands of Penguin Chicks Lost at Sea
Scientists monitoring emperor penguins in Antarctica recorded an unprecedented tragedy.
Why a Scientist Must Always Doubt
Francoise Barre-Sinoussi on her Nobel Prize-winning discovery of the viral origins of AIDS, the emotional toll of her work, and her relationship with doubt.
Call of the Liar
The spot-on imitations of other birds by the Australian lyrebird exemplify what Darwin missed about female birdsong.
What Spider Games Say About Arachnophobia
Many people around the world fear spiders. But in the Philippines, the tradition of spider wrestling often brings people and arachnids in close proximity.
Math Proof Draws New Boundaries Around Black Hole Formation
For a half century, mathematicians have tried to define the exact circumstances under which a black hole is destined to exist.
A New Way to Predict Seizures Before They Happen
This artificial nose can sniff out epileptic attacks.
Trump’s Role in the Capitol Riot
A social psychologist on how Trump’s speech links to the Jan. 6 attack.
The Case for a 200-Year Space Mission
How a composer is working with NASA scientists to shift our thinking about obsolescence.
