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The real space science behind 'Project Hail Mary'
A botanist searches for the seeds of the rare Death Valley Sage
The Great Green Wall's one of the world's most ambitious eco-projects. Is it working?
Are you pooping all wrong?
After a whirlwind mission to the moon, astronauts are back home. Here's what's next
'How are you using AI?' Your therapist should ask you that question, experts argue
Artemis II astronauts have just one task ahead of them today: Return home
How bad for humans is wildlife trade? A new study has answers
We can't all be astronauts, but the Artemis II crew has fitness lessons for everyone
What Star Trek, space-time, and subatomic particles have in common
In the Trump era, everybody's talking about 'soft power.' But ... what is it exactly?
Abortion clinics are closing nationwide. Could urgent care help fill the gap?
AI in the mental health care workforce is met with fear, pushback — and enthusiasm
Bracing for federal cuts, some states are already paring back Medicaid services
Photos: NASA releases first images from moon flyby
Medical supplies are stuck in Dubai, as clinics around the world face shortages
Over-the-counter medication abortion? These researchers say it would be safe
What can Artemis II astronauts see that satellites haven't captured?
These trees brought a fishery back from the brink. They can help you too
Shingles can hit younger than you think. The vaccine can prevent excruciating pain