BBC Science · Jun 17, 2026 7:11 PM
Simpler, older version of Stonehenge found three miles from famous site
The structure consisted of two posts that lined up with the solstices 5,000 years ago.
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NPR Science · Jun 16, 2026 5:29 PM
How to map quadrillions of miles of underground fungi
NPR's Adrian Florido speaks with ecologist Justin Stewart about mapping the complex network of fungi connecting the Earth's plants.
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PBS Science · Jun 16, 2026 2:56 PM
Rain along Gulf Coast could become the first named storm of Atlantic hurricane season
The National Hurricane Center in Miami says the storm system is expected to bring intense rain to southern states including Texas and Louisiana this week.
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NPR Science · Jun 16, 2026 1:10 PM
In Albania, anger grows against the government for supporting a Kushner-linked luxury resort
Albania's government has given preliminary approval to plans for the luxury resort along a stretch of coastline, prompting daily protests and legal challenges by environmental groups.
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NPR Science · Jun 16, 2026 5:00 AM
Is a transparent fish the future of brain science? This center is betting on it
One of the world's leading brain research centers is shifting away from fruit flies and toward a tiny, transparent fish. The goal: to understand how brains control the behavior of an animal or human.
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NPR Science · Jun 15, 2026 6:45 PM
Why a brain research lab is switching from fruit flies to tiny fish
One of the world's leading brain research labs is switching from fruit flies to a tiny, transparent fish. The goal is to observe an entire animal's brain at work.
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PBS Science · Jun 15, 2026 4:44 PM
Lawmakers fight to stop the Trump administration's dismantling of a $386 million ocean observatory project
Monday's pushback against the Republican administration's actions comes as scientists are set to remove instruments from the Pacific and as an El Niño event is predicted to arrive this summer.
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NPR Science · Jun 14, 2026 8:15 AM
In Oregon, a newly discovered species of spider got its own name and naming ceremony
A biologist recently discovered a new species of cave spider in Oregon's Columbia River Gorge. It's getting a name from the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation.
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COMIC: How excessive heat kills and how to stay safe
Human bodies have a natural cooling system, but it can do only so much in high temperatures and humidity. Here's the science behind how heat kills. And how to protect yourself.
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PBS Science · Jun 12, 2026 7:00 PM
Why communities are revolting against data centers
Artificial intelligence data centers are popping up across America, spurring fierce backlash because of their need for huge amounts of water and power. Is the AI revolution worth the price communities are paying? Horizons…
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PBS Science · Jun 12, 2026 7:00 PM
Why communities are revolting against data centers
Artificial intelligence data centers are popping up across America, spurring fierce backlash because of their need for huge amounts of water and power. Is the AI revolution worth the price communities are paying? Horizons…
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NPR Science · Jun 12, 2026 4:41 AM
New study finds 'foundation' species continue to shape ecosystems after their death
Foundation species like coral, oysters and big trees are critical to their ecosystems, providing food and shelter. A new study finds their influence continues after their death.
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PBS Science · Jun 11, 2026 6:30 PM
Why SpaceX is rocketing toward largest IPO in stock market history
SpaceX, the rocket company founded by Elon Musk, will be going public and is expected to become the largest IPO in stock market history. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Ron Insana.
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PBS Science · Jun 11, 2026 6:20 PM
World Cup players challenged by dangerously hot weather
The World Cup kicked off on Thursday as South Africa squared off against Mexico, one of this year's host countries. Several American cities hosting these opening matches will be sweltering this weekend, making stadiums feel more…
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NPR Science · Jun 11, 2026 4:15 PM
This week's Short Wave news roundup
NPR's Short Wave team talks about how air pollution affects the brain, what ancient squirrel poop reveals about prehistoric fauna, and a whale graveyard on the ocean floor.
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PBS Science · Jun 11, 2026 2:04 PM
El Nino is here. It'll be big, bad and costly, scientists fear
El Nino, Nature's chaotic climate agent, has formed in a warmed-up Pacific Ocean and is expected to grow to historic strength, meteorologists announced Thursday.
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BBC Science · Jun 11, 2026 9:32 AM
What is El Niño and why could it mean record temperatures?
Global temperatures are expected to rise in the coming months as El Niño begins.
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BBC Science · Jun 11, 2026 9:26 AM
El Niño under way and threatens weather extremes, scientists say
An El Niño event has officially started, say US scientists, raising fears of extreme weather and higher temperatures.
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