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This Species Is Close to Extinction and That's a Good Thing

The disappearance would mark the scouring of a disease from the face of the earth

By World Science Festival

5 Major Extinctions—And One More We May Be Causing Right Now

Earth’s worst mass murderers are oxygen, volcanoes…and us?

By World Science Festival

The Unexpected Animal Group Dying from Climate Change

It's affecting more than mammals

By World Science Festival

How an Ingredient in Airbags Might Turn Explosive

Ammonium nitrate, commonly used as a fertilizer, is also used in airbags

By World Science Festival

8 Animal Plagues Wreaking Havoc Right Now

The scariest diseases plaguing the animal kingdom

By World Science Festival

These Mammals Are Hit Hard By Climate Change

Research suggests that smaller mammals may weather climate change better than bigger ones

By World Science Festival

Here's the Scientific Way to Make a Perfect Pumpkin Pie

Prebake the crust for pumpkin pie before filling

By World Science Festival

A Tale of Two Turkeys: Wild vs. Supermarket

Which bird is better?

By Julie Rossman and Roxanne Palmer / World Science Festival

How to Survive a Spaceship Disaster

One of the most dangerous parts of an astronaut’s journey is the very beginning

By World Science Festival

Your State Bird Could Be Gone By 2080

If our climate continues to change, many birds will lose significant portions of their habitat

By World Science Festival
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