A Fish That Hitches Rides Where the Sun Doesn’t Shine
Science, Today
The remora often latches on to the exteriors of larger marine creatures. But sometimes it travels in a more intrusive spot: inside a manta ray’s backside.
With Commissioner Under Pressure, F.D.A. Opens Door to Flavored Vapes
Science, Yesterday
Though illicit e-cigarettes have flooded in from China, the new policy could allow major tobacco companies to sell from prime shelf space at thousands of stores.
La rivalidad entre EE. UU. y China llega a los cielos sudamericanos
En español, Yesterday
EE. UU. ha presionado a Argentina y Chile para que revisen dos proyectos de telescopios chinos en los desiertos andinos. A los astrónomos les preocupa que esto suponga un revés para la investigación.
U.S.-China Rivalry Reaches South American Skies
World, Yesterday
The U.S. has pressed Argentina and Chile to review two Chinese telescope projects in the Andean deserts. Astronomers are worried about setbacks to research.
Is This Telescope a Threat to U.S. Security?
Video, Yesterday
Our reporter Emma Bubola visits the foothills of the Argentine Andes to find out why a giant Chinese-sponsored telescope is sitting dismembered.
Hantavirus Vaccines and Treatments Are in the Pipeline
Science, May 9
But it has been hard to attract interest in medical interventions for viruses that have not been considered a top public health priority, scientists say.
U.F.O. Files Released by U.S. Shed Light on What the Government Knows
U.S., May 8
The Pentagon on Friday released online what it called “new, never-before-seen” files, dating back decades, related to unidentified flying objects.
Pentagon Releases U.F.O. Files
Video, May 8
The Pentagon released “new, never-before-seen” U.F.O. files on Friday. The files include murky videos and still images that do not show anything definitive. The Defense Department said new materials would be released on a rolling basis.
She Tried to Help Schools Build Healthier Playgrounds
Science, May 8
Kirsten Beyer was assessing the benefits of improving school playgrounds in Milwaukee. Then her E.P.A. grant was canceled.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX Plans $55 Billion Investment to Make A.I. Chips
Business, May 7
The rocket company’s new semiconductor factory, called Terafab, is part of the billionaire’s increasing efforts to dominate artificial intelligence.
Un plutino sorprende a los astrónomos con indicios de una atmósfera en el borde del sistema solar
En español, May 7
Un pequeño mundo helado que está más lejos del Sol que Plutón parece tener atmósfera, según un nuevo estudio. La observación ha sorprendido a los astrónomos.
Surprising Signs of an Atmosphere Around a Tiny World, Billions of Miles Away
Science, May 7
A gradual dimming and brightening when a star passed behind it suggested the mini-Pluto was wrapped in a thin layer of air.
When My Father’s Canary Flew Away
Science, May 7
In the final stages of his dementia, a long-lost memory from childhood returned, perfectly formed. What was going on in his brain?
¿Niebla mental? Podría ser tu intestino
En español, May 7
Hemos preguntado a científicos y médicos qué hay que saber sobre la conexión entre la salud del intestino y la niebla mental.
The Moment That Bonded the Artemis II Crew Forever
Video, May 6
The Artemis II commander Reid Wiseman recounts how his crewmates named a lunar crater after his late wife, Carroll, and how this became the crucial bonding moment for his crew.
A Mutation Gave Humans the Gift of Speech. These Mice Have It, Too.
Science, May 6
Scientists wanted to know why the chatter of Alston’s singing mice sounds so much like human conversation. What they found might change how we study both species.
A Landslide in Alaska Set Off a Tsunami. There May Be More to Come.
Science, May 6
Scientists say as glaciers retreat in a warming climate, landslide-generated tsunamis are likely to become more frequent.
Your Kids Asked the Artemis Astronauts Questions. They Answered.
The Daily, May 6
The crew of NASA’s Artemis II mission discussed what the journey was like and what they ate for dessert in space.
Did the Artemis II Crew Feel Lonely in Space?
Video, May 6
The Artemis II astronauts reflect on how it felt to be 250,000 miles from Earth, and what seeing our planet reduced to the size of a thumbnail did to their sense of perspective.
The Artemis II Crew Takes Your Children’s Questions
Video, May 6
The Artemis II crew flew farther from Earth than any humans in history. They join Rachel Abrams of “The Daily” to answer questions from children about what that trip was like.
How Ancient Centipede Ancestors Conquered the Earth
Science, May 5
A long-neglected fossil seems to show the evolutionary leap that let the ancestors of today’s many-legged arthropods crawl forth from the seas.
Un visitante de la nube de Oort: un raro cometa aparece en los cielos del hemisferio sur
En español, May 5
Conocido como C/2025 R3 PANSTARRS, el cometa será visible para los observadores de estrellas que utilicen un telescopio en Nueva Zelanda, Australia y Sudáfrica.
How to Catch a Meteor Shower From Halley’s Comet
Science, May 5
Known for their speed, the Eta Aquarids will reach their peak on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.
A Visitor From the Oort Cloud: Rare Comet Appears in Southern Skies
World, May 5
Known as C/2025 R3 PANSTARRS, the comet will be visible to stargazers using a telescope in New Zealand, Australia and South Africa.
Kennedy Starts a Push to Help Americans Quit Antidepressants
Science, May 4
The health secretary has long complained that Americans overuse psychiatric medications. New policies he is introducing aim to change that.
Foggy Brain? Maybe It’s Your Gut.
Well, May 4
Scientists keep learning more about the connection between the brain and the gastrointestinal system.
A Long, Strange Trip: How the G.O.P. Came to Embrace Psychedelic Drugs
Science, May 3
For decades, conservatives were adamantly opposed to the use of drugs like psilocybin and LSD. Now, the Trump administration has made a sharp pivot.
Los ricos y poderosos quieren vivir para siempre. ¿Y si pudieran?
En español, May 2
Del Kremlin a Silicon Valley, algunas de las personas más influyentes del mundo persiguen ahora algo más: la vida eterna.
What’s Safe to Eat? Birds of a Feather Learn Together
Science, May 1
In a study, Australian cockatoos figured out that a new food was OK to consume by observing one another, a vivid example of “social learning” in animals.
How Do So Many People Already Own Elon Musk’s SpaceX?
Technology, May 1
Even before the rocket company holds a major initial public offering, many people own stock in it through so-called special purpose vehicles.
Top Psychiatrists Call for a Greater Focus on Ceasing Medication
Science, May 1
With Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. aiming to rein in the use of psychiatric drugs, psychiatrists are preemptively addressing how and when patients should quit taking them.
J. Craig Venter, Scientist Who Decoded the Human Genome, Dies at 79
Science, April 30
A risk-taking outsider, he brought speed, competition and controversy to one of science’s biggest races.
‘A Lot of Rocket’: Trump Celebrates Artemis II Astronauts at the White House
U.S., April 29
President Trump wants Americans going into space to be a part of his legacy, even as he has proposed cutting NASA’s education, research and diversity programs.
Peter Raven Dies at 89; Botanist Warned of Perils of Climate Change
Science, April 29
He transformed the Missouri Botanical Garden into an international research hub and laid out the existential threats posed by deforestation and unchecked development.
Aguas claras, moral turbia: cuando los humanos nadan con orcas
En español, April 29
Solo en dos lugares del mundo se permite a los humanos entrar en el agua con el depredador supremo del océano. A medida que aumentan las multitudes y cambian las normativas, la seguridad de ambas especies es motivo de preocupación.
Scientists Unveil ‘Long Lost’ Map for Smell
Science, April 29
The odor receptors in the nose are not distributed at random but organized in a precise spatial pattern, two new studies reveal.
Clear Waters, Murky Morals: When Humans Swim With Killer Whales
Science, April 29
Only two places in the world allow tourists to enter the water with the ocean’s apex predator. But the safety of both species is a growing concern.
A.I. Bots Told Scientists How to Make Biological Weapons
U.S., April 29
Scientists shared transcripts with The Times in which chatbots described how to assemble deadly pathogens and unleash them in public spaces.
How Iran Accumulated 11 Tons of Enriched Uranium
Interactive, April 29
Two months after the United States began a war meant to prevent Iran from ever building an atomic bomb, the fate of its stockpile of enriched uranium remains a mystery.
Grand Jury Indicts Former N.I.H. Official
Science, April 28
Prosecutors accused Dr. David Morens, a former adviser to Dr. Anthony S. Fauci, of hiding records related to the onset of the pandemic.
Nick Pope, U.F.O. Sleuth Who Chased the Truth, Dies at 60
Science, April 28
Often likened to Agent Mulder from “The X-Files,” he worked for Britain’s defense ministry and became a leading commentator on extraterrestrial matters.
Pregnancy With Lupus Is Risky. Would She Be Able to Carry Her Baby to Term?
Science, April 27
Fatimah Shepherd’s kidneys were compromised, and pregnancy could send her into kidney failure.
Targeted Hunts Were Supposed to Curb ‘Zombie Deer Disease.’ Now What?
Science, April 26
In Illinois and other states, officials hoped that culls could halt the progress of chronic wasting disease. Now they are losing hope.
El nombre de este caracol podría permitir su protección legal
En español, April 26
Los científicos debaten la clasificación de unos moluscos amenazados de los que una comunidad indígena depende para su estilo de vida.
Can Physics Soften a Mother’s Death?
Theater, April 25
In the play “Rheology,” a son and his mother grapple, in very different ways, with what her eventual death will mean.
Qué es la ‘inteligencia irregular’ y cómo puede redefinir el debate sobre la IA
En español, April 25
La IA siempre ha sido comparada con la inteligencia humana, pero quizá esa no sea la forma más adecuada de entenderla. Sus fortalezas permiten anticipar qué empleos podría sustituir.
Did an Acid Trip Inspire the First Photo of Earth?
Video, April 24
How did looking back at the Earth for the first time change humanity’s perspective? The legendary thinker Stewart Brand tells the Opinion columnist Ezra Klein why we need to shift our focus from “looking outward” to the essential, constant work of maintaining our civilizations and the planet itself.
The Prophet of Silicon Valley
Video, April 24
Stewart Brand, an author and visionary, deeply influenced the internet era from the 1960s onward. Yet the systems he inspired have become fundamentally unintelligible to their creators. The Opinion columnist Ezra Klein explores the tension between Brand’s “how to” philosophy and the black-box reality of modern A.I. on “The Ezra Klein Show.”
Scientists Solve ‘Golden Orb’ Mystery
Video, April 24
After more than two years of investigation, the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration have identified an unknown creature dubbed the “golden orb.” The orb perplexed researchers and enthusiasts of the deep sea around the world after it was found in 2023 near Alaska.
Were Neanderthals Able to Hunt Elephants? The Proof Is in an Ancient Bone
Science, April 24
A new study found that a pachyderm skeleton, dismissed for decades as unimportant, offers evidence of careful planning, teamwork and a calculated kill.
Golden Blob, a Mystery From the Deep Sea, Is Identified
Science, April 24
The strange, shiny discovery, retrieved from the ocean near Alaska in 2023, turned out to be part of an anemone, scientists said.
Could an Earthly Fungus Contaminate Mars? NASA May Have Found One Hardy Enough.
Science, April 24
Researchers identified a species that can survive radiation, extreme heat and simulated Martian soil, posing a new challenge for protocols intended to keep the red planet pristine.
The Rich and Powerful Want to Live Forever. What if They Could?
Magazine, April 24
From the Kremlin to Silicon Valley, some of the most powerful people in the world now want something more: eternal life.
How Elon Musk Used SpaceX to Benefit Himself and His Businesses
Technology, April 24
The rocket maker has been a useful financial tool for Mr. Musk, providing the billionaire with loans and aiding his struggling companies, a Times examination found.
Doug Allan, Polar Cameraman for David Attenborough’s Films, Dies at 74
Science, April 23
He was renowned for his skill at capturing candid scenes of penguins, polar bears and other cold-weather creatures — and for his ability to tolerate extreme discomfort.
New Gene Therapy Enables Children With a Rare Form of Deafness to Hear
Science, April 23
The treatment, the first of its kind, was approved by the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday. “Our baby was born deaf, and now he can hear,” said one parent.
Youth Suicides Declined After Creation of National Hotline
Science, April 22
Suicides among young adults dropped most sharply in states that actively embraced the 988 crisis line, new research has found.
In 1968, They Saw Earth From the Moon for the First Time
Video, April 22
It’s the most iconic image of our planet. Decades before the Artemis II mission, a group of astronauts experienced an Earth rising for the first time. This Earth Day, hear their story and the story of a photograph that changed the way we think about our place in the universe.
She Wanted a ‘Free Birth.’ It Put Her and Her Baby in Grave Danger.
Science, April 22
Promoters of free birthing reject any type of medical intervention during pregnancy or delivery. The movement has been trending on social media, but critics warn it poses serious risks.
Pace of N.I.H. Funding Slows Further in Trump’s Second Year
Science, April 22
The agency has approved far fewer new grants than it did in years past. A renewed effort to screen for disfavored terms and a loss of personnel are contributing.
Japan Is Used to Earthquakes, but What About a Big One?
World, April 22
For many people in Japan, the country’s regular tremors are not a big deal. Officials are urging them to prepare for the next catastrophic quake.
Dark Skies and Dark Energy Converge at a West Texas Star Party
Science, April 22
In the Big Bend region, a portal to the early universe is enabled by the largest dark-sky reserve on Earth.
Mars or the Moon or A.I.? Elon Musk’s Changing Goals for SpaceX.
Technology, April 22
As SpaceX prepares to go public, Mr. Musk has proposed moonshots that differ from the company’s original aim of reaching Mars.
¿De dónde vienen todos estos meteoros?
En español, April 22
La frecuencia de los bólidos en los cielos de nuestro planeta parece haber aumentado en los últimos meses. La NASA y otros expertos en meteoros no se ponen de acuerdo sobre qué lo explica.
How to Watch the Lyrids Streak Across the Night Sky
Science, April 21
Active since last week, the Lyrids meteor shower is expected to reach peak viewing tonight.
For Earth Day, a Few Signs of Hope for Our Planet
Climate, April 21
In a year of grim climate and environment news, we’ve compiled several hopeful signs about our planet’s future.
Where Are All These Meteors Coming From?
Science, April 21
The frequency of fireballs in our planet’s skies seemed to grow in recent months. NASA and other meteor experts can’t agree on what explains it.
What’s in a Name? For These Snails, Legal Protection
Science, April 21
Scientists are debating the classification of threatened mollusks that an Indigenous community relies on for their way of life.
Blue Origin’s Failure May Hamstring NASA’s Moon Plans
Science, April 20
The space agency is counting on Jeff Bezos’ company to deliver equipment essential to the next moon landing, only two years away.
This Parrot Has No Beak, But Is at the Top of the Pecking Order
Video, April 20
Bruce, a disabled kea parrot, is missing his top beak. The bird uses tools to keep himself healthy and developed a jousting technique that has made him the alpha male of his group.
‘Earthset’ Is Captured on Video for First Time
Science, April 20
The Earth slips behind the moon in an iPhone video taken by Reid Wiseman during NASA’s Artemis II mission, a sequel to the iconic Earthrise photo taken by Apollo 8.
Desmond Morris, 98, Dies; Explored Humans’ Animal Instincts in ‘The Naked Ape’
Science, April 20
An English zoologist, he wrote an immensely popular 1967 book arguing that ancient genes, shared with apes, shape our lives. Objections in the scientific world ensued.
These Salmon Got High on Cocaine. That Wasn’t the Craziest Part.
Science, April 20
Scientists in Sweden made an unexpected discovery when they exposed the fish to the illegal drug as well as another substance.
How Bruce the Parrot Landed Atop the Pecking Order, Without a Beak
Science, April 20
The kea gained fame for learning to use a pebble to groom himself. Scientists were astounded by his next innovation.
Elaine Ingham, Who Taught That Soil Is Alive, Dies at 73
Science, April 19
A scientist and leader in the organic farming movement, she popularized the “soil food web,” an understanding that soil is a complex realm of microorganisms.
Las hembras de los peces rape evolucionaron para tenerlo todo
En español, April 19
Según un nuevo estudio, estos peces de aguas profundas acabaron utilizando señuelos brillantes no solo para pescar, sino también para atraer a sus parejas.
Rescuers Mount a Likely Final Push to Save a Stranded Whale
Video, April 17
Rescue crews mounted a likely final push to save a stranded humpback whale off the coast of Northern Germany on Friday. The large mammal, nicknamed “Timmy,” captivated the nation after it was stranded in shallow waters for weeks.
He Looked for Ways to Stop Mass Violence
Science, April 17
David Eisenman sought to better understand how to prevent school shootings and other targeted violence, until the Department of Homeland Security halted the research.
How Female Anglerfish Evolved to Have It All
Science, April 17
The deep-sea fish ended up with glowing lures not just to snag meals, but also to attract mates, a new study finds.
‘Proof’ Review: Ayo Edebiri as a Math Girl, Interrupted
Theater, April 17
The actress stars as a haunted genius opposite Don Cheadle as her father in David Auburn’s 2001 drama. This revival, though, exposes the play’s lack of rigor.
After Artemis II, Astronauts and NASA Look Toward Moon Landing
Science, April 16
The four astronauts spoke at a news conference Thursday afternoon at Johnson Space Center in Houston about their journey around the moon and back to Earth.
How ‘Jagged Intelligence’ Can Reframe the A.I. Debate
Technology, April 15
A.I. has always been compared to human intelligence, but that may not be the right way to think about it. What it does well can help predict what jobs it may replace.
Nature Is Still Molding Human Genes, Study Finds
Science, April 15
Some researchers hold that evolution hasn’t much altered humans in the past 10,000 years. A new analysis of ancient DNA indicates that natural selection continued to shape hundreds of genes.
Pirate’s Booty Corrects a Myth About West African Gold
Science, April 14
Centuries-old European tales about Gold Coast traders adulterating precious metals hundreds of years ago are challenged by the famous Whydah Gally shipwreck.
Amazon Buys Globalstar for $10.8 Billion to Build Its Efforts in Space
Technology, April 14
The e-commerce giant is buying Globalstar, a satellite communications company, as it aims to expand its own satellite internet service to compete with Elon Musk’s Starlink.
See the Moment the Artemis II Astronauts Exit the Orion Capsule
Video, April 14
New video shows the moment the Orion capsule opened after landing last week. Inside were the Artemis II astronauts who had completed a 10-day mission around the moon.
Global Wildlife Trade Fuels Spread of Disease From Animals to People
Science, April 14
Live animal markets and the illegal sale of wildlife pose particular dangers, but any sale of wild animals or animal products poses spillover risks, a new study suggests.
How a Geologist Lives on $200,000 in Bushwick, Brooklyn
Interactive, April 13
After starting a new job, Daniel Babin can afford to shop for a pricey vintage guitar and rethink living with 17 roommates.
For Ants, a ‘Cleaning Station’ in the Desert
Science, April 13
A unique “choreography” between two ant species suggests a distinctive partnership in which one provides a carwash service to the other.
El amerizaje del Artemis II da impulso a la NASA en la renovada carrera lunar
En español, April 13
Los astronautas rompieron varios récords y pudieron estudiar partes de la cara oculta de la Luna.
NASA’s Artemis II Crew Returns to Houston After Lunar Mission
Video, April 12
After splashing down in the Pacific Ocean, the Artemis II crew members reunited with their friends, families and fellow NASA astronauts in Houston on Saturday. Their voyage was the first trip by humans into deep space in more than half a century.
Artemis II Crew Reunites With Families and Fellow NASA Astronauts
Science, April 11
The four astronauts made an emotional return to Houston a day after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean at the end of their 10-day lunar journey.
David Sklansky, ‘Mathematician’ of High-Stakes Poker, Dies at 78
U.S., April 11
As “the first nerd to enter poker,” he helped transform a game long ruled by intuition into one based on game theory, probability and logic.
Artemis II nos mostró nuevas imágenes de la Luna
En español, April 11
Durante 10 días, los astronautas de la misión de sobrevuelo lunar de la NASA han logrado algo casi imposible.
Scientists Get a Glimpse to How New Pandemics Are Made
Science, March 9
Researchers have devised a new tool for discerning between naturally occurring viral outbreaks and those resulting from lab accidents.
He Built a Server to Protect Indigenous Health Data
Science, February 5
Joseph Yracheta was in charge of a repository that compiled and protected tribal health data. Then its funding was cut.
How the Pandemic Lockdowns Changed a Songbird’s Beak
Science, December 15
For ecologists, the Covid-19 pandemic has presented a remarkable natural experiment in what can happen to wild animals when humans stay home.
America Is Abandoning One of the Greatest Medical Breakthroughs
Opinion, August 18
Giving up on mRNA is a dangerous decision.
F.D.A. Approves Novavax Covid Vaccine With Stricter New Conditions
Science, May 17
The agency narrowed who can get the shot and added new study requirements that could cost the company tens of millions.
Genetic Study Retraces the Origins of Coronaviruses in Bats
Science, May 7
As China and the United States trade charges of a lab leak, researchers contend in a new paper that the Covid pandemic got its start, like a previous one, in the wildlife trade.
On New Website, Trump Declares Lab Leak as ‘True Origins’ of Covid
Science, April 18
The White House has thrown its weight behind the lab leak theory, an idea that has divided intelligence agencies.
American Children’s Reading Skills Reach New Lows
National, January 29
With little post-pandemic recovery, experts wonder if screen time and school absence are among the causes.
U.S. Students Posted Dire Math Declines on an International Test
National, December 4
On the test, American fourth and eighth graders posted results similar to scores from 1995. It was a sign of notable stagnation, even as other countries saw improvements.
Hoping for Allies Among Trump’s Health Picks, Pharma Faces Hostility
Science, November 27
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and other candidates for top health posts are at odds with the drug industry, setting the stage for tense battles over regulatory changes.
The Education Crisis Neither Candidate Will Address
Op Ed, October 9
Covid learning loss and chronic absenteeism aren’t going to fix themselves
Fauci Grilled by Lawmakers on Masks, Vaccine Mandates and Lab Leak Theory
Science, June 3
Dr. Fauci testified before a House panel investigating Covid’s origins. The panel found emails suggesting that his aides were skirting public records laws.
Supernova or Coronavirus: Can You Tell the Difference?
Science, May 21
A scientist finds beauty in the “visual synonyms” that exist in images seen through microscopes and telescopes.
U.S. Tightens Rules on Risky Virus Research
Science, May 7
A long-awaited new policy broadens the type of regulated viruses, bacteria, fungi and toxins, including those that could threaten crops and livestock.
Republicans Step Up Attacks on Scientist at Heart of Lab Leak Theory
Science, May 1
A heated hearing produced no new evidence that Peter Daszak or his nonprofit, EcoHealth Alliance, were implicated in the Covid outbreak.
Biotech Exec Gets 7 Years in Prison for False Claims About Rapid Covid-19 Test
Express, April 13
Prosecutors said Keith Berman falsely claimed he had invented a blood test that could detect Covid-19 in 15 seconds. His lawyer said he had put “genuine effort” into developing such a test.
¿Cuál es la siguiente fase del coronavirus?
En español, March 23
Los científicos que estudian la evolución continua del virus y las respuestas inmunitarias del organismo esperan evitar un rebrote y comprender mejor la covid prolongada.
What’s Next for the Coronavirus?
Science, March 22
Scientists studying the virus’s continuing evolution, and the body’s immune responses, hope to head off a resurgence and to better understand long Covid.
Where the Wild Things Went During the Pandemic
Science, March 18
A new study of camera-trap images complicates the idea that all wildlife thrived during the Covid lockdowns.
A Fern’s ‘Zombie’ Fronds Sprout Unusual Roots
Science, February 25
In the Panamanian rainforest, scientists found the first known plant species to transform decaying tissue into a new source of nutrients.
Before the Coronavirus Pandemic, Overlooked Clues From Chinese Scientists
Science, January 18
Newly released documents indicate that a U.S. genetic database had received the sequence of the coronavirus two weeks before it was made public by others.
Omicron, Now 2 Years Old, Is Not Done With Us Yet
Science, November 21
The dominant variant of the coronavirus has proved to be not only staggeringly infectious, but an evolutionary marvel.
Lab Leak Fight Casts Chill Over Virology Research
Science, October 16
Scientists doing “gain-of-function” research said that heightened fears of lab leaks are stalling studies that could thwart the next pandemic virus.
Inside a High-Security Virus Lab
Interactive, October 16
High-security labs, like this one at Penn State, are at the center of a debate over research that alters viruses to make them more dangerous.
The Nation’s Top-Performing Public School System
N Y T Now, October 10
Schools run by the Defense Department educate 66,000 children of civilian employees and service members.
We Can Fight Learning Loss Only With Accountability and Action
Op Ed, September 5
Let’s bring back an era of accountability.
U.S. Students’ Progress Stagnated Last School Year, Study Finds
National, July 11
Despite billions in federal aid, students are not making up ground in reading and math: “We are actually seeing evidence of backsliding.”
What the New, Low Test Scores for 13-Year-Olds Say About U.S. Education Now
National, June 21
The results are the federal government’s last major data release on the academic effects of the coronavirus pandemic.
Wild Mammals Roamed When Covid Kept Humans Home
Science, June 8
Strict pandemic lockdowns may have allowed animals to range more widely and spend time closer to roads, a new study suggests.
Schools Received Billions in Stimulus Funds. It May Not Be Doing Enough.
Washington, June 5
Pandemic aid was supposed to help students recover from learning loss, but results have been mixed.
Many Women Have an Intense Fear of Childbirth, Survey Suggests
Science, May 16
Tokophobia, as it’s called, is not often studied in the United States. But a new survey finds that it may be very common, particularly among Black women and in disadvantaged communities.
We Could Easily Make Risky Virological Research Safer
Op Ed, May 10
Lab safety doesn’t need to torpedo scientific progress.
It’s Not Just Math and Reading: U.S. History Scores for 8th Graders Plunge
National, May 3
The latest test results continue a nearly decade-long decline. Try a sample quiz to test your knowledge.
Scientist Revisits Data on Raccoon Dogs and Covid, Stressing the Unknowns
Science, April 29
After analyzing genetic data swabbed from a Wuhan market in early 2020, a virologist said it was unclear if animals for sale there had been infected.
Can Africa Get Close to Vaccine Independence? Here’s What It Will Take.
Science, April 25
Leaders on the continent have vowed that if there is another pandemic, they won’t be shut out of the vaccine market.
China Publishes Data Showing Raccoon Dog DNA at Wuhan Market
Science, April 5
Scientists from the Chinese C.D.C. confirmed that DNA from raccoon dogs and other animals susceptible to the coronavirus was found at the market in early 2020.
Wuhan Market Samples Contained Covid and Animal Mixtures, Report Says
Science, March 21
In a much-anticipated study, experts described a swab that was positive for the coronavirus and contained loads of genetic material from raccoon dogs.
New Data Links Pandemic’s Origins to Raccoon Dogs at Wuhan Market
Science, March 17
Genetic samples from the market were recently uploaded to an international database and then removed after scientists asked China about them.
Biden Proposal Would Ban Online Prescribing of Certain Drugs
Science, February 25
Some medications, like Ritalin and Vicodin, would require an in-person doctor’s visit under the new rules, a reaction to the pandemic-era rise of telemedicine.
After Long Delay, Moderna Pays N.I.H. for Covid Vaccine Technique
Science, February 23
Moderna has paid $400 million to the government for a chemical technique key to its vaccine. But the parties are still locked in a high-stakes dispute over a different patent.
She Helped Unlock the Science of the Covid Vaccine
Science, February 9
Kizzmekia Corbett helped lead a team of scientists contributing to one of the most stunning achievements in the history of immunizations: a highly effective, easily manufactured vaccine against Covid-19.
When Animals Are Used in Research
Letters, January 31
Readers discuss experimentation on lab animals. Also: Racism in America; preparing for the next pandemic; maternal deaths; Amazon’s donations.
Expert Panel Votes for Stricter Rules on Risky Virus Research
Science, January 27
The White House will decide whether to adopt the panel’s recommendations on so-called gain of function experiments.
N.I.H. Did Not Properly Track a Group Studying Coronaviruses, Report Finds
Science, January 26
An internal federal watchdog said that the health agency had not given adequate oversight to EcoHealth Alliance, which had been awarded $8 million in grants.
Health Experts Warily Eye XBB.1.5, the Latest Omicron Subvariant
Science, January 7
A young version of the coronavirus makes up one-quarter of Covid cases across the United States and over 70 percent of new cases in the Northeast.
Your Tuesday Briefing: China’s Space Push
N Y T Now, December 12
Plus China’s vaccination pivot and the year’s most stylish “people.”
Your Monday Briefing: The World Cup Semifinals Loom
N Y T Now, December 11
Plus, China’s sluggish economy and the arrest of the Lockerbie bombing suspect.
Ómicron cumple un año. Así ha evolucionado
en Español, November 29
Al cumplirse el aniversario del descubrimiento de la variante, los expertos en virología siguen intentando ponerse al día con la rápida transformación de ómicron.
Happy Birthday, Omicron
Science, November 26
One year after the variant’s discovery, virologists are still scrambling to keep up with Omicron’s rapid evolution.
The Pandemic Generation Goes to College. It Has Not Been Easy.
National, November 1
Students missed a lot of high school instruction. Now many are behind, especially in math, and getting that degree could be harder.
Pandemic Learning Loss Is Not an Emergency
Op Ed, October 29
In a vacuum, test score declines look like bad news. But none of this happened in a vacuum.
G.O.P. Senator’s Report on Covid Origins Suggests Lab Leak, but Offers Little New Evidence
Science, October 27
The report, signed by Senator Richard Burr, foreshadows a new wave of political wrangling over Covid’s origins if Republicans gain control of the House or Senate.
Math Scores Fell in Nearly Every State, and Reading Dipped on National Exam
National, October 24
The results, from what is known as the nation’s report card, offer the most definitive picture yet of the pandemic’s devastating impact on students.