How a fox skull shape conquers the snow Research explains how foxes hunting mice can plunge down into the snow at high speeds without injuring their poor little snouts. Nell Greenfieldboyce
A sea turtle plagued by 'bubble butt' condition is helped by a 3D printer "Bubble butt" can leave turtles struggling to swim normally — or unable to submerge at all. A 3D-printed harness can help. Bill Chappell
New year, new pygmy hippo: A naming poll for this Virginia zoo baby is underway Moo Deng and Haggis are joined by another slick, round supreme on the scene. Fans of the new baby can cast their vote to name her until New Year's Eve, with the winning name announced the next day. Manuela López Restrepo
Bird flu Q&A: What to know to help protect yourself and your pets Each week some revelation about bird flu seems to flutter through the news cycle. Here's what the latest research is saying about how it is spreading and how to keep yourself and your pets safe. Will Stone Play AudioListen 4 mins
Tiger-cats, sea squirts and beetles, oh my! Meet some species identified in 2024 From charismatic macrofauna to tiny sea squirts, here are some species formally identified by scientists in 2024. Jonathan Lambert
Employees at federal science agencies try to shield themselves from political influence Unions representing certain agencies have bolstered their contracts with language intended to help protect them from political influence. Play AudioListen 7 mins
Look up! Here's what's to watch for in space in 2025 In the New Year, there will be supermoons, meteor showers and other exciting celestial events. Chandelis Duster
Scientists have learned secrets of Australia's marsupial mole Researchers have probed the genetics of one of Australia's most elusive animals, the marsupial mole. Nell Greenfieldboyce Play AudioListen 4 mins
How brain-mapping research by Seattle scientists could help prevent Alzheimer's Research by a group of Seattle scientists may help doctors and drug companies target specific brain cells to help people keep their minds sharp as they age. KUOW Staff
Farmers are abandoning their land. Is that good for nature? Traditional farmers around the world are walking away from millions of acres of land where they once grew crops or grazed animals. It's provoking mixed reactions. Dan Charles Play AudioListen 5 mins
