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A Danish Program Takes On the Stigma of Mental Illness
One of Us, run by Denmark’s health ministry, works with people with mental health conditions to share their stories in schools, hospitals and police stations, helping turn fear into understanding.
Your Closest Forest Gets Lit Up by a Hidden Purple Glow
Research shows that a phenomenon called St. Elmo’s Fire, which occurs during thunderstorms, may be much more common than previously understood.
Scientists Decry ‘Political Attack’ on the Reference Manual on Scientific Evidence
More than two dozen contributors to the manual criticized the deletion of a chapter on climate science by the Federal Judicial Center.
As Kennedy Turns From Vaccines, MAHA Allies See a ‘Betrayal’
As the midterm elections approach, the health secretary is focusing on “real food.” Anger is rising among some of his supporters.
Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse 2026: Time and Visibility Guide
Earth’s shadow will temporarily drape the moon in a copper hue before sunrise on Tuesday.
How the Psychedelic Drug Ibogaine Changed Me Forever
Veterans and others who have suffered trauma and injuries are flocking to clinics around the world to take ibogaine. My own reason was deeply personal.
Caesar Rodney statue to get place of honor in Washington
Caesar Rodney, whose statue was placed in storage amid racial injustice protests in 2020, will be honored in Washington this summer.
Can Nations Agree How to Mine the Sea? This Is the Year, She Says.
Leticia Carvalho heads a global authority that’s been struggling to set rules for a decade. President Trump’s aggressive push on ocean mining makes her task more urgent.
Judge Approves $345 Million Verdict Against Greenpeace in Dakota Access Pipeline Suit
Greenpeace has said the verdict could bankrupt it. The lawsuit was over the group’s role in protests against the Dakota Access Pipeline.
NASA Aims for 2 Moon Landings in 2028 With New Artemis Schedule
Jared Isaacman, the agency’s administrator, said the Artemis III mission would move to 2027 and would no longer attempt a lunar landing.
Fighting Wildfires Could Soon Get Harder
Simultaneous emergencies in different parts of the world could stop countries from sharing ground crews and equipment, new research warns.
Edward L. Deci, 83, Dies; Found Self-Determination as a Key to Happiness
His work with his colleague Richard Ryan changed how psychologists understand human motivation and what people require to flourish.
Vanguard Settles Case Claiming It Tried to Kill the Coal Industry
Republican-led states had accused financial firms of colluding against coal producers. Vanguard also agreed not to push for action to fight climate change.
What Your DNA Reveals About the Sex Life of Neanderthals
Most people alive today carry fragments of Neanderthal DNA in their genome. Now scientists are gaining a more intimate understanding of the ancient encounters that put it there.
C.D.C.’s New Acting Director Draws Unexpected Praise From Agency Staff
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, who was appointed to the role last week, has offered to publicly endorse vaccination, in particular the measles vaccine, winning over some agency employees.
Bird Losses Are Accelerating, New Study Finds
Scientists studying data collected over more than three decades found accelerating losses. Their research offers clues about the causes.
Sorry, SpaceX: It’s Getting Too Crowded Up There
Elon Musk wants to launch a million satellites, but researchers say global warming is changing the upper atmosphere in ways that makes space junk linger.
New A.C.A. Plans Could Increase Family Deductibles to $31,000
The Trump administration is proposing Obamacare plans that it says will lower health insurance premiums. But critics warn they would make care unaffordable.
Bird Flu Strikes California Elephant Seals for the First Time
Thirty seals, primarily weaned pups, have died since late last week, scientists said.
Trump Says Tech Firms Should Pay More for Electricity
The president said he had negotiated a deal with tech giants to cover the energy costs of data centers, but offered few details. Experts said such pledges could prove difficult in practice.