Science

Peer-reviewed article by Māori author removed because it wasn’t in line with organisation’s values

An article questioning claims of racism and “white power” in psychology was removed from a New Zealand journal sparking a debate over science, mātauranga Māori and the limits of academic disagreement.

Climate accountability deserves its day in court

For years, lawyers working for the fossil fuel industry have done everything in their power to keep state courts from weighing the factual evidence in climate accountability cases. During just the past decade, our communities have lost…

Slate’s electric truck: all the news about the ultra-minimal EV

Slate Auto is a new startup that emerged out of a secretive project called “Re:Car” within Re:Build Manufacturing, a domestic manufacturing project backed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos. The company’s first electric vehicle is a barebones…

The race to understand how and when Thwaites glacier will collapse

The loss of Antarctica’s doomsday glacier would transform our planet. Now scientists are revealing the secrets of this remotest of places, and asking the question: is its demise inevitable?

Why the Venezuelan Earthquakes Happened, and What to Expect Next

Twin earthquakes like those that ripped through the region are unusual but not unheard of. Scientists are already gathering data needed for a more detailed picture.

I haven't seen Samsung discounts this good since Black Friday

Every Prime Day, Amazon tends to really steal the headlines. I mean, it's not hard to see why considering the retailer started the ball rolling with big summer sales and continues to do so. That doesn't mean Amazon is the only game in…

Latin America Is the World Cup’s Hottest Betting Market

A payments study finds Latin America has the strongest World Cup betting appetite of any region, with Peru, Mexico and Brazil leading the global table. The post Latin America Is the World Cup’s Hottest Betting Market appeared first on The…

French Court orders TotalEnergies to account for clients’ emissions

The four NGOs that took TotalEnergies to court said the law’s reference to prevention of environmental risks encompasses both local pollution and climate change.

As Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak rages, knowledge gaps still challenge response

LONDON, June 25 - As scientists race to understand the growing Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo, medics say knowledge gaps are still hampering detection and care for sick patients.

Did Nasa just find evidence of ancient life on Mars? Perseverance detects complex organic carbon

The SpaceX IPO set off a predictable frenzy—we look at who may lead the pack

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Where, when and how to watch the 2026 solar eclipse

This August a total solar eclipse is set to be visible across parts of Europe, while a partial eclipse will sweep across about a quarter of the planet – here’s how to catch it