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Russian Hacking Group Fancy Bear Is Back
One of two groups linked to attempts to influence the 2016 presidential election has set its sights on the U.S. Senate and the Winter Olympics.
Jeff Nesbit Jan. 18, 2018
A Wealth of Information as Cassini Spacecraft Fell
The spacecraft was directed to plummet to the surface of Saturn after 13 years in space, and gathered data along the way down.
Jeff Nesbit Nov. 15, 2017
Is the NFL Being Truly Transparent About Brain Injuries?
49ers linebacker Chris Borland, who left the game over concerns about brain damage, is still advocating for science.
Jeff Nesbit Nov. 6, 2017
What Comes After Propaganda?
It’s a tactic that Hitler used as he came to power, and the polls show that it still works.
Jeff Nesbit Oct. 26, 2017
Blinded Without Science
The lack of a science advisor -- the longest gap for the post in American history -- is having terrible consequences for the victims of natural disasters.
Jeff Nesbit Oct. 19, 2017
Mueller Probably Has Trump's Tax Returns
As the special counsel's probe continues, actions point to access to the president's closely held financial information.
Jeff Nesbit Sept. 18, 2017
Could a Butterfly Bring Down Trump's Wall Plans?
The Center for Biological Diversity is taking the Trump administration to court over its plans for a wall with Mexico because of how it might impact endangered species.
Jeff Nesbit Sept. 5, 2017
AI Is Getting Better, What Does That Mean?
Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg are on opposite ends of the artificial intelligence debate.
Jeff Nesbit Aug. 1, 2017
AIDS Is Still a Global Crisis
More than 30 million people across the globe have the disease, and while medication is helping, there are still many hurdles to overcome.
Jeff Nesbit July 25, 2017