ENVIRONMENT

Mirror life is a scientific fantasy leading to a dangerous reality − a synthetic biologist explains how mirror bacteria could conquer life on Earth

Mirror life is a scientific fantasy leading to a dangerous reality − a synthetic biologist explains how mirror bacteria could conquer life on Earth

Climate impacts are forcing people from their homes. When, how and why do they have valid refugee claims?

Climate impacts are forcing people from their homes. When, how and why do they have valid refugee claims?

Art and science illuminate the same subtle proportions in tree branches

Art and science illuminate the same subtle proportions in tree branches

NOAA’s vast public weather data powers the local forecasts on your phone and TV – a private company alone couldn’t match it

NOAA’s vast public weather data powers the local forecasts on your phone and TV – a private company alone couldn’t match it

If FEMA didn’t exist, could states handle the disaster response alone?

If FEMA didn’t exist, could states handle the disaster response alone?

The Nullarbor is riddled with wombat and rabbit warrens. Scientists are watching them from space

The Nullarbor is riddled with wombat and rabbit warrens. Scientists are watching them from space

Golf courses can be safe havens for wildlife and beacons of biodiversity

Golf courses can be safe havens for wildlife and beacons of biodiversity

Record January heat suggests La Niña may be losing its ability to keep global warming in check

Record January heat suggests La Niña may be losing its ability to keep global warming in check

Habitat restoration is a long-haul job. Here are 3 groups that have endured

Habitat restoration is a long-haul job. Here are 3 groups that have endured

Australia’s ocean surface was the hottest on record in 2024

Australia’s ocean surface was the hottest on record in 2024

Rare, almost mythical Australian tree kangaroos can finally be studied, thanks to new tech

Rare, almost mythical Australian tree kangaroos can finally be studied, thanks to new tech

What states lose if the executive order remains in place

What states lose if the executive order remains in place