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Climate change
It was the costliest six months on record for climate disasters — and almost wasn't reported
The Trump administration cut a NOAA program that tracked weather events that caused at least $1 billion in damage. A nonprofit has redeveloped the database.
Elon musk goes on a tirade after NASA says it will seek moon landers from SpaceX rivals
musk's company is behind schedule in developing its Starship rocket, while NASA's interim leader wants to put astronauts on the moon while Trump is in office.
One of the world's rarest whales grows in population in the Atlantic
The North Atlantic right whale now numbers an estimated 384 animals, up eight from the previous year, according to a report released Tuesday.
Large chunk of suspected space debris found in Australian desert
The Australian Space Agency said the object "is likely a propellant tank or pressure vessel from a space launch vehicle."
Chinese Nobel Prize-winning physicist Chen Ning Yang dies at 103
Yang, considered one of the most influential scientists in modern physics, was famous for the Yang–Mills theory he developed with Robert Mills.
Gene engineering of wild plants and animals gets nod of approval from top environmental groups
Controversial efforts to "de-extinct" archaic creatures, like the so-called "dire wolf," fall under the umbrella, as well.
Stunning micro images reveal the invisible world around us
Nikon's annual Small World competition showcases images of a world that humans can't usually see, as captured through the lens of a microscope.
More than 20 states sue EPA over canceled grants for solar power
Under the Trump administration, the EPA canceled a $7 billion program aimed at making solar power accessible to low-income households. 
As the U.S. and China race to the moon, America's hopes rest on SpaceX — and it's behind
China wants astronauts on the moon by 2030. For NASA to get back there first, it needs SpaceX to quickly complete its Starship rocket.
The world is heading to add 57 superhot days a year, but study indicates it could have been worse
Efforts to curb emissions that started with the Paris climate agreement have had a significant effect, the study found.
SpaceX completes 11th test flight of its Starship rocket
Acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy said the mission was "another major step toward landing Americans on the Moon’s south pole."
