In Ancient Trash Heaps, A Whale Hunting Puzzle Emerges
New DNA evidence from a 4,000-year-old archaeological site along the coast of Greenland suggests the paleo-Inuit or Saqqaq culture ate large amounts of whale. But how?
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Trump Has A Chance To Pull U.S. Out Of Climate Accord
During the campaign, the president-elect said climate change is not real, and he rejected last year's international agreement to cut greenhouse gases.
Monkeys Regain Control Of Paralyzed Legs With Help Of An Implant
Two monkeys with spinal cord injuries were able to move after a wireless implant restored the connection between brain and legs. But any help for people will be years away, researchers say.
Climate Conference Aims To Put Paris Agreement Into Action
Leaders from 195 nations are meeting in Morocco to come up with specific plans for carrying out a worldwide plan to reduce global greenhouse gas emissions.
How The Brain Powers Placebos, False Memories And Healing
Erik Vance didn't see a doctor until he was 18 years old; he grew up in a Christian Science family. As a science journalist, he explores how the mind affects the body's response to pain and disease.
Pairing Wine And Cheese? Science Says White May Be A Better Choice Than Red
A new technique that examines the evolution of taste suggests that the strong flavor of red wine may dominate the taste of some cheeses, while white varieties may be more versatile and refreshing.
Climate Change: The Forgotten Issue Of This Year's Election
Most scientists agree, climate change is perhaps the most serious issue facing our planet today. And yet, it's uniquely difficult for us to wrap our heads around. Hidden Brain explores why.
Should I Trust Wikipedia With My Health?
Some doctors lambaste Wikipedia for errors in its medical pages. But there are many physicians, science teachers and researchers working overtime to make the crowdsourced health content better.
Still Have Leftover Halloween Candy? Use It For Science!
No need to risk sugar shock, folks. We've got a whole bunch of experiments you can do with leftover candy that are possibly more fun than eating it.
Astrophysicist Takes Deep Dive Into The Science Of 'Doctor Strange'
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks to astrophysicist Adam Frank about his role as physics and philosophy adviser on Marvel's newest movie, Doctor Strange, which opened last Friday.