Scientists watch sperm whales work as a team to assist a birth An unprecedented look at the birth of a sperm whale found that mother and calf were supported by other whales throughout the process. Nathan Rott
Why scientists are studying pythons for clues about human health and longevity A group of researchers says these pythons may hold secrets that could help us live longer and better.
Trump's attacks on offshore wind could hurt infrastructure spending across the economy President Trump has tried to kill offshore wind's future in the U.S. But industry analysts say the attacks could hurt business confidence across the U.S. economy. Michael Copley
Bee survey finds dozens of species new to Washington state Washington’s first statewide survey of bees has found dozens of species new to the state. John Ryan
Asia boosts coal use as Iran war squeezes global LNG supplies Analysts say coal may stabilize supplies for now but they warn that continued reliance on the polluting fuel will worsen air pollution. The Associated Press
This week's Short Wave news roundup NPR's Short Wave team talks about a wildflower's ability to adapt to climate change, the grooming habits of birds, and the social lives of sharks. Emily Kwong
New autism group meets to counter MAHA's 'ideological agenda' Autism experts plan to convene in Washington Thursday to propose a research agenda at odds with the one endorsed by the Trump Administration. Jon Hamilton
These roaches form exclusive long-term relationships after eating each other's wings Salganea taiwanensis, a kind of wood-feeding cockroach, may engage in what's known as pair bonding, a new study finds. Ari Daniel
Bringing marine life back to South Florida's 'forgotten edge' Seawalls are great at protecting property and people. A new nature-inspired seawall add-on is trying to make them better at protecting marine wildlife too. Nathan Rott
Donations to science often avoid scrutiny. Jeffrey Epstein used this to his advantage Billions of dollars are invested in science every year through philanthropy, with little legal or public scrutiny. Jeffrey Epstein utilized this to cultivate scientists and launder his reputation. Katia Riddle