A 3D reconstruction of the woolly mammoth genome might help revive the extinct species With a skin sample from a 52,000-year-old woolly mammoth, scientists are gaining new insights into what made the animals tick. The findings could also help controversial de-extinction efforts. Rob Stein
Why do cats scratch furniture? A new study found answers A new study identifies why cats scratch the furniture and what you can do to curb that behavior. Hosts
Shark attacks are incredibly rare. But if you spot one in the water, here's what to do At least six people were injured in shark attacks in the U.S. since the July Fourth weekend. Such attacks are actually rare, but if you do encounter one, experts say to stay calm and move away slowly. Joe Hernandez
A man is caught attempting to smuggle 100 live snakes into China in his pants The man's bizarre smuggling attempt included many non-native species of snakes stuffed into his pants, according to China's customs authority. Alana Wise
Astronomers spot a mysterious black hole nestled in a cluster of stars A report from Nature shows that astronomers may have found a medium-sized black hole, a kind they've long looked for. Nell Greenfieldboyce
These monkeys were 'notoriously competitive' until Hurricane Maria wrecked their home Rhesus macaques on Cayo Santiago are known for being intolerant, hierarchical and aggressive. After 2017's Hurricane Maria destroyed their home, the monkeys' society underwent surprising changes. Ari Daniel
The physics of launching into space -- and crashing back down Humans are traveling farther into space than ever before. We look at the physics of launch – how to send something up and how it can come crashing back down. Emily Kwong
FDA approves new drug that slows cognitive decline from Alzheimer's The medication, sold under the brand name Kisunla, is only the second drug on the market aimed at slowing the progression of the debilitating neurological disease.
16 years of Bat-a-thon: Researchers met in Belize for various research on bats Dozens of bat researchers descend upon a tropical preserve in Belize, home to a diverse population of bats. Each scientist hopes to net the specific breed of bat they need to do their research. Ari Daniel