Environment Could All That Ash From the Thomas Fire Be Making Temperatures Drop? A reminder that wildfires have wide-ranging and surprising effects. Francie Diep
Economics Graphic Anti-Smoking Ads May Backfire New research finds that, for particularly vulnerable teens, they may be counterproductive. Tom Jacobs
News in Brief Trump Reportedly Watches Four-Plus Hours of TV a Day. Science Says That’s Not a Great Idea. Pacific Standard checks out the studies. Francie Diep
Environment In a Future With More Wildfires, There Will Also Be More Smoke Here's what individuals and communities can do to protect themselves. Francie Diep
Environment The Hazards of Breathing Wildfire Smoke A conversation with an atmospheric chemist about the health risks posed to Californians by smoke from the Thomas Fire and Creek Fire. Richard E. Peltier
News in Brief Have We Reached Peak Human? French researchers conclude we have reached the pinnacle of our physical ability. Tom Jacobs
Social Justice Can a Credit Card-Sized Monitor Help India Battle Its Heart Disease Epidemic? Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in India. Neha Rastogi's portable electrocardiogram wants to end that. Dinsa Sachan
News in Brief Science Suggests You Can Live Longer by Getting a Dog New research suggests canine companions are good for your health, particularly if you're single. Tom Jacobs
News in Brief Is Telemedicine a Remedy for Rural America’s Opioid Epidemic? Remote treatment options make addiction care more accessible, but it's no panacea for the opioid epidemic. Jamey Lister
News in Brief Trendy Diets Are Nothing New Quick slim downs, cleanses, celebrity diets, and all the other diet fads have been around for a lot longer than you'd think. Melissa Wdowik