The West’s Groundwater Is Being Sucked Dry
Scientists were stunned to discover just how much groundwater has been lost from beneath the Colorado River over the past 10 years.
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How Wildlife Declines Are Leading to Slavery and Terrorism
As wildlife numbers dwindle, wildlife crimes are rising—and that's fueling a raft of heinous crimes committed against humans.
How a CEO’s Fiery Battle Speeches Can Shape Ethical Behavior
CEO war speech might inspire ethical decisions internally and unethical ones among competing companies.
Modern Technology Still Doesn’t Protect Americans From Deadly Landslides
No landslide monitoring or warning systems are being used to protect vulnerable communities.
The Link Between Carbs, Gut Microbes, and Colon Cancer
Reduced carb intake among mice protected them from colon cancer.
The New Weapon Against Disease-Spreading Insects Is Big Data
Computer models that pinpoint the likely locations of mosquitoes and tsetse flies are helping officials target vector control efforts.
People Are Clueless About Placebos
Doctors know that sometimes the best medicine is no medicine at all. But how do patients feel about getting duped into recovery?
No, Walking on All 4 Limbs Is Not a Sign of Human ‘Devolution’
New quantitative analysis reveals that people with Uner Tan Syndrome don't actually walk like primates at all.
Why Didn’t California’s Handheld Phone Ban Reduce Motor Accidents?
Are handheld cell phones as dangerous as they have been made out to be?
The Upside of Economic Downturns: Better Childhood Health
For children, the benefits of being born in tough times can outweigh the costs.