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Here's Why You Shouldn't Take Antibiotics for a Sinus Infection

Not only is it almost always useless—it puts everyone else in jeopardy.

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| Tue Apr. 23, 2013 3:00 AM PDT
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Our Dangerous Mix of Climate Change and Resource Scarcity

Demand for oil, water, and other resources will soon outpace supply.

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| Mon Apr. 22, 2013 2:08 PM PDT
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Should You Take a Probiotic?

The popular supplements might be more about marketing than beneficial microbes.

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| Mon Apr. 22, 2013 3:30 AM PDT
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Are Happy Gut Bacteria Key to Weight Loss?

Imbalances in the microbial community in your intestines may lead to metabolic syndrome, obesity, and diabetes. What does science say about how to reset our bodies?

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| Mon Apr. 22, 2013 3:00 AM PDT

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This Is Your Body on Microbes

Meet the complex bacterial ecosystems instrumental to a healthy body.

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| Mon Apr. 22, 2013 3:00 AM PDT
The Deepwater Horizon debacle began three years ago tomorrow.

Why Is the Toxic Dispersant Used After BP's Gulf Disaster Still the Cleanup Agent of Choice in the US?

A new report by the Government Accountability Project damns the coverup of Corexit's truly disastrous effects.

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| Fri Apr. 19, 2013 10:33 AM PDT
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Snowshoe Hares Can't Keep Up With Climate Change

The hares change fur to match the seasons, but a new study suggests climate change may outrun them.

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| Tue Apr. 16, 2013 3:04 AM PDT

Will Monsanto Ties Influence Nutritionists' Stance on GMOs?

Conflicts of interest at the top dieticians' group could undermine its effort to weigh in on genentically modified food.

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| Sat Apr. 13, 2013 3:00 AM PDT

That Sustainable Seafood Label May Be Fishy

Up to 35 percent of all fisheries labelled "sustainable" may not be, according to a new report.

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| Fri Apr. 12, 2013 3:06 AM PDT

Al Gore Is Fat, Therefore Global Warming Doesn't Exist

When conservative pundits write about climate change, they're more likely to mention Al Gore than science.

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| Thu Apr. 11, 2013 3:00 AM PDT
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"I May Be a Republican. I'm Not an Idiot."

A solar energy-loving California mayor goes out on a political limb by citing science.

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| Tue Apr. 9, 2013 8:19 AM PDT
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The Worst Wildlife Disease Outbreak Ever in North America Just Got Way Worse

White-nose syndrome—the fungus decimating North American bats—has just been found in the lagest wintertime hibernation cave of endangered gray bats.

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| Tue Apr. 9, 2013 3:01 AM PDT
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Obama Administration: Don't Worry, We'll Only Drag Small Asteroids Toward Earth

An administration official confirms a super-safe $100 million plan to have NASA abduct an asteroid and tow it into lunar orbit.

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| Mon Apr. 8, 2013 9:54 AM PDT

5 Ways Biotech Is Changing Our Pets and Wildlife

Talking about brave new beasts with Emily Anthes, author of the new book "Frankenstein's Cat."

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| Mon Apr. 8, 2013 3:00 AM PDT
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Watch: Crack-Up of Sea Ice in the Arctic Ocean

Young, thin sea ice in the Arctic this winter meant storms were more damaging to the fragile ice cap.

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| Fri Apr. 5, 2013 3:12 AM PDT

6 Amazing Ways Animals Show Compassion

Renowned primatologist Frans de Waal argues that our own sense of morality can be traced back to our primate relatives.

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| Fri Apr. 5, 2013 3:00 AM PDT
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Invasive Crab Restoring Cape Cod's Dwindling Salt Marshes

A fascinating whodunnit from the emerging field of historical ecology, complete with plot twists and red herrings.

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| Mon Apr. 1, 2013 4:02 PM PDT
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One Weird Trick for Getting Republicans to Care About Climate

New survey results suggest that with the right spin, even Republicans can be convinced to support climate action.

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| Wed Apr. 3, 2013 3:00 AM PDT

EPA to Study Flame Retardant Chemicals. Finally.

Chemicals linked to cancer and neurological impairment will get an in-depth look. It's about time.

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| Fri Mar. 29, 2013 9:26 AM PDT
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How Fracking Causes Earthquakes, the Animated GIF

Hint: It's the wastewater, not the drilling. Check out this awesome, edifying GIF.

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| Thu Mar. 28, 2013 12:59 PM PDT