A new study knocks down a popular hypothesis about why birds sing at dawn
The reason why birds make such a racket at dawn is still unclear. But researchers are now pouring cold water on one popular idea about why.
Environment
Planning to be outside on a hot and humid day? Take these precautions
People spend a lot of time outside during hot and humid weather. Whether you're going to the beach or working your shift as a lifeguard, try these 7 proven ways to stay cool while outside.
Michigan is trying to restart a nuclear plant — something rarely if ever done
There's renewed interest in using nuclear energy to supply electricity after years of stagnation. Now, Michigan wants to restart a shut down plant. Analysts say in most cases, that won't be possible.
NPR and PBS FRONTLINE investigate why storm recovery efforts can get bogged down
Climate-related storms are becoming more frequent and severe. NPR and PBS FRONTLINE investigate the forces keeping communities from building back in a way that protects them from the next storm.
What 1,200 miles on a paddleboard taught a writer about 'blue space'
Author Dan Rubinstein paddled from Ottawa to New York City and back to understand how being near water benefits people. His book is called "Water Borne."
Goliath the Galápagos tortoise celebrated his first Father's Day and 135th birthday
Goliath had been paired with several female tortoises before, in hopes of producing a hatchling, but the process wasn't successful until earlier this month.
Radiolab celebrates 'Jaws' anniversary
To celebrate Jaws, this week WNYC's Radiolab is running a series called "Swimming in the Shadows."
Leader of top FEMA disaster coordination office resigns, as Trump moves to eliminate agency
Jeremy Greenberg was in charge of coordinating federal help after hurricanes, wildfires, earthquakes and other emergencies. He has resigned from leading FEMA's National Response Coordination Center.
Rural water systems fear cuts to funding to remove 'forever chemicals'
Rural water systems are struggling to meet the EPA's new limits on so-called forever chemicals in drinking water. Now, federal funds to help remove them are in jeopardy under the Trump administration.
Chesapeake Bay is on a rebound, but Trump's proposed budget could set it back
Chesapeake Bay is at a turning point. Once severely polluted, the bay has seen major improvements in recent years. But President Trump's proposed budget would slash key programs.