Olympic Victory And Defeat, Frame By Frame
The rush of victory or crush of defeat in the Olympics can flash by very quickly. But if you slow those moments down, there's a lot to learn about human behavior.
Science
Researchers Describe A New Hypothesis About Why The Female Orgasm Exists
A pair of evolutionary biologists think the female orgasm, or at least its predecessor in other animals, may have more to do with stimulating ovulation than previously thought.
With Zika in Miami, What Should Pregnant Women Across The U.S. Do?
Federal health officials are cautioning pregnant travelers to avoid a Miami neighborhood where at least 14 cases of Zika have been traced to local mosquitoes. What about the rest of Florida?
This Spanish Farm Makes Foie Gras Without Force-Feeding
A farmer in Spain makes foie gras from wild geese who gorge themselves naturally on acorns and olives. New York chef Dan Barber describes tasting it as "the best culinary experience of my life."
Crime In The Fields: How Monsanto And Scofflaw Farmers Hurt Soybeans In Arkansas
A new type of genetically engineered crop is tempting farmers to use a weedkiller illegally. The illicit chemical use has damaged nearby crops and provoked conflict among neighbors.
A Soldier-Scientist's Insights Expand Understanding Of Brain Injuries
Harvard researcher Kit Parker put his academic career on hold to serve in the Army in Afghanistan. When he returned from war, he made a discovery that changed our understanding of brain injuries.
Thousands Of Firefighters Battle Massive Big Sur Blaze
After more than a week, a 38,000-acre wildfire on the California coast is still growing, and authorities warn it could burn through August even after it is contained.
Meet Your Aquatic Swimming Mates: Invertebrates
In the latest installment of the summer's What's Bugging You series, Page Howarth, curator of invertebrates at the San Diego Zoo, takes us on a tour of the aquatic bug world.
From 'The Water's Edge To The Cutting Edge': Fish Skeletons, CT Scans And Engineering
Professor Adam Summers is a "fish guy." He uses fish to get engineering ideas. His latest project is to CT scan every type of fish — all 33,000 of them.
2,200-Year-Oly Mummy Shows Unhealthy Ancient Egyptians
A 2,200 year old mummy that recently went on display in Israel turned out to be a pretty unhealthy guy.