"Unprecedented": New maps show nearly all of the West is in drought
The latest government maps show 95% of California is suffering severe or extreme drought.
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Contrary to popular belief, your dog's breed won't predict behavior
The DNA of 2,155 dogs was sequenced to search for common genetic variations that could predict behavior.
Wreckage on Mars captured by NASA's Ingenuity helicopter
NASA's tiny but mighty helicopter has beamed back incredible images detailing the wreckage from its intense landing on the red planet.
Loud fireball going 55,000 mph spotted over 3 states, NASA says
The fireball disintegrated above a swampy area in Louisiana, scientists said.
California probes oil and gas companies
California's attorney general is investigating ExxonMobil and other companies for their alleged role in causing a global plastic pollution crisis — saying the industry has deceived the public about recycling for decades.
Robot lives with penguins in Antarctica
A small research robot is currently living with an Emperor penguin colony in Antarctica, providing vital information for researchers, CBS Boston reports. ECHO the robot belongs to the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and rolls around collecting data used to study marine ecosystems.
Moderna seeks vaccine authorization for young kids
Moderna has asked the Food and Drug Administration to authorize its two-dose COVID-19 vaccine for children ages 5 and under. Nancy Chen has the details.
Washington officials warn of "one of the worst invasive species on earth"
African clawed frogs — which are consuming native species — can survive in drought, freezing weather and even outer space.
Iconic species among 21% of reptiles worldwide at risk of extinction
Habitat destruction, hunting, invasive species and climate change all pose threats to reptile life, scientists say.
Rare 2,200-year-old shipwreck looted off French coast
"The losses of scientific and historical information are probably significant" as a result of the damage, officials said.
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Midterm Updates: Trump reverses course on canceling rallies
Disclosure of fired general's polygraph may have violated privacy laws
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Trump meeting freed prisoner Stephen Hubbard at the White House
Christa Pike speaks after botched execution: "Don't know what's next"
Judge opens misconduct inquiry into Trump officials in golf course case
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Internal documents show failed scramble to save "forever cruise"
Number of women in top national security roles falls under Trump
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Trump predicts Iran war will end soon as Qatar pushes for a deal
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