Coronavirus can steal sense of smell. Here's what that's like
Mounting evidence links COVID-19 to olfactory loss, bringing attention to anosmia, a condition that can impact everything from taste to memories to intimate relationships.
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Megadrought in western U.S. could be the worst in 1,200 years
"We're on the same trajectory as the worst prehistoric droughts," the researchers say.
White House rolls back Obama-era EPA rule that curbed toxic pollutants
The rule compelled America's coal plants to cut back emissions of mercury and other human health hazards, something the EPA chief said was regulatory overreach by the Obama administration.
White House rolls back Obama-era EPA rule that curbed toxic pollutants
The rule compelled America's coal plants to cut back emissions of mercury and other human health hazards, something the EPA chief said was regulatory overreach by the Obama administration.
Star dancing around supermassive black hole proves Einstein right
After studying the star for nearly 30 years, astronomers have once again proven Albert Einstein's theory of relativity.
Space station crew returns to world changed by coronavirus
They face an extended quarantine due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
U.S. judge cancels permit for stretch of Keystone XL pipeline
Judge Brian Morris said the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers failed to adequately consider effects on endangered species such as pallid sturgeon, a massive, dinosaur-like fish that lives in rivers the pipeline would cross.
Scientists observe brightest star explosion ever seen
Astronomers believe the star was at least 100 times the mass of the sun.
GM and Ventec executives discuss ventilator production
"I have to think this is one for the record books," General Motors CEO Mary Barra said when asked if the automaker had ever undertaken such a large project this quickly.
Anti-vaxxers spread fear about future coronavirus vaccine
As scientists race to develop a vaccine to protect against COVID-19, some outspoken voices of the anti-vaccine movement are already seeking to undermine their efforts.
ICE crackdown prompts some Texas Latinos to turn away from Trump
DOJ sues to block Alaska Senate certification if Sullivan loses
2 ex-FBI officials charged with lying about Hunter Biden's laptop
Intel Democrats on how they'll react if Trump alleges election meddling
Israel vows major West Bank operation after attack kills 2 troops
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Trump's U.N. ambassador says Iran war could drag on for another year
Judge allows Jane Doe anonymity in Cornell sexual assault lawsuit
Trump lifts tariffs on some Canadian goods in boon to Sen. Susan Collins
