Science
The call of the wild is getting harder to hear
Human activities — such as roads, development, and mining and logging operations — are drowning out the natural soundscape in almost two-thirds of U.S. protected areas, according to a new study published in Science.
Science
Going for $1 an ounce: The burgeoning trade in mothers' milk
Mothers are donating or selling extra breast milk, which can help fragile newborns.
Local
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Minnesota beekeepers win a round against EPA on insecticide approval
Federal judge rules agency should consider impact of new pesticides on endangered species.
Local
Trump overhaul of EPA science panel worries U prof. who leads it
The sudden overhaul of a key advisory panel at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency sends a worrisome signal that science will take a back seat to industry under the Trump administration, according to a respected University of Minnesota scientist who chairs the panel.
We've got less than 100 years to find Planet B, Stephen Hawking says
Remaining on Earth any longer, Hawking claims, places humanity at risk of a mass extinction. Oh, and have a nice weekend.
Science
Study: Lowering sodium intake doesn't reduce blood pressure
Study questions long-held belief, says Americans eat healthy amount of salt.
Science
Using new questions, U clinics probe for domestic partner violence
The University of Minnesota is studying a more deliberate approach to identify patients who might be hesitant or afraid to admit to abuse.
Minneapolis
Hundreds turn out in Minneapolis for march opposing Trump administration's policies on climate
Local demonstrators gathered to protest Trump's policies.
East Metro
Ramsey energy company finds perfect pairing in bees, solar panels
Bee-friendly plants will nurture hives at Connexus Energy site, and honey is the reward for subscribers and others.
Science
A new worry for smokers' families: 'Thirdhand smoke'
A recent study found high levels of nicotine on the hands of children of smokers, raising concerns about the nicotine and chemical residue left behind from cigarette and cigar smoke.
Science
Costly to cure, hepatitis C on the rise in Minnesota
The Minnesota Department of Health identified 51 new hepatitis C infections last year, the highest annual number since at least 1998.
Nation
Spacecraft flies between Saturn and its rings in historic 1st
NASA's Cassini spacecraft ventured Wednesday into the never-before-explored region between Saturn and its rings.
St. Paul
At least 10K gather at Capitol for Minnesota's March for Science
At least 10,000 people walked to the Minnesota State Capitol on Saturday to champion the role of science in American life. While organizers billed the event as nonpartisan, it pressed for scientific research in the face of Trump administration rhetoric and cutbacks.
Science
How to survive a 250-day flight to Mars? Mayo tests an answer
Considering that astronauts on a mission to Mars will face almost a year of confinement, stress and boredom, an extra bag of peanuts isn't likely to cut it.
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