Latest articles by Devika Rao, The Week US
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6 of the most invasive plant species in the world
Under the Radar These raiders threaten biodiversity
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11 looming climate tipping points that imperil our planet
In Depth Several parts of the planet are becoming irreversibly damaged
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Celestial events to watch in 2024
The Explainer Meteor showers, eclipses and more are coming to the skies
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What happens to wildlife during a wildfire?
The explainer Flames also affect the flora and fauna
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Luck be an evolutionary lady tonight
Under the Radar Evolutionary change is sometimes as simply and unpredictable as a roll of the dice
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Kidney stones are affecting children far more than they once did
Under the radar Salt may be to blame
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HMPV is spreading in China but there's no need to worry
The Explainer Respiratory illness is common in winter
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6 volcanoes that could shut down the world
In Depth Italy's Mount Etna could be a preview of more danger on the horizon
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Walking pneumonia cases are picking up pace
The explainer Another respiratory illness to be wary of
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Why does the US fertility rate keep dropping?
The explainer Women are less eager to have children
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Mirror bacteria could pose major health risks
Under the Radar The experimental research could have dangerous impacts
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2024: the year of distrust in science
In the Spotlight Science and politics do not seem to mix
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2024: the year of extreme hurricanes
In the Spotlight An eagle eye at a deadly hurricane season
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Chocolate is the latest climate change victim, but scientists may have solutions
Under the radar Making the sweet treat sustainable
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Why the Y chromosome is vanishing and what this means for the future
The Explainer A new sex gene could be on the evolution pipeline
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The future of fluoridated water is up for debate
The Explainer The oral benefits are watery
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What is POTS and why is it more common now?
The explainer The condition affecting young women
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The most and least environmentally friendly countries
In Depth Which nations are making strides, and which are missing the mark?
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8 recent scientific breakthroughs
In Depth From green energy to medical marvels
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The pros and cons of self-driving cars
The Explainer Examining what it would mean to let AI take the wheel
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Trends in beauty standards signal a right-wing swing
In the Spotlight The new norm is modest, traditional and at home
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Extreme weather events in the last year
In Depth Warming temperatures are fodder for dangerous weather events
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All about Zealandia, the Earth's potential 8th continent
The Explainer The secret continent went undiscovered for over 300 years
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Earth's magnetic North Pole is shifting toward Russia
Under the radar The pole is on the move
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