Forgotten 1938 fusion breakthrough: Los Alamos physicists have recreated Arthur Ruhlig’s original DT fusion experiment, proving his century-old insight still shapes modern fusion research — find out how past physics is powering tomorrow’s energy.
Melting ice triggers volcanic threats: Scientists warn that as glaciers retreat worldwide, pressure release beneath ice-covered volcanoes could spark more frequent, explosive eruptions and feed a dangerous warming feedback loop — find out.
Breakthrough infant malaria drug: Coartem Baby, approved by Swiss authorities and in Ghana, is poised for approvals in eight African nations within 90 days, delivering the first tailored treatment for newborns — find out how this could save tiny lives.
Long COVID’s critical lessons: Despite cuts to federal offices and wavering funding, NIH’s RECOVER initiative has built unprecedented infrastructure to study post-viral syndromes—and experts say these insights could reshape our response to the next pandemic — find out what.
Guaranteed income gains momentum: Americans are pushing beyond traditional 401(k)s, with 93% in a May poll saying they’d feel more secure converting part of their savings into a steady monthly paycheck. Experts warn that while 401(k)s offer flexibility, they alone can’t guarantee lifelong income — find out what this means for your retirement.
Neither 65 nor 67: The full retirement age is 66 years and 8 months through early September, then rises to 66 years and 10 months later this year — find out what this means for your benefits.
Major food recalls pile up: Oscar Mayer, Ritz, Hormel, Aldi and Costco have pulled bacon, beef stew and peanut butter crackers over Listeria, contamination and allergy mislabels — find out the full list.
Solar power’s breakout moment: In the past two years, renewables have surged from niche to mainstream—solar now outpaces coal-fired capacity, meets the majority of new global electricity demand, and is reshaping energy security from California to China — find out how it’s transforming our world.
Home insurance on shaky ground: New analysis shows nonrenewal rates climbing fastest in disaster-prone counties, pushing homeowners into costlier policies or no coverage at all — find out why.
Post-truth crisis in science: Emotion-driven narratives now overshadow scientific evidence—fueling anti-vaccine myths, climate denial, and GMO bans that threaten global health, economies, and democracy — find out how to recognize and counter it.
Asteroid deflection got trickier: A new study reveals that DART-ejected boulders flew off in clustered, sideways blasts—carrying more momentum than expected and potentially tilting Dimorphos’s orbit— find out what it means for future planetary defense.
EU-US trade deal limbo: The July 9 deadline came and went without a framework, but Trump hints a letter this week could break the deadlock — find out what’s next.
Other national stories this week
- Quitting antidepressants triggers surprising long-term symptoms
- ER tick bite visits near record levels
- Income dropped in May as payouts shifted
- Ultra-processed foods linked to chronic disease risks
- Nissan recalls 444K vehicles for engine failures
- Coastal winds carry sewage microplastics into cities
- Scientists relocating frequently start Nobel work sooner
- Earth spins faster on three summer days
- SpaceX launched Starlink mission with 28 satellites
