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What causes tornadoes and how to decipher watches and warnings

What causes tornadoes and how to decipher watches and warnings

When severe weather hits the United States, there are ways people across the country can prepare for the potential impact of hail, rain, damaging winds and more. Tornadoes can take down power for thousands of people, cause catastrophic property damage and kill. 
by The Associated Press

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NASA and SpaceX launch astronauts to the ISS

NASA and SpaceX launch astronauts to the ISS

The arrival of the new crew will pave the way for the return of two astronauts who have been “stuck” on the station since June of last year.
by Geoff Brumfiel and Chandelis Duster

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The U.S. agency that monitors weather will cut another 1,000 jobs, AP sources say

The U.S. agency that monitors weather will cut another 1,000 jobs, AP sources say

Multiple sources tell The Associated Press that the Trump Administration is starting another round of job cuts — this one more than 1,000 — at the nation’s weather, ocean and fisheries agency. 
by The Associated Press

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Does the narwhal’s famous tusk help it catch fish?

Does the narwhal’s famous tusk help it catch fish?

Intriguing video of narwhals using their tusks to mess with fish has scientists speculating about what this behavior might mean.
by Nell Greenfieldboyce

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Watch the moon turn red during a total lunar eclipse in March

Watch the moon turn red during a total lunar eclipse in March

A total lunar eclipse will flush the moon red across the Western Hemisphere. On Thursday night into Friday morning, the Earth will cast a shadow that totally blocks the moon. Best viewing will be from North America and South America. 
by The Associated Press

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Health psychologist explains how to change your mindset and embrace winter in new book

Health psychologist explains how to change your mindset and embrace winter in new book

What’s the difference between embracing rather than merely enduring winter? In her new book, “How to Winter,” health psychologist Kari Leibowitz says it’s all about mindset.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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NASA's two stuck astronauts are finally closing in on their return to Earth after 9 months in space

NASA's two stuck astronauts are finally closing in on their return to Earth after 9 months in space

NASA's two stuck astronauts are just a few weeks away from finally returning to Earth after nine months in space. Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams spoke with reporters Tuesday from the International Space Station.
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Hoping to revive mammoths, scientists create 'woolly mice'

Hoping to revive mammoths, scientists create 'woolly mice'

Hoping to bring the giant, ancient animal back from extinction, scientists have created a far smaller woolly creature. Woolly mice have some of the key traits of mammoths, including their thick, hairy coat.
by Rob Stein

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How a groundbreaking genetics conference 50 years ago informs Minnesota research today

How a groundbreaking genetics conference 50 years ago informs Minnesota research today

The historic Asilomar Conference changed the science world forever. Kate Adamala researches genetics and cell biology at the University of Minnesota. Her work now is a direct result of what scientists talked about at their conference 50 years ago.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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