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The virologist was stopped at the Detroit airport after working in Congo during a mpox epidemic. His lawyer said the material was for research.

Artificial intelligence is mastering the kinds of projects that have long helped to build the careers of young mathematicians. What does that mean for their future?

For millions of years, male great bowerbirds have wooed their mates with flowers and seeds. But in today's urban world, such humble fare may not cut it.

An auction to drill in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge ended with just 10 percent of the available land claimed for oil development.

The forthcoming order echoes President Trump's decision to repeal executive orders that have protected other public lands from vehicles for decades.

Russian astronauts prepared to make repairs on Friday morning, but after an hour and a half, officials decided no urgent action was needed.

Here's why farmers and scientists are concerned over the New World screwworm's unwelcome return to the United States.

The president announced a total of $700 million in federal money to reinvigorate the domestic coal industry, which has been in decline for decades.

He mapped the herpes simplex virus genome, revealing how it invades cells. His work also helped lay the groundwork for potential vaccines and gene therapies.

Gwynne Shotwell, the president and chief operating officer, is the adult-in-the-room foil to Mr. Musk as SpaceX prepares for a blockbuster initial public offering.