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Cropping Africa’s wet savannas would bring high environmental costs

With the global population rising, analysts and policymakers have targeted Africa's vast wet savannas as a place to produce staple foods and bioenergy groups...

Catalyst destroys common toxic nerve agents quickly

Scientists have developed a robust new material, inspired by biological catalysts, that is extraordinarily effective at destroying toxic nerve agents that are a threat...

Universal public drug coverage would save Canada billions

Canada could save $7.3 billion annually with universal public coverage of medically necessary prescription drugs, researchers say. Canada is the only developed country with...

Smithsonian’s National Zoo Asks Public to Name Andean Bear Cub Brothers

The Smithsonian's National Zoo is inviting the public to name two rambunctious and charismatic 18-week-old male Andean bear cubs. Starting today, March 16, fans...

Itineraries: Gulf Airlines’ Expansion Sets Off a Row in the U.S.

While airports and other interests welcome new service from the airlines Emirates, Etihad and Qatar, domestic airlines charge unfair competition. ...

Kendrick Lamar on His New Album and the Weight of Clarity

With “To Pimp a Butterfly,” a challenging 75-minute story of “survivor's guilt,” Mr. Lamar is doubling down on the concept album.

Kendrick Lamar on His New Album and the Weight of Clarity

With “To Pimp a Butterfly,” a challenging 75-minute story of “survivor's guilt,” Mr. Lamar is doubling down on the concept album.

Kendrick Lamar on His New Album and the Weight of Clarity

With “To Pimp a Butterfly,” a challenging 75-minute story of “survivor's guilt,” Mr. Lamar is doubling down on the concept album.

Richard III remains sealed in coffin

Richard III's remains are sealed in a coffin in preparation for his reinterment at Leicester Cathedral later this month. ...read...

On Baseball: Angels Root for Josh Hamilton’s Return, but Don’t Depend on It

The Angels have learned to thrive without the best version of Josh Hamilton, whose latest drug-related relapse has further clouded his future.