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Warm spring weather and global warming: If only scientists could be so persuasive

Warm spring weather can help convince Americans that global warming is happening and a problem. But scientists must change the way they talk about this subject. They must leave their ivory towers and learn to speak about climate change in a language that people understand.
Chapter & Verse
How to read "Area 51"

Interested in picking up Anne Jacobsen's "Area 51"? Before you do, let me offer some advice.
Don't ignore climate skeptics – talk to them differently

More scientific data won’t convince doubters of climate change. But reframing the debate as one about values could make a difference.
In Pictures: Space photos of the day: Voyager
Jack White waxes nostalgic in bid to reconnect fans to music

Rock star and entrepreneur Jack White hopes his back-to-the-future approach to producing music will generate more creative, inspired recordings.
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UFO over Chinese airport [VIDEO]

UFO Over Chinese Airport, Texas chupacabra sightings: Extraordinary claims call for extraordinary evidence.
First life on Earth was protected by a thick haze

The results help solve a longstanding mystery called the faint young sun paradox.
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Skeptical about skepticism

It's easy to dismiss fringe beliefs like UFOs and Bigfoot. But a true skeptic questions even conventional wisdom.
As Climate Change debate wages on, scientists turn to Hollywood for help

Politicians and the public question global climate change evidence, so scientists look to Hollywood and websites for a new voice. Lights, camera, science!
Classic review: Hugging the Shore

Updike as critic: versatile, diligent, erudite, entertaining.
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Light pollution harms not just stargazers

It throws wildlife out of whack and diminishes public safety.
What Is Life?

Even today, when scientists are close to creating life in their labs, its definition remains elusive.
Books: 'What is life?'

Even today, when scientists can create life in their labs, the question remains.