Topic: University of New Mexico

Bend, Not Break

How a frightened, determined little girl made her way from political prisoner to CEO.

Odd meteorite could be time capsule of a wetter Mars

Scientists have analyzed a meteorite found on Earth and suggest that it could come from Mars's crust at a time when the planet was still wet and volcanically active.

Indiana Jones plot comes to life as Nazi Buddha revealed to be carved from meteorite

The Nazi-backed venture which discovered the statue set out for Tibet in 1938 in part to trace the origins of the Aryan race — a cornerstone of the Nazis' racist ideology.

Does Mars' interior hold huge reservoirs of water? Martian meteorites say yes. (+video)

Some parts of Mars' interior are as wet as that of Earth, a new study finds.

Did dinosaur 'emissions' help warm the prehistoric climate? (+video)

In a new study, scientists theorize that giant, vegetation-munching sauropods emitted nearly as much methane each year into the warm atmosphere as do all natural and industrial sources today.

Modern Parenthood Bullying: Teens take the lead as anti-bullying mentors, advocates

Bullying prevention starts with teens, and in communities around the country they are taking the lead as anti-bullying leaders, advocates, and mentors for their peers. It is an inspiring trend at a time when several high-profile teen suicides have been linked to bullying.

Meteorites in Morocco confirmed to be Martian in origin

The meteorites fell in the Moroccan desert in July and were recovered a few months later.

Los Alamos fire could become the largest in New Mexico history

Big fires have happened before in New Mexico, but scientists see a recent pattern that may be the most severe since the last Ice Age. Among the causes: fuel buildup due to fire suppression, a decline in the annual snowpack, and warmer climate.

First tea party, now tequila party – a Latino effort to get out the vote

Through rallies and concerts, the tequila party wants to mobilize Latinos to vote in record-breaking numbers in the 2012 election. A kickoff event will be held in Tucson, Ariz., on June 4.

Japan nuclear crisis: Will radioactive food reach US supermarkets?

Worry not. While Japan has banned the sale of some produce from the area near the reactors, similar contamination is highly unlikely in the US, as is the import of tainted Japanese food.

After 130 years, will Billy the Kid finally get a governor's pardon?

Outgoing New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson is considering a pardon for celebrated outlaw Billy the Kid. An informal e-mail poll shows support. But time is running out.

The Women Jefferson Loved

Who were the women in the life of Thomas Jefferson, “arguably the most revered, vexing, contradictory, complicated figure in American history”?

Study suggests humans mated with Neanderthals

A study of DNA from humans living today has found signs of Neanderthal genes, suggesting that interbreeding occurred between the two species.

Election 2009: Economic woes challenge incumbent mayors

Incumbent mayors are facing tougher-than-usual reelection bids due, in part, to a struggling national economy.

The Year Before the Flood

Music, race, politics, and history come together in this author’s examination of the year he spent in New Orleans.

Janet Napolitano, master multitasker

Homeland defense one moment, swine flu the next. She juggles the disparate needs of a cabinet conglomerate.

Fingerprints of God

NPR reporter Barbara Bradley Hagerty uses journalism’s tools to explore the intersection of spirituality and science.

Chocolate at Chaco Canyon: a ceremonial beverage heads north

Researchers study the other greenhouse gas: water vapor

By tracking specific origins of moisture, scientists can better predict regional rain and snowfall.

Some US Hispanics trace their Jewish past

They discover roots in the Sephardic Jews of Spain through DNA testing.

In New Mexico canyon, a novel way to prevent roadkill

Lobbied by concerned students, the state created a critter-friendly underpass.

Two Chinese superstars shine in Beijing – as part of Team USA

"Jenny” Lang Ping and Chow Liang, the coaches of the US volleyball team and American gymnast Shawn Johnson respectively, have returned home to great acclaim.