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

Dr. Francis Collins is leaving the National Institutes of Health, where he served as director from 2009 to 2021. The agency is facing cutbacks and restrictions under the Trump administration.

Amid tariff confusion, online vendors are looking to recruit new customers.

What can take your fun day at the science center to the next level? Genius in the House! This event brings brainiacs from biology, art, engineering, mathematics and more to the Fleet to enhance the exhibit experience. You'll have the chance to chat with the genius and ask questions. Explore themes from our exhibitions in ways that are both insightful and delightful. Celebrating 100 Years Scripps Research is celebrating 100 years of groundbreaking achievements, and we are excited to bring the celebration to our exhibit floors with hands-on activities hosted by Scripps Research scientists! Celebrate their anniversary and World Science Day for Peace and Development with over 30 scientists from Scripps Research on Sunday, November 10, from 12–4 p.m. Get ready for awesome hands-on activities, including DNA models from gummy candies, trying on real laboratory protective gear and learning to use a micropipette. Explore their groundbreaking research and learn more about who they are and why they love their life-changing work. Scripps Research has been at the forefront of biomedical research since its founding in 1924 by visionary philanthropist Ellen Browning Scripps. Committed to unraveling the intricacies of the human body and translating their discoveries into tangible global impact, Scripps Research scientists have not only expanded the boundaries of scientific understanding but have played a pivotal role in the development of over 15 FDA-approved medicines that have impacted the lives of countless individuals worldwide. Scripps Research is committed to taking its legacy into the future by continuing to unlock life's greatest scientific mysteries. Take your fun day at the Fleet to the next level in this special Genius in the House.

The reduction in force comes along with a reorganization of the Department of Health and Human Services, consolidating 28 divisions to 15.

Gene therapy and mindfulness training show promise for America's epidemic of chronic pain. Can they provide the relief of opioid medication without side effects and addiction?

Whale Watch Weekend and Intertidal Life Festival, sponsored by the Cabrillo National Monument Foundation, celebrates the annual gray whale migration, visible from the western overlooks at Cabrillo National Monument - San Diego’s only national park. This 2-day event brings together scientists, nonprofits, authors, park rangers and other experts presenting on an array of topics including marine mammal acoustics, ocean conservation strategies, environmental sciences and more. Visitors can enjoy guided tours, live animal interactions, themed crafts, and activities for all ages. Join us to learn about the importance of our oceans and for the chance to spot Pacific grey whales journeying south past Cabrillo National Monument. Become a Cabrillo National Monument Foundation member event and receive a special thank-you gift. The event is free to attend with your National Park pass or required entry fees. Visit CNMF.org for more information. Cabrillo National Monument Foundation on Facebook / Instagram

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has laid off thousands of workers since January. Current and former CDC staff members are grappling with uncertainty about both their futures and public health.

Why can't we remember when we were babies? Scientists who scanned infants' brains found that they do make memories. The findings suggest these memories may still exist, but are inaccessible to us.

Artificial intelligence has revolutionized the virtual world. But reality bytes.