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The output from an automated ABI 373 DNA sequencer that the Human Genome Project used to determine the complete human DNA sequence. Undated image.

How studying Indigenous genetic data can lead to a more inclusive future

Genome scientist and UC San Diego professor Keolu Fox uses genomic studies to decode Indigenous history, from migratory patterns to disease in these communities.

Austropsopilio cyngneus is harvestman arachnid, native to the island of Tasmania. It's mistaken by some viewers as a sea creature. Undated photo

New entomologist for The Nat uses macro photography to study his specimens

San Diego’s Natural History Museum hired an entomologist who uses macro photography to show what his bugs and arachnids look like up close and personal.

President Joe Biden delivers remarks on the 75th anniversary of NATO at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium, Tuesday, July 9, in Washington.

San Diego Reps. Scott Peters, Mike Levin call on Biden to drop out of presidential race

Rep. Scott Peters, D-San Diego and Rep. Mike Levin, D-Oceanside, joined a growing group of Democrats on Thursday calling on President Joe Biden to drop out of the presidential race.

Boeing's Starliner capsule lifted off from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla. on Wednesday. It's the first time the capsule, powered by an Atlas V rocket made by United Launch Alliance, has flown people. Two NASA astronauts are on board for a day-long trip to the International Space Station. This test flight is years behind scheduled and billions of dollars over budget.

After long delays, Boeing's Starliner capsule and crew launch into space

After years of delay, Boeing's Starliner is flying people for the first time with two NASA astronauts heading to the International Space Station. The rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral, Fla.

Rapamycin may slow aging. Here's one way the drug will be tested

Longevity researchers are taking a generic drug they think may help extend people's lives. Now a dentist is testing if rapamycin stops gum disease — a canary in the coal mine for age-related diseases.

Scholars Susan Ashbrook Harvey, left, and Robin Darling Young became "sworn siblings" after an ancient ritual at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem.

How two good friends became sworn siblings — with the revival of an ancient ritual

Thousands of years ago, there was a ceremony to bind close friends together as sworn siblings. Could the practice be resurrected today to strengthen modern friendships? Two women did just that.

Ellen Burstyn returns as Chris MacNeil, a character she created 50 years ago, for "The Exorcist: Believer."

'The Exorcist: Believer' won't make any converts

Director David Gordon Green explains why he wanted to take on 'The Exorcist' franchise.

Little Explorers Winter Camp: Explore the World Through Art

Join us this winter as we discover new ways that art impacts our world. We invite all budding artists ready for new challenges and problem solving as we complete daily art and science activities. January 2 - 5 Ages: Entering Kindergarten-entering 3rd Grade (4 - 8 years old) Registration: Members- $240 | Non-members: $280 Last day of registration: December 19 Stay Connected on Social Media! Facebook | Instagram | X/Twitter

A Northern Spotted Owl flies after a mouse jumping off the end of a stick in the Deschutes National Forest near Camp Sherman, Ore. To save the spotted owl from potential extinction, U.S. wildlife officials are embracing a plan to deploy trained shooters to kill almost a half-million barred owls that are crowding out their smaller cousins.

To save spotted owls, officials plan to kill a half-million of another owl species

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service strategy is meant to prop up declining spotted owl populations in Oregon, Washington and California by killing barred owls that have encroached into their territory.

Sen. J.D. Vance of Ohio shakes hands with former President Donald Trump during a rally in Delaware, Ohio in 2023. Vance has ties to tech billionaires who are endorsing his vice presidential nomination.

Five things to know about J.D. Vance’s ties to tech billionaires

Vance, who has become a darling to the Silicon Valley elite, made inroads in tech and venture capital circles during a stint in San Francisco. Now, Vance is tapping that network to supercharge the Trump re-election bid.

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