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Adam Ratner predicts the appointment of anti-vaccine activist Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will impact vaccine availability and hesitancy: "It is much easier to scare people than to unscare them," he says.

The Trump administration has launched a $500 million project to develop a universal flu vaccine that won't need yearly updates. But vaccine experts are mystified by its focus on a dated technology.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has blamed the addition of fluoride — a common, naturally occurring mineral — for a host of health issues. The CDC says the policy has reduced cavities by some 25%.

Scientists in New Zealand believe they may have the first-ever recording of a shark making noise.

Are you a creative and curious problem solver? Spend the spring exploring with San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum! Each day of camp includes access to Museum exhibits, hands-on exploration with trained education staff, and an opportunity to make new friends. Explore the life of a bug this spring! Join San Diego Children’s Discovery Museum for a full week of outdoor exploration. Campers will enjoy learning about insects big and small through daily art and science activities. Little Explorers Camp: Ages: 4 – 5 years old Hours: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Big Explorers Camp: Ages: 6 – 8 years old Hours: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Visit: Explorer Discovery Spring Camp San Diego Children's Discovery Museum on Instagram and Facebook

More than half of American workers don't have a college degree. Is manufacturing a ticket for them to the middle class?

This month has brought a shower of new podcasts for your playlist. The NPR One team gathered a few returning favorites as well as some fresh releases from across public media.

Two studies of wild chimps point to the evolutionary roots of human language. The studies found that chimp communication often relies on rhythmic structures and call combinations.

Join us in one of our many habitat restoration projects. Your help is needed to restore precious habitats within San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve and the surrounding areas. From removing invasive plants to helping grow native plants indigenous to the area, you help nature thrive, which benefits wildlife and our communities. Nature Collective is a local conservation and science education nonprofit organization. They work to restore habitats, provide healthier waters, and increase wildlife diversity. They are dedicated to conserving the land and providing experiences for people to fall in love with nature. Family Friendly, Ages 6+ (minors with guardians); Accessible Trail Registration Required Location to be shared before the event. RSVP: https://naturecollective.org/event/volunteer-restoration-event-2025-02-15-2/

The majority of Americans without degrees still believe in the value of higher education, according to the poll. But not all college degrees are created equal.