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Research published this month found that even in pristine, untouched areas, insect populations are still on the decline. Climate change is a likely culprit.

Stream now with the PBS app. What do fossilized leaves, an asteroid, and Florida sinkholes have in common? Dr. Kirk Johnson is Sant Director at the Smithsonian Institution, National Museum of Natural History, and has the answers. Kirk oversees one of the largest natural history collections on the planet – and he’s spent his career digging into the story of life on Earth across millions (and billions) of years.

The jumping spider pet market is booming, particularly with women. And for many, the journey to spider enthusiast began as an arachnophobe.

President Trump is meeting with his budget director, Russ Vought, about what additional cuts to make during the shutdown, and the president says his targets are partisan.

Most sunscreens protect skin from UV light but the tinted variety also block visible light. And that can be important for people with hyperpigmentation or melasma, especially those with darker skin.

This fall, New York City voters will weigh in on a proposal that could move future city elections to even-numbered years. It's part of a growing trend to consolidate election dates.

In making unsupported claims about autism, the Trump administration is "pointing the finger" at parents and making them feel guilty, says autism community advocate Colin Killick.

Join us for Family STEAM Day in Imperial Beach, a vibrant community event celebrating science, technology, engineering, art, and math with an environmental focus! Hosted by Ocean Connectors and San Diego Coastkeeper, this free, family-friendly event brings together local organizations offering interactive activities and engaging experiences for all ages. Discover the wonders of our local ecosystems during guided watershed and birdwatching walks at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m., and explore how STEAM connects with sustainability through hands-on learning and creative fun. Highlights include: Interactive STEAM booths hosted by local environmental and education organizations Guided watershed walks with birdwatching at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Pot decorating with a chance to plant native milkweed seeds and bring them home Nature-inspired activity for artists of all ages! Discounts at Trident Coffee for event attendees 10% of food and drink sales at Novo Brazil Brewing donated to a local environmental cause An opportunity drawing with exciting prizes And more Earth Day-themed family fun to be announced! Come connect with your community, explore the outdoors, and get inspired by science and sustainability! Visit: https://oceanconnectors.org/event/family-steam-day-3/ Ocean Connectors on Instagram and Facebook

More than half a million high-skilled U.S. workers are in the country through the H-1B program, which is heavily used by the big tech companies trying to curry favor with the president.

The court of appeals said 21 of 23 quotes in an opening brief were fake. State authorities are scrambling to grapple with widespread use of artificial intelligence.