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@the-independent.com US science and climate correspondent
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Nominal deorbit burn for Crew-9. Re-entry coming up...

Thanks to @juliaelenamusto.bsky.social at @the-independent.com for covering our recent publication! 🔬 We need this kind of broad-scale research to understand why some lakes are more vulnerable than others to climate-driven changes 🌍🧪 www.the-independent.com/climate-chan... #Climate #Science ⚒️

Global sea level rose faster than expected last year alarming scientists Last year saw an “unexpected” amount of sea level rise globally, with a rate of rise of nearly 1/4 of an inch per year, compared to an expected rate of 0.17 inches. @juliaelenamusto.bsky.social buff.ly/b10ukKM

Global sea level rose faster than expected last year alarming scientists Last year saw an “unexpected” amount of sea level rise globally, with a rate of rise of nearly 1/4 of an inch per year, compared to an expected rate of 0.17 inches. @juliaelenamusto.bsky.social buff.ly/f5uuUoI

SpaceX launch to send new crew to space station and rescue astronauts who have been stuck for months is called off

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Trump’s team wants vaccines to stop bird flu. RFK Jr. says it could turn ‘flocks into mutation factories’

Could microplastics be fueling antibiotic resistance? Researchers at Boston University said Tuesday that they were “shocked” to see that bacteria’s antimicrobial resistance is strengthened when exposed to the tiny plastic particles.

More cuts are coming for NOAA. Two former officials told me today that the agency was already understaffed before layoffs hit. @the-independent.com www.independent.co.uk/news/science...

Cicadas are a science journo's dream. They're mysterious, periodical, funny-looking, benign, everywhere... www.independent.co.uk/news/science...

Spring weather forecast: Above-average temperatures expected globally as La Niña fades While a return to neutral is expected in the coming months, natural climate events are occurring alongside human-driven climate change that’s turning up the heat. @juliaelenamusto.bsky.social buff.ly/Cys1KiZ

Pete Hegseth says the Defense Department doesn’t ‘do’ climate change despite being one of the largest polluters

NASA lays off top scientist and deputies as it implements DOGE’s job cuts that will see hundreds leave space agency

NASA scientists: Please let me know if you would care to talk with me!

Myrtle Beach area resident accused of starting blaze in fire pit that sparked large-scale forest fire

"‘Stand up’: Scientists launch major protest against ‘devastating attacks’ by Trump administration" via @juliaelenamusto.bsky.social for @theindependent.bsky.social: www.the-independent.com/news/science...

Breast cancer deaths rates for older women have been declining for years. Not anymore

Over the last 25 years, 20 percent of America’s butterflies have vanished. Will they soon be gone?

Los Angeles County claims Southern California utility’s equipment started deadly Eaton Fire in new lawsuit

Sea otters help recover the kelp forests they depend on. Now scientists know how

Carolina fires UPDATES | Officials warn containment may take days as new wildfire erupts in North Carolina

Carolina wildfire map: North and South Carolina under increased fire danger as strong winds threaten region

I spoke with @protectparks.bsky.social @protectnps.bsky.social about cuts to the National Park Service, and what they could mean heading into warmer months. @the-independent.com www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a...

Scientists react to ‘stupid’ NOAA firings with more on the way: ‘It’s just utter cluelessness.' NOAA layoffs drew swift rebuke from scientists and politicians, who say move could devastate country’s ability to respond to extreme weather events. @juliaelenamusto.bsky.social buff.ly/6fxxvQO

Scientists react to ‘stupid’ NOAA firings with more on the way: ‘It’s just utter cluelessness. It’s malevolence’

I spoke with @tdiliberto.bsky.social about the NOAA cuts today. He will be sorely missed - as will countless others who are affected by the layoffs. Their work has helped to keep Americans safe. @the-independent.com www.independent.co.uk/news/science...

HHS Sec. Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., said Wednesday that there had been two deaths associated with the measles outbreak in West Texas. Following his remarks, the Texas Department of State Health Services told @the-independent.com that it was aware of one. www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...

Taking melatonin can help lower the risk of cancer for some who use the sleep medicine, scientists say.

ICYMI: I spoke with @birdallianceoregon.bsky.social to discuss the fate of the northern spotted owl without the critical individuals who monitor the threatened species www.independent.co.uk/news/world/a... @the-independent.com

Space fight! Elon Musk and famed astronaut trade online insults over ‘stuck’ crew

BREAKING | NASA telescope captures the most detailed glimpse yet of the black hole in the middle of our galaxy

Two-thirds of Americans still believe climate change is impacting the Earth, despite what Trump contends

Bird flu is continuing to impact U.S. consumers. But, these states aren’t testing livestock for the virus:

State Farm wants to hike insurance rates in California by 22% just weeks after fires tore through LA