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New Butterfly Species Created 200,000 Years Ago by Two Species Interbreeding Apr. 17, 2024 — Researchers have shown that an Amazonian butterfly is a hybrid species, formed by two other species ... Read More

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By The New York Times and Troy Closson Officials have had preliminary discussions about how to protect the former president in the unlikely event that he is jailed for contempt during the trial. Read More

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Animal-welfare science tries to get inside the minds of ... By Samanth Subramanian Cupid’s arrow follows a new path. By Christoph Niemann Experts and couples are challenging the conventional ... Read More

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“Nutrient sequencing” is said to regulate blood sugar. We asked experts if the science holds up. These pesky skin tears can be a huge pain. Here’s what to do if you get one, and how to ... Read More

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Since the launch of The Crossword in 1942, The Times has captivated solvers by providing engaging word and logic games. In 2014, we introduced The Mini Crossword — followed by Spelling Bee ... Read More

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or administrator interested in bringing The New York Times to your school, visit the Group Subscriptions Page. Advertisement When traditional conservation fails, science is using “assisted ... Read More

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A new map of the ... By Becky Ferreira Scientists may have discovered a major flaw in their understanding of that mysterious cosmic force. That could be good news for the fate of the universe. Read More

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New research questions the long-held theory that reintroduction of such a predator caused a trophic cascade, spawning renewal of vegetation and spurring biodiversity. President Biden announced $7 ... Read More

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Chris Hamby, an investigative reporter for The Times, may have an explanation ... cost has declined over the last couple of decades, a new report found. Yet many don’t understand how much ... Read More

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This guide can help you get started. By The Learning Network CreditClockwise, from top left: Bryan Denton for The New York Times, Ennio Leanza/European Pressphoto Agency, Alejandro Cegarra for ... Read More

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Jonah Bromwich, a criminal justice reporter at The New York Times, gives the major takeaways. The former publisher of The National Enquirer testified at Donald J. Trump’s criminal trial that he ... Read More