Life Briefing: Scientists found a protein that drives brain aging — and how to stop it Strategic angle: A new study reveals the role of the FTL1 protein in brain aging and potential interventions. Editorial Staff Apr 5
Life Briefing: Rice’s whales predate modern humans. Now Trump could make them extinct Strategic angle: The US has invoked national security to remove protections for the endangered cetacean, of which only about 50 are left. Editorial Staff Apr 5
Life Briefing: These rock-climbing fish can shimmy up a 50-foot waterfall Strategic angle: New research from the Democratic Republic of Congo offers a behavioral and anatomical portrait of a species that can achieve surprising athletic feats. Editorial Staff Apr 5
Life Briefing: Artemis II toilet acts up again as astronauts speed toward the moon to break Apollo 13's record Strategic angle: Now more than halfway to the moon, the Artemis II astronauts prepared for their historic lunar fly-around to push deeper into space than even the Apollo astronauts. Editorial Staff Apr 5
Life Briefing: How Paris swapped cars for bikes – and transformed its streets Strategic angle: Under outgoing mayor Anne Hidalgo, the French capital added bike lanes, cut traffic and reclaimed public space, but not without resistance. Editorial Staff Apr 5
Life Briefing: Mars dust storms are sparking electricity and rewriting the planet’s chemistry Strategic angle: Mars may look like a quiet, dusty world, but it’s actually buzzing with hidden electrical activity. Editorial Staff Apr 5
Life Briefing: NASA finalizes science plans for Artemis 2 lunar flyby Strategic angle: NASA's science team outlines key observations for astronauts during the upcoming lunar mission. Editorial Staff Apr 5
Life Briefing: Scientists discover hidden gut signals that could detect cancer early Strategic angle: A new study reveals that gut bacteria and metabolites may hold the key to detecting serious digestive diseases earlier and more easily. Editorial Staff Apr 5
Life Briefing: Scientists built a quantum battery that breaks the rules of charging Strategic angle: A working prototype of a quantum battery utilizes quantum physics for energy management. Editorial Staff Apr 5
Life Briefing: AI makes rewilding look tame—and misses its messy reality Strategic angle: Humans have always imagined the natural world. From Ice Age cave paintings to the modern day, we depict the animals and landscapes we value—and ignore those we don't. Editorial Staff Apr 4
Life Briefing: Insects in the tropics are already near their heat limits. Climate change could push many beyond survival Strategic angle: Insects, comprising up to 90% of all animal species, face critical survival challenges due to rising temperatures in tropical regions. Editorial Staff Apr 4
Life Briefing: Two's company: Scientists identify new class of star remnants Strategic angle: Research reveals a new category of stellar remnants that challenge previous understandings of star evolution. Editorial Staff Apr 4
Life Briefing: Atlas 5 launches Amazon Leo satellites Strategic angle: An Atlas 5 launched the latest set of satellites for Amazon’s broadband constellation as the company seeks to accelerate deployment. Editorial Staff Apr 4
Life Briefing: Bilby boom: breeding trial to reintroduce species to Mallee Cliffs national park shows signs of success Strategic angle: Fifty ‘founder’ bilbies were released in fenced breeding area in 2019 with the aim of establishing first wild population there in a century. Editorial Staff Apr 4
Life Briefing: Thermal justice: New report examines threat of extreme heat, suggests culturally informed policies Strategic angle: Extreme heat kills more people in the U.S. each year than hurricanes, floods, and tornadoes combined. Editorial Staff Apr 4
Life Briefing: NASA Answers Your Most Pressing Artemis II Questions Strategic angle: The first crewed test flight under NASA’s Artemis program is underway. Editorial Staff Apr 4
Life Briefing: Humans' closest invertebrate ancestors date back much further than thought Strategic angle: New research reveals that the origins of human ancestors among invertebrates extend back millions of years earlier than previously believed. Editorial Staff Apr 4
Life Briefing: Humor helps older adults navigate aging, research suggests Strategic angle: Humor plays a vital role in helping older adults cope with the challenges of aging and staying socially connected, according to new research. Editorial Staff Apr 4
Life Briefing: A simple ECG test could flag racehorses at risk of exercise arrhythmias Strategic angle: A quick heart trace taken during a warm-up trot could identify racehorses at risk of cardiac arrhythmias during high-intensity exercise. Editorial Staff Apr 4
Life Briefing: How we came to be: Scientists get first look at the evolution of early complex animals Strategic angle: Newly discovered fossils have given scientists their first real glimpse of when Earth made a crucial transition from simple life forms to complex creatures. Editorial Staff Apr 4