Bird Flu Strikes California Elephant Seals for the First Time

Thirty seals, primarily weaned pups, have died since late last week, scientists said.

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BBC and BAFTA Say They Are Investigating After Broadcast of Racist Slur

The awards organization and the broadcaster have ordered separate investigations into what led to airing the slur, which was shouted involuntarily during Sunday’s ceremony.

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Leader of Columbia Brain Institute Quits Over Friendship With Epstein

The Nobel laureate Richard Axel is not accused of wrongdoing but called his association with Jeffrey Epstein a “serious error in judgment.”

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Susan Leeman, 95, Dies; Explored How the Brain Influences the Body

In an era of overt sexism in the sciences, she made two major discoveries, including identifying a neuropeptide later linked to chronic pain syndromes and migraines.

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From Sundance Director to Head of Film Forum

Tabitha Jackson sees an opportunity to develop the next generation of cinephiles at the Greenwich Village art-house cinema.

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15 States Sue H.H.S. Over Revisions to Vaccine Schedule

Federal health officials have pared back the number of shots recommended for children. The states, led by Democrats, say the changes were not based on science.

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Russell Brand Pleads Not Guilty to Further Rape and Sexual Assault Charges

The YouTuber, actor and comedian had already pleaded not guilty to five other charges of sexual assault in Britain.

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