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Scientists capture video of female sperm whales working together during birth to protect calf

Scientists capture video of female sperm whales working together during birth to protect calf

  • ADITHI RAMAKRISHNAN AP Science Writer

Scientists have captured rare footage of a sperm whale giving birth, offering a window into the large mammals' behavior.

New studies of old dogs help scientists understand where they came from

New studies of old dogs help scientists understand where they came from

  • ADITHI RAMAKRISHNAN Associated Press

Using the oldest dog genes studied so far, scientists are finding more evidence that our furry friends have been our companions for thousands of years.

RFK Jr. makes food sound like a miracle drug, but researchers say he often overstates the science

RFK Jr. makes food sound like a miracle drug, but researchers say he often overstates the science

  • ALI SWENSON and JONEL ALECCIA Associated Press

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has claimed diet can "cure" schizophrenia and diabetes and allow people to rid themselves of bipolar disorder. Researchers say the comments overstate current evidence.

A 3-limbed Kemp's ridley sea turtle is now being tracked at sea by satellite

A 3-limbed Kemp's ridley sea turtle is now being tracked at sea by satellite

  • CODY JACKSON and FREIDA FRISARO Associated Press

A Florida sea turtle hospital is getting help from space to monitor animals they've rehabilitated. 

NASA astronaut suddenly couldn't speak in space. He says medical scare remains a mystery

NASA astronaut suddenly couldn't speak in space. He says medical scare remains a mystery

  • MARCIA DUNN Associated Press

Four-time space flyer Mike Fincke said he was eating dinner Jan. 7 after prepping for a spacewalk. Then, he couldn't talk.

Watch: Rare moment sperm whales help newborn to swim

Watch: Rare moment sperm whales help newborn to swim

  • ASSOCIATED PRESS, PROJECT CETI

Scientists have captured one of the most detailed observations of a sperm whale birth ever recorded in the wild. This rare insight shows how the deep diving marine mammals reproduce and interact socially.

MS: SEA TURTLES RELEASED INTO GULF OF MEXICO

MS: SEA TURTLES RELEASED INTO GULF OF MEXICO

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    NASA Unveils Plan To Build $20B Permanent Moon Base

    NASA Unveils Plan To Build $20B Permanent Moon Base

      NASA is revamping its space exploration approach with new plans to send humans back to the Moon and establish a permanent base. Over the next decade, the space agency intends to spend billions of dollars on what one official called “humanity’s first deep-space outpost.” Speaking at NASA’s “i…

      Judge's ruling halts momentum of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda

      Judge's ruling halts momentum of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda

        The ruling could energize Kennedy's supporters to fight back, or provide cover for the administration to leave vaccines behind.

        Is spring really — finally — here?

        Is spring really — finally — here?

          It's far from clear if the weather is planning to cooperate, but spring arrives — technically, at least — Friday.

          Photos from the 2026 Iditarod sled dog race

          Photos from the 2026 Iditarod sled dog race

            How Trump and RFK Jr.'s policies are driving doctors to politics

            How Trump and RFK Jr.'s policies are driving doctors to politics

              Why some doctors say they felt a “moral call” to run for office

              Judge stops RFK Jr. childhood vaccine overhaul after medical groups sue

              Judge stops RFK Jr. childhood vaccine overhaul after medical groups sue

                A federal judge has blocked Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s changes to the nation’s childhood vaccine schedule.

                Spring is coming but the weather didn’t get the memo

                Spring is coming but the weather didn’t get the memo

                  Technically, spring arrives Friday during the vernal equinox.

                  Local News

                  Photos: Arizona drops Purdue in the Elite Eight 79-64

                  Photos: Arizona drops Purdue in the Elite Eight 79-64

                  The Wildcats erase a halftime deficit to drop the Boilermakers and head to the Final Four, winning the West Regional 79-64, San Jose, Calif., March 28, 2026.

                  U of A museum features oft-censored work by local feminist artist

                  U of A museum features oft-censored work by local feminist artist

                  A new University of Arizona exhibit highlights the bold, often censored work of artist Bailey Doogan, known for her raw depictions of aging and the human body. Despite ongoing controversy, her legacy continues to spark conversation about beauty, identity and feminism.

                  Arizona Daily Star on this date: March 29

                  Arizona Daily Star on this date: March 29

                  See the A1 covers from the past for this day in history.

                  Thousands take part in 'No Kings' protests in Tucson

                  Thousands take part in 'No Kings' protests in Tucson

                  Thousands in Tucson joined “No Kings” protests Saturday across the U.S. and in Europe. 

                  State & Regional

                  Arizona unveils wildfire-spotting cameras in what could be a severe fire year

                  Arizona unveils wildfire-spotting cameras in what could be a severe fire year

                  PHOENIX — State fire officials unveiled a new network of cameras using artificial intelligence in hopes of spotting wildfires before they get too big.

                  Gov. Katie Hobbs says she is open to a temporary Arizona gas-tax suspension

                  Gov. Katie Hobbs says she is open to a temporary Arizona gas-tax suspension

                  Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs says she is willing to consider a temporary suspension of the state's 18-cent-a-gallon gas tax to help drivers dealing with high prices.

                  NAU fraternity leader charged with hazing

                  NAU fraternity leader charged with hazing

                  A fraternity pledge master at Northern Arizona University has been indicted on suspicion of felony hazing in connection with the death of student in January after a night of drinking at a rush event.

                  Arizona governor vetoes naming freeway section after Charlie Kirk

                  Arizona governor vetoes naming freeway section after Charlie Kirk

                  PHOENIX— Arizonans won't be driving on the Charlie Kirk Loop 202. 

                  Nation & World

                  Pakistan says it will host US-Iran talks, while Iran warns US ground troops would be 'set on fire'

                  Pakistan says it will host US-Iran talks, while Iran warns US ground troops would be 'set on fire'

                  Pakistan’s foreign minister says Islamabad will soon host talks between the U.S. and Iran. Ishaq Dar did not specify Sunday whether the talks would be direct or indirect.

                  Nestlé says 413,793 KitKat candy bars stolen en route from Italy to Poland

                  Nestlé says 413,793 KitKat candy bars stolen en route from Italy to Poland

                  "Whilst we appreciate the criminals' exceptional taste … cargo theft is an escalating issue for businesses of all sizes," KitKat said.

                  Syria: Missile launched by Iran towards Israel visible over southern Syria.

                  Syria: Missile launched by Iran towards Israel visible over southern Syria.

                  SHOTLIST: DARAA, SYRIA (MARCH 29, 2026) 1. VARIOUS OF MISSILE IN SKIES OVER SYRIADARAA, SYRIA - MARCH 29, 2026: A missile launched by Iran in retaliation for US and Israeli attacks was seen in the skies over southern Syria’s Daraa. Since Feb. 28, the US and Israel have carried out an air off…

                  Scientists capture video of female sperm whales working together during birth to protect calf

                  Scientists capture video of female sperm whales working together during birth to protect calf

                  Scientists have captured rare footage of a sperm whale giving birth, offering a window into the large mammals' behavior.

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                  As water lifeline evaporates, Arizona faces a cultural change over water use

                  As water lifeline evaporates, Arizona faces a cultural change over water use

                  Thousands take part in 'No Kings' protests in Tucson

                  Thousands take part in 'No Kings' protests in Tucson

                  Tim Steller's column: Credibility lost along with water in serious Tucson leak

                  Tim Steller's column: Credibility lost along with water in serious Tucson leak

                  Crime

                  23 photos from inside the Macon County Jail through the years

                  23 photos from inside the Macon County Jail through the years

                  Check out the inside of the Macon County Jail through photos from the Herald & Review archives. More archive photos at herald-review.com.

                  Wellsville man accused of giving drugs to Pharaoh's witness faces new charges

                  Wellsville man accused of giving drugs to Pharaoh's witness faces new charges

                  A new indictment has added two kidnapping and six witness tampering charges against an Allegany County man under federal investigation since a government witness in the Pharaoh’s strip club case turned up dead in his home.

                  Prosecutors say Wellsville man tampered with government witnesses

                  Prosecutors say Wellsville man tampered with government witnesses

                  Assistant U.S. Attorney Nicholas Cooper told a judge that his office intends to file witness tampering charges against Simon P. Gogolack 39, of Wellsville.

                  Wellsville man accused of giving drugs to Pharaoh's witness who died

                  Wellsville man accused of giving drugs to Pharaoh's witness who died

                  A Southern Tier man with a history of drug-related charges has become entangled in the FBI’s probe into the death of a government witness in the Pharaoh’s strip club case.

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                  The 7th Grade Math Wall: Why Middle School Is Where America's STEM Pipeline Breaks

                  Provided content. Research shows that 7th grade is the tipping point at which students either stay on track for STEM or fall permanently behind. Here's the data. 

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                  How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

                  How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

                  Affiliate. Learn how to buy WLFI Token in this step by step guide for beginners. 

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                  Crime

                  Tucson man clipped with cocaine load in mobile barbershop gets prison

                  Tucson man clipped with cocaine load in mobile barbershop gets prison

                  A Tucson man stopped in a mobile barbershop carrying nearly 13 pounds of cocaine has been sentenced to five years in prison, state prosecutors say.

                  Third teen arrested in double-killing at Tucson park

                  Third teen arrested in double-killing at Tucson park

                  Three teens have now been arrested in connection with a double killing that occurred in December at a Tucson park, police said.

                  Tucson middle school teacher, assistant coach arrested on sexual exploitation charges

                  Tucson middle school teacher, assistant coach arrested on sexual exploitation charges

                  A Tucson middle school teacher and girls high school assistant basketball coach has been arrested on suspicion of 10 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor.

                  Savannah Guthrie set to return to 'Today' in April

                  Savannah Guthrie set to return to 'Today' in April

                  Savannah Guthrie will return next month to NBC’s “Today,” two months after her 84-year-old mother's apparent abduction from her Tucson home.

                  Politics

                  Pima County deputies collaborated with border agents, ACLU alleges

                  Pima County deputies collaborated with border agents, ACLU alleges

                  Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos has assured the public his deputies don't collaborate with federal immigration authorities. But a recent court filing in an ongoing lawsuit highlights several incidents in which local deputies called Border Patrol after interacting with Spanish speakers who we…

                  As water lifeline evaporates, Arizona faces a cultural change over water use

                  As water lifeline evaporates, Arizona faces a cultural change over water use

                  Out in the Avra Valley, about 30 miles northwest of Tucson, a wide swath of water pours down a fenced-off canal about 80 feet wide.

                  Arizona unveils wildfire-spotting cameras in what could be a severe fire year

                  Arizona unveils wildfire-spotting cameras in what could be a severe fire year

                  PHOENIX — State fire officials unveiled a new network of cameras using artificial intelligence in hopes of spotting wildfires before they get too big.

                  Gov. Katie Hobbs says she is open to a temporary Arizona gas-tax suspension

                  Gov. Katie Hobbs says she is open to a temporary Arizona gas-tax suspension

                  Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs says she is willing to consider a temporary suspension of the state's 18-cent-a-gallon gas tax to help drivers dealing with high prices.

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