A worm that survived 46,000 years in permafrost wows scientists
Aug 1, 2023 A nematode found deep in frozen sediment has proven its ability to survive extreme environments long term. Scientists studying the species say their work could inform the protection of other animals.
Tribes and dairy farmers made a model renewable energy program. It’s about to get even better
Jul 21, 2023 Dairy digesters capture the methane that comes from cowmanure and other organic waste as it decomposes.
'Hospital-at-home' trend means family members must be caregivers — ready or not
Jul 18, 2023 Hospital-at-home programs are for people sick enough to need the attention a hospital provides, but stable enough to be cared for at home.
An otter in Santa Cruz is hassling surfers — and stealing their boards
Jul 13, 2023 An aggressive sea otter in California is hassling locals by riding boards she stole from surfers in the lineup.
AZPM Presents The Buzz Live in Douglas, Arizona
Jul 3, 2023 Join us for a discussion of water usage in Southern Arizona. Monday, July 10 at 5:30 p.m.
Researchers found a rare octopus nursery off the coast of Costa Rica
Jul 3, 2023 Scientists working off the coast of Costa Rica say they've discovered the world's third known octopus nursery.
Don't get the jitters — keep up a healthy relationship with caffeine using these tips
Jun 21, 2023 When consumed responsibly, caffeine can offer health benefits.
Federal Indian boarding schools still exist, but what's inside may be surprising
Jun 6, 2023 The schools were tools of the U.S. government's attempts to erase tribal culture. But the few that remain have become places Native families want their children to attend.
Watch Live: Biden gives remarks on raising of debt ceiling after negotiations with GOP
Jun 2, 2023 Friday at 4pm
What we know about the health risks of ultra-processed foods
May 25, 2023 The tasty snacks and frozen meals you grab when you're busy are often packed with sugar, fat and a list of unpronounceable ingredients. But how bad are they for you? Scientists are trying to find out.
California, Arizona, Nevada offer landmark drought deal to use less Colorado River water — for now
May 22, 2023 The plan would conserve an additional 3 million acre-feet of water through 2026, when current guidelines for how the river is shared expire.
Remembering America's first social network: the landline telephone
May 10, 2023 Young tech nerds in Seattle are trying to preserve the mysterious machines — many of them almost lost forever — that made America's landline telephone system work before the age of computers.
This star ate its own planet. Earth may share the same fate
May 4, 2023 For the first time, astronomers have caught a star in the act of swallowing a planet, providing a glimpse into how the sun may eventually eat up Earth.
EXPLAINER: What might Colorado River cuts mean for states?
Apr 15, 2023 In recent years, an imbalance between the river’s flows and how much water users are promised has forced federal officials to consider steps never taken before.
Check out the deepest-swimming fish ever caught on camera
Apr 6, 2023 The unknown snailfish speicies, of the genus Pseudoliparis, was recorded swimming in the Izu-Ogasawara Trench near Japan at a depth of 8,336 meters - or more than 27,000 feet down.
The Buzz: What a UA report says about last year's deadly on-campus shooting
Mar 31, 2023 The report released earlier this week offers insights into where breakdowns happened and what can be done to prevent future failures.Selected Archive Filters
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