The Polar Vortex Is Causing Startling ‘Frost Quakes.’ Here’s the Science Behind Them

Weather that feels like it’s -50° F outside is unnerving enough on its own. But for some midwesterners trapped in an icy polar vortex this week, those…

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The World’s First Malaria Vaccine Was Approved by the WHO

On Oct. 6, the World Health Organization recommended use of the first vaccine to fight malaria. The decision is momentous and highly anticipated for many reasons: among…

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