Whale death rays? (Not to scale) [Credit: Whale and squid, Yoni Debest. Compiled by Karina Hamalainen]
Whale death rays? (Not to scale) [Credit: Whale and squid, Yoni Debest. Compiled by Karina Hamalainen]

Is it true that sperm whales stun giant squid with sonar?

- Asks Clara in New York

 
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By Susannah F. Locke, May 12th, 2008

Appetite for Destruction

How pine beetles are threatening the boreal forest and potentially contributing to climate change.

By Eric R. Olson, May 9th, 2008

Smoking Gene

Genetics may someday help smokers decide the best way to quit.

By Karina Hamalainen, May 7th, 2008

Catching Some Rays

A new experiment uses New York City’s rooftop water tanks as cosmic ray detectors.

By Andrew Grant, May 2nd, 2008

Drinking to Your Health with Probiotic Yogurt?

More evidence in the debate over the benefits of “good” bacteria in yogurt.

By Adam T. Hadhazy, April 30th, 2008

Flowers Go Green

That conventional bouquet may not be as romantic as you think. Visit New York City’s first eco-friendly florist to find out why.

By Susannah F. Locke, April 25th, 2008