Today in Science

Evolution

Possible “missing link” between land and water animals found. WP, NYT, BBC, LiveScience.com, Nature, CSM, USAT, CBC, FT

Bacteria seen transferring genes with each other using viruses. CSM


Climate Change

The White House is stifling government scientists’ ability to speak freely about climate change. WP

Pacific Ocean is becoming more acidic. LiveScience.com


Science

Research on mice may yield better pain relievers. WP

Researchers restore visual response in blind mice. LiveScience.com, ScienceNOW


Health

Merck loses one Vioxx case and wins another. WP

Benzene found at unsafe levels in pop. WP


Space

“Disk of dust” may tell scientists about planetary formation. CBC, CNN, USAT


Bird Flu

Bird flu has reached the UK. Reuters, BBC

Cats may carry bird flu. BBC, CNN, CBC, WP, NYT


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