A young bottlenose dolphin mother has adopted and is caring for a melon-headed whale calf. This unusual interspecies adoption showcases a remarkable bond in the marine world.

Researchers

A young bottlenose dolphin mother has adopted and is caring for a melon-headed whale calf. This unusual interspecies adoption showcases a remarkable bond in the marine world.

Researchers are uncertain why the dolphin chose to nurture a calf from another species, but they speculate it may be due to empathy for the orphaned whale.

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A Pew Research Center survey indicates that while highly religious Americans generally express less concern about climate change, young religious adults—including evangelicals under 30—are

A Pew Research Center survey indicates that while highly religious Americans generally express less concern about climate change, young religious adults—including evangelicals under 30—are significantly more likely to acknowledge human-caused global warming and its severity. Across U.S. college campuses, various religious groups (Christian, Jewish, Muslim) are now advocating for collective action to reduce carbon emissions.

On April 26, 2023, a panel featured young Americans from diverse religious backgrounds. They discussed how their faith informs campus activism, shared their evolving perspectives, and explored their impact – or hoped-for impact – on older generations within and beyond their traditions.

Celebrated biologist E.O. Wilson addresses a young scientist in a letter, declaring, "The world needs you, badly." Previewing his upcoming book, Wilson shares wisdom gleaned from a lifetime of

Celebrated biologist E.O. Wilson addresses a young scientist in a letter, declaring, "The world needs you, badly." Previewing his upcoming book, Wilson shares wisdom gleaned from a lifetime of experience.

He emphasizes that wonder and creativity are fundamental to a scientific life. This message was filmed at TEDMED and published on June 25, 2012.