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A textbook assumption about early land vertebrates may be wrong

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A deadly fungus that can infect cats and people is spreading

By Tina Hesman Saey24 hours ago

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By Carolyn GramlingJune 17, 2026

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By Tom MetcalfeJune 17, 2026

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A popular sunscreen ingredient can finally be sold in the United States

The FDA will allow bemotrizinol in sunscreen. The chemical is long-lasting and defends against solar radiation that ages skin.

By Meghan RosenJune 12, 2026
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