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Building Nests Is Hard. That’s Why Some Birds Steal. May 12, 2026
When researchers used GPS devices to monitor the nests of Hawaiian honeycreepers, they found dozens of cases of brazen avian burglary.
Sara Novak
Oregon Prepares for a Challenging Summer of Water Shortages and High Fire Risk May 12, 2026
After a warm winter that brought more rain than snow, the state’s snowpack was the lowest it has ever been.
Amy Graff, Anna Griffin and Loren Elliott
Beware of Wolves, but Straw Houses Could Help With Climate Change May 12, 2026
Near Hudson, N.Y., a Princeton University team erected a cottage made from the agricultural byproduct, which they said is more sustainable than bricks or concrete.
Hilary Howard
Trump Administration to Scrap Rule Encouraging Conservation May 12, 2026
The Biden-era measure was intended to protect millions of acres from industrial development and the effects of climate change.
Maxine Joselow
Trump Nominates Cameron Hamilton to Lead FEMA May 11, 2026
President Trump chose Cameron Hamilton to direct federal disaster response. As acting head of FEMA last year, he had opposed abolishing the agency and was ousted.
Scott Dance
As Coal Rebounds, More Toxic Mercury Is in the Air May 11, 2026
Coal-burning power plants released more mercury last year, according to an analysis by The Times. It reverses a downward trend of emissions of a metal that interferes with brain development.
Irena Hwang and Hiroko Tabuchi

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