Los Angeles Times • 2026-02-25

Deadly bird flu found in California elephant seals for the first time

Researchers at UC Davis say news they've dreaded since 2023 has come to pass: California's elephant seals have been infected with H5N1 bird flu.

The New York Times • 2026-02-20

How Antarctica turns your world upside down.

Now back on land in New Zealand, Raymond reflects on the two-month expedition in The World newsletter.

The New York Times • 2026-02-19

How is this research funded?

One your most frequently asked questions, answered.

The New York Times • 2026-02-18

Meet the captain.

His name is Kim Gwang-heon and he has more than 40 years of seafaring experience.