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Updated February 10, 2026
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Can Wonky Cell Signals Help Track Wildfire Smoke?

A hazy atmosphere makes data ricochet all over the place. Now scientists think they can use that signal to better predict dangerously smoky air.
by Matt Simon, Atlas Obscura
Researchers hope to better understand how calves communicate with their mothers.

Pandemic Quiet Means We Can Eavesdrop on Rare Australian Dolphins

Researchers are hoping to use the opportunity to get a better handle on their language.
by Ronan O'Connell, Atlas Obscura
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See the Winning Cakes From Melbourne's Architectural Baking Contest

The city's iconic buildings inspired some monumental desserts.
by Matthew Taub, Atlas Obscura
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