Science news this week: Physicists witness faster-than-light darkness pinpricks, humans are still evolving, and some polar bears are getting fatter than ever

Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the ...

Coral reef science must adapt for a chance to outpace climate change, say experts

Scientists call for a major acceleration in coral assisted evolution research to help reefs cope with rapidly warming oceans.
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How we came to be: Scientists get first look at the evolution of early complex animals

Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved. A massive fossil discovery in southwest China has ...