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These epidemiological sleuths are on the case of every past, present, and future outbreak.

Here’s what you need to know this week.

Californians can benefit from better forestry practices in respect to health, economy, and tourism.

Childcare providers who took precautions while working during the pandemic didn’t have a heightened risk of catching COVID-19.

Vehicles with no one on board will follow the leader.

From scallops to sea urchins, look out for these tasty treats next time you’re by the water.

The rare moment could teach us about stellar death.

It’s almost like wearing your doctor around your wrist.

They could give us insight into the biggest kinds of explosions in the Universe.

Because rockets are much, much faster than planes.

Researchers are trying to extend the tropical storm record by looking inside ancient coastal trees.

With facial features to die for.

Paleontologist Jingmai O’Connor looks back millions of years to find hidden bridges in evolutionary history.

Early on in the pandemic, there was worry that dental offices could be a source of infection for both patients and dentists.

Masks and social distancing were crucial elements.

You don’t need specialized skills to get a hurt or stunned bird to safety.

The inside of the GE9X gets about as hot as lava. It can create 105,000 pounds of thrust. And it’s very large.

Treading lightly is especially important now.

If you get lost in the wilderness, you can use reflected light to flag down a rescue plane or helicopter.

And other bizarre facts from “The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week.”