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Amy McKeever

Why even fully vaccinated older people are at high risk for severe COVID-19

25 October 2021. By Amy McKeever

COVID-19 is linked to new diabetes cases—but long-term problems could be more severe

15 October 2021. By Amy McKeever

Environment and Conservation

Why climate change is still the greatest threat to human health

10 September 2021. By Amy McKeever

Meet the creatures of the night sea

10 September 2021. By Amy McKeever

Why some COVID-19 infections may be free of symptoms but not free of harm

1 September 2021. By Amy McKeever

India’s crisis shows how oxygen is a vital medicine not everyone can access

6 May 2021. By Amy McKeever

In Venezuela, a quest for sainthood offers proof of miracles

4 May 2021. By Amy McKeever

How virus variants get their confusing names—and how to make them better

23 April 2021. By Amy McKeever

We still don’t know the origins of the coronavirus. Here are 4 scenarios.

6 April 2021. By Amy McKeever

Did ancient primates walk alongside T. rex? New evidence backs up theory.

25 March 2021. By Amy McKeever

10 unforgettable images from our Year in Pictures issue

23 March 2021. By Amy McKeever

What can the faces on its currency tell us about a country?

16 March 2021. By Amy McKeever

These 50 animals are in peril. Here’s how you can help.

3 March 2021. By Amy McKeever

Should you get the COVID-19 vaccine while pregnant? Here's what experts say.

8 February 2021. By Amy McKeever

A brief history of the inaugural ceremonies – and their traditions

20 January 2021. By Amy McKeever

Here’s how scholars interpret ‘treason, bribery, or other high crimes and misdemeanours’

12 January 2021. By Amy McKeever

The U.S. Capitol’s turbulent history of bombings, assassination attempts, and violence

7 January 2021. By Amy McKeever, David Beard

Why do we have Christmas trees? The surprising history behind this festive tradition.

21 December 2020. By Amy McKeever

Here’s what happens if a U.S. president refuses to leave office

20 November 2020. By Amy McKeever

Why Velociraptors are among the most misunderstood dinosaurs

18 November 2020. By Amy McKeever