SCIENCE

We examine the past with Ilan Stavans new book, "Lamentations of Nezahualcóyotl," and check out Barnard's star with Mr. Universe.

After 5 years since the WHO declared a global pandemic, we head to UMass to learn about viruses. And, we talk through the program of this year's Massachusetts Multicultural Film Festival.

We wander over to WANDER Berkshires, learn about the new book, "In Defiance," that highlights the work of underappreciated abolitionists and explore the cosmos with Mr. Universe.

We kick off maple season at Ioka Valley Farm and explore the cosmos with Mr. Universe.

Ice dams are the visible result of roof heat loss compounded by the insulating effects of snow.

Salt may be quickest when it comes to keeping roads and sidewalks clear of ice. But at this point of a snowy winter, a shortage in the Northeast has some looking for help and other materials.

A federal judge is set to hear arguments this week on the Trump administration's order to slash "indirect costs" for NIH grants. Scientists in Massachusetts and elsewhere say health advancements would suffer greatly.

Most adult male baboons are aggressive and live apart from females, other than when mating. But not the Kinda baboon according to a new study led by scientists at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. A few theories explain why male Kindas seek out and have long-term relationships with females.

We hear about the Lift Every Voice lecture series to celebrate Black American culture, CHD's fundraiser for Big Brothers, Big Sisters and continuing federal funding cuts with Mr. Universe.

We learn about the positive impacts of improv with Happier Valley Comedy, get some local audio history with a new documentary exploring the life of peacemakers Wally and Juanita Nelson and explore life beyond earth with Mr. Universe.