Sudden oak death fears scotched
The devastating sudden oak death disease is not to blame for the demise of about 200 trees, say scientists. news.bbc.co.uk
Car crashes deadlier for younger teenagers
Children in their early teens are more likely to be killed in a car accident than younger children are, a new U.S. study finds. iht.com
Link to Global Warming in Frogs’ Disappearance Is Challenged
A new research paper argues that the die-offs of harlequin frogs reflect the spread and repeated introductions of the chytrid fungus but questions the link to climate change. nytimes.com
Dedicated satellite for Vietnam
Vietnam takes a major step into the space age with the launch of its first telecommunications satellite. news.bbc.co.uk