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The 10 most popular NOVA stories of 2019

We’ve counted down our ten most-read articles of 2019 and found that health and medicine, physics—and of course animals—were fan-favorite topics this year.




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Experiencing Extremes: Plunging into Polar Pasts with NOVA to Reveal Future Climates

NOVA Labs Intern Chloe Nosan reflects on her experience working on the platform's newest resource on global climate change: The Polar Lab.




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NOVA Resources for At-Home Learning




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NOVA Marathons: Space & The Universe

Six episodes exploring the vast, mysterious, and powerful universe we live in.




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NOVA Marathons: Planet Earth

Six episodes exploring our unique and awe-inspiring planet.




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NOVA Marathons: Animals

Five episodes exploring the companionship, communication, and amazingness of animals.




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Take a Virtual Field Trip with NOVA Education

Join NOVA on three virtual field trips this month in celebration of Earth Day and Environmental Education Month.




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NOVA Marathons: Health & Medicine

Five episodes exploring the fascinating science and innovations in health and medicine.




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First Ride: Newmen's Advanced SL A.30 Carbon Fiber Wheelset



Best known for their aluminum products, Newmen's new carbon fiber wheelset is aimed at enduro riders.
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Fire forces more than 1,000 people to evacuate homes in Florida panhandle

Wildfires brought evacuations in the Florida panhandle.




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94-year-old ex-French president Valéry Giscard d’Estaing accused of sexual assault

France's former 94-year-old president Valery Giscard d'Estaing is accused of sexually assaulting a German reporter.




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Cead ón Vatacáin Ospidéal Naomh Uinseann a bhronnadh ar an Stát

Tá cead tugtha ag an Vatacáin d'ord Siúracha Cráifeacha na Carthannachta Ospidéal agus tailte Naomh Uinseann i mBaile Átha Cliath a bhronnadh ar an Stát trí chomhlacht dar teideal Grúpa Sealbhaíochta Cúram Sláinte Naomh Uinseann.




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Editorial: Hey, anti-vaxxers, are you ready to get your shots yet?

With coronavirus on the rampage, perhaps the people who don't believe in vaccinations will rethink their irresponsible position.




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Editorial: How do we keep coronavirus from ravaging L.A.'s homeless encampments?

Los Angeles wants to move thousands of homeless people inside. But is crowding indoors actually less dangerous than letting them stay on the streets?




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Editorial: Caltrans is sitting on vacant houses during a pandemic? Put homeless families in them immediately

Amid a public health emergency, it's unconscionable for California to allow dozens of state-owned homes to stay empty.




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Marcus Morris' debut comes in Clippers' record-setting rout of Cavaliers

In a 133-92 blowout win, the Clippers dealt Cleveland its largest margin of defeat at home in Cavaliers history as Marcus Morris had several highlight plays.




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Clippers to work out forward Evan Turner

The Clippers planned to work out forward Evan Turner on Saturday as they search for players to fill the team's open roster spots.




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Best Game Ever: Paul George punctuated playoff win with devastating dunk

Paul George was in his third season in the NBA when he led the Indiana Pacers to a win over LeBron James' Miami Heat in Game 2 of the conference finals.




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Ralph Lawler returns early from vacation to 'a different world'

Ralph Lawler discusses what it's like to see the NBA season suspended, a promising Clippers season put on hold, and the world change while on vacation.




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Vanessa Bryant 'devastated' by allegations that deputies shared Kobe crash photos

The Los Angeles Times first reported allegations that deputies were sharing graphic crash photos. Vanessa Bryant's lawyer has asked for an investigation.




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Anthony Davis' big second half helps Lakers prevail over Bucks

Lakers star Anthony Davis was held to five points in the first half because of foul trouble but scored 25 points and had eight rebounds after halftime.




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Markazi: Clippers, not the Celtics, have become Lakers' most-hated rival

The Clippers have surpassed the Celtics in terms of being the Lakers' biggest and most-hated rival in the eyes of some fans. The teams play again on Sunday.




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Plaschke: After being pushed around by Clippers, Lakers prove they can beat their rivals

LeBron James and the Lakers proved on Sunday that the team is capable of beating their crosstown rivals in the playoffs this season.




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Sportsbooks continue to undervalue the Lakers against good teams

Lakers have covered nine of of their last 11 games. They are also way up for the season against the spread.




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Vanessa Bryant shares Instagram post on Kobe's farewell anniversary

Vanessa Bryant took to Instagram on Monday, the fourth anniversary of Kobe's 60-point farewell game, to share some heart-wrenching thoughts about late husband.




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Vanessa Bryant wishes Kobe a happy 19th wedding anniversary on Instagram

Vanessa Bryant celebrated the anniversary of her wedding to her late husband Kobe by posting a photo and a heartfelt message on Instagram.




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The resumption of NBA season might rely on protocols not yet available

Before NBA play can resume, a number of medical protocols should be in place to protect players, staff and arena workers. Medical experts say that is a problem.




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Plaschke: Magical Lakers season could vanish not only without a title, but without a trace

LeBron James and Anthony Davis enjoyed a magical season together. In a summer lost to the coronavirus, no team loses more than the Lakers.




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Amid coronavirus shutdown, NBA hasn't given up on salvaging the regular season

The NBA continues to review its options for resuming play, and that includes some form of finishing the regular season ahead of the playoffs.




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Craig Naivar joins Clay Helton's staff as USC's new safeties coach

Craig Naivar is named safeties coach at USC, where he will rejoin defensive coordinator Todd Orlando, with whom he worked at Texas and Houston.




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Former Vanderbilt quarterback Mo Hasan transferring to USC

Former Vanderbilt quarterback Mo Hasan announces on Twitter he is transferring to USC, bolstering the Trojans' quarterback room with some needed depth.




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USC takes advantage of Arizona's cold shooting to get key win

Onyeka Onkongwu scored 11 points, including a three-quarters court shot, and grabbed 10 rebounds as USC gave its NCAA Tournament hopes a boost with a 57-48 victory over Arizona.




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Kyle Sturdivant leans on his USC basketball family as he grieves for his father

USC guard Kyle Sturdivant knows the grief for his father won't fade anytime soon, even as he returns to the game he and his father once bonded over.




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USC freshman Kyle Sturdivant is entering the NCAA transfer portal

Kyle Sturdivant is entering the NCAA transfer portal after having to mourn the death of his father in the middle of his freshman season at USC.




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Op-Ed: For an alcoholic, virtual recovery meetings are not only possible; they have some advantages

Dispatch from the pandemic: Times of stress can be life or death for a recovering alcoholic or addict




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Op-Ed: My family is separated by coronavirus. But with far-flung loved ones, the world doesn't seem so vast

Dispatch from the pandemic: Circumstances have forced my family to practice extreme social distancing




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Op-Ed: Sheltering in place with lemons, guavas and a tiny backyard crucifix

I've been doing my part to keep an eye on my older neighbors, which helps calm my own feelings of fear and helplessness.




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Op-Ed: Predictions about where the coronavirus pandemic is going vary widely. Can models be trusted?

A model predicts COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. will drop to zero by June. Another suggests without a vaccine, the coronavirus will be with us for years.




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Trump's pick for spy chief, Rep. John Ratcliffe, poised for approval after Senate hearing

Rep. John Ratcliffe (R-Texas) appears on track for confirmation as director of national intelligence after a Senate Intelligence Commitee hearing Tuesday.




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Small, Private Colleges Get Boost From Coronavirus Relief Funds

Congress set aside $350 million to help colleges with "significant unmet needs" related to the pandemic. Most of that money has gone to small schools that serve just a fraction of U.S. students.




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Anti-Vaccination Activists Join Stay-At-Home Order Protesters

Among those rallying against state shutdown orders are anti-vaccination activists. They see these protests as a way to form political alliances that promote their movement.




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How The Approval Of The Birth Control Pill 60 Years Ago Helped Change Lives

Before the pill was approved by the FDA on May 9, 1960, there were few contraceptive options available to young women. It revolutionized family planning and the sex lives of millions of Americans.




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U.K. Airlines, Airports Fear 'Devastating Impact' Of Possible Quarantine Rules

Trade groups expect the British government to roll out new coronavirus travel restrictions on Sunday, including a quarantine for out-of-country arrivals. And they're already pushing back publicly.




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Elliott: NHL observations: Other teams hope to emulate St. Louis Blues' remarkable turnaround

The Blues surged in the second half of last season to win the Stanley Cup, but it's tough to say whether another team can replicate their revival.




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NHL observations: Poised reaction by Ducks medical personnel saved Jay Bouwmeester's life

Blues defenseman Jay Bouwmeester went into cardiac arrest during a game against the Ducks on Tuesday. Ducks medical personnel helped save his life.




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NHL observations: Kings and Ducks among teams getting early jump on trade deadline

Tyler Toffoli, Alec Martinez and Kyle Clifford, who all won two Stanley Cups with the Kings, and Ondrej Kase from the Ducks were among veterans traded.




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NHL observations: David Ayres achieves the dream thanks to one of hockey's quirks

David Ayres' meteoric rise into the sports limelight shows how unusual hockey's backup goalie procedures work in today's billion-dollar sports.




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NHL observations: Players try to stay busy at home during coronavirus pandemic

Players are trying to find creative ways to keep themselves busy during the coronavirus outbreak that has put the NHL season on pause.




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Colorado Avalanche player tests positive for COVID-19

A player on the Colorado Avalanche has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus, making him the third NHL player known to have tested positive for the novel coronavirus.




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A second Colorado Avalanche player tests positive for COVID-19

The four NHL players known to have tested positive all faced the Kings at Staples Center in the last few days before the NHL suspended play March 12.