High Above, Drones Keep Watchful Eyes on Wildlife in Africa – The New York Times

What China’s latest five-year plan means for science : Nature News & Comment

Oceanography, brain science and stem cells among research fields that look set to grow. Source: What China’s latest five-year plan means for science : Nature News & Comment

California Takes Steps to Ease Landmark Law Protecting Environment

The law requires rigorous reviews of environmental fallout from construction projects, and is often invoked in lawsuits to block or delay them. California Takes Steps to Ease Landmark Law Protecting Environment