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Madalyn Wright
Madalyn is a reporter based in Sacramento, California. Madalyn has three degrees in journalism, gender studies and ethnic studies and is currently studying journalism with a minor in sustainability at Arizona State University.
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Ancient whale may take the lead for world’s largest animal
The massive mammal is shaking up the evolutionary timeline and could even dethrone the blue whale.
New research shows spots on monarch butterflies help them migrate
The butterfly's iconic colors protect them on their 2,500-mile migration journey.
Study shows overfishing is killing off reef shark populations
The global shark fin trade is a $400 million industry that kills up to 100 million sharks annually.
New research gives insight into African megafauna declines
Humans aren’t the only factor nudging them toward extinction.
Scientists find beer byproduct used in famous Danish art
Scientists found rye, wheat, buckwheat and barley in works by the "father of Danish painting."
Researchers say Australian bushfires triggered rare climate event in North America
A new study ties the record setting flames in Australia in 2019 to a multi-year La Niña.
Davis serial stabbing suspect pleads not guilty
A motive for the stabbings — two fatal and one life-threatening — that terrorized the community of Davis, California, for a week, remains unknown.
New lizard-inspired pill could help regulate appetite
The ingestible device could help individuals suffering from cancer, eating disorders and more.