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U.S. Catholics Invigorated By Pope Francis' First Year

By Nathan Rott

Published December 25, 2013 at 4:37 AM EST

Nathan Rott

Nathan Rott is a correspondent on NPR's National Desk, where he focuses on environment issues and the American West.

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Sound can be a useful tool for scientists monitoring wildlife populations. But what if you're trying to monitor species in a raging river? A new tool helps cut through all of the noise.
How free-ranging bison are reshaping Yellowstone's grasslands

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A new study finds free roaming bison in Yellowstone National Park are reshaping the ecosystem. They have had a positive effect on grasses and soil, but some changes may not be for the better.
The Trump administration wants to build more roads through national forests

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The Trump administration argues that rescinding the 2001 Roadless Rule will help wildland firefighters. Fire researchers warn that more roads could exacerbate the problem.