Adithi Ramakrishnan

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My latest story is out on the BBC and @BBC_Future ! I reported on a sea cucumber restocking project in Bolinao, Pangasinan (Northern Philippines). I was fortunate to visit their sea ranch and speak to the local farmers in person. bbc.com/future/article…

My time at The Associated Press as a public health reporter will end on September 19. This role I’ve loved was always meant to be a two-year, temporary job, and I’m proud of the stories we got to tell together. I’m on the market! For comms and journo jobs!

Nearly 150 National Science Foundation employees signed a letter Tuesday expressing concern over job losses and grant terminations. They say these and other actions are part of a "systemic dismantling of a world-renowned scientific agency." apnews.com/live/donald-tr…

When we visited this Texas region last month, people were scared to sign up for Medicaid, even if they live here legally. Now, the @AP has confirmed their fears. What does it mean for public health? apnews.com/article/trump-…

It was such a special experience to hear Andrea Gibson speak at the premiere “Come See Me in the Good Light” at Sundance this year. Honored to write the obituary today for an artist who touched so many lives. For @AP w/ @hitalie. apnews.com/article/andrea…

Foreign medical residents fill critical gaps in the health care system -- often in rural and low-income areas. But because of travel and visa delays, many have not been able to start their work on time. For @AP with @DeviShastri: apnews.com/article/intern…

Melanin offers some protection from the sun, but dermatologists say that isn’t enough on its own. Here are tips on choosing and using sunscreen if you have darker skin.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is moving into the National Science Foundation's current headquarters in Alexandria. It’s not clear where over 1,833 NSF in-person employees will be relocated. This and other updates on @AP's liveblog: apnews.com/live/donald-tr…

BREAKING: Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil has been released from federal immigration detention after 104 days in custody. apnews.com/article/mahmou…

Our team @dallasnews worked hard to publish a new (front-page!) story every day of the June 8-11 Southern Baptist Convention's annual meeting in Dallas this year. Here's a round-up — and if you have been, thanks for following our work.

Experts at @AMNH were fine-tuning their latest planetarium show about the Milky Way when they accidentally discovered something about the universe. “Why is there a spiral there?” For @AP on how new findings can lie in unexpected places 💫 apnews.com/article/museum…

"John Proctor is the Villain" earned seven #TonyAwards nominations, including best new play — the most of any this season. It’s among a group of Broadway shows that have centered the stories of young people and attracted audiences to match. apnews.com/article/broadw…

International universities are looking to hire U.S. researchers with the promise of academic freedom -- you can study what you want without fear of job or funding cuts. w/ @larsonchristina, @JameyKeaten for @AP apnews.com/article/trump-…

Clownfish shrink their bodies -- possibly reabsorbing their own bone matter -- to survive ocean heat waves. For @AP apnews.com/article/clownf…

Turns out eggs are less likely to crack when they fall on their side, according to experiments with around 200 eggs. Scientists say it could come in handy to avoid cracking the shell when hard-boiling your breakfast.

I spoke to @monkey_cabinet about pre-reporting for this great @Open_Notebook story! The Open Notebook was (and still is) such a valuable resource for me so it's an honor to be featured in it. theopennotebook.com/2025/04/29/wha…

Read our full statement on where we stand with bargaining for our severance packages. Please consider sending emails to the Houston Landing board of directors demanding they return with a fair and just offer. 🔗

So you saw 'Conclave' the movie. Here's what it got right – and wrong – about real-life conclaves (from @AP Religion Team's @HollyAMeyer ) apnews.com/article/vatica…

Scientists discovered a carnivorous caterpillar nicknamed the "bone collector," because it wears the remains of its prey -- an ant head here, a fly leg there. Gnarly insect news for @AP : apnews.com/article/carniv…

1/ Last week, I found out @hou_landing would close in May. It hasn’t been an easy week, but what hurts the most are the promises we won't be able to fulfill to the communities here. I always prioritized community-centered stories here and I hope to continue that in my next gig.