We're close to solving the mystery of those flashing lights on the moon
4h By Christian CotroneoA German scientist's AI-powered lunar telescope aims to decipher the moon's twinkling lights.Why do people always say they feel younger than they are?
1:47pm By Lloyd AlterEverybody is avoiding the stigma of being old. Here's why we need to get over it.What is Valley fever?
12:16pm By John PlattValley fever, or coccidioidomycosis, is a potentially deadly fungal infection that has been called California's "silent epidemic."NASA spacecraft to map and sample asteroid that's heading our way
11:15am By Michael d'EstriesAs part of its mission to analyze Bennu, OSIRIS-REx has set a new record for closest orbit of a planetary body by a spacecraft.When their star-birthing days are over, galaxies retire to oblivion
8:25am By Christian CotroneoScientists have found galaxies on the brink of death that still give birth to new stars and these 'cold quasars' could change what we think we know.Does an empty baseball field really need outdoor lighting all night?
Sat 9:20am By Russell McLendonThe International Dark-Sky Association has a few ideas to reduce light pollution from sports facilities.What is a landspout?
Fri 2:26pm By Ben BoltonLandspouts are technically tornadoes, but they originate near the ground and aren't made from supercell thunderstorms.20 minutes in nature a day is your ticket to feeling better
Fri 12:21pm By Noel KirkpatrickTwo recent studies show that visiting an urban park for as little as 20 minutes will reduce stress and boost emotional well-being.Where do recycled plastic bottles go? Try looking under your car.
Fri 12:02pm By Emily MurphyFord Motor Company is using recycled plastic bottles for underbody shields on all cars and SUVs, and for wheel liners on F-Series trucks.Plants found eating salamanders in Canada
Fri 11:15am By Russell McLendonBiologists were surprised to find carnivorous pitcher plants eating vertebrates, which may be a first for North America.17 things you didn't know about zebras
Fri 10:48am By Melissa BreyerFrom their smart stripes to the power of their kicks, behold the wonders of zebras.What is arsenic and why is it bad for you?
Fri 8:31am By Mary Jo DiLonardoFound in everything from rice to apple juice, arsenic can be a serious health concern, but how worried should you be? Here's what you need to know.Why meat consumption isn't sustainable
Thu 3:57pm By Starre VartanIt's just not possible to feed meat to the 7 billion (and growing) people on planet Earth.Jupiter's watery moon is full of table salt
Thu 3:17pm By Christian CotroneoNew research suggests Europa's hidden oceans are salty and very much like our own.4 Lawn Mower Safety Tips You May Be Overlooking
Thu 11:58am By NAPA Auto PartsRemember these simple lawn mower safety tips before you mow or perform repairs.5 alternatives to talc powder
Thu 11:43am By Chanie KirschnerThe news about baby powder, ovarian cancer and mesothelioma may have you rethinking your daily routine.7 creative techniques to keep coral reefs alive
Thu 10:27am By Starre VartanSince the threats to coral reefs vary depending on location, scientists are customizing solutions to help them survive.Seals help researchers understand strange holes in Antarctic sea ice
Thu 8:15am By Mary Jo DiLonardoEnormous holes in sea ice called polynyas are explained with help of robot floats, satellites and tech-equipped seals.Why outdoor education for kids matters
Wed 4:54pm By Starre VartanKids spend less time outside than ever — but some innovative educators want to change that.A beautiful thing happens when farm animals are 'Allowed to Grow Old'
Wed 3:49pm By Mary Jo DiLonardoIn 'Allowed to Grow Old,' photographer Isa Leshko captures dignified portraits of elderly farm animals in sanctuaries.Is your kid's lemonade stand legal?
Wed 12:18pm By Jenn SavedgeOdds are, your kid's lemonade stand is illegal in most states. But Texas and Utah have changed their laws with a more common sense approach.There's a lump on the moon that's 5 times bigger than Hawaii's Big Island
Wed 12:17pm By Christian CotroneoScientists have found a massive deposit inside the South Pole-Aitken Basin on the moon, and it's having a significant impact on the moon's gravitational field.13 images and facts about misunderstood bats
Wed 11:16am By Catie LearySome people see them as pests, but bats are among the most fascinating and ecologically indispensable animals on Earth.This woman lives with 9 fluffy Newfoundlands
Wed 9:38am By Mary Jo DiLonardoPennsylvania dog mom has a house filled with 9 fluffy Newfoundlands, and they're on their way to being therapy dogs.Who owns the night sky?
Wed 8:26am By Christian CotroneoWe all own the starry sky, but only a few people get to do what they want with it.Under construction for 137 years, this famous Spanish basilica just got its building permit
Tue 1:40pm By Matt HickmanThe trustees of Antoni Gaudí's UNESCO-listed masterwork agree to a payment plan with the city after years of nearly non-stop construction.What is the Gulf of Mexico dead zone?
Tue 11:45am By Russell McLendonFrom red tides in the Atlantic to hypoxia in the Gulf, algae seems to be invading the U.S. from all sides.Canada bans all captive whales and dolphins
Tue 11:13am By Christian CotroneoNew 'Free Willy' bill will make it illegal to keep a whale or dolphin in captivity in Canada.Why the extinction of nearly 600 plant species in 250 years is a big deal
Tue 11:04am By Mary Jo DiLonardoHumans have driven almost 600 plant species extinct since 1750s and that number is likely much higher.5 reasons why the James Webb Space Telescope is such a big deal
Tue 10:30am By Gerri MillerThe highly anticipated successor to the Hubble Space Telescope is scheduled to launch in spring 2021.
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