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Coming El Niño will bring hotter ocean temps

La Niña is gone and El Niño is coming. Scientists say El Niño will bring hotter temperatures to the ocean. Read why El Niño should make oceans warmer.

Einstein rings might help solve dark matter puzzle

By studying Einstein rings, scientists have found that axions are more likely to be the form of dark matter than WIMPs. Learn more about the study here.

California flood risk rises as snow melts

The California flood risk is rising as the epic snowpack is melting in the warmer spring weather. Learn more about the flooding risk here.

Is there a space race between the United States and China?

Is the U.S. in a space race with China? While both are actively expanding their presence in space and their goals for the moon, one country is still far ahead.

April 2023 solar eclipse: 10 things to know

Find out where and when to see the April 2023 solar eclipse, plus some fascinating facts about it. Plus, get a link to a livestream of the event.

What is a hybrid eclipse? A total and annular combined

A hybrid eclipse is a solar eclipse that appears as total for some and annular for others, with those farther from the centerline seeing a partial eclipse.

Navigate a new Mars map of craters and volcanoes

A new Mars map mosaic lets scientists and the public alike zoom in on surface features on the red planet. Learn more about this interactive map here.

Antarctic meltwater threatens collapse of ocean’s overturning circulation

Scientists said that Antarctic meltwater is slowing ocean currents and threatening the collapse of our vital ocean 'overturning.'

Bird migration forecasts get a boost from AI

Researchers use machine learning to track bird migration. Through BirdCast, scientists can inform citizens of when to turn their lights out to protect birds.

Tornadoes hard to forecast, but predictions improving

Meteorologists are making improvements in forecasting tornadoes. New tools, such as drones and computer modeling, are aiding improvements.