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Hotspots for Category 6 storms are growing
Category 6 storms - or extremely strong Category 5 hurricanes on the current scale - arise in hotspots on the globe, and those spots are growing.
December 18, 2025
These giant sea reptiles lived in freshwater rivers, too
Scientists thought mosasaurs - giant sea reptiles - lived in oceans. But the discovery of fossils in North Dakota shows they may also have lived in freshwater.
December 18, 2025
What’s a green flash and how can I see one?
Have you ever seen the green flash from a setting sun? Learn how to see one here, plus how they appear, and enjoy some great photos and watch a video!
December 18, 2025
Killer whales and dolphins hunt together in a rare alliance
Killer whales and dolphins have been observed hunting together, sharing prey and skills in a rare and remarkable display of inter-species cooperation.
December 15, 2025
Polar bear DNA changing in response to climate change
A new study has found that polar bear DNA might be evolving to help these creatures adapt to the stresses of our changing climate.
December 14, 2025
This moss survived in space for 9 months
In an experiment on the outside of the International Space Station, a species of moss survived in space for 9 months. And it could have lasted much longer.
December 12, 2025
See the next Kilauea eruption in Hawaii on this live cam
Kilauea volcano erupted spectacularly on December 6, 2025. What's it doing now? Check the live cam here and read more about the recent eruption.
December 11, 2025
New fairy lantern plant discovered at popular Malaysian park
Scientists have discovered an exquisite new species of fairy lantern - called Thismia selangorensis - at a park near Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
December 10, 2025
Why humpback whales are coming back
Humpback whales are making a remarkable comeback, thriving in new habitats thanks to conservation efforts and their adaptable feeding habits.
December 8, 2025
Sumatran tiger sightings triple on Indonesian island
Camera traps on the Indonesia island of Sumatra caught 3 times as many endangered Sumatran tigers as before. The Sumatran tiger is thriving in this region.
December 7, 2025
