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Looking back on the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season was less active than normal in terms of total storms, but more active than average in terms of overall storm energy.
November 27, 2025
Migratory birds rely on Central America’s 5 great forests
Migratory birds rely on 5 Central American forests for wintering. Protecting these habitats is vital to reversing their steep population declines.
November 26, 2025
Humpback whales use Moreton Bay as a key calf refuge
Researchers found Moreton Bay in Australia is a critical nursery for migrating humpback whales, raising the issue of stronger protection of the coastal waters.
November 24, 2025
Asperitas clouds look like undulating waves from below
Asperitas clouds are a mesmerizing form that look like waves viewed looking upward from the ocean floor. Read more about them and see pics here.
November 23, 2025
Why don’t we feel Earth’s spin?
We don't feel Earth spin on its axis because Earth's spin is steady and constant, carrying us as passengers right along with it.
November 23, 2025
What are these weird aurora blobs? Explainer here
On November 11, 2025, the severe geomagnetic storm produced weird aurora blobs along with the traditional aurora. These blobs were rare proton auroras.
November 21, 2025
What moves the sailing stones of Death Valley?
At Death Valley’s Racetrack Playa, the sailing stones show signs of movement, etching trails in the dry lake bed. What caused them was a mystery until recently.
November 21, 2025
Thieving seagulls and the human snack wars: Shouting works
Thieving seagulls judge your every word. Shout loud, save your fries, and savor the sweet victory of a lunch defended. This is beach war!
November 17, 2025
Scientists discover toads that give birth to live young
Scientists have discovered new tree-dwelling toads in the mountain forests of Tanzania, Africa, that give birth to live young toadlets.
November 13, 2025
Newly discovered sea anemone builds homes for hermit crabs
A newly discovered sea anemone secretes a substance that becomes a hardened home for hermit crabs. The animals have a mutually beneficial relationship.
November 10, 2025
