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Deepest-yet hydrothermal vents discovered in Pacific
Over 3,800 meters (12,500 feet) below the surface, researchers found towering white chimneys venting scalding hot water, colonized by animals that thrive in the toxicity and heat.
June 8, 2015
New dinosaur nicknamed Hellboy
A close relative of Triceratops, Hellboy has sharp horns on its nose and over its eyes, and also an ornate frill behind its head, likely for sexual display.
June 5, 2015
Large Hadron Collider back in business
CERN in Switzerland announced today that a new research season has begun for the Large Hadron Collider, following a $150 million overhaul.
June 3, 2015
Strong earthquake strikes off Oregon coast
No tsunami warming, no apparent problems, from this 5.8-magnitude earthquake that struck in the ocean 281 miles west of Waldport, Oregon.
June 1, 2015
NOAA forecasts slow 2015 Atlantic hurricane season
NOAA forecasts 6-11 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes, and 0-2 major hurricanes.
June 1, 2015
Now is the time to prepare for hurricanes
Atlantic hurricane season officially begins June 1 and lasts through November. Preparing in advance saves lives. Some tips to help you plan, here.
June 1, 2015
Humans tell whales apart by their voices
Detailed analysis of a particular type of call - known as an upcall - let human researchers single out whales as individuals.
May 30, 2015
Video: 40 hours at Ningaloo Reef
No beach days yet? This wonderful video by Colin Legg lets you spend two days and nights at a reef in Australia.
May 30, 2015
Octopus opens a jar, from the inside
Check out this video. More evidence that octopuses are amazing.
May 30, 2015
New human ancestor found in Ethiopia
According to scientists who made the discovery, the find provides conclusive evidence that, millions of years ago, there was more than one human species.
May 30, 2015
