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Hurricane Polo will come ashore next week
Hurricane Polo has been churning off the coast of Mexico. But forecasters say it will come ashore early next week, with remnants spreading into the U.S.
September 23, 2026
Scientists discover a new tiger cat hiding in plain sight
Scientists studying the tiger cat have found 5 distinct species, revealing more diversity among these familiar-looking wild cats than previously known.
September 19, 2026
1st adult T. rex trackway found by high school teacher
A high school teacher discovered 4 footprints that make up the 1st-ever known T. rex trackway. He discovered it at Hell Creek Formation in North Dakota.
September 17, 2026
Wildfires near the South Pole burned 90 million years ago
Researchers have found evidence in a sediment core in Antarctica that wildfires near the South Pole were a regular occurrence some 90 million years ago.
September 16, 2026
Crepuscular rays are sunrays in twilight skies
Crepuscular rays form around twilight when particles in the atmosphere reflect the sun's light beams toward our eyes. See photos of the phenomenon here.
September 13, 2026
Atlantic hurricane season sets a record: No hurricanes yet!
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season has set a record. It's the longest we've ever gone in a hurricane season without seeing a hurricane. Read more here.
September 12, 2026
International Cloud Appreciation Day is September 11
The international Cloud Appreciation Day is September 11, 2026. Learn how to participate here and see a gallery of beautiful clouds.
September 11, 2026
What is an Equal Earth projection map? See comparisons here
Everyone is familiar with the Mercator map, a flattened view of Earth. But what is the Equal Earth projection map, and how does it compare?
September 10, 2026
Will fall migration 2026 bring a billion bird night?
Will we see a billion bird night during fall migration this year? And get tips on how you can help birds by turning off exterior lights.
September 9, 2026
Fall hummingbird migration in progress across North America
The fall hummingbird migration typically lasts from August through October. Spot the birds in every U.S. state and Canadian province as they travel south.
September 9, 2026
