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Reef fish survival threatened by motorboat noise
Reef fish exposed to motorboat noise can end up smaller and struggle to escape predators, says new research into dangerous underwater noise.
September 7, 2026
These microbes in Antarctica don’t live anywhere else
Researchers have discovered that some microbes in Antarctica are unique to the icy continent and are found nowhere else on Earth.
September 6, 2026
Hurricane triplets spin across the Pacific Ocean
Rare hurricane triplets are currently spinning across the Pacific Ocean: Lowell, Karina and Marie. Did El Niño play a part? Find out here.
September 3, 2026
Will El Niño become supersized? What experts are saying
El Niño is here. But will it become supersized? NOAA says there's a 90% or greater chance for El Niño to become "very strong" between September and January.
September 1, 2026
Giant trees break a decades-old science theory
Giant trees have evolved remarkable adaptations that allow them to reach extreme heights while maintaining efficient water transport.
August 31, 2026
Do you love twilight? The 3 stages explained
Twilight is that magical time between sunlight and darkness. Astronomers, experts on nighttime, recognize 3 stages of twilight.
August 30, 2026
Nepal flash flood nightmare: What caused it?
On August 26, 2026, a glacier collapse and landslide triggered a huge release of water. The Nepal flash flood wiped out villages and took untold lives.
August 27, 2026
National parks from space: How many can you name?
Take the quiz to see how many national parks from space you can name. And don't forget to celebrate National Park Week, from August 22 to 30!
August 26, 2026
Will you see colors in aurora? Or do you need a camera?
If you live below 50 degrees N. latitude, any aurora visible is likely to be low on your horizon, and you're less likely to see vivid colors.
August 25, 2026
1st photo of Earth from the moon 60 years ago
As NASA plans to land astronauts on the moon with the Artemis IV mission in 2028, it's fun to see this 1st photo of Earth taken from the moon.
August 23, 2026
