Wildfires in Spain and France: 200,000 forced to flee

Raging wildfires in Spain and France have forced over 200,000 to evacuate or shelter as extreme heat and winds push uncontained blazes across both regions.

Meteorite strike of New Jersey home reveals life clues

Meteorite strike of New Jersey home! It crashed through the roof of a house in 2024. A new study shows it reveals clues to life's origins.

Noctilucent clouds are back: Look for them now!

Noctilucent clouds are back. The season is underway! Learn about these stunning night-shining clouds and how to see them. Plus, see a gallery of them here.

Wildfire smoke is choking Canada, Great Lakes and Northeast

Wildfire smoke is pouring across Canada and into the US in the Great Lakes and Northeast. These areas will continue to see poor air quality into the weekend.

How the monsoon could impact wildfires in the American West

A monsoon could impact wildfires in the American West. Monsoonal rains can bring relief, but they can also bring gusty winds and lightning.

How does smoke from wildfires affect birds?

Smoke from distant wildfires can affect birds in several ways, such as through changes in health, vocalization behavior and migratory patterns.

The giraffe weevil: When a beetle grows a giraffe’s neck

The giraffe weevil is a tiny Madagascan beetle with a super-long neck, leaf-rolling skills and a fantastic evolutionary story.

Dog days of summer: Hottest in July and August

The dog days of summer are named for the Dog Star Sirius - the brightest star in the sky - in the constellation Canis Major the Greater Dog. Learn why here.

Extreme heat impacting millions across eastern half of US

A dangerous, extreme heat wave is forecast for the Midwest and East Coast of the United States this week into the holiday weekend. Get the details here.

The Tunguska explosion rocked Siberia 118 years ago

The Tunguska explosion on June 30, 1908, is the largest asteroid impact in recorded history. Researchers are preparing for future Tunguska-sized events.