Good news! Here’s where light pollution is getting better

A new global map from NASA shows areas that are seeing a reduction in light pollution. See the maps here and learn how to limit light pollution near you.

John F. Kennedy moon landing speech 65th anniversary

On May 25, 1961, John F. Kennedy addressed the US Congress, inspiring a nation to a moon landing, the Apollo missions, and the dream of a return to the moon.

2026 name list for Atlantic hurricanes: Is yours among them?

The forecasts for Atlantic hurricanes and tropical storms are out. And the hurricane names for 2026 are ready. What'll happen next?

Pentagon UFO files released: Views from the moon and more

On May 8, 2026, the U.S. Pentagon released its 1st batch of Pentagon UFO files. They include some from Apollo moon missions 11, 12 and 17.

AI-powered robots helping clean Europe’s ocean floor

AI-powered robots are helping researchers locate and remove waste from Europe’s seafloor, making underwater cleanup safer and more efficient.

Archaeologists recreate Pompeii victim using AI technology

Archaeologists have used AI technology to recreate a Pompeii victim. The man fled the volcano while trying to protect his head with a terracotta bowl.

Happy May Day! Today is an astronomy holiday

Happy May Day! This annual celebration has its roots in astronomy as 1 of 4 cross-quarter days. Dancing around a maypole is a traditional May Day celebration.

May birthstone: The magnificent green emerald

Happy birthday, May babies! The May birthstone is the emerald, a stone once worn by royalty in ancient Babylon and Egypt.

Could paranormal experiences be due to low-frequency sound?

Research shows people can't hear sounds at very low frequencies, yet they still respond to them. Could these sounds explain paranormal experiences?

Save the Frogs Day is today, Tuesday, April 28

Save the Frogs Day - a global amphibian conservation effort - is today, Tuesday, April 28, 2026. Amphibian health is an important marker of ecosystem quality.