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Apollo 8 Earthrise photo Christmas Eve 1968
Astronaut William Anders took this iconic photo of Earthrise on the 4th orbit of the moon aboard Apollo 8 on December 24, 1968.
December 24, 2025
What was the Christmas star? Science and mystery
What was the Christmas star? Some scientific explanations attempt to explain the Star of Bethlehem, including a planetary conjunction, comet or supernova.
December 21, 2025
The Wright brothers succeeded 122 years ago
The Wright brothers made aviation history on December 17, 1903, taking humanity’s 1st powered flight into the skies at Kitty Hawk.
December 17, 2025
Apollo 17 – last human footsteps on the moon – 53 years ago
It's been 53 years since humans last set foot on the moon. The Apollo 17 astronauts left the lunar surface on December 14, 1972.
December 14, 2025
Will we digitize human bodies for healthcare?
What would it be like if we could digitize human bodies? We could recognize heart attacks as they happen and deliver tailored doses of medicine to the sick.
December 5, 2025
Audubon Christmas Bird Count signup has begun
The Audubon Christmas Bird Count, held each winter, is one of the longest-running community science projects. You can help collect important data about birds.
December 5, 2025
December birthstone: turquoise, zircon or tanzanite
The December birthstone is 1 of 3 gemstones, the exquisite blue-green turquoise, dazzling zircon, or the magnificent blue-violet tanzanite. Your choice!
December 5, 2025
Most dogs still have a little wolf in them
Scientists found that many dog breeds have some wolf DNA added after wolves were 1st domesticated into dogs about 20,000 years ago.
December 3, 2025
Does a supermoon have a super effect on us?
The extra pull of gravity from a supermoon creates higher-than-usual tides. But the effects of a supermoon on a human body are imperceptible.
December 1, 2025
Don’t worry about overeating at the holidays, says dietitian
A day of overeating at the holidays isn't harmful, a dietitian explains. Here's how to enjoy your holiday meal without worry.
November 27, 2025
