Record number of billion-dollar disasters in U.S. in 2020

Last year, the U.S. experienced a record-smashing 22 weather and climate disasters that killed at least 262 people and injured scores more. Damages exceeded $1 billion each and totaled approximately $95 billion for all 22 events.

When will the Age of Aquarius begin?

The Age of Aquarius may be said to begin when the vernal equinox point moves in front of Aquarius. But when will that be?

Ancient Maya civilization used advanced water treatment technology

The oldest known example of a water treatment system in the Western Hemisphere was recently discovered in Guatemala.

The sky in 2020

A collection of astronomical photos of 2020 from southern British Columbia, Canada. The music is 'Windswept' by Kevin Macleod.

Sun’s entry into zodiac signs, 2021

Every year, at the December solstice, the sun enters the sign Capricorn. One month later, on January 19, 2021, the sun will enter the sign Aquarius. Look here for the dates for the sun's entry into each sign of the zodiac for the year 2021.

New strain of Covid-19 explained

A new strain of the virus that causes Covid-19 appears to be spreading fast in the the UK. Why it matters that the coronavirus is changing, and what it means for vaccine effectiveness.

What are your chances of a white Christmas this year?

Dreaming of a white Christmas? Here's a map depicting which places in the US have the best chance of being snowy on Christmas Day 2020.

Is that a UFO?! There’s probably an explanation

Most Unidentified Flying Objects aren't actually unidentified. Here's a list of phenomena, either natural or human-made, that people often mistake for UFOs.

Less air pollution during Covid-19 restrictions, says study

NASA researchers have found that since February, pandemic restrictions have reduced global nitrogen dioxide concentrations by nearly 20%.

Video shows Arecibo telescope crash

New video shows Arecibo's receiver platform breaking loose and falling onto the radio telescope dish 400 feet below. No one was injured.