Yellowstone earthquakes rattle underground ecosystems

Yellowstone earthquakes are regular occurrences in this geologic hotspot. Scientists have studied how they change life underground.

Looking back on the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season was less active than normal in terms of total storms, but more active than average in terms of overall storm energy.

Tally of near-Earth asteroids passes 40,000

Astronomers announced in November 2025 they've now discovered over 40,000 near-Earth asteroids. What risks do these pose to Earth?

The constellation Andromeda the Chained Lady

The constellation Andromeda the Chained Lady is most famous for containing M31, the Andromeda galaxy, the closest large spiral galaxy to the Milky Way.

Before their big smashup, Theia and Earth were neighbors

A new study suggests that Theia and Earth were neighbors in the early solar system about 4.5 billion years ago. Then their epic collision destroyed young Theia.

OSIRIS-APEX mission to asteroid Apophis soars past Earth

NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission to asteroid Bennu was a great success. Now, the spacecraft has been renamed OSIRIS-APEX and is heading to asteroid Apophis.

Migratory birds rely on Central America’s 5 great forests

Migratory birds rely on 5 Central American forests for wintering. Protecting these habitats is vital to reversing their steep population declines.

The constellation Sculptor contains the South Galactic Pole

The constellation Sculptor is best seen in November from the Northern Hemisphere, when it is high in the evening sky toward the southern horizon.

Are water-carved caves on Mars hiding alien life?

Researchers in China have discovered the 1st water-carved caves on Mars. Known as karst caves, they could provide a protective habitat for possible life.

Orion the Hunter is back in the evening sky

In November, the famous constellation Orion is back in the evening sky! Its most recognizable feature is its belt of 3 medium-bright stars.