SCIENCE
Historic 90-Foot Shipwreck Discovered Under Sand Dune
The vessel, which could date as far back as the late 18th century, was found on the coast of the world's largest inland water body.
Vegetable Cooking Method Linked to Harmful Fat Release
Trans fats, linked to heart disease, can come from junk food or by cooking certain vegetables in oil at high temperatures.
Why Bird Flu Mountain Lion Deaths Are a Worrying Sign
Experts warn the virus' spread to apex predators signals broader ecological risks and highlights the challenges of managing wildlife diseases.
Influenza A: What Is the Virus and How Is It Linked to Bird Flu?
As flu season ramps up in the U.S., influenza is not as simple as it first appears, with several different strains in play.
NASA Puts New Artemis Moon Rovers to the Test
With humans slated to return to the moon this decade, NASA has been testing new lunar vehicles in simulated low gravity.
Solar Flare Causes Radio Blackouts As Space Storms To Hit Over Christmas
A festive auroral display may be put on for a lucky few when coronal mass ejections hit Earth on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Archaeologists Reveal Their Favorite Finds of 2024
Archaeology is a subject that fascinates and delights. Its discoveries tell us more about the history of us and our world.
Remarkable Ancient Shrines Discovered in Temple Burnt Down 2,600 Years Ago
The latest findings cast light on the history of a major civilization that is considered to be one of the world's first empires.
Ancient Amazonian People Fed Ducks Over 1,000 Years Ago, Remains Reveal
A study has provided fascinating insights into how ancient humans interacted with Amazonian ecosystems centuries ago.
NASA Images Reveal Mesmerizing Giant Cloud Tower
An astronaut's photo taken from the International Space Station has captured a vertical cloud formation above the Arabian Peninsula.
Scientists Warn of Harmful Release From Tea Bags
Tea bags could be exposing tea drinkers to billions of nanoplastics per sip, according to recent research.
Why Do People Think NASA Has Discovered a 'Parallel Universe'?
What the ANITA experiment in Antarctica really found and why it's all over the internet.
Astronomers Unveil Their Favorite Discovery of 2024
From mass fluctuations, to Little Red Dots, to new galaxies captured by the James Webb telescope—astronomy has learned a lot in a year.
Lost Battlefield of Alexander the Great Discovered
The battle—which occurred in 334 B.C.—is considered "one of the most pivotal moments" in world history, one archaeologist said.
World's Largest Iceberg Escapes Antarctica
"I am not aware of an iceberg that has been trapped in such a persistent manner in such a small area," said an ice specialist.
Rules of Board Game From 4,000 Years Ago Revealed
The board game is one of the oldest in the world, but how it was played has long been shrouded in mystery.
Beef Is Healthy if Unprocessed, Study Finds
An analysis of 20 studies found that eating unprocessed beef did not increase heart disease risk, contrary to popular belief.
Atmospheric Rivers: More Intense Storms to Hit West Coast
Depending on where you are, atmospheric rivers may behave very differently in the future.
Ancient Pill Secret From 2,500 Years Ago May Improve Gut Health
Researchers have investigated a medicinal clay that was "highly prized" as a therapeutic for various ailments in antiquity.
Florida May See Temperatures Drop Over 20 Degrees Amid Freeze Watch
Portions of Northern Florida and southern Georgia may see temperatures dip into the low thirties over the weekend.
More US Cats and Dogs Now Being Exposed to Cocaine
For animals, any degree of exposure to the drug risks being fatal.
Is this Stonehenge's Hidden Purpose?
A study sheds light on the mysterious purpose of the iconic Neolithic monument, whose construction began about 5,000 years ago.