Science
Time’s up? Advanced civilizations last just 5,000 years, scientists say — hardly great news for humans
The galaxy’s full of planets, but apparently, not many long-lived neighbors.
Space
Northern Lights visible across 10 states tonight — here’s where and when to see it
America the beautiful will be a little more so this weekend.
Environment
Where you get your drinking water from can raise your risk of Parkinson’s by up to 62%
Sip at your own risk.
Wildlife
Shell shock Mysterious rare purple shell washes up on California beach
A student was enjoying a sunset stroll on a beach in La Jolla, California, when she came across something very rare.
Archaeology
Archaeologist believes he discovered lost burial site of legendary ruler: ‘This is rare’
An independent researcher believes he’s discovered a legendary ruler’s burial site — a find that could be the first monumental Viking ship burial identified in England.
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Police stumble upon 'unexpected discovery' during routine patrol
A routine patrol led authorities to a remarkable discovery: a late Roman merchant shipwreck still carrying its cargo of amphorae.
Simply red! Rare total lunar eclipse is on the way — here's when and where to see the 'blood moon'
There will be blood (moon).
Harvard scientist slams wild proposal to intercept 3I/ATLAS with spacecraft
Are we hitching our wagon to the wrong star?
Ancient Roman city, 'unknown' relic found near popular tourist route
Officials said that the ruins were found with the use of drones, as led by a team of experts.
NASA scientists have spotted mysterious giant cosmic 'brain' surrounding a dying star
The latest images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have revealed new details in a mysterious, little-studied nebula surrounding a dying star.
NASA’s Mike Fincke identifies himself as the ailing astronaut who prompted space station evacuation
In a written statement, the 58-year-old spaceflight veteran revealed he was the ailing crew member last month aboard the International Space Station.
James Webb Telescope captures dramatic images of dying star
In the latest footage captured by the James Webb Telescope, a nebula has been revealed surrounding a dying star.
Remains of 17th-century shipwreck discovered after winter storms rip open beach
The remains of a 17th-century ship recently resurfaced after winter storms ripped open a beach in the United Kingdom.
NASA rover spots bizarre Mars 'spiderwebs' that could be clue to planet's presence of water
NASA's Curiosity rover has spent six months exploring the site to investigate if they are a clue to the presence of water.
Tourist hotspot beset by biblical plague of locusts in dramatic video
Officials are sounding alarm bells after an epic swarm of locusts descended upon the popular vacation destination.
A bumper berry harvest has New Zealand’s flightless parrot in mood for romance
The kakapo is a majestic creature that can live for 60 to 80 years.
Scientists discover oldest form of writing in mysterious Stone Age engravings
This discovery could rewrite the history of writing.
'Extremely rare' fossilized anus could reveal reptile evolution breakthrough
It's a tail as old as time.
2,000-year-old workshop near Jerusalem pilgrimage path found after looters' arrest
The workshop dates to the Second Temple period — the era in which Jesus lived and preached in Jerusalem.
Archaeologists unearth Viking-era 'execution pit' near university town, exposing cruel ancient violence
Students at a prestigious university in the United Kingdom recently unearthed a likely execution pit on the outskirts of town — dating back 1,200 years.
Spike in Earth vibrations could be scrambling brains with bizarre 'ringing' noise
We can feel the electricity in the air.
Skull of 'dinosaur from Hell' discovered with sword jutting from its head
"This find was so sudden and amazing, it was really emotional for our team."
Rare 'planetary parade' is on the way — here's when and where you can catch the stellar stargazing spectacle
The stars may not align, but the planets will.