We’re in the thick of the ‘dog days of summer.’ We can thank the ancient Greeks for that
July 18, 2024
Stegosaurus skeleton sets auction record, selling for $44.6 million
July 18, 2024
Thinking about getting a tattoo? New research might change your mind
July 18, 2024
Strange planet with a backward, cucumber-shape orbit is turning into another kind of world
July 17, 2024
In Ukraine, a handful of startups are developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems to help fly a vast fleet of drones, taking warfare into uncharted territory as
July 18, 2024
Japanese scientists have devised a way to attach living skin tissue to robotic faces and make them "smile," in a breakthrough that holds out promise of
July 18, 2024
What is known about the daytime fireball seen over the New York metropolitan area
July 17, 2024
Sotheby's says the nearly complete fossilized remains of a stegosaurus have sold for $44.6 million at a New York auction
July 17, 2024
Long Covid risk has dropped over time but remains substantial, study shows
July 17, 2024
SpaceX will use a powerful, souped-up capsule to shove the International Space Station out of orbit once time is up for the sprawling lab
July 17, 2024
Fossil bones found in Argentina of a large armadillo relative with cut marks suggestive of butchering indicate humans were present in southern South
July 17, 2024
NASA is canceling a water-seeking moon rover because of cost overruns and launch delays
July 17, 2024
New technology is cleaning waterways in Southwest Florida
July 17, 2024
NASA has confirmed that meteor streaked over the New York City skyline before disintegrating over nearby New Jersey
July 17, 2024
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s son, Bobby Kennedy III, posted a video of a phone call between Kennedy and former President Donald Trump in which the former president appeared to endorse false theories about the safety of vaccines. All vaccines that are approved or authorized for use in the United States have been proven safe and effective through rigorous scientific study. Severe allergic reactions are exceedingly rare – occurring in roughly 1 in 1 million people. Far more common are mild side effects, such as pain or swelling at the injection site, which tend to subside quickly. Worldwide, vaccines prevent more than 4 million deaths every year, according to the World Health Organization. While there is still no scientific consensus on what causes autism, vaccines, conclusively, do not.
July 16, 2024
Now you can watch hundreds of rattlesnakes in a ‘mega-den’ – from the safety of your computer
July 17, 2024
The Gulf Coast has seen big jumps in baby bull shark numbers. As adults, these are among the most aggressive species of sharks, but the babies aren’t cause for concern, as three scientists explain.
July 17, 2024
Archaeologists identify Roman wall built to hold back rebel slave Spartacus and his army
July 17, 2024
About half of those recovering from a stroke or a brain injury have spatial neglect. But prism adaptation therapy – noninvasive and easy to administer – can help.
July 17, 2024
Scientists confirm first lunar cave that could help shelter astronauts from the moon’s extreme temperatures
July 17, 2024
Why Africa is doubling down on its space ambitions
July 17, 2024
NASA transmits a Missy Elliott song to Venus
July 16, 2024
Bayer said on Wednesday its Nubeqa drug was shown to slow the progression of a certain type of prostate cancer in a late-stage trial, underpinning growth
July 17, 2024
Tens of millions of dollars raised by a landmark climate law in Washington state will go to Native American tribes that are at risk from climate change and rising sea levels to help them move to higher ground, install solar panels, buy electric vehicles and restore wetlands
July 16, 2024
China dairy farms swim in milk as fewer babies, slow economy cut demand
Harris tells Oprah any intruder to her home is 'getting shot'
BOJ keeps interest rates steady, sticks to upbeat economic view
US arm sales to Taiwan violate "One China Principle," China says
Components for pagers used in Lebanon blasts are not from Taiwan, minister says
Rodgers sparkles in his first home start since his injury to lead Jets to 24-3 win over Patriots
Dodgers clinch 12th straight playoff berth on Shohei Ohtani's historic night
Diana Taurasi all business in what could be final home game of her 20-year career