Athena lunar lander declared dead after landing sideways
Athena, the private lunar lander that touched down on the moon Thursday, has been declared dead.
Athena, the private lunar lander that touched down on the moon Thursday, has been declared dead.
Trump cuts to US medical research could slow breakthroughs, scientists warn of risks to patients
Scientists warn that Trump’s cuts to US medical research could slow life-saving treatments, delaying breakthroughs in cancer, neurological disorders, and other critical care.
Scientists warn that Trump’s cuts to US medical research could slow life-saving treatments, delaying breakthroughs in cancer, neurological disorders, and other critical care.
Intuitive Machines' second moon lander touches down but could be on its side – again
Another historic U.S. robotic moon landing happened Thursday, but whether the lander is sitting upright on the surface remains unclear.
Another historic U.S. robotic moon landing happened Thursday, but whether the lander is sitting upright on the surface remains unclear.
US butterfly populations declining at 'catastrophic' rate—experts warn it's a 'bad sign for us'
A new study finds butterfly populations in the US have dropped 22% since 2000 due to pesticides, habitat loss, and climate change. Scientists warn the decline could have major consequences for ecosystems.
A new study finds butterfly populations in the US have dropped 22% since 2000 due to pesticides, habitat loss, and climate change. Scientists warn the decline could have major consequences for ecosystems.
Pregnant sea lion attacked in Ventura; suspect arrested
A suspect who allegedly attacked a pregnant sea lion with a stick in Ventura has been arrested.
A suspect who allegedly attacked a pregnant sea lion with a stick in Ventura has been arrested.
Scientists create mice with woolly mammoth-like fur through genetic engineering
Extinction is still forever. But scientists at a biotech company are trying what they say is the next best thing to restoring ancient beasts.
Extinction is still forever. But scientists at a biotech company are trying what they say is the next best thing to restoring ancient beasts.
Eagles Jackie and Shadow hatch two eaglets
Jackie and Shadow, the two bald eagles in Big Bear, have had two of their three eaglets hatch. Last year, none of their eggs hatched.
Jackie and Shadow, the two bald eagles in Big Bear, have had two of their three eaglets hatch. Last year, none of their eggs hatched.
Big Bear bald eagles live cam: Jackie and Shadow welcome new eaglets
Jackie and Shadow, the region's famous eagle couple, have successfully hatched two of three eaglets.
Jackie and Shadow, the region's famous eagle couple, have successfully hatched two of three eaglets.
Big Bear bald eagle couple's eggs begin hatching
Jackie and Shadow appear to be welcoming two baby chicks!
Jackie and Shadow appear to be welcoming two baby chicks!
These cities are most likely to see an explosion in disease-spreading pests: study
Ticks, mosquitoes, cockroaches and rodents pose serious health risks, experts say. Here’s where you’re most likely to see pest problems in coming months.
Ticks, mosquitoes, cockroaches and rodents pose serious health risks, experts say. Here’s where you’re most likely to see pest problems in coming months.
Firing meteorologists, NOAA employees is 'spectacularly short-sighted,' UCLA climate scientist says
Federal workers who were not let go said the afternoon layoffs included meteorologists who do crucial local forecasts in National Weather Service offices across the country.
Federal workers who were not let go said the afternoon layoffs included meteorologists who do crucial local forecasts in National Weather Service offices across the country.
Rare video captures super pod of 2,000 dolphins
The elusive Northern right whale dolphins are one of two dolphin species without a dorsal fin.
The elusive Northern right whale dolphins are one of two dolphin species without a dorsal fin.
Domoic acid outbreak sickens sea lions off Malibu coast
The California Wildlife Center has responded to numerous calls regarding distressed sea lions, raising concerns about the potential impact of this toxic algal bloom.
The California Wildlife Center has responded to numerous calls regarding distressed sea lions, raising concerns about the potential impact of this toxic algal bloom.
Astronomers discover largest superstructure in cosmos
A team of international astronomers has discovered something that could reshape our understanding of outer space.
A team of international astronomers has discovered something that could reshape our understanding of outer space.
Elon Musk responds after former space station commander calls him a “liar"
A high-flying war of words is underway after SpaceX CEO Elon Musk claimed two NASA astronauts had been stranded in space for political reasons.
A high-flying war of words is underway after SpaceX CEO Elon Musk claimed two NASA astronauts had been stranded in space for political reasons.
Alaska’s Mount Spurr being closely watched for signs of an explosive eruption
Mount Spurr is part of the Ring of Fire, located in southern Alaska. The mountain is a stratovolcano, which means it has steep slopes and is known for its explosive eruptions. The last major eruption occurred in 1992, which caused a significant disruption in air travel across the Pacific Ocean.
Mount Spurr is part of the Ring of Fire, located in southern Alaska. The mountain is a stratovolcano, which means it has steep slopes and is known for its explosive eruptions. The last major eruption occurred in 1992, which caused a significant disruption in air travel across the Pacific Ocean.
Deep-sea neutrino telescope detects ghost particle of 'enormous energy'
Scientists have detected the most energetic neutrino ever observed using a deep-sea telescope. The discovery could provide new insights into cosmic accelerators.
Scientists have detected the most energetic neutrino ever observed using a deep-sea telescope. The discovery could provide new insights into cosmic accelerators.
'Firefall' is back at Yosemite and here's how you can see it this year
This lava-like visual is only seen when the conditions are perfect, and the sunset aligns with the waterfall just right.
This lava-like visual is only seen when the conditions are perfect, and the sunset aligns with the waterfall just right.
Why chances of asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting Earth just dropped by half
Asteroid 2024 YR4 continues to keep us on our toes as astronomers work to determine its potential threat to our planet. The latest update is good news because, according to NASA, the chances of a 2032 Earth impact have dropped.
Asteroid 2024 YR4 continues to keep us on our toes as astronomers work to determine its potential threat to our planet. The latest update is good news because, according to NASA, the chances of a 2032 Earth impact have dropped.
See the rare ‘doomsday’ fish that washed up in Mexico
A rare oarfish, often called the "doomsday fish," was spotted in Mexico—just days after another deep-sea creature, a deep-sea anglerfish, made a rare appearance in daylight.
A rare oarfish, often called the "doomsday fish," was spotted in Mexico—just days after another deep-sea creature, a deep-sea anglerfish, made a rare appearance in daylight.