Jupiter’s four largest moons are some of the solar system’s most compelling worlds. Io is dotted with active volcanoes, and Europa hides a subsurface ocean many want to check for alien…
When you hear talk of the fiercest extinct predators, dinosaurs probably come to mind, especially the infamous T. rex. But what stalked the land before dinosaurs? Scientists found a 265-million-year-old…
NASA says it has generated enough oxygen to keep a small dog alive on Mars for at least 10 hours, marking a huge milestone for long-term plans to build bases…
The next time you gaze at the Leo constellation, take a moment to contemplate K2-18 b, a fascinating planet there that has scientists wondering if it could harbor life. New…
The Federal Aviation Administration came one step closer on Friday to giving SpaceX’s Starship the green light to launch again, but says it needs to see dozens of improvements first. SpaceX…
Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano is currently erupting for the third time this year, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The USGS said Sunday around 3:15 p.m. local time, the “USGS Hawaiian…
Officially it’s nearly autumn, but oppressive heat continues to broil the low-lying deserts of California and Arizona. On Saturday, Phoenix set a new record as the city saw its 54th…
Whether seen from within or from space, Hurricane Lee is a monster. There are still many unknowns about the storm’s path and potential impacts on land. A bold crew of…
Researchers combing the ocean floor off the coast of Alaska have stumbled upon a mysterious “golden orb” that could possibly be a new, unknown species. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric…
With just two weeks of summer left, oppressive heat will continue to broil the low-lying deserts of California and Arizona over the next few days. Phoenix, in particular, is expected…
