Science

Birds rely heavily on the Earth's magnetic field when travelling or migrating. Do solar flares and other space weather events disrupt their ability to do this?

Aircraft-based research identifies artificial metals in the stratosphere, thought to be from the return of spacecraft and satellites in the atmosphere.

An amateur astronomer spotted the afterglow of a huge collision between two ice giants, before alerting researchers on social media.

Scientists quantify the rise of solar energy. They say we will see solar energy as our dominant power source in the next twenty years!

Exposing ourselves to the sun for the recommended amount of time, following a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and taking vitamin D supplements is the optimal recipe for strengthening your muscle mass.

Composite satellite images show over 70 ice shelves surrounding Antarctica shrunk in volume, releasing 7.5 trillion tonnes of meltwater into the oceans.

Research has revealed that genetics could play a significant role in determining whether someone can successfully adhere to a strict vegetarian diet.

Sustainable construction arrives with innovative concrete. A more sustainable cement binding material, developed by a company, promises to dramatically reduce CO2 emissions in the industry.

The natural soundscape is being altered by marine transportation, oil exploitation, defense activities, coastal construction and more. Be surprised by what a new study reveals.

Researchers have uncovered evidence suggesting that the compound ammonium chloride might trigger a new, undocumented taste sensation.

The planet 8 Ursae Minoris b orbits a star about 530 light years away that is dying and should have already swallowed the planet. Why hasn't it?

Did the Spanish flu selectively lay low the young, fit, and healthy? Or was this a myth created and perpetuated by a society that lacked scientific evidence and a more open, inclusive view of humanity?