Missed the Northern Lights This Year? Scientists Say They’re About to Get More Active
If the northern lights are on your bucket list, the 2026 to 2027 winter season will be exciting for you.
ENVIRONMENT
New Zealand Is the First Country to Open Its Fossil Database to the Public
New Zealand’s open-access fossil database makes it easier for scientists to collaborate.
An Australian Zoo Needs Help Collecting Deadly Spiders and Their Eggs
The Australian Reptile Park is asking the public to capture the Sydney funnel-web spider, one of the most dangerous species in the world.
Tsunami vs. Tidal Wave: What’s the Difference?
Tsunamis and tidal waves may look similar, but they differ in crucial ways.
New Study Reveals the Source of the Corpse Flower’s Horrible Stench
Research (and lots of dry-heaving) has revealed why the flower reeks of weeks-old road kill.
Local Canned Air Is Being Sold as a Souvenir at Italy’s Lake Como
Forget the snow globes and ornaments. Buy souvenir air instead.
Weird White Blobs Are Taking Over Some Canadian Beaches
The beaches of Newfoundland are a little less pleasant since white blobs have appeared everywhere.
A Forest of Giant Sequoias Is Growing in Detroit
A local organization is aiming to fill Detroit’s vacant land with gigantic forests.
The 10 Greenest Cities in the U.S.
If you want to lessen your impact on the environment, consider moving to one of these metro areas.
Mount Everest Keeps Growing—a New Study May Help Explain Why
The world’s tallest peak is experiencing an 89,000-year-long growth spurt.
Explore the World’s First Underwater Cemetery
Neptune Memorial Reef is a piece of art, a cemetery, and a haven for wildlife.
Scientists Say Antarctica’s ‘Doomsday Glacier’ Could Be Gone Within 200 Years
Scientists warn that the loss of the Thwaites Glacier could raise global sea levels by 25 inches.
Leave the Leaves: Why Nature Experts Say You Shouldn’t Rake Your Yard This Fall
Good news for anyone who hates raking their lawn: You don’t have to.
Brazilian City Grants Legal Personhood to Ocean Waves in Historic First
Linhares in Brazil has taken a groundbreaking step by granting human rights to part of the ocean.
LEGO Wants to Source Half Its Plastic from Renewable Materials by 2026
The iconic toy company plans to reduce its environmental impact.
Get Excited for Fall With the 2024 Peak Foliage Map
Can't wait for fall? Start planning the ultimate leaf-peeping expedition now with this interactive map showing peak foliage predictions for 2024.
Mushrooms vs. Toadstools: What’s the Difference?
The definitions of toadstools and mushrooms are a bit intertwined.
Beachgoers, Beware: Venomous Fireworms Have Been Spotted on Texas Shores
Texans should take special caution on beaches—these fireworms pack a powerful sting.
How to Make a Bee Hotel in Your Yard
The solitary bee population is declining—here’s what you can do to help.
Sea Lions With Cameras Collect Valuable (and Adorable) Footage of the Ocean Floor
Sea lion camera crews are helping scientists map uncharted waters.
Air Pollution May Prevent Bees From Smelling Flowers
Air pollution is making it hard for bees to pollinate flowers.
Climate Change Is Making Seafood Dangerous to Eat
Mercury in seafood is another growing concern thanks to global warming.
Beluga Livestream Captures the Whales' Epic Summer Migration
Beat the heat by tuning into these Arctic sea creatures.
Watch: Mountain Cedar Trees ‘Sneeze’ Huge Clouds of Pollen
The allergy-inducing mountain cedar may be the most hated tree in Texas.