Earth & Environment
Scientists warn honey bees are harming native pollinators in California
While honey bees are often praised for their vital role in pollinating crops, a new study reveals they may be causing serious harm to...
Scientists discover seagull-sized pterosaur in Arizona desert
A team of researchers led by the Smithsonian has discovered the oldest known pterosaur fossil in North America.
Pterosaurs were flying reptiles that lived alongside...
These are the most concerning pieces of space debris
Tens of thousands of pieces of space debris are hurtling around Earth right now.
These defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, collision fragments and even a...
Tiny parasitic worm could help save Chesapeake bay’s blue crabs
A parasitic worm that lives on the eggs of female blue crabs might actually help scientists and fishery managers protect this iconic species in...
Scientists shake 10-story steel building to test earthquake safety—and it passed
In a groundbreaking experiment, engineers have tested the tallest steel-framed building ever placed on an earthquake simulator—and it stood strong.
The 10-story, 100-foot structure was...
New smart sensor could sniff out indoor pollution—and heals itself
Many everyday items in your home—from candles and cleaning sprays to furniture and cosmetics—can release formaldehyde, a colorless, odorless gas that may pose health...
This new concrete eats CO₂ and builds stronger, greener cities
Concrete has helped build civilizations for thousands of years, from ancient pyramids to modern skyscrapers.
But today, it's also a big polluter—responsible for up to...
Chang’e-6 uncovers hidden history of the moon’s mysterious farside
For decades, scientists have wondered why the moon’s two sides are so different.
The side we see from Earth, known as the nearside, is smoother...
Replying to the wrong text could cost you, data security expert says
Don't believe everything you read—especially if it's a text message like these:
"Notice: Your vehicle was identified as having an unpaid toll. Click now...
Are ad blockers backfiring? New study finds they may show you worse ads
Many people use ad blockers to avoid annoying or inappropriate ads while browsing the internet.
But a new study suggests that these tools might not...
Camphor tree compound doubles lifespan of next-gen solar cells
In an exciting development for green energy, scientists have discovered a way to make solar cells both more efficient and longer-lasting using a compound...
The oldest rocks on Earth are more than four billion years old
Earth formed about 4.6 billion years ago, during the geological eon known as the Hadean.
The name “Hadean” comes from the Greek god of the...
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Scientists discover nearly two million ‘hidden’ earthquakes in Southern California
In a new study, researchers have discovered almost 2,000,000 previously hidden earthquakes between 2008 and 2017.
They used 10 years' earthquake catalog for Southern California...
How pterosaurs grew from tiny tree-dwellers to giant flying creatures
Paleontologists from the University of Leicester have uncovered key evolutionary changes that allowed pterosaurs, the first flying vertebrates, to grow to enormous sizes.
These prehistoric...
Road noise can literally make your blood pressure higher
Living near a busy road can be a major annoyance, with constant traffic sounds from roaring engines, honking horns, and wailing sirens filling the...
Scientists take a page from deep space to study deep earth
Big data approach can help map what's beneath the Earth's surface.
Using a new technique originally designed to explore the cosmos, scientists have unveiled structures...
Now carrots too? Why there have been so many food recalls lately
It seems like every day there is a new food recall. This time, it's carrots.
Multiple brands of the vegetable sold across 18 states have...
Scientists find people with blue eyes have one common ancestor
In a study, researchers found that people with blue eyes have a single, common ancestor.
The study was conducted by a team at the University...
As groundwater depletes, arid American West is moving east
Even under modest climate warming scenarios, the continental United States faces a significant loss of groundwater - about 119 million cubic meters, or roughly...
BPA-free plastics may play a role inflammation, obesity
In a new study, researchers found a compound used to reduce public exposure to possible toxic effects of the chemical Bisphenol A (BPA) may...