The Moon is still shrinking, explaining why it still has landslides
Although our Moon formed 4.5 billion years ago, it’s still evolving. The interior continues to cool and its orbit is slowly changing.
As a result,...
The world’s largest iceberg sets sail for adventure beyond antarctic waters
In November 2023, the monster iceberg A23e finally dislodged from the seafloor after being grounded and stuck there for 40 years.
A series of recent...
How the shape of microplastics affects their journey through the air
Have you ever thought about how tiny plastic pieces, so small you can hardly see them, can travel around the world?
Well, a group of...
Scientists unveil a comprehensive earthquake risk map for the entire U.S.
Imagine having a map that shows where the ground is most likely to shake in the U.S. - a map so detailed it could...
Ancient fossils reveal when complex life flourished in earth’s oceans
In a remarkable scientific achievement, researchers have accurately dated some of the world's oldest fossils of complex multicellular life.
This research, led by a team...
New study reveals the mystery of Mars’ ancient waterways
Once upon a time, Mars, now a vast red desert, was home to flowing rivers and valleys, much like Earth.
Understanding how these Martian valleys...
How tiny space rocks reveal our planet’s wet beginnings
Once upon a time, about 4.56 billion years ago, our solar system was just a baby. Imagine a vast, swirling disk of dust and...
Scientists solve the mystery of Titan’s floating ‘magic islands’
Saturn's largest moon, Titan, has been a source of intrigue for scientists, especially since the discovery of what are called "magic islands."
These are mysterious,...
NASA confirms that 2023 was the hottest year on record
After analyzing the temperature data from 2023, NASA has concluded that it was the hottest year on record. This will surprise almost nobody.
If you...
Nanotyrannus is not just a young T. rex, shows study
In a fascinating turn of events, scientists have discovered that what was once thought to be young T. rex fossils are actually from a...