Geminid Meteor Shower: When, where and how to watch the magical phenomenon tonight
The Geminids are considered to be one of the most spectacular meteor showers of the year, with the possibility of sighting around 120 meteors per hour at its peak
Dec 14, 2020
Will a massive iceberg end up striking South Georgia island? Scientists unsure but tracking A68a’s movement
Iceberg A68a broke off from the Antarctic peninsula’s Larsen C ice shelf in July 2017
Dec 12, 2020
When will Geminid meteor shower peak? All you need to know about the spectacular phenomenon
Under dark, clear skies, the Geminids can produce up to 120 meteors per hour, so find a good spot, lay on your back and enjoy the dazzling display of fireballs
Dec 9, 2020
Season’s first Nor’easter slams New England with heavy snow and high winds, leaving many without power
The highest snowfall total recorded was 18 inches in Carrabassett Valley in Maine, according to the National Weather Service
Dec 7, 2020
Jupiter, Saturn will look like a ‘double planet’ on December 21, they won't be this close again until 2080
The last time Jupiter and Saturn looked so close from Earth’s vantage point was nearly 800 years ago. You will have to wait another 60 years to see this again
Dec 5, 2020
Iconic Arecibo Observatory’s 57-year-old telescope suffers catastrophic collapse ahead of planned demolition
No injuries were reported as a result of the collapse, but it caused damage to the observatory dish and surrounding facilities
Dec 2, 2020
Does intelligent life exist elsewhere in the universe? It's highly unlikely, say scientists
For life to evolve in the same way elsewhere in the universe, it would take longer than the projected lifespan of the Earth
Dec 1, 2020
Is fear of climate change making some Americans decide against having children? Study says it may be possible
96.5% of survey respondents are 'extremely concerned' about the well-being of their existing or hypothetical children in a climate-changing world
Nov 28, 2020
Iconic Arecibo Observatory’s 1000-feet telescope is beyond repair, will be demolished amid safety concerns
National Science Foundation will decommission the telescope, which for 57 years has served as a world-class resource for radio astronomy, solar system and geospace research
Nov 20, 2020
Leonids meteor shower: When will it be at its peak and all you need to know about one among the fastest moving comet debris
This year, it is expected to peak on the morning of November 17, during the dark hours before dawn
Nov 17, 2020
Will Iota bring life-threatening storms, extreme rainfall to Central America? Experts warn of 'dangerous hurricane'
Flooding and mudslides in Honduras and Nicaragua could be exacerbated by Hurricane Eta’s recent effects there, resulting in significant to potentially catastrophic impacts
Nov 16, 2020
Four astronauts take off for ISS in historic NASA-SpaceX mission: Everything you need to know about Crew-1
With the American-made Crew Dragon spacecraft on its way to the International Space Station, the US regains the ability to send astronauts on routine missions to space since the end of the space shuttle program in 2011
Nov 16, 2020
Top 10 astronomy events of 2021: From Quadrantids Meteor Shower to wolf moon, these are dates to watch
Follow this meteor shower calendar for the best dates
Nov 11, 2020
Who is Jim Bridenstine? NASA chief may quit Biden presidency, says agency will ‘need somebody who is trusted’
According to NASA administrator Jim Bridenstine, it is in the best interest of the space agency and US’s exploration program that he steps aside after the Biden administration takes over
Nov 11, 2020
What’s the cost of Donald Trump’s personal chopper that's up for sale? Here’s a look at 5 aircraft owned by him
Trump’s Sikorsky S76B comes with amenities such as a six-place executive cabin interior with paneling and a soundproofing system, gold seatbelts, and a storage drawer for ice and refreshments
Nov 9, 2020
Top scientists rail against US voters' inability to separate fact from fiction after 'horrific' election result
The votes are still being counted but one researcher regretted that the results did not repudiate Donald Trump’s presidency, while another saw it as a rejection of reality
Nov 6, 2020
What's the 28th named storm in 2020? Eta may intensify into hurricane before making landfall in Central America
Eta is the 28th named storm of the 2020 hurricane season and ties the record for most named storms in a single Atlantic hurricane season, previously set in 2005
Nov 2, 2020
Will Mars colonies follow Earth’s laws? Elon Musk’s SpaceX will not, company declares it a 'free planet'
'No Earth-based government has authority or sovereignty over Martian activities,' states Starlink app’s terms of service
Oct 31, 2020
How much is US responsible for plastic pollution? America is a top contributor to coastal environments, study says
Despite claiming a robust and accessible waste management system, the US produced more plastic waste in 2016 than any other country worldwide
Oct 30, 2020
Trump administration removes gray wolves from endangered species list, experts dub move 'premature and reckless'
The administration announced that gray wolves will not receive federal protection under the Endangered Species Act anymore, and that it is returning protection of these animals to states and tribes
Oct 30, 2020