Here are the most charismatic 20 animals — according to new science
Here are the results of the animal popularity contest.
Unusual heat waves in Britain are revealing traces of ancient civilisations
Heat is bringing out ancient features.
3 out of 4 black adults have cardiovascular problems by the age of 55
The best thing to do is to stick to a healthy diet and be physically active.
Rats are devastating coral reefs — but there’s also some good news
This could be a game changer for protecting some coral reefs.
Archaeologists find oldest known extract of Homer’s “Odyssey”
The stuff of legends.
Researchers find oldest pigmented biological molecules — they’re bright pink
It's still pink, after all these years.
Judges give harsher penalties when their favorite football team loses unexpectedly
We all get cranky for silly reasons sometimes, but this is a life-changing sentence we're talking about.
Couples who eat more seafood really do have more sex
Bon Appétit!
Artificial Intelligence is now beating us at shooter games
What will they do next?
Robots might soon be sanitizing hospital rooms, killing far more bacteria than humans
Robots do a much better job at sanitizing than humans ever could.
How the cryptocurrency boom could make or break Iceland’s economy
Iceland is welcoming a new generation of miners.
Adobe is using machine learning to help you spot Photoshopped pictures
Trust not your eyes.
Here’s why you should never stare into a laser pointer
Your mom was right.
Scientists zoom in on likely site of next San Andreas earthquake
Scientists have managed to see the unseen.
Somalian Jihadist movement bans plastic bags to protect the environment
This sure took a strange turn.
Wind power could be harvested on Mars — and this might be a game changer
This could be a game changer.
How cycling races could help scientists study the effects of climate change
It's another piece of evidence documenting the effects of climate change.
In a warming world, air conditioning only makes things worse
Researchers also propose a solution: switching to clean energy.
Broadband equipment could be used to study faults and other geological features
Cables could do much more than offer you internet.
The Deepwater Horizon oil spill was 8 years ago. The ocean is still struggling to recover
The damage is still going.
As China continues to reduce its emissions, scientists call for “cautious optimism”
It's good news, just not *very* good news.
Hawaii Authorities: Please don’t swim near erupting volcano
Shocking, really.
The world’s first animals also caused the first global warming event — but it took 100 million years
There's a metaphor here, and an important lesson for ourselves.
30 years ago, James Hansen warned Congress of climate change. He was on point
Like Cassandra, the priestess cursed to predict the future and not be believed by anyone, James Hansen's appeal has largely...
How a stork landed researchers a $2,700 phone bill
It was a hell of a long-distance call.
Researchers find rare hydrothermal vent off the coast of Portuguese islands
It's one of the most unique ecosystems on Earth.
Scientists mapped how many places we spend our lives in — and the number is pretty small
What are your 25 places?
AI is starting to beat us at our favorite games: Dota2
AI killed the video game star.
Researchers use machine learning algorithm to detect low blood pressure during surgery
Technology enters the surgery room.
Women ask for raises just as much as men do — but they just don’t get them
Things are still murky when it comes to the gender pay gap.
Scientists warn of the risks of normalizing obesity
It's important to spread body acceptance, but this can also be dangerous.
Coffee consumption might actually protect your heart, new study concludes
Good news, everyone!
Want to enjoy popcorn more? Try eating it with chopsticks
Also, here's why I'm drinking water out of a jar.
Urban ‘forests’ can store almost as much carbon as tropical rainforests
We should appreciate what we have -- and I mean trees.
Dogs can detect agricultural diseases
Man's best friend can be the best technology.
Haven’t read a book lately? Blame Netflix, researchers say
However, people who do read books are reading much more than before.
Potholes could be fixed by asphalt-printing drones
The future is finally here.
Scientists discover new genus of gibbon monkey in ancient Chinese tomb
Unfortunately, the story has a sad twist.
Your efforts to save water? They’re actually working
Don't let the downers get to you -- saving water actually works.
Six new spider species discovered, named after children’s tales goblins
Spiders, goblins, and brownies.
Scientists find ‘nude’ creature that lived half a billion years ago
An unusual creature form a long, long time ago.
Small arms, tongue-tied: T-Rex couldn’t stick its tongue out
Put that tongue back in, Jurassic Park!
Americans own 46% of the world’s guns — more than the next 25 countries combined
Does the world really need more guns?
Scientists find the first manta ray nursery
The gentle giants of the oceans take good care of their offspring.
Japanese fans clean up stadium after World Cup game
We interrupt our regular science broadcast for some wholesome news.
Coral havens might bring worldwide hope for reefs
The overall situation is still very bleak, but there are a few very bright spots.
Scientists might soon be able to use underwater cables as seismometers
This could also be used to study ocean noise and sealife migration.
Why are climate change deniers more likely to be racist?
Well well, here's a surprising correlation.
Myths about Hay Fever — and how to beat it
Hay fever is in full swing, and the myths are a-plenty.
Kilauea erupts with massive explosion [photos and videos]
Things continue to be pretty nasty in Hawaii.