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Japan Plans to Beam Solar Power from Space to Earth

The Sun never sets in space — and Japan has found a way to harness this unlimited energy.

These Male Octopuses Paralyze Mates During Sex to Avoid Being Eaten Alive

Male blue-lined octopuses paralyze their mates to survive the perils of reproduction.

Superbugs are the latest crisis in Sub-Saharan Africa

Researchers found an alarming rise in antibiotic-resistant infections among children.

Scientists Create a 'Power Bar' for Bees to Replace Pollen and Keep Colonies Alive Without Flowers

Researchers unveil a man-made “Power Bar” that could replace pollen for stressed honey bee colonies.

Ancient tree rings reveal the hidden reason Rome’s grip on Britain failed

Three scorching summers in antiquity triggered revolt, invasion, and a turning point in British history.

Conservative people in the US distrust science way more broadly than previously thought

Even chemistry gets side-eye now. Trust in science is crumbling across America's ideology.

Scientists filmed wild chimpanzees sharing alcohol-laced fermented fruit for the first time and it looks eerily familiar

New footage suggests our primate cousins may have their own version of happy hour.

China Just Powered Up the World’s First Thorium Reactor — and Reloaded It Mid-Run

They used declassified US documents to develop the technology.

This Caddisfly Discovered Microplastics in 1971—and We Just Noticed

Decades before microplastics made headlines, a caddisfly larva was already incorporating synthetic debris into its home.

Scientists warn climate change could make 'The Last of Us' fungus scenario more plausible

A hit TV series hints at a real, evolving threat from Earth’s ancient recyclers.

​A ‘Google maps for the sea’, sails ​and alternative fuels: ​the technologies steering shipping towards ​lower emissions

 Ships transport around 80% of the world’s cargo. From your food, to your car to your phone, chances are it got to you by sea. The vast majority of the world’s container ships burn fossil fuels, which is why 3% of global emissions come from shipping – slightly more than the 2.5% of emissions from […]

Why the Right Way To Fly a Rhino Is Upside Down

Black rhinos are dangling from helicopters—because it's what’s best for them.

Same-Sex Behavior Is Surprisingly Common in Animals — Humans Are No Exception

Some people claim same-sex attraction is "unnatural." Biology says otherwise

Crows seem to understand geometry — and we thought only humans could

In a remarkable new study, crows demonstrated an intuitive grasp of geometry—identifying irregular shapes without training.

Trump’s Budget Plan Is Eviscerating NASA and NOAA Science

Science is under attack.

Trump-Appointed EPA Plans to Let Most Polluters Stop Reporting CO2 Emissions

One expert said it's like turning off a dying patient's monitor.

In 2013, dolphins in Florida starved. Now, we know why

The culprit is a very familiar one. It's us.

Could man's best friend be an environmental foe?

Even good boys and girls can disrupt wildlife in ways you never expected.

Alcohol Helps Male Fruit Flies Get Lucky—But They Know When to Stop

Male fruit flies use booze to boost pheromones and charm potential mates—just not too much.

But they're not really dire wolves, are they?

and this isn't a conservation story

A 97-Year-Old Tortoise Just Became a First-Time Mom at the Philadelphia Zoo

Mommy has been living at the Philadelphia Zoo for 90 years, and waited until old age to experience motherhood.

Earth Might Run Out of Room for Satellites by 2100 Because of Greenhouse Gases

Satellite highways may break down due to greenhouse gases in the uppermost layers of the atmosphere.

Birds Are Changing Color in Cities. Here’s Why

Birds in cities are getting flashier — literally.

This Is How Autocrats Quietly Take Over and What You Can Do About It

We can't rely on just the courts. Reversing political backsliding needs the people's voices.

“Thirstwaves” Are Growing More Common Across the United States

Like heat waves, these periods of high atmospheric demand for water can damage crops and ecosystems and increase pressure on water resources. New research shows they’re becoming more severe.

Scientists Just Made Cement 17x Tougher — By Looking at Seashells

Cement is a carbon monster — but scientists are taking a cue from seashells to make it tougher, safer, and greener.

Underwater Tool Use: These Rainbow-Colored Fish Smash Shells With Rocks

Wrasse fish crack open shells with rocks in behavior once thought exclusive to mammals and birds.

This Freshwater Fish Can Live Over 120 Years and Shows No Signs of Aging. But It Has a Problem

An ancient freshwater species may be quietly facing a silent collapse.

Japan’s Cherry Blossoms Are Blooming Earlier Than Ever. Guess Why

Climate change is disrupting natural cycles.

Sharks Aren’t Silent After All. This One Clicks Like a Castanet

This is the first evidence of sound production in a shark.

Massive Attack Just Showed That Concerts and Tours Can Also Be Eco-Friendly

It's a climate experiment disguised as a concert — and it actually worked.

Your Gum Is Shedding Microplastics into Your Saliva

One gram of chewing gum can release up to 600 microplastic particles into your body.

A giant iceberg the size of Chicago broke away from Antarctica—then researchers found life they'd never imagined beneath it

An ancient Antarctic ecosystem is revealed after a massive iceberg breaks free.

This Medieval Bear in Romania Was A Victim of Human Lead Pollution

One bear. Six years. One hidden history of pollution brought to light by a laser.

New NASA satellite mapped the oceans like never before

We know more about our Moon and Mars than the bottom of our oceans.

For the first time ever, wind and solar produced more electricity than coal in the US

The "Age of Electricity" is here.

Some 31 million years ago, these iguanas rafted over 5,000 miles of ocean

New research reveals an extraordinary journey across the Pacific that defies what we thought was possible.

Scientists Just Engineered Bacteria That Make Biodegradable Plastic

Scientists have modified bacteria to produce biodegradable plastics from simple sugars.

Scientists Just Found a Way to Turn Sewage into Protein and Green Hydrogen

This new method of converting sewage sludge cuts CO2 emissions by 99.5% compared to conventional methods.

Lego, the World’s Largest (and Smallest) Tire Manufacturer, Makes a Major Eco-Friendly Upgrade

LEGO is turning ocean waste into playtime innovation.

Magnolias are so ancient they're pollinated by beetles — because bees didn't exist yet

Before bees, there were beetles

This Is What Antarctica Would Look Like Without Its Ice

Antarctica's most detailed map exposes its vulnerable future.

The Arctic Seafloor Is Full of Life — And We’re About to Destroy It

The Arctic Ocean is more than just icy waters, it harbors vibrant ecosystems — but it also harbors valuable oil, gas, and rare earth elements.

Your Clothes Dryer Is Costing You (and the Environment) More Than You Think

A new study found that machine drying costs U.S. households over $7 billion annually.

EPA Plans to Close Environmental Justice Offices, Leaving Communities to Face Pollution Alone

Environmental justice initiatives meant to ease pollution burdens on low-income and minority communities have lost support and funding as a result of recent actions by EPA administrator Lee Zeldin.

Lightning Strikes Plummet by 50% After Global Shipping Industry Cut Sulfur Emissions

An unplanned experiment takes scientists closer to solving a long-standing mystery.

Yet another study debunks "wind turbine syndrome"

A new study confirms the idea: the sound from wind turbines just doesn't make a difference.

Venomous love: These male octopuses inject venom into females so they can escape being eaten

In the perilous world of cephalopod romance, male blue-lined octopuses have evolved a shocking strategy to survive mating.

China’s Ghost Cities Are a Bigger Climate Problem Than We Thought

China's ghost cities aren't just an economic puzzle — they're a major environmental issue.

There's a Great Whale Urine Highway That Moves Nutrients Across Oceans

Whales migrate great distances and, as they travel, create nutrient superhighways in our oceans.

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