Trending Science News
A tiny molecular basket unlocks a powerful new kind of chemistry
Rice University researchers developed a method to create lanthanide oxo compounds by enabling oxygen to form rare interactions with neodymium, potentially opening new synthetic chemistry possibilities.
Birth of pine marten kits ‘a fantastic sign’ for Exmoor comeback
Pine marten kits have been born on Exmoor for the first time in over a century, marking a successful reestablishment effort by the Two Moors Pine Marten Project.
Milky Way flipped in collision with dwarf galaxy 10bn years ago, astronomers say
Astronomers found that the Milky Way was flipped on its side by a collision with a dwarf galaxy about 10 billion years ago, fundamentally reshaping our galaxy’s structure and orientation.
Rivers of magma once bubbled beneath crust of Mars, research suggests
Research analyzing seismic data from Mars suggests the planet once had rivers of molten rock beneath its crust, potentially making it more habitable and indicating other rocky planets may also support life.
A strange quantum effect dramatically boosts energy transfer
Researchers identified a new quantum mechanism called proton shuttle-assisted triplet energy transfer that dramatically improves energy movement in materials, with potential applications in solar cells, lasers, and catalysis.
Ancient ferns turned Triassic Europe into a wildfire inferno
Ancient ferns dominated fire-ravaged Triassic landscapes in Europe approximately 201 million years ago, creating conditions that fueled massive wildfires during a major extinction event.
Scientists discover the Sun contains 55% more silver than expected
Researchers at Uppsala University have determined the Sun contains 55% more silver than previously estimated, using improved atmospheric models and spectroscopy techniques.
Venus may be tearing itself apart from within
New computer simulations suggest some of Venus’s enormous rift valleys may be much younger than previously thought, indicating the planet remains geologically active with potentially young tectonic features.
Scientists put the “recycling is a distraction” claim to the test
Scientists found no evidence that personal climate actions like recycling reduce support for broader climate policies, challenging the “recycling is a distraction” argument.
The most unpredictable meteor shower of the year peaks next week. Here’s what to expect
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.The June Bootids usually produce just a handful of meteors, but this notoriously unpredictable shower has a history of surprise outbursts. | Credit: Created in Canva...
Illegal excavation reveals grand Roman villa with elaborate mosaics
A Roman villa with intricate mosaics has been unearthed on the outskirts of the Italian capital, in a remarkable discovery that emerged after police were alerted to a clandestine dig on government land.The property is located in what is now the village of Castel di...
Deep-sea denizens go years without food with clever biological fix
By Marta SerafinkoJune 19 (Reuters) - A pill bug dwelling under a garden pot curls its body into a tiny armored ball as self-defense. Far below the ocean surface, some of its much larger relatives face a harder problem: how to stay alive when the next meal may not...
Thousands of baby seals died on two remote sub-Antarctic islands. Scientists now think they know why
A deadly strain of bird flu sweeping through remote islands near Antarctica has devastated the native wildlife population, killing an estimated 13,000 seal pups, as well as penguins and seabirds, researchers say.Drone surveys conducted by the Australian Antarctic...
Researchers find “Pink Planet” has salty clouds: “We were very surprised”
Researchers studying the universe's "Pink Planet" have discovered an unexpected feature in its atmosphere: clouds made of salt.A team of astronomers led by Northwestern University used the James Webb Space Telescope to discover a salty cloud atmosphere unlike anything...
Scientists trace high-energy ghost particle to the ‘Shadow Blaster’ galaxy
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.The gravitationally lensed galaxy "Shadow Blaster," likely source of the high-energy neutrino event IC 210922A, detected by the IceCube Neutrino Observatory in 2021....
James Webb Space Telescope finds a salty surprise on famous ‘Pink Planet’
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.An illustration of the Pink Planet GJ504b and the salty clouds discovered by the JWST. | Credit: Robert Lea (created with Canva)Using the James Webb Space Telescope,...
Watch SpaceX launch new batch of US spy satellites from California early on June 19
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launches the NROL-172 mission from California on May 11, 2026. | Credit: SpaceXSpaceX will launch the latest batch of spy satellites for the...
Why a strong El Niño leaves tropical commodities acutely exposed
(Remove graphic) By Marcelo Teixeira and May Angel LONDON/NEW YORK, June 17 (Reuters) - Global forecasters say a strong El Niño weather pattern is increasingly likely to develop in the second half of the year, boosting temperatures, disrupting rainfall and posing...
Astrophotographer captures a cosmic lagoon glowing 5,200 light-years from Earth (photo)
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.The Lagoon Nebula photographed glowing in the constellation Sagittarius. | Credit: Noah GylesAmateur astrophotographer Noah Gyles has shared a stunningly detailed...
These Mars valleys are hiding 30 dust devils | Space photo of the day for June 18, 2026
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.This image is from ESA's Mars Express shows part of Mamers Valles, a huge valley system in Mars' northern hemisphere. | Credit: ESA/DLR/FU BerlinIt's always a treat...
New discovery may have been Stonehenge prototype
A 5,000-year-old structure discovered in southwest England may have been a prototype for the development of Stonehenge, according to archaeologists.The structure, which consisted of two wooden poles placed 120 meters (394 feet) apart, would have lined up with the...
FEATURED
Science Articles
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.