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How to stay cool in a heat wave even without air conditioning
Heat can be dangerous, but health experts say there are ways to manage the threat. Scorching temperatures, especially combined with high humidity, pose risks particularly for children, older people and those with certain health conditions. Climate change is also...
The largest digital camera ever built begins decade-long survey of the universe
NEW YORK (AP) — The largest digital camera ever built is starting to capture images of unseen corners of the universe.The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has officially begun its cosmic survey, meant to capture swathes of the sky in more depth and detail. Perched on a...
America 250: How has telescope technology evolved since the dawn of the U.S.?
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.The Yerkes one-meter refractor on display at the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago. | Credit: The Field Museum Library/Wikimedia CommonsThe past 250 years of optical...
America 250: Here’s how to find a star whose light began its journey toward Earth in 1776
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.Spica shines in the constellation Virgo 250 light-years from Earth. | Credit: Roberto Mura via Wikimedia Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International license.The...
Fossil kept in drawer for decades turns out to be first ever Antarctica dinosaur bone
A fossil that was sitting in a collection drawer for decades has been found to belong to the first dinosaur remains ever discovered in Antarctica.The vertebra or backbone was found in 1985 by a British Antarctic Survey (BAS) expedition, but was initially assessed as...
Heat waves push more Europeans to embrace air conditioning
London — Many Europeans have long seen air conditioning as an unnecessary, costly, carbon emissions-heavy indulgence. But as the continent's summers get hotter, claiming more lives as they do, that appears to be changing.Over the last week, 40 people died in France...
NASA aims to save a sinking space telescope with a rendezvous in orbit
NASA plans to launch a mission Tuesday to save one of its workhorse space telescopes.For more than two decades, the agency’s Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory has been circling Earth studying gamma-ray bursts, the most powerful explosions in the universe, which are...
‘The start of a new era’: Rocket Lab buying satellite-communications company Iridium for $8 billion
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. A Rocket Lab Electron rocket launches South Korea's NEONSAT-1A satellite from New Zealand on Jan. 29, 2026. | Credit: Rocket Lab California-based launch company...
Watch 2 NASA astronauts fix ISS’ huge robotic arm during June 30 spacewalk
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission.NASA astronaut Jessica Meir waves at the camera during a seven-hour, two-minute spacewalk outside the International Space Station on March 18, 2026. | Credit: NASATwo...
Millions of years ago, the megalodon ruled the oceans – why did it disappear?
Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to [email protected] did the megalodon shark go extinct, and why? – Landon, age 10Imagine traveling back in time and observing the...
Record US drought sparks worries about fires, water supply and food prices
Drought in the contiguous United States has reached record levels for this time of year, weather data shows. Meteorologists said it's a bad sign for the upcoming wildfire season, food prices and western water issues.More than 61% of the Lower 48 states is in moderate...
The Lyrid meteor shower is visible now and peaking soon. Here’s how to spot it
NEW YORK (AP) — This year’s Lyrid meteor shower is getting a boost thanks to a dim crescent moon. Skywatchers could see 10 to 20 shooting stars per hour soar across the spring sky, according to NASA, when the fiery display peaks Tuesday night into Wednesday...
Wildfires used to ‘go to sleep’ at night. Climate change has them burning overtime
WASHINGTON (AP) — Burning time for North American wildfires is going into overtime. Flames are lasting later into the night and starting earlier in the morning because human-caused climate change is extending the hotter and drier conditions that feed fires, a new...
I’ve fired one of America’s most powerful lasers – here’s what a shot day looks like
If you walk across the open yard in front of the Physics, Math and Astronomy building at the University of Texas at Austin, you’ll see a 17-story tower and a huge L-shaped building. What you won’t see is what’s underneath you. Two floors below ground, behind heavy...
Ancient teeth reveal clues to the environment humans’ early ancestors evolved in millions of years ago
Teeth are like tiny biological time capsules. They tell stories about ancient diets and environments long after their owners have died and landscapes have changed.After bones break down, tooth enamel stays hard and unchanged, even in fossilized teeth that have been...
Ancient cave, hippo bones found under castle: “Once-in-a-lifetime discovery”
Researchers find oldest Homo sapien remains yet 01:31A prehistoric hidden cave and hippo bones found beneath a Welsh castle could transform understanding of ancient life in Britain, researchers said Thursday, calling the site a "once-in-a-lifetime discovery."Previous...
Scientists decipher the geological history of the Grand Canyon
By Will DunhamApril 17 (Reuters) - The Grand Canyon is a marvel on the landscape of North America, a breathtaking geological feature in the southwestern U.S. state of Arizona presenting dramatic contours and richly colored vistas.Research is now providing insight into...
China’s Shenzhou-21 astronaut crew to stay in space an extra month
HONG KONG, April 17 (Reuters) - China's Shenzhou-21 astronaut crew will stay in space for an extra month, after careful consideration from China's Manned Space Engineering Office, the country's state broadcaster reported on Friday.The Shenzhou-21 space rocket and...
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
Artemis II astronaut describes "the most unique thing" he saw on the far side of the moon 02:24It's been a little less than a week since the Artemis II crew splashed down off the coast of San Diego, and as the four astronauts adjust to life back on Earth, they've also...
‘I just screamed. I was so happy’: Artemis II astronauts describe joy of returning to Earth
Although it has been nearly a week since the four Artemis II astronauts completed their mission around the moon, the crew said Thursday that they have not yet fully come down to Earth mentally or been able to reflect on the big moments of their journey.“I haven’t...
Five seconds of free fall: Astronauts describe historic moon mission — and nail-biting return to Earth
The four Artemis II astronauts, fresh off a bold and risky mission that captured the hearts of a world in tumult, took questions Thursday for the first time since their return.The crew — including NASA’s Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch, and Canadian...
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