Jupiter’s ice-covered moon Europa could harbor life, researchers say
Scientists have long assumed that the earliest life on Earth required a few basic prerequisites including water and an energy source — in this case, …
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Yellow cardinal spotted in Alabama baffles researchers who say it’s ‘one in a million’
It’s not often than a single wild bird can cause a stir within the birdwatching community but that’s just what one very special cardinal has …
If aliens exist, here’s what they most likely look like
Movies, TV shows, and video games have helped humanity paint a mental picture of what aliens might look like if we ever run into them, …
Scientists still can’t agree how much water is on the Moon, or figure out how to access it
Researchers studying far-off exoplanets do their best to determine the composition of those alien worlds based on the tiny bits of data they have available …
Doctors successfully remove largest brain tumor ever, which was practically a second head
Doctors in India have successfully removed what is being called the largest brain tumor ever to be operated on, freeing a mass of dangerous tissue …
Stunning report says ‘wild’ horses don’t exist, and haven’t for a very long time
Horses are one of the first animals that humans managed to domesticate. Humans have depended on horses for transportation, used them as agricultural tools, and …
NASA captures Jupiter’s south pole as you’ve never seen it before
Jupiter is the largest planet in our Solar System and, because of that, it’s been photographed many, many times. We’ve seen the planet’s swirling cloud …
These cave drawings might be proof that Neanderthals were just as sophisticated as humans
A newly discovered series of cave drawings is changing the way scientists think about Neanderthals, and could help to change some long-held beliefs about how …
Elon Musk just tried to catch falling bits of spacecraft with a giant net because sure, why not
SpaceX is the undisputed king of commercial spaceflight at the moment, thanks in large part to its highly efficient method of landing and reusing its …
Scientists gave this creepy crawling robot artificial snake skin, and it actually works
Robots come in all shapes and sizes, and while robotics experts are often inspired by nature when designing new bots, you probably wouldn’t think a …
The new video of Boston Dynamics’ robot dog is even more horrifying than the first one
This is it, ladies and gentlemen; you’re witnessing the exact moment the sentient robots will cite some day in the future when they’ve conquered the …
NASA’s Phoenix robot is being swallowed up by Mars
When NASA shot its Phoenix lander into space in August of 2007, it wasn’t expecting it to last very long. The robotic spacecraft touched down …
Watch live as SpaceX performs its groundbreaking internet satellite launch after scrubbing yesterday’s attempt
SpaceX is still riding high on a wave of public hype from its Falcon Heavy launch, but even as Starman sails through space the company …
Amateur astronomer witnesses something scientists have been waiting decades for
Victor Buso is a locksmith. He spends his days fiddling with locks and keys, and in his spare time he stares into the heavens in …
Watch real footage of Elon Musk’s Tesla flying through space as a tiny, insignificant speck
It’s now been a couple of weeks since Elon Musk and SpaceX launched the Falcon Heavy into space. Its payload, a Tesla Roadster with the …
Bizarre deep-sea fish can turn its eyes into multi-color flashlights
Life in the deep reaches of the oceans often takes on unusual forms to suit its surroundings. Some species of fish evolve into strange shapes …
Watch live as SpaceX launches the first of nearly 12,000 internet satellites into space
With the Falcon Heavy mission completed, SpaceX will return to its regularly scheduled Falcon 9 launches, starting today with a departure from Vandenberg Air Force Base …
Plants have been around for 100 million years longer than scientists thought, new research suggests
Previous assumptions about the age of ancient plant species is being thrown into question today, as new research suggests that flora took root here on …
Medical implants could be a future target for hackers, doctors warn
As the technology that powers medical implants grows more and more complex, researchers warn that they could become a prime target for cybersecurity intrusions. A …
Scientists hatch a baby dumbo octopus for the first time, and it’s melting everyone’s hearts
Earth’s oceans are filled with creatures that range from deadly and dangerous to cute and curious. Some are familiar, while others are downright bizarre. The …
New dinosaurs are being discovered in record numbers, and it’s changing everything we thought we knew
Every kid grows up loving dinosaurs. As we grow older we listen to science teachers explain how dinosaurs lived and died, we watch documentaries about …
New website tracks Musk’s Tesla Roadster and Starman as they fly through space
After weather forced SpaceX to delay the launch multiple times, Elon Musk’s aerospace company launched its massive Falcon Heavy rocket into space on February 6th. …
There’s something wrong with NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter
NASA has had an incredible streak of good luck as of late with spacecraft that have far outlived their expectations. Cassini at Saturn, the Opportunity …
Jupiter’s Great Red Spot may be dying, and could disappear within our lifetimes
With the exception of Saturn and its iconic rings, Jupiter is probably the most recognizable planet in our Solar System. Its long, thick stripes are …
Giant rodents are invading the West Coast
No populated area is without its share of mice, rats, and other pesky pests, but the West Coast is dealing with an influx of supersized …
Dog food recall: Here are all the brands and products being withdrawn
The J.M. Smucker Company announced last week that it was recalling a number of popular pet food products after it was revealed that they may …
Experts agree: There’s no real threat of a robot uprising anytime soon
The Twitterati have been freaked out for several days now over a video showcasing the creepy door-opening ability of the SpotMini, a dog-like robot from …
NASA’s Opportunity rover just discovered possible evidence of water on Mars
Mars is a big, dusty, dry ball of rock, sand, and dust… we think. Believe it or not, despite the fact that NASA has several …
A colossal Neptunian storm just vanished before our eyes
You don’t have to look far for fresh news about Mars, Saturn, or Jupiter these days, but Neptune doesn’t always get the same kind of …
NASA just discovered nearly 100 new alien planets as the search for life heats up
NASA’s Kepler space telescope was launched for the purpose of finding new objects, like planets, far off in space, and it has done its job …
