How sand, marsh, and a treacherous inlet helped colonial forces defeat the British Navy at the Battle of Sullivan’s Island on June 28, 1776—a victory that saved the American Revolution.
Dark matter may not be a cosmic loner. New theoretical models suggest a hidden dark force could slow the growth of galaxies and clusters, challenging standard cosmology and the S8 tension.
Dr. Huang Dawei’s new study reveals alarming rates of coral bleaching and reef decline in the Coral Triangle, with economic and ecological impacts for millions.
Red-tailed hawks compensate for missing feathers during molt by adjusting wing and tail movements, a UC Davis study finds. Discover how these birds maintain flight performance with clever biomechanical tricks.
The Rosalia longhorn beetle, a brilliant blue saproxylic insect, faces extinction across Europe due to dead wood removal and climate change. Can conservation save it?
Analyze the science behind the drama of Vanderpump Rules—how social dynamics, loyalty, and group conflict unfold in reality TV’s biggest scandal, the Scandoval.
SpaceX president Gwynne Shotwell reveals plans for Starship-powered orbital data centers, Starlink expansion, and a realistic timeline for Mars colonization in a new interview.
Astronauts on the ISS have photographed cities hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup. See what these images reveal about urban growth, climate, and the beautiful game from space.
A rare meteorite found in Antarctica provides isotopic evidence of a giant protoplanet that existed in the early solar system, reshaping our understanding of planetary formation.
NASA’s Curiosity rover explores polygonal terrain on Mars, hinting at ancient wet-dry cycles. Scientist William Farrand explains the geology and what it means for the search for life.
Engineer Eric Fernandez, from a Central Coast childhood watching rocket launches, now leads signal-processing innovations for NASA’s Deep Space Network, enabling communication across billions of kilometers.
As the US celebrates its 250th birthday, a dangerous heatwave is set to bake millions from coast to coast. Experts warn of record temperatures and life-threatening health risks.