Heat Dome Scorches Eastern US as Fourth of July Approaches
A dangerous heat dome is roasting the eastern US ahead of July 4th. Millions face record temperatures, power grid strain, and health risks. Experts explain the science and how to stay safe.
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Two Centuries On, Chart Reveals Lost Navigation Genius of Red Sea Sailors
A 18th-century Red Sea chart reveals how Arab sailors navigated using wind patterns, bird flocks, and reefs—a system as precise as GPS, now decoded by modern science.
Japan Deploys Bear Cameras in Mountains as Attacks Surge
Japan deploys hundreds of cameras in northern mountains for a nationwide bear population survey after a record surge in attacks. Experts explain the crisis and what it means for rural communities.
Wildfires Rage in Southern France: 3,000 Evacuated as Heat Wave Strikes Early
Nearly 3,000 people evacuated in southwestern France as wildfires rage weeks ahead of schedule amid a record-breaking heat wave. Climate scientists warn of a lengthening fire season.
Feline Fleas in South Texas Carry Bacteria Behind Murine Typhus Outbreaks
New study confirms cat fleas in South Texas carry Rickettsia typhi, the bacteria behind murine typhus. Researchers link rising human cases to feline reservoirs.
NASA’s Artemis II Breaks Agency Streaming Record With 149M Views
NASA’s Artemis II mission drew 149.4 million views across its live streams, breaking the agency’s all-time record. Here’s how they did it and what it means for space exploration.
Caltech Welcomes Astrophysicist Ray Jayawardhana as New President
Ray Jayawardhana, an astrophysicist and exoplanet hunter, begins his tenure as Caltech’s 10th president. He outlines priorities in climate, space exploration, and diversity.
Curiosity’s Polygon Paradise: Mars Rover Explores a Fractured Landscape
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.
LINK Spacecraft Set to Boost NASA’s Swift Observatory in Historic Mission
NASA’s LINK spacecraft will attempt the first robotic boost of the Swift Observatory, extending its life by a decade. Launch set for July 2 from Kwajalein Atoll.
NASA’s Yearlong Simulated Moon Mission: Why You Should Volunteer
NASA is recruiting volunteers for a yearlong simulated Moon/Mars mission starting 2027. Learn what it takes to survive in isolation and why this matters for deep space exploration.
Mega-Droughts: The New Normal for the American West?
The American West is in the grip of a 22-year mega-drought, the worst in 1,200 years. Climate change is driving it. What does this mean for water, food, and your future?
AI Demand Forecasting Brings Precision to Textile Planning
Fraunhofer IWU develops AI demand forecasting for textile maker frottana, blending data with human know-how. Forecast error dropped 23% in six months.