Lunar Volcanoes Are Far More Active Than Expected
Thanks to NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter and China's Chang'e-5 rover, we know for certain that our assumptions about lunar volcanism have been wrong.
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Why Scientists Have Reason To Believe Saturn's Core Is Oddly 'Fuzzy'
Perhaps the most interesting bit of information to come out of studying Saturn's rings is that the planet likely doesn't have a clearly defined core. -
Why The US-Mexico Border Is Where It Is
The border between the United States and Mexico has been fixed in its current location for over 150 years. Here's why it's located where it is. -
What We Know About A Terrifying, Prehistoric Sea Snake
What we know about a terrifying, prehistoric sea snake that some scientists think could have even eaten whales. -
A Harvard Astronomer's Stunning Theory About A 2014 Meteor Deep In The South Pacific
A fast-traveling meteor, which plunged to Earth in the South Pacific in 2014, has one Harvard professor wondering about the interstellar object's true origins. -
David Jewitt And Jane Luu's Exploration Of The Kuiper Belt Explained
The history of exploration is littered with examples of the intrepid searching the unknown for what they believe must be true. Here's one such story. -
The Murky Origins Of The Motorcycle
There was a slow evolution in the creation of the motorcycles we see and use today, in fact, the origins of the vehicle are somewhwat murky. -
Why King Charles III's Regnal Name Draws From A Dubious Past
Following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, many wondered if her son, King Charles III, would keep his name because of the interesting history of Charles I & II. -
A 2030s Supernova May Hold The Key To The Age Of The Entire Universe
If researchers are right, we'll see a supernova from the past in the 2030s, which could potentially lead to a better understanding of the age of the universe -
What Is The Science Mission Of NASA's Upcoming Artemis I Launch?
Before we can go back to the moon, we have to test the systems that will get us there, which started at the end of August 2022 with the launch of Artemis I. -
The Mysterious Celestial Object That Scientists Can't Agree On
There is a lot we still don't understand about outer space, and the latest is a mysterious celestial object that scientists can't agree on. -
These Are The People Queen Elizabeth Named Her Children After
Unlike in the Western world, when it comes to royalty, a name comes with a lot of history and isn't as simple as a first, middle, and last name. -
What We Know About The Alleged FBI Search Warrant On Trump's Mar-A-Lago Resort
On Monday, FBI agents visited former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago in a surprise raid, with outlets reporting it's in connection to missing documents. -
Antarctica's Massive Fish Nursery Is Home To Over 60 Million Icefish Nests
An extraordinary, and massive, discovery was made off the coast of Antarctica recently. Massive if only for the numbers involved: icefish nests in the millions. -
Antarctica's Melting Doomsday Glacier Should Be A Wake-Up Call
Scientists say the Thwaites Glacier — also known as the Doomsday Glacier — is showing increasing signs of instability as the Southern Ocean gets warmer. -
Why Haven't We Landed On The Moon Since 1972?
Depending on who you talk to, space may or may not be the final frontier. Either way, why haven't humans stepped on the moon's surface since 1972? -
The Mysterious Bundle Of 'Noodles' Isn't The Only Weird Thing We've Found On Mars
A mysterious bundle of "noodles" was recently found on Mars. But it's not the only weird thing that we've found on the Red Planet. Here are some others. -
Snakes Have The Ability To Predict Earthquakes
The ability to predict earthquakes would save lives and though the science isn't there yet, the behavior of snakes has helped predict at least two earthquakes. -
What The Different Hurricane Categories Really Mean
Hurricanes are rated on a scale of 1 to 5 based on their intensity and destructive capability. Here's what the different hurricane categories really mean. -
What Is The VX Nerve Agent That Was Used To Kill Kim Jong-Un's Brother In 2017?
Few weapons made by man have been so ruthlessly effective and so terrifying as chemical weapons. Here's the nerve agent that killed Kim John-un's brother. -
What Is A Sunspot?
The sun has been a source of admiration, worship, and scientific study. During the latter, scientists have studied sunspots, and here's what they've found. -
How Yellowstone National Park Could End All Life As We Know It
Among America's national parks, none has quite the reputation for beauty and diversity that Yellowstone does. Here's how it could end all life as we know it. -
How Long Would It Take For Humans To Travel To Jupiter?
Human beings have long evidenced a yen for exploration. Whether climbing a hill to see what's on the other side, or crossing an ocean -- what's out there? -
This Planet Rains Molten Glass And Has Wind Faster Than The Speed Of Sound
With that great big universe out there, you're bound to find enormous variations in planetary systems and planetary conditions themselves -- some quite extreme. -
How Is Einstein's Most Famous Equation Actually Used?
Albert Einstein is famous for a certain equation that helped propel physics into new realms. But, what does the equation actually mean and how is it used? -
What Would Happen If There Were No Stars?
What would life be like on Earth (and in the universe) if the fiery furnaces of the heavens never ignited and space remained a cold dark void for eternity? -
Monarchs Who Have Celebrated A Platinum Jubilee
In the United Kingdom, there is a nationwide party called a jubilee to mark the anniversary of a monarch's reign after 25, 50, and 60 years.
