Babylonian Map of the World: The oldest known map of the ancient world
The ancient map offers a glimpse of how the Babylonians viewed the world thousands of years ago.
By Alan Collins published
It's the first time Earth's geologic record — information found inside rocks — has been used to create an animation of this kind.
By Sascha Pare published
Every winter and spring, great white sharks that usually dwell off the coast of California gather in a remote section of ocean the size of Colorado — and scientists are slowly piecing together why.
By Samantha Mathewson published
The Triangulum Galaxy, the third-largest member of the Local Group of galaxies, is shining with star formation in a new image from the Hubble Space Telescope.
By Brandon Specktor published
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft will return to Earth today after undocking from the International Space Station without its crew. A livestream of the mission begins at 5:45 p.m. ET.
By Jennifer Nalewicki published
DNA analyses of human remains found at the site revealed that the majority of the male individuals buried there shared a paternal link.
By Emily Cooke published
At least 50 animals, including cattle and one moose, in Wyoming have died during a recent outbreak of anthrax. However, officials say the current risk to humans is small.
By Patrick Pester published
A stock image of an Indo-Pacific dolphin swimming (not the individual responsible for the recent attacks).
By Ben Biggs last updated
Looking to inspire the next generation of curious minds? These are our picks of the best popular science books for children of all ages.
By Jim Lucas last updated
reference Centrifugal and centripetal are two closely related forces that describe circular motion, but the meanings are often mixed up.
By Margaret Osborne published
Heat triggers a series of complex chemical reactions that change the color, flavor and texture of meat.
By Gavin Stoker last updated
The best binoculars for kids need to be lightweight, compact and easy to hold and use — we've rounded up our favorite models for kids young and old.