Latest articles by Denise Chow
What is a solar eclipse?
Solar eclipses are some of nature's most dramatic celestial performances. Here's a look at the science behind the eclipse, and how to watch the next one on April 8, 2024.
Manhattanhenge: What makes New York City's iconic sunset so special?
Manhattanhenge, a phenomenon when the setting sun is perfectly aligned with Manhattan's grid-patterned streets, occurs twice a year with a full sunset, and twice a year with a half sunset.
Flying saucers to mind control: 24 declassified military & CIA secrets
From programs to build supersonic flying saucers to atomic bombs, here are the most fascinating declassified military and CIA secrets.
Amazon River 'Breathes' Carbon Dioxide from Rain Forest
River bacteria can break down plant-based carbon, exhaling it as carbon dioxide.
Cassini's Greatest Hits: Best Photos of Saturn and Its Moons
As the world gets ready to bid farewell to Cassini, we're looking back on some of the spacecraft's most amazing photos.
Hurricane Harvey Before and After: Satellite Images Show Storm's Destruction
Here are some before-and-after satellite images of Texas that show the devastation caused by Harvey.
Hurricane Irma: Everything You Need to Know About This Monster Storm
To help you stay on top of the storm's development, Live Science has compiled everything you need to know about Hurricane Irma.
Stunning Photo Shows Total Solar Eclipse's March Across Oregon Sky
A newly released composite photo of the total solar eclipse shows the entire celestial event as it unfolded over Oregon.
Total Solar Eclipse Leaves Southern Illinois College Town in Awe
Pesky clouds threatened to spoil the view for tens of thousands of people who journeyed from near and far to this southern Illinois college town to witness the Great American Solar Eclipse.
Crossroads of the Solar Eclipse: Best Photos from Carbondale 2017
Here are some of the coolest photos from in and around Carbondale, a city along the path of totality for the August 2017 solar eclipse.
Total Solar Eclipse Transforms Illinois Town Into a Celestial Super Bowl
When it comes to total solar eclipses, "X" marks the spot for this college town, and excitement is building as people gear up for what's being heralded as the "Great American Solar Eclipse."
Total Solar Eclipse 2017: Everything You Need to Know
To help you prepare for a fun and safe eclipse-viewing, Live Science has compiled everything you need to know, from where to watch, how to watch and the science behind the event.
Spotlight on Carbondale: Illinois Town Sits at Solar Eclipse 'Crossroads'
By pure cosmic coincidence, the town of Carbondale has found itself at the center of eclipse mania.
Elon Musk: AI Poses Bigger Threat to Humanity Than North Korea
Elon Musk recently tweeted that North Korea doesn't pose as much of a threat to humanity as the rise of artificial intelligence.
Franklin Becomes First Atlantic Hurricane of the Season
Franklin, a storm that has been churning off the southwest coast of Mexico, has become the Atlantic's first hurricane of the season.
Photos: The Incredible Life and Times of Amelia Earhart
Amelia Earhart remains one of the most celebrated aviators in history. Check out these photos of her incredible life and career.
Photos: The US Military's Next-Generation F-35 Fighter Jet
Check out these incredible photos of F-35 fighter jets in action.
13 Famous People Who Believe in Aliens
From pop stars to actors to politicians, here are some famous people think E.T. is out there.
Homo Naledi in Photos: Images of the Small-Brained Human Relative
See photos of the primitive-looking relative to modern humans.
Deep Blue vs. Garry Kasparov: 20th Anniversary of Epic Chess Match
Today marks the 20th anniversary of an epic chess match between IBM's computer Deep Blue and world chess champion Garry Kasparov.
Nike's Attempt to Beat 2-Hour Marathon Falls Just Short
Though Eliud Kipchoge was able to shave 2 minutes and 32 seconds off the current marathon world record, the elusive sub-2-hour marathon remains just beyond the grasp of humanity. At least for now.
How to Build the World's Fastest Marathoner
When it comes to the fastest runners in the world, there are four key things that can influence an athlete's performance: nutrition, shoe technology, course conditions and genetics.
