The Great Pacific Garbage Patch now holds tens of thousands of tons of plastic pieces, along with dozens of species that call ...

The exact moment when Earth’s most catastrophic mass extinction ended the dinosaurs’ reign 65 million years ago has remained ...

An enzyme found in papaya could lead to new medicines: a scientific review reveals the surprising pharmaceutical potential of ...

China begins construction of a mega dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River: a colossal project that is raising fears downstream in ...

About 1,800 miles (2,900 kilometers) below our feet, two enormous patches of strange rock sit above Earth’s core. New ...

Stem cells sent to the ISS return with signs of accelerated aging, revealing key risks for future space travel.

Cities can turn organic waste into biochar, a simple material that strengthens infrastructure and cuts pollution.

Winter rain in Europe is changing faster than scientists expected. Northern regions already face wetter winters once ...

A daily magnesium supplement alters the bacteria that produce vitamin D in the colon and could influence colorectal cancer ...

Immune system sends signals to the brain that reduce social behavior during illness, helping the body rest and recover.

Common insecticides harm sperm in rodents and may pose risks for human fertility. Simple steps can lower exposure, but key ...

Long-term calorie restriction reshapes the aging brain at the cellular level, maintaining healthier pathways that make it ...