Big Impact

NASA unveiled an image of the birth of a star that was taken by the James Webb Space Telescope. The Webb Telescope took its first images of the cosmos in July 2022.

A startup got the green light to test its flying car prototype — is Alef the future?

Scientists routinely spot phosphine gas in the atmosphere of Venus — does that mean the planet is habitable? Here's what to know.

A study found that some popular sparkling water brands contain concerning levels of forever chemicals. You may be surprised by the results.

There is a serious sriracha sauce shortage — here's what you need to know.

A large shark was caught on video swimming amongst the crowds of people on Navarre Beach, Fla.

Scientists estimate they may have discovered new octopus species in Costa Rica in an extremely rare "octopus nursery." Here's what to know.

Grant Haber had trees illegally cut down from his New Jersey neighbor's land. How much might Haber end up owing in fines?

In July 2023, a Swedish expedition discovered more than 500 new artifacts in Cyprus. Here's what you need to know about the discovery.

Astronomers were surprised when a gargantuan black hole suddenly "switched on," creating the brightest object ever witnessed.

Think you don't have what it takes to grow your own vegetables? These five hydroponic planters can help brand new home gardeners grow their own food.

The first image of a black hole provides a unique perspective into the largely unknown universe. Take a look at the first official image of a black hole and see what scientists have discovered since.

Commingled recycling, aka single-stream or dual-stream recycling, makes the recycling process easier for the public.

Solar flares can have quite interesting affects on the Earth, and in 2023, this is more true than ever.

Do crocodiles lay eggs? Here's a look inside a typical crocodile reproduction, plus, a new scientific discovery that could change everything.

On July 4, 2023, a South Carolina woman near a golf course on Hilton Head was killed in an apparent alligator attack. Here's what to know.

Nevada resident Colette Reynolds felt like a hostage in her own home due to the Mormon cricket infestation. She chronicled the nightmare on social media.

One couple on TikTok use a hack to kill wasps instantly. Here's what to know about the hack, plus, what other ways to get rid of wasps.

Oceanic spiders, also known as sea spiders, share a lot in common with land spiders. Here's all you need to know about these fascinating creatures.

A chimpanzee saw her first glimpse of wide open sky at a Florida rescue organization. Here's a look at how Vanilla the chimp reacted.

A California man was sentenced to prison for a cow manure Ponzi scheme that bilked investors out of almost $9 million.

Plastic Free July is a great opportunity to lower your impact by ditching single-use plastic.

Sustainable living is a cornerstone to living an environmentally-conscious lifestyle, and learning how to be more sustainable is a process that is constantly evolving.

Do orca whales eat dolphins? People are curious about these "killer" creatures of the deep. Here's what to know about their diet and more.

Eating a vegan or plant-based diet is easier than it sounds  — here are a few tips to make the transition smoother.

Cigarette filters are toxic to essential mosquito larvae, a scientific study shows. Here's how cigarette butts or filters harm the environment.

There have been reports of pink snow on the mountains in the Western U.S. Where does it come from?

Shein influencer trips are one way that the Chinese fast fashion company is trying to revamp its image, but can you trust influencers?

A proposed emissions rule in New York City aims to tackle carbon emissions by potentially scrapping wood and coal fired ovens.

Harry Styles fans love to wear feather boas to his concerts — but the feathers remain for weeks afterwards, becoming litter.

The deep sea vessel Titan that went missing on June 18, 2023, was a submersible, which is very different from a submarine.

A group of tourists in a submersible touring the Titanic wreckage went missing on June 18, 2023. Here's what the situation is now.

Celebrity chef John Mountain recently announced vegans would no longer be welcome in his restaurant. What does he have against vegans?

Scientists use recordings of healthy ecosystems to restore dying ones and reach new understandings of marine communication.

These scientists took a waste problem and turned it into affordable housing. Can you really turn diapers into concrete? Here’s what to know.

Zookeeper and former director of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Jack Hanna, has been in ill health since 2019. Here's an update on his status.

Dr. Robert Moore of San Jose loves dogs. And they love him back. About 200 pups showed up for Moore's 100-year-old birthday dog parade.

In 2018, researchers reported new findings that Gunung Padang in Indonesia was more than a large megalithic site, and actually a pyramid.

Dinosaur bones are being auctioned off to private buyers around the world, so what does this mean for the future of paleontology?

Why do sharks attack humans? Everything you know about these sea creatures might be wrong. Let's take a look at what we know.