Here you will find the latest topical and news stories in the world of Science.
On October 2, 2025, Redwood National Park will be 57 years old. Although 57 years is a long time, compared to the age of the coastal redwood trees the park is named for, that’s pretty … Read more
You see a complicated circular web that glows golden in the sunlight. A golden orb weaving spider has woven another masterpiece. You accidentally walk through it. The strands break and feel sticky. For a horsefly … Read more
Snake bites kill up to 138,000 people per year, and they permanently disable even more. Tim Friede was almost one of those people. In fact, the Wisconsin man spent four days in a coma after … Read more
Can you wiggle your ears? About one in five people can. New research shows that even if you can’t, you have ear muscles that automatically kick into action when you are straining to hear sounds. … Read more
In April of 2025, the Hubble Space Telescope celebrated its 35th anniversary. A telescope is an instrument that makes distant objects seem larger and closer. Hubble is a special kind of telescope that is in … Read more
Can you spin a toy hoop? A toy hoop is a plastic ring that you twirl around your waist. Some people can even use their arms or legs. The motion of your body keeps the … Read more
You might have seen these types of lighted signs hanging outside of businesses or on walls in your town. They are often called neon lights. They are named after one of the gases used to … Read more
Mosquito bites aren’t just itchy and annoying. They can cause dangerous diseases. These diseases affect millions of people each year. Experts recommend wearing long clothing to protect yourself from mosquito bites, but some types of … Read more
Are you wondering what happened to these trees? No—they haven’t been painted. This is the rainbow eucalyptus tree, or Mindanao gum (Eucalyptus deglupta). Its bark has natural stripes of brilliant colors. The rainbow eucalyptus is … Read more
Volcanologists [scientists who study volcanoes and volcanic activity] have reported an increase in earthquake activity at Mount Spurr since April of 2024. Mount Spurr is an active volcano located near Anchorage, Alaska—the state’s largest city. … Read more
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