Latest articles by Jeanna Bryner
Humanity locked in a 'spiral of self-destruction' unless we change our perception of risk, UN says
'Optimism, underestimation and invincibility' have pushed humanity into a 'spiral of self-destruction,' new UN Global Assessment Report says
ISS and China's space station photobomb image of 4 planets aligned in the sky
The International Space Station and China's space station photobombed a four-planet line-up in the early morning sky for Italian astrophysicist Gianluca Masi.
Astronomers just discovered the farthest object in the known universe — but what is it?
The possible galaxy, located 13.5 billion light-years from Earth, has broken the record for farthest astronomical object ever seen.
Ukraine invasion's impacts on the world of science: Live updates
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is being felt far and wide, from risks to nuclear power plants to impacts on science experiments to fear of a nuclear war.
Bruce Willis diagnosed with aphasia: The science behind the disorder
Actor Bruce Willis announced he is stepping away from his career due to a diagnosis of aphasia, a neurological disorder that impacts language and speech.
Why did Russian cosmonauts wear Ukraine-flag colors?
Three cosmonauts donned Ukraine-flag colors when boarding the space station, but now the Russians say the fashion choice had nothing to do with support for Ukraine.
Mars mission on hold indefinitely after European Space Agency cuts ties with Russia
The European Space Agency (ESA) has unanimously voted to suspend a joint Mars mission with Russia.
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Sinkholes as big as a skyscraper and as wide as a city street open up in the Arctic seafloor
Giant "sinkholes" — one of which could devour an entire city block holding six-story buildings — are appearing along the Arctic seafloor.
Escaped petting zoo camel attacks and kills 2 men in Tennessee
A camel attacked and killed two men outside of Memphis, Tennessee, after escaping a petting zoo Thursday (March 10).
4-foot tsunami hits Tonga after explosive eruption of underwater volcano
A tsunami triggered by the explosive eruption of the underwater Tonga volcano in the Pacific Ocean slammed the shoreline of the Pacific nation Saturday (Jan. 15).
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Reindeer and Caribou: Facts about majestic deer
Reindeer and caribou are members of the deer family, and while they don't fly, they do have Rudolph's nose.
Bananas: Facts, benefits and nutrition
Reference Bananas are packed with nutrients and are good for your mental and physical health.
How the 'deadly December tornado' carved a 250-mile path through 4 states
The death toll in Kentucky could exceed 70 from the record-breaking tornado.
Rare total solar eclipse over Antarctica dazzles ... the penguins
Did any of the southern continent's waddling birds look up to catch the sky show?
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