Latest articles by Tia Ghose
12 surprising facts about pi to chew on this Pi Day
On Pi Day (March 14) we celebrate perhaps the most iconic irrational number on Earth. From its ancient origins to the unanswered questions, here are some of the most surprising facts about pi.
Will animals freak out during the April 8 total solar eclipse?
Humans aren't the only ones who get spooked during a solar eclipse; animals may change their behavior too, research shows. Here's what to expect on April 8, 2024.
'Simply did not work': Mating between Neanderthals and modern humans may have been a product of failed alliances, says archaeologist Ludovic Slimak
"When two populations are close to one another but they are very distinct — maybe they can have a different language and different traditions, they are in neighboring territories — they are going to exchange their women."
10 creatures that washed up on the world's beaches in 2023
Rare sightings and haunting creatures of the deep appeared on beaches around the world this year — here are 10
Live Science's top investigative stories of 2023
In 2023, Live Science reporters took a deeper look into the first Americans, killer whales and the sun's explosive peak.
Why are tarantulas so hairy?
Tarantulas use their "hair" for all kinds of things, including smelling and tasting.
Science news this week: Space tomatoes and sacred baboons
Dec. 10, 2023: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained.
We finally know how tardigrades mate
Researchers have discovered the first evidence that male tardigrades can find females by scent.
Adorable, newfound pygmy squid species named after Japanese forest fairies
Two new species of pygmy squid have been discovered off Okinawa and named after mythical creatures.
Deadly bacteria may be the culprit behind mysterious elephant die-off
Scientists found a potential cause of a mysterious die-off of African savanna elephants in 2020 after they discovered deadly bacteria lurking in six corpses.
7 creatures associated with death
From bats to hornbills, here are some animals that have historically been associated with death.
Science news this week: Horned comet and a mystery blob
Oct. 22, 2023: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
NASA's Parker Solar Probe smashes record for fastest man-made object
NASA's Parker Solar Probe has reached a record-breaking speed as it gets a gravitational assist from Venus to fall closer to the sun's scorching surface.
Are ghosts real?
Opinion One difficulty in scientifically evaluating is ghost are real is the surprisingly wide variety of phenomena attributed to ghosts.
What is pareidolia?
Pareidolia is the phenomenon in which people see faces or other patterns in ambiguous images, such as Jesus on toast or the man in the moon.
Animal sex: How birds do it
Animals have sex in all sorts of weird and wonderful ways. Birds have sex via an internal chamber called a cloaca that is present on both male and female animals.
What happens when a nuclear bomb explodes?
When a nuclear bomb goes off, the blast is only the beginning.
What is fission?
Fission is the process by which an atom splits into two, generating two smaller atoms and a tremendous amount of energy. Fission powers nuclear bombs and power plants.
Quantum computers could overtake classical ones within 2 years, IBM 'benchmark' experiment shows
A new experiment by IBM computers shows that quantum computers could soon outperform classical digital computers at practical tasks in the next two years.
10 ways to avoid summer tick bites
Experts shared tips with Live Science on how to protect yourself from tick bites and reduce your risk of tick-borne diseases.
Stunning images of the mysterious Nazca Lines in Peru
A gallery of images of the Nazca Lines in Peru.
The 12 biggest volcanic eruptions in recorded history
From Krakatoa to the Tonga blast, here are some of the biggest volcanic eruptions in recorded history.
'High Holiday' 420 has hazy origins
Though there are many urban legends out there, the origins of 4/20 as an international holiday to smoke marijuana are hazy.
