Expect another above-average hurricane season in 2022, NOAA predicts By Harry Baker published 24 May 22 NOAA has announced that the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season is likely to be more active than average for the seventh year in a row.
Giant ‘dragon of death’ with 30-foot wingspan unearthed in Argentina By Jennifer Nalewicki published 24 May 22 Scientists recently discovered fossils in Argentina that belong to Thanatosdrakon. The specimens are the largest pterosaurs ever found in South America.
A meteor shower outburst from a shattered comet may spawn a new tau Herculids display on May 30 By Joe Rao published 24 May 22 The tau Herculids from comet 73P/Schwassman-Wachmann which began to fragment in 1995 may make an appearance on the night of May 30-31.
Spiraling vortex of 60 sharks rips apart a dead humpback whale in mesmerizing new video By Harry Baker published 24 May 22 There were potentially even more sharks in the swarm.
Why can't babies drink cow's milk? By Donavyn Coffey published 24 May 22 Milk isn't the same across species. Here's the science of why babies shouldn't drink cow's milk until they're older.
Gorgeous paintings of ancient Egyptian goddesses revealed under layers of bird poop By Owen Jarus published 24 May 22 Archaeologists in Egypt have uncovered colorful ceiling frescoes in an ancient Egyptian temple.
Monkeypox outbreaks tied to sex at 2 raves in Europe By Jeanna Bryner published 23 May 22 The current outbreaks of the monkeypox virus in Europe and North America might have originated and spread through sex at two raves in Spain and Belgium.
What do camels eat in the desert? By Jeanna Bryner published 23 May 22 Camels' large, leathery mouths can handle the prickly thorns of almost any kind of desert vegetation, including that which other desert animals steer clear of.
What is the world's tallest tree? By Tia Ghose published 23 May 22 The largest coastal redwoods tower more than 350 feet above the ground.
Ancient Chinese woman faced brutal 'yue' punishment, had foot cut off, skeleton reveals By Tom Metcalfe published 23 May 22 Archaeologists think the missing foot of a woman buried in China almost 3,000 years ago was amputated as a criminal punishment, according to a new study.
Kayakers find 8,000-year-old human skull in Minnesota By Stephanie Pappas published 23 May 22 A pair of kayakers discovered a skull fragment near the Minnesota River. Authorities were shocked to learn that the bone was 8,000 years old.
Why do parrots live so long? By Charles Q. Choi published 23 May 22 Scientists may have untangled the mystery as to why parrots have such long lifespans.
What did ancient Egypt's pharaohs stash inside the pyramids? By Owen Jarus published 22 May 22 The ancient Egyptian king Tutankhamun was entombed with lavish grave goods. What were other Egyptian pharaohs buried with in ancient times?
Asteroid four times the size of the Empire State Building barreling toward Earth on May 27 By Brandon Specktor published 22 May 22 The near-Earth asteroid 7335 (1989 JA) will make a close approach to our planet on May 27, 2022, flying within about 2.5 million miles of Earth.
Do bees really die if they sting you? By Joe Phelan published 21 May 22 Here's the science behind whether all bees die after stinging humans.
Cats can memorize their friends' names, new study suggests By Brandon Specktor published 21 May 22 Cats may be able to remember the names of cohabitating cats — but it depends where they live, new research suggests.
Asian elephant mom carries dead calf for weeks, new eye-opening videos reveal By Stephanie Pappas published 21 May 22 Asian elephants, like their African cousins, seem to mourn their dead, sometimes carrying their lost infants for days or weeks.
Monkeypox outbreaks: Here's everything you need to know By Tia Ghose, Jeanna Bryner published 20 May 22 Cases of the rare monkeypox virus are popping up in Europe and the United States. Here's what you need to know about the virus.
'Ghost' fossils preserve haunting record of ancient life on a hellish Earth By Joanna Thompson published 20 May 22 Ghostly imprints of very tiny "nannofossils" can offer a valuable window into our planet's past — and hint at its possible future.
Monkeypox cases double in UK, pop up in US By Stephanie Pappas published 20 May 22 Monkeypox infections are appearing in Europe and North America, a rare occurrence for a disease endemic to west and central Africa.
