Hidden secrets revealed in microscopic images of ancient artifacts By Mindy Weisberger published 16 January 21 A new exhibit showcases microscopy in archaeology, highlighting objects' unexpected beauty and revealing clues about the past.
China is opening the world's largest radio telescope up to international scientists By Chelsea Gohd published 19 December 20 Following the collapse of the historic Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico, China has opened the biggest radio telescope in the world up to international scientists.
Meet Au-Spot, the AI robot dog that's training to explore caves on Mars By Mindy Weisberger published 17 December 20 Robotic "Mars Dogs" could use artificial intelligence and sensors to investigate the Martian surface and map hidden lava tunnels.
Longest-exposure photo ever was just discovered. It was made through a beer can. By Stephanie Pappas published 14 December 20
How does a secure phone line work? By Benjamin Plackett published 12 December 20 Encryption tech can be either hardware or software.
Army officer's secret journal could offer new clues about the UFO crash in Roswell in 1947 By Mindy Weisberger published 11 December 20 An army officer was among the first people to inspect wreckage of a so-called UFO crash in Roswell, New Mexico, and he may have recorded clues about what he saw in a journal.
The best Montessori learning toys By Kasandra Brabaw published 3 December 20 Here's a roundup of Montessori toys for the little ones in your life who love to learn and have fun while they're at it.
The best science kit gifts for kids By Kasandra Brabaw published 1 December 20 Little scientists will have a bundle of fun with science kits; they will try their hand at making a potato clock, learning to levitate a pencil, creating a test-tube sunset and more.
Is the Boeing 737 Max safe enough to fly? By John McDermid published 30 November 20 The Boeing 737 Max began flying commercially in May 2017 but has been grounded for over a year and a half following two crashes within five months. Is it safe enough for liftoff?
The best Lego sets for alien, sci-fi, space fans and more By Kasandra Brabaw published 28 November 20 Attention, Lego fans! If you love aliens and UFOs, or spaceflight and sci-fi, we've got the perfect sets for you and your kids.
How do fax machines work? By Dani Leviss published 28 November 20 The first fax machine used telegraph lines and was patented 33 years before Alexander Graham Bell's famous first phone call.
Sphero RVR, the All-Terrain Programmable Coding Robot, Climbs To Black Friday Deal By Elizabeth Howell published 27 November 20 Beep, bop, boop and save 18%!
The best gifts for science nerds and geeks By Live Science Staff published 27 November 20 What's up, nerds? Here at Live Science we love shopping for science lovers. Check out this specially curated list of our favorite science-themed and geeky gifts.
Best dinosaur toys for all ages By Stephanie Pappas published 27 November 20 If you've got a youngster in your life who loves dinosaurs, we have suggestions for toys that will spark their imagination and curiosity.
Stratolaunch starts building Talon hypersonic plane for Mach 6 flights By Elizabeth Howell published 24 November 20 Stratolaunch has started construction on a prototype of a Mach 6 vehicle designed to launch from the world's biggest airplane.
Solar power stations in space could be the answer to our energy needs By Amanda Jane Hughes, Stefanie Soldini published 22 November 20 It sounds like science fiction.
Mysterious 'gene within a gene' found in the coronavirus By Peter Dockrill published 11 November 20 Researchers have uncovered a mysterious gene in the genetic code of the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 – a segment virtually hidden from view in the virus's genome, and largely overlooked until now.
Meet the zeptosecond, the shortest unit of time ever measured By Stephanie Pappas published 17 October 20 Scientists have measured the shortest unit of time ever, the time it takes for a particle of light to cross a hydrogen molecule.
Save 33% on Celestron's NexStar 130SLT telescope for Prime Day By Kasandra Brabaw published 14 October 20 Celestron's NexStar 130SLT computerized telescope is on sale for $333.16 for Amazon Prime Day 2020. That's 33% off its regular price.
Celestron's Skymaster 25x100 binoculars are just $219 this Prime Day By Kasandra Brabaw published 14 October 20 Celestron's SkyMaster 25x100 Astro Binoculars are is 47% off for Amazon Prime Day.
