Humanity may not be extraordinary but rather the natural evolutionary outcome for our planet and likely others, according to a new model for how intelligent life developed on Earth.

This week, see what makes loggerhead sea turtles “dance,” track a cosmic “ghost particle,” uncover an ancient basilica, and ...

Scientists discovered tiny jets on the Sun that power both fast and slow solar wind. These jets eject particles and shape ...

Loggerhead turtles learn magnetic signatures for navigation and feeding, showcasing two distinct geomagnetic senses for migration, study finds.

Sea turtles navigate using Earth's magnetic field like a GPS. Scientists found they learn and remember magnetic locations.

There's a good chance the northern lights will be visible in the United States on Valentine's Day 2025. Here's why, and where to look for them.

More states in the northern U.S. will have a chance of seeing aurora borealis on Friday, as high-speed winds from a spot on ...

Valentine's Day could bring a dazzling display of the northern lights for stargazers in some parts of the U.S.

Discover the challenges and breakthroughs in nuclear fusion, the clean energy source of the future. Learn about the science ...

The turtles danced with the most enthusiasm in the tank when they knew they would get food. This was "strong evidence" that ...

Earth's magnetic field dramatically flipped a little more than 40,000 years ago. We can now experience this epic upheaval, ...

A new study out this week said that the Earth's inner core is less solid than previously thought. Scientists still have ...