The Best Photos of the Big August Solar Eclipse
It’s been a century since the Iberian Peninsula has been in the full shadow of the moon. Here’s what it looked like in the path of totality.
Scientists Used AI to Create 16 New Viruses
The use of AI systems to create viruses opens up new possibilities for combating bacterial resistance. It also raises concerns about the pace at which technology is outstripping regulation.
New Firefighting Technologies Could Help Battle Blazes Like Those in France and Spain
Climate change is upping the odds of major wildfires, creating a need for new tools to combat them.
The 2026 El Niño Is on Track to Be the Strongest on Record
This climate phenomenon could cause a massive global temperature spike and cause economic losses of $10 trillion by 2032.
Scientists Have Identified a New Fossil Species of Axolotl in Mexico
Ambystoma quetzalcoatli is the first fossil salamander to be formally identified in Mexico, revealing that axolotls have inhabited the country for millions of years.
Mexico’s Victory Over Ecuador Made the Ground Shake. Was It an Artificial Earthquake?
Fans’ euphoric reactions to the Mexican national team’s recent victory in the 2026 World Cup caused a series of unusual vibrations that were detected by seismic warning systems.
Venezuela Earthquake Destruction Revealed in New Satellite Images
The maps and images show the extent of destruction and give rescue operations a tool to find any remaining survivors.
Venezuela’s Powerful Earthquakes Were a Rare ‘Seismic Doublet’
The country was hit hard by a pair of quakes that happened in quick succession and were likely driven by stress being transferred from one part of the fault that runs through the country to another.
1 in 4 World Cup Matches Could Be Played in Dangerous Temperatures
A new report warns that Miami, Kansas City, Philadelphia, Dallas, and Houston could be particularly hot places to play during the 2026 World Cup.
China Opens World’s First Wind-Powered Underwater Data Center
With an initial capacity of 24 megawatts, the innovative data center uses seawater as a natural cooling system.