The Caves That Could Help Us Find, or Become, Aliens
From lava tubes on Mars to ice pockets on Europa, subterranean environments may offer the best chance of finding life—and living safely—beyond our planet.
A worst-case solar storm could trigger panic buying and public unrest, report warns
Scientists warn that extreme space weather could influence human behavior, from panic buying to protests and misinformation.
Marine Animals in the Strait of Hormuz Don’t Get a Ceasefire
As ships return to the Strait of Hormuz, mines, sonar, and congestion continue to reshape the Gulf beneath the surface.
You Should Be More Freaked Out by Shingles
The viral infection leaves millions with chronic pain, increased stroke risk, and lifelong nerve damage—yet vaccination rates remain dangerously low.
A worst-case solar storm could knock out satellites, GPS and power grids, report warns
Scientists outline how a once-in-a-century solar storm could disrupt the technology modern society depends on.
Flight Path Data Shows How Mosquitoes Target Humans
Scientists have quantified what draws mosquitoes to people—which could help make better, life-saving bug traps.
Artemis II Returns From Historic Flight Around the Moon
After traveling a greater distance from Earth than any humans before them, the astronauts of Artemis II have safely returned home.
The Future of the Artemis Program Is Riding on Reentry
Entire space programs have been canceled after a failure in the reentry phase. In the final test for Artemis II, astronauts will travel at 32 times the speed of sound as they return from the moon.
No One Knows Where US Vaccine Policy Goes Next
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s sweeping changes to federal vaccine guidance are paused for now. But even if they’re reversed, lasting damage has already been done.
How and When to Watch the Artemis II Mission’s Return to Earth
Splashdown for the Artemis II crew is scheduled for Friday evening, and NASA will livestream the historic homecoming.