
Twelve trillion tons of ice vanish from Earth’s polar caps
Satellite data reveals that Earth has lost over 12 trillion tons of ice from Greenland and Antarctica since 1979, driving sea-level rise and highlighting the urgency of climate action.

Satellite data reveals that Earth has lost over 12 trillion tons of ice from Greenland and Antarctica since 1979, driving sea-level rise and highlighting the urgency of climate action.

NASA has successfully powered on the primary instruments of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, marking the start of its commissioning phase and future surveys of the universe.

NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter images a new 60-foot crater caused by a SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage, providing data on impact dynamics and space debris risks.

A 240-million-year-old fossil from Tanzania, Mbiresaurus raathi, suggests dinosaurs originated earlier and were more widespread across Pangaea than previously believed.

A 66-million-year-old feather found in dinosaur dung helps explain why some bird lineages survived the mass extinction while others perished, highlighting the role of diet and habitat.

Ctenophores, or comb jellies, are biologically unique creatures that may represent the earliest animal lineage, offering insights into neural evolution and marine ecology.

The James Webb Space Telescope reveals a massive cosmic cloud in a new image, offering insights into star formation and the chemical evolution of the universe.

New research indicates T. rex had a body temperature of 97°F, suggesting it was warm-blooded and an active hunter, challenging traditional views of dinosaur physiology.

A strong El Niño has created high wind shear, suppressing hurricane formation in the Atlantic and leading to a historically quiet 2026 season.

A bacterium from Japanese tree frog intestines eliminated colorectal tumors in every treated mouse, offering a promising but early lead.

Europe has completed the final ITER Vacuum Vessel sector, marking a major manufacturing milestone for the world’s largest fusion experiment.

El Niño has reached "super" status, promising extreme weather globally. While some regions face drought and heat, others prepare for heavy rain and flooding, highlighting the need for resilience.

New advancements in converting Martian CO2 and water into methane rocket fuel offer a promising path for sustainable human exploration and reduced mission costs.

Italy’s fragmented space sector faces a major test as Europe seeks stronger capabilities, greater industrial scale, and more coordinated space development.

Russia’s Starlink rival Rassvet has failed to reach its orbit six months after launch, raising questions about the system’s progress.

Engineers are using dry air dehumidification and acoustic monitoring to combat corrosion and wire breaks in the Forth Road Bridge’s main cables.

Scientists reveal that Italy’s lower crust is detaching and sinking into the mantle, a process moving like a zipper that influences volcanism and seismicity.

Bumblebees are being used to distribute organic biocontrol powder to crops, offering a sustainable and effective way to fight plant diseases without chemicals.

JWST may soon identify the universe’s first stars using gravitational lensing, offering a glimpse into the cosmic dawn 100–250 million years after the Big Bang.

Safety experts explain that jumping castles are safe when properly anchored, supervised, and monitored for weather conditions like wind.

CERN physicists simulated cosmic ray collisions to study the formation of atmospheric particle showers, improving our understanding of high-energy astrophysics.

NASA is researching resilient crops and human health strategies to support long-duration space missions, focusing on sustainability and well-being.

Marine bacteria form cooperative networks to break down complex carbon molecules, playing a crucial role in the ocean’s carbon cycle and climate regulation.

Chemists have mapped the mechanisms of extreme chemical reactions, enabling advancements in energy, materials science, and planetary understanding.