The Moon will pass close to the Pleiades star cluster tonight in a visible conjunction. Look west after sunset to see the Moon beside the “Seven Sisters.” No telescope is needed, though binoculars enhance the view.
Iranian students have staged protests for a third consecutive day, calling for reform and voicing opposition to President Ebrahim Raisi amid ongoing political and economic grievances.
Infrared and radio observations reveal the Tarantula Nebula in the Large Magellanic Cloud as one of the most active star-forming regions near the Milky Way, offering insight into cosmic evolution
The U.S. has evacuated non-essential embassy staff and families from Beirut amid fears of conflict with Iran, keeping a core team to continue diplomatic operations.
A grandfather died after falling during his first shore fishing trip, leaving family members to pay tribute to “the most amazing person” and remember his enduring impact.
Six planets — Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, and Uranus — will be visible in the evening sky at the end of February. Look west after sunset for the best view.
New Zealand will have prime viewing of a total lunar eclipse, where the Moon turns red during totality. The event is safe to watch and visible nationwide, weather permitting.
A Blyth driver was jailed after traveling at extreme speed and causing the death of Claire Laybourne, an adored mother remembered by her family.
A paleontologist in Missouri uncovered a mammoth bone dating back to the Ice Age, offering new insight into prehistoric life and ancient ecosystems in the American Midwest.
A drug dealer was convicted of murdering a mother by stamping on her while high on cannabis. The court imposed a life sentence, rejecting intoxication as mitigation.
Scientists have identified a 500-kilometer submarine canyon beneath the Atlantic, likely shaped by deep mantle activity and tectonic forces over millions of years.
Studies suggest cleaner fish display complex cognition and possible self-recognition, challenging long-held beliefs that self-awareness is limited to mammals.
Astronomers using Cassini data say they have refined Saturn’s rotation rate and gained new insight into the age and origin of its iconic rings.
An independent review found the Nottingham attacker was not sectioned due to clinical assessments — not because of his race — while identifying systemic failings in mental health oversight.
Police are investigating after students allegedly used fireworks to kill a sheep, prompting outrage and renewed concerns about rural crime and animal welfare.
NASA’s Curiosity Rover captured detailed images of spider-like formations on Mars, created by seasonal carbon dioxide frost processes, not biological life.
Scientists say there is no single “good dad gene.” Fatherhood is shaped by multiple genes, hormones, brain changes, and environment working together.
Scientists traced an unusual lithium plume in Earth’s upper atmosphere to the reentry of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage, highlighting growing interest in spaceflight’s atmospheric impact.
A mother and her seven-year-old daughter died in a crash near a tunnel in Surrey. Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses.
New data suggests cautious hope for south-east Queensland’s koala population, but conservation advocates warn that lasting recovery depends on stronger habitat protection and oversight.
Studies show Greenland’s most extreme ice melt events are intensifying due to rising Arctic temperatures, contributing to accelerating global sea-level rise.
A new study finds that horse whinnies contain a high-frequency whistling element, helping the call travel long distances and possibly aiding recognition among herd members.
Peter Mandelson, former UK ambassador to the U.S. and senior political figure, was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office tied to his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, following revelations in released Department of Justice documents.
Lawmakers in New York are exploring rent control for commercial spaces to help small businesses stay afloat amid rising rents, reflecting a balance of policy and community values.