Xenobots, world’s first living robots, can reproduce, scientists say

Scientists said xenobots are able to self-replicate and while they currently serve no purpose to the human race it could be the pathway in treating cancer and health issues.

Andean bear cubs on display at Queens Zoo

Two Andean bear cubs born at the Queens Zoo over the summer spent months in a den bonding with their mother. But the youngsters are now exploring the zoo's outdoor bear habitat.

NASA spacecraft ‘touches’ sun for first time ever, flew through star's upper atmosphere

It took a few months to get the data back, but NASA was finally able to confirm its spacecraft officially touched the sun and flew through its atmosphere, known as the corona.

7-foot beehive removed from St. Pete home, revealing 100 pounds of honey behind bathroom wall

A beekeeper was requested at a St. Pete home, where she found a 7-foot behive behind the shower wall. She believes there was around 100 pounds of honey and up to 80,000 bees living in there.

Drugged geese drown, landing Florida homeowners association in hot water

Ten geese drowned in a South Florida lake after a homeowners association's attempt to trap, sedate and euthanize them went horribly awry. 

Baby Komodo dragons on display at Bronx Zoo

Some Komodo dragon hatchlings are now on display at the Bronx Zoo. They hatched at the zoo in November. The Komodo dragon is the world's largest living lizard species.

4660 Nereus, asteroid the size of the Eiffel Tower, to fly past Earth

Asteroid 4660 Nereus is expected to come within 2.4 million miles of Earth on Dec. 11, which is close in asteroid terms. Here’s what to know about it.

Artificial intelligence can infringe upon human rights, experts say

A lot of artificial intelligence software relies on data from the past, which is ridden with historical injustices and inequalities. That makes the software itself problematic.

Recently-discovered comet visible from Earth for a short time

The comet called Leonard will be visible by earthlings for only a few days next week as it makes its way to the inner solar system.

NASA selects 10 new astronauts ahead of moon, Mars explorations

More than 12,000 applied for the coveted spots. The 10 selected are in their 30s and 40s, and face two years of training before becoming eligible for spaceflight.