Rare Black Moon to rise as 2024 comes to an end
The Black Moon, which is also sometimes called an invisible Moon, will rise on Dec. 30. The Moon will gradually become more visible as it heads to the first-quarter stage by Jan. 6.
Grieving orca who carried dead calf in 2018 now seen with newborn
An orca that captured the world’s attention in 2018 after she carried her dead newborn calf for weeks appears to be a new mother again, bringing a sign of hope to researchers.
Once thought extinct, over 1,300 rare snails released on remote island in bold conservation effort
Chester Zoo has reintroduced 1,329 critically endangered Desertas Island land snails to Bugio Island in the Atlantic as part of a major conservation effort.
What is Kessler Syndrome and the potential consequences for Earth of growing space debris?
What to know about the growing threat of space debris as satellites multiply and experts warn of potential orbital disaster.
Space calendar 2025: When to look up at the night sky
A month-by-month guide to meteor showers, eclipses and planet viewing opportunities visible across the U.S. in 2025.
NASA's solar probe attempts closest-ever approach to Sun
This morning, NASA's Parker Solar Probe was poised to make history by getting closer to the sun -- about 3.83 million miles away -- than any human-made object has ever gotten.
Burt, saltwater reptile star of ‘Crocodile Dundee,’ dies at over 90 years old
Burt, a saltwater crocodile who starred in “Crocodile Dundee," has died at more than 90 years old.
Drones are banned in these parts of NY: FAA list
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has temporarily banned drone flights in over 30 cities across New York. Here's a list of locations.
Drones are banned in these NJ cities: FAA
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is now banning drone flights in certain areas in New Jersey after numerous mysterious drones have been spotted, raising questions and concerns about their origin and purpose.
Timeline of NJ, NY drone sightings
Here's a timeline of when drones first started appearing over the New Jersey skyline -- and when the federal government became involved.
NJ mayor links drone sightings to missing radioactive material
Belleville Mayor Michael Melham suggested that mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey might be connected to missing radioactive material.
Ocean heat wave known as 'The Blob' blamed for killing half the population of bird species
The new study suggested that 4 million seabirds died following unusually warm conditions in the northeastern Pacific Ocean between 2014 and 2016.
Gov. Hochul announces federal drone detection system for NY
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Sunday that the federal government is deploying a drone detection system to the state to aid in investigations into recent drone sightings.
What we know so far about the alleged drones in NJ, NY: Residents remain skeptical
The drone drama in the NYC area is deepening. In recent weeks, several sightings of mysterious drones have been reported in parts of New Jersey. Here's the latest.
Geminid meteor shower peaks this week: Here's your skygazing forecast
The Geminid meteor shower's peak activity happens this week, when 120 meteors per hour are possible under the right conditions.
Monarch butterfly: Should they be given federal protections?
Depending on where they live in the U.S., some monarch butterfly populations could face extinction by 2080 if they aren’t extended federal protections, one expert said.
What's that in the sky? Experts speculate on mysterious drones flying over NJ
What is that in the sky? Mystery drone sightings in Delaware County, Philadelphia and New Jersey have prompted many questions and an expert says due to the shape and size of the object in the sky, it could even be a flying car!
Flight delays at Newark Airport due to staffing issues, weather
Travelers flying in and out of Newark International Airport (EWR) should be prepared for delays up to 1 hour and 36 minutes as of 2 p.m. Track flight delays here.
NASA delays Artemis Moon landing to 2027 after Orion heat shield investigation
An investigation has led to another delay in the Artemis II mission around the moon.
Aerial view of sharks hunting as a group wins science photography top prize
The unique image of the sharks claimed the top award and here are some of the other winners of this year's photography contest.