Syphilis reaches 1950s levels in US, while other STD rates show mixed trends
The U.S. syphilis epidemic isn't abating, with the rate of infectious cases rising 9% in 2022, according to a new federal government report on sexually transmitted diseases in adults.
Telescope captures stunning images of not 1 but 19 spiral galaxies
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope was launched on Christmas Day 2021. Images possibly reveal billions of stars outside of our Milky Way galaxy.
The only other time a space shuttle was stacked in California
When the space shuttle program was initially developed, NASA expected to fly dozens of missions per year, not just from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, but also from a launch site on the West Coast.
Boeing withdraws safety exemption request amid growing scrutiny after 737 Max incident
Boeing is retracting a request for a safety exemption crucial for certifying its new 737 Max 7 model following an alarming incident where a door plug blew out on a 737 Max 9 mid-flight.
Here's what the Pentagon's former UFO hunter learned on the job
The Pentagon official who led efforts to centralize UFO investigations has some harsh words for some members of Congress.
How to photograph the moon with your cellphone
With a few tricks to improve your cellphone photography skills, you can capture the glowing moon in all its glory.
NASA's Ingenuity helicopter takes final flight on Mars
NASA's Ingenuity Mars helicopter was widely acclaimed to be the "Wright Brothers moment" of space exploration. Officials made the unexpected announcement this week that its mission has ended.
Man accused of hoarding over 100 exotic animals at Nassau County home
A man in Nassau County is facing charges after being accused of hoarding over 100 exotic animals inside his home's basement and backyard.
First-ever successful IVF pregnancy in rhinos could save species from extinction
There are only two northern white rhinos left in the world and this recent scientific development could save them from extinction.
Yankees could face cosmic challenge vs. Marlins during NYC solar eclipse
Although the eclipse will only be partial, the moon will cast its shadow over Yankee Stadium as the two East Coast franchises play.
Japan's SLIM moon lander hit its target, but it appears to be upside-down
Japan’s space agency said Thursday that its first lunar mission hit the tiny patch of the moon's surface it was aiming for, although the probe appears to be lying upside-down.
Celebrity bald eagle 'Rover' returns to Central Park
Rover, the bald eagle who became a local celebrity when he was spotted hunting seagulls in Central Park in 2022, made his triumphant return to Manhattan on Monday.
Full Wolf Moon: When to see the first full moon of 2024 this week
The first full Moon of 2024 will light up the night's sky on Thursday if weather conditions are clear.
Map: Here's where the double broods of cicadas will emerge in 2024
For the first time in 221 years, two different broods of cicadas will emerge simultaneously – and some states will be lucky enough to see both groups.
Watch: 'Frozen' alligators brumate in North Carolina swamp
Don’t worry, the alligators are alive and well.
See the asteroid sample a NASA spacecraft took 7 years to bring back to Earth
NASA's OSIRIS-REx asteroid sample canister is no longer holding up science after the curation team at Johnson Space Center removed two fasteners preventing access to the full sample from asteroid Bennu.
Solar eclipse 2024: These U.S. cities are in the path of totality
More than 31 million people live in the path of the Great North American Solar Eclipse, and millions more are expected to flood towns in its path. Here's where you can see it.
Study: Men are better at navigating directions than women but not for the reasons you think
Researchers found that women and men have the same potential for navigational skills and it all depends on the persons' experiences growing up that set them up for their future.
Japan becomes fifth country to land spacecraft on moon, but probe may soon fail
Japan became the fifth country in history to reach the moon when one of its spacecrafts without astronauts successfully made a soft landing on the lunar surface early Saturday.
Brian Barczyk, reptile expert and YouTuber, dies of pancreatic cancer
Barczyk amassed a large following by creating videos that captured his enthusiasm for reptiles and other wildlife.