SCIENCE

From a surprise temblor in the Mississippi Valley to colossal ruptures and tsunamis around the Pacific Ring of Fire, these are some of the biggest earthquakes in modern times.

The Nobel Prize-winning physicist often commented on science, the universe, and humanity. But which deep thoughts are really his?

Firefly populations have been declining, but there may be light at the end of the tunnel for the glowing bugs.

Scientists in the Amazon have discovered a rare and puzzling bond between ocelots and opossums—two species typically seen as predator and prey.

If you’ve ever caught yourself sympathizing with ChatGPT, you may have fallen for one of these common misconceptions about AI.

With flooding on the rise across the U.S., understanding what’s in the water is critical to protecting yourself and your loved ones.

Eighty years after the first atomic bomb was detonated in New Mexico, we’re still feeling the political and scientific shockwaves.

There's a big wide world beyond common molds and mushrooms—and some of it is very strange.

Scientists have made the first comprehensive marine wildlife size database to help scientists better understand ocean ecosystems.

Forget Atlantis (which probably doesn’t exist)—we’re taking a trip to 10 real cities that ended up underwater.

Wildlife tunnels save lives: One study found that amphibian roadkill dropped by 80 percent thanks to the structures.

The microscopic worms are one of only a few species known to assemble into “superorganisms” that act and move collectively.