Stars and planets are lining up for the change of seasons during the Northern Hemisphere's autumnal equinox this year.

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COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA — A layer of frost clings to the grass on the morning Tony DeNicola sets out to check his trap. It’s ...

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The last Chinese paddlefish ( Psephurus gladius) was seen alive in 2003, and they've been declared extinct. Due to their ...

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Scientists have discovered a two-foot-long salamander species in Florida and Alabama that has the spots of a leopard and the ...

The Grand Canyon is a gigantic geological library, with rocky layers that tell much of the story of Earth’s history.

Dozens of earthquakes rocked the region, but a tsunami didn't seem imminent. Then the massive waves began crashing in.

Gonzales, California — Rosa Villegas woke up at two in the morning on a late August Monday to make her way to the lettuce ...

Scientists are learning how muscles in motion can improve cognition and shield against diseases like Alzheimer's, paving the ...

Plus, it’s one of the best ways to ease overtourism, offering travelers richer experiences with less impact,” he says.