News

  1. Astronomy

    Pulsars may power cosmic rays with the highest-known energies in the universe

    Earth is pelted by energetic particles from space. The source might be the magnetic remains of massive stars, a new study suggests.

    By Liz Kruesi
  2. Life

    Caribou gut parasites indirectly create a greener tundra

    Caribou merely sickened by parasites eat less vegetation, allowing plants to flourish.

    By Jake Buehler
  3. Science & Society

    Why some scientists want serious research into UFOs

    Science grapples with unknown phenomena all the time. Investigating UAP and whether they're related to aliens shouldn't be different, researchers say.

    By Liz Kruesi
  4. Animals

    These dolphins may turn to corals for skin care

    For Indo-Pacific bottlenosed dolphins, rubbing against corals and sea sponges that contain antibacterial compounds could help keep skin healthy.