Solar eclipse, Orionid meteor shower make October skygazing forecast a standout
Throughout the month, the Moon will make an excellent partner for several planets appearing bright in the night sky.
Throughout the month, the Moon will make an excellent partner for several planets appearing bright in the night sky.
How to safely watch a solar eclipse
With solar eclipses happening across the U.S. in 2023 and 2024, it's time to prepare to look at the Sun – with proper eye protection or filters.
With solar eclipses happening across the U.S. in 2023 and 2024, it's time to prepare to look at the Sun – with proper eye protection or filters.
Undercover Texas jaguar cub sting results in country’s first charges under ‘Big Cat Act’
In December 2022, the Big Cat Act was put into effect, which made it illegal to import, transport, sell or possess any wildlife species that are prohibited. This includes jaguars, which are considered a prohibited species.
In December 2022, the Big Cat Act was put into effect, which made it illegal to import, transport, sell or possess any wildlife species that are prohibited. This includes jaguars, which are considered a prohibited species.
NASA astronaut sets new US record with 371 days in space
A NASA astronaut now holds the record for the longest U.S. spaceflight after returning to Earth Wednesday, but the feat did not come voluntarily.
A NASA astronaut now holds the record for the longest U.S. spaceflight after returning to Earth Wednesday, but the feat did not come voluntarily.
Watch: Tennessee couple rattled by venomous snake found nesting in baby's stroller
A Tennessee couple was left in shock recently after they found a venomous copperhead snake nesting in their baby's stroller.
A Tennessee couple was left in shock recently after they found a venomous copperhead snake nesting in their baby's stroller.
Harvest Moon: Last Supermoon of 2023 happens Friday
The Harvest Supermoon will appear bright starting on Thursday before reaching peak illumination Friday morning.
The Harvest Supermoon will appear bright starting on Thursday before reaching peak illumination Friday morning.
Watch: Dazzling time-lapse of developing neurons wins Nikon's annual video contest
The annual Nikon Small World photo and video contests recognize excellence in microphotography – or life under the microscope.
The annual Nikon Small World photo and video contests recognize excellence in microphotography – or life under the microscope.
3 astronauts back on Earth after being stuck in space for a year
One of the astronauts that returned to Earth Wednesday is a NASA astronaut, who now holds the record for the longest U.S. spaceflight as a result of the unexpected extended stay.
One of the astronauts that returned to Earth Wednesday is a NASA astronaut, who now holds the record for the longest U.S. spaceflight as a result of the unexpected extended stay.
Video: Rare ‘Dumbo’ octopus spotted during deep sea expedition
Researchers were conducting an expedition in the North Pacific Ocean to explore unseen deep-sea habitats.
Researchers were conducting an expedition in the North Pacific Ocean to explore unseen deep-sea habitats.
At 97, WWII Iwo Jima veteran gets opportunity to pheasant hunt with grandson
At age 97, Bob Boyd, recipient of a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star, had the opportunity to do something he loves once more: pheasant hunting with his grandson. All thanks to a Minnesota veterans non-profit and a sophisticated all-terrain wheelchair.
At age 97, Bob Boyd, recipient of a Purple Heart and a Bronze Star, had the opportunity to do something he loves once more: pheasant hunting with his grandson. All thanks to a Minnesota veterans non-profit and a sophisticated all-terrain wheelchair.
NASA planning new spacecraft that will deorbit International Space Station
NASA said the station will be deorbited in a controlled manner to avoid populated areas.
NASA said the station will be deorbited in a controlled manner to avoid populated areas.
Northern Lights activity to increase, include auroras further south due to escalating Sun activity
Skygazers in the northern U.S. will want to stay tuned for more aurora light forecasts in the coming years as peak solar activity is expected in 2025 during the Solar Cycle 25.
Skygazers in the northern U.S. will want to stay tuned for more aurora light forecasts in the coming years as peak solar activity is expected in 2025 during the Solar Cycle 25.
NASA reveals latest weapon to 'search the heavens' for UFOs, aliens
According to a NASA study, artificial intelligence will be key if NASA tries to find scientifically provable alien life and the existence of UFOs.
According to a NASA study, artificial intelligence will be key if NASA tries to find scientifically provable alien life and the existence of UFOs.
Watch: NASA's first asteroid samples land in Utah desert
Scientists believe the capsule holds at least a cup of rubble from the carbon-rich asteroid known as Bennu, but won’t know for sure until the container is opened.
Scientists believe the capsule holds at least a cup of rubble from the carbon-rich asteroid known as Bennu, but won’t know for sure until the container is opened.
Historians race to find Great Lakes shipwrecks before quagga mussels destroy the sites
The Great Lakes’ frigid fresh water used to keep shipwrecks so well preserved that divers could see dishes in the cupboards. Downed planes that spent decades underwater were left so pristine they could practically fly again when archaeologists finally discovered them.
The Great Lakes’ frigid fresh water used to keep shipwrecks so well preserved that divers could see dishes in the cupboards. Downed planes that spent decades underwater were left so pristine they could practically fly again when archaeologists finally discovered them.
Fall is here: Drone video captures stunning Utah foliage
Just in time for the first day of fall, a drone photographer in Utah shared stunning video of leaves turning vibrant as the seasons change.
Just in time for the first day of fall, a drone photographer in Utah shared stunning video of leaves turning vibrant as the seasons change.
Colorado woman recalls horrifying moose attack: 'Broke three of my vertebrae'
Chris Ray said after the moose attack, she managed to pick herself up to walk back home.
Chris Ray said after the moose attack, she managed to pick herself up to walk back home.
NASA OSIRIS-REx spacecraft ready for special delivery of asteroid sample in Utah on Sunday
NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft is scheduled to drop off rocks, dust and dirt it collected from the asteroid Bennu in 2020.
NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft is scheduled to drop off rocks, dust and dirt it collected from the asteroid Bennu in 2020.
Keep on trekking: Forest Lake retiree hikes all 67 MN state parks
Over the last four summers, Kori Sawyer has trekked across all 67 state parks, battling mosquitos and taking in the beauty of the various landscapes Minnesota has to offer.
Over the last four summers, Kori Sawyer has trekked across all 67 state parks, battling mosquitos and taking in the beauty of the various landscapes Minnesota has to offer.
Several Minneapolis lakes experiencing algae blooms, others remain susceptible: MPRB
To reduce exposure to blue-green algae, it’s recommended to avoid or minimize contact with bodies of water with confirmed cases, and don’t let animals drinks from them.
To reduce exposure to blue-green algae, it’s recommended to avoid or minimize contact with bodies of water with confirmed cases, and don’t let animals drinks from them.