Asteroid 2012 DA14 Passes Near Earth Friday, But Don't Panic
2012 DA14 will pass within 17,200 miles of Earth's surface on Friday -- a distance more than twice the diameter of our planet.
Should Pepsi and Coke Kick High Fructose Corn Syrup For Sugar? It Probably Makes No Difference
The answer, based upon research by scientists, may surprise you.
Rats Learn To 'Touch' Infrared Light, Thanks To Brain Device
The discovery could lead to devices that could restore eyesight to the blind, or give humans the ability to add new senses.
Patagonia Glacier Collapse Captured On Camera
One photographer captured an ice bridge, part of the massive Perito Moreno glacier, collapsing into a lake below.
'Robotic Arm' On Mars? Curiosity Spots Strange Shiny Object On Red Planet
Curiosity snapped a photo of a tiny shiny object on a Mars rock -- the latest unusual find on the rover's mission.
Carrie Underwood Grammys Dress Highlights Fusion Of Fashion And Technology
Carrie Underwood's Grammys dress came alive with blooming roses, stars, and butterflies, thanks to video projection technology.
Snowed In Thanks To Nemo? Here Are Some Wintry Things To Read, Watch And Listen To
If the snow's piled up three feet high, why not read something to fit the wintery mood?
Winter Storm Nemo Chugs Along; More Than 3 Feet Of Snow Seen In Parts Of New England
The highest snow total as of Saturday morning was seen in Milford, Conn., which got more than 38 inches.
What's In A Storm Name? Weather Channel Policy Draws Critics, But Catches On
The Weather Channel's decision to begin naming winter storms has attracted critics, but names such as Nemo are catching on.
Winter Storm Nemo Begins Snowy Assault On Northeast US
High winds and heavy snow could create whiteout conditions and bring down trees and power lines.
Finding Nemo: How Weathermen Track Storms Before They Start
Modern meteorology relies on supercomputers to crunch the numbers from a staggering number of data sources.
Blizzard Warning For NYC: Winter Storm Nemo Could Dump 10 To 14 Inches Of Snow On New York
The National Weather Service issued the warning for NYC and much of the tri-state area; New England could receive up to 3 feet of snow.
Winter Storm Nemo Poised To Bury New England With Up To 2 Feet Of Snow
Winter storm advisories are popping up all over New England, with blizzard watches posted for most of eastern Massachusetts, including Boston.
Skating On Thin Ice: How To Survive A Fall Into Frigid Waters
If you fall into a frozen pond and no one's around, keep these important tips in mind and you just might survive.
Earth-Like Planets Probably 'In Our Own Backyard': Study
An Earth-like planet circling a red dwarf star could be as close as 13 light years away -- practically next door, celestially speaking.
Winter Storm Nemo Brings Snow This Weekend To Northeast US, Possible Blizzard Conditions Around Boston
Two separate weather systems are expected to combine into one burgeoning Nor'easter that the Weather Channel has dubbed Winter Storm Nemo.
Next Generation Military Robots Drawn From Nature [PHOTOS]
The new trend in machines of war is "smaller is better" -- and their designers draw more from the world of nature than "Transformers."
Felix Baumgartner Fell Even Faster Than Estimated In Red Bull Stratos Jump: Report
After an initial estimate pegged Felix Baumgartner's top speed at Mach 1.24, new figures show he actually got up to Mach 1.25.
New Feathered Dinosaur Discovery Raises Further Bird Evolution Questions
Scientists that discovered a new dinosaur say it supplants Archaeopteryx in the picture of bird evolution -- a claim that has ruffled a few feathers.
Super Bowl Goes Dark As A Graveyard: Superdome Blackout Spurs Talk Of Voodoo Curse
An unsavory pall haunts the Superdome, hearkening back to a sinister connection with an old graveyard.
Iran Space Monkey Launch Hoax Denied, Officials Claim Photo Mix-Up
Iran says there's no monkey business afoot with its primate astronaut, claiming a supposed photo discrepancy is due to a media mix-up.
Vegetarian Diet Cuts Heart Disease Risk By Up To One-Third: Study
An Oxford team found that vegetarians had a 32 percent lower risk for ischemic heart disease than meat-eaters.
Funky Iranian Space Monkey: Was The Primate Launch A Hoax?
The monkey that was presented post-flight and the monkey that was loaded into the capsule seem like very different animals.
For Best Flirting Results, Pick A Sunny Day To Approach A Lady
A French researcher examines whether women are more likely to give out their phone number when it's sunny out.
Secret To Owl's Head-Turning Success Revealed: Why They Don't Break Their Necks
Scientists discovered the special adaptations in an owl's neck vertebrae and blood vessels that enable it to twist its head round.
Cheers To Your Health: Beer Ingredient Could Be Used To Treat Cancer, Diabetes
One of the ingredients in beer that gives it a bitter tang could be the key to new medicines.
Scientists Hack Into Fish Brain, Observe Thoughts Swimming
Japanese scientists found a way to watch as a thought "swims" through the brain of a living zebrafish.
'Super-Croc' Fossils From Jurassic Era Unearthed In Scottish Museum Drawer
Scientists rediscovered the remains of an enormous ancient crocodilian they’ve dubbed Tyrannoneustes lythrodectikos, or “blood-biting tyrant swimmer.”
Man Injects Snake Venom: The Science Behind Snake Toxins And Health
Research suggest that there may be some therapeutic benefits to snake venom, but don't try milking one at home just yet.
Your Cat Is A Killing Machine: How Evolution Has Shaped Our Pets Into Ruthless Predators [PHOTOS]
Just about every part of a cat’s anatomy enhances its predatory skills.
