Science

Our Science category offers an in-depth exploration of discoveries, theories, and research that push the boundaries of human knowledge. Through comprehensive articles and expert commentary, we examine natural phenomena, emerging technologies, and scientific breakthroughs that illuminate the mysteries of our universe and drive innovation.

Super Typhoon Ragasa Strikes Philippines, Advances Toward Hong Kong

Mass evacuations and flight cancellations have been implemented as Super Typhoon Ragasa, with winds comparable to a Category 5 hurricane, impacts the Philippines and moves toward Hong Kong and southern China.

Par Jordan Miller • 22 Sep 2025 • 3 MIN

Powerful waves hit Basco in Batanes Province, northern Philippines, as Typhoon Ragasa sweeps through the region.

The Chicago Archaeopteryx fossil illuminated under ultraviolet light reveals exceptional three-dimensional preservation of this nonavian dinosaur.

New Insights into Flying Dinosaurs from an Exceptionally Preserved Archaeopteryx Fossil

A remarkably intact Archaeopteryx fossil sheds light on how this feathered dinosaur likely flew, resembling the flight style of modern chickens.

Par Jordan Miller • 3 MIN

A hotel in Belém renamed to mark the upcoming COP30 global climate summit.

Brazil’s Amazon Climate Summit Faces Diplomatic and Logistical Challenges

As the U.N. climate conference nears in Brazil’s Amazon region, the host nation confronts diplomatic hurdles, funding gaps, and local logistical issues that threaten to overshadow global climate talks.

Par Oliver Smith • 3 MIN

Homes partially submerged by floodwaters in Lahore as the Ravi River overflowed, impacting neighborhoods in Punjab’s capital.

Widespread Flooding Ravages Punjab and Beyond in Pakistan's Worst Summer in Decades

Severe flooding triggered by relentless rains has submerged large areas of Punjab, Pakistan’s most populous province and agricultural heartland, compounding a series of extreme weather disasters across the country.

Par Isabelle Moreau • 3 MIN

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Rethinking Carbon Dioxide: The Element at the Heart of Life and History

Peter Brannen's acclaimed book explores how carbon dioxide has shaped life on Earth, human civilization, and the modern challenges surrounding this vital yet controversial gas.

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Caz Facey beneath the awning she installed to cool her London residence this summer.

Adapting British Homes to Rising Summer Temperatures

As British summers grow hotter, many homes—designed for cooler climates—require costly and complex modifications beyond simple air-conditioning to remain comfortable.

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Rainer Weiss at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory (LIGO) in 2018, where he contributed to the development of the device.

Rainer Weiss, Pioneer in Gravitational Wave Detection, Passes Away at 92

Rainer Weiss, Nobel laureate recognized for his groundbreaking work in gravitational wave detection, which affirmed Einstein’s general relativity and the Big Bang theory, has died at age 92.

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A 1906 newspaper story highlighting Percival Lowell’s work exemplifies how speculative theories about Martian life captured the public imagination.

The Gilded Age’s Fascination with Life on Mars

During the turn of the 20th century, a wave of enthusiasm surrounded the possibility of life on Mars, fueled by astronomers and widespread public imagination.

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Finding Solace in America’s Wilderness Amid National Challenges

While the United States faces setbacks in democratic standing and social well-being, its vast and pristine wilderness areas remain a source of hope and healing. Exploring these natural landscapes offers a chance to reflect on enduring conservation legacies and reconnect with nature.

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