Shark takes huge bite out of surfer’s board: 'It bit right behind him’
An Australian surfer narrowly escaped injury after a shark bit his board in half.
An Australian surfer narrowly escaped injury after a shark bit his board in half.
See the clearest photo yet from the surface of Mars
NASA says its Perseverance rover on Mars has transmitted new imagery that forms one of the sharpest panoramas of the Martian surface to date, offering scientists valuable insight into the Red Planet’s terrain.
NASA says its Perseverance rover on Mars has transmitted new imagery that forms one of the sharpest panoramas of the Martian surface to date, offering scientists valuable insight into the Red Planet’s terrain.
Toothpaste made from hair could help repair teeth, scientists say
Researchers at King’s College London say keratin, a protein found in hair, can protect and repair tooth enamel — and may soon be used in toothpaste or gels.
Researchers at King’s College London say keratin, a protein found in hair, can protect and repair tooth enamel — and may soon be used in toothpaste or gels.
A rare ‘Black Moon’ set to rise this week: What to know
Stargazers will soon get the chance to experience a rare celestial event known as a Black Moon, set to occur this week.
Stargazers will soon get the chance to experience a rare celestial event known as a Black Moon, set to occur this week.
Black bear crashes vacation, takes a dip in Tennessee hot tub
Caught on camera: A black bear recently turned a Tennessee hot tub into its personal spa.
Caught on camera: A black bear recently turned a Tennessee hot tub into its personal spa.
Bat colony found in Grand Teton lodge, possibly exposing hundreds to rabies
Hundreds of people could potentially have been exposed to rabies during their summer vacation at Grand Teton National Park.
Hundreds of people could potentially have been exposed to rabies during their summer vacation at Grand Teton National Park.
Hiker made fatal mistake when encountering venomous snake, officials say
Emergency responders performed CPR after witnesses said the hiker picked up a rattlesnake.
Emergency responders performed CPR after witnesses said the hiker picked up a rattlesnake.
Oldest-ever Great Lakes lake trout recorded in Lake Superior
The best way to measure how old a fish is is by counting the number of rings formed on a chunk of calcium living in its inner ear. This lake trout, named Mary Catherine, had 62 rings.
The best way to measure how old a fish is is by counting the number of rings formed on a chunk of calcium living in its inner ear. This lake trout, named Mary Catherine, had 62 rings.
Video: Florida alligator devours python in Everglades
An alligator in the Florida Everglades was seen doing its part to combat the invasion of Burmese pythons in the region, chomping on the limp body of one of the massive snakes and swimming off with the meaty catch.
An alligator in the Florida Everglades was seen doing its part to combat the invasion of Burmese pythons in the region, chomping on the limp body of one of the massive snakes and swimming off with the meaty catch.
Wild rabbits spotted with strange 'horn-like' growths sprouting from their heads
Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.
Recently, some wild rabbits have been seen in the U.S. with "horn-like" growths spurting from their heads that are caused by a viral infection, according to experts.
Perseid Meteor Shower 2025: When and where to watch this week
The Perseids meteor shower, considered the best of the year by NASA, is set to peak soon.
The Perseids meteor shower, considered the best of the year by NASA, is set to peak soon.
Vaping on plane: Man apologizes after Phoenix-to-San Francisco flight incident
“It sucks knowing in order to be myself, I have to have nicotine," said Peter Nguyen.
“It sucks knowing in order to be myself, I have to have nicotine," said Peter Nguyen.
James Lovell, astronaut and Apollo 13 commander, dies
Astronaut James Lovell, who was commander of the 1970 Apollo 13 mission, has died. Here's what we know.
Astronaut James Lovell, who was commander of the 1970 Apollo 13 mission, has died. Here's what we know.
Curiosity rover finds more coral-shaped rocks on Martian surface
The rock was nicknamed "Paposo."
The rock was nicknamed "Paposo."
Watch: Feisty little Pomeranian chases bear out of home
A proud Pomeranian fearlessly protected his home – or more likely his food bowl – from a black bear who wandered inside.
A proud Pomeranian fearlessly protected his home – or more likely his food bowl – from a black bear who wandered inside.
Millions watch livestream of deep sea creatures from Argentina, latest in 'slow TV' fad
A livestream of deep-sea creatures captivated Argentina, highlighting the calming global trend of “slow TV." Here's why millions tuned in.
A livestream of deep-sea creatures captivated Argentina, highlighting the calming global trend of “slow TV." Here's why millions tuned in.
SuperAgers over 80 show memory equal to adults in their 50s, study finds
A new Northwestern study finds some adults over 80 maintain memory and brain health on par with people decades younger, offering insight into how aging and Alzheimer’s could be delayed.
A new Northwestern study finds some adults over 80 maintain memory and brain health on par with people decades younger, offering insight into how aging and Alzheimer’s could be delayed.
New Zealand Air Force rescues US researchers from Antarctica amid extreme cold, darkness
The Royal New Zealand Air Force successfully evacuated three U.S. researchers from Antarctica in a rare and risky midwinter mission.
The Royal New Zealand Air Force successfully evacuated three U.S. researchers from Antarctica in a rare and risky midwinter mission.
Octopus latches onto 6-year-old boy, refusing to release, mother says, showing footage of the child's injuries
The marks extended up the child's arm.
The marks extended up the child's arm.
Full Sturgeon Moon, Perseid meteor shower and planetary conjunction to light up August skies
Here is your August 2025 guide for celestial events. The year will feature 12 full Moons, plenty of meteor showers, four eclipses and three Supermoons.
Here is your August 2025 guide for celestial events. The year will feature 12 full Moons, plenty of meteor showers, four eclipses and three Supermoons.