Watch: ISS astronaut captures out-of-this-world video of meteor slicing through atmosphere above Africa
A bolide is an astronomical term that’s used for "exceptionally bright meteors that are spectacular enough to be seen over a very wide area."
West Nile and EEE: What's the difference between the mosquito-borne viruses?
The mosquito is the world’s deadliest animal, and dangerous infections have been in the headlines lately. Here’s what to know about the diseases and how to tell them apart.
Watch: Massive fireball wows onlookers in four states
A massive fireball stunned onlookers as it streaked across four states. Scientists are now on the hunt for pieces that may have fallen to the ground.
Asteroid about the size of 2 football fields to make close approach to Earth in September
In a few weeks, skygazers will be able to see an asteroid zoom past Earth.
Boeing, NASA execs reportedly fought in meetings over how to bring back stranded astronauts
Meetings between Boeing and NASA execs reportedly decended into yelling and arguments.
‘Almost identical’ dinosaur tracks found in Brazil and Africa. Here’s what that proves
More than 260 dinosaur footprints discovered in Brazil and Cameroon provide further evidence that South America and Africa were once connected as part of a giant continent millions of years ago, according to a recent study.
VIDEO: SpaceX Falcon 9 booster catches fire after landing mishap following launch from Florida
SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket's stage booster toppled over and caught fire while landing on a droneship in the Atlantic Ocean after a launch from Florida early Wednesday.
Rugby legend Percy Montgomery rescues stranded dolphin calf on Cape Town beach
Springbok Rugby World Cup champion Percy Montgomery became a hero after rescuing a stranded dolphin calf on a beach near Cape Town earlier this month.
Bald eagle rescued in Missouri wasn't injured: It was too fat to fly
The eagle was just too engorged from its latest meal.
Alaska hunter mauled by bear calmly takes to camera after shooting himself while stopping attack
“Thankfully, when I was falling backwards, I was able to unsheathe my pistol and absolutely unload," Tyler Johnson said.
Here's when NASA's Starliner astronauts will finally come home – and how
NASA says it's not safe enough to let Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams fly the new Starliner spacecraft back to Earth, so they'll come home aboard a SpaceX Dragon capsule next year. Meanwhile, Boeing will suffer the ignominy of being bailed out by a rival.
Shroud of Turin really is 2,000 years old, new study suggests
The Shroud of Turin is believed by some to be an ancient burial garment for Jesus Christ, while others have claimed its a forgery.
Bearded creature washing up on Texas beach is that of 'worst nightmares'
Fireworms, also known as bristle worms, are small worms covered in tiny, needle-like spikes that are filled with venom.
Polaris Dawn crew arrives in Florida ahead of first SpaceX spacewalk mission
SpaceX is preparing to launch two of its employees and two other private citizens on the company's most ambitious mission yet, including the first private spacewalk and sending humans into the deepest orbit since the Apollo program.
Don't miss the rare Blue Supermoon rising Monday
Also known as the Sturgeon Moon, the eighth full moon of the year promises a rare and breathtaking celestial sight.
Mysterious bug bites could be from mites feeding on cicada eggs
With so many cicada eggs available for food, the more mites there are to feast, disperse and then land on humans to bite.
Man in Mississippi discovers rare mammoth tusk dating back to Ice Age
An avid artifact and fossil collector recently came across a stunning discovery before alerting the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ).
Mars may be hiding an ocean of water miles below its dusty surface, research suggests
According to research, the water most likely would have seeped from the surface billions of years ago, when Mars harbored rivers, lakes and possibly oceans.
Strong Geomagnetic Storm Warning continues after creating Northern Lights during Perseid meteor shower
A Geomagnetic Storm Watch continues to be in effect through Monday.
'Double Arch' at Glen Canyon National Recreation Area has collapsed: National Park Service
The Double Arch, per park officials, was a frequently visited geological feature, and it collapsed on Aug. 8. Changing water levels and erosion are believed to have contributed to the collapse.