How Lake Powell water levels have changed so far this year
As of June 24, 2024, Lake Powell's water level stood at 3,583.79 feet above mean sea level—116.21 feet below the full pool level.
How Lake Mead water levels have changed so far this year
As of June 20, 2024, the lake's water level stands at 1,063.94 feet above mean sea level—165.06 feet below the reservoir's full pool level.
Map reveals US states with fastest growing prison populations
A new study has identified Mississippi as the state with the highest increase in incarceration rates, with a 14.5 percent rise over the past year.
American adults warned over aspirin use despite risks
A recent study highlights that only a modest portion of the U.S. population qualifies for aspirin use.
NASA images map Florida's record-breaking once in 1,000 years rainfall
Although the state is no stranger to heavy rains, rainfall as severe as this only occurs once every 500 to 1,000 years, making it extremely rare.
Americans want the rich to be taxed more
A new survey found that a majority backs increased taxes on the wealthy and large businesses to fund economic and lifestyle changes.
Neutron stars may contain 'special type of matter', NASA says
Scientists said that the inside of neutron stars might contain a form of ultradense matter not found elsewhere in the cosmos.
Scientists debunk popular myth of Easter Island
An analysis of the famed rock gardens revealed that the island never experienced a dramatic population crash, as previously believed.
Fact check: Have pink dolphins been seen in North Carolina?
Photos and videos showing bright pink bottlenose dolphins have been circulating on social media, but some think they may be AI-generated.
Iceland volcano update: Rush to block lava from engulfing power plant
The volcanic eruption near Grindavík has caused significant disruption and raised concerns among local authorities and residents.
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Map reveals how your home's climate will change in 50 years
Washington D.C. is set to become as warm as northern Louisiana in 2080, scientists report, as summers could be 11.5 degrees Fahrenheit warmer in five decades.
Scientists debunk 30-year myth about griffins
For many years, it was widely accepted that the griffin was inspired by dinosaur fossils. But now, this theory has been debunked.
Blood-sucking leeches can leap, shocking video reveals
This behavior has been debated for over 100 years, and the confirmation of it offers new insights into the ecology of the creatures.
North America's vulnerability to tornadoes explained
A new study suggests that the upstream surface's smoothness and flatness are crucial factors in tornado formation.
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Summer algae blooms may turn the Arctic green
A new study has found that more light is reaching algae beneath the ice due to global warming, which could have profound implications.
Arizona's "surprising" source of winter water revealed
"This is a critical step in allowing us to improve seasonal precipitation forecasts for Arizona," said one expert.
Scientist 'shocked' by lead levels in American backyards
Around 40 percent of households are beyond the safe level for lead levels in soil, the new study reported.
Gulf of Mexico "dead zone" to be larger than usual this year
The above-average summer dead zone could cover an area of about 5,827 square miles, providing a severe threat to marine life.
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Warning issued over toxic blooms in US
Nutrient input from upwelling along the West Coast could be triggering toxic Pseudo-nitzschia blooms.
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Surprising new renewable power source has "negative carbon emissions"
With the power of photosynthesis, the team developed micro photosynthetic power cells that generate electricity from algae.
New snake species with "great aggression" revealed by scientists
"When threatened, these snakes inflate their bodies to make themselves appear larger and strike quickly," the authors wrote.
Ancient Maya preferred to sacrifice boys, analysis of remains reveals
The ancient city of Chichén Itzá is known for the evidence of ritual killing but this has always been poorly understood.
California's record wildfires spurred by millions of hidden dead trees
Detailed mapping revealed an undercount of dead trees, all sharing a specific characteristic across California.
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Alaska map shows areas at flood risk by 2100
Sea level rise is a pressing concern because of its potential to exacerbate coastal flooding, erode shorelines, and displace communities
'Fearsome' New pterosaur species discovered with 15-foot wingspan
Pterosaurs were a group of flying reptiles that lived during the age of dinosaurs.
Scientists reveal three tricks to age better
The new study highlights the critical role of light-intensity physical activity in promoting healthy aging among older women.
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California water warning as 'critical' tech has 'concerning gaps'
Researchers found that only 8 percent of the state's rivers and streams were monitored by devices used to measure water flow.
Louisiana warned of soaring toxic gas levels that can "directly damage DNA"
A study found that levels of ethylene oxide in parts of Louisiana were a thousand times higher than what is considered safe.
CDC issues update on H5N2 bird flu strain that killed Mexico man
"The human infection reported by Mexico is a different variant of the avian influenza virus circulating in the United States," the CDC said.
Orca rips apart great white shark that devoured dolphin
The finding was made in the Eastern Cape of South Africa following a necropsy on a stranded white shark.