In a Scientific First, Blind Mice Regain Eyesight
Once the optic nerve that’s responsible for sight is damaged, it’s impossible to see again. At least that’s been the dogma. But a group of …
Giant Pearl Kept Under a Fisherman’s Bed for Ten Years Could Be the World’s Largest
What may be the world’s largest natural pearl was given to authorities last week after serving as a Filipino fisherman’s good luck charm for more …
This Photo of Mercury in Transit Across the Sun Is Haunting
It’s the smallest planet in our Solar System, but also the fastest, with an orbit of just 88 Earth days. And while 48 million miles …
Watch Live: Astronaut Scott Kelly Talks About His Year in Space
American astronaut Scott Kelly returned to Earth this week after spending a year in space and will speak about the experience in a NASA news …
‘Super Bacteria’ Detected at Rio de Janeiro’s Beaches
One month before Rio de Janeiro is set to host the 2016 Olympic Games, Brazilian scientists have discovered a drug-resistant bacteria at some of the …
New Camera Reveals Previously Unseen Details In NASA’s Rocket Booster
Earlier this summer, NASA performed a full-scale test of it’s Space Launch System booster. Thousands came out to the test facility in Promontory, Utah to …
Leonardo DiCaprio Slams Corporate Greed and Calls for the Elimination of Fossil Fuels
Leonardo DiCaprio wants the world to say goodbye to fossil fuels. While being honored for his philanthropic work at the World Economic Forum in Davos …
Here Are the Three Planets Most Likely to Harbor Alien Life
There shouldn’t be a reason in the world for you to care about the star known as Trappist-1. Located a comparatively close 40 light years …
Watch Live: Mars Passes Closer to Earth Than It Has in a Decade
A rare orbital alignment on Monday will bring Mars and Earth closer together than the planets have been since 2005. This will make Mars brighter …
Watch Astronaut Scott Kelly Make a Big Splash on Earth
Scott Kelly celebrated his highly anticipated return to Earth after spending a year in space by jumping into a pool with all his clothes on. …