New simulations reveal that the moons of Uranus may retain traces of giant planets.
Torrey, Utah, tops a new ranking of the best U.S. towns for stargazing trips, with experts highlighting the importance of dark skies and practical planning.
Microsoft releases its second-generation quantum chip. Ultrasound could replace pacemakers. And why you shouldn’t skip breakfast.
Happiness is much simpler than we often think. These two science-backed habits are empirically linked to greater well-being across cultures worldwide.
Venus, Jupiter and Mercury are creating a dazzling display after sunset, with Venus and Jupiter moving toward a striking conjunction early next week.
Releasing sterilized flies can crash a local population of flesh-eating screwworms. But the US currently has limited capacity to produce them.
The actual eco-friendliness of ecotourism varies considerably. One research station in the Peruvian Amazon is out to prove it can bring visitors to the area without disrupting the environment.
Hotels and other service providers pitch themselves as eco-friendly when they’re not. Here’s how to call their bluff.
Your trip starts impacting the planet before you even leave home. Here are a few pointers for keeping your footprint small.
As the conflict in Iran disrupts the world’s oil supply, airlines are looking for jet fuel alternatives. The answer: energy from used cooking oil and french fry grease.