Mystery drone sightings in Colorado, Nebraska and Wyoming prompt theories
Dan Carlson says drones have flown after dark near his Nebraska farm four times this year. He suspects military involvement. U.S. Air Force officials overseeing dozens of nuclear missiles scattered across the region deny any role in the drone sightings.
Dan Carlson says drones have flown after dark near his Nebraska farm four times this year. He suspects military involvement. U.S. Air Force officials overseeing dozens of nuclear missiles scattered across the region deny any role in the drone sightings.
This year’s flu shot doesn’t exactly match the virus going around, CDC report warns
The main strain of the flu virus which is circulating currently doesn’t entirely match up with the flu vaccine that is being administered this year, according to a report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
The main strain of the flu virus which is circulating currently doesn’t entirely match up with the flu vaccine that is being administered this year, according to a report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Pigeon dies after having cowboy hat glued on its head, rescue group says
One of several pigeons spotted in Las Vegas last year wearing tiny cowboy hats has died, according to a local rescue group.
One of several pigeons spotted in Las Vegas last year wearing tiny cowboy hats has died, according to a local rescue group.
Reducing tongue fat via weight loss may be an effective sleep apnea treatment, study suggests
More Americans are suffering from sleep apnea than ever before, and a new study suggests that reducing tongue fat through weight loss could be an effective treatment for the debilitating chronic sleep disorder.
More Americans are suffering from sleep apnea than ever before, and a new study suggests that reducing tongue fat through weight loss could be an effective treatment for the debilitating chronic sleep disorder.
You're likely to be most miserable at age 47, study suggests
The dreaded mid-life crisis may be a response to life’s peak of misery, according to a study published Monday in the National Bureau of Economic Research.
The dreaded mid-life crisis may be a response to life’s peak of misery, according to a study published Monday in the National Bureau of Economic Research.
Man survives weeks in remote Alaska wilderness after cabin burns down, writes 'SOS' in snow
A man survived more than three weeks in the rugged Alaskan wilderness after his remote cabin burned down. He was rescued last week by state troopers who spotted an "SOS" signal stamped in the snow.
A man survived more than three weeks in the rugged Alaskan wilderness after his remote cabin burned down. He was rescued last week by state troopers who spotted an "SOS" signal stamped in the snow.
Philippines volcano bring threat of 'volcanic tsunami' after eruption halts flights, thousands flee
The volcanology institute raised the danger level around Taal three notches on Sunday to "Alert Level 4," meaning that hazardous explosive eruption is possible within hours to days.
The volcanology institute raised the danger level around Taal three notches on Sunday to "Alert Level 4," meaning that hazardous explosive eruption is possible within hours to days.
Officials propose California butterfly for threatened list
The agency wants the Hermes copper butterfly added to the list in recognition of the threats it faces in its home region of San Diego County, The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.
The agency wants the Hermes copper butterfly added to the list in recognition of the threats it faces in its home region of San Diego County, The San Diego Union-Tribune reports.
Young Osprey sibling found dead after fall from Richmond tree
Peace-up, the oldest of three osprey fledglings born this year to parents Rosie and Richmond, was seen falling from a tree in Corte Madera on Oct. 1 and died a short time later, according to observers.
Peace-up, the oldest of three osprey fledglings born this year to parents Rosie and Richmond, was seen falling from a tree in Corte Madera on Oct. 1 and died a short time later, according to observers.
‘Devil horns’: Photo of sunrise over Persian Gulf during eclipse captures incredible phenomenon
A photograph snapped during a recent solar eclipse in the Persian Gulf has many people pointing out an uncanny resemblance to devil horns, but it's the result of a couple of unusual natural phenomena.
A photograph snapped during a recent solar eclipse in the Persian Gulf has many people pointing out an uncanny resemblance to devil horns, but it's the result of a couple of unusual natural phenomena.
Koala-sniffing dog aids in 15 wildlife rescues as Australian bushfires ravage habitats
A 4-year-old springer spaniel named Taylor has been performing a special kind of search and rescue effort as bushfires rage across much of Australia — she’s a detection dog who has helped locate and rescue 15 koalas from scorched regions of New South Wales this fire season.
A 4-year-old springer spaniel named Taylor has been performing a special kind of search and rescue effort as bushfires rage across much of Australia — she’s a detection dog who has helped locate and rescue 15 koalas from scorched regions of New South Wales this fire season.
‘Wolf Moon’: First full moon of 2020 will also coincide with lunar eclipse
A "Full Wolf Moon" will be visible Jan. 10, and for some parts of the world, be accompanied by a penumbral lunar eclipse.
A "Full Wolf Moon" will be visible Jan. 10, and for some parts of the world, be accompanied by a penumbral lunar eclipse.
Australian family rescues multiple koalas from wildfires
A family in Australia rescued at least seven koalas on their property as wildfires ravaged the area.
A family in Australia rescued at least seven koalas on their property as wildfires ravaged the area.
Counting whales from space pitched as key to saving them
New England Aquarium of Boston and Draper of Cambridge say whale conservation needs new, higher-tech solutions to protect whales from extinction. So, the pair is working together using data from sources such as satellites, sonar and radar to keep a closer eye on how many whales are in the ocean.
New England Aquarium of Boston and Draper of Cambridge say whale conservation needs new, higher-tech solutions to protect whales from extinction. So, the pair is working together using data from sources such as satellites, sonar and radar to keep a closer eye on how many whales are in the ocean.
US restricts exports of AI for analyzing satellite images
The Commerce Department said new export rules take effect Monday that target emerging technology that could give the U.S. a significant military or intelligence advantage.
The Commerce Department said new export rules take effect Monday that target emerging technology that could give the U.S. a significant military or intelligence advantage.
Bus-size asteroid will buzz Earth at 18,400 mph on Jan. 2
Here’s one extraterrestrial express bus you’ll be glad you missed.
Here’s one extraterrestrial express bus you’ll be glad you missed.
Cyclist gives thirsty koala a drink during severe heatwave in Australia
A cyclist gave water to a thirsty koala during her morning ride in Adelaide, Australia on Dec. 27. A severe heatwave has gripped South Australia on Dec. 27.
A cyclist gave water to a thirsty koala during her morning ride in Adelaide, Australia on Dec. 27. A severe heatwave has gripped South Australia on Dec. 27.
Texting while walking could be hazardous to your health, study suggests
A new study has found an uptick in head and neck injuries among distracted cell phone users.
A new study has found an uptick in head and neck injuries among distracted cell phone users.
Eating seaweed could prevent colon cancer, inflammation of digestive tract, study suggests
Eating seaweed that grows near the Florida Keys could protect against colon cancer and inflammatory diseases of the digestive tract, according to research from the University of Florida College of Pharmacy.
Eating seaweed that grows near the Florida Keys could protect against colon cancer and inflammatory diseases of the digestive tract, according to research from the University of Florida College of Pharmacy.
Pentagon memo urges military members not to use DNA ancestry kits
The Pentagon issued an internal memo that urged military personal to avoid using consumer DNA kits due to safety concerns, according to a report from Yahoo News.
The Pentagon issued an internal memo that urged military personal to avoid using consumer DNA kits due to safety concerns, according to a report from Yahoo News.