East Bay Park officials urge caution on trails as rattlesnake season returns

With spring temperatures on the rise, rattlesnakes are reemerging across the East Bay, prompting the East Bay Regional Park District to issue a warning to park visitors ahead of the weekend.

Member of beloved Grand Teton grizzly bear family hit and killed

A young grizzly bear from one of Wyoming’s most iconic bear families has died after being struck by a vehicle near Grand Teton National Park. Here’s what we know.

Florida woman killed by alligator while canoeing with husband at Lake Kissimmee: FWC

A Florida woman who was bitten and killed by an alligator at Lake Kissimmee State Park on Tuesday was canoeing with her husband when the attack happened, according to the FWC.

What does ‘gain of function’ mean in science? Here’s what to know after Trump’s ban

President Trump signed an executive order banning federal funding for ‘gain of function’ research. Scientists are split on whether these virus experiments are essential or too risky to continue.

Eta Aquarids meteor shower: When, how to watch

The Eta Aquarids meteor shower, sparked by debris from Halley’s Comet, is currently active and will peak between May 5 and 6. Here's what to know.

Dozens of rattlesnakes emerge in Colorado ‘mega den’ livestream

Look closely – it’s not an I Spy picture. In the latest “slow TV” phenomenon, you can watch dozens of Colorado rattlesnakes up close as they come out of winter ready for spring.

50-year-old Soviet probe to Venus expected to crash back to Earth soon

A fragment of the failed Soviet Venus probe Cosmos 482 is expected to reenter Earth's atmosphere around May 10, though experts say the exact timing and location remain uncertain.

Watch: Diver captures sweet moment as octopus hugs camera

A diver in Australia captured a heartwarming moment when a Maori octopus hugged her camera near a pier in Rye, Victoria.

Katy Perry shuts down Blue Origin space flight critics

Katy Perry had words for critics as her space-inspired Lifetimes Tour kicked off earlier this week.

What is ‘olo’? Scientists say they’ve discovered a new color never seen before

A laser experiment has revealed what researchers call a never-before-seen color, described as an intensely saturated teal. The discovery raises new questions about color perception and the future of vision science.