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- Science news this week: 2025's biggest solar flare and Yosemite's 'ghost' volcano
May 17, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend. ... read more - 150,000-year history of Earth's magnetic field reveals clues about the climate when early humans were spreading out of Africa
The record sheds light on the climate early humans experienced when they were spreading out of Africa. ... read more - Living lunch box? Iceland orcas are unexpectedly swimming with baby pilot whales, but it's unclear why.
Newborn pilot whales have been spotted mysteriously swimming among pods of orcas. Scientists are trying to puzzle out how the pilot whale calves got there and what happened to ... read more - NASA spacecraft snaps eerie image of eclipsed sun with an extra moon overhead. What's going on?
NASA's PUNCH mission, a tiny constellation of four satellites, captured a photo of the moon drifting across the sky through a haze of sunlight. The mission is still undergoing ... read more - Electric Eels’ Shocking Ability To Alter The Genetics Of Nearby Animals
A new study has found that electric eels can alter the genetics of nearby animals through electrical discharges ... read more - A Psychologist Shares 5 Major Reasons Why Marriages Fall Apart
‘Marital storytelling’ can provide insight into the negative aspects of a marriage. ... read more - Aurora: Jaw-Dropping New Photos As Solar Storms Spark Intense Displays Across The World
Capture the Atlas' Northern Lights Photographer of the Year competition showcases mesmerizing shots of the aurora from Wales, Germany, Italy and Australia as the sun's magnetic activity ramps up. ... read more - Lasers And Eye-Popping Video Projections Turn S.F. Into Giant Art Canvas
"Let's Glow SF," thought to be the largest holiday light projection show in the U.S., sets iconic San Francisco buildings aglow for 10 days in December. ... read more - El Nino May Impact Holiday-Related Supply Chains
Managing supply chains during the holidays is always stressful and tests the boundaries of transportation systems. ... read more - A Psychologist Explains The Intricacies Of Parenting With A New Partner
Here are three science-backed tips to help parents navigate the complex dynamics of a stepfamily. ... read more - Recency Bias, Weather, And The Snubbing Of Florida State Football
Florida State was left out of the College Football Playoffs. Some experts argue that recency bias, often a challenge in weather risk messaging, was at play. ... read more - How To Redesign Your Love Nest For Renewed Romance, According To A Psychologist
Your bedroom is not just a space for rest. It’s a sanctuary for intimacy, connection and rejuvenation. ... read more - A Psychologist Gives 3 Tips To Navigate The ‘Meta-Worry’ Maze
Harness science-backed secrets to conquer meta-worry and take charge of your present. ... read more - Why It’s A Big Week For Halley’s Comet, A Possible ‘Star Of Bethlehem’
This week, the most famous Comet in the solar system begins its return journey in its 75-year orbit. Some think it was the source of the “Star of Bethlehem” Bible ... read more - Following Final Show, Kiss Will ‘Rock Forever’ As Digital Avatars
The rock band played its last show at Madison Square Garden on Saturday, with its digital avatars taking the stage to say hello to the world and perform an encore. ... read more