Jupiter to reach opposition, make closest approach to Earth in decades — when to see it
Jupiter will soon reach opposition, appearing larger and brighter than at any other point of the year. At the same time, it’ll make its closest approach to Earth in nearly 60 years.
Jupiter will soon reach opposition, appearing larger and brighter than at any other point of the year. At the same time, it’ll make its closest approach to Earth in nearly 60 years.
Watch: Deer leaps over Michigan driver in video caught by MSP
A Michigan driver narrowly avoided being hit by a deer this week after one jumped over the car right in front of an MSP trooper.
A Michigan driver narrowly avoided being hit by a deer this week after one jumped over the car right in front of an MSP trooper.
Artemis I moon rocket fueling test complete after NASA engineers overcome hydrogen leak
During the test, NASA attempted a "kinder and gentler" approach using lower pressure to fill the 322-foot-tall SLS rocket with thousands of gallons of cryogenic fuel.
During the test, NASA attempted a "kinder and gentler" approach using lower pressure to fill the 322-foot-tall SLS rocket with thousands of gallons of cryogenic fuel.
Scientists think they’ve found a rare 'dinosaur mummy' in Canada
Scientists believe they've discovered a rare "dinosaur mummy," where the entire skeleton may be preserved in a rocky hill in Canada. Parts of the dinosaur's skeleton could be seen protuding from the hillside — and appear to even be covered in fossilized skin.
Scientists believe they've discovered a rare "dinosaur mummy," where the entire skeleton may be preserved in a rocky hill in Canada. Parts of the dinosaur's skeleton could be seen protuding from the hillside — and appear to even be covered in fossilized skin.
Giant lizard scales Florida homeowner’s window: 'Looks like Godzilla'
A giant lizard described as "Godzilla" recently visited a home in Florida and was caught on video trying to climb up a window.
A giant lizard described as "Godzilla" recently visited a home in Florida and was caught on video trying to climb up a window.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope captures dazzling images of Neptune's rings, moons
NASA's powerful James Webb Space Telescope has released stunning new images of Neptune and its rings, as well as seven of the planet's 14 known moons. Researchers say it's the clearest view of Neptune's rings since the Voyager 2 flyby in 1989.
NASA's powerful James Webb Space Telescope has released stunning new images of Neptune and its rings, as well as seven of the planet's 14 known moons. Researchers say it's the clearest view of Neptune's rings since the Voyager 2 flyby in 1989.
Manatee mom recovering at ZooTampa after boat strike caused collapsed lung, leading to buoyancy issues
A manatee and her calf are recovering in ZooTampa’s critical care center after a boat strike that left the mother with a collapsed lung.
A manatee and her calf are recovering in ZooTampa’s critical care center after a boat strike that left the mother with a collapsed lung.
Watch: Tow truck hoists 400-pound gator captured in Texas neighborhood
Trappers had to use a tow truck to hoist a 10-foot, 400-pound alligator into the back of a pickup truck after capturing the massive reptile in a Texas neighborhood.
Trappers had to use a tow truck to hoist a 10-foot, 400-pound alligator into the back of a pickup truck after capturing the massive reptile in a Texas neighborhood.
Rare white black bear caught on Michigan trail camera
White fur on a black bear is often seen only in one part of North America - in British Columbia in Canada. But for one to appear in Michigan? "It's much much more rare" a DNR official said.
White fur on a black bear is often seen only in one part of North America - in British Columbia in Canada. But for one to appear in Michigan? "It's much much more rare" a DNR official said.
American Airlines confirms customer, employee data breach after phishing scam
The company said a small amount of information was contained in the hacked e-mail accounts.
The company said a small amount of information was contained in the hacked e-mail accounts.
USDA OKs GMO purple tomatoes with enhanced ‘nutritional quality’
The seeds for the GMO purple tomato could be available in the U.S. as soon as spring 2023.
The seeds for the GMO purple tomato could be available in the U.S. as soon as spring 2023.
Reno air crash: Pilot killed while competing in championship
The crash occurred on the third of six laps during the Jet Gold Race on outer pylon 5, according to race officials.
The crash occurred on the third of six laps during the Jet Gold Race on outer pylon 5, according to race officials.
Baby dolphin rescued after becoming tangled in crab trap on Clearwater Beach nursed back to health
The baby dolphin found tangled in a crab trap on Clearwater Beach was nursed back to health. It first arrived at SeaWorld in critical condition, making the first 24 hours vital for its survival. However, without a pod or a mother, it would be dangerous to return it to the wild. So, it will live out its days at SeaWorld, where they have a dolphin nursery.
The baby dolphin found tangled in a crab trap on Clearwater Beach was nursed back to health. It first arrived at SeaWorld in critical condition, making the first 24 hours vital for its survival. However, without a pod or a mother, it would be dangerous to return it to the wild. So, it will live out its days at SeaWorld, where they have a dolphin nursery.
3-legged alligator mom carries babies in her mouth at Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland
A three-legged alligator mom was seen limping through Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland, moving her hatchlings from their nest to nearby water — one mouthful at a time.
A three-legged alligator mom was seen limping through Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland, moving her hatchlings from their nest to nearby water — one mouthful at a time.
Huge 8-foot alligator carries new hatchlings in Oklahoma: video
A video of an 8-foot alligator carrying its new hatchlings to water was recently shared on Facebook.
A video of an 8-foot alligator carrying its new hatchlings to water was recently shared on Facebook.
Strong redfish bite throughout Bay Area
Captain Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard?s Marina says he is seeing redfish schools in the back bay area. They are actively feeding right now.
Captain Dylan Hubbard of Hubbard?s Marina says he is seeing redfish schools in the back bay area. They are actively feeding right now.
Over 25,000 invasive lionfish removed from Florida's waters during three-month state challenge
In three months, nearly 200 divers searched and removed thousands of lionfish from Florida's waters – 25,299 to be exact.
In three months, nearly 200 divers searched and removed thousands of lionfish from Florida's waters – 25,299 to be exact.
NASA's Mars Perseverance rover finds diversity, hints of microbial life in ancient lake bed rocks
NASA's Perseverance rover has spent 1.5 years on Mars exploring an ancient lake bed. Scientists say several rock samples collected on Mars have organic molecules associated with life. A follow-up mission will pick up these samples from Perseverance in 2030.
NASA's Perseverance rover has spent 1.5 years on Mars exploring an ancient lake bed. Scientists say several rock samples collected on Mars have organic molecules associated with life. A follow-up mission will pick up these samples from Perseverance in 2030.
A new space race? China adds urgency to US return to moon
It's not just rocket fuel propelling America's first moonshot after a half-century lull. Strategic rivalry with China's ambitious space program is helping drive NASA’s effort, as both nations push to establish the first lunar bases.
It's not just rocket fuel propelling America's first moonshot after a half-century lull. Strategic rivalry with China's ambitious space program is helping drive NASA’s effort, as both nations push to establish the first lunar bases.
Video: Mako shark jumps onto fishing boat in Maine
“A once-in-a-lifetime experience!” Sea Ventures Charters wrote in a Facebook post. “Thankfully, no one on board was injured!”
“A once-in-a-lifetime experience!” Sea Ventures Charters wrote in a Facebook post. “Thankfully, no one on board was injured!”