ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATEThere are different types of spider webs, each unique to a distinct species of spiders. Read the article to learn how these structures are made.
The Thomas Fire which rampaged across southern California in 2017 has deposited chemical compounds that provide nutrients to marine bacteria. Read the article to find out more.
A Harvard study reveals the impact of human emissions in increasing the concentrations of atmospheric mercury. Continue reading the article to find out more.
Physicists examine human-induced climate chaos in the Anthropocene epoch, revealing the risk of reaching an irreparable climate state due to increased human activity. Read on to learn more.
Brittle stars discovered in South Africa are the oldest ever unearthed in the Southern Hemisphere and ancient supercontinent of Gondwana. Learn more about it in this article.
Researchers have uncovered the remains of a circular temple in Mexico believed to have been dedicated to the ancient Maya serpent deity. Read the article to find out more.
PBS's "Spy in the Ocean" series uses robot animal cameras among real wildlife to capture their natural behavior, like "spy dolphins." Check out the rare footage of megapod of spinner dolphins in action.