Geology April 19, 2018 Treasure island: Rare metals discovery on remote Pacific atoll is worth billions of dollars The discovery of vast reserves of rare-earth elements on a tiny island found in Japan's exclusive economic waters, used in everything from iPhones to missile systems to electric vehicles, has been described as a "game changer."
Asteroids March 28, 2018 Meteorite hunters: Scientists set to scour Antarctica for rare space rocks Scientists are set to scour the frozen wastes of Antarctica in an audacious attempt to uncover lost meteorites.
Geology March 25, 2018 Mount Etna in Sicily is sliding into Mediterranean Sea, scientists say Mount Etna - Europe's tallest active volcano - is sliding toward the sea which could have "devastating consequences", scientists have warned.
Plants March 22, 2018 Top 10 US national parks Encompassing swamplands, sequoia forests, active volcanoes and painted deserts, these protected areas provide adventurous visitors with a firsthand look at the unique beauty of the untouched American wild.
Climate March 22, 2018 Spectacular ice caves you can visit year round No need to wait till Lake Superior freezes over again. Visit these caves any time for incredible photo ops.
Science Education March 22, 2018 Weird natural wonders you won’t believe are real From Mexico’s Cave of Crystals to waves frozen in time, these natural formations will make you look twice.
Travel Gear March 21, 2018 Hot new volcano vacations Looking beyond disaster tourism to volcanic hot springs and lava-roasted marshmallows.
Plants March 21, 2018 Mind-blowing colors found in nature You won’t believe Mother Nature’s Crayola-worthy shades.
Travel Gear March 21, 2018 10 most iconic places to photograph Recently I was asked if I could name a “bucket list” of iconic places in the world for photographers. It didn’t take long. Certain places attract photographers like magnets attract iron filings; we are drawn to them without quite knowing why. Nor do we absolutely have to know. For some of us it will simply be the joy of collecting the trophy pictures we’ve always wanted to take. But for others, myself included, the exercise has something more to do with understanding both ourselves and the world. Here is my list (not terribly original, I’ll admit), with my reflections on why these places are iconic to me. I’m absolutely sure that everyone will have a different top ten. But just as going there and taking the pictures was a deeply rich experience, so too is the simple act of asking which ones—and why?
Geology March 12, 2018 This tiny diamond contains a mineral that's never been seen before A schist in the hand may be quite continental, but diamonds are a geologist's best friend.
Geology March 7, 2018 Prehistoric cave believed to be 10 million years old found in Texas After residents in a Round Rock neighborhood complained of lack of water, county officials made a surprising discovery. A pipe had broken due to the collapse of a cave roof. Experts believe the cave was formed millions of years ago.