Earth Matters

January 30, 2017, 3:53 p.m. by Michael d'Estries

Geologists studying the phenomenon say the fissure is likely a reflection of aquifer depletion.

January 30, 2017, 1:03 p.m. by Angela Nelson

5 ways to make your voice heard, and 2 ways that aren't worth your time.

January 30, 2017, 12:18 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick

This panda finds pleasure in the simple things in life.

January 28, 2017, 1 p.m. by Russell McLendon

A new report hints at the growing economic clout of renewable energy.

January 27, 2017, 8:55 a.m. by Jenn Savedge

Money is good, but there are other ways you can help.

January 26, 2017, 3:23 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick

This parasitic wasp burrows into another wasp's head, controls it and crawls out of the host's head fully formed.

January 26, 2017, 2:07 p.m. by Angela Nelson

A political action committee aims to connect the STEM community with the resources to run a successful campaign.

January 26, 2017, 12 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo

Zoos and aquariums have started a #cuteanimaltweetoff, and there's way too much adorable for the world to take.

January 26, 2017, 10:04 a.m. by Melissa Breyer

In which we reveal that cows have accents and can smell things from 6 miles away.

January 26, 2017, 8:14 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo

No one knows her name, but Maria Sibylla Merian was remarkable.

January 26, 2017, 7:26 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch

Conservationists are celebrating the hatching of a turtle from a species once thought to be extinct.

January 26, 2017, 6:42 a.m. by Jenn Savedge

Here’s what the next century might bring for 'America's Best Idea.'