From mudstones on Mars to strange gases in exoplanet atmospheres, tentative evidence for extraterrestrial life is starting to ...

In 1977, astronomers detected a powerful, narrowband radio signal that appeared to come from deep space. It lasted just 72 seconds — long enough to stand out, but too short to confirm its source. This ...

The interstellar visitor Comet 3I/ATLAS passed Earth with Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb saying it could be an alien probe.

Long before scientists discovered that other stars in the universe host their own planetary systems, humanity had ...

The proposed H-1B visa changes may hinder freshers and volume hiring, favoring higher-skilled, higher-paid foreign workers.

Nebulae are some of the most breathtaking sights in the universe — vast clouds of gas and dust where stars are born, or where they meet their spectacular ends. From the delicate wisps of the Veil ...

Travel from Santa Clarita to Universal Studios has shifted from occasional splurge to planned routine for many local families, couples, and solo visitors, driven by new attractions, seasonal events, ...

Nieves penitentes appear as sharp, spiky protrusions reminiscent of the white hats worn by penitents during penance. Their ...

NPR's staff traveled a lot in 2025. From a Mardi Gras workshop to a festival celebrating the mythical Mothman, here are some ...