Could a Rogue Planet Destroy the Earth?
Rogue planets that float freely through space without a star to orbit are very difficult for astronomers to detect.
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Space Dust Could Carry Traces of Alien Life Forms to Earth: Report
"If there are signs of life in dust grains, not only could we be certain, but we could also find out soon," Japanese astronomer Tomonori Totani said.
Man Opens Drawer and Finds Deadly Snake Trapped Inside: 'Yikes'
The eastern brown snake was tucked away in an open card among the drawer's contents.
Photos Show Northern Lights in Rare Appearance Over North America
The northern lights painted the night sky green across the northern parts of the U.S. and Canada, and were even seen as a faint pink as far south as New Mexico.
Angler Breaks Local Record With 70 Lb Catfish After Nearly Hour-Long Battle
"I was elated when the fish was finally laying in the floor of my boat," Michael Dollar told Newsweek.
Marburg Virus Outbreak: Tanzania Announces Spread of Deadly Disease
The virus is a close relative of Ebola and causes very similar symptoms, including hemorrhaging and organ failure.
Earth's Magnetic North Pole Follows 'Unusual' Path, Races Towards Siberia
The recent movement of the north magnetic pole has been following a path that is "unprecedented in the recent historical record," scientists said.
Scientists Make Quantum Light Breakthrough: 'This Experiment Is Beautiful'
The scientists have described how they made two individual quantum photons of light interact, which is very hard to do.
Distant Planet Formed 150 Million Years Ago Found to Have Water
The planet, VHS 1256 b, is a gas giant around 40 light years away from Earth. It has water, carbon dioxide and methane in its swirling silicate dust clouds.
'Feisty' Raccoon Breaks Into Parks Department Office in Hilarious Video
"That raccoon wants to speak to the manager," wrote one user in response to the video from the Colorado Parks and Wildlife Department at Grand Junction.
Lenient Rules for Biotech Research Put the World at Risk. Will AI Do the Same?
To avoid the mistakes of biotech, the AI community needs to start thinking right now about the safety of generative artificial intelligence.
See Shocking Moment 8ft Cannibal Alligator Eats Smaller Gator: 'Tenderized'
"I just stood as still as I could. He always kept his eyes on me," photographer Barbara D'Angelo told Newsweek.
Removal of Millions of Dead Fish from River Like 'A Funeral Procession'
The floating, rotting fish are being removed using large nets, scooping the pungent carcasses from the surface of the river.
Why California Drought Isn't Over Yet
Despite heavy snow and rainfall to pummel California in recent weeks, the state is not out of the woods yet.
'Take Mating Season Seriously' Says Florida Man Who Was Bitten by Alligator
Since being attacked by an alligator in May 2021, Jeffrey Heim has learned how to dive safely with Florida's wildlife.
