The Perseid Meteor Shower returns in August 2026 with dazzling shooting stars — up to 100 per hour at peak. Here is everything you need to know to watch.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has given 81% odds that the developing El Niño will break a 155-year intensity record, potentially becoming one of the strongest events in modern climate
A uniquely shaped Seattle raccoon named Jimothy captured the internet’s heart after a video of him roaming the streets of the Ballard neighbourhood went viral on July 14, 2026. The footage, filmed
The U.S. State Department faced diplomatic embarrassment after presenting an AI-generated map at the AIDS2026 international conference in Rio de Janeiro that mislabelled multiple African countries. The map highlighted six nations —
Orca encounters involving recreational and commercial vessels in the Strait of Gibraltar have generated growing concern among sailors and marine researchers. More than 500 documented interactions have been recorded between 2020 and
The Woodside Fire broke out on July 30, 2026 at approximately 1:45 p.m. near Timber Cove along Highway 1 in western Sonoma County, California. By late Thursday night the blaze had burned
Space weather forecasters predicted exceptional aurora borealis displays across northern latitudes, with the best viewing window running from September through October 2026. The NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center and aurora forecasting services
Former Green Bay Packers running back Ahman Green revealed in January 2025 that he has been diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease, disclosing his diagnosis publicly on the “Go Long” podcast with journalist
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a Class II voluntary recall of eight Rohto Cooling Eye Drop products, affecting over 11 million cartons distributed across North American retail outlets. The recall
Researchers at Stony Brook Medicine identified New York State’s first confirmed Bourbon virus case through a retrospective study completed in April 2026, which analysed 107 patients who presented with fever and tick-bite