A deadly combination of high temperatures and oppressive humidity has prompted the National Weather Service to issue advisories in 15 states.

A new report of the global lithium market argues we should be trying harder to recover supplies of unused, pure lithium lying inside discarded lithium batteries.

A state-of-the-art ocean-observing satellite recorded the massive wave rippling out from the epicenter of this major quake.

Researchers at the National Ignition Facility achieved nuclear fusion ignition with the help of an AI program that essentially told them they were on the right track.

The National Hurricane Center expects this storm to gradually strengthen over the next day or so, but also warned of its potential to rapidly intensify within the next 24 to 48 hours.

Scientists know little about the elusive river otters living along the East Coast, but a new study inspired by one bizarre, smelly poop offers some much-needed insight.

An engineering breakthrough involving lasers, black metal, and aluminum could boost solar power to 15 times what’s currently possible.

The loss of critical temperature cues could throw monarchs’ biological compasses out of whack during migration.

Juneau might see its third record-breaking flood in three years.

A researcher who studies flood-risk mapping says many politicians aren’t interested in updating maps because it might trigger higher insurance costs and restrictions on construction.

Rents jumped 20 percent after this year’s Los Angeles wildfires, forcing displaced residents to scramble for housing in an already-tough market.

Scientists have known climate change is increasing the severity of hurricanes for years now, but new research suggests it’s also leading to tropical cyclone clusters.

Denver International Airport believes a small modular reactor could help it meet its emissions goals, but getting the community on board presents a major hurdle.

A new type of hydrogen fuel cell operates at much lower temperatures than what’s typically required for existing fuel cells, bringing them closer to widespread implementation.

Forecasters expect Tropical Storm Erin to strengthen significantly as it tracks westward across the Atlantic.

Now-famous CCTV footage from March confirms faulting dynamics that researchers could previously only infer.

Environmental groups allege that officials broke federal law by rushing construction without attaining public input or an environmental impact statement.

After a slow start to the season, a marine heatwave is priming the Atlantic Basin for hurricane formation.

There are a few reasons why your cat likes to be in physical contact with you