U.S. and Japan teaming to put first Japanese astronaut on moon
No non-American has ever touched down on the lunar surface, and Japan has previously said it hopes to achieve a Moon landing by the end of this decade.
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"Efficient predator": Invasive green crab found in new area
The Carcinus maenas — or "raving mad crab" — preys on juvenile clams, out-competes native crab species and wreaks havoc on marine ecosystems.
Major climate indicators set "alarming" records in 2021, U.N. says
The ocean is more acidic than it's been in 26,000 years and hotter than ever as greenhouse gases continue to flood the atmosphere. Here's what it could mean for the climate crisis.
Who will suffer the most as climate change fuels heat waves in India?
As scientists warn heat waves are 100 times more likely in the region, millions of workers can't afford to take a day off, even if the heat could kill them.
Prehistoric dolphin species discovered in landlocked Switzerland
Twenty million years ago, Switzerland's low-lying parts were covered in an ocean teeming with fish, sharks and dolphins.
Moth species not seen since 1912 found at Detroit airport
The "very flashy" moths were found in the luggage of a traveler arriving from the Philippines, authorities said.
India hit with deadly flooding and heat waves at the same time
As floodwater sweeps homes away and trains off their tracks, a young Indian activist slams leaders for inaction in the face of "a real climate emergency."
How to watch the "super flower blood moon" total lunar eclipse
A spectacular full moon is fast approaching. Here's everything you need to know to see it.
First pictures of Milky Way’s black hole
Astronomers have managed to get the first images of the black hole located at the core of the Milky Way. Scientists across seven countries released the first ever image of the black hole called Sagittarius A*. Jeff Glor has more.
Climate change doubled risk of deadly South Africa flood, scientists say
Scientists warned that extreme events like this are likely to happen again "with even greater intensity."
Hurricane Isaias threatens Gulf Coast with rain, flooding. See its path.
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Trump promises not to resume Iran strikes before midterm elections
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Newly obtained footage shows Iran attack on major U.S. post in Kuwait
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Trump aide's daughter pictured with pro-Russia politician
Feds investigate if accused Chinese agent had help in the U.S.
Curtis Flowers, wrongfully convicted man who was on death row, dies at 56
Nicolas Maduro, wife face torture charge in new U.S. indictment
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