Here's what the hurricane categories mean
The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale rates hurricanes on a scale from 1 to 5.
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Why you sweat, and why that's a good thing
During this summer of record-breaking heat, no other bodily function is so essential yet so misunderstood. What exactly does excreting water through our skin do for us?
The science and art of lightning
Beautiful and dangerous, lightning bolts are one of nature's most captivating and misunderstood phenomena.
The science of sweat
Humans are rare among animals in that we possess sweat glands all over our bodies, which can produce moisture, and even embarrassment. But what exactly does excreting water through our skin do for us? Correspondent Faith Salie talks with biologist Andrew Best, and with Sarah Everts, author of "The Joy of Sweat," to discuss the science behind perspiration.
The secrets of lightning
Beautiful and dangerous, lightning bolts are one of nature's most captivating and misunderstood phenomena. Correspondent David Pogue looks into some of the misconceptions about lightning; meets a woman who survived millions of volts coursing through her body; and talks with photographer Lori Bailey, who has captured brilliant, millisecond-long displays of lightning.
Octopuses use ocean bottom "natural hot tub" to hatch eggs more quickly
Scientists have dubbed the spot off California "Octopus Garden." They say warm air from an extinct volcano speeds the hatching of eggs, cutting the risk the laid eggs will be eaten by predators.
Climate change contributed to Canada's extreme wildfires, report says
A new study determined that Canada's fires were fueled by human-induced changes in temperature and humidity.
Webb telescope makes "surprising" discovery in halo of dying star
New images from the James Webb Space Telescope have revealed intricate details of a dying star's final stages, NASA said.
Light pollution is killing the vibe for courting fireflies
As many as 1 in 3 lightning bug species in America could be under threat, scientists say.
Top 10 deadliest hurricanes in U.S. history
The Great Galveston Hurricane is known as the deadliest weather disaster in United States history, killing at least 8,000 people, with some estimates as high as 12,000 people.
FlyDubai co-pilot was likely lone wolf, Israeli investigators believe
CBS News poll finds Democrats maintain House advantage amid concern about prices
Key Biden aide recalls "draconian measures" being considered against Israel
Hero passenger on FlyDubai flight: "We are going to survive"
Search ongoing after debris of plane that went missing off Nantucket found
Supreme Court gears up for new term with major cases on climate change, guns
U.S. Marine arrested, accused of killing Japanese woman in Okinawa
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