Americans have some time before social distancing measures can let up—and every day counts

The bacterial strain can break down some of the toxic components of polyurethane plastic

The new wound further diminishes Earth’s protective shield against damaging solar radiation

The bright blue pigment that adorns the Bust of Nefertiti’s crown can now be used to study molecular biology

Traces of lead pollution frozen in a glacier confirm that British lead production waned just before the death of Thomas Becket

Due to COVID-19, Art + Action's "Come to Your Census" project has pivoted from posters and events to social media and online outreach

The worms are 283-times more abundant than they were in the 1970s, which might be a sign of healthy marine ecosystems

These flying reptiles patrolled the African skies some 100 million years ago

Researchers compared tree rings from around the world to determine that a volcano on Santorini probably erupted in 1560 B.C.

Audible's new service is aimed at school-age children participating in distance learning but features selections likely to appeal to all

A treasure trove of new fossils unearthed in Australia reveals some raunchily-positioned bugs

The classically trained actor is reading a sonnet a day on Instagram

Starved of resources, these hardy bacteria still eke out a living, suggesting life forms could survive in the harsh habitats on other planets

Mary Pearson, who was briefly engaged to the writer's brother, may be the real-life counterpart of Lydia Bennet from "Pride and Prejudice"

Select Andrew Lloyd Webber productions will stream on YouTube for 48 hours at a time

Biologist Tagide deCarvalho created this award-winning image of the tardigrade using fluorescent stains

New research indicates that Iron Age Britons venerated brown hares and chickens long before modern Easter celebrations

The children's book author and illustrator purchased the repurposed World War II vessel in 1967

Blending marshmallows with scientific rigor, the contest offers levity during a difficult time

These dairy products are no longer edible, but they're still valuable to researchers

These cliques wear pink every day of the week

The "lost" apples will help restore genetic, culinary diversity to a crop North America once produced in astonishing variety

The computer program can identify canine versus human feces based on DNA sequences in samples

The crustaceans' guts pulverize plastics into tiny bits that can be consumed by even smaller creatures at the base of the ocean food chain

The 20th-century architect defined a uniquely American style that used nature-inspired motifs and horizontal lines

The Archaeological Institute of America launched its Build Your Own Monument challenge early to inspire families quarantining at home

Scientists discover neurotoxin-producing bacteria living on the skin of rough-skinned newts

After missing years of shears, the voluminous creature had ballooned to about five times the size of a typical sheep

The ancient throwing stick may have been used by Neanderthals or an even earlier hominin

Beaches in Florida and Thailand have tentatively reported increases in nests, due to decreased human presence. But the trend won’t necessarily persist

Traditionalist "two-spacers" can still disable the function

The researchers gathered data from 166 surveys of insect abundance around the world, mostly conducted since the 1980s

The find could help pin down when the South Pole turned icy

The story behind the image, and its removal, led to mixed reactions from the public, including native communities

By building a new broch, the project aims to better understand how and why the original structures were constructed

New study extends previous results limited to just two islands to 188 species of lizard across Caribbean as well as Central and South America

Armchair travelers can also enjoy 360-degree views of the city's famed Northern Lights

The virus tweaks bee behavior to infect new hives and may also spread other hive-killing pathogens and pests

Currently in the works, the new monument will honor her contributions and legacy with a contemplative space

The opossum-sized mammal lived in Madagascar at the end of the age of the dinosaurs

Buried in a mass grave in Mexico City, the trio may have been part of the first generation abducted from their homeland and brought to the New World

The Catholic Church's actions during World War II have long been a matter of historical debate

The Asian giant hornet, seen for the first time in North America in 2019, is unlikely to murder you or U.S. bees, according to a Smithsonian entomologist

In 1847, the Choctaw Nation sent $170—more than $5,000 today—to victims of the Irish potato famine

The Museo de la Massacre de Ponce and Casa Paoli were among the buildings affected by Saturday's tremors

The specimen may be the earliest known example of a squid-like creature on the attack

In April alone, the Sturminster Newton Mill ground more than one ton of wheat

Items recovered include fossils, paintings, ancient coins, ceramics and jewelry

Airing on the aquarium's Twitch channel at 4 p.m. EST today, the two-hour session will focus on the video game's diverse insect population