Earth probably formed in a hotter, drier part of the solar system than previously thought, which could explain our planet's puzzling shortage of water, a new st

Here are 7 images of countries from space and the water concern that each nation faces.

Urban development is set to triple in the first three decades of this century, the largest cityscape expansion in human history, according to a new study that f

Fresh water. The planet has only so much to meet the needs of a growing world population. And global warming throws more uncertainty into the mix.

Community woodworking shops become popular, insect wings microscopically shred bacteria, and the size of ExxonMobil's Arkansas oil spill grows.

As Africa's population continues to rise, a new statistical analysis estimates the population to be 800 million more people than previously calculated.

Reuters investigates the growing trend of builders keeping hush about the severing of mineral rights attached to newly built homes.

The newly discovered ichthyosaur fossil challenges the assumption that live birth first appeared in marine reptiles after they took to the seas.

The quintessential image of a tropical paradise, the palm tree is much more significant than you might think. Here are 10 things you may not know about palms.

At more than 500,000 square miles, the marine park is twice the size of Texas and three times the size of Germany.

Covering some 500 million acres of ocean, the expanded marine sanctuary would be four times larger than California.

See how much you know about the prehistoric beasts that once roamed the Earth.

Instead of food waste heading to the landfill, now it will be repurposed, donated, or turned into compost, animal feed, or clean energy.

Photographer Emma Phillips describes the series as "a poetic exploration of and tribute to Australia's monolithic landscape."

There's more to salmon sperm than making salmon babies, as researchers find it can also be used to help sort out toxic waste.

The venom of some cone snails contains insulin, a new study finds, helping the sluggish mollusks snag speedier prey.

Canadian photographer's riveting imagery explores the multitude of ways that industry is transforming our planet's natural landscapes.

This gorgeous salt plain may be the key to keeping our electronics charged up.

Long before modern countries like China and Dubai began making artificial islands, the Calusa people built a kingdom on seashells.

Protesters celebrate in North Dakota as the Army halts the Dakota Access pipeline, but many of them still aren't leaving.

While wildfires burn Oregon's Columbia River Gorge, volunteers are eager to help rebuild it.

The Grand Canyon Trust is spearheading efforts to restore watering holes critical to desert species.

Magnesite has long been known as a CO2 absorber, but the slow rate of its growth made it a poor carbon storage option. Until now.

Gatherings of hermit crabs over a deceased crab may look like a funeral, but they have a much more selfish purpose.

Outdoor Photographer of the Year honors the best images from 2018 that highlight landscapes, wildlife and nature.

Researchers in Costa Rica are studying the vocalizations of Alston's singing mice to learn more about human speech.

In "Ajijaak on Turtle Island," a young crane's migration journey brings Native American stories to life.

From sibling cannibalism to daring cliff dives, some animal babies face unimaginable survival tests.

Researcher Lindsey Swierk discovered that when water anoles flee underwater to escape predators, they stay underwater for a long time.

Fortuitous timing gives photographer Sarah Bethea a stunning view of an ice cave in Iceland, the 'Land of Fire and Ice.'

Santa Barbara has close-by mountains, beautiful beaches and much more than it's famous wine — but don't skip that part.

When it's easier for you to attract females, you don't need as potent equipment.

The Tesla Roadster always looked good on paper, but there's no substitute for actually driving one. Waiting for the electric future? It's here!

Tesla is losing money, but its IPO is likely to succeed because it's the sexiest automaker on the planet, and everybody wants some of the fairy dust.

'Dippin’ in my Tesla' not likely to get radio playtime, but it won't make your ears bleed either.

Tom Gage was one of the creators of the high-performance electric TZero, the car that inspired the Tesla Roadster. But he didn't want to be a carmaker. Instead,

Tesla Motors is suing the popular BBC series, 'Top Gear,' over a December 2008 episode that raises questions about the range of the Roadster.

I liked this small battery SUV fine, though it exhibited a mysterious slowdown. If charge times are speeded up and the price kept within reason, it should sell.

If you're holding back from buying an electric or plug-in hybrid, read this story. Some of what you think you know may turn out to be wrong.

New network will enable coast-to-coast electric rides and 20-minute charges. CEO Elon Musk is ramping up the timetable.

The technology allows motorists to take out the old battery and put in a newly charged one in about one and a half minutes.

The company's stock is in high gear, its sales exceed expectations and two new models are coming. Tesla is disruptive for sure, but not trouble-free.

A hydroponic agriculture venture named Growing Underground is based in an air raid shelter 100 feet beneath the streets of London.

Actress Joanna Lumley is behind an urban park/footbridge project in London that's, well, absolutely fabulous.

Make its debut at the Ideal Home Show in London, the Quiet Treehouse includes an array of features that drown out modern life's most irritating noises.

British Parliament is striving to reduce its carbon footprint through various efficiency measures, including potentially outfitting Big Ben with PV panels.

British loo roll company Nouvelle erects an outdoor advertisement that doubles as a massive roadside bird feeder.

Although it may not exactly scream widespread appeal, a 99-inch-wide townhouse in London may have found itself a buyer.

Work is completed on Brighton Waste House, proving 'there is no such thing as waste, just stuff in the wrong place.'

A new scheme gives London's iconic-yet-disused phone booths a 21st century makeover as solar-powered gadget charging stations.