Elon Musk's giant Starship rocket is launching again. Here's what to expect
The rocket is the largest ever built. It has yet to complete a full test flight, but the third time might be the charm.
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A medieval object with Arabic and Hebrew writings shows the collaboration of its time
Scientists identified an 11th-century astrolabe with Arabic inscriptions and Hebrew writings, highlighting a period when Muslims ruled in present-day Spain and scholarship and idea-sharing flourished.
Everything you need to know about solar eclipse glasses before April 8
From why you need them to how to check if they're legit, here's a guide to eclipse glasses so you can view next month's rare total solar eclipse safely.
This often-overlooked sea creature may be quietly protecting the planet's coral reefs
The pickle-shaped bottom feeders may reduce the amount of microbes on the seafloor that could potentially sicken coral, scientists suggest
Why a new report on child mortality is historic, encouraging — and grim
Child mortality has hit a historic low around the world — fewer then 5 million deaths a year. But experts believe that millions more could be saved by relatively cheap, simple interventions.
Oil and gas companies emit more climate-warming methane than EPA reports
Oil and gas drillers are releasing more climate-warming methane than the government estimates, a new study shows.
North Carolina A&T State University hosts the Black Nurse Scientists Mentoring Program HBCU Tour
About 150 nursing students at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University recently took part in the first-of-its-kind Black Nurse Scientists Mentoring Progra
Why NASA wants human guinea pigs to test out Martian living
Mars is seen as the next frontier in space exploration. But given the hostile environment on the red planet, is there a good reason why?
Will you be celebrating the solar eclipse? NPR wants to hear from you
Is this your first total solar eclipse, or did you have your glasses out in 2017, too? However you're celebrating, we want to hear from you.
Women who do strength training live longer. How much is enough?
Strength training is good for everyone. But women who train regularly, reduce their risk of death from heart disease significantly. And here are 5 other hidden benefits of building muscle.