Recent stories

A strange sight greeted Londoners this week – one that was tied up with saving the critically-endangered western gray whale from a new and perilous threat...

As human populations expand and wildlife species decline, more parasites and bacteria are affecting humans...

Ten incredible airplane boneyards – the places where old military planes and airliners alike go to die...

In the otherwordly sand dunes surrounding an ancient dry lake bed, prehistoric human remains have been found that challenge our understanding of human history.

How snakes have babies is fascinating! Enjoy this image sequence of a milk snake hatching while we learn something about the maternal instincts of our slithery friends.

This infographic offers a fascinating glimpse into how hospital rooms might look in the very near future...

Koalas are not only cute; they are also experts at sleeping in trees – and dozing while doing so! Still, looking at the following images, it doesn't seem an easy feat!

Moroccan mosaics have been around for centuries, their intricate designs delighting all who see them. But there's more to the complex patterns than meets the eye.

Trees have some staying power – geez, just check out these six – but then, if a guy can live without a heart, so do we! Cool link awesomeness abounds!

The worst polar expedition ever and nine warmer links, including a church consumed by nature, and eleven more such places of worship given a new lease of life...

The Crossley ID Guide: Eastern Birds is a new and unique field guide that replaces conventional content illustrations with stunning digital photography and more.

Since the malfunction of their polar ice monitoring satellite ICEsat, NASA has taken to the skies in low-flying aircraft to continue their important research.

Drought is a killer of animals, crops and people, yet there is an undeniable beauty to the 20 images of parched terrains that we are about to explore.

Even the fiercest predators start their lives helpless and adorable, and even cold-blooded killers like crocodiles display surprising parenting skills...

Thanks to their practical and energy efficient design, the turf houses of Iceland have been around for centuries – and may be the future of eco-conscious home design...

The aptly-named Atlas moth is not only one of the most beautiful creatures of its kind but also the largest moth in the world!

The name Zanzibar inspires visions of exotic lands, colorful cloths and intriguing histories. Find out more about what it's actually like...

Tailings ponds may look stunning with their blue and gray colors, but beneath their surface beauty lie substances that are deeply harmful to human and animal health.

Groundhogs predict North American weather every February 2nd. But what do groundhogs, also known as woodchucks, do with the rest of their year?

Talk about a long innings! These creatures really had some staying power! This and much more coolness besides...