It grows a quarter of America’s food, yet it’s running out of water. The Central Valley’s quiet crisis could reshape how the world eats.

California just became the world’s fourth-largest economy, passing Japan. Here’s what’s driving its rise and what it means for the future.

Humans can’t survive more than four years on Mars without lethal radiation. Here’s what that means for future missions and life beyond Earth.

What if every black hole is an exit? Scientists now think they could open into white holes doorways through space, time, and everything we know.

NASA just found a strange, web-like structure on Mars. It’s not a spider, but it might be a clue to life hiding below the surface.

AI now sees what we can’t finding hidden patterns in medical scans, satellite photos, and even our eyes. What does that mean for trust?

An algorithm chose the embryo. A baby was born. Here’s what that means for fertility and the future of being human.

Scientists just invented cement that stores electricity, turning buildings into giant batteries. Here’s how “power walls” could change energy forever.

Cleaning a wine decanter doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Here’s the surprisingly simple espresso-cleaner trick that leaves your glass spotless, no beads required.

Moody, magical, and maddening, Pinot Noir built Burgundy, fuels Champagne, and still surprises every glass. Explore the grape that changed wine forever.

Discover the wild history of Champagne, from royal mishaps to science breakthroughs, and why its bubbles still define celebration today.

Why do some sounds make us cringe while others calm us? Discover the weird science behind 10 everyday noises you never think about.

Figs are inverted flowers with ancient roots and wild facts. Learn how to grow them, especially the hardy, delicious Chicago variety.

Nanoparticles can now control mouse brains. The science is real and the ethics are complicated.

Wine tastes different at 35,000 feet, here’s why, what to sip instead, and how to hack your next in-flight drink for better flavor.

Discover 10 surprising facts about everyday objects, from pencils that write 35 miles to why pen caps have holes. Weird, fun, and seriously fascinating.

Think you know airports? From hidden rooms to bizarre runways, these 10 surprising airport facts will change how you see flying and give you serious travel-trivia bragging rights.

AI shopping assistants are here: buying products, comparing prices, and reshaping online retail. Here’s how intelligent commerce works and what it means for you.

The world’s first flying motorcycle is here. Learn how this real hover bike works, how safe it is, and what it means for the future of transportation.

Scientists built self-replicating living robots from frog cells: xenobots. Here’s how they work, why they matter, and what they mean for the future of life.