Natural Science

Genetics Science April 8

Wolf made famous in 'Game of Thrones' brought back from 12,500-year extinction, US company claims

A US company claims to have brought an extinct species of wolf back from extinction. The dire wolf last roamed the American midcontinent 12,500 years ago.

VIDEO April 8

Researchers claim to have brought dire wolf back from 12,500-year extinction

A U.S. company claims to have brought the dire wolf back from a 12,500-year extinction. (Colossal Biosciences)

Science April 7

'Well-preserved' baby mammoth dating back to Ice Age dissected by scientists: photos

A baby mammoth nicknamed "Yana" was dissected by Russian scientists at North-Eastern Federal University in Yakutsk on March 27, pictures show.

Media April 6

Rupert Murdoch, Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg among industry leaders at 11th Breakthrough Prize gala

Often dubbed the "Oscars of Science," the the 11th Breakthrough Prize gala celebrated research achievements and the world’s top scientists in Los Angeles.

VIDEO April 6

Rupert Murdoch and wife Elena attend 11th Breakthrough Prize Ceremony

FOX Corporation's Chairman Emeritus Rupert Murdoch and wife Elena attend the 11th annual Breakthrough Prize Gala to honor the research achievements of the world's top scientists. 

National Security March 31

US 'golden dome' back in play as 'insurance policy' decades after Reagan's Cold War-era proposal

The United State needs to invest in a Golden Dome defense system to prevent a nuclear electromagnetic pulse (EMP) strike from crippling the country, an expert warned.

Asteroids February 18

Odds of massive asteroid striking Earth increase again: NASA

The chances of an asteroid as large as the width of an NFL field striking Earth continue to tick up, according to NASA.

Travel February 10

Missing ancient manuscripts written by famous mathematician discovered by scientists

Lost manuscripts written by the famous Greek mathematician Apollonius of Perga were discovered in the Netherlands. The ancient finds are located at Leiden University Libraries.

VIDEO January 15

WATCH: Bald Eagle rescued by Alaska police released into the wild

With the help of an anonymous resident, officers from the Fairbanks Airport Police and Fire Department helped save a frozen juvenile bald eagle on January 11, 2025. 

Travel January 11

Expert warns Americans about elephant tourism after young student is killed in Thailand: 'Recipe for disaster'

Save the Elephants CEO Duncan McNair spoke with Fox News Digital about the death of Blanca Ojanguren García, a student recently killed by an elephant, and warned tourists about risks.

Dinosaurs January 9

'Dinosaur highway' footprints dating back 166 million years discovered in England

A “dinosaur highway" containing nearly 200 tracks that date back 166 million years was discovered in a limestone quarry southern England.

Travel October 30

Florida's glowing waters among the natural wonders inspiring travelers in year ahead

Vrbo identified travel trends for next year, with many seeking “Phenomena List" adventures. Americans are opting to plan their travel around natural wonders related to the great outdoors.

Genetics October 20

Rise of the superbaby? US startup offers genetic IQ screening for wealthy elite: report

U.S.-based startup company Heliospect Genomics reportedly is offering wealthy couples embryo screening for IQ and other traits at $50,000 for 100 embryos.

LIFESTYLE October 8

Man stumbles across gem worth thousands hidden in dirt: 'It's like nothing else'

Crystal expert Patrick Gundersen recently found a priceless quartz hidden in the dirt of Australia's Northern Territory. The crystal hunter said he does not intend to sell the gem.

VIDEO October 4

'Delicious, creative' addition to 'chef's toolbox' will surprise everyone

A Stanford researcher with a culinary background told Fox News Digital that "more and more chefs" are reaching out to him about Neurospora intermedia, a fungus that can help transform food waste into nutritious, edible meals.

US September 21

Massachusetts man arrested in 36-year-old cold case after spit on sidewalk links him to murder of woman

A 65-year-old man was arrested after his DNA was linked to the 1988 murder of a 25-year-old mother who was found stabbed at her Boston home, police said.

This Day in History September 18

On this day in history, September 18, 1870, Old Faithful geyser in Wyoming is documented and named

The geyser Old Faithful was named on this day in history, Sept. 18, 1870, after an explorer noticed the eruptions were quite "faithful." It remains a popular tourist attraction.

TRAVEL September 15

Catch the Northern Lights in the US and around the world with these viewing tips

In the U.S., Idaho, Alaska and Michigan are examples of places where the Northern Lights could be observed, while Iceland and Norway are among the international destinations.

New Mexico September 10

National Park Service blames bag of Cheetos for disrupting entire Carlsbad Caverns ecosystem

Carlsbad Caverns National Park rangers pounced into action after a visitor left a bag of Cheetos that inhabitants of the caves found and spread, nearly destroying its ecosystem.

Dinosaurs September 3

First-of-its-kind green dinosaur skeleton recovered in Utah could be new species, says National Geographic

A 150-million-year-old unique green dinosaur skeleton, which could be a new species, has been reassembled for display in Los Angeles. The dinosaur was first spotted in 2007.

True Crime September 1

Cigarette butt helps Washington police hunt 1980 murder suspect across country: ‘I was hooked in this case’

A cigarette butt helped investigators track down an Arkansas man accused of murdering a woman in Washington state in 1980 after the case went cold.

Rare Diseases August 30

Mother frantic to save clinical trial that could cure her daughter: ‘The treatment is sitting in a fridge'

A rare disease called SPG50 affects fewer than 100 people in the world — and one of them is Naomi Lockard, a 3-year-old in Colorado. Her mother is desperate to raise funds to save her life.

LIFESTYLE August 19

Rare blue supermoon shines tonight, plus more full moons to catch this year

On the evening of Aug. 19, 2024, a rare blue supermoon will be visible across North America and will stay in effect until Wednesday. Here are more supermoons to catch this year.

Iowa August 18

Archaeologists unearth 13,000-year-old mastodon skull in Iowa

Iowa archaeologists have unearthed a 13,600-year-old mastodon skull in pristine condition during a nearly two-week excavation at an eroding creek bank in Wayne County.

Cold Case August 17

Serial killer confesses to 1986 murder of teen mom in Southern California

A 70-year-old serial killer on death row for the murders of a dozen women has confessed to the 1986 murder of a 19-year-old mother of two after his DNA was found on her clothing.

VIDEO August 8

See the San Diego Zoo's new giant panda bears in action

Xin Bao and Yun Chuan are the first giant pandas to arrive in the U.S. from China in 21 years.

Texas August 8

Chemical leak near Great Wolf Lodge sends 16 workers to hospital

A hazardous chemical mixture near Great Wolf Lodge in Webster, Texas, sent 16 workers to a hospital on Wednesday morning, city officials said.

WILD NATURE August 8

San Diego Zoo debuts two giant pandas from China in key conservation partnership

The San Diego Zoo in California is debuting two giant pandas on August 8 in its new habitat as part of a 30-year long conservation partnership with China.

LIFESTYLE July 22

Viral egg and toothpaste 'experiment' on Instagram leads to questions: Is it real or fake?

A mom's viral Instagram video that showed her trying an egg "experiment" with her son has sparked a debate as to whether it is an actual experiment or a prank. Here's the answer.

LIFESTYLE July 19

Largemouth bass now known as Florida bass, 'a distinct species': 'Discovery is crucial'

The largemouth bass is now known as the Florida bass after a study determined these are two separate species of fish. "This discovery is crucial," said Michelle Kerr, wildlife expert.