New 'baby pictures' of the cosmos show the universe in its infancy If our 13.8 billion-year-old cosmos could be considered middle-aged, researchers note these new images captured around its 380,000th birthday represent a snapshot of the universe as a newborn. Joe Hernandez
These scientists are building a cat database to understand why they act like that The project, called Darwin's Cats, aims to enhance our understanding of feline behavior and genetics. Manuela López Restrepo
How astronauts adjust when back on Earth after being in space Astronauts face several risks during spaceflight, including exposure to radiation. Chandelis Duster
This astronaut spent over 100 days in space. Here's how he says that affected him Jack Fischer spent more than 100 days aboard the International Space Station in 2017. He described to NPR what being in space for so long does to the body and what it feels like to return home. Obed Manuel
2 NASA astronauts return to Earth after an unexpectedly long mission in space NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore were on the International Space Station more than nine months, despite launching into space in June for what was expected to be an eight-day mission. Joe Hernandez
A cell pulls off one of the 'Holy Grails' of biotechnology A new part of an ocean plant cell has been discovered that might revolutionize farming one day. The structure can take nitrogen and convert it into the ingredient that helps all organisms grow. Ari Daniel
Heat can age you as much as smoking, a new study finds Exposure to heat can alter the way your DNA works, according to a new study. The effects could lead to long-term health outcomes. Alejandra Borunda
Researchers are rushing to build AI-powered robots. But will they work? Artificial intelligence has revolutionized the virtual world. But reality bytes. Geoff Brumfiel
A U.S. influencer outrages Australians by snatching a baby wombat from its mom Outdoor enthusiast Sam Jones left Australia after posting a video of herself separating a baby wombat from its mom on a dark road. Australians are cheering her departure and worrying about the animal. Rachel Treisman
Photos: Across the U.S., sky gazers marvel at the blood moon lunar eclipse As the moon moved through the shadow of the Earth, it was also being illuminated by light from the sun — causing the moon to appear as if dipped in a deep red hue in a stunning celestial sight. Juliana Kim
