Science Education

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.

Spaceflight July 17

Space is next frontier for West Virginia engineer, author, TV host and mother

A West Virginia native is set to become the first woman from her home state to travel into space as a citizen astronaut ambassador aboard a Blue Origin flight.

CANCER July 11

Ancient Egyptians attempted to surgically remove brain cancer from skull 4,000 years ago, study finds

A new study took a closer look at lesions in two Ancient Egyptian skulls, one showing evidence of successful post-traumatic care and the other an attempted removal of brain cancer.

LIFESTYLE June 18

On this day in history, June 18, 1983, astronaut Sally Ride becomes first American woman in space

Sally Ride made history as the first American woman in space on this day in history, June 18, 1983. Ride was one of six women picked for the astronaut class of 1978.

LIFESTYLE April 17

Rare star explosion expected to be 'once-in-a-lifetime viewing opportunity,' NASA officials say

Astronomers predict that a star system located 3,000 light years away from planet Earth will become visible this year as a nova explosion is to occur, NASA officials say.

Solar Eclipse March 24

For solar eclipse on April 8, some US schools will be closed for the day

School districts and universities nationwide will observe alternative schedules due to safety concerns during the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. Astrophysicist Dr. Bill Blair weighs in.

Tennessee February 18

Tennessee elementary students, teacher, hospitalized after science experiment involving dry ice

A science teacher and 18 students at Vena Stuart Elementary School in Gallatin, Tennessee were taken to the hospital after a science experiment involving dry ice on Friday.

SCIENCE January 29

Moonquakes and faults near lunar south pole result of shrinking, study says

Scientists have researched seismic activity on the moon, which may impact future human landings. Moonquakes can last much longer than earthquakes, study shows.

Digital Originals November 3, 2023

A $35,000-a-year boarding school named AI bot its 'principal headteacher.' The headmaster says its helping

Cottesmore School announced an AI bot would be the institution's "principal headteacher." The tool has helped faculty reduce time spent on administrative tasks, the headmaster said.