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On March 17, 2026, around 8:56 am EDT, a bright meteor lit up the sky over the northern United States. The fireball was seen across at least ten states and southern Ontario, Canada. Seconds after appearing, it produced a loud sonic boom that was heard and felt across Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Michigan....

Wind is an important source of clean electricity. Today, most of it is captured by ground-based turbines. These tall structures use spinning blades to convert moving air into power. However, winds closer to the surface can be unpredictable. Mountains, buildings, and trees can block or slow airflow. A Chinese start-up hopes to overcome these limitations by sending turbines high into the sky....

Five years ago, American YouTuber Logan Paul made headlines when he paid a record $5.275 million for a Pikachu Illustrator card. That price now looks like a bargain. On February 16, 2026, his card sold for over $16 million, making it the most expensive Pokémon card sold at auction. It also broke the overall record for the most expensive trading card sold at auction. That record was previously held by a $12.93 million trading card featuring Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant....

Taryn Smith has made history as the first American woman to win the women's solo category of the World's Toughest Row Atlantic. The 25-year-old finished the race in 46 days, 3 hours, and 37 minutes, arriving in Antigua on January 29, 2026. Smith's achievement is even more remarkable considering she had never rowed competitively before....

A human handprint found deep inside a limestone cave on Indonesia’s Muna Island may be the oldest rock art ever discovered. Dating back nearly 68,000 years, it offers a rare glimpse into the creativity of early humans....

Punch-kun, a baby Japanese macaque at Ichikawa City Zoo in Japan, and his orangutan plushie have taken the internet by storm. Heartwarming videos of him clutching his plush toy have inspired fan art and caused a surge in sales of orangutan plush toys worldwide....

A holiday devoted to a math constant might not sound exciting. But Pi Day, celebrated every March 14 (3/14) in the United States, is an exception. The day usually starts with activities celebrating pi (π) — the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter (about 3.14). But it almost always ends with a tasty slice of pie....

Saudi Arabia’s Qiddiya City is unlike any other destination in the world. Located in the Al-Qiddiya desert just outside the capital city of Riyadh, it is being built as a center for sports, entertainment, and family fun. The site already boasts a nine‑floor motorsports playground and a high-speed racing circuit carved into the desert....

A reticulated python in the tropical forests of Sulawesi, Indonesia, has broken the Guinness World Record for the longest wild snake ever measured. Nicknamed Ibu Baron, or “The Baroness,” the massive reptile stretches an astounding 23 ft. 8 in (7.22 m) long. The title was officially confirmed on January 18, 2026. It had previously belonged to a 22 ft. 10 in (6.95 m) reticulated python. That snake was found in Malaysia in 1999....

When 13-year-old Austin Appelbee went on a beach adventure with his family on January 30, 2026, he expected a fun afternoon on the water. Instead, he was thrown into a life-or-death emergency that would test his courage and endurance....

India is home to a host of vibrant festivals. But Holi — the Festival of Colors — is one of the most eagerly awaited. This Hindu holiday marks the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil. In 2026, Holi will be celebrated on March 4....

Skywatchers are in for a treat. On March 3, 2026, a spectacular total lunar eclipse will turn the Moon a deep reddish color, creating what is known as a "Blood Moon." The eclipse will be visible wherever the Moon is above the horizon during the event. This includes much of the Americas, Australia and East Asia. This will be the last total lunar eclipse until late 2028....

From February 22 through February 23, 2026, the northeastern United States was hit by a historic winter storm. Meteorologists say it began as a regular nor’easter but quickly intensified into a bomb cyclone. This occurs when warm air from the Atlantic Ocean meets the freezing Arctic air. The warm air rises rapidly, causing the storm to spin faster and grow much stronger....

Two marine predators once thought to simply share the same waters may actually be hunting partners. In a rare example of teamwork between species, northern resident killer whales (orcas) and Pacific white-sided dolphins have been seen hunting together off the coast of British Columbia, Canada....

On February 19, 2026, American figure skater Alysa Liu delivered a flawless routine to win the women’s individual title at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics. Her victory ended a 24-year gold medal drought in the event for the United States (US). The last American woman to win was Sarah Hughes in 2002....

Dozens of black leather shoes dating back to the 19th century have been washing up along the beaches of Ogmore-by-Sea in South Wales. The unusual discovery has created one of the strangest mysteries in recent memory....

Danish toymaker LEGO is entering a new era with Smart Play. The groundbreaking system brings LEGO bricks to life with lights, sounds, and interactive features. It aims to transform how kids build, explore, and play....

In the early 1990s, five unusually large shark vertebrae were unearthed along the rugged coastline near Darwin, Australia. At the time, they were thought to be the remains of a great white shark, the largest living predatory fish. The bones were placed in a local museum collection and soon forgotten. As it turned out, the fossils were not from a great white at all. Instead, they belonged to a previously unknown species of an extinct giant shark that ruled the oceans millions of years ago....

Yosemite National Park in California is famous for its giant sequoia trees and towering rock formations, such as El Capitan and Half Dome. But in mid-to-late February, the spotlight turns to El Capitan's Horsetail Fall. During this brief period, the seasonal waterfall can glow a bright orange. It looks like lava is pouring down the rock surface. This striking sight is called the "firefall."...

On February 17, 2026, more than 1.5 billion people worldwide will welcome the start of the Chinese New Year. Also called Lunar or Spring New Year, it is one of the most important holidays in China. The date of the two-week celebration is determined by the lunar calendar. It usually falls between late January and mid-February. For many families, it is a time to reflect on the past year and prepare for a fresh start....

Over five million people worldwide suffer from vision loss due to dry, age-related macular degeneration, or AMD. This eye disease slowly destroys the light-sensitive cells in the center of the retina, called the macula. People with AMD can often still see on the sides, but they lose central vision. This makes it hard to read, recognize faces, or see small details. The PRIMA system, developed by Professor Daniel Palanker and his team at Stanford University, hopes to help restore some of that lost vision....

This Friday is February 13, 2026. For most people, it will simply be the start of the weekend. But for over 20 million Americans — and countless others worldwide — who suffer from paraskevidekatriaphobia, it could be the unluckiest day of the year. No one knows exactly why Friday the 13th is so feared, but there are several theories....

Valentine's Day, celebrated on February 14, is observed worldwide. In the US, people often exchange candy, flowers, and gifts. Other countries have their own unique traditions, and some even celebrate love on a different date. Here are some fun Valentine's Day customs from around the world....

The 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics will officially kick off on February 6, 2026, with a grand opening ceremony at Milan’s San Siro Stadium. Running through February 22, the Games will feature about 2,900 athletes competing in 16 sports. With 116 medal events — from snowboarding to speed skating — fans can expect nonstop action on ice and snow. Here are a few young stars to watch this year....