When an earthquake caused the Mississippi River to flow backwards
February 7, 2023

On February 7, 1812, the strongest of a series of large earthquakes that struck near...

These are the world’s most powerful earthquakes on record
February 7, 2023

Earthquakes are the natural result of movements by tectonic plates in our planet’s outermost layer....

Solar-powered, sand-sifting robot aims to keep Florida beaches clean
February 7, 2023

COCOA BEACH, Fla. – Thousands of people flock to Florida beaches every year, and just...

Watch: Meteor gives brilliant green flash as it explodes over Arkansas
February 7, 2023

BENTON, Ark. – A large meteor lit up the skies in a brilliant green hue...

Has there ever been a tropical storm in February? It happened once, 71 years ago, off East Coast
February 7, 2023

Although the Atlantic hurricane season runs from June through November, there has been either a...

Alpha Centaurids meteor shower peaks Wednesday: How and where you can see it
February 7, 2023

February is the start of the fireball season, and an ongoing meteor shower is expected...

US mulls lifting protections for grizzly bears at Yellowstone, Glacier national parks
February 7, 2023

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said it had received “substantial” information that grizzly bears...

See the rare ‘Devil’s Cigar’ hissing mushroom spotted at Texas state park
February 7, 2023

BURNET, Texas – It is said that when the Devil’s Cigar unfurls, it releases a...

2 crabbers rescued, 1 missing after fishing boat breaks apart off Washington coast
February 7, 2023

ASTORIA, Ore. – Two crabbers were rescued Sunday after their fishing boat sank off the...

Webb telescope finds new Colosseum-sized asteroid in main belt by accident
February 7, 2023

A group of astronomers has accidentally detected an asteroid the size of the largest amphitheater...