Humans are disrupting natural 'salt cycle' on a global scale, new study shows

The planet’s demand for salt comes at a cost to the environment and human health, according…

Salts and organics observed on Ganymede's surface by NASA's Juno

Data collected by NASA’s Juno mission indicates a briny past may be bubbling to the surface…

Successful development of the world's first superconducting wide-strip photon detector

Researchers from the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology has invented a novel structure in…

Central America braces for Tropical Storm Pilar

Central American nations braced Monday for Tropical Storm Pilar, with authorities in El Salvador reporting two…

3 astronauts return to Earth after 6-month stay on China's space station

Three Chinese astronauts returned to Earth on Tuesday morning after six months aboard China’s orbiting space…

Brazil's booming ag sector draws cash and controversy

With its massive output of soybeans, beef, cotton and now corn, Brazil has become one of…

Northern China chokes under severe pollution

Tens of millions of people across northern China were under severe pollution warnings Tuesday, with authorities…

Oman revives CO2-busting mangroves as climate threat lurks

In a muddy wetland in Oman’s capital, environmental scientist Zakiya al-Afifi measures the bark of a…

Australasia's hidden pollination crisis could threaten biodiversity and food security

Australasia has likely overlooked a pollination crisis, according to new research published today in the journal…

Is Australia in the grips of a youth crime crisis? This is what the data says

In recent months, there has been increasing focus on crime committed by young people in Australia.…