Rogue waves[1] have captivated the attention of both seafarers and scientists for decades. These are giant, isolated waves[2] that appear suddenly in the open ocean.

These puzzling giants are brief, typically lasting less than a minute before disappearing. They can reach heights of 65 feet (20 meters) or greater and often more than twice the...

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Moose are on the loose in the southern Rockies.

In July 2025, a young wandering bull was captured[1] roaming a city park in Greeley, Colorado. A spate of similar urban sightings[2] alongside some aggressive moose encounters[3] has elevated moose management and conservation into a matter of public debate, especially across metro Denver and ...

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Curious Kids[1] is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.[2]. What is rust? – Henry E., age 13, Boston, Massachusetts Imagine leaving your shiny metal bicycle outside in the rain. As water pools on its surfaces, oxygen from the air
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The first space race was about flags and footprints. Now, decades later, landing on the Moon[1] is old news. The new race is to build there, and doing so hinges on power.

In April 2025, China reportedly[2] unveiled plans to build a nuclear power plant on the Moon by 2035. This plant would support its planned international lunar research...

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