June 14, 2017, 1:48 p.m. by Michael d'Estries

Lost to a violent volcanic eruption in 1886, the remains of the Pink and White Terraces may have been located again.

June 12, 2017, 1:23 p.m. by Russell McLendon

Giving human names to hurricanes may seem odd, but it's part of a major shift in our relationship with tropical cyclones over the past 60 years.

March 14, 2017, 9:05 a.m. by Russell McLendon

As the U.S. mulls budget cuts for its Earth-observing satellites, here's a closer look at what these scientific tools actually do.

January 25, 2017, 3:06 p.m. by Russell McLendon

As the U.S. likely will continue to face serious flooding events, here's a closer look at how these disasters occur.

January 24, 2017, 11:53 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo

The month-old pups had found safely in what was left of the hotel's boiler room.

January 2, 2017, 12:50 p.m. by Angela Nelson

When disasters strike, we want to help the victims. Consider these giving strategies to make sure your donation counts.

December 6, 2016, 4:26 p.m. by Laura Moss

Take a look at some of the world's most fascinating sinkholes.

November 22, 2016, 12:49 p.m. by Michael d'Estries

Researchers studying how the species-ending Chicxulub crater was formed arrive at some surprising conclusions.

August 9, 2016, 3:48 a.m. by Bryan Nelson

According to legend, a great flood of biblical proportion swept over China 4,000 years ago — and now, science agrees.

July 25, 2016, 2:42 p.m. by Russell McLendon

The U.S. has had several wild years of wildfires, and scientists say climate change is likely fanning the flames.

July 5, 2016, 2:12 p.m. by Russell McLendon

With more than 160 active volcanoes, the United States is at greater risk from eruptions than many realize.

June 23, 2016, 12:59 p.m. by Russell McLendon

Here's a look at why such tremors happen and where the next one might strike.