In northern California, a group of volunteers spend every night from late fall through winter as crossing guards–escorting migrating salamanders across a rural road. 

The U.S. claims the hacking was commissioned by a lobbying firm working on behalf of one of the world's biggest oil companies.

Friday's debut of new pandas at the National Zoo in D.C. is the latest chapter in a long tale of "panda diplomacy" between China and the rest of the world.

Climate scientist Ben Hamlington works on understanding the impacts of climate change. Losing his house in the Eaton Fire has given that work new meaning.

January has been one of the best for star-gazing and one of the most spectacular celestial displays of planetary magic is coming up on Saturday, Jan. 25.

When military personnel fire certain powerful weapons, they may be exposed to blast waves that damage blood vessels in the brain.

An email obtained by NPR says NIH employees are subject to a travel freeze and offers of employment are being rescinded. Scientists worry about disruptions to critical research.

An economist's harrowing escape from fire, and her big ideas to rescue California from its insurance doom spiral.

President Trump signed a "national energy emergency" that gives his administration new powers to boost fossil fuel development around the country.

A few cats have died from bird flu after eating raw food. And some raw pet food products have been recalled. Here's what to know about the risks to your fur babies, and how to keep them safe.

Lebanese volunteers are anxious to get back to sea turtle conservation on southern beaches that were off-limits to civilians when fighting escalated between Israel and Hezbollah.

A new study finds that captive chimpanzees may sometimes catch the urge to pee from other chimps.

The FDA says esketamine, an antidepressant derived from the anesthetic and party drug ketamine, can now be prescribed on its own. It was approved in 2019 to treat severe depression.

A new analysis suggests saber teeth were highly specialized for puncturing prey, ultimately at the cost of durability.

The ash and debris created during the burns could be loaded with dangerous materials. Experts suggest taking care.