Some animals, called extremophiles, can survive even the harshest conditions possible, like the inside of a volcano or even outer space.

Trawling restrictions not only benefit fish and shellfish; anemones and corals are also becoming more common, according to a ...

You might expect living near a lake or river should have much the same effects on health and longevity as living near the ocean. People enjoy these kinds of places in much the same way, after all. But ...

The creditors of Thames Water have put a new rescue plan together which is being submitted today to Ofwat. Under the new ...

Your body maintains a delicate balance between the water you consume and the amount you use. Most of the water you drink is quickly removed from your body, but the time it takes for this process to ...

Are buffalo and bison the same? How can you tell a toad from a frog? This article clears up confusion on mixed-up groups of ...

The weather is going to feel more like late August this week instead of early October. Here are the key take-aways from this ...

The Portland Press Herald spoke to two dozen experts this summer about the ways increasing heat is affecting Maine's natural ...

The High Line in Manhattan was, as the name implies, a rail line. Wave Hill, a public garden in the Bronx, was an estate.

Fall is hummingbird migration season. Putting on enough weight to survive their long journey is vital. Supporting them means ...

After using costly gas to heat your home, it's crucial to ensure that warmth remains indoors and doesn't leak out. Sealing ...

The Golden State was once heralded for a leader in global environmentalism. What would it say about us if we let salmon go extinct?