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Scientists Trace Tiny Molten Globs of Meteorite to a 'Missing' Asteroid
Right under our noses.
Science 4 Everyone: Why do fireflies light up?
How can a bug light up? Storm Team4 meteorologist and science teacher Ryan Miller explains how fireflies can illuminate their bodies.
The weather and science behind a perfect fireworks show
A great fireworks show is about far more than the fireworks themselves — the weather plays a starring role. Clouds, wind and even the humidity can mean the difference between a crisp, dazzling display and a hazy, muffled dud. Meteorologist Caitlin Kaiser breaks down the science that makes fireworks burst into color and the conditions that can make or break the perfect show.
The science behind firework colors
Meteorologist John Gross breaks down the science behind the colors you may be seeing in the sky this Fourth of July weekend.
Andy Burnham’s meteoric rise tells us much about how politics and power are changing
The former may of Greater Manchester’s rise raises questions about the changing dynamics of political parties and leadership in an accelerated political climate.
Fireball spotted over south Louisiana
A fireball meteor streaked across south Louisiana skies early Sunday, captured on cameras and reported across several southern states.
Meteor streaks across skies, causes bright flash Sunday morning
Early risers across southeast Louisiana were treated to quite a sight on Sunday morning when a brilliant flash of light streaked across the pre-dawn sky. Around 5:00 a.m., Storm Station viewers reported seeing what looked like a large, vibrant green ball with fire trailing behind it followed by a bright flash. When small space rocks (meteoroids) slam into Earth's atmosphere at high speeds, they create the light streaks we call shooting stars
University of Tennessee at Martin offers 4 day science camp for rising 6th to 8th graders
The University of Tennessee at Martin still has availability for their Meteorology and Agricultural Camp on June 29 through July 2.
Ozone Ascent: Mega Rayquaza Timed Research
From Saturday, July 25, at 10:00 a.m. to Sunday, July 26, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. local time free Timed Research will be available to all Trainers that rewards a Meteorite that enables you to Mega Evolve Rayquaza! Complete the research tasks to earn a Meteorite, an encounter with Rayquaza, and more. Unlike other Mega-Evolving Pokémon, […]
Europe heatwave breaks records as UN agencies ramp up health warnings
As a record-breaking heatwave grips large parts of Europe, the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), national weather services and partners are mobilising heat-health action plans for millions of people facing dangerous temperatures.
Could the history of Mars be set in stone? Meteorite discovery may offer clues to Red Planet's past
Garnet found in a 4.4-billion-year-old meteorite gives potential insight into the history, development and geological processes of Mars.
Science with Stevie: Making your own rain gauge
Meteorologist Stevie Daniels shows kids how to become weather scientists with a fun summer experiment that measures rainfall from seasonal storms.
Meteorite reveals a lost moon-sized world from the dawn of the solar system
A rare meteorite has revealed evidence of a massive lost world that once orbited the young Sun before being destroyed in a catastrophic collision. The discovery suggests some early planets formed from dramatically different materials than Earth and Mars, rewriting part of the solar system’s origin story.
WMO Executive Council seeks to balance growing demands for science and services
“The demand for what WMO delivers and what National Meteorological and Hydrological Services produce - weather forecasts and warnings, climate data and standards and for scientific cooperation - is growing. Every extreme event makes that clearer,” WMO Secretary-General Celeste Saulo told the opening session.
Ancient Gem Popular With Romans And Victoria's Elite Found In New Martian Rock
An international team of scientists has discovered a completely new type of rock and the mineral garnet in a Martian meteorite fragment, unlocking fresh secrets about the geological evolution of Mars.
Danhausen Is WWE's Perfect Sports Entertainment Character
Danhausen's meteoric rise as WWE's newest cash cow has been a phenomenon you would have to see to believe.
Glaive Rush Mega Baxcalibur: Greatest Community Day for Raids?
Community Day has always been a redemption arc for several Pokémon, with the popular event propelling them to the top levels of relevance in the PvP and/or PvE meta. In fact, Pseudo Legendaries like Metagross (Meteor Mash) and Hydreigon (Brutal Swing) have literally gone from zero to hero in Pokémon GO via their exclusive moves. […]
The Ancient Egyptians loved this rare gem – scientists just found it in a cracked meteorite that fell from Mars | BBC Sky at Night Magazine
Astronomers analysing a piece of Martian meteorite NWA 8171 have found garnet, a dark-red gem that could reveal the secrets of Mars's past.
Science with Stevie: Summer Solstice
The sun is ready for its big moment in the spotlight! Meteorologist Stevie Daniels talks about the summer solstice in this Science with Stevie segment!
Scientists Cracked Open a Mars Meteorite And Found a Big Surprise
We've never seen this before.
Fund honoring late meteorologist to assist in global student experience
Jenni Evans, a world-renowned meteorologist whose research transformed the scientific understanding of tropical cyclones and strengthened storm forecasting worldwide, considered her students’ success her proudest accomplishment. The newly established Jenni Evans Fund in the Department of Meteorology and Atmospheric Science will ensure that those successes continue in perpetuity.
NASA Uses Machine Learning to Enhance Flash Flood Warnings
The Transient Artifact and Continuous Learning System (TACLS) leverages data from continuously operating satellite networks coupled with machine learning models to help meteorologists at the National Weather Service forecast flash floods more efficiently.
Jaguars Hunting Season 2026: The New England Patriots
After a meteoric rise to the Super Bowl, Mike Vrabel’s squad faces offseason turmoil and a blockbuster trade before heading to Jacksonville for a high-stakes AFC showdown.
An ancient piece of the moon found in Africa hints at a long-ago collision that turned the lunar surface molten
A meteorite shows evidence that an ancient crash on the moon 3.5 billion years ago was so powerful, it turned the surface molten.
Business People: Belinda Jensen to be brand ambassador for Kowalski’s
RETAIL Kowalski’s, a Shoreview-based metrowide grocery store chain, announced Belinda Jensen as brand ambassador. Jensen retired this year as chief meteorologist for Twin Cities NBC affiliate KARE 11-TV. EDUCATION The…
Science 4 Everyone: How to spot the different stages of the spotted lanternfly
Yes, that black and white insect you saw outside could be a spotted lanternfly. Storm Team4 meteorologist and science teacher Ryan Miller explains what the spotted lanternfly’s nymph stage looks like.
El Nino is here. It'll be big, bad and costly, scientists fear
El Nino, Nature's chaotic climate agent, has formed in a warmed-up Pacific Ocean and is expected to grow to historic strength, meteorologists announced Thursday.
SpaceX by the numbers: Six charts mapping businesses driving its IPO ambitions
SpaceX's market debut on Friday is expected to be the largest-ever IPO, capping the meteoric rise of a company that has reshaped the space business with reusable rockets and internet beamed from orbit and which now targets space-based AI.
Science 4 Everyone: How far away is Earth compared to other planets and the sun?
What is planetary conjunction? Storm Team4 meteorologist Ryan Miller explains how big planets are and how close they actually are to each other.
These 5 Places Are So Hot Scientists Still Can’t Explain Their Temperatures - Futura-Sciences
Where the Heat Breaks All the Rules There are places around the world where temperatures can spike to absolutely mind-boggling levels. In these isolated regions, air temperatures can hit and even exceed 122°F (50°C). It’s not just a dry heat—it’s the kind of sizzle that keeps meteorologists on alert. Here’s...
Kaleidoscopic meteorite could be a piece of a 'lost world' from the early solar system — Space photo of the week
A rare meteorite found in the Sahara Desert may be evidence of a long-lost "protoplanet" that formed in the early solar system before being destroyed in a colossal collision, a new study suggests
With Banana Ball coming to Milwaukee, here's how it all got started
The meteoric rise of the Savannah Bananas as one of the most successful sports and entertainment franchises in the world started in 2016 and continues to grow.
Analysis: Adam Hamawy and the Mainstreaming of Pro-Terror Extremism in US Politics
The following analysis was authored by journalist and CAM editorial advisor Lee Smith: After winning the Democratic primary to represent New Jersey’s 12th congressional district on Tuesday night, Egyptian-born Adam Hamawy offered a glimpse of the worldview that’s shaped his meteoric political rise heading into the November midterm elections. “Takbir,” the 56-year-old plastic surgeon enthusiastically […]
ESPN bolsters WNBA coverage, adds rules analyst for broadcasts
The WNBA’s new collective bargaining agreement, which cemented the league’s meteoric rise, was made possible thanks to the league’s new $2.2 billion media rights deal running through 2036. As part of the deal, ESPN and ABC will air five of the next 11 WNBA Finals and a conference finals series in eight of the 11…
From Rocafonda to the World Cup: Lamine Yamal's meteoric rise
Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo will play at a record sixth World Cup in 2026, but years from now the tournament may instead be remembered as Lamine Yamal's first.Over the past three years Abdul has answered plenty of questions about Lamine, but with concerns over the winger's fitness heading into the World Cup, he doesn't feel like speaking for now.
WPBF First Warning meteorologists host event at Cox Science Center and Aquarium
Meet the Mets, Junior Weather Watchers took place in West Palm Beach.
Exploring the Science Behind Pressure
The feature film Pressure, starring Andrew Scott as James Stagg and Brendan Fraser as General Dwight D. Eisenhower, opens today. It tells the story of Stagg, the UK Met Office meteorologist who served…
Science with Stevie: Indoor Rainbow
Meteorologist Stevie Daniels walks us through how to create an indoor rainbow in this Science with Stevie segment!
The movie 'Pressure' leans into the drama of high-stakes weather forecasts
The new movie tells a story about how good meteorology can literally win wars. It also takes us back in time, to when the United States was at a disadvantage when it came to weather science.
Story of dinosaur-killer meteorite impact told in vivid detail
Two scientists have described the bright fireball, crackling noise and sonic boom of the impact 66m years ago
Is it getting windier in Kentucky?
Is it getting windier? Long-time listener Barry Zalph thinks it is, at least in Louisville. And he’s not the only one. Redditors and local reporters have noticed a recent uptick in the region’s windstorms, too. But does that point to any larger trends in windiness? And if so, what could be causing it? We talked to meteorologist and extreme weather specialist Scott Gunter to find out. Plus, we dig into whether Tornado Alley is shifting into Kentucky as the climate warms. This episode is part of Nature Quest, our monthly listener-driven segment about climate and the environment. Have a question for us? Send a voice memo to shortwave@npr.org with your name, location and what you’re noticing in the environment around you… it could be our next Nature Quest!Interested in more weather and wind science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.
Scientists discover a giant “planet factory” beyond Jupiter
Scientists believe a dust-filled ring just outside Jupiter acted like a cosmic “planetesimal factory,” producing multiple generations of early space rocks with very different compositions. The discovery may finally explain the origins of several mysterious meteorite types that have survived since the birth of the Solar System.
In ‘Pressure,’ the story of the meteorologist who helped save D-Day
The film “Pressure” explores the tense 72 hours before D-Day, highlighting the crucial role of Scottish meteorologist Capt. James Stagg.
Science 4 Everyone: How do plants grow on green roofs?
Storm Team4 meteorologist Ryan Miller explains the benefits of growing plants on a green roof and conducts an experiment with his students.
Sunday Science: Forecasting the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Now one week away from meteorological summer and the start of the Atlantic hurricane season, expert tropical cyclone forecasters at NOAA and Colorado State have
Science with Stevie: Rip Currents
Meteorologist Stevie Daniels explains the importance of understanding the risk of rip currents in this Science with Stevie segment!
ABC7's Tracy Butler provides health update
ABC7 Meteorologist Tracy Butler provided a health update to viewers.
Science 4 Everyone: Where do the most tornadoes take place in the United States?
Have you ever wondered where the most tornadoes happen in the country? Storm Team4 meteorologist and science teacher Ryan Miller tracks tornado patterns over the past few decades.
A Massive Volcano Destroyed Methane in The Sky, And Scientists Are Stunned
Wait, what?
Science 4 Everyone: How much rain do we need to properly moisturize soil?
While the D.C. area did get some rain over the past few days, did it improve the amount of moisture in the soil? Storm Team4 meteorologist and science teacher Ryan Miller checks it out in Arlington, Virginia.
The Material Science Behind A Spacecraft's Impact Armor
Aerospace engineers have to consider numerous factors when designing a spacecraft, but one that comes up more and more often is the need to design against Micro-Meteoroids and Orbital Debris (MMOD). While most designers understand the threat, designing structural solutions capable of withstanding the hypervelocity impacts these undercontrolled pieces of material can cause can take a significant bite out of a mission’s mass budget. A new paper from Binkal Kumar Sharma of the University of Bremen and Harshitha Baskar, an independent researcher, provides a detailed review of cutting-edge options for defending against those deadly particles.
Science with Stevie: Droughts & Wildfire Risk
Meteorologist Stevie Daniels discusses the ongoing severe drought in Maryland and how it can lead to an increased risk of wildfire spread in this Science with Stevie segment.
No, these rainbow clouds over Indonesia are not AI
The stunning meteorological phenomenon is 'truly magical.'
Science 4 Everyone: Why do data centers need water?
Why do data centers generate so much heat? Storm Team4 meteorologist Ryan Miller explains its water use and what it has to do with droughts.
The Eta Aquariid meteor shower peaks this week: How to see 'shooting stars' dropped by Halley's Comet
The Eta Aquariids will peak May 5-6, with debris from Halley's Comet creating swift meteors, though bright moonlight will make them harder to see.
How Janet Mills’ Maine Senate bid fell apart
Conversations with nearly a dozen Democrats reveal how deeply the campaign struggled to raise funds and counter Graham Platner’s meteoric rise.
Volunteers Help NASA Astronauts Record Lunar Flashes
As NASA’s Artemis II astronauts zipped around the Moon in early April, they observed flashes of light caused by meteoroids hitting the lunar surface. At the same time, volunteers for the NASA-funded Impact Flash project scanned the Moon with their own telescopes and sent their videos to scientists to share what they saw from Earth.
Science 4 Everyone: How much water do we get from the Potomac River?
What does population and droughts have to do with the Potomac River? Storm Team4 meteorologist and science teacher Ryan Miller explains how it affects water levels in the Potomac.
Planning to stargaze in May 2026? Here's all the gear you'll need
Here's all the stargazing gear you need for May's night sky. Be ready for two full moons, a meteor shower, and a pretty cool solar alignment.
Birdbrained Science: My God, it’s full of stars
I’ve been a casual stargazer ever since high school when I first watched a meteor shower with some of my friends. The stars often (and rightfully, in my opinion) get romanticized; countless people …
Science with Stevie: Protecting our planet
Meteorologist Stevie Daniels explains the importance of protecting planet Earth in this segment of Science with Stevie!
Where Are All These Meteors Coming From?
The frequency of fireballs in our planet’s skies seemed to grow in recent months. NASA and other meteor experts can’t agree on what explains it.
Starwatch: Lyrid meteor shower returns to the spring skies
First recorded in 687BC, the meteoroids were once part of the tail of a comet discovered in 1861
Science 4 Everyone: How to make sure your tires are properly inflated
Storm Team4 meteorologist Ryan Miller explains how underinflated tire can affect your car and the environment.
Lyrid meteor shower 2026: See spring's first rain of 'shooting stars' peak in moonless skies
Expect bright fireballs during the Lyrid meteor shower, which will peak in moonless skies on April 22, 2026.
Great Lakes Aquarium hosts Women in Science Night with two WDIO meteorologists
The Great Lakes Aquarium hosted a Women in Science Night to highlight the achievements of local women in the scientific community.
Scientists Opened Up A Martian Meteorite And Found Ink From A Violet Gel Pen Inside
While we will have to wait a long time for samples collected on Mars to be returned to Earth, we do have Martian rock sent to us the old-fashioned way – unfortunately, analysis reveals a few surprises that shouldn't be there.
There were 'audible screams of delight:' Why Artemis II sightings of meteor flashes on the moon have scientists giddy
Meteorite strikes spotted on the moon by the Artemis II crew will help scientists assess dangers to future moon bases, infrastructure, and astronauts.
Earth Day forum to explore climate solutions through business and policy in San Francisco
Earth Day arrives next week. Amid global distractions, a local public forum plots new strategies for tackling climate change. The World Meteorological
Science 4 Everyone: Why aren't your plants growing back after the winter?
Are your plants not growing after winter? You aren't alone. Storm Team4 meteorologist Ryan Miller explains why winter conditions affect your plants.
I found a new meteor shower — and it comes from an asteroid getting baked to bits by the sun
A NASA researcher in planetary sciences explains how he discovered a new meteor shower linked to a disintegrating asteroid.
Science with Stevie: Spring Allergies
Meteorologist Stevie Daniels gives us some tips on how to manage the pesky seasonal spring allergies in this Science with Stevie segment!
NASA Scientists Screamed With Delight When They Saw Something Smashing Into the Moon
NASA scientists let loose "screams of delight" amazement as they saw micrometeorites impact the far side of the Moon.
NASA's Artemis II Crew Saw Meteorites Striking The Moon in Real Time
"Audible screams of delight."
Science 4 Everyone: Why is there so much brown seaweed on the beach?
Have you seen brown seaweed all over the beach and in the ocean? Storm Team4 meteorologist Ryan Miller explains why there's more sargassum than usual.
Call for citizen scientists to collect space dust
Resident are urged to join a cosmic quest for micrometeorites from space landing in their gutters.
Meteor impacts may have sparked life on Earth, scientists say
Asteroid impacts may have helped kick-start life on Earth by creating hot, chemical-rich environments ideal for early biology. These impact-generated hydrothermal systems could have lasted thousands of years—long enough for life’s building blocks to form. Scientists now think these environments may have been common on early Earth, making them a strong candidate for where life began. The idea could also guide the search for life on other worlds.
Tampa meteorologist, beloved community advocate and respected mentor Andy Johnson passes
Johnson is survived by his husband, veteran Tampa Bay area Democratic political consultant Bryan Farris, and the couple's loving family.
4Warn Storm School hosts “be prepared, not scared” at Science Museum Oklahoma
Weather is always on the top of our minds living in Oklahoma and this morning, 4Warn Meteorologist Aaron Brackett hosted 4Warn Storm School at Science Museum Oklahoma.
The Science Behind March’s Midwest Severe Storms
March was not kind to the Midwest, which saw round after round of severe storms, including tornadoes, gusty winds and large hail. Meteorologist Rob Shackelford breaks down the science behind why this happened.
Mysterious Ancient Culture Forged a Weapon From a Fallen Star
A treasure beyond treasures.
UAH Atmospheric and Earth Science graduate students earn top honors at 106th AMS annual meeting
Two Atmospheric and Earth Science (AES) graduate students from the at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), a part of The University of Alabama System, were recognized with top awards at the 106th Annual Meeting of the American Meteorological Society (AMS) recently in Houston, Texas. The First Symposium on Tropical Meteorology and Climate was part of the AMS Annual Meeting, one of the premier gatherings of atmospheric scientists worldwide.
Here's the stargazing gear you need for April 2026 — don't miss the Lyrids, two comets and the full moon
These are our top camera, binocular and telescope recommendations for April's stargazing events, including the Lyrid meteor shower and two bright comets.
'Everybody Loses' author discusses the meteoric rise of sports gambling
Two years ago, Americans bet $120 billion on sports, a 27% increase from the previous year. That figure grew to $150 billion in 2024. Journalist Danny Funt investigates what's considered one of the most consequential — and least scrutinized — shifts in modern American sports in his new book, "Everybody Loses: The Tumultuous Rise of American Sports Gambling."
A meteor exploded over Ohio and Pennsylvania
A very loud bang accompanied the disintegrating space rock.
Scientists Discovered Orbs of Glass from an Ancient Asteroid Impact. The Crater Is Nowhere to Be Found.
The discovery of a new tektite-strewn field in northeastern Brazil points to a large meteorite impact—but geologists have yet to find the crater.
Girls learn about medicine, meteorology and other STEM careers at CBS Colorado's Girls & Science 2nd Saturday event
Girls learn about medicine, meteorology and other STEM careers at Girls & Science 2nd Saturday event
ESA Investigating Fireball Over Europe After Meteorites Strike German Home
They reportedly punched a football-sized hole in the roof.
A meteor soared across Europe—and possibly hit a house
No one was injured at the home in Germany, but the ESA is investigating.
Trump turns to an Oklahoma senator with a fighter's reputation as his next choice to lead DHS
President Donald Trump’s plans to nominate Sen. Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma to take over as Homeland Security secretary follow a meteoric political rise for the plumbing company owner who was first elected to Congress in 2012
Massive asteroid impact 6.3 million years ago left giant glass field in Brazil
For the first time ever, scientists have uncovered a vast field of tektites in Brazil — mysterious glassy fragments forged when a powerful extraterrestrial object slammed into Earth about 6.3 million years ago. Named “geraisites” after Minas Gerais, where they were first found, these dark, aerodynamic droplets of natural glass stretch across more than 900 kilometers and may mark one of South America’s most significant ancient impact events.
Forget steamy sex scenes, ‘SNL’ is Connor Storrie’s boldest move yet
Connor Storrie’s meteoric rise — which has seen him go from the world of food service to an internet-dominating television series in just a few months — has left endless possibilities open for the Texas-born actor, whose name is surely being uttered in many a Hollywood casting room these days.
NBC meteorologist Jeriann Ritter reveals ALS diagnosis
Meteorologist Jeriann Ritter, who works for NBC affiliate WHO 13, revealed she's been tentatively diagnosed with bulbar amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
Leaf tips glow blue in thunderstorms
For the first time, meteorologists caught the shocking phenomenon during a real storm.
COUNTERPOINT: Don’t Let Politics Destroy Honest Delivery Businesses - Streetsblog New York City
The Delivery Protection Act could destroy my small business.
COUNTERPOINT: Don’t Let Politics Destroy Honest Delivery Businesses - Streetsblog New York City
The Delivery Protection Act could destroy my small business.
The Weather Science Behind This Monster Winter Storm
Why has the East Coast gotten so much snow? Meteorologists explain what’s going on.
Scientists successfully mine meteorites on International Space Station
Can we use fungus to mine precious metals from asteroids?
How a snow drought helped set the stage for deadly California avalanche
Several feet of new snow did not have time to bond to the earlier layer before the avalanche near Lake Tahoe killed at least eight backcountry skiers, said Craig Clements, a meteorology professor at San Jose State University