Marisa Sloan

The Darvaza gas crater burns hot in Turkmenistan’s Karakum Desert, a farflung tourism site in one of the world’s most closed nations.

Discovering how these frogs turn translucent could advance our understanding of human blood clotting, say researchers.

Though useful for all sorts of things, it’s safe to say humans didn’t evolve to have fingerprints to unlock smartphones or catch criminals — at least, not originally.

Learn how long cats can be left alone safely. A cat expert shares the best tips to keep your feline friend happy and healthy while you’re away.

Whether you’ve invested money, time or effort, learn how to recognize and overcome the sunk cost fallacy.

Are you sick of tossing and turning at night? Uncover the science behind the different noise colors. You may be a white noise or brown noise sleeper.

Researchers paired a century of real-life storm data with artificial intelligence. The result could improve hurricane-proof building designs.

Some animal names challenge conventional wisdom. From killer whales to Australian shepherds, find out the truth behind these wild misnomers.

Do animals enjoy music? Learn about the scientific research that explores whether animals have an appreciation for music and how music can affect their behavior and well-being.

Small dogs are often perceived as more aggressive than larger dogs. Learn which breeds are more likely to bark and bite — and why.