SCIENCE

An earthquake of 6.6 magnitude earthquake hit approximately 40 miles south of Liberia, Costa Rica, Tuesday eveinng.

New research shows that a dung beetle's takeout meal of rolled-up excrement can also act as a transportable cooling device in the hot desert.

While there are no hurricane or tropical storm watches or warnings for South Florida, the NHS advised residents to keep a close eye on Sandy’s path.

Scientists across the globe say jailing scientists for making statements on earthquake risk that didn't pan out will have a chilling effect on research and disaster preparedness.

A hurricane warning has been issued for Jamaica as Tropical Storm Sandy churns in the Caribbean and moves closer to the island nation.

Researchers have found evidence suggesting that there may be a distinct genetic origin of perfect pitch, associated with sound memory.

NASA discovered a black home in the Milky Way galaxy after observing an extremely rare X-ray nova

There is no cure for celiac disease, but symptoms can be eliminated or controlled by adopting a lifelong gluten-free diet.

An Italian court Monday sentenced seven earthquake experts for six years in prison on charges of manslaughter for failing to warn the people of an earthquake that killed 309 people in L’Aquila city in 2009.

It literally pays for people to like you. In a new study, the more popular kids in high school ended up earning more than their less-popular peers.

The Caribbean has its eyes on Tropical Storm Sandy after the once-tropical depression strengthened Monday with winds topping at 40 m.p.h as Jamaica braces for the storm to transform into a hurricane.

Some argue that working against an engrained culture of performance-enhancing drugs in professional sports is futile.

Researchers describe the case of a young beluga named NOC with a penchant for talking like humans.

The Orionid meteor shower peaks Saturday night, offering Western Hemisphere skywatchers a spectacular view of one of the most impressive astronomical events of the year. The Orionids are set to peak around 11 p.m. EDT, so make sure to find a good spot outside by then.

Making beer and wine uses a lot of energy, but some companies are decreasing their carbon footprints and increasing sustainability.

"Gangnam Style" is going robotic. A U.S. Navy humanoid robot is able to perform dance moves featured in the viral-video sensation.

Deer the size of rabbits, snakes as skinny as spaghetti: Who knew animals could come in such tiny packages?

This weekend, Earth is going to pass through a cloud of rock and ice left by Halley’s Comet, which gives rise to the Orionid meteor shower.

The rising popularity of the animated GIF presents a challenge for people with epilepsy who are sensitive to visual stimuli.

A spectacular meteor lit up the sky over California Wednesday night just days before a highly anticipated meteor shower hits its peak this weekend.

This weekend, chances are you should be looking up at the night sky. The Orionids meteor shower will be lighting up the night sky with shooting stars on October 20.

Prostate enlargement happens to most men as they age, and can cause urinary problems as it begins to press on the urethra.

Scientists from the United States have found that dolphins can stay alert for 15 days or more with just one half of their brain functioning. It is an essential survival mechanism, the Press Association has reported.

Your better and whiskey may be getting thanks to science. Researchers unlocked the genetic code of barley, a key ingredient in beer and whiskey. Unlocking the barley genome can also provide a boost for crop production.

The investigation into the New England Compounding Center may involve matters beyond the immediate meningitis outbreak.

In a new report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, cholesterol levels have fallen in the U.S. over the last two decades. That’s certainly a positive step in improving overall health but some experts are not convinced that it is all good news.

Scientists are perfecting image communication programs and algorithms that allow computers to become art buffs.

Swedish scientists found that authors are especially vulnerable to a wide range of psychiatric conditions.