When Is Chinese New Year 2026? It Begins With A ‘Ring Of Fire’ Solar Eclipse

Feb. 17’s new moon eclipses the sun and begins Lunar New Year, with Ramadan beginning the following day. Both are lunar festivals.

Birding In Bolivia Gives Communities A Reason To Save Rare Macaws

Rare red-fronted macaws are making a rebound in central Bolivia, thanks to creative conservation agreements with local farmers. Birding enthusiasts can reap the benefits.

5 Steps To Keep Pets Safe During This Weekend’s Winter Storm

The widespread winter storm could affect 180 million Americans in 33 U.S. states and their pets, so it’s important to protect dogs and cats from the extreme weather.

These AI Models Might Take Down Superbugs

In this week’s edition of The Prototype, we look at using AI to find new drugs, quantum biotechnology, the ROI of generative AI and more.

A Psychologist Shares An 8-Item Quiz That Reveals Your Male Friendship Style

Male friendships come in many shapes and sizes. Here’s a science-inspired way to know where you fit in.

3 Surprising Facts About A Looming And Massive Weekend Winter Storm

The massive winter storm expected across the U.S. this weekend rivals the 1993 Storm of the Century in size. Here are 3 surprising facts about it.

4 Reasons Why You Feel Guilty For Wanting More, By A Psychologist

Does your guilt spike as soon as your ambition does? Here are four reasons why your ‘conscience’ doesn’t allow you to want more from your life.

Meet The Frog That Breaks The No. 1 Amphibian Rule. Hint: It Survives Where No Other Species Can

Most amphibians die when exposed to salt — except the crab-eating frog, which thrives with it. Here’s how it rewrote the physiology playbook.

The US Is In For Another Bad Year of Measles Cases

A growing measles outbreak in South Carolina has infected more than 600 people since October, with hundreds more being potentially exposed.

Thursday’s Moon And Saturn Pairing Is One Of Your Last Easy Views

Look to the west-southwest after dark on Thursday, Jan. 22, to see a 17%-lit waxing crescent moon moving close to the ringed planet Saturn.