Prior to the start of the Scientific Revolution in the 17th century and the practice of the scientific method, magical thinking almost entirely ruled human civilization.

There are several ancient monuments proving that our predecessors possessed knowledge of astronomy and used it for practical ...

On Christmas Eve, a surfer from Santa Cruz rode a wave at Mavericks that witnesses say was over 100 feet tall, which would set a world record. But how do you reliably measure a wave?

These changes in appearance are the phases of the moon. As the moon orbits Earth, it cycles through eight distinct phases. The four primary phases of the moon (new moon, first quarter, full moon ...

Research on ancient footprints in Kenya demonstrates coexistence of Homo erectus and Paranthropus boisei 1.5 million years ...

Triephornia Mpinganjira is no stranger to the public spotlight, nor to public scrutiny. From her bold initiatives to her sometimes controversial business dealings, she remains a polarizing figure in ...