Octopuses are among the smartest marine animals.
These intelligent cephalopods are known for using
coconut shells as mobile homes and armor and
changing colors on demand to evade predators. A
new study by researchers at Germany's Max Planck
Institute of Animal Behavior found that octopuses
can also be strong leaders. They take charge of hu...
Few countries celebrate Halloween with as much
enthusiasm as the United States. Americans spend
months — and millions of dollars — searching for the
perfect costumes. Homes and yards are transformed
into spooky spectacles, complete with skeletons and
glowing jack-o'-lanterns. Here is a brief history of the
spooky holiday, celebrated annually on October 31...
Planetary rings are a natural feature of the larger
outer planets like Jupiter and Neptune, but none are
as spectacular as Saturn's. However, in March and
November 2025, these majestic rings will not be
visible to observers on Earth. Fortunately, this rare
event is only an optical illusion. It is caused by the
orientation of Saturn's thin rings and the planet's t...
Every fall, over a billion Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains
worldwide celebrate Diwali. Also known as Deepavali
or the festival of lights, this ancient celebration
dates back over 2,500 years. The exact date varies
annually based on the Hindu lunar calendar.
However, Diwali usually falls in October or
November.
The countdown to the US Presidential election has
begun. On November 5, 2024, millions of Americans
will head to the polls to select a new leader for the
next four years. They will vote for either Vice
President Kamala Harris or former President Donald
Trump. Winning the popular vote is important for
both candidates. However, to secure the presidenc...
In the wild, animals frequently use deceptive tactics
to survive. For instance, some wasps turn spiders
into "zombie" slaves to build intricate nests.
Similarly, mouse-eared bats mimic hornet buzzes to
avoid being preyed upon by owls. Now, a new study
reveals that a crafty orb-weaver spider species has
found a way to manipulate the mating signals of ...
On October 10, 2024, Rafael Nadal announced he
will retire from professional tennis at the end of the
2024 season. The 38-year-old Spanish player will
conclude his storied career with a final appearance
at the Davis Cup. The prestigious tournament is set
to take place in Nadal's home country, Spain, from
November 19 to 24.
The inaugural T'Railway Trek half marathon in the
Canadian town of Conception Bay South on
September 29, 2024, had an unexpected star: a pet
goat named Joshua. The four-legged competitor stole
the spotlight after he suddenly began trotting
alongside the runners. By the finish line, Joshua had
earned not just a medal but also the hearts of the ...
On September 26, 2024, at 11:10 pm EST,
Hurricane Helene made landfall near Perry, Florida,
as a dangerous Category 4 storm. With sustained
winds of over 140 miles per hour (225 km/h), it was
the most powerful hurricane to hit the region since
record-keeping began in 1851. After causing
widespread damage, Helene continued on to sever...
