Using ESA's XMM-Newton satellite, Italian astronomers have observed a Galactic X-ray binary system known as 4U 0728-25.

Kate broke royal tradition and—instead of sharing a photo of herself with Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis—shared a video about "Mother Nature." As she put it, "Over the ...

The Atacama Cosmology Telescope (ACT) collaboration, which includes researchers from the University of Toronto, recently ...

Neuroscientists have shown that experiencing nature can alleviate acute physical pain. Surprisingly, simply watching nature videos was enough to relieve pain. Using functional magnetic resonance ...

A family taking photos with the cherry blossoms on D.C.’s Tidal Basin spotted a famous figure in the background of their shots: former President Barack Obama. To their delight, the 44th ...

A description of the terminology and methodology used in this supplement, and a guide to the functionality that is available free online at natureindex.com. The Nature Index is a database of ...

Dr. Conley is the author of “The Social Genome: The New Science of Nature and Nurture.” Since Francis Galton coined the phrase “nature versus nurture” 150 years ago, the debate about what ...

Controlling nature by bulldozing dirt and pouring concrete has long been the guiding vision of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. For 250 years that ethos inspired both awe and disgust.

The Nature Photography Contest has brought together photographers from around the world, capturing breathtaking images that showcase the magnificence of our planet. This edition offers a stunning ...

Nicki Gwynn-Jones' Fulmar with Golden Raindrops won the awards' top prize. Nicki captured the scene at Longaglebe Geo in Orkney. Nicki Gwynn-Jones, who lives in Orkney, won the main prize with a ...

A new study has shown that watching your favourite nature documentary or looking at wildlife can physically ease your pain. Academics at the University of Exeter and the University of Vienna have ...