About 96% of the universe is made up of dark matter and dark energy, which are undetectable to humans. Scientists believe ...

Even if you're unfamiliar with pulp fiction, chances are excellent that you've seen the cover of Amazing Stories volume 3 number 5, cover-dated August 1928. It has become perhaps the most famous cover ...

Scientists recently announced they had found potential signs of life on a planet 124 light years from Earth. While the bold claim has been challenged, the mere prospect is enough to inflame a ...

Award-winning “Curious Crew” makes science FUN for kids while engaging the community! Award-winning “Curious Crew” makes science FUN for kids while engaging the community! Host Dr. Rob and his crew of ...

Receive a weekly dose of discovery in your inbox. We'll also keep you up to date with New Scientist events and special offers.

I did my very first presentation when I was 15 years old. It was about the Solar System at the time when Pluto had yet to be "pluto-ed". Because I was such an astronomy enthusiast back then, I also ...