Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story: The first eukaryotes—the cells that form complex life—likely originated when two microscopic entities merged via a process called endosymbiosis, ...

The world’s polar bear population has been in decline for a while, due to climate change. But some bears at the Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison could be doing their part to reverse that trend — with a ...

For the time being, the bears are adapting to warming temperatures and a changing habitat Ruzdi Ekenheim via Getty Images Arctic temperatures are rising nearly four times faster than those in the rest ...

Form 4547, which allows taxpayers to elect the new Trump accounts, was clearly numbered with purpose. But when it comes to 1040s, W-2s, 1099s, and other familiar forms, the explanation is far less ...

Scientists have reported some rare good news from the Arctic. As the climate changes and the ice melts, in one region at least, polar bears are thriving — finding new ways to survive, and even packing ...

In the face of sea ice loss, some of the bears on the Norwegian archipelago are gaining weight. By Laura Baisas Published Jan 29, 2026 11:00 AM EST Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 ...

Seals favored by Svalbard bears are becoming easier to hunt as ice declines, a study found. But researchers say the situation may be temporary. By Eric Niiler The population of polar bears in Norway’s ...

LEWES, Del. - The cold-water tradition thousands look forward to each winter is getting a later start this year. Special Olympics Delaware announced on Wednesday that the 2026 Lewes Polar Bear Plunge ...

The polar vortex is sending arctic blasts and chilly temperatures to most of the United States, and states from Texas to Oklahoma could see snow, sleet and ice. As of Wednesday, Jan. 21, millions of ...

Challenging long-held assumptions, Aarhus University researchers have demonstrated that the protein building blocks essential for life as we know it can form readily in space. This discovery, ...

Orange City Square, a mixed-use office complex in Orange, traded hands Dec. 19, selling for $89 million. The buyer was MGR Real Estate in Ontario. The seller, who was not identified, was represented ...

Quiet weather returns to mid-Michigan today. Look for a few flurries or spotty snow showers, especially north, with afternoon temperatures in the mid to upper 20s. A gusty west wind will put an extra ...