As the Perseid meteor shower nears its peak, we revisit our initial episode featuring Scientist in Residence Regina G. Barber alongside planetary scientist Melissa Rice. These experts delve into the diverse aspects of shooting stars, explaining their origins and what they truly are—hint, they are not stars. The Perseid meteor shower offers a remarkable viewing...
It’s been more than two decades since a total solar eclipse could be seen from mainland Europe. On this occasion, fortunate skywatchers might also catch a glimpse of the Perseid meteors. On August 3, 2026, in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, a person equipped with solar eclipse glasses prepares for this celestial event. The total solar eclipse is...
On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will occur at Lake Monroe in Indiana, USA. During this phenomenon, the Moon crosses in front of the Sun, completely obscuring its face. Edward M. Pio Roda/Getty Images Several regions, including parts of Europe and the U.S., will experience this astronomical event. Countries like Iceland, Greenland, northern...
A new species of tree frog, known as the “spring frog,” has been discovered in Costa Rica’s central Pacific region. This tiny frog, measuring less than 4 centimeters, thrives in coffee plantations but is at risk from agrochemicals used in farming. Researchers from the University of Costa Rica and Argentina’s National Council for Scientific and...
The heat persists and storms are scarce. The southern U.S. is experiencing stunning sunsets, partly due to a layer of dust from Africa’s Sahara desert. This phenomenon, known as the Saharan Air Layer or Saharan dust, travels an impressive journey across the ocean, affecting weather patterns. Meteorologist Jason Dunion from the University of Miami elaborates...
CBS News Sunday Morning airs Sundays on CBS at 9:00 a.m. ET, with streaming available on the CBS News app at 11:00 a.m. ET. Cover Story: Reviving a Community Seth Doane hosted a segment about Autumn Mowery, who saved the Ellsworth Candlepin Bowling Alley in Maine from demolition. At 18, she became the business owner,...
A team of scientists has achieved the clearest images yet of the sun’s surface, revealing a rugged and dynamic landscape. Looking directly at the sun without eye protection is dangerous, but researchers gained insight into the scorching surface using the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope at the National Science Foundation, located on the island of...
Millions of airline passengers may soon experience smoother flights. A federal forecasting tool now provides pilots with a detailed view of turbulence almost in real time. The National Weather Service’s Aviation Weather Center has launched a system to help flight crews quickly identify rough air, allowing them to adjust routes or altitudes before passengers feel...
A team of scientists has captured unprecedented images of the sun’s surface, showcasing a dynamic and intriguing appearance. Observing the sun without adequate eye protection is perilous. However, researchers utilized the National Science Foundation’s Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope located in Maui, Hawaii, to safely examine its fiery exterior. The original purpose of capturing these...
A SpaceX rocket carrying lunar landers struck the moon as anticipated this week, according to scientists. While the 5,400-mph (8,700-kph) impact went unobserved directly, a telescope in Chile detected a debris plume from the collision. Experts in space tracking said the incident was unavoidable due to the rocket’s trajectory. This is a recent case of...