Oregon's Axial Seamount, a highly active underwater volcano, is closely monitored for potential eruptions by mid-to-late 2026. Scientists track seafloor inflation and seismic activity, noting that eruptions follow periods of magma accumulation and stress. While predictions are based on historical patterns, new physics-based models are being tested to improve forecasting accuracy.

Arctic fossils reveal the oldest known oceanic reptile ecosystem from the Age of Dinosaurs. Over 30,000 specimens show marine life, including diverse reptiles and fish, rebuilt complex food chains just three million years after the devastating end-Permian mass extinction. This discovery challenges previous timelines for marine ecosystem recovery.

Spicy food, a chemical pain disguised as flavor, triggers our body's emergency response. Yet, humans embrace this discomfort, with the brain rewiring to find pleasure and a sense of control in overcoming the heat. This "benign masochism," amplified by endorphins and social performance, offers a thrilling experience of danger without consequence.

Decades after his initial climate warning, NASA scientist James Hansen now highlights an alarming acceleration in climate shifts. His team's research points to a potential collapse of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) within 20-30 years, a critical system regulating global temperatures. This could trigger catastrophic weather changes, but solutions like carbon fees and public awareness offer hope.

Australia and New Zealand witnessed a spectacular aurora australis, a 'cannibal' solar storm causing vibrant pink, violet, and green lights. This G4 geomagnetic storm, one of the strongest, was caused by colliding solar energy bursts. Another viewing opportunity is expected tonight, though geomagnetic activity is declining.

An aggressive solar storm has caused Blue Origin to delay the anticipated launch of its colossal New Glenn rocket, meant to carry Nasa's Mars orbiters, from sunny Florida. After initially grounding the mission because of inclement weather, the launch has now been postponed due to fears of radiation spikes affecting the spacecraft's systems.

Scientists have uncovered a remarkable 'remote touch' sense in humans, enabling detection of hidden objects beneath surfaces. Experiments show people can locate items buried in sand with surprising accuracy, a feat previously deemed impossible. This discovery, mimicking shorebirds, suggests our tactile perception is far more advanced than understood and has potential applications in robotics and exploration.