Sierra Nevada shows off space cargo capsule that rides on shuttle-inspired vehicle

The company didn't win the contract to bring astronauts to the ISS, but it is busy with a cool concept that could eventually be modified to take people into orbit.

Smoking weed may increase risk of stroke, arrhythmia in young adults, warns American Heart Association

Frequent use of cannabis in young adults was linked to an increased risk of stroke, and people diagnosed with cannabis use disorder were found to be more likely to being hospitalized for arrhythmia (heart rhythm disturbances), according to two new studies that were presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2019.

Astronauts experience stagnant and reverse blood flow during long periods in space, study finds

A study looking into how zero gravity can affect blood flow in the body showed astronauts staying onboard the International Space Station for long periods of time can face health risks.

Thousands of costly heart procedures each year could be unnecessary, study finds

The findings of a large study suggest thousands of costly stent procedures and bypass operations each year are unnecessary or premature for people with stable disease.

Massive dune to protect Kennedy Space Center launch pads from nature's wrath

NASA is bolstering a dune to protect America's Space Sector from Mother Nature. Storms, rising ocean levels, won't threaten our return to the moon and beyond.

Spider and insect populations are declining at ‘frightening’ rates, scientists say

Insect and spider populations are falling dramatically across the globe, spurring concern throughout the scientific community, and a new study suggests that the decline may be happening more quickly and extensively than previously suspected.

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Climate change has some NASA officials on edge, especially as the rising ocean levels could threaten launch pads at the Kennedy Space Center.

Former Michigan lawmaker captures photo of 'one-in-a-million' 3-antler deer

A former Michigan state lawmaker believes he took a “one-in-a-million” photo last weekend of a rare three-antler deer in the state’s Upper Peninsula.

Dolphin stampede captured near Newport Beach's sightseeing tour boat

Hundreds of dolphins were seen ‘stampeding’ alongside a whale-watching tour group off the shore of Newport Beach, California.

FOX 35 joins python hunters as they trek through Everglades

There is a massive effort to wipe out pythons that have taken over the Florida Everglades. People from around the world, including Central Florida, are hoping to be paid by the state to find and kill the monster snakes.

Antibiotic-resistant superbugs kill 35K Americans each year — and CDC warns worst is yet to come

In recent decades, scientists have consistently warned that humanity was headed full-speed toward an antibiotic-resistant future. A new report from the CDC says that future is already here.

Florida bill adds teeth to fight against bear poaching

Poaching black bears out of season in Florida would carry stiffer penalties under a proposal unanimously approved by a House panel Wednesday.

Deer gets caught in batting cage net

A deer became entangled in the netting of a batting cage in Colorado last week.