February 17, 2026

Pakistan’s Indigenous Glacier Grafting Fights Water Shortage Amid Rising Heat

In Pakistan's high Himalayas, locals use glacier grafting—a centuries-old art—to form artificial glaciers. This helps tackle water shortages caused by rising temperatures melting natural ice.

February 17, 2026

DNA Confirms Identity of Meteorologist Dennis Bell Found After 66 Years in Antarctic Glacier

Human remains found among rocks on King George Island have been identified by DNA as Dennis Bell, a British meteorologist who died in 1959. Found by a Polish team near a retreating glacier, his discovery brings closure after decades in Antarctica.

February 17, 2026

Asteroids, Comets, Meteors: Key Differences and Why Scientists Track Them

Asteroids, comets, and meteors differ in makeup and path. Scientists study these space rocks and iceballs to understand our solar system and keep Earth safe.

February 17, 2026

How Long Do Planets Live? From Earth to Red Dwarfs’ Ancient Worlds

Planets live as long as their stars allow, from millions to trillions of years. Earth faces a fiery end in 9.5 billion years, while planets around red dwarfs may last far longer.

February 17, 2026

Kīlauea Volcano Erupts Again with Lava Fountains 1,300 Feet High in Hawaiʻi

Kīlauea volcano on Hawaiʻi Island erupted with stunning lava fountains reaching 1,300 feet. The 42nd episode of its ongoing cycle lasted nearly 10 hours, sending ash over 35,000 feet high. This powerful blast captured wide attention and showed the volcano’s continuing wild nature.