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This Is Where the First Alphabet Was Born
It became the basis for most written languages, beginning 4,000 years ago in the Sinai desert.
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How Astronauts Avoided Disaster Building the International Space Station
A dangerous spacewalk, a toxic leak, and a breathtaking view of Earth.
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These Are the World’s Oldest Mummies
They're older than King Tut, Ötzi the Iceman, and even the ones found in the Atacama Desert.
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Interview: Evolution of New Species, Venom, Wings, and More with Sean B. Carroll
From fruit flies to snake venom, evolutionary biologist Sean Carroll explains what drives evolution.
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Interview: De-Extinction, Dire Wolves, and Jurassic Park with Beth Shapiro
Can we really bring extinct species back? Evolutionary biologist Beth Shapiro says yes.