SCIENCE

Samuel Wasser hopes to tackle poaching at its source

The PPP1r3G gene can help turn fat into glycogen.

"Years of archaeological studies give the world a close look at the history and also make legends into reality."

Wreck of La Juliana has been exposed in heavy storms off County Sligo.

Charles Frank Bolden Jr., the Administrator of Nasa, said he believes there is life beyond Earth.

What could motivate people to carry out hate crimes?

It had been thought that the dominant figure chose the group's actions.

They suggest selling shares in its enrichment programme will limit production.

His origins had remained a mystery for the past 19 years.

Scientists find first evidence showing how primordial proteins were able to develop into life.

Kangaroos are lefties showing 'true handedness' is not unique to primates.

Solar Impulse co-founder said plane is still waiting for an opening in the wall of clouds over Pacific.

New theory shows recent development in the social structure of primates

Summer solstice takes place on 21 June 2015, making it the longest day of the year.

Cosmetics industry rejects 'outrageous advice' to avoid sun screen.

Authorities say several buildings, including two homes, have been burned to the ground.

The Mystacina miocenalis lived 16 million years ago in New Zealand.

Moon's lopsided dust cloud gets denser during meteor showers like Geminids.

Earth's largest groundwater basins are running out of water because of humans.

As Mount Sinabung erupts, thousands of people refused to leave their homes on the slopes the volcano.

'Flapjack' octopus is seven inches in diameter and has webbed arms.

Theoretical physicist says we would not notice if Earth was captured by a black hole.

Celebrity physicist said Hunt had been hounded out of his position by mobs on Twitter.

We can't even agree on a definition of what life detection is, says John Grunsfeld

The hurricane is expected to weaken in the next 48 hours, but it should remain a hurricane through Wednesday (17 June).

Leipzig, Malaga, Montenegro and Kent also make the top 10.

Earth's sulphur core gives clues to formation of the planet 4.6 billion years ago.

Tropical Storm Bill reached the Texas coast at 12pm local time.

The 1,500 year old graffiti gives an insight into the daily lives of the city's inhabitants