New research is intensifying the debate — with profound implications for the future of the planet.

A growing body of research suggests that trees can communicate and cooperate in the wild.

The latest research suggests it’s not far-fetched at all—especially when you consider all the societal and cultural factors that make today’s games so attractive.

It’s much less scientific—and more prone to gratuitous procedures—than you may think.

How moonlight drives life in the ocean.

On the longstanding human fascination with a light source we could borrow but not share.

What it’s like to be struck by lightning.