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A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week. None of these are legit, even though they were shared widely on social media. The Associated Press checked them out. Here are the facts:

A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week. None of these are legit, even though they were shared widely on social media. The Associated Press checked them out. Here are the facts: No, Yellowstone hasn’t ‘closed’ over volcanic concerns CLAIM: Yellowstone National Park officials have “closed […]

A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week.

CLAIM: Yellowstone National Park officials have “closed down the park” due to a rising “volcanic uplift.” AP’S ASSESSMENT: False. The national park is open, though many roads are currently closed to automobiles for the winter.

The origin of Earth's water has been an enduring mystery.

The NTA will begin the registration process for the Joint Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – University Grants Commission National Eligibility Test (CSIR-UGC NET).

One of the world’s most seismically-active faults has produced six earthquakes with a magnitude of seven or greater in the last century alone – yet very little is known about it. University of New Mexico Regents’ Lecturer Lindsay Lowe Worthington and her...

Understanding the true impact and benefits that come with integrating renewable energy sources onto the grid could not only help governments and industry leaders achieve climate goals but could increase the use of wind power, improve air quality, and, therefore, deliver a range of public health benefits.

Ten faculty in the MIT School of Science are appointed named professorships in biology; Earth, atmospheric and planetary sciences; mathematics; and physics.

By replacing greenhouse gas and air pollution emissions that would otherwise be created by fossil fuel-based power plants, the renewable energy source benefits the environment, air quality, and public health.