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Harjo, a member of the Muskogee Creek Nation, says the appointment "honors the place of Native people in this country, the place of Native people’s poetry"

In 2011, declassified CIA documents shed light on a covert government program dating back to WWII

Bombing ground targets from the air is tricky and not always accurate. But a new type of bomb creates an unimaginable level of destruction

The USS Barb had an unusual target in its sights in 1945 - one that wasn't even in the water. It was a Japanese supply train on the island of Karafuto

Perhaps it was not just a massive slice that made Pizza Rat a true New Yorker

The positive outcomes won’t be immediately apparent, but will help reduce the strain on our healthcare system

In its first year, the class attracted more than 1,200 students. The online version is abbreviated, but free

A recent excavation located the first physical evidence of the capital of the Maya kingdom of Sak Tz'i', founded in 750 B.C.

No SARS-CoV-2 infections have yet been detected in our closest living relatives. But there is precedent for viruses jumping from people to other great apes

The exact molecule behind the Minamata mercury disaster, caused by a chemical plant’s wastewater, remains a point of disagreement

The spacecraft Hayabusa2 hurled a four-pound copper ball toward the asteroid's surface at about 4,500 miles an hour to create an artificial crater

Illustrators are sharing artwork of Amabie, a spirit first popularized during the Edo period, on social media

Despite the name, moon won’t have a rosy hue. The name alludes to flowers that bloom in April

Universities, libraries and museums are among the organizations seeking personal stories about the pandemic's effects on daily life

Though not as plentiful as the Perseids in summer, the Lyrids can serve up some serious fireballs

These cliques wear pink every day of the week

The "lost" apples will help restore genetic, culinary diversity to a crop North America once produced in astonishing variety

Study suggests alleged exoplanet may have been a cloud of asteroid debris

The rendering builds on decades of data that dates back to the Apollo missions, which happened some fifty years ago

The specimen may be the earliest known example of a squid-like creature on the attack

The actor is one of 17 celebrities slated to participate in newly announced read-alongs of the series' first book

Your feedback on our 50th anniversary issue showcasing success stories in conservation

Through their images, these artists combat the stereotypes perpetuated by American history and culture

Engineers around the world are tweaking drones, robots and smart tools to help prevent the spread of the virus

A planned exhibition at the Portland Art Museum highlights the boldness of their work

The new book 'The Rainbow Atlas' invites readers on a vivid journey across the globe

Find the capital cities, working from a list of state names

Dreamscape is an escape from the relentless pace of cityscapes. A matrix caught between reality and a dream. A moment frozen amongst the chaos there is calm.

This photo shows the beautiful landscape of Capital Reef National Park with its amazing old orchards in foreground. Capital Reef has many old orchards of peaches, apples and apricots. The park lets you eat all you want if you eat it in the orchard.

The hair-care magnate at the center of the new Netflix series 'Self Made' left her imprint on the city where she launched her career

Using the lunar module as a lifeboat and employing techniques never before considered, the astronauts' ordeal ended triumphantly

In the late 1300s, tea was introduced to Japan from mainland China, transported in delicate jars. Over the years, as drinking tea became a prized activity in Japan, so too did the jars in which it was stored

The pilum, a vital weapon in Rome’s imperial ambitions, was a simple iron spear fixed with two bolts onto a heavy wooden post. It was remarkably effective against an attacker charging at high speed.

The premier’s office confirmed the news in an email statement, blaming visibility issues under "very specific lighting conditions."