TIME science news

1. Scientists Are Stumped by Mysterious Pulsing ‘Star’

   Fifteen thousand light years away something is semaphoring into space. And scientists can't wait to figure out what it is.

2. Why ‘Hundred-Year’ Weather Events Are Happening More Than Once Every 100 Years

   Climate change is making uncommon events more common. Here's what a 1-in-100 year storm means.

3. How Climate Change Affects Your Gut Health

   In a warmer world your digestive system may be taking a serious hit.

4. What Climate Change Means for Summertime Bugs

   Many insects are at risk of extinction with climate change. But when it comes to mosquitoes and ticks it feels like there are more of them.

5. Climate Change Is Worsening Sleep Apnea

   A warming world is disrupting sleep—and endangering health, according to new research.