Earth has the perfect combination of a livable atmosphere and a protective magnetic field that prevents the Sun's harmful radiation and radioactive solar winds from damaging us, allowing us to live on ...

Chilly fingers and toes are generally nothing to worry about, but they can sometimes indicate a more serious condition.

Scientists have discovered that avian influenza viruses have a gene that makes them incredibly resistant to heat, rendering ...

Brown fat burns energy when we are cold. Now scientists are trying to harness its powers to fight obesity and type 2 diabetes ...

New research shows feverish temperatures make it more difficult for viruses to hijack our cells. A mouse study suggests it's ...

Body-weight expert Professor Giles Yeo MBE cuts through the confusion and explains what you should pay attention to on food labels ...

Millions of migrants toil in grueling conditions in the Middle East, where brutal heat contributes to an alarming increase in kidney failure.

Most people don’t think much about fungi unless it’s mold on bread or mushrooms on pizza. But behind the scenes, fungi – especially the microscopic kind – are everywhere. And now, a new study suggests ...

Smart textiles are no longer passive wearables that track steps or monitor vitals. They are transforming into energy-active fabrics capable of generating power on their own. This evolution is driven ...

Kevin Miller can get a person to the brink of heat stroke in 30 minutes. In a chamber with a temperature of around 100 degrees, he starts them out on the treadmill, switching off between three minutes ...