Science

A look at the science of designing a happier life — from reverse-engineering joy to moments of serendipity.

FEMA approved the city to join its Community Rating System, a program that rewards municipalities that take steps to reduce flood risk.

Delaware environmental regulators are calling for increased access to electric vehicles, and the protection of natural resources.

The whale was found Sunday on a ship at the Gloucester Marine Terminal, which is at the base of the Walt Whitman Bridge.

The latest baby African penguin, known only as 53, joins Oscar and Duffy as the latest additions to the aquarium’s African penguin colony.

Rising seas are drowning New Jersey wetlands. A new round of state climate funding aims to make them more resilient.

Concrete reabsorbs some of its carbon emissions over time. Alternative ingredients and 3D printing could help supercharge that by making the finished concrete more porous.

A look back at the cut-throat competition that led to the historic unveiling of the decoded human genome.

From its name to its biodiversity, the river offers a range of fun and unique qualities to consider before you vote by Jan. 16.

Grid operator PJM was unable to secure enough promised power to reach its reliability goal during an auction this week.

Cities across the U.S. are required to find lead pipes over the next decade.

The refinery has received more than 50 violations over the last decade.