Wild boars roaming the forests of Bavaria have become the focus of a scientific mystery: in some cases, they carry higher levels of radioactive contamination than wolves living near the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone.

The Sun is currently in its active phase and has been unleashing a steady stream of powerful solar flares, triggering severe geomagnetic storms on Earth. But the consequences of these solar outbursts may be more significant than the occasional satellite ...

There was a recent recall of so-called ‘radioactive shrimp’ that were potentially contaminated with cesium-137 (Cs-137). But contamination isn’t an all-or-nothing affair, so you might wonder exactly how hot the shrimp were. As it turns out, the FDA ...

Scientists have recorded the highest levels of radiation from a solar storm at aviation altitude in decades, revealing potential threats to aircraft safety. A flare classified as most intense was released from the Sun on 11 November 2025 led to energetic ...

"Young stars are not capable of being a source of radiation. So we should not expect it." When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Using the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have ...

Despite the finding, the authorities have been unable to fix the damage from a drone that punctured Reactor No. 4’s outermost protective shield in February. By Kim Barker Radiation levels have not increased outside the Chernobyl power plant, the ...

An IAEA research project involving 27 countries has strengthened global understanding of how exposure to ionizing radiation affects human health. The project focused on the clinical applications of biodosimetry – how measuring biological responses can be used to estimate the amount of ionizing radiation a patient receives.