Florida man shoots alligator as it attacked dog in backyard: 'My heart just dropped'

We expect to see alligators in lakes around Florida, but what about in your backyard? A Deltona homeowner who asked not to be identified had to think fast when a gator started attacking his chocolate lab.

Female trailblazers in STEM get their own Barbie dolls

Careers in STEM make up nearly half of the U.S. workforce, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. But women are still vastly underrepresented.

Russia launches rescue ship to space station after leak issues

The new, empty Soyuz capsule will arrive at an orbiting lab on Sunday, following its liftoff Friday from Kazakhstan. The Russian Space Agency delayed the ship's launch to check for defects, but none were found.

Japanese startup announces balloon flights taking passengers up to space

In the tour's unveiling Tuesday, the company said it has developed an airtight two-seat cabin and a balloon capable of rising to a 15-mile altitude.

American bald eagles build new home at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center

Alongside all the human innovations, the Kennedy Space Center has become known for its refuge for thousands of animals -- including America’s national bird.

'Swarm of Meteors' illuminate Kansas sky

The NWS posted the video on its Twitter page showing a batch of meteors and stars traveling in outer space.