Scientists have discovered a tropical “dynamite tree” that explosively launches seeds at 150 mph. The mechanism uses physics, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. This rainforest tree solved one of evolution’s hardest ...

A viral claim suggested trees can explode in the Arctic cold. That's not entirely true, though they do crack under the ...

Every time arctic air drops south, and temperatures plummet well below zero, social media lights up with a scary (and ...

Social media posts warned of "exploding trees" when temperatures drop to 20 degrees below zero.

A guide to exploding trees. We look at what this winter occurrence is and what homeowners can do to keep trees safe on their ...

The Texas A&M Forest Service debunked a false viral claim that trees explode in the cold. Here's what can really happen.

As monstrous winter storms rip through large parts of North America, the online rumor mills are blustering with reports of ...

We have so much for which to be grateful in our community, including the 41 dedicated men and women who serve on the Signal Mountain Police and Fire forces. On behalf of them, thank you for your ...

Cole Murphy, a 30-year-old ski patroller at Mammoth Mountain in California, has died from injuries sustained in an avalanche accident that occurred during avalanche mitigation work on Friday. Mammoth ...

Firefighters responded to a second-floor residential fire near 13th and Layton in Milwaukee. All occupants safely escaped, and no injuries were reported. The Red Cross was notified, and the fire ...

Zoë Jackson is a general assignment reporter for the Star Tribune. She previously covered race and equity, St. Paul neighborhoods and young voters on the politics team. From street corners to City ...