The most active time of the year for tornadoes is near and there are likely hundreds of tornadoes ahead of us before this period is over. But how is it that tornadoes actually form? The short of the ...

When making a list of objects that emit γ-rays, one might include nuclear reactors, solar flares, exploding stars and even black holes. Perhaps surprisingly, Earth’s thunderstorms should also be added ...

Cosmic rays, high‐energy particles from extraterrestrial sources, continuously bombard the Earth, providing a natural probe of astrophysical processes. When these particles interact with the ...

Even with advances in technology, it’s difficult to pinpoint exactly where and when some of the most severe weather will occur until just before it happens. Precipitation intensity Source: National ...

Warming may lead to less frequent but bigger and more devastating hail storms, new research has shown. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest sci-tech news updates. Climate experts from Newcastle ...