Fox News: Science

• The cicada invasion has begun! Find out where the flying insects are emerging

  The cicada invasion of 2024 has kicked off where billions of the flying insects will appear in 17 states in a rare natural phenomenon not seen since 1803

• Scientists discover thick atmosphere enveloping rocky so-called 'super Earth' planet

  Researchers have discovered a thick atmosphere enveloping a planet called 55 Cancri e, which is twice the size of Earth and located in a nearby solar system.

• Basic building blocks of sperm whale language have been uncovered, scientists say

  Scientists studying sperm whales have identified the basic elements of their communication system, potentially paving the way for better protection of the mammals.

• Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks this weekend. Here's how you can see the celestial event.

  The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks this weekend. Astronomers say it should be visible in both hemispheres. The Eta Aquarids occur every year in early May.

• China launches lunar probe to take samples from far side of the moon

  China's advancing space exploration program has launched a new lunar probe to explore the far side of the moon. China has its own space station and conceptual plans for a moon base.