The sleepy sun turns out to be a factory of extremely energetic light. Scientists have discovered that the sun puts out more of this light, called high-energy gamma rays, overall than predicted. But ...

As it gets colder and we start bundling up in jackets and earmuffs, most of us tend to stop thinking about our sun exposure. After all, how much damage can the weak winter sun cause if you're already ...

New research conducted by an international team of physicists has found that high-energy gamma rays might offer the key to unlocking the mysteries of the sun's magnetic fields. The study, led by the ...

After a long, cold winter, nothing feels better than the arrival of those first few warm, sunny spring days. Suddenly, everyone is stripped down to short sleeves—kids on the playground, people ...

Sun, sun, sun. The weather is one of the top reasons many of us live in Florida. But too much exposure to the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays can cause skin cancer, the most common type of cancer. The ...

Sunlight contains ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which is made up of different types of rays. The types of UV radiation you’re probably most familiar with are UVA and UVB rays. These rays can affect your ...

You can dodge food allergies by steering clear of certain foods, but what about the sun? It’s everywhere, and impossible to escape. Dubai-based homemaker Sweekriti Panigrahi has learned to navigate ...

It's always important to protect yourself from UV radiation to avoid getting burned and damaging your skin. One way to plan for your safety outside is by checking the UV index. (Photo Credit: E+/Getty ...

It takes one bad sunburn to realize that sunscreen isn’t always enough. That’s where sun-protective UPF clothing can come in. “Sun-protective clothing adds an extra layer of defense from the sun, and ...

Everyone is at risk for skin cancer, no matter your age, skin color or type. Know the myths and facts about sun safety and how to protect your skin. Myth: Getting a base tan helps protect my skin from ...