A mirage is an optical illusion created when sharp temperature differences near the surface bend light, making distant ...

It’s an optical illusion that has vexed many a weary traveler -- except it’s technically not an illusion at all. This week, we’re exploring the science behind a mirage. * Chances are you’ve noticed ...

Have you ever looked at the Lake Michigan horizon and noticed city lights that seemed to appear out of thin air? No, the lake didn't suddenly shrink, nor did the city beyond the horizon teleport ...