Why The 'Banana Spider' Is Considered One Of The Deadliest
Most spiders are content to hang out in their burrow or web, waiting for food to come to them, but this Brazilian spider uses a different strategy.
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The Record-Breaking Lightning Strike That Crossed An Unbelievable Distance
Most people probably have an intuition that lightning is big, but few people grasp the true potential scope that a single bolt of lighting can have.
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The Vital Human Organ That Can Miraculously Regenerate
Although we might feel otherwise in the moment, no part of our body is static, everything is changing and regenerating, some parts more than others.
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Here's What Actually Causes The 'Hospital Smell' Phenomenon
Hospitals have a uniquely consistent smell that's unpleasant and strangely complicated, with the power of the stench affected by more than just chemistry.
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The 'Useless' Organ That Can Actually Cause More Harm Than Good
Vestigial organs are generally considered useless and are often harmless, but in this particular case, humans would be better off without it.
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The Science Behind 'Pessimist Cows' Is Truly Heartbreaking
The general conception of cows is that they are implacably stoic, but recent research has shown that cows can have a streak of pessimism as well.
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This Common Diabetes Drug Could Hold The Key To Slower Aging
A drug usually prescribed for diabetes has been hailed as something akin to a miracle drug, but until now, scientists haven't been entirely sure how it worked.
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The Scientific Phenomenon That Can Prevent Hurricanes During Peak Season
Hurricane season in 2025 has been surprisingly mild, and that, in part, is due to this strange phenomenon involving dust and the Sahara Desert.
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Scientists Fed Cows Sunflower Seeds And Made A Fascinating Discovery
The only way to get flavored milk is by mixing it with something, right? Actually, with the right diet, you can get it straight from the cow.
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Scientists Observed Earth's Seasons From Outer Space And Made A Fascinating Discovery
Most people take the seasons for granted, but by using old satellite data, scientists have found that Earth's seasons might not be as dependable as we thought.
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The World's Largest Nuclear Fusion Project Is A Step Closer To Recreating The Sun's Power Here On Earth
We've only known about nuclear fusion for around 100 years; now, one project in France is closer than ever to making fusion power it a reality.
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The Science Behind The American Heart Association's New Blood Pressure Guidelines
In recent years, the AHA has made the connection between heart and other systems of the body, and it's just updated its recommendations to reflect that.
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The CDC Has An Unsettling Warning About 'Kissing Bug' Disease
If you live anywhere from Pennsylvania to California, there's a chance you've seen a kissing bug crawling around, hopefully not inside your house.
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Rotten Egg Stench Engulfs Massachusetts City. Here's The Bizarre Reason Why
A city in Massachusetts has recently been smelling foul, and it's putting residents off. But the reason for the stench is much bigger than this one town.
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We Finally Know Why Some Rivers Split
Have you ever wondered why a river splits? Scientists have, and until very recently they haven't had any idea about how this phenomenon happens.
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This Popular Fruit Is Actually Radioactive (But You'd Have To Eat A Billion Of Them)
It's commonly known that bananas are high in potassium, a potentially radioactive element, but how radioactive are they, and can they hurt you?
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What Dinosaur Eggs Really Looked Like
Figuring out what dinosaurs looked like isn't easy, and neither is figuring out what their eggs looked like, but scientists do have some clues.
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Yes, Baby Snails Do Have Shells. Here's What They Look Like
You probably haven't put much thought into it, but baby snails are born with tiny shells, although you may have a some difficulty seeing one.
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A Radioactive Element Could Pose A Great Threat To The Grand Canyon As We Know It
The Grand Canyon is one of the most beautiful natural wonders in the world, but that tranquility could be under threat by something in the ground.
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What Is The Temperature Of Outer Space Close To Earth?
The popular conception of outer space is that it's cold, and that's certainly true for most of it, but some parts close to Earth can be very hot.
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How Does China's Artificial Sun Work?
Scientists have been chasing the dream of fusion energy for decades, now, China is on the cusp of figuring it out, so how does their reactor work?
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Here's The Compound That Is Used For Cloud Seeding
Cloud seeding is a technique to put a chemical into a cloud to induce it to rain, but what chemicals are being used to do this, and are they safe?
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What Are Those Things That Grow Out Of Potatoes?
Potatoes are a part of the cuisine all around the world, but if you've ever worked with them, you'll have seen the little bits growing out of them.
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Well Actually, Diamonds Aren't As Tough As You Think
Diamonds have a reputation as one of the hardest materials known to man, which is undoubtedly true, but they're not as tough as you think they are.
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Why We're Stunned Pandas Haven't Become Extinct
The giant panda is one of the most iconic and beloved animals in the world, but honestly, it's a wonder they're still around for us to appreciate.
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Well Actually, Dogs Aren't Totally Colorblind
It's often been said that dogs see the world in black and white, but that's not exactly the case. The truth of the matter is a bit more nuanced.
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Here's Why Lithium Is Such A Valuable And Expensive Metal
Lithium is at the center of a lot of current technologies, and as such, there's a considerable demand. But there are quite a few factors that go into its price.
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