Why Portugal Had To Move 2 Millions Tons Of Sand To Save Their Tourist Hotspot
For many countries, tourism is a vital industry propping up their prosperity, so when Portugal's tourism was under threat, they took drastic action.
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Not Mars, Not Europa: Scientists Say This Moon Could Be The Best Place To Find Life
We have been systematically searching for life in the cosmos for decades, and even though Mars and Europa are prime candidates, there are others.
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The Overlooked Science Career That's Still In Surprisingly High Demand
Some science careers seem like they would have a rocky time providing jobs, but that's not the case here, which is surprisingly relevant to current issues.
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Coal Mining Is Doing A Lot More Damage To The Environment Than Just Causing Pollution
Coal mining operations clearly cause heavy pollution, but they're far more disruptive than that, harming wildlife and ecosystems that they touch.
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The 'Second Wind' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science
You might have noticed that you experience a sudden burst of energy late in the day — a convenient rush that also happens to be perfectly natural.
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NASA's 'Lost Asteroid' Didn't Hit Earth In 2024 - But What If It Did?
NASA lost track of an asteroid back in 2007, and in 2024, that same asteroid could have hit Earth. It passed by harmlessly, but what if it hadn't?
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Your Body Odor Reveals More About Your Health Than You Realize
Body odor is a normal thing, but it's also a surprising indicator of your well-being, whether short-term stress or serious, long-term health conditions.
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The One Problem With Air Travel Scientists Still Can't Figure Out
Air travel is a question of physics, but aerodynamic processes can still get messy. In fact, this very common problem is surprisingly hard to fully understand.
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Not Diet, Not Exercise: Scientists Say This Activity Boosts Long-Term Mental Health
There are a number of ways to keep up your mental health, but just a bit of reflection makes this particular activity among the most helpful.
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The Kids Who Built Nuclear Reactors At Home
Nuclear science isn't an easy thing, particularly building a working reactor, but there are a small handful of adolescents who have pulled it off.
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Not Earth, Not Venus: This Planet Has The Biggest Volcano In The Solar System
Volcanoes are one of the most impressive geological features around, but the biggest of them all isn't here on Earth, but it's not too far away.
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Long-Term Side Effects Of Gabapentin That Aren't Widely Discussed
Gabapentin, or Neurontin, is a widely prescribed drug used for its effects on the nervous system, though it can possibly cause some rare side effects.
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A Bed Bug's Feeding Habits Are Pure Nightmare Fuel
It's popularly said that bed bugs bite, but the feeding that they do in the process isn't exactly pleasant. Nor are their overall eating habits.
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This Body Part Explains Why Being Nervous Makes People Poop
If you've ever found yourself in a stressful situation and were overcome by the urge to poop, it turns out there's a body part responsible for that.
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The Science Behind Why Boomers Hoard Things
Have you ever noticed that your parents have a really hard time getting rid of stuff? It turns out that there's a reason why Boomers tend to hoard.
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Scientists Were Wrong About The Origin Of Bed Bugs. This Study Proves Why
For a long time, we thought we understood the history of bed bugs, but recent research has completely overturned our understanding of their origins.
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The Chinese Dog Experiment That Had Never Been Done Before
Scientists typically test new procedures on animals before moving to humans, as was the case with this surprisingly successful experiment on dogs.
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What It Means When Your Tap Water Suddenly Smells
Clean drinking water is so vital its importance can't be overstated, so when it smells off you notice right away, but might not know what it means.
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Your Breath Reveals More About Your Health Than You Realize
Everyone knows that bad breath points to a problem with oral health, but your breath can be used to diagnose a host of potential health issues.
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The Perfect Espresso Shot Does Exist, According To Science
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world, but despite its ubiquity, there is some complicated science behind crafting the perfect cup.
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The Science Behind Turning Human Poop Into Usable Cooking Gas
Wood, coal, or natural gas are the usual culprits in terms of cooking fuel, but some clever chemistry makes poop into a surprisingly sustainable alternative.
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The Mosquito Bite Disease That Can Leave You Dead In One Day
Mosquito bites are often tied to dangerous diseases, including this particular illness, which doesn't even have any specific cure to fight it.
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The 'Placebo Effect' Is Easily Explained By Science
The placebo effect has been a documented scientific phenomenon for a long time, but scientists finally might have an explanation for how it actually works.
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This Spider Species Looks Like Bird Poop And The Reason Is Fascinating
A poopy appearance sounds unappealing, but this spider actually takes advantage of that fact, giving itself the edge of its predators and its prey.
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Not A Sphere, Not Flat: The Weirdest Possible Shape For A Planet
Unless you're on the fringes, it's taken for granted that Earth is round, but if you play with the numbers just right, other shapes are possible.
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Science Explains Why Train Delays Can Increase In Summer
Taking the train can be a low-cost alternative to flying or driving for your vacation, but train travel in the summer often comes with delays.
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The Game-Changing Spray That Could Finally Beat Bed Bugs
You may not know it, but bed bugs are on the winning side of a 20-year counteroffensive, but we might finally have a tool to beat them for good.
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