Scientists Finally Solved The Mystery Of The Golden Orb Discovered In Alaska's Ocean
The floor of the deep ocean is littered with mysteries, but this recently cracked mystery has had people hungry for the answer since its discovery.
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Scientists Predict That This Upcoming Ocean Phenomenon Will Be The Worst Of Its Kind This Century
It's almost certain that El Niño is coming later this year, and we don't know how strong it will be, but some scientists think it will be historic.
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Why Your Dog Might Eat Its Own Poop, According To Science
As adorable as dogs are, sometimes they are downright disgusting, especially when they snack on their own poop, but science has an explanation.
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The Most Eye-Opening Earth Facts Scientists Have Figured Out In 2026 So Far
Given that we live here, there's a lot we know about Earth, but there is still tons of knowledge to uncover, some of which was discovered this year.
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Science Explains The Rare Disease That Slowly Turns Its Victims To 'Stone'
Flesh turning to stone sounds like something from fantasy, but this rare genetic disease does something similar, often doing so with fatal results.
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Ocean Experts Reveal Why Some Beaches Are Safer Than Others
Beaches are synonymous with sun and surf. But they can also be dangerous, with wildlife, plants, and ocean currents meaning that not all beaches are made equal.
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The Ocean Mystery That Left Scientists Stumped Over Great White Shark Deaths
The ocean is a scary place and few of its denizens are more frightening than the great white shark, but there are some things even sharks fear.
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Could The Deadly Virus Outbreak That Killed Cruise Passengers Spread To Land?
There is currently a deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship traveling between South America and Africa, but it's unclear how far it will spread.
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The Common Poop Habit That Increases Your Risk Of Hemorrhoids
Nobody wants to have to deal with a painful, potentially embarrassing hemorrhoid, but you could be increasing your risk with this bathroom habit.
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Eight Percent Of Your DNA Isn't Human - Here's Where It Comes From
Human DNA isn't actually entirely human. Strangely, a lot of our genetic material came from unwanted guests hitching rides in our ancestors' cells.
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What Actually Causes Mushrooms To Grow In Your Yard?
We've all seen the occasional mushroom bloom in our yard or the park, but they aren't plants, so how exactly to these fun guys grow and get around?
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The 'Ozempic Poops' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science
Many hail Ozempic and other similar medicines as miracle drugs for their ability to aid in weight loss, but those benefits may come with a cost.
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How Weird Is It To Pee In The Shower, Really?
If you've peed in the shower, we're not here to judge, but you might be surprised to know that relieving yourself in the shower isn't that uncommon.
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What To Do If You Get Sea Lice From The Beach
Head lice are a familiar problem, but sea lice might not be; they aren't even the kind of lice you likely expect. And here's how you can deal with them.
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The Fruit That's More Hydrating Than Watermelon
Watermelon is a popular summer-time snack thanks to its high water content, but there's another overlooked fruit that actually has watermelon beat.
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The Real Difference Between Topsoil And Potting Soil, According To Science
When it comes to gardening, the term 'soil' gets tossed around liberally, but there's actually a big difference between topsoil and potting soil.
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What Donald Trump's Diet Could Be Doing To His Body
You are what you eat, so you better believe there are some health consequences to stuffing your face with burgers, fries, and diet soda every day.
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The Frozen Ice Age Creature Scientists Brought Back To Life
Ice is a heck of a preservative, but keeping something alive for thousands of years is different than keeping your meat fresh in the freezer.
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This Fruit Contains More Sugar Than A Krispy Kreme Doughnut (But There's A Catch)
A glazed doughnut has a lot of sugar, and this fruit has even more, but you should still reach for fruit; sugar content just isn't as simple as it seems.
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The First Thing You Should Do If You Find A Snake's Shed Skin In Your Yard
Finding a snake's shed skin can be understandably unsettling, and the situation is best met with caution. But what exactly should you do aside from that?
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Scientists Tried To Explain The Ozempic Muscle Loss Phenomenon But Were Surprised By What They Found
With Ozempic in the spotlight, its potential side effects are also under scrutiny. However, explaining its relationship to muscle loss is surprisingly complex.
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Taking These Two Supplements Together Is Scientifically Proven To Help Sleep
Getting a good night's sleep is one of the most important things you can do for yourself, but if you're having trouble, these supplements can help.
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What's Brewing Beneath Yellowstone National Park? Scientists Have A New Take
Yellowstone is one of the most famous supervolcanoes in the world, but it's poorly understood, now some researchers think they have it figured out.
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Dr. Oz Reveals Donald Trump's Bizarre Belief About Diet Coke's Effect On Cancer Cells
President Trump isn't renowned for his traditional views of the world, likewise, he has some pretty out there beliefs about diet soda and cancer.
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The Myth About Death People Should Stop Believing
When it comes to death and dying, most people tend to think of it as an abrupt change from one state to another, but that's not what science says.
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The 'Melatonin Hangover' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science
Melatonin is one of the most common over-the-counter sleep aids available, but it could be giving you a 'hangover' and science may explain why.
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Never Leave This Type Of Kitchen Appliance Plugged In Before A Storm
Thunderstorms are dangerous weather events, particularly because of the lightning which can damage or break certain appliances in your kitchen.
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