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The 16 Coolest Images From NASA's James Webb Space Telescope

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:25:00 +0000

The James Webb Space Telescope allows astronomers to see into the far reaches of the universe, but it's also provided some of the most stunning views of space.

5 Common Sunscreen Myths That Have Been Debunked By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Elaine Todd) — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Wearing sunscreen is always good advice when you have to spend time outside, but you may have heard some advice about sunscreen that just isn't true.

Doctor Reveals 2 Dangerous Health Myths That Can Cause Extreme Pain

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Mon, 07 Sep 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Generally, most people want to avoid pain if they can help it, but a prominent doctor says there are two misconceptions you need to be aware of.

Vomit Myths That Have Been Debunked By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Elaine Todd) — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 19:25:00 +0000

If you're going to partake in the human experiment, you're going to barf at some point, so you might as well be able to separate fact from fiction.

6 Healthy Habits Of People Who Lived Past 100

staff@sciencing.com (Elaine Todd) — Sat, 05 Sep 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Living to the ripe old age of 100 isn't something that just happens, you've got to put some work in, and there are some habits that are more helpful.

Morning Sickness Myths That Have Been Debunked By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Morning sickness is a depressingly common symptom of pregnancy, thus it's not surprising that there are a lot of false beliefs surrounding it.

Sneezing Myths That Have Been Debunked By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Elaine Todd) — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 17:25:00 +0000

Sneezing is something we all do, so it's no surprise that there are a lot of myths and folk beliefs surrounding this common physical process.

Doctor Reveals The 2 Most Physically Painful Ways To Die

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Death is never a particularly pleasant thing, but not all deaths are necessarily made equal, with certain, severe cases usually being considerably more painful.

Hydroelectric Dams Are Doing A Lot More To The Environment Than Scientists Expected

staff@sciencing.com (Elias Nash) — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Even though hydroelectric dams aren't directly responsible for fossil fuel emissions, their construction and life cycle are anything but green.

Mystery Or Myth: How Will The Universe Really End – With A Crunch, A Rip, Or Eternal Silence?

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Scientists were surprised to find that dark energy causes the universe is to expand, which has begged questions of whether that will continue, and to what end.

The Greatest Scientific Discoveries Of 2026 So Far

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Sun, 17 May 2026 10:25:00 +0000

2026 has quickly become a year of both scientific accomplishments and setbacks. Still, these discoveries offer fascinating possibilities to look forward to.

Fart Myths That Are Actually Based In Science

staff@sciencing.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Sat, 16 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Farts are a common annoyance in everyday life, prompting the creation of plenty of myths, but some of the most disgusting are more true than you might think.

The Most Eye-Opening Earth Facts Scientists Have Figured Out In 2026 So Far

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Tue, 12 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

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.

What Scientists Know About Death That You Didn't (Until Now)

staff@sciencing.com (Elias Nash) — Sun, 10 May 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Death is the great equalizer, but it's also one of science's greatest mysteries, with researchers having made some strange and fascinating discoveries about it.

Ocean Experts Reveal Why Some Beaches Are Safer Than Others

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Sat, 09 May 2026 19:25:00 +0000

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.

The Shady 1950s Experiment That Tried To Harness The Power Of Mind Control

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

The Cold War played host to an abundance of strange and twisted experiments, including this controversial attempt to use drugs to weaponize mind control.

Surprising Factors That Can Attract Sharks While Swimming

staff@sciencing.com (Ing Wei Khor) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Sharks are fearsome hunters with well honed senses and instincts. So if you want to avoid seeming like a nice snack, you might want to keep these facts in mind.

What Scientists Know About Cholesterol That You Didn't (Until Now)

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

We've all heard that, cholesterol is bad for us and we should work to reduce its levels in our body, but there are some things you might have missed.

The 12 Worst Ways To Die In Space Will Make You Think Twice About Becoming An Astronaut

staff@sciencing.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Space is a spectacular place, but it can also prove deadly, to the point that some space agencies even have plans in case that possibility ever happened.

Scientists Still Debate These 6 'Useless' Organs

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:25:00 +0000

The human body is still a mystery, and some organs have largely been considered useless in one way or another. However, the truth may not be quite that simple.