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Scientists Discovered This Unusual Dinosaur Fossil Off The Coast Of Canada

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 19:25:00 +0000

The tail vertebra of a tall, bird-like dinosaur was found on a small island off the coast of British Columbia.

Not Weight, Not BMI: Scientists Say This Is A Great Indicator Of Heart Health

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 17:25:00 +0000

Keeping your weight and BMI low are good for managing heart health, but you might be missing this one very important aspect to a healthy heart.

This Everyday Kitchen Culprit May Be Behind The Parasitic Outbreak Causing Explosive Diarrhea

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

Explosive diarrhea is running rampant across the country, and while scientists have found the parasite responsible, the source may be in your kitchen.

Science Fiction Vs. Fact: The Many Worlds Theory Behind Everything Everywhere All At Once

staff@sciencing.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:25:00 +0000

2022's "Everything Everywhere All At Once" took audiences through the multiverse - which, according to quantum mechanics, might not actually be too far fetched.

Why Death By A Scorpion Sting Is One Of The Worst Ways To Die

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 10:25:00 +0000

When it comes to arachnids, few are as fearsome as the scorpions, and if the wrong one stings you, you may been in for a truly horrible death.

Scientists Didn't Expect This Parasitic Plant To Steal DNA From Its Hosts

staff@sciencing.com (Megan Brame) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Parasitic plants aren't terribly uncommon in nature, but what is uncommon is when one of those plants goes and steals DNA from its host plant.

What It Might Physically Feel Like To Be Swallowed Whole

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:25:00 +0000

The world abounds with unique sensations to experience but the experience of being swallowed whole is probably one you want to avoid if possible.

Scientists Discovered One Of Australia's 'Cutest And Fiercest' New Species

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 16:25:00 +0000

This tiny mammal, the world's smallest marsupial, hadn't been seen in decades.

Scientists Say This Air Travel Mistake Could Put Your Health At Risk

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Many travelers don't think twice about this before boarding, but scientists say making a different choice could benefit your health.

Not Drinking, Not Smoking: Scientists Say This Gen Z 'Epidemic' Might Kill You First

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 10:25:00 +0000

This epidemic is said to be worse for you than smoking 15 cigarettes a day.

Why Death By An Inland Taipan Snake Might Be One Of The Worst Ways To Die

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Nobody's trying to get bitten by a snake, but of all the snakes out there, the inland taipan may be the absolute worst one to give you a nibble.

Some Popular Prescription Drugs Could Be Increasing Fall Risks For Seniors

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:25:00 +0000

One of the unfortunate consequences of getting older is the increased risk of falling, but it turns out your medicine may not be helping you.

Scientists Are Trying To Explain The Mystery Behind Why Yawning Seems Contagious

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 16:25:00 +0000

One of the most contagious things in the world is a yawn, but despite how common this phenomenon is, scientists don't have a definitive explanation.

This Giant Prehistoric Lizard Is Pure Nightmare Fuel – And We're Glad It's Extinct

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Tens of thousands of years ago, an enormous lizard roamed ancient Australia, and if it's anything like its descendants, we're glad it's extinct!

The Reason Aluminum Foil Only Has One Shiny Side

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Aluminum foil has both a shiny and dull side; technically, they're different, but generally not in any way that means they have differing uses.

The 'Brown Note' Poop Myth, Debunked By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:25:00 +0000

The supposed "brown note" can't actually make you poop, though certain sounds, such as "brown noise" might have some interesting effects on your mind.

Scientists Thought The Sun's Death Would End The World – A New Study Says Otherwise

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Scientists have assumed that the sun would swallow the earth whole near the end of its life, but a closer look at the physics seems to imply otherwise.

The Cancer That's Sometimes 'Invisible' On An MRI

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 16:25:00 +0000

MRIs are powerful tools in the cancer-fighting arsenal, but despite their efficacy, they aren't infallible, and some cancers slip through the cracks.

'I Have Never Seen Any Other Animal Like It': 'Mutant' Raccoon Goes Viral After Stalking Seattle

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 14:25:00 +0000

An endearingly round raccoon has taken social media by storm, with scientists weighing in as to what rare condition might have given him his unique shape.

Why Some Ants Carry Other Dead Ants

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:25:00 +0000

If you stop and watch for a while, the behavior of ants is endlessly fascinating, they even have death rituals, and science can tell us why.