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Scientists Think We Can Hide Earth From Aliens. Here's How

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:25:00 +0000

It's a big universe out there and if we have any neighbors, it might be better if they left us alone, and one pair of scientists has a plan for that.

The Bizarre Condition That Explains Why Too Much Meat Could Kill You

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Protein is an important part of any diet, but you can have too much of a good thing, especially if your diet heavily favors meat and overlooks other nutrients.

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.

The 'Flesh-Eating Disease' That Could Be One Of The Most Disturbing Ways To Die

staff@sciencing.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Death by the 'flesh-eating disease' is exceedingly rare, but even if the condition doesn't kill, it's still absolutely devastating to the body.

This Popular Vegetable Has More Potassium Than A Banana

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Bananas are popularly known for being high in potassium, but this vegetable can offer even more potassium and health benefits in one small pacakge.

The 'Ozempic Hair Loss' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Ozempic and other weight loss drugs are causing some people to experience hair loss along with weight loss, and science has an explanation for it.

The Fruit That's More Hydrating Than Watermelon

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Watermelon is a popular summer-time snack thanks to its high water content, but there's another overlooked fruit that actually has watermelon beat.

Your Relationship 'Icks' Are Easily Explained By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

We might not be able to put it into words, but 'the ick' is something that we've all felt, and science has some insight into this social phenomenon.

Scientists Say Neanderthals Might Not Have Had This Advantage Over Humans After All

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:25:00 +0000

It's long been believed that Neanderthals had advantages over modern humans when it comes to living in certain environments, but we could be wrong.

Does Shark Repellent Actually Work? Here's What Science Says

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Most people love the ocean, but few of us are eager to be a shark snack, thus shark repellent, but how well do these devices actually work?

Hawaii Eradicated Rats. What Happened Next Broke Records

staff@sciencing.com (Pauli Poisuo) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Most people aren't fond of rats, but a Hawaiian project took that to new levels. And without those invasive rats, nature began healing at unprecedented levels.

Unbanned: These Peptides Could Be Greenlit By The FDA Soon

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Synthetic peptides are a hot medical trend, but how safe are they? Proper trials are still scarce, yet there are many arguments to greenlight them regardless.

The 'Old-School' Baby Boomer Habit That's Actually Backed By Science

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Today's generations are quick to criticize the quirks of the baby boomers, but on some topics, they are absolutely on the right side of history.

The Real Difference Between Topsoil And Potting Soil, According To Science

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

When it comes to gardening, the term 'soil' gets tossed around liberally, but there's actually a big difference between topsoil and potting soil.

The Personality Trait That Increases Your Risk Of An Early Death

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Your personality dictates how you interact with others and the world around you, so it shouldn't be surprising that some traits can be deadly.

The Popular Summer Fruit That Has More Potassium Than A Banana

staff@sciencing.com (Elaine Todd) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Potassium is one of the body's most vital micronutrients, but if you aren't craving bananas, there's another delicious fruit that can meet your needs.

The Unexpected Baby Boomer Habit That's Helping Save Planet Earth

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Baby boomers are rather concerned for the environment, with many taking part in green habits. However, environmentalism isn't quite that easy.

Why Death By Boa Constrictor Might Be One Of The Most Painful Ways To Die

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Venomous snakes have some pretty nasty ways to kill, but boa constrictors are different. They strangle their prey, but they also do much worse than that.

What Donald Trump's Diet Could Be Doing To His Body

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

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.

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.