What Neil deGrasse Tyson Really Thinks About The Moon Landing Being 'Fake'
We've all got that one friend that buys into conspiracy theories, but Neil deGrasse Tyson isn't one of them and he has thoughts on the moon landing.
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The Terrifying Reasons Death On Venus Would Be Fast But Excruciating
There are endless ways to die down here on Earth, but if you did your dying up on Venus, your experience of death would be uniquely horrific.
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This Is The Closest NASA Has Ever Come To Discovering Life On Mars
The question of whether there is or was life on Mars has been around for a long time, but NASA's Perseverance rover might have actually found some answers.
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Here's How Bill Nye Really Feels About Humans Moving To Mars
It's not uncommon to hear science romantics gush about a future in which we establish a colony on Mars, but not everyone thinks this is a good idea.
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Biology (14)
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This 'Useless' Body Part Has A Potential Health Benefit That Can't Be Overlooked
Humans have been around for a while, and if you look inside our bodies, you'll find all sorts of odd bits and bobs that don't seem to do anything.
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The 10 Rarest Body Features You Might Have
Everyone's body is unique, but some might have even more unique bodies than most. In fact, only a tiny percentage of the population has some of these traits.
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This Common Diabetes Drug Could Hold The Key To Slower Aging
A drug usually prescribed for diabetes has been hailed as something akin to a miracle drug, but until now, scientists haven't been entirely sure how it worked.
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Scientists Fed Cows Sunflower Seeds And Made A Fascinating Discovery
The only way to get flavored milk is by mixing it with something, right? Actually, with the right diet, you can get it straight from the cow.
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The Science Behind The American Heart Association's New Blood Pressure Guidelines
In recent years, the AHA has made the connection between heart and other systems of the body, and it's just updated its recommendations to reflect that.
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The Fascinating Way Scientists Created Glowing Succulent Plants
Plants thrive in the sunlight and use it to fuel their biological processes, but scientists have now made plants that make their own light instead.
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The Body Starts Aging Faster When You Reach This Age
Aging is an inevitable part of life that none of us can escape, but there is a point at which your body starts to age noticeably faster than before.
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The Unique Eye Trait Only 50% Of People Have
Do you ever just unfocus your vision and nope out of life for a while? If so, you're in the half of the population that can pull off this trick.
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How Long Does It Take For The Body To Absorb Water?
Most of us have probably heard that we need 8 ounces of water per day, but how long does it take our body to absorb that water when we drink it?
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Science Easily Explains Why Working From Home Makes Us Happier
Few people like working in an office environment, and it turns out it's not just in your head, working in an office can literally be bad for you.
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How Long Does It Take For A Body To Get Cold After Death?
The human body burns at a steady 98 degrees Fahrenheit, but once that flame is extinguished, how long does it take for our heat to dissipate?
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The World's Most Indestructible Bacteria Can Survive Conditions That Would Kill A Human
We're all taught to wash our hands regularly in order to kill bacteria and germs, but there's one bacterium that isn't afraid of a little hand soap.
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The Painful Reason Mars Would Be One Of The Worst Planets To Die On
Humans have been talking about living on Mars for a long time, but Mars would probably kill you pretty quickly, but just how bad would it be?
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If You Have This Blood Type, You Could Be At Greater Risk For Stomach Cancer
Most people only worry about their blood type before a surgery or giving blood to the Red Cross, but it could help you predict your risk for cancer.
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Chemistry (2)
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One Of The Best Ways To Store Bananas Will Keep Them Fresher For Longer
Bruised bananas are good for breads and baking, but not so good for a quick snack; thankfully there's a clever trick to slow down the brown.
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Potassium Nitrate Reaction Experiments
Potassium nitrate is an ionic salt that's rather versatile in the lab, able to be used in a number of different reactions. Here are a few of them
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Geology (1)
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We Finally Know Why Some Rivers Split
Have you ever wondered why a river splits? Scientists have, and until very recently they haven't had any idea about how this phenomenon happens.
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Math (1)
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The 'Law Of Averages' In Gambling Doesn't Mean What You Think It Does
Many gamblers rely on the law of averages to convince themselves to play another hand, but they have a fundamental misunderstanding of statistics.
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Nature (16)
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The Tiny Yet Deadly Invasive Species That's Destroying Our National Parks
Up and down the East Coast of the U.S., hemlock trees are succumbing to a pernicious and invasive insect that's smaller than a crumb of food.
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The Scientific Phenomenon That Can Prevent Hurricanes During Peak Season
Hurricane season in 2025 has been surprisingly mild, and that, in part, is due to this strange phenomenon involving dust and the Sahara Desert.
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This Catfish Species Was Caught Climbing A Waterfall
Usually, you imagine fish swimming near waterfalls, but when catfish were found climbing one, scientists had to reconsider how much they know about the species.
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The Strangest Things You'll Ever See A Squirrel Do
Depending on who you are, squirrels might be adorable or a nuisance. Regardless, they can be strange, but those weird behaviors all serve unique purposes.
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Scientists Observed Earth's Seasons From Outer Space And Made A Fascinating Discovery
Most people take the seasons for granted, but by using old satellite data, scientists have found that Earth's seasons might not be as dependable as we thought.
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Scientists Reveal How Long We Might Have Before Florida's Coastline Is Underwater
Thanks to anthropogenic climate change, the world's oceans are rising, and it's just a matter of time before Florida's coastlines are underwater.
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This Rare Bird Went Extinct Over 100 Years Ago — Or Did It?
A nocturnal bird in Australia has been so elusive that scientists long thought it was extinct. But the story of this endangered species isn't actually over.
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The Invasive Species That Could Destroy Our Rivers
Invasive species are a big problem, disrupting the delicate balance of local ecosystems, but some are a bigger problem than others, literally.
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What Damages Your Lawn Health? Here Are 11 Potential Culprits
A vibrant, green lawn is something of a must-have for many homeowners, but it's unfortunately easy for that grass to become yellow, patchy, or damaged.
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Florida's Underwater Snorkel Trail Is Also Saving The Ocean's Coral
In the waters off Florida's Hollywood coast, there's an underwater trail that's attracting tourists and restoring ocean coral at the same time.
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The Largest Underwater Creature Ever Found Is An Animal You Might Not Expect
A 2024 underwater expedition came upon a large structure thought to be a shipwreck. In reality, it was a large animal, and a surprising one, at that.
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The World's First Orange Shark Is The Result Of Two Rare Conditions
Sharks are unique creatures, but this orange shark is something truly strange. And it's raised some interesting questions to scientists about the ocean depths.
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How High Does Your Cat Really Get When They Eat Catnip?
Most cat lovers will be intimately familiar with the effects of catnip, but is your cat intoxicated, hallucinating, or is something else going on?
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Rotten Egg Stench Engulfs Massachusetts City. Here's The Bizarre Reason Why
A city in Massachusetts has recently been smelling foul, and it's putting residents off. But the reason for the stench is much bigger than this one town.
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Wildlife Experts Are Releasing Giant, Prehistoric Fish That Can Grow Over 100 Pounds
This giant fish was once incredibly prevalent in nature, but in recent years, its numbers have dropped. Fortunately, experts are trying to bring it back.
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The Triceratops Debate Most People Haven't Heard Of
There's a lot we don't know about dinosaurs, and even the experts disagree on some things, but who knew there was a debate about Triceratops?
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News (2)
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The 'Equinox Effect' Makes This Cosmic Phenomenon Even More Stunning, But Only Twice A Year
The northern lights are one of the most spectacular displays in nature, and they could be especially intense during the nights around the equinox.
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The CDC Has An Unsettling Warning About 'Kissing Bug' Disease
If you live anywhere from Pennsylvania to California, there's a chance you've seen a kissing bug crawling around, hopefully not inside your house.
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Physics (1)
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The Unsettling Truth About What Happens When You Fire A Gun In Space
Bringing a firearm into space probably isn't a great idea, but if you did and you pulled the trigger, the results might not be what you expect.
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Science (3)
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Airplane Oxygen Masks Don't Last As Long As You'd Think
The last thing anyone wants to see is the oxygen masks dropping during the middle of their flight, especially because they don't have much oxygen.
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7 Telling Signs A Couple Really Trusts Each Other, According To Psychology
Romance can be complicated, but there are trends when it comes to healthy relationships. Trust between partners is one of those trends, and it's easy to spot.
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Here's Why Scientists Wear White Lab Coats
When people picture a scientist in their head, they conjure an image of a person in a white lab coat, but why do scientists wear white coats anyway?
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Technology (5)
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Why Do Safety Pins Really Have Those Tiny Holes?
Safety pins are one of those everyday objects that most people don't give any thought to, for instance, what is the purpose of that little hole?
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The Concerning Truth About America's AI Data Centers
The modern AI craze is being built on a foundation of specialized data centers, but given their energy demands, there may be some hidden costs.
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You Never Knew Albert Einstein Invented This Genius Appliance
Albert Einstein's reputation was built around his theories on the nature of the universe, but many don't know that he also dabbled in technology.
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The World's Largest Nuclear Fusion Project Is A Step Closer To Recreating The Sun's Power Here On Earth
We've only known about nuclear fusion for around 100 years; now, one project in France is closer than ever to making fusion power it a reality.
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This Household Appliance Consumes Electricity At An Unexpected Rate
If you're like most households, you're trying to manage your electricity budget, and there's one appliance that's costing you more than might think.
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