Not A Sphere, Not Flat: The Weirdest Possible Shape For A Planet
Unless you're on the fringes, it's taken for granted that Earth is round, but if you play with the numbers just right, other shapes are possible.
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Why Astronauts Find It Hard To Poop In Space
When it comes to life in outer space, nothing is easy, and that difficulty isn't just based around logistics or isolation, it also applies to pooping.
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Biology (23)
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You Can Absorb More Calcium From These Vegetables Than Milk (But It's Complicated)
Calcium is one of the most important nutrients you can put in your body, but there may be better ways to get in your diet other than drinking milk.
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Science Explains How Your DNA Can Predict High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is often associated with lifestyle habits, but there's a genetic aspect to it, which scientists have been trying to pin down.
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The 'Sleepy' Biden Rumor That's Actually Based In Science
During the 2024 election, Joe Biden was criticized for his low energy levels. Given that he was 78 at the time, there's a good reason for that.
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How AI Has Been Transforming Cancer Research In 2026 So Far
Cancer research has come in many forms over the years, including the use of AI. In 2026 alone, AI has come a long way as a tool for diagnosis and drug design
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The 'Placebo Effect' Is Easily Explained By Science
The placebo effect has been a documented scientific phenomenon for a long time, but scientists finally might have an explanation for how it actually works.
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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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Kim Kardashian's 'Brain Holes' Are Actually Based In Science
In late 2025, it was revealed that Kim Kardashian was diagnosed with so-called "brain holes," which is a colloquial term for a well-known and serious condition.
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What Scientists Know About Death That You Didn't (Until Now)
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.
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The Ozempic 'Rebound Effect' Can Be Explained By Science
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are all the rage for their weight-loss effects, but the tendency to regain lost weight after stopping treatment is real.
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Long-Term Side Effects Of Ozempic That Aren't Widely Discussed
GLP-1 drugs have exploded in popularity recently, but lost among the hype around these weight-loss drugs is discussion about long-term side effects.
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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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Not IQ, Not Memory: Scientists Say This Trait Could Predict Intelligence
Traditional markers of intelligence like IQ have come under fire, and instead, psychologists have looked into links between smarts and other personality traits.
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Not Diet, Not Exercise: Scientists Say This Factor Drives Longevity
It's fair to say that everyone wants to live as long as possible, but one of the best secrets to a long life might not be where you're expecting it.
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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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Science Explains Why Fingernails On A Chalkboard Feel Unbearable
No one likes the sound of fingernails scratching along a chalkboard, and there's a good reason for that, with particularly infamous sounds faring all the worse.
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The Tropical Fruit That's Proven To Reduce Blood Pressure And Glucose
Lowering blood pressure, reducing glucose, and improving heart health are universal goals, but it turns out there's a fruit that may do all of that.
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A Serving Of This Popular Cheese Has More Protein Than An Egg
When it comes to breakfast protein, eggs are the king of the kitchen, but there's one Italian cheese that gives egg protein a run for its money.
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What It Means When Your Poop Is Green, According To Science
Everybody poops, and sometimes that poop is green, but if you want to know why your poop is green, you're in luck, because science has an answser.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Voice Is Easily Explained By Science
If you pay attention to the news, you've likely heard Robert F. Kennedy Jr. speaking and wonder what the story was, well, science has an answer.
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Can Your DNA Predict High Cholesterol? Here's What Science Says
Studies have shown that certain DNA variants have been linked to specific health conditions. But whether they can act as a predictor is more complicated.
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This Surprising Fruit Snack That Could Help You Sleep Better
Sleep is one of the most important things you can do, and believe it or not, there's a sweet, delicious fruit snack that could help you get more.
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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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Chemistry (1)
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The Baby Boomer Buying Habit That's Actually Backed By Science
Priorities have changed over the years, but the environmental issues of the 1970s pushed baby boomers toward developing this green and healthy buying habit.
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Geology (2)
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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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Not Fossils, Not Ice Cores: Scientists Say This Holds Earth's Oldest Secrets
Fossils and ice cores are fine if you want to study the past 2 billion years, but if you want to look at Earth's deep past, you need another tool.
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Nature (16)
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What Dust In Your Home Is Doing To Your Body Right Now
Dust is ubiquitous and inescapable, but you might want to clean it up more often, because you probably don't know what's in it and what it's doing.
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The Prehistoric Insect That's Pure Nightmare Fuel
The ancient past is remembered mostly for its diversity of dinosaurs, but before dinosaurs, insects ruled the world and they were terrifying.
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This Common Beach Mistake Could Put Ocean Swimmers At Risk
Thanks to the sand and sun, people love going to the beach, but unless you take the proper precautions, you could be putting yourself in serious risk.
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This Spider Species Looks Like Bird Poop And The Reason Is Fascinating
A poopy appearance sounds unappealing, but this spider actually takes advantage of that fact, giving itself the edge of its predators and its prey.
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Offshore Wind Farms Are Doing A Lot More To The Ocean Than Scientists Expected
It's clear that offshore windfarms are good at reducing greenhouse gases, but their effect on the sea life beneath them might not be what you expect.
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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 Difference Between Brown And White Eggs Can Easily Be Explained By Science
Brown eggs are widely thought to be more healthy than their white counterparts, but eggshell color is more closely tied to factors aside from nutritional value.
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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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The Game-Changing Spray That Could Finally Beat Bed Bugs
You may not know it, but bed bugs are on the winning side of a 20-year counteroffensive, but we might finally have a tool to beat them for good.
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Scientists Are Puzzled At The 'Zombie Fish' Phenomenon In Lake Superior
The fish living in the deepest parts of Lake Superior are changing in strange ways, turning inexplicably gaunt, and scientists are concerned as to why.
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The Ocean Condition That Makes Shark Encounters More Likely
Shark attacks don't happen on a schedule, and scientists don't know exactly how to predict them. But this phenomenon might bring more sharks to a given area.
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The 'Raining Frog' Phenomenon Is Actually Based In Science
The idea of frogs raining from the sky might sound ridiculous, but historical sources have discussed it as the result of some spectacular weather conditions.
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What To Do If You Get Stung By A Jellyfish At The Beach
The ocean is filled with dangers, with jellyfish stings being a common threats. But not all stings are made equal, and should be dealt with accordingly.
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This Is What Shark Skin Really Feels Like
Shark skin is specially designed for a life lived on the move. Its surprisingly spiny texture has even given designers ideas to better make sportswear.
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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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This Prehistoric Climate Was Pure Nightmare Fuel
The Earth has been through a lot in its billions of years of existence, but few periods are quite as extreme or alien as the Carboniferous period.
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Science Explains Why Train Delays Can Increase In Summer
Taking the train can be a low-cost alternative to flying or driving for your vacation, but train travel in the summer often comes with delays.
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The Bizarre Soviet Experiments That Attempted To Understand Psychic Powers
Psychic abilities land squarely in the realm of pseudoscience, but Soviet researchers took the idea seriously, studying telepathy, telekinesis, and more.
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This Unhealthy Habit Is Quietly Spreading Among Baby Boomers
Baby boomers practice a number of rather healthy and helpful habits, but they've also picked up this common habit that has been linked to unhealthy outcomes.
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Leaving Your Bed Unmade In The Morning Can Say A Lot About Your Personality
While the act of making your bed might seem like an insignificant one, it might actually relate to your personality, beliefs, and struggles in surprising ways.
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