NASA's 'Lost Asteroid' Didn't Hit Earth In 2024 - But What If It Did?
NASA lost track of an asteroid back in 2007, and in 2024, that same asteroid could have hit Earth. It passed by harmlessly, but what if it hadn't?
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Science Fiction Vs. Science Fact: The Potential Of Starfield's Helium-3 As A Resource
Bethesda's "Starfield" paints a picture of space that's heavy on mining – and which might be surprisingly accurate, at least where energy sources are involved.
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Not Earth, Not Venus: This Planet Has The Biggest Volcano In The Solar System
Volcanoes are one of the most impressive geological features around, but the biggest of them all isn't here on Earth, but it's not too far away.
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What The Blue Origin Rocket Explosion Could Mean For NASA's Moon Base Plans
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket erupted in a massive explosion, but will the damage it wrought on the launchpad impact our return to the moon?
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Biology (21)
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This Common Beverage Is Quietly Improving Your Bone Health (And It's Not Milk)
Milk is usually considered the gold standard when it comes to beverages for bone health, but it may have some competition from this common beverage.
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The 'Doorway Effect' Phenomenon Can Explain Why You Walk Into A Room And Immediately Forget Why
Walking into a room and forgetting why you've done so is a rather common experience, and there's a surprising amount of psychology to explain why that happens.
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Scientists Are Baffled By A Rare Disorder That Makes The World Look Cartoonish
There are many unique disorders out there, some even affect your perception of reality, but one rare disorder has scientists scratching their heads.
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The Surprising Way Egg Yolks Can Support Eye Health
Egg yolks have gotten a bad rap for a long time, but they're actually high in nutrients that can keep your eyes healthy and safe from these conditions.
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The Baby Boomer Habits Linked To Poor Cognitive Health
Baby boomers have been exhibiting a number of concerning cognitive issues, and that likely stems from large trends started in the mid-20th century.
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The 'Popcorn Brain' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science
The constant state of distraction is also known as "popcorn brain," and it's becoming more prevalent nowadays. That's no coincidence, and science explains why.
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Long-Term Side Effects Of Aleve That Aren't Widely Discussed
Aleve, or naproxen, is a common NSAID used for pain relief, but constant usage can cause some nasty side effects in various parts of the body.
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Mystery Or Myth: Are People Really Left-Brained Or Right-Brained?
People are thought to be left- or right-brained, depending on their personality. While that assumption is based on some history, the reality is more complex.
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The 'Second Wind' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science
You might have noticed that you experience a sudden burst of energy late in the day — a convenient rush that also happens to be perfectly natural.
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Screen Time Is Doing A Lot More To Gen Alpha's Brains Than Scientists Expected
Screens have changed our world, but they're inherently changing us, too. Nowhere is that clearer than in the psychology of the younger generations.
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Long-Term Side Effects Of Adderall That Aren't Widely Discussed
Adderall is known as a medication for ADHD, but some studies have shown that it can have various long-term effects on your mental and physical well-being.
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Your Body Odor Reveals More About Your Health Than You Realize
Body odor is a normal thing, but it's also a surprising indicator of your well-being, whether short-term stress or serious, long-term health conditions.
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Long Term Side Effects Of Blue Light That Aren't Widely Discussed
With the overwhelming prevalence of screens, blue light is everywhere, all the time. Unfortunately, that's not a good thing, directly affecting the body.
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Gross Things That Happen If You Don't Poop For A Week
Pooping is pretty gross, but it turns out not pooping is actually even more gross, as denying your body's natural processes can cause quite a few problems.
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The Difference Between Morning People And Night Owls Is Easily Explained By Science
Some people get up early and some people like to stay up late, and there can be a biological difference between the two which science can explain.
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The Long-Term Prozac Side Effects Many People Don't Expect
Prozac is a commonly used SSRI often used to treat depression and other mental health conditions, but it does come with potential side effects in the long term.
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Long-Term Side Effects Of Gabapentin That Aren't Widely Discussed
Gabapentin, or Neurontin, is a widely prescribed drug used for its effects on the nervous system, though it can possibly cause some rare side effects.
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Scientists Think This Enzyme Could Dramatically Enhance Ozempic's Results
Ozempic is famous for its uses in weight loss, but it's not perfect by any means. In fact, it can be slightly altered and made even more effective.
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Science Explains The Rare Urine Disease That Turns Your Pee To 'Syrup'
Your urine can tell you a lot about your health, but if your pee smells like maple syrup, you might want to get that checked out with your doctor.
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Science Explains Why Ozempic Can Make You Constipated
Ozempic has become among the best known of GLP-1s, but it does come with some strange side effects, including constipation. Here's the reason why.
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The 'Caffeine Nap' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science
Coffee and naps are great ways to get back some energy, and combining them gives you a "caffeine nap." Here's the science behind how they work.
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Chemistry (1)
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The Hidden Danger Lurking Inside Popular NeeDoh Toys
Squishy NeeDoh products are much loved toys, but they come with a hidden danger. Exposing the toys to the wrong conditions can even land you in the hospital.
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'It's A Ticking Time Bomb': The Science Behind South Dakota's Proposed Uranium Mines (And Possible Pollution)
Uranium is an vital part of nuclear power, but extracting it often comes at a high cost to the environment, which may be the case in South Dakota.
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A Study Revealed This Apex Predator Can Swim Much Further Than Scientists Expected
For years it was believed that the ocean's top apex predator wasn't keen on traveling long distances, but recent research reveals the truth.
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Scientists Found Something Unexpected Hidden Inside Squirrel Poop In Canada
Squirrel poop might not seem all that interesting, but to scientists, it can actually be an invaluable snapshot of another time and world from long ago.
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The Fastest Bird In The World Is One Of The Apex Predators Of The Sky
Our skies are filled with awesome predatory birds, from the enormous harpy eagle to the silent owls, but one raptor is faster than all of them.
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What It Means When An Egg Has Double Yolks
If you regularly include eggs as part of your diet, you may have come across an egg with two yolks in it at some point, so how does this happen?
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Scientists' Crucial Ocean Equipment Is Getting Dismantled, Threatening Climate Research
For the past decade a vital array of oceanic sensors have been monitoring global climate data, but the government is currently dismantling them.
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Why Death By A Cigarette Snail Is One Of The Worst Ways To Die
The natural world is replete with gruesome ways for us to die, but among the many, death by cigarette snail surely sits near the top of the list.
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Offshore Oil Drilling Is Doing A Lot More To The Ocean Than Just Polluting The Water
Oil drilling is already controversial for the pollution it causes, but it's also an intrusive activity for other reasons, hugely affecting local marine life.
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The Difference Between Blue And Brown Eggs Can Easily Be Explained By Science
While brown and white eggs are pretty common, blue ones seem quite novel. Natural pigments are to blame for the difference, but there may be more at play.
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That Stringy, White Goo On Egg Yolks Is Easily Explained By Science
Eggs are a common part of many breakfasts, but sometimes there's a gooey white bit stuck to the yolk. What is that anyway? Science has the answer.
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The Difference Between Red And White Potatoes Is Easily Explained By Science
Potatoes come in all shapes and sizes, and also a variety of colors. But what's the story behind all those varied colors? Science has the answer.
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The Difference Between White And Dark Meat Chicken Is Easily Explained By Science
Different colored chicken meats are often thought to be associated with varying nutritional benefits, but that's not actually the only difference.
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A Bed Bug's Feeding Habits Are Pure Nightmare Fuel
It's popularly said that bed bugs bite, but the feeding that they do in the process isn't exactly pleasant. Nor are their overall eating habits.
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The Largest Seed In The World Looks Just Like A Human Butt
Plants are capable of some incredible diversity, but one island plant has settled on making a seed that's just as suggestive as it is large.
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The Difference Between Thick And Thin Eggshells Is Easily Explained By Science
Just as eggs can come in many colors, their shells can be varying thicknesses, and the reason for this difference has a very simple explanation.
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The One Problem With Air Travel Scientists Still Can't Figure Out
Air travel is a question of physics, but aerodynamic processes can still get messy. In fact, this very common problem is surprisingly hard to fully understand.
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The Kids Who Built Nuclear Reactors At Home
Nuclear science isn't an easy thing, particularly building a working reactor, but there are a small handful of adolescents who have pulled it off.
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The Creepy, Unsettling Nature Of Liminal Spaces Is Easily Explained By Science
There are places and times that feel unsettlingly between one moment and the next, these liminal spaces can be off-putting and science can explain why.
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Not Diet, Not Exercise: Scientists Say This Activity Boosts Long-Term Mental Health
There are a number of ways to keep up your mental health, but just a bit of reflection makes this particular activity among the most helpful.
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The Difference Between Hantavirus And COVID-19 Can Easily Be Explained By Science
The Hantavirus outbreak has brought with it eerie reminders of the COVID-19 pandemic. Fortunately, the two are very different in many notable ways.
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Scientists Have Discovered A New Therapy For Depression That Can Rewire Your Brain
Thoughts are incredibly powerful things, and they could actually be at the core of a new way to help treat depression, though it's not quite a perfect solution.
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