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Pregnancy transforms the body, and some of these changes don't stop after the baby has exited the womb.

Where are all the aliens? Scientists have some … unusual theories.

Women have been giving birth since the beginning of human existence, but sometimes, the ways they do so get a little strange.

During the hottest summer days, science museums can provide a cool break from the steamy temperatures outdoors.

From intentional STD infection to Nazi war crimes, science isn't always so ethical.

Locales with record-breaking cold.

A deer with two heads found near the Mississippi River and a mountain lion with teeth and hair growing from its forehead are just two such oddball cases in the animal kingdom.

On the off chance that you find yourself stranded in the wilderness on your next camping trip or hike, don’t panic — there are plenty of things to eat once you’ve run out of trail mix.

Fizz…Bang!... OUCH

From bat bombs to chicken-heated nukes, here are some of the most outlandish military weapons ever conceived.

Most allergies involve a runny nose and watery eyes, but black spots on your skin and a bright red butt can also be signs of an allergic reaction.

Popular "Tomb Raider" Lara Croft can't hold a candle to these groundbreaking women in archaeology.

Umbrellas and galoshes will shield you from the rain, snow and hail — but what about the showers of spiders, satellites, and raw mystery meat?

As if bug bites weren't already the worst.

From the notion of hairy black holes to Hawking radiation, the late Stephen Hawking revolutionized our understanding of black holes.

From its ancient origins to the unanswered questions, here are some surprising facts about pi.

Here are nine recent studies that are changing the way we think about how to prevent dementia.

In collaboration with the IUCN, sportswear brand Lacoste is temporarily booting its iconic crocodile embroidery from the chest of a limited number of its polos in favor of 10 endangered species.

This dollhouse-like version of North Korean girls appears in contrast to the nation's isolated, sharp and militant reputation.