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How many planets are in the universe?
By Briley Lewis last updated
We currently know of more than 5,800 planets beyond the solar system, but we've only found the tiniest fraction of the exoplanets that astronomers think lie elsewhere in the universe.

How are scientists making running shoes more sustainable, while still maintaining performance?
By Lou Mudge published
References Can running shoes ever be sustainable?

Jupiter: Facts about the biggest planet in our solar system
By Adam Mann last updated
Discover interesting facts about Jupiter, its many moons, and whether the gas giant and its moons could host extraterrestrial life

Best exercise machines for weight loss 2025
By Ruth Gaukrodger last updated
BUYING GUIDE Our favorite cardio machines, from the iconic Peloton bike to the meaty NordicTrack X22i treadmill.

Saturn: Facts about the ringed planet
By Adam Mann published
Discover interesting facts about Saturn, its rings and whether it could contain extraterrestrial life.

Earth Day: When is it and why do we celebrate it?
By Patrick Pester last updated
Earth Day is an annual global event on April 22 that celebrates Earth and raises public awareness about the environment.

Antarctica: Facts about the southernmost continent
By Nola Taylor Redd last updated
Antarctica is the coldest, windiest, and driest continent. Because so little moisture falls as rain or snow, Antarctica is classified as a desert.

Primates: Facts about the group that includes humans, apes, monkeys and other close relatives
By Jess Thomson published
Discover interesting facts about the origins of primates, what they eat, and if they have thumbs.
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