Latest about Life's Little Mysteries
Are alpha males real?
The term "alpha male" was coined in 1970 to describe wolves. But what does science think about the term now?
Are there any countries with no mosquitoes?
One country's unique climate keeps it a mosquito-free zone, but global warming may change that.
Which animal has the best hearing?
Ranking who has the best ears in the animal kingdom is a tough task, but some animals push the limits of hearing far beyond what humans can imagine.
What's the difference between a turtle and a tortoise?
Turtles and tortoises are both reptiles with shells, so what exactly are their differences?
Why can't we walk through walls if atoms are mostly empty space?
Most of an atom is empty space, so why does some matter feel solid? Two physics principles explain why.
What is the world's slowest animal?
What does survival look like for animals who live in the slow lane?
Why do caffeine withdrawal headaches hurt so much?
It's still largely a mystery why caffeine withdrawal causes headaches, but researchers have a few ideas.
How many moons are in the solar system?
The solar system has many more moons than the one we can see in the sky. But how many do we actually know about? And how many more are waiting to be discovered?
