Why Are There 9 Supreme Court Justices? By Live Science Staff published 7 July 18 The ninth justice may be the swing vote in future court cases.
Obama's Ears Inspired the Name of this 550-Million-Year-Old Critter By Laura Geggel published 21 June 18 The ears of former U.S. President Barack Obama are so distinct, they inspired the scientific name of a newly identified 550-million-year-old critter: Obamus coronatus.
US Spy Agencies Want to Store Data on DNA Computers By Rafi Letzter published 13 June 18 DNA and other stringy molecules could store data much more efficiently than hard drives in modern computers.
Why Some People Just Can't Have a Boss: Study Reveals Brain Differences By Bahar Gholipour published 14 May 18 A curious brain connection may explain why some people are more control-averse than others.
Do You Want to Believe? Government UFO Search Never Stopped By Mindy Weisberger published 18 December 17 The U.S. government has been secretly investigating UFOs since 2007.
US Government Shuts Down Flat-Earther's Rocket Launch By Rafi Letzter published 27 November 17 "Mad" Mike is grounded.
Time to Celebrate: Ancient Sundial Made to Honor Roman Politician By Laura Geggel published 9 November 17
Americans' Well-Being Declines for 1st Time Since 2014 By Dan Robitzski published 9 November 17 After three years of improvement, the well-being of Americans ticked downward in 2017, according to a new poll, though some demographics were spared.
Happy Mole Day! Mayors Celebrate Scientific Date with Research Push By Laura Geggel published 23 October 17
Rep. Scalise's Injuries: Why a Bullet in the Hip Can Be So Damaging By Rachael Rettner published 16 June 17 Congressman Steve Scalise is still in critical condition. How does a bullet to the hip lead to life-threatening injuries?
A Politician's Name & Face: Why a Good Match May Win Votes By Cari Nierenberg published 14 June 17 We associate people's first names with certain stereotypes, a new study suggests.
Tens of Thousands Protest 'Alternative Facts' at March for Science By Jeanna Bryner published 22 April 17 Scientists and science enthusiasts (along with their curious kids) turned out in droves to make their voices heard.
2017 March for Science: What You Need to Know By Mindy Weisberger published 7 April 17 Are you marching for science on Earth Day, April 22? Use this guide to get ready.
The Weird Ways Your Politics Affects Your Morals By Randy Stein published 8 March 17 Our morals compel us toward helping our team win. This can turn even otherwise innocuous decisions into "us vs. them."
100 Years of Women in Politics: How They've Served By Laura Geggel published 4 March 17 One hundred years ago today, on March 4, 1917, Rep. Jeannette Rankin, R-Mt., became the first woman to serve in the U.S. Congress.
Red vs. Blue: Why Necktie Colors Matter By Robert Roy Britt published 1 March 17 In power politics and business, there are only two colors of ties: red and blue.
Scientists Plan Washington March in Response to Trump By Laura Geggel published 2 February 17 What began as a political conversation on Reddit is turning into a national movement: Scientists are planning to march on Washington to express their support for rigorous scientific research.
Why 'Dumpster Fire' Was 2016 Word of the Year By Greg Uyeno published 24 January 17 Language mavens with the American Dialect Society have selected their 2016 Word of the Year: "dumpster fire."
Evolution, Climate and Vaccines: Why Americans Deny Science By Stephanie Pappas published 21 January 17 Americans like science. So why do they reject scientific conclusions?
Trump's Inauguration: Why God Plays a Role in the Swearing In By Heather Whipps published 19 January 17 Donald Trump will place his hand on the Bible and swear an oath to serve the United States. Here's how religion made its way into the ceremony ... and the government.
