Who invented the toilet? By Joanna Thompson published 28 January 23 Did Thomas Crapper actually create your commode?
Sea spiders can regrow their anuses, scientists discover By Harry Baker published 27 January 23 In a new study, some juvenile sea spiders were able to regrow amputated body parts, which was previously assumed to be impossible in these marine arthropods.
What are the effects of global warming? By Alina Bradford, Stephanie Pappas last updated 27 January 23 Reference The effects of global warming will be far-reaching and often devastating, scientists have warned.
Flying saucers to mind control: 24 declassified military & CIA secrets By Denise Chow, Elizabeth Peterson published 27 January 23 From programs to build supersonic flying saucers to atomic bombs, here are the most fascinating declassified military and CIA secrets.
Are flat-earthers being serious? By Stephanie Pappas last updated 27 January 23 Flat-earthers believe one of the most curious conspiracy theories on the internet. Here's a look at what they believe and why.
Rise and fall of the Teutonic Knights in All About History 126 By Jonathan Gordon published 27 January 23 Inside All About History 126: Discover why the Teutonic Knights brought their holy war back to Europe and how they became a major medieval power.
What are the effects of global warming? By Alina Bradford, Stephanie Pappas last updated 27 January 23 Reference The effects of global warming will be far-reaching and often devastating, scientists have warned.
The 20 largest recorded earthquakes in history By Tia Ghose published 27 January 23 A handful of regions around the world regularly unleash terrifyingly large earthquakes. Here are the 20 largest earthquakes on record.
Asteroid set to make 'extraordinarily close' approach to Earth tonight. Here's how to watch. By Stephanie Pappas published 26 January 23 Asteroid 2023 BU will be closest to Earth on Thursday (Jan. 26) at 7:27 p.m. EST (2127 GMT).
Real-life 'Terminator 2' robot can melt to escape jail, then solidify on command By Ben Turner published 25 January 23 The robot uses magnetic induction to heat itself up and transform into a liquid
Who invented the toilet? By Joanna Thompson published 28 January 23 Did Thomas Crapper actually create your commode?
Rise and fall of the Teutonic Knights in All About History 126 By Jonathan Gordon published 27 January 23 Inside All About History 126: Discover why the Teutonic Knights brought their holy war back to Europe and how they became a major medieval power.
10 body parts that are useless in humans (or maybe not) By Nicoletta Lanese published 27 January 23 There's some debate around which human body parts are useless and which aren't.
Brain cells gone haywire during sleep may lead to chronic pain, mouse study suggests By Nicoletta Lanese published 26 January 23 A mouse study hints at why chronic pain and poor sleep are linked.
Insomnia: Causes, symptoms and treatment By Rachael Rettner last updated 26 January 23 Insomnia is a sleep disorder that makes it difficult to fall or stay asleep.
15 strange desert animals By Stephanie Pappas published 27 January 23 Deserts are full of oddball animals. Here are 15 of the strangest.
Threatened shark meat is being served as fish and chips in Australia By Jennifer Nalewicki published 27 January 23 Fish and chip shops across Australia are using threatened shark meat in their food.
52 million years ago, strange primates lived in complete darkness in the Arctic By Cameron Duke published 25 January 23 During the Eocene, the Arctic was a warm, swampy place that these primates called home.
Does evolution ever go backward? By Michael Dhar published 15 January 23 In regressive evolution, organisms lose complex features and can appear to evolve "in reverse." But evolution doesn't retrace its steps, experts said.
How many times can you fold a piece of paper in half? By Charles Q. Choi published 7 January 23 It's easy to fold a piece of paper in half once, twice or even three or four times. But what's the highest number of times one piece of paper can be folded in half?
How long does it take for a body to decompose? By David Volk published 2 January 23 Once a person is dead, their body usually starts to decay immediately, although a good embalming job can delay decay.
Are flat-earthers being serious? By Stephanie Pappas last updated 27 January 23 Flat-earthers believe one of the most curious conspiracy theories on the internet. Here's a look at what they believe and why.
What does love do to your brain? By Michele Meyer published 26 December 22 Love stimulates the release of hormones such as oxytocin in certain brain regions.
What is Occam's razor? By Joshua A. Krisch published 19 December 22 Is the simplest explanation always the best one, as Occam's razor states?
Nikon Monarch HG 10x42 binocular review By Jason Parnell-Brookes published 25 January 23 Review With their flawless design, the Nikon Monarch HG 10x42 binoculars are built to last and have fantastic optical clarity to match
Nikon Prostaff P3 8x42 binocular review By Jason Parnell-Brookes published 25 January 23 Review The Nikon Prostaff P3 8x42 binoculars are beginner-friendly, entry-level binoculars with sharp optics at an affordable price
Beginners guide to wildlife photography By Kimberley Lane published 24 January 23 Master the basics with this beginners guide to wildlife photography. Find the best cameras, learn how to find your subjects, and handle changes in lighting.