10 sci-fi concepts that are possible (in theory) By Andrew May, Paul Sutter last updated 30 January 23 Some of the most common and unlikely sci-fi tropes could one day be science fact.
Some carnivorous plants evolved to eat poop instead of bugs. And they're better off for it. By Harry Baker published 30 January 23 Former bug-eating plants, which evolved to feed on animal droppings instead, have a more nutritious diet than their carnivorous cousins, a new study finds.
Vast subterranean aqueduct in Naples once 'served elite Roman villas' By Kristina Killgrove published 30 January 23 Once played in by local children, a vast tunnel that goes through a hill in Naples, Italy, is actually a Roman aqueduct, archaeologists say.
Cottonmouth snakes: Facts about water moccasins By Jessie Szalay, Patrick Pester last updated 30 January 23 Discover where cottonmouth snakes live, how to identify them, and whether they are venomous and aggressive.
Deductive reasoning vs. inductive reasoning By Alina Bradford, Mindy Weisberger last updated 30 January 23 Here's a look at the differences between deductive reasoning and inductive reasoning, with examples of each type of scientific reasoning.
Best VR fitness apps and games 2023 By Henry Stockdale last updated 30 January 23 Whether you’re dancing away in Beat Saber or livening up your exercise bike, these are the best VR fitness apps and games you can currently find.
Some carnivorous plants evolved to eat poop instead of bugs. And they're better off for it. By Harry Baker published 30 January 23 Former bug-eating plants, which evolved to feed on animal droppings instead, have a more nutritious diet than their carnivorous cousins, a new study finds.
What is a squall? By Donavyn Coffey published 30 January 23 There are different types of squalls, including a sudden windy cold front and a short-term burst of heavy snow and wind.
10 sci-fi concepts that are possible (in theory) By Andrew May, Paul Sutter last updated 30 January 23 Some of the most common and unlikely sci-fi tropes could one day be science fact.
NASA spies Martian rocks that look just like a teddy bear By Brandon Specktor published 26 January 23 A broken hill, an ancient crater and the human tendency to find faces everywhere may explain the teddy bear on Mars.
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.
Ancient Roman residences with 'pigeon towers' discovered in Luxor, Egypt By Owen Jarus published 27 January 23 Roman residences located near workshops and pigeon towers have been discovered in Luxor, Egypt.
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.
Cottonmouth snakes: Facts about water moccasins By Jessie Szalay, Patrick Pester last updated 30 January 23 Discover where cottonmouth snakes live, how to identify them, and whether they are venomous and aggressive.
Do elephants really 'never forget'? By Joshua A. Krisch published 29 January 23 Elephants are known for their extraordinary memories, but is it true that they never forget?
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.
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.
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?
Deductive reasoning vs. inductive reasoning By Alina Bradford, Mindy Weisberger last updated 30 January 23 Here's a look at the differences between deductive reasoning and inductive reasoning, with examples of each type of scientific reasoning.
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.
Best VR fitness apps and games 2023 By Henry Stockdale last updated 30 January 23 Whether you’re dancing away in Beat Saber or livening up your exercise bike, these are the best VR fitness apps and games you can currently find.
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
