Insect Weather Prediction
Insects may be able to “predict” the weather by changing their behavior when they sense changes in …
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Measles Resurgence
Measles cases in the U.S. are on track to be the worst since 1996.
Germy Fabrics
Objects like blankets and stuffed animals can theoretically spread illnesses, but it's not a big …
Non-Terror Bird
Giant flightless birds with enormous beaks once roamed the earth. Did they feast upon flesh, or …
Insect Gears
Some insects' legs have gears that look and function like the classic man-made invention.
Whale Tanning
Whales tan and suffer sunburn-like skin damage, which could indicate changes in UV radiation over …
Gut Bacteria Transfer
Gut microbes may be crucial to maintaining a healthy weight. The latest evidence comes from a study …
Birds Fight Global Warming
The highly efficient lungs of birds are inspiring climate-friendly carbon-capturing filters.
Ugly Animal Preservation Society
The Ugly Animal Preservation Society uses humor to raise awareness about nature's less attractive …
Baby Tooth Cavities
Baby teeth fall out eventually. But that doesn't mean cavities in baby teeth should be ignored.
Iron Beads from Space
Ancient Egyptians fashioned beads out of iron from meteorites.
Cooking Sprays
How can companies claim that cooking sprays are “fat-free” if the first ingredient is oil?