It's almost certain that El Niño is coming later this year, and we don't know how strong it will be, but some scientists think it will be historic.
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As adorable as dogs are, sometimes they are downright disgusting, especially when they snack on their own poop, but science has an explanation.
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Mosquito bites are often tied to dangerous diseases, including this particular illness, which doesn't even have any specific cure to fight it.
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Dust is ubiquitous and inescapable, but you might want to clean it up more often, because you probably don't know what's in it and what it's doing.
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The ancient past is remembered mostly for its diversity of dinosaurs, but before dinosaurs, insects ruled the world and they were terrifying.
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Thanks to the sand and sun, people love going to the beach, but unless you take the proper precautions, you could be putting yourself in serious risk.
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A poopy appearance sounds unappealing, but this spider actually takes advantage of that fact, giving itself the edge of its predators and its prey.
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It's clear that offshore windfarms are good at reducing greenhouse gases, but their effect on the sea life beneath them might not be what you expect.
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Beaches are synonymous with sun and surf. But they can also be dangerous, with wildlife, plants, and ocean currents meaning that not all beaches are made equal.
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Brown eggs are widely thought to be more healthy than their white counterparts, but eggshell color is more closely tied to factors aside from nutritional value.
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The ocean is a scary place and few of its denizens are more frightening than the great white shark, but there are some things even sharks fear.
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You may not know it, but bed bugs are on the winning side of a 20-year counteroffensive, but we might finally have a tool to beat them for good.
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The fish living in the deepest parts of Lake Superior are changing in strange ways, turning inexplicably gaunt, and scientists are concerned as to why.
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Shark attacks don't happen on a schedule, and scientists don't know exactly how to predict them. But this phenomenon might bring more sharks to a given area.
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Human DNA isn't actually entirely human. Strangely, a lot of our genetic material came from unwanted guests hitching rides in our ancestors' cells.
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The idea of frogs raining from the sky might sound ridiculous, but historical sources have discussed it as the result of some spectacular weather conditions.
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The ocean is filled with dangers, with jellyfish stings being a common threats. But not all stings are made equal, and should be dealt with accordingly.
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Shark skin is specially designed for a life lived on the move. Its surprisingly spiny texture has even given designers ideas to better make sportswear.
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We've all seen the occasional mushroom bloom in our yard or the park, but they aren't plants, so how exactly to these fun guys grow and get around?
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The Earth has been through a lot in its billions of years of existence, but few periods are quite as extreme or alien as the Carboniferous period.
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Even though you might have a phobia of snakes, they are a completely natural part of the ecosystem, so don't freak out if you find one in your yard.
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Head lice are a familiar problem, but sea lice might not be; they aren't even the kind of lice you likely expect. And here's how you can deal with them.
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Finding bugs in your house can be disturbing, but if it's too small to clearly discern and it's in the kitchen, it might not be a bedbug or a tick.
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If you're not a fan of bananas, this fruit can provide you with all the potassium you need — a fortunate thing, given all the health benefits of potassium.
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Death by the 'flesh-eating disease' is exceedingly rare, but even if the condition doesn't kill, it's still absolutely devastating to the body.
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Bananas are popularly known for being high in potassium, but this vegetable can offer even more potassium and health benefits in one small pacakge.
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Most people love the ocean, but few of us are eager to be a shark snack, thus shark repellent, but how well do these devices actually work?
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