Long-Term Side Effects Of Ozempic That Aren't Widely Discussed
GLP-1 drugs have exploded in popularity recently, but lost among the hype around these weight-loss drugs is discussion about long-term side effects.
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Not IQ, Not Memory: Scientists Say This Trait Could Predict Intelligence
Traditional markers of intelligence like IQ have come under fire, and instead, psychologists have looked into links between smarts and other personality traits.
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This Is What Shark Skin Really Feels Like
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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Can Your DNA Predict High Cholesterol? Here's What Science Says
Studies have shown that certain DNA variants have been linked to specific health conditions. But whether they can act as a predictor is more complicated.
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Scientists Simulated The End Of The World And The Results Are Eye-Opening
When you take the long view of things, you know that life on Earth can't persist forever, but a new model revises our timeline for the worse.
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The Shady 1950s Experiment That Tried To Harness The Power Of Mind Control
The Cold War played host to an abundance of strange and twisted experiments, including this controversial attempt to use drugs to weaponize mind control.
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Scientists Say Neanderthals Might Not Have Had This Advantage Over Humans After All
It's long been believed that Neanderthals had advantages over modern humans when it comes to living in certain environments, but we could be wrong.
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Does Shark Repellent Actually Work? Here's What Science Says
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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These Prehistoric "Zombie Viruses" Are Pure Nightmare Fuel
Climate change is presenting many problems for the earth, including the melting permafrost, which was actually hiding this ancient and unsettling threat.
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The Unsettling 'Surge' People Can Experience Right Before Death
Death is a process, and it often includes strange, nearly unexplainable events, some of which can come on very suddenly. Such is the case with this odd "surge."
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The Final Breathing Pattern Doctors Often See Before Death
Death is mysterious and somewhat unexplained, even if scientists been observing trends in dying patients, like this odd breathing pattern, for years.
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How A 1960's Physicist Predicted The World Is Going To End On November 13, 2026
Theories of the impending end of the world are a dime a dozen, but some of those theories take themselves a little bit less seriously than others.
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The Final Heart Rhythm Doctors Often See Before Death
The science of death often seems strange and scary, but there are some trends, including this particular pattern of heartbeats associated with the end of life.
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This Jellyfish Look-Alike That Never Floats Alone
The oceans are full of strange and fascinating sea creatures, but few are as unique as the not-quite-a jellyfish, the Portuguese man-of-war.
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Inside Artemis II: What Living Aboard NASA's Lunar Spacecraft Really Looks Like
The Orion spacecraft is on its way to the moon, and its four astronauts are going to have to make some living adjustments during their 10-day mission.
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The Popular Brain Myth Scientists Want You To Stop Believing
When it comes to the brain and human cognition, there is a persistent myth that never seems to go away, and not a single word of it is true.
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The Familiar Mammals That Emerged During The Age Of The Dinosaurs
Most of us imagine the age of the dinosaurs with huge lizards, but many mammals also roamed Earth back then, including the ancestor of these animals.
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The Shady '50s Government Experiment That Changed The US Forever
Although we count on the government for numerous services, it hasn't always behaved as a reliable partner, especially when you look back to the '50s.
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The Cranberry Juice 'Myth' That Has Science Divided
The urinary tract–cleansing properties of cranberries are widely touted, but you may be surprised to know that the science on this topic is divided.
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The Hair Myth Scientists Want People To Stop Believing
When it comes to hair growth, there are a lot of old wives' tales floating around out there, and for one in particular, it's time to let it go.
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Scientists Drilled Deep Below The Atlantic Ocean And Found Something Incredible
In the 1970s, government scientists drilling off the Atlantic coast found something surprising, but recent work has turned it into something amazing.
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This Dangerous Fungus Can Make You Sick (And It Might Be Spreading To Your Backyard)
When you think of fungal infections, you probably think of itchy feet, but they can be a lot worse than that, and they me be becoming more common.
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What Scientists Really Think About 'Project Hail Mary'
Based on a novel by Andy Weir of 'The Martian' fame, 'Project Hail Mary' is at the top of the movie charts, but how do scientists rate its accuracy?
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The World's Only Shoreless Sea Is Full Of Aquatic Life
This strange sea is the only one without a shoreline, but that doesn't mean it's devoid of life. It provides a uniquely beneficial home to many species.
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Having This Hair Color Matters More Than You Think, According To Scientists
Different hair colors are often associated with specific stereotypes, but this hair color might actually have health implications, both positive and negative.
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Timing Your Coffee Consumption Might Matter More Than You Think
Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world thanks to its ability to wake you up, but when you drink it can make a big difference.
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The Trendy Research On Peptide BPC-157 That Has Scientists Concerned
The latest popular 'medicine' to go viral is the peptide BPC-157 which proponents claim can boost your healing factor, but the science isn't settled.
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