Here's What Happened To The Murder Hornets In Washington State
Starting in late 2019, reports of murder hornets caused a stir, but those reports have since died down. Here's what happened to the murder hornets since then.
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Washington State Has The Deadliest And Most Destructive Volcanic Eruption In US History
When it comes to volcanic eruptions, most people picture smoke, ash, and lava. Not all eruptions are quite so destructive, but this was certainly was.
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How High Relative Humidity Impacts Your Body (& Why It Feels More Miserable Than Dry Heat)
It's never a surprise to hear someone complaining about humidity, but is there a reason it's so much worse than dry heat? Here's the science behind that.
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What Types Of Earthquakes Cause Tsunamis?
Tsunamis are devastating natural disasters, but they're also rather rare. They require specific circumstances, but some earthquakes can provide just that.
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When Was The Last Tsunami To Hit California And Could It Happen Again?
California may be known for earthquakes, but what about another kind of natural disaster? After all, tsunamis have quite the history with the California coast.
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Roswell, New Mexico Should Be Famous For More Than Just Aliens
Aliens are a point of fascination for many people, and Roswell is fittingly famous for its UFO stories. But there's another reason the city should be famous.
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Here's Why Stem Cells Grown In Space Have Doctors And Medical Researchers So Excited
Both space exploration and stem cells have been at the center of major research projects, and combining the two has led to a fascinating discovery.
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Wyoming Has A Terrifying Secret Below Yellowstone
Yellowstone is a beloved natural wonder, but beneath that beautiful exterior, the park houses a scary secret. In fact, it even has a surprisingly violent past.
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What NASA Stands For And What The Organization Actually Does
With all its work in the past decades, NASA is basically a household name, but do you actually know what the organization's acronym stands for?
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The Incredible Map That Shows Every Neuron In The Brain
The brain is an incredibly complex organ, but its billions of neurons have recently been mapped, opening up some fascinating research opportunities.
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How Many Seconds Are In A Day On Earth And Other Planets In Our Solar System
It's commonly known that a day on Earth lasts for 24 hours, but the truth behind what determines the length of a day is actually a bit complicated.
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The Exciting Secret Martian Ice Could Be Hiding
Mars has long been a prime target when it comes to human exploration, and the secrets concealed by Martian ice just make the planet even more fascinating.
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Times Earth Actually Had A Second Moon
The idea that Earth has only one moon is considered to be true, but that isn't always the case. In fact, sometimes, it's had more moons than you'd expect.
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The Venomous Creature That's Swarming Arizona
Arizona's deserts have a fair few dangerous species, and there's a decent chance that you find this particular venomous species in some unexpected places.
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When The Devil Comet Has Been Closest To Earth And What Inspired Its Name
Quite a few comets pass through Earth's orbits every year, but the so-called devil comet earned a rather unique nickname. Here's the reason why.
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The Rarest Mineral On Earth Has Only Ever Been Found In One Place
There are thousands of different minerals on Earth, but the discovery of a particular mineral is rather unique. After all, it's only ever been found once.
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Venus Has An Unusual Number Of Moons (& The Sun Might Be To Blame)
Venus may be Earth's celestial twin in a lot of ways, but it has some pretty notable differences. Its moon situation, in particular, sets it apart.
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How Much Do Clouds Weigh? It Depends On The Type
If you've ever looked up at the clouds and wondered how heavy they really are, there are a few ways to estimate it, and one major factor is the cloud type.
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That Bright Star In The East Isn't A Star At All
If you've been seeing a strangely bright star in the sky, there's a good chance it's not actually a star at all. Here's an explanation for what you're seeing.
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Why Iceland Has So Many Volcano Eruptions
Its many volcanoes are why Iceland is also known as the Land of Fire and Ice. There are two main reasons why Iceland is a fiery hotbed of volcanic activity.
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How Many Gallons Of Blood Are In The Human Body And How Much Can You Lose Before Dying?
Having enough blood is crucial for survival, but how many gallons do our bodies contain? And more importantly, how much blood can we lose without dying?
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Underwater Waterfalls: The Strange Phenomenon Explained
Waterfalls are one of nature's most beautiful sights and captivate throngs of spectators worldwide. But some extraordinary waterfalls also exist underwater.
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The Rare Double Meteor Shower Explained
Meteor showers are extremely popular astronomical events, and understandably so, but did you know it's possible to see two of them at the same time?
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This Fossilized Spider From Australia Is Pure Nightmare Fuel
Lots of people find modern spiders scary, but what about prehistoric spiders? Well, fossils like this prove that they were huge and terrifying.
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The Unexpected Place We Found Water Beyond Earth
Finding water on other planets is always exciting, but it's turned up somewhere unexpected. Not only that, but the water there has some interesting properties.
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The Strange Place Life Was Found In The Pacific Ocean
In the dark, strange depths of the Pacific Ocean, scientists have found life in yet another surprising place, thriving in the crust around hydrothermal vents.
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How Your Brain Processes Food: The Neurological Experience Of Eating
The brain governs much of what the body does, including the process of eating. Researchers have discovered this process occurs within our brains in four stages.
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