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  • A black hole is surrounded by orange and red energy
    By Joe Roberts 23 hours ago

    We Just Discovered A New Class Of Black Holes (And They Weren't Easy To Find)

    Black holes are already among the most mysterious objects in the galaxy, and yet, one specific type has almost completely eluded scientists for years.

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  • Earth seen from space filling the top half of the frame
    By Joe Roberts 1 day ago

    Earth's Shortest Day Could Be Fast Approaching And Most People Don't Even Realize It

    Among the phenomena of the universe, nothing feels more constant than time, but here on Earth, our days are actually starting to pick up speed.

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  • Illustrated front view of a comet about to pass behind Mars and out of view
    By Tiffany Betts 2 days ago

    NASA Just Spotted A Comet In Our Solar System And It's Not Like All The Rest

    There are lots of objects floating around in our solar system, but one thing most have in common is a common origin, and then there's 3I/ATLAS.

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  • Portion of Svingerud Stone runestone
    By Elias Nash 2 days ago

    This Is The Oldest Runestone Scientists Ever Discovered

    When Vikings sailed the North Sea in the 10th century, they recorded their exploits in runes, but that ancient alphabet is much older than we thought.

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  • Dirty rusty water flows from a water tap
    By Joe Roberts 2 days ago

    Why Does Florida's Tap Water Smell And Taste So Bad?

    If you've ever been down south to Florida, you may have noticed that something wasn't quite right with the water. Why does it smell like that?

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  • Surface of moon with Earth in background
    By Kristeen Cherney 3 days ago

    How Long Would It Take To Get To The Moon With Different Transportation Methods?

    Though humans haven't been to the moon in years, the possibility is always enticing. So if you were to pack a suitcase for a lunar trip, how long would it take?

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  • The Hubble Telescope (left) and the James Webb Space Telescope (right)
    By Eric James Beyer 3 days ago

    What's The Difference Between The James Webb Telescope Compared To Hubble?

    When it comes to telescopes, there are no bigger names than Hubble and Webb, but why have two space telescopes anyway, how are they even different?

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  • Paleontologists working in the rock
    By Eric James Beyer 3 days ago

    Why Scientists Hate The Term Missing Link When Studying Evolution

    The idea of a missing evolutionary link between humans and apes is both compelling and persistent, but the truth is more nuanced and interesting.

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  • A galaxy is seen in a dark sky surrounded by stars
    By Joe Roberts 4 days ago

    The Fascinating Way Astronomers Found A New Planet That's 3,200 Light-Years Away From Earth

    Scientists have been working on ways to find new worlds far from Earth, and this strange method theorized decades ago has turned up an equally strange find.

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  • Weeds and weeding tools at the edge of a garden
    By Tiffany Betts 5 days ago

    Why You Actually Want This Weed To Grow On Your Lawn

    Most homeowners view weeds as an affront to their personal dignity, but these hardy plants can actually be good for the environment and your lawn.

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  • tick crawling on human skin
    By Elias Nash 6 days ago

    Are Ticks Dangerous To Humans?

    Of all the bugs crawling around out there, few are as repulsive as the tiny tick, but does this creepy arachnid actually pose a threat to humans?

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  • A 3D illustration shows a Stegosaurus standing in a forest
    By Joe Roberts 7 days ago

    What Are The Back Plates On A Stegosaurus Called?

    The Stegosaurus is quite a famous dinosaur well known for the plates lined on its back. But there's more to know about those plates than you might have thought.

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  • Ominous red sunrise through dark clouds
    By Elias Nash 8 days ago

    Does A Red Sunrise Always Mean Storms Are On The Way?

    Sailors have long said that red skies are a sign of bad weather, but just how true is that? Does science support the saying, or is it just superstition?

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  • Concept of a mouse in a harness hanging from wires above a mouse trap with cheese like a spy
    By Tiffany Betts 8 days ago

    If Mice Are Avoiding Your Traps, This Could Be Why

    Despite how cute they are, mice aren't a pest you want in your house, partially because they're smarter than you think and can outsmart your traps.

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  • mountains in Antarctica
    By Elias Nash 9 days ago

    Here's One Big Reason Why Planes Don't Fly Over Antarctica

    Airliners go just about everywhere in the world, but despite advances in air travel, there's still one place that a commercial jet won't take you.

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  • Supermassive black hole surrounded by light
    By Elaine Todd 10 days ago

    9 Most Bizarre Sounds Scientists Ever Recorded From Space

    It's popularly understood that no one can hear you scream in space, and yet, scientists have captured some pretty strange noises emanating from the cosmos.

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  • A bottlenose dolphin is seen with its head above water
    By Joe Roberts 10 days ago

    The Pristine Florida Beach Where Boat Tours Use One Trick To Attract Dolphins

    One of Florida's most popular attractions is its resident bottle nosed dolphins, and some tour companies have found a way to guarantee you see them.

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  • Close-up of two fungus gnats
    By Tiffany Betts 10 days ago

    What Are Fungus Gnats (And How Do You Get Rid Of Them)?

    Nobody likes gnats and some of the worst are fungus gnats that can infest your garden and ruin your crop, but at least they're easy to get rid of.

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  • An oasis after rainfall in the Sahara Desert
    By Tiffany Betts 11 days ago

    Here's How Often The Sahara Floods (And Why It Isn't Always A Good Thing)

    The Sahara is known for being one of the driest places on Earth, but in fact, it can actually flood. Those floods aren't necessarily a good thing, though.

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  • peacock with tail spread on display
    By Elias Nash 12 days ago

    Why Are Many Male Birds More Colorful Than Females?

    Among the birds of the world, it is usually the males who have the brightest feathers and the females who are the most drab, but why is this so?

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  • A velociraptor stands in a kitchen in Jurassic Park
    By Joe Roberts 13 days ago

    Jurassic Park Lied To You About Velociraptors. Here's What They Really Looked Like

    Jurassic Park undoubtedly a modern classic, but it did take some liberties with its depictions of dinosaurs, in particular the Velociraptors.

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  • 3D rendered image of diamond shattering
    By Daniel Meagher 14 days ago

    Well Actually, Diamonds Aren't As Tough As You Think

    Diamonds have a reputation as one of the hardest materials known to man, which is undoubtedly true, but they're not as tough as you think they are.

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  • $100 bills swirling into black hole
    By Elias Nash 15 days ago

    The Most Expensive Substance In The Universe Seemed Almost Impossible To Make

    Though gold and diamonds are precious materials, they're nowhere near the most expensive thing in the universe. In fact, the numbers aren't even close.

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  • daddy longlegs spider close up
    By Elias Nash 15 days ago

    The Myth About Daddy Longlegs You Shouldn't Believe

    Daddy longlegs spiders are fairly common in the United States and are the subject of a popular myth that's probably more of a misconception.

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  • A tree with cut logs in background
    By Kristeen Cherney 16 days ago

    What Really Happens To The Ecosystem When Trees Are Cut Down

    There are quite a few things that pose a threat to the ecosystem, and deforestation might be one of the worst offenders. Here's a look as to why.

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  • An adult giant panda resting on a saw-cut log
    By Daniel Meagher 16 days ago

    Why We're Stunned Pandas Haven't Become Extinct

    The giant panda is one of the most iconic and beloved animals in the world, but honestly, it's a wonder they're still around for us to appreciate.

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  • bright bonfire flames
    By Elias Nash 16 days ago

    How Long Does It Take To Cremate A Body? It's Complicated

    Cremation is a popular alternative to burial that's becoming more common, but just how long does the whole process take from start to finish?

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