The Surprising Thing Science Reveals About Cooking Potatoes
There's little that compares to the texture of a perfectly cooked potato, and it's no surprise to learn that there's a bit of science behind it.
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The Dangerous Spider You Could Find Hiding Under Your Car
Although the black widow gets all the notoriety, its little-known cousin is much more widespread and enjoys living in the same places you do.
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Some Of The Unhealthiest Foods For Your Heart, According To Science
Not all foods are created equally, in fact, some of them are really bad for you, especially when it comes to your heart and cardiovascular health.
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How To 'Hypnotize' A Shark, According To Science
You almost never want to find yourself face-to-face with a shark, but if you do, there's a simple hack you can use to temporarily immobilize it.
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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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Scientists Want To Feed Cows Seaweed And It Is Not For The Reason You Think
Most cows are content to munch on the food they have in front of them, but some scientists think they need a splash of seaweed in their diet.
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The Myth About Weight Loss People Should Stop Believing
When it comes to weight loss, you are going to hear a lot of things from a lot of places, but some weight-loss myths are more pernicious than others.
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Scientists Say Older Couples Shouldn't Sit Together On Planes. Here's Why
Being with the people you love is par for the course when on vacation, but new research suggests that older adults should sit apart on planes.
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The 'Melatonin Hangover' Phenomenon Is Easily Explained By Science
Melatonin is one of the most common over-the-counter sleep aids available, but it could be giving you a 'hangover' and science may explain why.
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Why People Are Wrapping Their Car Keys In Aluminum Foil
If you've seen people wrapping their car keys in foil, that's not just a strange fashion statement or trend. It's actually a clever way to keep your car safe.
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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 Real Reason You Want To Spit During A Workout
If you've ever spent any time in the gym, you're probably familiar with the urge to spit after cranking out some sets, but why do we feel that way?
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Trump's Daily Diet Explained By Science
President Trump's love for McDonald's and Diet Coke is widely known, but how could those and other dietary choices be affecting his overall health?
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Never Leave This Type Of Kitchen Appliance Plugged In Before A Storm
Thunderstorms are dangerous weather events, particularly because of the lightning which can damage or break certain appliances in your kitchen.
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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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'No Artificial Colors' Doesn't Mean What You Think It Does
Claims about artificial colors are everywhere in food products, but national policies have actually changed exactly what that distinction actually means.
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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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Here's What Scientists Know About The Portal To The Fifth Dimension
We largely think of the world in four dimensions — time and the three spatial dimensions. But a fifth dimension might actually solve this longstanding mystery.
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The Artemis II Toilet Debacle Meant One Gross Thing For Astronauts
Artemis II has just taken to the skies, but its takeoff wasn't without some mechanical problems. Of note, the toilet required some impromptu space plumbing.
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The Strange Skin Pattern That Can Appear Hours Before Death
At the very end of our lives, our bodies start to do some strange things. Many different parts of the body are affected by oncoming death, including the skin.
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The Red Lightning You'll Never See Has A Mysterious Science
Lightning is one of the most awe-inspiring atmospheric phenomenon, but there are some types of lightning that you have probably never even glimpsed.
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This Might Be The Real Reason Your Socks Disappear (Hint: It's Not Your Fault)
One of the greatest mysteries of the universe is what happens to all the socks that go missing in the laundry, but science may have an answer.
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Why You Can't Resist Cracking Your Knuckles, According To Science
For many people, there is a sort of deep-seated satisfaction in cracking their knuckles, which is part of the reason why it's a hard habit to break.
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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 Sleep Position That Could Increase Your Risk Of Heart Problems
Everyone knows that it's important to get enough sleep, but new research is emerging that shows that your sleep position can affect your health.
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You Might Be Flushing Away This Important Health Warning
Most people want to spend as little time as possible thinking about what they leave in the toilet, but they could be missing out on health clues.
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The Truth About The '5-Second Rule' Is Easily Explained By Science
Have you ever dropped food on the floor only to invoke the '5-second rule' before finishing up your snack? Well, science has some thoughts on that.
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