This Big Cat Isn't As Dangerous To Humans As You Might Expect
When it comes to big cats like lions or tigers, it's easy to think that all of them pose a danger to humans. But in this case, the opposite is actually true.
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Sherpas' Superhuman Ability That Makes Them So Good At Climbing Mountains
High in the Himalayas is a group of people, the Sherpa, that doesn't seem to be adversely affected by the extreme altitude, and scientists know why.
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What If Woolly Mammoths Never Went Extinct?
Of extinct Ice Age animals, woolly mammoths are probably one of the most famous. But if they were still around, then our world would look pretty different.
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If You've Ever Wondered Why Opossums Play Dead, Here's The Answer
America's most famous marsupial, the opossum, is renowned for its ability to escape danger by feigning death, but what's really happening here?
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What Happens To Your Body When You Eat Chicken Noodle Soup While You're Sick
Most of us have had a bowl of chicken noodle soup to treat us when we were sick, but what's really going on to help make us feel better?
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Fish Don't Sleep Like Humans. Here's What They Do Instead
For a long time it was thought that fish don't sleep, and truthfully, they don't sleep like we do, but they do engage in regular periods of rest.
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What If Mosquitoes Went Extinct?
Most people don't really like mosquitoes and probably wouldn't mind if they all went extinct. But if that did happen, what would the world actually look like?
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12 Animals That Used To Be Way Bigger (And Why They're Smaller Now)
While the modern world has some big and scary creatures, the truth is that many of those animals are nothing compared to their ancient ancestors.
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Human Evolution Discovery Stuns Scientists: We Were Off By 40 Million Years
For a long time, scientists felt confident in their understanding of the timeline of human evolution. But a recent discovery has completely changed everything.
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The Superhuman Smelling Ability That Could Actually Save Lives
"Superhuman smell" sounds like a phrase that belongs in a world of superheroes and villains, but it's real. And it might have some major medical ramifications.
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One Missing Feature From Your Wrist Is A Clear Sign Of Evolution
The human body abounds with vestigial features, but this one seems to be slowly disappearing, and there's an easy way to check if you still have it.
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The Most Durable Organism On Earth Looks Like Moving Glass Under A Microscope
Tardigrades have a reputation as one of the toughest animals on the planet, which is why their delicate, transparent appearance is shocking.
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Why Your Weight Goes Up When You Start Exercising Before It Goes Down
It can be tempting to abandon your exercise routine when you gain weight after starting your exercise journey, but don't worry, it's only temporary.
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The 10 Strangest Deep Sea Creatures Ever Discovered
There are some strange looking animals, but if you turn your eye to the deep ocean, that's where you'll find some truly weird and wild species
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Why Women Often Feel Colder Than Men
If you've ever noticed that you seem to be colder than the men around you, they're not overheating. There's a biological reason you're chilly.
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If You've Ever Had A Deer Freeze In Front Of Your Car, Here's Why
If you've ever driven your car on a rural road at night, there's a chance that you've encountered a startled deer, but why does it just stand there?
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The Reason You're A Night Owl Might Not Be Your Fault
Do you find yourself staying up late every night because you're not getting tired until well after midnight? It might not be entirely your fault.
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Dumb Things Everyone Overlooks In Dune
"Dune" has long been a famous sci-fi franchise, and the movies have only made it more popular. Narratively, it's impressive, but how accurate is its science?
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How Much Can A Gorilla Really Lift?
It's no real surprise that gorillas are pretty strong animals, especially compared to humans. But looking at the numbers, exactly how strong are they?
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How Long Does It Take For Astronauts To Recover After Returning To Earth?
Outer space is an extreme place, that's why it's not surprising that astronauts need some time to recover after the return to Earth.
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What Happens To Your Body When You Hit Your Funny Bone?
Everyone at some point has had the misfortune of hitting their elbow just so and sending an electric shock up their arm, but what's really going on?
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Why Your Limbs Feel Like Static When They Fall Asleep
We've all experienced that feeling of pins and needles inside of one of our limbs from time to time, but what's really going on?
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What Really Happens When You Crack Your Knuckles
It's pretty well established that cracking your knuckles doesn't have any adverse health effects, but what's really happening in your joints?
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11 Strangest Organisms You Can Only See With A Microscope
While there are plenty of weird animals in nature, some of the strangest organisms can only be seen under a microscope. Here are a few of them.
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Your Largest Organ Isn't What You Think
When it comes to the biggest organ in the human body, most would think it's the lungs or the brain, but the actual answer may surprise you.
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10 Most Extreme Environments Where Scientists Were Shocked To Discover Life
Certain places on Earth seem far too extreme to support life, but that assumption is far from true. Rather, life apparently has a habit of finding a way.
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What Ants Look Like Under A Microscope Is Terrifyingly Alien
Ants are so common that they hardly warrant a second thought, but if you take a closer look you'll find an absolutely terrifying insect.
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