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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Invasive species have the ability to damage ecosystems, and that's especially true in California, where these five species threaten the state's biodiversity.
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If you've ever looked for health supplements, you've probably heard of peptides. Research on is still ongoing, but here are some of the most promising ones.
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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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When it comes to quickly burning calories, should you be working out in hot or cold weather? It seems like a straightforward question, but in reality, it's not.
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Plenty of people are invested in finding ways to live longer, but there are plenty of familiar habits that work against that goal. Here are a few of them.
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While there are some animals known for being especially hardy, they all have their limits. But this creature's limits have rendered it nearly indestructible.
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When it comes to invasive species, you'd likely picture malevolent bugs or plants. But this invasive species that's been terrorizing Texas might be a surprise.
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Tropical rainforests are hotspots for biodiversity and the home to tons of different species. But climate change might prove to be a huge threat to that.
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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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The definition of intelligence is tricky to nail down, but researchers have found something interesting: a correlation between intellect and specific traits.
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Everyone is familiar with gut feelings, the mysterious sensation of intrinsically knowing something. But gut feelings aren't as mysterious as they might seem.
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When it comes to the Tasmanian tiger, human influence can be blamed for its extinction. But science might have a way to someday reverse that fate.
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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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Beneath the serene waves of lakes, river, and seas, lurk some fish with terrifyingly sharp teeth. Here are a few different species of those fanged monsters.
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Alligators can get really big, but these inhabitants of the Americas come second to their crocodile cousins, and their prehistoric ancestors were bigger still.
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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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Fish need oxygen just as much as we do, yet thrive underwater. But fish can still suffocate when submerged, but does this also mean they can drown?
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The warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico are home to countless living organisms. Here are some spectacular sea species that you may not know exist in the Gulf.
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Humans live long lives for land mammals, but tortoises can outdo us by decades. Yet some other animals, such as sponges and jellyfish, can live far, far longer.
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If you have ever wondered what it really means to have a Machiavellian personality or how to spot one, researchers have pinned down a few telltale signs.
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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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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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Oxygen production on Earth has long been attributed to sunlight-driven photosynthesis. But in the dark ocean depths lies a potential source of "dark oxygen."
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After death, natural processes immediately begin to break down a body. But how long does a body take to decompose, and what are the stages?
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Snakes can be pretty scary, no matter how big or small they are, but when researchers found one longer than a bus, the news made some interesting waves.
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