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NASA creates stunning visualization of melting snowflake

Something as simple as a snowflake melting can be very difficult to understand.

Rubber duckies are a haven for bacteria, new study shows

Adorable little dirty rubber duckies.

In a galaxy far, far away, Dark Matter appears to be missing

The elusive dark matter surprises us once again... this time by being absent.

Brown bear moms raise their cubs differently due to hunting

Our actions often have unexpected consequences.

Contrary to popular belief, the Amazon basin was a vibrant, culturally-diverse area

Modern technology is revealing more about ancient civilizations.

Scientists find evidence of 1755 earthquake in pond sediment

It's like forensics, but for earthquakes.

Children with autism are actually less likely to be vaccinated, new study finds

I'll be seeing you in the comment section.

How to say the perfect 'Hello' -- according to science

Imagine the most charming person coming into the room and saying ‘Hi!’. With a simple greeting, he or she can convince you that everything is going to be alright, completely gaining your trust. The opposite is also possible — you might dislike someone from the moment they greet you. Now, a team of researchers has […]

Mesolithic people were able to withstand dramatic climate shocks, new study shows

These ancient populations were impressively resilient.

US Beef eaters are responsible for half of food-related emissions

The takeaway message is simple: eat less meat, especially beef.

Scientists create earwig-inspired origami, with potential applications in space travel, foldable electronics, and tents

The tiny earwig's wing could lead to better space probes and tents.

An astronomer thought he discovered a new, bright star -- turns out, it was just Mars

It's the rediscovery of the year.

Surreal, six-inch mummy with an elongated skull finally described by scientists

Spoiler alert: not an alien.

Researcher captures stunning video of Antarctic minke whales

Minke whales are grossly understudied, but researchers hope to fix that.

Some 70,000 years ago, a rogue star duo whooshed by our solar system -- and early humans probably saw it

If you happened to be alive 70,000 years ago, you'd be in for quite a show.

Well-done meat may raise your blood pressure

It may be delicious, but it's not good for you.

Triceratops may have had horns to advertise good genes and attract mates

It's always about sex, isn't it?

Strange object 'Oumuamua likely came from another solar system

We're still learning much from our interstellar visitor.

Glacier melting is beyond the point of no return -- at least for this century

We're beyond a tipping point, but not all is lost yet.

What is a Supervolcano?

Some volcanoes really are super.

Smoked foods are more tasty, but also more unhealthy

The filters they designed actually make the food even tastier.

Most Americans aren't really healthy, study finds

Unfortunately... not so many good news this time.

Scientists write molecular cookbook for our gut bacteria

It's a whole new type of cookbook.

Martian oceans may have been aided by massive volcanoes, research suggests

A song of fire and water, on Mars.

AI spots thousands of craters on the Moon -- including over 6,000 previously undiscovered ones

The AIs are getting better and better.

Volcano eruption might have pushed Iceland towards Christianity

A mythical song of gods and volcanoes.

For the first time, researchers record a volcanic thunder

Impossible means nothing if you're a geologist.

Python moms take care of their offspring, surprising researchers

Mother love -- with fangs.

Evidence of early innovation pushes back human evolutionary timeline

Our ancestors made symbolic use of color pigments and employed advanced tools earlier than previously thought.

Ceres, the largest object in the asteroid belt is still 'evolving'

Ceres doesn't get as much love as Pluto, but perhaps it should.

Staying fit is a great way to stave off dementia

Want to avoid dementia? Just stay fit.

Body on a chip could usher in a new generation of drug testing

This could greatly reduce the need for animal testing, and usher in a new age of drug development.

Kick-‘em-Jenny: Scientists get rare chance to study volcano as it's erupting

It's the most unusual volcano name I've ever seen.

15 new planets discovered -- one is potentially habitable

Three of the newly-discovered planets are so-called super-Earths.

Potato math: Student wins $250,000 for developing computer model that could saves farmers billions

Over 1,800 reasons to feel hopeful for the future.

Adding lentils to your meals can combat high blood pressure

Lentils are good for your heart, researchers say.

Why the US spends so much on healthcare, but doesn't get the benefits it should

There's a lot of bad news, but there's also some good news.

Chinese food is too salty and should have label warnings, study calls

There's too much salt in our foods, and Chinese is no exception.

A year in space -- it really changes your genes

There's no need to panic, but these aren't exactly happy news.

Ancient humans thrived during a supervolcano eruption

It's an apocalyptic scenario on steroids -- and yet some humans not only survived it but thrived in the process.

Scientists find link between obesity and body temperature

Don't blame it on the genes, though.

Empathy might also be part genetic, a new study concludes

Don't blame it on genetics though.

In Victorian Britain, poor rural areas had the best diet and health

Perhaps we could learn a thing or two from these old lads.

The brain "sees" prosthetics just like hands, new study reveals

This is encouraging news.

New NASA data reveals many of Jupiter's hidden secrets

It's a trove of valuable data, but we're still just scratching the surface.

Opioids no better than Tylenol for treating chronic pain

Certainly something worth considering for opioids users.

Urban green spaces provide crucial environmental services, new study confirms

Bottom line: we need to appreciate urban nature more.

Storing solar energy: Researchers pave the way for artificial photosynthesis

This could be big for solar energy.

Lego will start making its first sustainable pieces, replacing plastic

Green toys are the best toys.

Officially demoted: termites are the new cockroaches

Turns out, termites are basically social cockroaches.

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