Here’s why you should never hold in a sneeze
Doctors warn people not to hold sneezes in, as it can have potentially devastating consequences.
Crowdsourcing astronomy: Citizen scientists discover new rocky planets locked in resonance
Citizen scientists found five "musical" exoplanet.
CT scans reveal the secrets of a 200-million-year-old dinosaur — and you can 3D print it for free
New technology, meet old fossils.
Book Review: ‘Before You Know It: The Unconscious Reasons We Do What We Do
A book for everyone interested in knowing more about the human mind.
Researcher busts common myths about email — and it will probably surprise you
It's not that bad to check your email all the time -- as long as it's work-related.
Tips for Staying Healthy as You Age
Simple things can make a big difference.
What’s the difference between weather and climate? Here’s why it matters
Everything you wanted to know about climate. No -- really.
Firehawks: In Australia, birds of prey are intentionally setting the forests on fire
There's a new arsonist in town -- one with wings instead of hands.
Rare, delicate fossils show butterflies emerged before flowers did
If there's one thing this study shows, it's that butterflies are survivors.
Little-known 2012 volcanic eruption was actually the largest in over a century, new data shows
It was huge, and we might have missed it completely!
Scientists supercool water without freezing it
This new study -- it's really cool.
Ever wondered if you have a drinking problem? This online, science-based tool can help
If you think you might have a problem, you'll want to read on.
Black really is the sexiest color — at least if you’re a paradise bird
Talk about an advanced pick-up technique!
Melting ice is causing the ocean to sink, worrying new study reports
Scientists have identified yet another unexpected consequence of climate change.
First topographic map of Titan reveals surprisingly Earth-like features
The intriguing moon Titan just became even more interesting.
Scientist explains why we get ‘gut feelings’
Just like there's an internet, there's also an interbrain -- except this one is more complex.
Artificial Intelligence can tell you your blood pressure, age, and smoking status — just by looking at your eye
The eyes can also be a window into a person's health.
New “soft robots” are strong enough to lift heavy weights, delicate enough to pluck a raspberry
The new generation of robots is softer and gentler.
WHO approves a safe, inexpensive, effective typhoid vaccine
This could be a game changer.
Unlike humans, bonobos prefer jerks
Bonobos are surprisingly human-like, but this is where things start to diverge.
New, revolutionary metalens focuses entire visible spectrum into a single point
If you want to create a functioning metalens, you need to design a maze for light.
Atmospheric methane on Mars changes with the seasons — and we don’t really know why
We don't want to say there's life on Mars... but there could be life on Mars.
No, chocolate isn’t going extinct in 40 years — but we are set for a crisis
Things are bad, but they're not this bad.
How far is the Moon? Visualizing the distance
It's not exactly accurate, but it's a dazzling display.
Astronauts identify microbes in space for the first time
We really do contaminate everything we touch -- and space is no exception.
Some people can really tell if you look sick, new study reports
How good are you at detecting diseased people?
Snake fungal disease could be a global threat, much bigger than we thought
"This really is the worst-case scenario," said one scientist.
Internet searchers reveal people’s favorite Christmas spirit
Brandy, it turns out, is the most popular Christmas drink -- at least in the UK.
This 1890 mechanical device sounds just like a real bird
It sounds incredibly natural.
Illegal orchid trafficking is largely ignored, and may lead to major conservation consequences
Things can get really bad if we don't take action.
Wine glasses have gotten 7 times bigger since the 1700s, new study concludes
We've been drinking more and more wine along the years.
Norway to become the first country to switch away from FM radio
Old-school radio is getting a revamp.
Geologists discover ancient meteorite on the Isle of Skye, in Scotland
Even though the isle was studied extensively, the structures were buried beneath a murky swamp which likely dissuaded previous efforts.
Trump administration bans the CDC from using words like “science-based,” “vulnerable,” or “diversity”
Science? Evidence? Diversity? Those are all banned!
17 Pictures that will make you want to become a Geologist
Geology just rocks!
Japanese monkeys are apparently having sexual intercourse with deer
Nature gets pretty weird sometimes.
Drinking tea might help reduce glaucoma risk, new study concludes
Drinking tea (especially without sugar) is good for you, but having a healthy diet and staying fit are still more...
Parents giving alcohol too soon to kids, researchers say
Kids really shouldn't be drinking... really.
New archaeological findings show that Vikings “imported” from the Celts
Archaeologists were expecting to find beer, but they found something else.
Scientists turn DNA into virtually any 3D shape imaginable
The fist DNA benders!
Kids who look at screens before bed time tend to sleep less, get fatter
There are obvious advantages to such technologies, but doctors warn against excessive usage.
Scientists say cheetahs should be on the endangered list
The range of cheetahs is becoming smaller and smaller -- as is their population.
Generic, cheaper Viagra is coming soon to an over-the-counter near you
Viagra improved the lives of millions of men -- now, it's becoming cheaper and more easily available.
Physics discover the most exciting form of matter: Excitonium
It's a discovery that has everyone excited.
Playing computer games could help keep your brain in good shape, new study reports
Super Mario is better for your brain than taking piano lessons.
Boeing wants to beat SpaceX to Mars. Elon Musk: “Do it”
The two companies are in a direct competition, and we just can't have enough of it.
Hormonal contraception raises the risk of cancer for women by up to 38%
Including the pill, injections, or IUDs.
Intensive weight management can put type 2 diabetes into remission
Want to get rid of diabetes? Just lose some weight.
Researchers 3D-print shockingly realistic human organ models
This could soon pave the way for real, functioning organs.
Oldest black hole found by astronomers — the gargantuan object lies 13 billion light years away from us
It's the farthest, oldest, and perhaps most mysterious object we've ever discovered.