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You can now take a virtual walk on the International Space Station. Here's how

It's the best place to get lost -- and trust me, you will.

Scientists find "Angel Particle" -- a particle that's its own antiparticle

It's the confirmation of a long-standing theory. Or is it?

Over one third of all dementia cases could be prevented by actions that begin in childhood

Dementia is not inevitable. Staying healthy is the first step to challenge it.

This shark ate a bit of steel, pushed it out through its skin and then healed back up

Sharks have officially reached Wolverine status.

Porsche announced it wants half of its cars to be electric by 2023

We're witnessing a new age of sports cars.

Here's where you'd end up if you dug straight through the Earth

Spoiler alert: it's probably not China. Or Australia.

New study maps Europe's regional carbon footprints, helps us understand how to reduce emissions

Think global, act local.

India starts rolling out solar trains that might save millions of gallons of diesel

India's getting serious about their green revolution, and they're taking it step by step.

Not all plant-based diets are the same when it comes to heart health

Eating plants doesn't necessarily make you healthier, but eating the right one certainly does.

Diet soda might actually make you fatter, new study suggests

Thought you're safe with sugarless drinks? Think again.

Help a Chicago Library translate witchcraft books -- and learn a few spells in the process

Take a long walk down these dark corridors of history.

I can't believe I'm saying this, but we need to discuss snortable chocolate

The latest snuff craze sweeping through America is not even that worrying; it's just silly.

Science-based birth control app gets EU approval

The app, which is the brainchild of a Higgs Boson physicist, has been certified as a valid birth control in the European Union.

Laws of mathematics don’t apply here, says Australian PM

"The laws of mathematics are very commendable but the only law that applies in Australia is the law of Australia."

ZME Recommends: Make your kitchen cooler with these 6 dinosaurs

Add a bit of science and cuteness into your kitchen with these dinosaurs.

Vatican rules: "Body of Christ" can't be gluten free

Really, bread?

NASA: We just can't afford to land humans on Mars

Oh boy...

Despite slowing solar activity, NASA spots larger-than-Earth sunspot

It seems like a freckle, but this freckle is larger than the Earth.

What creature plans and understands what's in store? Quoth the raven, Nevermore

They've outsmarted all primates, and even four-year-old children.

Are you living in a lazy or an active country? Study maps how much the world walks

Turns out, activity inequality is a great predictor of obesity rates.

NASA releases dazzling images of Jupiter's Red Spot, makes them open for citizen scientists

It's awesome, it's very useful, and it's open for everyone to use.

"Incredible" burial mound located near Stonehenge, England, soon to be excavated

It's a rare finding that could help us learn more about our ancestors.

Environment cuts massive rift between US and the rest of the world

The rift widens -- it's Trump vs the world.

We're losing the battle with gonorrhea. No clear treatment in sight, and things might get even worse

Gonorrhea, which just flew beneath our radar, might be one of the most dangerous diseases in the world.

Oral sex might be helping the spread of unstoppable bacteria

It's the gift that keeps on giving.

Book Review: 'Plots'

You'll never look at a book or a plot in the same way.

In the US, climate change will disproportionately hurt the poor

Don't believe in climate change? Don't worry, you'll suffer just as well.

No bones needed -- researchers use DNA in soil to tell if humans were around

This can be a game changer.

Book Review: 'Birds of Kruger National Park'

It's as good a bird book as any, and I'd recommend it to everyone visiting Kruger Park as well as other, similar, habitats across the continent.

This is how two surgeons look like after a successful 32-hour brain surgery

After 32 hours of brain surgery, they just have enough energy to make a Victory sign

Researchers develop probiotic beer that "boosts your immunity and improves gut health"

If you needed another reason to enjoy your beer -- here yo go!

France to make vaccination mandatory from 2018: 'unacceptable children are still dying of measles'

The move has been backed by the nation's leading doctors.

What is the Venus Flytrap: the complete guide

“This plant, commonly called Venus’ fly-trap,” Darwin wrote in 1875, “is one of the most wonderful in the world.”

New study shows how long-necked plesiosaurs swam

We might have to rethink what we thought we know about these creatures.

Dinosaur videos -- Diving deep into the Mesozoic

Dinosaur videos are always relevant for science fans.

The science division of the White House is now completely empty

Dark news from the White House.

Someone made a Twitter account for "Scientist Trump" and we're in love with it

This satirical Twitter account managed to blend those two seemingly incompatible worlds -- meet Donald Trump, PhD.

Bad beef: Despite pledge, Burger King continues to cause massive deforestation

It's up to us, the consumers, to make a difference.

Man who thinks "God created heavens and Earth" to oversee US space program

"God created the heavens and the earth," he says.

Space Race 2.0: Japan wants to put a man on the Moon by 2030

The new space race seems to be shaping up in Asia.

India just planted 66 million trees in 12 hours

It's a stunning testament to India's environmental projects.

Angela Merkel, German Chancellor: ‘We cannot wait to act until the [climate] science has convinced every last doubter’

There's a big rift between the US and the rest of the world.

10 Incredibly beautiful and eco-friendly places to visit

Traveling and caring for the environment can go hand in hand!

NASA wants to celebrate its 100-year-anniversary -- with you!

Happy bday, NASA!

17 Charts and Figures that show the US is not as developed as you'd think

Is the United States really that GREAT?

Book Review: Heretics! The Wondrous (and Dangerous) Beginnings of Modern Philosophy

Heretics! has what it takes to become a classic, or even better yet -- pioneer a new literary genre.

Despite Trump, 7,400 cities vow to meet climate committments

Cities seem to have bigger ambitions than those of their countries.

State of Maine confirms its first measles case in 20 years

It's the first case in the state since 1997.

AI is designed to create motivational quotes. Things go hilariously awry

This AI seems to have gone insane. Loco!

Study shows Obamacare expanded health insurance, reducing the number of cardiac arrests

Obamacare significantly reduced the incidence of cardiac arrest by 17 percent.

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