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The rise and fall of hemp -- and how we can make it great again

This humble plant has a long history, and an even longer list of uses.

Here's how corrupt climate change deniers want to change your mind

Back in the 1970s, both the oil and the coal industry were well aware of the effects burning fossil fuels has on the atmosphere. But, despite knowing that their activities are causing global warming, they didn’t tell the world — instead, they launched a campaign to sow doubts about the veracity of climate change, a […]

What are greenhouse gases and why we need to worry about them? A simple explainer

They are in the atmosphere and have an influence on the energy balance of the planet

The extracellular matrix, and how it keeps you in tip top shape

I'd fall apart without it.

Like a pair of lovebirds: how birds court and mate

The inner workings of a bird's sex life.

The slimy difference between toads and frogs

Can you tell the difference between a frog and a toad?

What is biodiversity

Diversity, 100% biological.

What is the Paris agreement? A breakdown on its importance

It's one of the most important treaties in modern history.

What causes an Ice Age? A simple explainer

The cold hard facts about ice ages.

Like a moth to the flame: why moths are attracted to light

Wonder why your room is full of moths in the summer?

How many species are on Earth? Untangling a difficult question

A total of 1.3 million species have so far been identified but many more live on the planet.

What's the difference between birds and mammals

The differences are too many to say all at once.

Water from thin air: a look at how rain and precipitation forms

There are a lot of elements that come together to 'make it rain'. Both in nature and in the club.

The Wonderful World of Bacteriophages

These may be our hidden weapon against antibiotic resistance in the near future.

What is soil? Here's the inside scoop

The Earth's great recycle bin.

What is RNA?

RNA is often thought to potentially be responsible for forming all life.

The naked mole-rat is impervious to pain and cancer, and lives ten times longer than it should -- what can we learn from it?

The naked mole-rat is perhaps one of the most bizarre beasts on the planet.

What are the different types of energy

Don't let your boss find out, but in a physical sense, energy is defined as the ability to do work.

Why is snow white?

...because it can't get a tan.

Why do pets like pats?

I mean... 'cause they're awesome.

What is hyaluronic acid

Let's take a look at this pretty unique substance which permeates our bodies.

Zooming in on the cell-- what makes animals and plants different?

There are a few key differences!

The amazing Lyrebird can not only mimic other birds, but also chainsaws, theme songs, and car alarms -- anything, basically

Meet the incredible lyrebird from Australia. And you thought parrots were cool....

Where did the "Seven Seas" come from?

It's a surprisingly-old story.

What causes the seasons?

It's all in the tilt.

Why are there mammals that lay eggs?

Nature always finds a way.

When worlds collide: Volcanic Lightning

These are two of the most spectacular phenomena you can observe -- and they can be intertwined.

The main types of seismic waves: P, S, and surface waves

Seismic waves can either be body waves or surface waves -- but the full story is far more complex.

Meet the trillions of viruses that make up your virome

If you think you don’t have viruses, think again.

Do cats keep rats away? Not really -- but it's complicated

It's not about the fight, it's about what leads to the fight.

Do dogs have feelings?

If you live with a dog you just know when it’s happy or miserable, don’t you?

The Earth is flat out spherical -- here's why, and why we're sure

The only thing flat earthers fear is sphere itself!

Some Surprising Facts Most People Don’t Know About DNA

Prime your knowledge on the blueprint of life.

Why the Amazon is the widest river in the world

A mammoth among rivers!

What is the longest river in the world? It's surprisingly debatable

Most would say the Nile but some scientists say that the Amazon is the longest river in the world.

Using only light, scientists can manipulate memory -- it's called optogenetics

The future is here.

What Makes Bats The Perfect Hosts For So Many Viruses?

Bats can maintain just enough defenses against illness without triggering the immune systems from going into overdrive

What are the steps of DNA replication?

DNA replication is the basis for biological inheritance.

How Much To Feed Your Dog?

Our best friends love treats. Here's how many calories they need to stay healthy.

Why do snakes flick their tongues?

It's probably not what you think it is.

What is the Greenhouse effect, and why it's (currently) bad for us

A look at the process which makes life on Earth possible -- but may topple our society if taken too far.

Why do cats knead?

It's a rare moment when kitty feels relaxed and loved. Don't ruin it!

The most delicious math problem there is: The Incompatible Food Triad

Can you find the solution to this delicious math problem?

How many dimensions are there?

According to String Theorists, there are at least 10 dimensions. But there could be as many as 26.

What's the difference between baking soda and baking powder: science to the rescue

The two look identical but they can be quite different.

What Are Five Stages of Mitosis?

Divide and conquer!

The unique types of ecosystems in the world

We have an amazing amount of diversity on Earth!

What is a Supervolcano?

Some volcanoes really are super.

Yeast and its incredibly important economic role

For something so small, it sure has a big impact.

Darwin's "advertising" -- the magnificent biological art of Ernst Haeckel

You might have not heard his name, but you should have.

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