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The other tragedy in Ukraine: animals in zoos and shelters are getting killed. So are their keepers

It's just one of many gut wrenching stories from Ukraine. Links on how to help are at the bottom of the page

Russia's war in Ukraine is hard to grasp. We tried to make sense of it

This is a multi-faceted conflict that could shape the face of the world for many years to come.

Eunice Foote: the first person to measure the impact of carbon dioxide on climate

Eunice Foote was the first to discover that carbon dioxide traps heat in the atmosphere.

International Women's Day: Ten Women in Science Who Aren't Marie Curie

Celebrating the work of female scientists.

What color is a mirror? It's not a trick question

Mirrors aren't 'silver' or 'colorless'.

How Russia already lost the information war -- and Ukraine won it

Regardless of what happens in Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the story is already clear for the free world.

These hard-bodied robots can reproduce, learn and evolve autonomously

Virtual code has become virtual DNA.

Rumble in the concrete jungle: what history teaches us about urban defense

We've learned a lot about how to defend a city from past wars.

Stanislav Petrov - the man who probably saved the world from a nuclear disaster

Russia's nuclear forces have been put on "high alert" after the country decided to invade Ukraine.

Saltwater Crocodiles: the world's oldest and largest reptile

Truly fearsome beasts!

Brain scans are saving convicted murderers from death row–but should they?

Perpetrators of horrendous crimes could avoid the death penalty because of their brainwaves.

What are fisher cats, the most misleadingly-named animals out there?

One of the world's lesser-known beasts, fisher cats are starting to make their presence felt in cities.

Cultured meat is coming. But will people eat it?

Cultured meat has a lot of advantages. But if people won't eat it, it's all for naught.

Annie Jump Cannon: the legend behind stellar classification

A word on the Life and career of one of the first dames of modern astronomy

Left, right, or ambidextrous: What determines handedness?

Less than 1% of the population can use both their hands equally well at any task. But there's still much we don't know about this fascinating ability.

Deductive versus inductive reasoning: what's the difference

From detective work to science, both types of reasoning can prove invaluable.

The safest and most deadly types of energy -- how do renewables compare to fossil fuels?

How safe do you think nuclear energy is, for instance?

Your microbiota will be having non-stop sex this Valentine’s Day

Bacteria don’t have sex to reproduce; they use it to stay alive and healthy.

What do frogs eat and other froggy facts

At their adult stage, frogs are generally carnivorous, but there are exceptions.

The fascinating science behind the first human HIV mRNA vaccine trial – what exactly does it entail?

The trial involves the most powerful human antibodies ever discovered.

A lot of "sea serpent sightings" could actually be whale boners

Talk about a plot twist.

What is vitamin K?

Vitamin K plays a key role in our blood’s ability to form clots. It’s one of the less glamorous vitamins, more rarely discussed than its peers and, although it’s usually referred to as a single substance, it comes in two natural varieties — K1 and K2 — and one synthetic one, K3. People typically cover […]

What are komodo dragons, the largest lizards in the world?

These fearsome predators, encased in bony armor, are threatened with extinction.

If the atmosphere is chaotic, how can we trust climate models?

There's a lot of chaos in the atmosphere. But that doesn't mean we can't model it.

What's the deal with Easter Island's mysterious statues?

For centuries, hundreds of oversized heads have looked over this small speck of land. But to what purpose?

How the ancient Romans built roads to last thousands of years

There's a reason why the saying 'All roads lead to Rome' is still a thing.

Is Murphy's Law actually true?

If it can go wrong, it will. Can you prove Murphy wrong?

How tattoos are removed: everything you need to know

Not feeling your ex's name tattooed across your shoulder? Here's what you need to know before you have it removed.

Does eating processed meat cause cancer? The evidence suggest so

The link is nothing new, but some controversy still lingers.

What is the belly button and does it serve any purpose?

What does the belly button even do?

The frozen poop knife: debunking a popular myth

Inuits are undeniably resourceful and capable, but something about this story smells.

Why do cats sleep all day?

It's not uncommon for cats to sleep up to 17 hours a day. What do you think they're dreaming about?

The best science websites you should be reading in 2023

Get smarter every day by reading this fine selection of hand-picked science websites.

What is Stockholm syndrome?

Trauma can sometimes leave surprising traces.

The Five Senses - our underrated superpowers

We take our senses for granted -- maybe we should cherish them more.

Vulvodynia: the painful, common gynecological condition you've never heard about

It's surprisingly common and surprisingly little understood.

What is stainless steel?

An unassuming, yet extremely important alloy.

An atlas for endangered alphabets could save them from disappearing

You've heard of endangered species, but have you heard of endangered alphabets?

Who invented school, according to experts

The invention of modern school system was one of the biggest achievements in human history -- but there's still a lot of room for progress.

Space rocks: the difference between asteroids, comets, and meteors

The Asteroid Belt, the Edgeworth-Kuiper Belt, nd the Oort Cloud are the motherships.

What is cyberpunk -- and are we already living in it?

We may be facing a dark dystopian future just like the one discussed in some cyberpunk. What can we learn from this?

What does the universe sound like? The eerie world of cosmic sonification

The sonification of astronomical data provides a new way to experience the cosmos.

Stealth bomber caught mid-flight by Google Maps photo

Not so stealthy after all, eh?

Your nail polish might be toxic. Here's how you can tell

As we’ve learned more and more in recent years, it’s very difficult to find good cosmetic products that are also good for your health. Words like “organic” and “natural” are thrown around a lot, but they’re not well-regulated and are often misleading. In fact, many “natural” products contain toxic substances. So if you want to […]

The most beautiful and important mathematical equations

Here are some of the most famous equations, from the ancient Greeks to modern physics.

The wolf cat -- how this bizarre, adorable cat came to be

It's a relatively new type of breed -- and a pretty unusual one as well.

Why your dog likes to eat grass

Dogs aren’t true carnivores, but they aren’t exactly omnivores either. The reason why so many dogs like to nibble grass may be due to instinct.

What is the world's deepest cave?

Time to meet the 'Everest of the deep'.

Here's everything we know about the Omicron variant so far

It's almost everywhere already, and it's showing signs of vaccine resistance. But it's not all bleak.

What is Plasma -- the most common state of matter found in the universe

Cats may or may not be liquid, but researchers are more certain about other states of matter: namely, plasma.

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