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Johnson & Johnson knew its baby powder has cancer-causing asbestos -- but it lied

A story worth reading.

Why do I sweat so much?

Sweating can be a source of embarrassment but the truth is we couldn't actually survive without it.

Why Shakespeare's 'Much Ado About Nothing' is a brilliant sneaky innuendo

This just goes to show how amazing Shakespeare was at his craft -- and also that he probably had a dirty mind.

What are carbs? Are they 'good' or 'bad'?

There are many misconceptions surrounding carbohydrates. Let's have a look!

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.

What causes Blood Moons? The same thing that makes skies blue

Spooky!

How to reduce your home's ecological footprint

We're all kings and queens of our own castles.

Time travel Anime inspires solution to puzzling math problem

An anime math problem? My favorite.

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.

'Trimming the fat' -- the implications for research and education

Finding a solution to this problem is key to ensuring that research does not stagnate, but instead continues to flourish.

Renowned mathematician Michael Atiyah claims to have solved the Riemann Hypothesis

A problem that turned out to have more sides than initially thought.

The table of disruptive technologies: a timeline of industry-killing breakthroughs

Do you know what future tech looks like?

The First Woman in Space: The Story of Valentina Tereshkova

From humble beginnings to stellar heights.

Do dogs have feelings?

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

Why 'detox' doesn't work -- a diet fad and marketing ploy exposed by science

There's no such thing as a detox.

Who invented the microwave oven?

WWII radar technology unexpectedly led to the invention of the common microwave oven.

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

The only thing flat earthers fear is sphere itself!

Why you shouldn't pop your pimples -- Really, you shouldn't

Popping pimples can be very tempting, but this is considered a bad idea by most dermatologists.

Some Surprising Facts Most People Don’t Know About DNA

Prime your knowledge on the blueprint of life.

How to Lose 20 Pounds in 20 Minutes, The Psychology of Clickbait

The science of why we always fall for clickbait.

Faulty findings, real appeal: the psychology of pseudoscience

Why do some people turn to pseudoscience, and why are they so hard to pry away from it?

Why the Amazon is the widest river in the world

A mammoth among rivers!

How fast hair grows, and other hairy science

There are many factors that determine how fast a person's hair grows.

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.

America's "Organic Dynasty"

Millenials love organics -- here's an overview of the impending revolution.

What are Prions -- the misfolded, confusing, and dangerous proteins

Proteins that cause illness are still baffling scientists.

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

The future is here.

Everything you need to know about anti-vaxxing

There are a lot of myths that have convinced people to resist vaccination -- don't be fooled.

The role of art in research with science illustrator Sarah Gluschitz

Tip of the hat to the people who make science books so, so pretty.

Dance and science -- an unlikely couple joining forces for a 'courageous' future

A unique experiment challenges all of us to fight for a sustainable future.

Who was Vlad the Impaler, the original Dracula?

Vlad left a bloody mark on history -- so why, then, is he treated with respect hundreds of years after he died?

How What You Eat Affects Your Mental Health     

They say you are what you eat -- and this goes for mental health, as well.

The Timeline of Human Evolution

We're taking you for a ride through evolutionary memory lane, carefully listing the members of our long family tree.

How a design and culture revolution could help us tackle our plastic problem

It's not a simple problem and it doesn't have a simple answer -- but here's what we can do.

What is iboga and can it actually cure opioid addiction?

Using a drug to get rid of drugs sounds counterintuitive, but it might just work.

The anti-plastic straw movement: What it is, Why it matters, and Is it a good thing?

We need to talk about plastic straws -- and about banning plastic straws.

The science of superstition – and why people believe in the unbelievable

Black cats, 13, lucky charms -- why do so many people fall for them?

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

Myths about Hay Fever -- and how to beat it

Hay fever is in full swing, and the myths are a-plenty.

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.

How Millennials are changing the face of the food industry

It's not all avocado and chia seeds.

'Tank Man': The iconic rebellious image that China doesn't want you to see

This picture sent ripples throughout the entire world on June 5, 1989, the morning after the Chinese military violently suppressed the Tiananmen Square protests.

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!

How many galaxies are there?

Talk about a big count!

Help win the war (for our planet) by planting a Climate Victory Garden

Fighting climate change is as easy as growing some food!

The most remote tribe in the world -- untouched and uncontacted

The amazing history of a tribe forgotten by time.

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