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Where Does Astronaut Poop End Up?
It burns up in the atmosphere like a fecal shooting star.
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Temple University Welcomes Tree Bred to Grow 40 Different Fruits
Artist Sam Van Aken grafted a tree that grows dozens of fruit varieties from a single trunk.
That Sugar Rush Is All in Your Head—But Here’s Why It Happens
Scientists claim that sugar rushes aren’t actually as real as you might think, but the origins of this myth go back deep into American history.
97-Year-Old Galápagos Tortoise Breaks Record as First-Time Mom
A nearly century-old Galápagos tortoise welcomed four babies recently, boosting a critically endangered population.
This Interactive Map Shows You Where Your Food Comes From
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Why Crouching During a Lightning Storm Is Probably a Bad Idea
Guidance on kneeling when lightning strikes is well-intentioned, but it’s actually not the best course of action.
Can We Have Babies in Space?
If humans ever become a multi-planet species, some would have to spend years in space. And researchers have definitely speculated whether space travel would allow for reproduction.
Yes, People Fart More on Planes—Here’s Why
There’s a scientific explanation for why folks fart more on airplanes, but it doesn’t make it any less aggravating.
What Did Dinosaurs Sound Like? This 3D-Printed Fossil Instrument Gives You an Idea
Did dinosaurs really roar? Artists Courtney Brow and Cezary Gajewski challenge this idea with 3D-printed skulls that bring prehistoric sounds to life.
How Do Cats Purr?
We know cats purr for a variety of reasons. But the actual mechanics of how they make their signature sound remains unclear.
Listen to a Shark ‘Chirp’ in First-of-Its-Kind Audio Recording
For the first time, researchers have documented a shark producing sound.
Do Dogs Enjoy Movies?
Videos of dogs watching the animated film “Flow” have gone viral recently, and science backs up the adorable phenomenon.
11 Space Facts That Will Change Your Perspective
If the sun were the size of a basketball, the Earth would be no larger than a pinhead.
Sent DNA to 23andMe? Here’s How to Delete Your Data
With 23andMe filing for bankruptcy on March 23, your genetic information might be vulnerable. Here’s how to delete it.
Brave Octopus Filmed Hitchhiking on a 10-Foot Shark
A Maori octopus was spotted clinging to a shortfin mako shark, leaving scientists puzzled.
What Is the Tetris Effect?
Anyone who has ever played ‘Tetris’ knows how addictive the ’80s video game can be. Scientists say the Tetris Effect may even have psychological benefits for people coping with PTSD.
New Device Could Allow Your Houseplants to Communicate When They’re Stressed
Researchers have created a sensor that monitors plant stress, which could one day be a game-changer for anyone with a black thumb.
Why Deep-Diving Seals Don’t Drown
Scientists at the University of St. Andrews found that seals can detect blood oxygen levels, allowing them to plan dives and avoid drowning.
This Smart Ring Translates Sign Language in Real Time
Cornell’s SpellRing could change the ASL translation game.
5 Fast Facts About the Spring Equinox
Wondering when the first day of spring is in 2025? Here’s everything you need to know about the vernal equinox.
10 Times Animals Changed History
History is teeming with unlikely heroes—these ones just happen to have feathers and fur.
What Happens If You Shoot a Gun in Space?
Space shootouts are possible. The Soviets proved it.
Learn Amazing Facts About Women Scientists With Kari Byron
The former MythBusters host and co-founder of the National STEM Festival tells us what emerging tech she thinks kids today won’t be able to live without—and what we can expect from the podcast she’s launching with fellow MythBuster Tory Belleci.
How Do Astronauts Breathe in Space?
Engineers have had to come up with some interesting ways to generate oxygen for astronauts in the vacuum of space.