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At first glance, these marine mammals seem virtually identical. But take a closer look and you’ll see that the differences between seals vs. sea lions really do stack up.

Rice can't save your iPhone from water damage, but other strategies can.

The Fountain of Youth, painted in 1546 by German artist Lucas Cranach the Elder.

Punta Gorda locals have been swearing by the mystical properties of a radioactive water fountain for a century.

Vienna’s Wienflussportal, showing the spot where the Vienna River emerges from its underground course.

Discover the hidden rivers buried beneath cities around the world. From Moscow to Tokyo, explore the history and modern efforts to reopen these forgotten waterways.

Atmospheric rivers slammed Southern California in February 2024 and caused widespread floods and mudslides.

Explore the role of these weather systems in transporting moisture from the tropics and spreading it worldwide.

Glugging tap water on a plane is a terrible idea.

A photo of the Bayou Corne sinkhole taken shortly after it appeared on August 3, 2012.

The residents of Bayou Corne, Louisiana, woke up one morning in 2012 and found a gigantic sinkhole devouring their town.

It's got just a hint of Head and Shoulders.

Who wants to buy a round of wastewater brews for the gang?

Diving into a pool or lake to escape bees could result in a death worthy of a 'Final Destination' movie.

Shark attacks are rare—and when they do happen, they’re usually not deadly.

If you've always wanted to live in a lighthouse, now is your chance.

Pranksters claim putting someone’s hand in warm water while they sleep will make them wet the bed. Does this actually work?

Once you’ve learned a few key things about your garden, you’ll know how often you should grab a hose and start watering.

Swimming is an all-body workout—bladder included.

Going for a dip? You'll probably have a wee bit of trouble. Here's why.

Everything except volleyball players, we mean.

A quick and simple trick can revive wilted greens in less time than it takes to go grocery shopping.

We pay billions for something that comes out of a faucet for pennies. Here’s why.

'Nature's Pitfall' by Samantha Stephens.

Slime mold definitely had a moment—but it’s hard to beat two dead salamanders floating in a carnivorous plant.

Dubai Has Built the World’s Deepest Pool

Deep Dive Dubai plunges 197 feet beneath ground level and holds 14 million liters of water.

Which of these water types is better? We have an answer.

“It just tastes funny” is only part of the difference between hard water vs. soft water.

You won't have to head to sea to see some icebergs.

Every spring, hundreds of icebergs drift by the waters of Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada.

The ‘Chicagwa’ cans, designed by Chicago-based artists, are filled with Lake Michigan’s finest drinking water.

In this video, a scuba diver demonstrates what happens to a raw egg 60 feet below the ocean's surface.

Filtered tap water is likely going to be cheaper, with little difference in taste.

What’s the Difference Between Seals and Sea Lions?

Want to Get Water Out of Your iPhone? Apple Says Using Rice Is Not a Good Idea

Florida’s “Fountain of Youth” Could Be a Radioactive Water Spigot, Some Locals Claim

10 Rivers Buried Under Cities

What Is an Atmospheric River?

The Reason Why You Can’t Drink Airplane Bathroom Water

When a Lake Swallowed the Earth: The Story of the Louisiana Sinkhole

Waste Not: This Beer Is Made From Recycled Shower Water

Bee Wary: Why You Should Never Jump Into Water to Avoid a Bee Attack

This Interactive Shark Attack Map Shows It’s Safe to Go Back in the Water

Feeling Adventurous? The U.S. Government Is Giving Away Lighthouses

Does the ‘Hand in Warm Water’ Trick Really Make People Pee in Their Sleep?

How Often Should You Water Your Garden?

The Reason Swimming Makes You Need to Pee

Why Does Sand Stick to Everything?

Use Warm Water to Revive Wilted Lettuce With This Simple Kitchen Hack

Why Is Bottled Water So Expensive?

See 11 Stunning Images From the 4th Annual Close-Up Photographer of the Year Competition

A Dive in the World’s Deepest Indoor Pool Is Not for the Faint of Heart

What’s the Difference Between Hard and Soft Water?

11 Cool Facts About Iceberg Alley

Chicago Is Giving Out Specially Designed Cans of Its Classic Lake Michigan Tap Water

Watch What Happens When You Crack an Egg Underwater

Is There Really Such a Big Difference Between Bottled Water and Tap Water?