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New research on killer whales may shine a light on the evolutionary power of menopause.
Scientists exploring human neurons directly learn some remarkable things.
There's a lot we can do with current technology to help stem the tide of climate change, but future technology may help even more.
The age of the Universe is only 13.8 billion years, but we know that protons survive much longer. Here’s how. Since the discovery of radioactivity in the 19th century, humanity has […]
When you struggle with anxiety or depression, sex may be the last thing on your mind. But understanding the physiological and mental benefits of a healthy sex life can help it become a tool for well-being.
Sofia Gray
It doesn't matter where you're from — music is an emotional powerhouse.
It’s a pipe dream that violates the laws of physics, and not even quantum mechanics can give us a way out. One of the most fundamental rules of physics, undisputed since […]
Is the way we choose which animals to protect out of date?
If you're always succeeding, you're probably not learning much.
After 13.8 billion years, there’s still a whole lot that’s changing as time goes on. With each new year that comes upon us, there are a slew of new events awaiting […]
When facing a tough decision, it pays to trust your gut.
The blood, sweat, and tears might not be so intrinsic to the process after all.
Research has found that previously encountered information feels more "fluent."
Viral 'photo' is composite image, but other map shows true and growing size of devastation
Researchers believe that war exacerbates climate change, threatening the environment and making future wars more likely.
A new study in Human Reproduction says men have to keep moving.
If you were to compress the entire history of the Universe into one calendar year, everything we love happens on December 31st. Our Universe has been around for 13.8 billion years […]
Attractive women are especially likely to dress modestly, but only in certain scenarios.
Antisocial is a deep dive into the extremist views.