The Worst Monsoon Disasters In History
While monsoons are simply a change in wind, they can also bring lots of rain and subsequent flooding, causing disaster.
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The 1967 Program That Eerily Predicted Many Facets Of Modern Life
From "The Jetsons" to "The Matrix," "The Terminator" to "The Last of Us," it's clear that humanity is more than a bit obsessed with its own fate.
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'Natural Causes' Is One Of The Most Common Deaths Globally, But What Does It Actually Mean?
'Natural causes' is one of the most common deaths globally and one we often hear about for celebrities. It sounds vague, but here's what it actually means.
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These Theories Will Change The Way You Think About Dreaming
Dreams can get a bit bizarre. They follow their own logic, seem full of abstract occurrences or physically impossible scenarios, and are sometimes disturbing.
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How To Survive A Plane Crash, According To Experts
Many passengers are not aware of the fact that they can survive if they know what to do if a plane crash happens. So, let's talk about what the experts advise.
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The Many Reasons People Experience Birthday Depression
It's birthday time! A time to celebrate your lack of death since birth. But for various reasons, many people instead experience birthday depression.
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Here's Why A Honeybee Sting Is Worse For The Bee
Bee stings: They're not fun, and if you're allergic to bee venom, they can be deadly. Interestingly, here's why a bee sting is worse for the bee.
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Researchers In China May Have Discovered The Oldest Flush Toilet In The World
What are we to make of a 2,400-year-old flush toilet -- an honest-to-goodness pipe-and-bowl flush toilet -- discovered in China in 2022?
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Mummified Bodies Uncovered In 17th-Century Italy Still Puzzle Scientists
If you were in Venzone, Italy in the country's northeast Alps circa 1647 or so, you might have spotted a mummy propped against a wall like a mannequin.
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The Torino Scale: The Measurement Of Asteroid Impact Explained
Scientists say an asteroid is poised to possibly hit Earth in 2046, but it's only a 1 on the Torino scale. Here's the measurement of asteroid impact explained.
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The Scary Way Neil DeGrasse Tyson Thinks The Universe Will End
The scary way Neil DeGrasse Tyson thinks the world will end is dramatic, but no need to worry. If it happens it will be a cool 22 billion years from now.
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How America's Pharmaceutical Industry Got Out Of Control
Drug companies in America have long enjoyed less oversight of their business practices. Here's how America's pharmaceutical industry got out of control.
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The James Webb Telescope Discovery That Defies How We View The Universe
The James Webb Space Telescope has taken pictures of entire galaxies spinning in the void 500 to 700 million years after the universe formed.
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Earth's Inner Core Has Another Layer Inside: A Gigantic Metal Ball
Earth's inner core has another, newly discovered layer inside: a gigantic metal ball comprised of nickel and iron.
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People Who Got Into Big Trouble For Selling Body Parts
The illegal sale of cadavers and organs has become a serious problem in the U.S. and elsewhere. Here are people who got into big trouble for selling body parts.
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Donating Your Body To Science? Funeral Planning Expert Tells Us What Your Family Can Expect
Many difficult decisions need to be made when a loved one dies. If you're considering donating your body to science, there are some things to take into account.
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Here's How Much You Can Have Of These Regular Things Before They Kill You
Laundry detergent isn't the only thing in your house that can be toxic. In high enough quantities, even some everyday substances like salt can be deadly.
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Why Does Time Move Only In One Direction?
At some point, folks might have wondered the same question that's plagued philosophers and physicists for a long, long time: "Is time real?"
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The Scientific Reason Humans Laugh
Laughter is an integral part of human interaction and helps people form bonds. This is the scientific reason why humans laugh.
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Why Orca Moms Tend To Show Favoritism Towards Their Sons
Researchers have found that one type of orca mom tends to show favoritism toward their sons into adulthood. Here's why they think that happens.
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The NASA Lasers That Made The Hawaiian Sky Look Like The Matrix
Many flock to Hawaii to view its beautiful scenery and breathtaking night sky. However, NASA lasers made that sky look like something out of "The Matrix."
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Some Theories Suggest Dinosaurs Died Out Quicker Than Previously Thought
Dinosaurs were some of the most formidable, powerful, and ferocious animals in history. But some theories suggest they died out quicker than previously thought.
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The Risky And Bizarre Way That The Moon Could Reduce Global Warming
You know that whole global warming thing? Well how about we bypass all the hard work of figuring out a sensible, rational, cooperative way of dealing with it?
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Scientific Reasons Why You Dislike Someone
You go into work one day and see that one co-worker you can't stand. But why can't you tolerate this person? There's a science behind why we dislike someone.
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The Fungus-Killing Compound Scientists Have Named After Keanu Reeves
When it came to naming a new fungus-killing compound, scientists turned to one of Hollywood's most reliable and recognizable action stars: Keanu Reeves.
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How Cavefish Could Give Clues Into The Next Steps Of Human Evolution
How Mexican cavefish who live in darkness and have no predators nor currents to swim against could give clues into the next steps of human evolution.
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The Kenyan Discovery Throwing A Shadow Of Doubt Onto Our Understanding Of Evolution
The planet is full of yet-to-be-found discoveries. A recent fining in Kenya is throwing a shadow of doubt onto our understanding of evolution.
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