Where You Live Can Affect Your Life Expectancy More Than You Think
If you live in Mississippi, West Virginia, Alabama, Louisiana, or Tennessee, you might not like what this article has to say about your life expectancy.
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Polar Bear Fur Isn't Actually White
Looking at a polar bear, you'd probably assume its fur is white, but you'd be wrong, as it's really just an interesting trick the light plays.
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Why Exactly Do Humans Go Bald?
Baldness is a condition that affects a great many different people, and it's not always caused by the same things. Fittingly, there are a few ways to treat it.
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The Extremely Small Percentage Of Earth's Water That's Drinkable
It can be hard to wrap your mind around just how little of Earth's water is actually drinkable, even though there's so much of it.
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What Actually Happens When You Get Struck By Lightning?
If you've ever wondered what actually happens to your body when you get struck by lightning, we've got all the answers for you right here.
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Uranus Is Far Hotter Than We Thought, Scientists Find
According to scientists, Uranus is much hotter than previous data had led us to believe, which challenges what we thought we knew about the planet.
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South Korea Plans To Build A Moon Base By 2045
20 years from now, the Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA) wants to have a moon base - here's how the space agency plans to make that happen.
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This Is What Happens Where The Pacific And Atlantic Oceans Meet
The Pacific and Atlantic Oceans meet off the southernmost tip of South America, and many factors contribute to how fast they merge together.
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This Newly Discovered World Puts A Big Hole In The Planet Nine Theories
We still don't know for sure if there's a ninth planet in our solar system, but a new discovery could help to prove that Planet Nine doesn't exist.
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3 Common Causes Of Airplane Turbulence
Turbulence is caused by disturbances in the air, but today we know a great deal more than that, including the three most common causes of airplane turbulence.
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The 'World's Deadliest Spider' Is Only Found In One Country In The World
Like most spiders, it's the females of this species that are larger than the males. However, it is the males most responsible for bites to humans.
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How Many Meteors Actually Hit Earth Every Year?
Meteors can light up the sky in the form of shooting stars, but they often burn up in the atmosphere. Some are able to make it through, however.
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Volcanic Eruptions May Be Caused By Mysterious 'BLOBS' Under The Earth
New research suggests that mysterious "BLOBS" under the Earth could actually be driving volcanic activity.
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This New Study Challenges Long-Standing Beliefs About Autism
New research challenges long-standing beliefs about how the human brain interprets body parts and intentions in those with autism.
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Scientists Found A 100 Million-Year-Old 'Zombie Fungus' Preserved In Amber
Researchers have discovered a 100-million-year-old zombie fungus preserved in amber, giving us a glimpse into ancient times.
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Using Cannabis Can Make Lasting Changes To Your Body's Epigenetic Code
Research shows that long-term cannabis use can change your body's epigenetic code, affecting the genes your body relies on.
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It's Time To Get Serious About Nuclear Space Travel, New Study Urges
A new paper from former NASA administrators suggests it is finally time to take nuclear space travel seriously.
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Earth's Largest Waterfall Isn't The One You'd Expect
Have you ever wondered what Earth's largest waterfall is? While a few might come close, there's only one that truly sets itself apart.
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Perseids: How To Watch One Of 2025's Most Spectacular Meteor Showers
The best meteor shower of 2025 will feature hundreds of meteors per hour, but you'll want to catch it sooner rather than later.
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Blue Sharks Might Actually Be Some Of Nature's Most Unexpected Chameleons
New research suggests that blue sharks may actually be some of the best chameleons in the world, but we still have to prove it.
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NASA Just Snapped The Closest Photos Of The Sun Ever Taken
NASA's Parker Solar Probe has set yet another record by taking the closest images of the Sun anyone has ever seen.
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This Volcano In Alaska Has Been Dormant For Over 100 Years, But Now It's Rumbling
New reports suggest the Iliamna Volcano in Alaska is rumbling after 100 years of dormancy, but NASA says an eruption isn't imminent.
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Tons Of Invisible Plastics Are Hiding In Our Oceans
New research claims that tons of invisible nanoplastics are hiding in our oceans, raising even more concerns about plastic pollution.
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Big Dams May Have Changed How The Earth Rotates, New Study Finds
New research has uncovered that the construction of water dams has shifted Earth's poles in subtle but important ways.
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Air Pollution Can Cause Cancer In Never Smokers, New Study Finds
New research suggests that being exposed to air pollution for long periods can have similar effects to smoking and aging.
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This Is Why Moonlight Changes Colors
Ever wondered why moonlight seems to change color depending on the night? Well, here's what you need to know.
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This Company Could Save NASA's Doomed Martian Sample Return Mission
NASA's Mars Sample Return mission has long been a point of contention for the agency, but now someone might have a plan to save it.
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