How the Age of Reptiles Began 250 Million Years Ago
After a mass extinction event, increasing heat temperatures helped ancient reptiles evolve into dinosaurs and other diverse species that thrived. ...read more
Author: Vishay Singh
Here’s Why Coronavirus Cases Are Surging in China
The removal of China's “Zero-COVID” containment policies render its people vulnerable to the virus. ...read more
Do 3,500 Calories Really Equal a Pound of Fat?
How a 65-year-old nutrition article perpetuated one of dieting’s greatest myths. ...read more
Is the Military Secretly Training an Army of Attack Dolphins?
Since the 1950s, the U.S. Navy has denied the existence of combat dolphins. But other countries may already deploy underwater assassins, trained to kill enemy divers in swift and gruesome ways. ...read more
Debunking 3 Common Climate Change Myths
Action to mitigate climate change is already underway — but misinformation threatens to sap public support for such interventions. ...read more
This Ancient Proto-City Was Plagued With Modern Urban Problems
9,000 years ago, the inhabitants of Çatalhöyük faced increased violence and declining health as they adapted to city living. ...read more
Why Are Emotions Contagious?
Moods and emotions can spread like a bad cold, but science isn’t sure why. ...read more
Does Snoozing Your Alarm Really Increase Sleepiness?
Snoozing the alarm doesn't necessarily mean you'll feel groggy the rest of the day. But it's important to get as much sleep as you can. ...read more
Dry January Can Help You Form Healthy Habits
Dry January is more than just a challenge; it can help lay the groundwork for a healthier year. ...read more
Watch as California Gets Bombed
Views from space show the Pacific bomb cyclone aiming an atmospheric river of water at North America's west coast. ...read more