How Cities Choose and Relocate Those Massive Christmas Trees
Ever wonder where the huge Christmas tree at Rockefeller Plaza or other cities comes from? One person usually chooses the tree, and it takes a lot of effort to get it there. ...read more
Category: Discover Magazine
Why Does Marijuana Cause Panic Attacks in Some People?
Several different factors can cause marijuana-induced panic attacks. How it’s consumed and the amount are two main reasons. ...read more
It’s Rare, But a Lioness Can Grow a Mane
A lioness at the Topeka Zoo and others at least two other zoos — as well as a handful living in the wild — have grown manes. Why? ...read more
Scientists Grow First Plants in Lunar Soil
Good news for future long-term, off-world missions. ...read more
The Amazing Sound At Red Rocks Is 300 Million Years In The Making
A combination of naturally occurring geology and man-made architecture lend the famous music venue nearly perfect acoustics. ...read more
These 5 Species Were Almost Extinct, But Then Bounced Back
From storks to humpback whales, these five species demonstrate conservation success stories and nature's incredible ability to bounce back. ...read more
Serial Killers Have Rapidly Declined Since The 1980s
Since a dramatic peak in the 1980s, serial killers in the U.S. like Ted Bundy and Jeffrey Dahmer have been in decline for three decades. Experts have a few theories that can help explain why. ...read more
A 518-Million-Year-Old Worm Reveals Ancient Animal Ancestry
Scientists say that this ancient, armored worm may have served as the ancestor to several creatures that still survive today. ...read more
Why People In Iceland Are Safely Throwing Baby Puffins Off Cliffs
It’s perfectly normal to toss these adorable puffins off a cliff, and in Iceland, they call it puffling season. ...read more
Some Ex-Hurricanes Can Travel Across The Atlantic To Europe
Jet streams can re-energize ex-hurricanes, causing severe storms in Europe. ...read more