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Reactions To Stephen Hawking’s Death Prove How Truly Beloved He Was

Stephen Hawking will forever be remembered for his discoveries, accomplishments, wit and so much more. Hawking passed away on March 14 at the age of 76. Despite his lifelong devotion to his...

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Stephen Hawking’s Theories On Everything, In His Own Words

Stephen Hawking was one of the most beloved scientists in this generation—not only for his intellect, but for his wit and humor. He died at the age of 76, and left behind provocative as well as...

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See Stephen Hawking’s Sense Of Humor In Action In This Funny Interview

Renowned physicist Stephen Hawking passed away on March 14 at the age of 76. He leaves behind a great legacy. His book, “A Brief History of Time,” was written to help non-scientists understand...

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See The Sweet Way The ‘The Big Bang Theory’ Cast Honored Stephen Hawking

People everywhere are mourning the death of physicist Stephen Hawking, who died on March 14 at the age of 76. The cast of “The Big Bang Theory” is especially feeling the loss, as he appeared on the...

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The Scientist Who Discovered A New Organ—The Mesentery—A Year Later

It’s not every day someone discovers something revolutionary about the human body, but last year Dr. J. Calvin Coffey was the first to identify the “mesentery,” a “new” organ that’s part of the...

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When Asked To Draw A Scientist, Kids Now More Likely To Draw Women Than Ever...

When you ask a kid to draw something, the resulting artwork can give you an important glimpse into how they see that subject, as well as giving subtle hints to how they view the world at large. Based...

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Could We Be Closer To Having A Male Birth Control Pill?

Could male birth control be coming to pharmacies soon? The latest iteration of male birth control is reportedly showing promise in early trials. This latest pill, called dimethandrolone undecanoate or...

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Live-streaming HD Video From The Moon’s Surface May Be Available By 2019

It’s been 49 years since America first put a man on the moon, and now a new milestone is in motion. As early as 2019, the moon may get its very own 4G network which will enable the first...

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This Team Filmed The Sea Floor Under Frozen Antarctica — And We’re Blown Away...

In 2018, it’s hard to imagine a place on Earth where intrepid pioneers haven’t touched, climbed or snapped a photo. There are few frontiers left. Naturally, one is under Antarctica, the “coldest,...

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Science Shows Your Friends’ Brain Activities Likely Mirror Your Own

I am lucky enough to have three people (not including my husband) I consider my best friends. All are loved equally, all for different reasons. I connect with all of them on a deeper level than, say,...

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Few People Can Write This Letter Of The Alphabet Correctly

It shouldn’t be complicated: write out a lower-case, print letter “g.” But if someone asked you to do this, would you be able to? You might think so, but you also might be wrong. A recent study that’s...

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Study: Babies Who Resemble Their Dad Are Healthier Than Those Who Don’t

A new study shows just how important it is for an infant’s health when a father is involved in childcare. But the reason why some dads are more involved may surprise you. A study titled “If Looks...

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Can Taking A Break From Dairy Cause Lactose Intolerance?

People may choose to take a break from dairy for a number reasons, like going on a diet, trying out veganism or visiting a country where it’s a rare commodity. But if you are an adult who consumes...

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How Many Hours Does It Take To Form A Friendship?

If you feel like it’s tough to make new friends, especially as you get older, you’re not alone. Good friends are hard to find, and at least part of the problem may lie in the fact that it takes a...

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Your Kids Can Watch Astronauts Read Popular Books From Space

Reading books to your kids is a great way both to bond and to foster a love of reading. But have you really done all you can to make books as appealing as possible? If you’re looking for a way to take...

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Hawaii May Be The First State To Ban Sunscreens That Are Destroying Coral Reefs

Did you know that the sunscreen you apply before you go swimming in the ocean is likely harming one of Mother Nature’s most important habitats? Coral reefs are not just beautiful — they are also home...

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Watch This 9-week-old Pug See Its Reflection For The First Time

Puppies are just about the cutest things to ever exist. The 9-week-old pug in the video below is no exception. In it, the adorable puppy comes face-to-face with her own image, for the very first time...

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Laurel Or Yanny? What Science Has To Say

As if we needed another thing to divide America. Some people who listen to this audio file hear one thing; others hear something completely different. It’s like it was put on the internet just to sow...

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Want To Live Longer? Scientists Suggest Sleeping In On The Weekends

Ever feel guilty or indulgent for sleeping in on the weekends? Well, you shouldn’t! Recent studies show that snoozing longer on Saturdays and Sundays can actually help you live longer. According to...

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How To Tell If Someone Is A Narcissist

Ever worry you’re friends with — or worse, in a relationship with — a complete narcissist? Well, there may be a way to determine whether someone actually is a narcissist, just by looking at them....

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Scientists Think They Have Discovered The Cause Of PCOS

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common hormonal disorder affecting women of reproductive age. Between 5 and 10 percent of women experience the condition. Until recently, however, its root...

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Meet The World’s Oldest Spider—who Lived To Age 43

In April 2018, the world’s oldest known spider died at the age of 43. While making it to only 43 years of age would be considered an untimely death for us humans, this female trapdoor tarantula living...

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Scientists Are Developing Contact Lenses That Would Let You Shoot Lasers From...

If you were a big fan of Superman or Cyclops growing up, boy do we have some exciting news for you. The University of St. Andrews in Scotland announced in a press release that researchers there have...

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Scientists Have Discovered Water In A Large Reservoir On Mars

Scientists have discovered a large underground lake on Mars, 12 miles wide, trapped below an ice cap on the Red Planet’s southern pole. For space science enthusiasts, this finding is a big deal, as...

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Mars Will Be Close To Earth On July 31

Mars is about to be the closest it’s been to Earth since 2003, giving us Earthlings the best view of the Red Planet in 15 years. According to Sky & Telescope magazine, the two planets’ centers...

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Scientists Believe They’ve Found A New Whale-dolphin Hybrid Near Hawaii

Dolphins and whales are already some of Mother Nature’s most extraordinary creatures — but, a combination of the two might be even better! Well, scientists have revealed their latest discovery: a...

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Why You Should Stop Staying ‘I’m Not A Math Person’ — Especially Around Kids

I’m still not certain what made me so anxious about math and science. It always just felt like a core part of my being. I can name all the teachers and mentors who fostered my love of writing, reading...

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Scientists Just Discovered A Coral Reef Off The Coast Of South Carolina

A major discovery this month could significantly change the currently dire status of the world’s coral reefs. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) discovered a huge series of...

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Study: Airport Security Trays Have More Germs Than Toilets

Airports have hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of guests streaming through every single year. Though it may not come as a total surprise, new research shows that those airport security trays...

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Here’s What You Need To Know About The Purple Ribbon In The Sky Named ‘Steve’

People have been tracking aurora-like ribbons of purple and white light in the northernmost latitudes since 2015. But according to new research, the celestial phenomenon that’s been lighting up the...

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Michelle Williams To Play Astronaut Christa McAuliffe In Challenger Movie

On Jan. 28, 1986, the U.S. space shuttle Challenger exploded just 73 seconds after lift-off from Cape Canaveral, Florida. All seven crew on board were killed. Among the dead were Christa McAuliffe, a...

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What’s Really In Your La Croix? Lawsuit Claims One Ingredient Is Used In...

Lots of people have kicked their soda habit in favor of sparkling flavored water, which they see as a healthier alternative. Most of these drinks have no calories or sugar, and claim to be made from...

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This NASA Engineer Created A Glitter Bomb Package To Get Back At Parcel Thieves

Retailers like Amazon have tried to implement solutions for stolen packages. But unfortunately, parcel theft is still all too common these days. Well, a couple of thieves stole from the wrong house...

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Rosé Strawberries And Raspberries Are In Stores Across The Country

Berry lovers know that the summer months are the peak time to enjoy this bit of nature’s candy. And here we finally are, with our berry bushes finally blooming. But just when you thought strawberry...

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Amazon Prime Deals: What To Know About DNA Tests

The Amazon Prime Day sale is coming up on July 15 and 16, and there are tons of deals to be had through the online retailer. Last year, one of the bestsellers as part of the sale was the 23andMe DNA...

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Scientists Captured A Starfish That Looks Just Like Ravioli On Video

Under the sea is a wild place full of fantastic creatures, from crazy new jellyfish to … starfish that looks like ravioli? Yes, you read that right! Scientists recently filmed the Plinthaster dentatus...

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Scientists Discovered Tiny, Glow-in-the-dark Pocket Sharks In The Gulf Of Mexico

They’re small. They glow in the dark. They have little pockets on their bodies. No, it’s not the latest toy or gadget to hit store shelves — it’s a new species of shark that scientists discovered in...

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How To See The Delta Aquarid Meteor Shower This Week

Around July 12 to Aug. 23 every year, it’s not uncommon to see shooting stars that are part of the annual Delta Aquarid meteor shower. August’s new moon brings a late-to-rise moon towards the end of...

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Scientists Spotted A Translucent Piglet Squid And It’s Actually Adorable

I grew up wanting to be a marine biologist. So to me, news that a super-rare piglet squid was photographed off the coast of remote Pacific territories is pretty exciting! And even if you didn’t have...

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The Sky In Florida Turned Purple After Hurricane Dorian

Florida may have been spared the worst of Hurricane Dorian, but the monster storm still made itself known after passing northward Wednesday. Folks in some parts of the state took to social media to...

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I Love Rewatching My Favorite TV Series—and Now Science Confirms It’s Good...

I admit it — I watch a lot of TV. I’ll try anything someone suggests, even caving to “Game of Thrones” after fighting my husband for several years because I don’t like “things with dragons”. I see...

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There Is A Scientific Explanation For Why Dogs Kick Their Feet Backward After...

Have you noticed that after your dog takes a poop outside, he tends to kick his feet backward in the grass afterward? While it may seem like a weird quirk, it’s actually a common habit among all dogs....

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This School’s Moldy Bread Experiment Shows How Many Germs Live On Students’...

If you’re a parent or a teacher, you probably say “wash your hands” more than any other phrase. Chances are, the kids in your life just don’t understand why hand-washing is such a big deal. Well,...

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The Newest Miss America Did A Science Experiment For Her Talent

There she is, Miss America — blowing stuff up in high heels and full makeup. Camille Schrier, Miss Virginia, wowed judges with her talent segment at the pageant: A colorful science demonstration with...

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Scientists Invented A Tool To ‘eat Away’ The Plaque That Causes Heart Disease

Scientists at Michigan State University and Stanford University recently announced a promising new treatment for heart disease: Tiny nanoparticles that can eat away at the plaque within blood vessels,...

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Clever Mom’s Simple Experiment Teaches Kids The Importance Of Washing Hands...

Need another teaching tool to get your kids to wash their hands? A fairly recent viral video shows a simple but powerful way to get your point across. Facebook user Kelly Rose Sarno shared a short...

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Make Cool ‘geode’ Eggs With Supplies You Already Have Around The House

Here’s a cool science project that could also double as a unique Easter decoration: Colorful eggs that use salt to create a crystalline “geode” effect. Best of all, you probably have the key...

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‘Science Guy’ Bill Nye Posts Viral TikTok Videos About Face Masks

Remember watching “Bill Nye the Science Guy” back in the ’90s? Well, the Science Guy is causing quite the sensation with his recent videos about face masks. Nye’s videos do what he does best: explain...

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Unique Periodic Table Shows How We Interact With Each Element In Our Everyday...

According to a survey carried out by Philadelphia-based nonprofit The Science History Institute, most Americans (59% of us) can’t name more than 10 of the 118 elements on the periodic table. And one...

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Send Your Name To Mars With This NASA Program

If you don’t fancy flying to the moon with Japanese billionaire Yusaku Maezawa in 2023, you could send your name to Mars instead. Let’s face it, it’s a lot easier and involves far less effort on your...

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