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The Japanese Baby Shortage
The Japanese Baby Shortage
It’s not about growth, it’s about survival — a cautionary tale to the developed
Richard Gordon
Jun 20
Jupiter’s Great Red Spot is Not the Spot We Thought
Jupiter’s Great Red Spot is Not the Spot We Thought
Oops! New analysis reveals Cassini’s 1665 superstorm discovery was not the one we see today
Robert Roy Britt
Jun 19
Do Eye Exercises Really Improve Sight?
Do Eye Exercises Really Improve Sight?
Ads promise you can throw away your glasses. You might want to keep them around to read the actual science, however.
The Conversation U.S.
Jun 18
Why are Animals Shrinking Worldwide?
Why are Animals Shrinking Worldwide?
Mammals, birds, fish, lizards and bugs are downsizing dramatically, a clear sign something’s up
Robert Roy Britt
Jun 17
What Happens if Kids Swallow Toothpaste Every Day?
What Happens if Kids Swallow Toothpaste Every Day?
Can you overdose on toothpaste?
Sam Westreich, PhD
Jun 17
Could a Supernova Destroy Earth?
Could a Supernova Destroy Earth?
What would it look like if the apocalypse came from space instead of our own failures?
Rebecca Jean T.
Jun 13
Why Does Pizza Taste So Good?
Why Does Pizza Taste So Good?
Pizza might seem like a simple food, but it’s uniquely equipped to excite our brains and thrill our taste buds.
The Conversation U.S.
Jun 12
About Aha! Science
About Aha! Science
Aha! celebrates science by revealing amazing discoveries and images from our world and beyond and exploring life’s most intriguing, strange…
Robert Roy Britt
Jan 1
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Elephants Call Each Other by Name
Elephants Call Each Other by Name
Or, as the elephant said: Humans finally learned our names.
Robert Roy Britt
Jun 10
Do Men and Women Really Communicate Differently?
Do Men and Women Really Communicate Differently?
Comprehending the opposite sex can be exasperating. But the gender gaps are not as wide as you think.
Kathleen Murphy
May 28
Counting Crows: These Birds Tally Like Toddlers
Counting Crows: These Birds Tally Like Toddlers
We knew crows were smart. But now they’re counting out loud!
Robert Roy Britt
May 24
Tornadoes Behaving Badly: Mysterious, Ominous New Twists
Tornadoes Behaving Badly: Mysterious, Ominous New Twists
Outsized outbreaks, twisted sisters, and more nighttime havoc create new threats way beyond Tornado Alley
Kathleen Murphy
Jun 7
What are Roads Made Of?
What are Roads Made Of?
Pavement is a lot more complex and varies than you might think. This materials engineer explains.
The Conversation U.S.
Jun 3
Bicycles vs. Mopeds vs. Cars: Which is Most Efficient?
Bicycles vs. Mopeds vs. Cars: Which is Most Efficient?
For fuel economy, the best number of wheels is two. And the most efficient one might surprise you.
Matt Traverso
Jun 10
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