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When Everything Spirals
When Everything Spirals
Spirals are beautiful in nature, not so much in human nature
Robert Roy Britt
Aug 12
Promising Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks Aug. 11–12
Promising Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks Aug. 11–12
Here’s how to catch a shooting star, and what to expect
Robert Roy Britt
Aug 8
How is Coffee Decaffeinated?
How is Coffee Decaffeinated?
And—surprise—it’s never really decaf, this chemist explains
The Conversation U.S.
Aug 6
Walk vs. Run: Which is Most Efficient?
Walk vs. Run: Which is Most Efficient?
When you’re trying to conserve energy, the fastest way to travel isn’t usually the best
Matt Traverso
Aug 5
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Can We Turn Mars into Another Earth?
Can We Turn Mars into Another Earth?
Here’s what would have to be done to make the red planet livable
The Conversation U.S.
Jul 31
Why Does Earth Have Only 1 Moon While Saturn Has 146?
Why Does Earth Have Only 1 Moon While Saturn Has 146?
You might think the answer is simple. But there are two theories.
The Conversation U.S.
Jul 17
How was Popcorn Discovered?
How was Popcorn Discovered?
An archaeologist explains its likely appeal to people thousands years ago
The Conversation U.S.
Jul 24
Flying Can Take a Toll on Your Skin
Flying Can Take a Toll on Your Skin
Simple steps to protect your largest organ at 30,000 ft
Annie Foley
Jul 23
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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How Often Should You Poop?
How Often Should You Poop?
Frequency varies dramatically with the type of pooper you are
Dr. Julian Barkan
Feb 20
How Often Should You Pee?
How Often Should You Pee?
What ‘having to go’ says about your health
Robert Roy Britt
May 16, 2022
What Causes Bad Breath?
What Causes Bad Breath?
New science uncovers the exact cause of halitosis. Here’s how to avoid it.
Annie Foley
Mar 14
My Wife is a Mosquito Magnet. I’m Not. Why?
My Wife is a Mosquito Magnet. I’m Not. Why?
Some people just naturally attract mosquitoes. However, certain things can make anyone significantly more attractive to them.
Warren Thurlow
Mar 21
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