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Finding Leech DNA In Unexpected Places
Leeches, known for their blood-sucking behavior, can help scientists track endangered wildlife by analyzing the DNA of animals…
First, Drink Up
The “modern beverage era” began relatively recently in human history, as early humans primarily drank water for most…
Is There a Link Between Pregnancy and Cancer?
After childbirth, an individual’s breast cancer risk can both increase and decrease. Initially, the risk rises due to…
The Elephant Trunk’s Tale
Around 20 million years ago, proboscideans, the ancestors of modern elephants, began expanding from Africa and Arabia into…
The Story of Azurite
Azurite, a naturally occurring copper carbonate mineral, has been a blue pigment for thousands of years, particularly in…
We’re Paying Europa a VIsit
NASA’s Europa Clipper, launching in October 2024, will embark on a five-and-a-half-year journey to explore Jupiter’s moon Europa.…
Snakes Live Rent-Free In Our Heads
The hypothesis suggests that humans and other primates quickly evolved to recognize snakes as a survival mechanism. This…
We Waste Gold. Regularly.
In 2022, humanity threw away an estimated 270,000 kilograms of gold, worth $15 billion, primarily through discarded electronics.…
Underwater… Weather?
The ocean has its own version of “weather” systems, including fronts, eddies, and gravity waves. These systems are…
The Truth About Commercial Airplanes
Despite not being locked, airplane doors cannot be opened mid-flight due to the significant pressure difference between the…