The Best Mosquito Deterrents: From Zappers to DEET to Wearable Gadgets
Few things can ruin a warm summer evening faster than the high-pitched whine of a mosquito zeroing in on…
How Animals Have Helped Create Life-Saving Medicines and Treatments
When people talk about medical breakthroughs, it’s easy to focus on the brilliant scientists, cutting-edge technology, and long clinical…
Think You’re a Weather Expert? Prove It with These Tricky Terms
Weather affects us every day, yet so many common terms and concepts are widely misunderstood. If you’ve ever wondered…
Are Humans The Only Ones Who Hug? And Why We Need A Hug.
Hugging is one of the simplest and most powerful forms of human connection. It can comfort, heal, and even…
Microplastics Pose Health Risks. Here’s How to Reduce Your Exposure at Home and Beyond
Microplastics, tiny plastic particles less than 5 millimeters in size, have become a widespread environmental and public health concern….
Are GMO Foods a Health Risk? How Can You Tell If Something is GMO?
Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are plants, animals, or microorganisms whose DNA has been altered using genetic engineering. This process…
Lab-Grown Diamonds vs. Natural: Differences, Certifications & Alternatives Like Moissanite and CZ
Diamonds have long held a place of reverence in the jewelry world, celebrated for their brilliance, durability, and symbolism…
12 Pantry Staples That Might Be Expired—and Why You Should Check
Pantry staples are the unsung heroes of the kitchen, offering convenience and reliability. However, many of these items sit…
Scientists Pioneer ‘Woolly Mice’ in Quest to Revive Woolly Mammoths
The revival of the woolly mammoth, an iconic species of the Pleistocene epoch, has long fascinated scientists and the…
A New Study Finds That Men With Better Sperm Live Longer
A new study out of Denmark finds that men with better sperm quality at young ages seem to live longer than those who have weak swimmers. Before you ask the men in your life to provide semen samples for predictive purposes, however, you should know that researchers still don’t understand why this association exists or what it means. (Other than, you know, the obvious: healthy men make healthy sperm and healthy men tend to live longer connection.)
They’re transitioning the mice! They’re transitioning the rats!
Where’s DOGE when you need them? I have a perfect example of government waste that could be cancelled before we piss away money on it, but that seems unlikely since it was just announced last week and appears to be an RFK Jr. wet dream.
Can You Handle the Heat? Why Some of Us Seek Spicy Food and Others Shy Away
Ever wonder why some people chase the burn of spicy food while others can’t handle more than a dash…
Why Daylight Saving Time Messes Us Up—And What Science Says About Fixing It
Twice a year, we go through a collective groan as we either gain or lose an hour of sleep…
How Colors Shape Our Emotions and Actions
Have you ever noticed how certain colors make you feel a specific way? Maybe a soft blue room makes…
What The Heck? As If Getting Old Wasn’t Bad Enough, Now You Are Losing Your Sense Of Taste And Smell? Why?
As people age, subtle changes in the senses are common, but one of the most frustrating and often overlooked…
Ancient Survivors: The Oldest Animals, Fish & Plants Still Thriving on Our Planet
Our world is teeming with life, but some creatures have been around for so long that they make modern…
Think Seed Oils Are Toxic? Here’s What Science Actually Says
We hope by now you are not looking to TikTok or other social media as the sole arbiter of…
When Should You See a Doctor About a Headache?
We’ve all had headaches. Some are mild and go away with a bit of rest, while others feel like…
When Biology & Bigotry Collide: Trump’s Anti-Trans Executive Order Gets The Science Wrong
This commentary is a repost from “Sex on Wednesdays” by Martha Kempner on Substack. Find her other articles on The Queen…
24 Major Medical & Scientific Discoveries That Happened By Mistake
The history of medicine is replete with serendipitous discoveries that have revolutionized healthcare and saved countless lives. Many groundbreaking…
What Science Actually Knows About Life After Death
For as long as humans have been able to contemplate, the question of what happens after death has fascinated…
Rethinking ADHD: Is It a Disorder or a Difference?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has long been classified as a neurodevelopmental disorder. It affects millions of individuals worldwide…
10 Unexpected Ways AI Is Changing the World
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved from a futuristic concept to a transformative force impacting numerous aspects of our…
10 Revolutionary Food Tech Breakthroughs That Transformed Our Eating Habits
The intersection of food and technology has led to remarkable innovations that have fundamentally changed how we produce, prepare,…
Why Electric Vehicles (EVs) Can Burst Into Flames
Electric vehicles (EVs) are rapidly becoming a cornerstone of sustainable transportation. They promise reduced greenhouse gas emissions and lower…