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Asking for help is actually really good for you, according to scienceAugust 22, 2024 – From ancient survival tactics to modern mental health, human connection is vital. Here’s how small acts of kindness can make a big difference.
Indica vs. sativa: Science suggests there’s not actually a differenceAugust 09, 2024 – Have you heard that sativa is an upper and indica is a downer? It's not quite that simple. Here's what cannabis research shows is really affecting your high.
Trouble sleeping on planes? These science-backed tips will help you snooze while flyingJuly 10, 2024 – From neck support to noise canceling headphones, these travel hacks are scientifically proven to help support sleep.
Is the 5-second rule true? Science finally has an answer.May 10, 2024 – Step away from the cookie.
How citizen science projects are safeguarding wildlife in Costa Rican rainforestsApril 15, 2024 – Deep in the Costa Rican rainforests, where howler monkeys and pumas roam, conservationists are working alongside travellers on new citizen science projects, introducing hi-tech processes to safeguard biodiversity.
The adorable clouded tiger cat is brand-new to science—and already under threatApril 23, 2024 – Scientists have suspected a unique small cat roamed Central and South America for more than a decade, but it took intense genetic work and 40 experts to put all the pieces together.
When does old age begin? Science says later than you might thinkMay 01, 2024 – Today's 60 year olds don't feel as old as a generation ago. New data suggests old age is more of a social construct than an objective biological reality.
Being organized can actually improve mental health. This is why.January 11, 2024 – A slew of studies demonstrate the perils of clutter, and how organizing your environment can boost your mood and productivity and reduce stress and anxiety. So why is it so hard?
Can energy drinks really boost your metabolism? Here’s what the science says.August 21, 2024 – While fitness influencers tout energy drinks as metabolism stimulants, experts reveal whether these beverages actually help you shed pounds.
Keep mosquitoes away with these simple tips, backed by scienceJuly 17, 2024 – The skinny on mosquitoes, including repellents, gear, and prevention strategies at home and abroad.
What does rose water do? Here's a look at the scienceJuly 03, 2024 – This liquid distilled from rose petals has been used to allegedly cure everything from memory problems to aging, dating back thousands of years. But what do researchers say?
Could 'The Last of Us' or 'Jurassic Park' really happen? We asked scientists about sci-fi movies.December 29, 2023 – Science fiction often exaggerates or distorts science for dramatic effect—but many movies and TV shows have a nugget of realism at their core.
These microbes break you down when you die. Are they a key to forensic science?July 12, 2024 – Scientists are studying the microbes that take over your body when you die to answer some of the thorniest questions—from time of death to where the bodies are buried.
Are women really more sensitive to cold? Here’s what the science says.July 11, 2024 – Do you tend to run hot or are you always freezing? Here’s what science says about why—and what it means for your health and productivity.
Love Epsom salt baths? Here's how they affect your body, according to scienceJune 26, 2024 – People have been scooping this salt into their baths for centuries to restore their magnesium levels and relieve stress. But experts say that’s not quite how it works.
How did the universe begin—and what were its early days like?August 16, 2024 – The most popular theory of our universe's origin centers on a cosmic cataclysm unmatched in all of history—the big bang.