22 things you didn't know about cows
November 14, 2019, 11:27 a.m. by Melissa Breyer
In which we reveal that cows not only can swim, but can also smell things from 6 miles away.
7 superhuman senses
November 13, 2019, 4:38 p.m. by Sidney Stevens
Scientists are discovering that a few of us are capable of amazing feats, some of which seem more superhero than human.
Pets are good for your health, and we have the studies to prove it
November 11, 2019, 12:29 p.m. by Sidney Stevens
Check out the ways your 4-legged friends enhance your physical and emotional health.
12 interesting facts about the lefties we love
November 11, 2019, 11:59 a.m. by Angela Nelson
Like, why are there so many left-handed athletes, and how come they're so good at math?
What you need to know about measles
November 1, 2019, 11:06 a.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
It can weaken the immune system for years afterward.
10 reasons swearing is good for you
October 31, 2019, 1:40 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
A colorful oath or spirited expletive can heal the body and soul. (We have the science to prove it.)
5 cool facts about Australia's mystical Uluru
October 25, 2019, 11:26 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
Formed hundreds of millions of years ago, the sacred site is now closed to climbers.
5 surprising facts about the creepy-cute aye-aye
October 22, 2019, 10:24 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
This unusual animal easily freaks people out, but it's one amazing creature.
Przewalski's horses: 10 things you didn't know about the last 'wild' horses on Earth
October 16, 2019, 10:56 a.m. by Jaymi Heimbuch
These small, stocky horses have a fascinating history.
7 surprising health benefits of mushrooms
October 9, 2019, 8:10 a.m. by Angela Nelson
'Magic' indeed: Many varieties are packed with vitamins, immunity-boosters and cancer-fighting properties.
8 surprising facts about pigs
October 8, 2019, 2:37 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
What better time to learn a thing or two than the Year of the Pig,
6 amazing benefits of garlic
October 3, 2019, 1:22 p.m. by Mary Jo DiLonardo
Outside of the kitchen, garlic can help your body in many ways.
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Ice-skating babushka is today's moment of zen
71-year-old woman skates across Lake Baikal to gather her wandering cows.
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Why is ice so slippery?
The answer may be stranger than friction.
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25 of the best foods for food donations
Food banks need your help providing healthy foods.
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A fox and a snowy owl met on a winter night
They came. They danced. They may have tried to eat each other.
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How 'hygge' can help you get through winter
The vague cultural concept doesn't translate easily, but it works for Denmark.
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11 home remedies for laryngitis
You're hoarse and you've lost your voice. Here's what might help.
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Why don't birds' feet freeze in the cold?
Despite what you may think, birds manage just fine in the freezing cold.
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