The No. 1 Belief That’s Secretly Running Your Whole Life — And A Test That Reveals Yours

A hidden belief system shapes how you read everything that happens to you.

Only 20% Of Humans Have A Dimple In Their Chin — An Evolutionary Biologist Explains Why

Only about 1 in 5 people have a chin dimple. An evolutionary biologist unpacks the genetics — and the deeper mystery of why humans have chins at all.

The Solution to the Power Grid’s Woes Might Just Be Sitting in Your Driveway

More electric vehicles are becoming capable of providing backup power at a time when the US is increasingly in need of more electrons.

Where To Get Safe Eclipse Glasses For Aug. 12’s Solar Eclipse

Here’s how to avoid counterfeit and unsafe eclipse glasses and ensure you buy safe products for Aug’ 12’s partial and total solar eclipse in Europe and North America.

Total Solar Eclipse ‘Map Of Nope’ Meme Is A Must-See Before August

The “Map of Nope” meme highlights a crucial distinction about total solar eclipses: unless you are in the path of totality, you will not experience totality.

Citizen Science Reveals A Hidden Map Of Sharks And Rays In Mozambique

Citizen science data from iNaturalist reveal 44 species of sharks and rays in Mozambique, covering about a third of known national diversity. Most records are from southern regions and many species are threatened, highlighting both the power and the bi…

Why Do Dogs Get ‘The Zoomies’ Right After A Bath? A Biologist Explains

A biologist explains the real science behind post-bath dog zoomies, from pent-up arousal release to a surprising theory about scent and self-recognition.

How Many Electrolytes Should You Be Taking, and Can You Have Too Many?

Electrolyte powders promise better hydration, energy, and recovery. But unless you’re losing serious fluid, water and food probably have you covered.

Contagious Cancer Found in North American Catfish

Scientists identified the first known cancer transmissible among freshwater fish in a lake that spans the US and Canada.

Total Solar Eclipse Sets Up Stunning Perseid Meteor Shower Peak

A total solar eclipse will be followed by the peak of the Perseid meteor shower on Aug. 12-13, creating one of 2026’s most spectacular astronomy events.