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They call it stupid hot for a reason: Heat muddles animal brains
As temperatures rise, some creatures pick fights while others struggle to learn. The consequences of these behavioral changes may ripple through ecosystems.
This creepy blob robot will keep going even if you break its legs
While Argus looks like a sea urchin, its designers took cues from physics, not biology.
Is storm chasing really like the movies?
Real life storm chaser and meterologist Cyrena Arnold unpacks reality from Hollywood fantasy.
Breathing on this chip reveals a secret message
The hidden image only becomes visible when humidity levels surpass 60 percent.
How you can help NASA (even if you failed math)
The agency is calling for poets, songwriters, and more who are inspired by space. And the ‘moon joy’ will keep on rolling.
Rare hybrid sea turtle released back into the ocean after rescue
Earl grey is the offspring of two different species.
Is rubbing your eyes bad for you?
Two eye specialists explain what’s behind the urge to rub and what to do about it.
What’s the safest swimsuit color? Skip blue and black.
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