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Dogs

Why do dogs tilt their heads? It isn’t just cute.

It's all about being able to listen and process information better.

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Fitness Gear

These Skechers sandals won’t ruin your feed and they’re all BOGO 50% off right now

The wrong pair of sandals can do serious damage to your feet, but there are tons of models in the Skechers lineup that provide the support you need.

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Tech Hacks

How to refresh your phone without upgrading it

You don't necessarily have to spend money on a new phone.

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Agriculture

Biodegradable wash keeps grapes fresh for 2 weeks at room temperature

The cheap solution also rinses away up to 94 percent of pesticides.

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Engineering

3D-printed suitcase includes foldout table, cup holder, and a secret snack compartment

The bespoke luggage is decked out with accessories. But is it travel worthy?

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Spiders

New spider named for Pink Floyd devours bugs 6x its size

Maybe the tiny hunter should've been named after Metallica?

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Cameras

GoPro’s new Mission 1 camera system includes a large 8K sensor and a model that accepts interchangeable lenses

GoPro's Mission 1 Series arrives at NAB 2026 with a 50MP 1-inch sensor, 8K/60fps open gate recording, and an interchangeable Micro Four Thirds lens mount.

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Climate Change

Meteorologists predict a fairly chill 2026 Atlantic hurricane season

Thanks, El Niño.

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Health

Do you taste words or hear colors? Here’s the neuroscience behind synaesthesia.

Scientists have two main theories on what causes synaesthesia.

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Ask Us Anything

Candy now tastes different. It’s not just you.

From recipe changes to aging taste buds, here's why those peanut butter cups don't hit like they used to.

Segway launches MUXI, a compact, urban-friendly utility ebike designed for city living
Outdoor Gear

Segway launches MUXI, a compact, urban-friendly utility ebike designed for city living

Pronounced "moo-shee," this Class 1 or 2 short-tail cruiser-meets-cargo ebike combines convenience and performance.

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Moons

Watch a recovery crew open Integrity’s hatch for Artemis II astronauts

‘Welcome home!’

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Archaeology

$50,000 rare coin hunt will take over San Francisco

Valuable coins including a gold rush era “Humbert Slug” will be hidden all over the city.

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International Space Station

‘Space worms’ are en route to the International Space Station

Studying these nematodes will help scientists plan for a long-term human presence on the moon.

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Birds

Jackie and Shadow’s 2026 babies: Everything you need to know about the new eaglets

The two new chicks hatched in early April and are eating lots of fish, sleeping, and acting like siblings.

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LIVE
Home

The Home Depot Just Started Its Biggest Sale of the Season—Here Are 50+ Deals Worth Grabbing

The Home Depot's Spring Black Friday sale runs April 9–22, 2026. Here are the best deals on Milwaukee, Ryobi, DeWalt, Weber, and more—before they sell out.

Egyptian child mummy on CT scan bed
Archaeology

Mystery item spotted in 2,000-year-old Egyptian child mummy

Critical information about this unknown boy was destroyed during World War II.

A common snapping turtle crosses the road after laying eggs.
Endangered Species

How to help a turtle cross the road

It helps to hold it like a hamburger.

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Wildlife

Injured turtle gets a second chance on four wheels 

They see me rollin'...

Psilocybin mushrooms, commonly known as magic mushrooms, mushrooms or shrooms being grown in a home based incubator.
Health

Magic mushrooms are going mainstream, but scientific research is lagging behind

Rates of psilocybin use have increased 188% among adults over age 30.