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Meet the Zombie Ant Fungus That Inspired HBO's 'The Last of Us'
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The Ophiocordyceps unilateralis fungus makes a mockery of ant free will. But how does it take over the ant body to control its host?
Why Are School Buses Yellow?
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The iconic "school bus yellow" was the invention of an educator named Frank Cyr. But if yellow is so good for visibility, why don't all fire trucks use it too?
No Need to Howl When You See January's Wolf Moon
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January's moon is called the wolf moon, but it's also known as the center moon and the freeze up moon (among other names). Here's why.
The World Hits 8 Billion People; Is That Good or Bad?
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The world's population is expected to hit 8 billion Nov. 15 2022. Is that too many people or just right?
Meet the Man Who Invented Cool Whip, Tang and Pop Rocks
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The 20th century would have been very different without the contributions of General Foods chemist William A. Mitchell, who tapped into the American appetite for convenience and novelty.
Worldwide Droughts Uncover Ancient Relics, Ruins and Remains
Here are six surprises that were uncovered around the globe when the heat rose and the water receded.
The Secrets of Airline Travel Quiz
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Air travel is far more than getting from point A to point B safely. How much do you know about the million little details that go into flying on airplanes?
Why Do Bubbles Pop?
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All bubbles pop — that's a fact of life. But what's the science behind the short life and inevitable pop of a bubble?
Can You Crack This Nuts Quiz?
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Time to get nutty! How much do you know about all of the different types of nuts out there? Take this quiz and find out!
The Zoo Hypothesis: Are Aliens Watching Us Like Animals in a Zoo?
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Is it possible that we are not alone in the universe, but are just like animals in a zoo to the aliens who are watching us?