The Lethal Byford Dolphin Accident Of 1983 Explained
Industrial accidents are sadly commonplace, but few are as horrific as the one that killed five men on the Byford Dolphin oil rig in 1983. Here's what happened.
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Can Precognitive Dreams Really Tell The Future?
Sometimes people have dreams ahead of something that really happens. Is it just a coincidence, or can precognitive dreams really tell the future?
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Why Some Music Gives You Chills, According To Science
If you've ever gotten the chills just by listening to a piece of music, it was probably a good song. But according to science, a lot more is going on there.
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Why 2026 Will Be The End Of World, According To This Scientist
There are plenty of theories out there about how and when the apocalypse will happen. Here's why one scientist thinks 2026 will be the end of world.
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Some Scientists Believe We're Having Another Mass Extinction Right Now
Over the eons, Earth has seen several mass extinction events, including one happening right now. This time, the cause isn't a huge asteroid impact. It's humans.
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What An Autopsy Report Won't Tell You
An autopsy report can reveal lots about a death and even become the focus of headlines if the deceased was famous. But it won't tell you everything.
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Why You Don't Want To Bathe In Grand Canyon's Pumpkin Spring
The Grand Canyon's Pumpkin Spring might look pretty cool, but you definitely don't want to bathe in it. In fact, it's dangerous to do so. Here's why.
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CONPLAN 8888: The Pentagon's Zombie Apocalypse Plan Explained
Back on April 30, 2011, the Pentagon released CONPLAN 8888, a zombie apocalypse plan that made headlines three years later. Here's what it was.
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AI's Take On Social Media Beauty Standards Is As Disturbing As You'd Think
Artificial intelligence has paved the way for many new developments in technology. But not all have been positive, and experts are warning about some.
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Everything You Need To Know About The 2024 Total Eclipse
On April 8, 2024, millions of people across North America will be in for a once-in-a-lifetime cosmic event. Here's the lowdown on 2024's total eclipse.
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12 Psychoactive Plants And What They Do To Your Brain, According To Science
Humans have been using plants for their intoxicating and psychoactive properties for thousands of years. Here's what some of the most common do to our brains.
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Why NASA Delayed The Next Moon Landing
The next moon landing was planned to be part of NASA's Artemis missions, but it was ultimately delayed in January 2024. Here's what happened.
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The January Blues Explained, According To Science
The January blues can best be explained as a sort of depression that occurs in the first month of the year. Here's the cause, according to science.
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The Test Alan Turing Developed To Identify Machine Vs. Human Intelligence
Alan Turing helped crack codes during WWII before he developed a method of questions used to identify artificial intelligence vs. human intelligence.
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False Facts About Drugs You Always Thought Were True
There have been all kinds of weird notions about drugs that has taken advances in science to disprove. But that hasn't stopped people from still believing them.
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What Is The Great Attractor And Why Is It Pulling Our Galaxy Toward It?
You might have heard of the Great Attractor when discussing our solar system, the Milky Way. Here's what it is, and why it's pulling us toward it.
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Could Artificial Intelligence Ever Become Truly Self-Aware?
The benefits and dangers of artificial intelligence are discussed constantly. One question that many ponder is if AI could ever become truly self-aware.
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The Reason Your Dog Howls At Sirens, According To Science
Ever wondered why dogs howl at sirens? Though there are a couple theories, there's one in particular that is most widely accepted. Here's what it says.
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Here's How Many Active Volcanoes Are In Iceland (And It's Probably More Than You Think)
Many people don't have to worry about an active volcano nearby. There are a few active volcanoes in Iceland - and you might be surprised at the overall number.
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The Scariest Movie Of 2023, According To Science
How do you determine the scariest movie? The Science of Scare Project used heart rate metrics to determine the scariest movie of 2023. Here's what it is.
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Here's Why Traffic Jams Can Happen For No Reason
Traffic jams: The bane of any driver's existence. And sometimes, they seemingly come out of nowhere, for no reason. Here's why this happens.
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Weird Vaping Facts You May Have Overlooked
Vaping is a common part of societal life these days, and many people have embraced the habit, but there are lots of weird vaping facts you may have overlooked.
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This Living Plant Has The Ability To Control A Machete
Science has brought us to many frontiers and led to the creation of some unique devices. One such creation is a living plant that can control a machete.
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The Dark Truth About Factory Farming
Factory farms are industrial facilities that produce massive amounts of meat found in restaurants and grocery stores, largely through abuse and exploitation.
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Strange Facts About Psilocybin Mushrooms You Never Knew
With U.S. states increasingly decriminalizing psilocybin possession and consumption, it's time to learn more about this unique "magic" mushroom.
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How Marijuana Was Used In Victorian England
Marijuana was used for many purposes in Victorian England, and it was thanks to the efforts of one person in particular. Here's what happened.
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How The Winter Solstice May Affect Your Body, According To Science
The winter solstice happens every year, and it's the longest night of the year. Here's what the science says about how it affects your body.
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