Weekly Roundup (5/4/19-5/10/19)
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Snowflakes may be unique, but they have one thing in common: They're all basically 2D.
5 Bad Habits That Aren't All Bad
Your bad habits might not be so bad after all!
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Weekly Roundup (4/20/19-4/26/19)
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Fighter Pilots Seem to Have More Daughters — Why?
Are fighter pilots really more likely to have daughters?
5 Animals That Sleep Too Much (and One That Might Not Need To)
These animals sleep way too much by our standards, but they have good reasons.
Weekly Roundup (3/30/19-4/5/19)
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Can Old Dogs Learn New Tricks?
Old dogs don't get enough credit.
Spicy Tomatoes and 4 Other GMOs That Could Save Lives
GMOs are still a contentious subject, but scientists think they could be used to save lives.
Weekly Roundup (3/23/19-3/29/19)
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If the Sun Became a Black Hole, Would Earth Fall In?
If our sun were to turn into a black hole, one thing we wouldn't have to worry about is falling in.
5 Things Your Hair Can Tell You About Your Health
These hair symptoms can give you some insight on your personal he...
2019-03-29 22:42:13 +0000 UTC View PostSciShow After Hours: Episode 1
Welcome to the first episode of our new podcast, SciShow After Hours! Before you listen, here's what to expect:
- This is where we'll be sharing science facts that we deemed not family friendly enough for the channel, so do not listen if you only want family friendly content! And don't listen if there are kids around.
- This episode will be made public next week, but patrons are getting it early! Future episodes will be available for anyone p... 2019-03-28 21:39:57 +0000 UTC View Post
Weekly Roundup (3/16/19-3/22/19)
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Colorfully Camouflaging Cuttlefish Are Colorblind
Cuttlefish are masters of blending into their surroundings, which is pretty impressive considering they're colorblind.
6 Natural Medicines (Maybe) Used by Animals | Zoopharmacognosy
These animals might be medicating th...
2019-03-22 23:18:52 +0000 UTC View PostWeekly Roundup (3/9/19-3/15/19)
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The Most Extreme Complex Life in the World
Microbes aren't the only things that can survive far above or below sea level. There are surprisingly complex life forms there, too.
Whether you like spiders or think they're horrifying, you have to ad...
2019-03-15 22:26:11 +0000 UTC View PostWeekly Roundup (3/2/19-3/8/19)
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Why Your Shower Curtain Is so Annoyingly Clingy
If you frequently find yourself attacked by your shower curtain, don't worry. It's not just you. And it's probably not a poltergeist, either.
6 Animals That Have Evolved to Steal
Animals have evolved a variety of ways to...
2019-03-09 00:12:47 +0000 UTC View PostWeekly Roundup (2/23/19-3/1/19)
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Why Do Sinkholes Keep Catching Us By Surprise?
We can detect a lot of natural disasters, so why don't we have more warning before sinkholes can wreak havoc?
Mouth-Peeing and 5 Other Extreme Turtle Traits
Turtles are awesome, and some species have evolved extreme traits that...
2019-03-02 00:40:23 +0000 UTC View PostWeekly Roundup (2/16/19-2/22/19)
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Does Shaving Make Your Hair Thicker?
Will hair grow back thicker after you shave?
Will-o'-the-Wisps and 5 Other Mysteries Science Can Explain
Mysteries are fun, but when science solves those mysteries, it's pretty fascinating.
Weekly Roundup (2/9/19-2/15/19)
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You've probably heard that dairy products cause phlegm, but there isn't much scientific evidence to back this up.
5 of the Coolest Partnerships Between Animals and Bacteria
Nothing like the bond between animals and bacteria to get us feelin...
2019-02-15 23:18:28 +0000 UTC View PostWeekly Roundup (2/2/19-2/8/19)
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The Strange Physics Behind the Smell of Rubber Bands
If you've ever spent time stretching out rubber bands, you've probably noticed their distinct smell. There's actually some strange physics going on there.
7 of the Most Uniquely Fierce Sharks
Slashing, shredding, an...
2019-02-08 23:13:37 +0000 UTC View PostWeekly Roundup (1/26/19-2/1/19)
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Does Lactic Acid Really Cause Muscle Pain?
Lactic acid has taken the blame for muscle pain for too long! It's time to clear its name with some truth.
7 Mysteries Science Hasn't Solved
Despite decades or even centuries of research, science still can't explain these wei...
2019-02-01 23:24:47 +0000 UTC View PostWeekly Roundup (1/12/19-1/18/19)
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Why Can't My Cat See a Treat in Front of Her Face?
How can such good hunters be so bad at seeing what's right in front of them?
7 Discoveries Scientists Made by Licking Things
Sometimes scientists lick things they maybe shouldn't lick, leading to some cool discoveries...
2019-01-19 00:28:28 +0000 UTC View PostWeekly Roundup (11/3/18-11/9/18)
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Why Does Sugar Make My Teeth Hurt?
Our teeth are pretty strong, so how can something as innocent as a Skittle cause them so much pain?
5 Unsolved Mysteries About Dinosaurs
Paleontologists still have a lot to learn about even the most famous dinosaurs.
Weekly Roundup (10/27/18-11/2/18)
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Why Can Severe Pain Make You Vomit?
Nausea and vomiting are common side effects of severe pain, but why would a migraine in your head make you want to empty your stomach?
7 Ridiculous Feats of Strength in the Animal Kingdom
These animals are surprisingly powerful.
Weekly Roundup (10/20/18-10/26/18)
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Meet the Oilbird: A Bird that Thinks It's a Bat
In South America, there’s a flying animal that lives in colonies in caves, emerges at night in search for food, and navigates using echolocation... and it isn't a bat.
6 Home Remedies Actually Supported by Science
A lot of po...
2018-10-26 23:14:08 +0000 UTC View PostThank You!!!
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2018-10-23 15:45:18 +0000 UTC View PostWeekly Roundup (10/6/18-10/12/18)
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Does Using Your Phone Really Hurt Your Sleep?
You've probably been told at some point that you shouldn't use your phone before bed, but is that advice actually worth listening to?
6 Surprisingly Helpful Invasive Species
Just because they're invasive doesn't mean they're all ...
2018-10-13 03:01:41 +0000 UTC View PostWeekly Roundup (9/29/18-10/5/18)
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3 Ways We Could Transform the Future of Food
The world needs future innovators solving problems like the future of food!
5 Bizarre Aircraft That Pushed the Boundaries of Engineering
Despite their appearance, these bizarre aircraft still managed to fly.
Weekly Roundup (9/22/18-9/28/18)
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Where Are All the Electric Airplanes?
Cars and buildings are becoming more green, but airplanes still fly using petroleum-based fuel. Why don't we have electric planes yet?
6 Animals with Extraordinary Adaptations to Cave Life
Living in a cave isn't easy, but these six animals hav...
2018-09-28 22:23:54 +0000 UTC View PostWeekly Roundup (9/15/18-9/21/18)
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Can Cold Showers Really Improve Your Health?
Before you subject yourself to cold showers because of their supposed health benefits, let's take a look at the research.
6 Dangerous Diseases Hiding in U.S. Backyards
Microbes are all around us, and these dangerous ones are prett...
2018-09-22 01:09:35 +0000 UTC View PostWeekly Roundup (9/8/18-9/14-18)
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The Baller Rat That Kicks Rattlesnakes in the Face
This little rodent might seem like an easy victim for predators, but it has some surprising talents.
6 of the Planet's Best Hunters
The planet's best hunters aren't the animals you're probably thinking of.
Weekly Roundup (8/18/18-8/24/18)
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Why Doesn't Your Sphincter Get Tired?
Sphincters do an important job, and they do it tirelessly. Thanks, sphincters.
6 Popular "Home Remedies" That Don't Actually Work
Just because your fave Pinterest accounts swear by it doesn't mean it works.
Weekly Roundup (8/11/18-8/17/18)
SciShow
How Do Polarized Sunglasses Work?
The way polarized sunglasses work is deceptively complicated.
5 Devastating Security Flaws You've Never Heard Of
Security flaws are hiding in our technology all the time, and they leave us vulnerable to being hacked.
Weekly Roundup (8/4/18-8/10/18)
SciShow
Eating mold probably won't kill you, but there's a reason it's not recommended.
5 Things Humans Got Really Wrong About Our Bodies
With the benefit of hindsight, these ideas scientists had about our bodies seem very strange.
Weekly Roundup (7/28/18-8/3/18)
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Why Do Prosthetic Limbs Feel Way Heavier Than Biological Ones?
We don't notice how heavy our limbs are, unless they're prosthetic.
6 "Vegetarian" Animals that Will Give You Nightmares
These "vegetarians" aren't always the docile leaf-crunchers you might imagine them to be.
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2018-08-03 22:04:00 +0000 UTC View PostWeekly Roundup (6/14/18-6/20/18)
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What Happens If You Stop Pooping?
Everyone quickly assess your fiber situation. This pooping thing is no joke.
How 6 Rare Diseases Are Changing Everyday Medicine
Studying rare diseases can reveal insights into how our bodies work!