There Could Be A Surprising Health Benefit To Having Gray Hair
Hair follicle stem cells choose one of two paths when faced with DNA damage: graying or (potentially) melanoma.
IFLScience The Big Questions: Why Do People Believe In The Paranormal?
For many people, the things that go bump in the night are not just the stuff of stories; they’re real. How do we explain that?
New Answer To The Fermi Paradox? Cognitive Horizon Hypothesis May Explain Why Aliens Haven’t Contacted Us
I want to believe, but maybe our brains can’t handle it.
What Happened When Patient B-19 Was Given A Brain Stimulation Device And A Button?
In a 1972 experiment, patient B-19 was given access to a brain stimulation device and a button to activate him. What took place next has widely been condemned as unethical.
What Is “Japanese Walking”, And Should You Be Doing It?
One study concluded that it “significantly enhances fitness, muscle strength, and health markers”, which sounds pretty good to us.
Eyes To The Skies! The Special Orionids Meteor Shower Peaks Tonight
And there’s not much Moon to spoil the spectacle!
Flying Spiders Are Real, But It’s Not As Frightening As It Sounds
Spiders can fly without a breeze, but something else is vital.
It Can Rain Monkeys In Florida, And The Reason Why Dates Back To The 1930s
Heading to Silver Springs? Keep one eye on the sky.
The Maya Calendar Had A Way To Predict Eclipses That Was Accurate For Centuries
It required resetting before the whole table was finished though!
New ”Ghost Particles” Data Hints At Why The Universe Is Not Made Of Antimatter
These hints might provide a way to explain the fundamental asymmetry in the universe.