Journey to the Center(pede) of the Earth
The deepest living centipede has been discovered in a Croatian cave.
Shark Attacks: A History of Hype
A history of shark attacks and public response to them.
Despite New Attention, Concussions Remain Mysterious
Despite decades of progress, successful treatment of concussions has been elusive and difficult.
That Kangaroo? It’s Left-Handed
According to a recent study, a majority of kangaroos are left-handed.
A New Chapter to the Controversial Case of Kennewick Man
Kennewick Man is indeed most closely related to modern Native Americans. New results bolster the argument for repatriation and reburial.
Tracking the Atlantic Coast Leopard Frog
A new species of Atlantic Coast leopard frog has appeared in industrial wetlands, surprising herpetologists.
The Peril of Skinny Jeans, Corsets, and Restrictive Clothing
what do skinny jeans and corsets have in common. as you may imagine, quite a bit.
How Synthetic Brains Can Advance Robotics
Why try to create synthetic brains? Given the anxieties around artificial intelligence, why risk it?