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The Most Embarrassing Moments in the History of Science

Wed, 7 November 2012 18:00:04 GMT

What? Scientists get things wrong? We know. It’s shocking to hear, but science isn’t always an exact science. Mistakes do happen -- and they often lead to great scientific discoveries. So, grab your safety glasses and see if you can identify the most embarrassing scientific moments ever.

10 Completely False ‘Facts’ Everyone Knows

Wed, 7 November 2012 18:00:04 GMT

The blood in your veins is blue. Glass is a slow-moving liquid. If you touch a baby bird, its mother will abandon it. Not so fast –- if you learned any of those "facts" in school, what you learned was wrong.

Flight Pictures

Wed, 7 November 2012 18:00:04 GMT

Flight pictures show photos from aviation history. Take a look at pictures of the most important aircraft in history.

How the Electoral College Works

Wed, 7 November 2012 18:00:04 GMT

The Electoral College is not an Ivy League school. Rather, it's a process for selecting the next U.S. president that actually carries more weight than the popular vote. Why is it there and should it be continued?

What is a Nor'easter?

Wed, 7 November 2012 18:00:04 GMT

Nor'easters typically affect the east coast of the United States during the winter season. What exactly are Nor'easters, though, and how do they form. Find out the answer to this question in this article from HowStuffWorks.