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Scientists have created metallic hydrogen. Here's how it could change the world
Metallic hydrogen is a potential wonder substance first proposed by Eugene Wigner and Hillard Bell Huntington back in 1935, but since conditions here …
ChemistryCats may be just as smart as dogs
(They just don't need to show off as much.)<p>Dogs are well-known for their ability to learn and remember commands and tricks. Their memories can be so …
WildlifeFree meals served with a side of respect
These full-service restaurants bring dignity to those in need.<p>Robin Hood is making a comeback with a modern, feel-good twist.<p>Unlike the traditional …
Food & DiningStressed dogs prefer reggae and soft rock
Study of shelter dogs finds music lowers cortisol levels, heart rate.<p>When you crank the music, do you ever think about your dog's musical tastes? If …
MusicFinland supports new moms with an amazing box of baby supplies
It's a rite of passage for new moms in Finland, and now it's coming to the U.S.<p>About 75 years ago, Finland had one of the highest infant mortality …
BabiesTomatoes tasted much better 100 years ago. Can their flavor be restored?
Researchers analyze how tomato flavors have changed over time.<p>Something is amiss about the flavor of tomatoes these days. If you're accustomed to …
GeneticsWant to support the national parks? Here's how
Money is good, but there are other ways you can help.<p>The mission of the National Park Service is to preserve and protect the natural and cultural …
Outdoors11 dogs and cats wearing the cone of shame
Some handle it gracefully, but others just look ticked off.<p>Almost anyone who has cared for a dog or cat knows about the cone of shame, the handy …
WildlifeAmaze people with the magic water marker trick
A video of a stickman floating in a splash of water garnered attention in some corners of the internet for its apparent incomprehensibility. How …
HackingHow U.S.-Mexico border policy is devastating wildlife
As a wall goes up dividing the 2 countries, serious environmental concerns are surfacing, including possible extinction of species. Conservation …
ConservationCrypt-keeper wasp is a real head buster
The world is rife with parasites that take advantage of other creatures for food or even shelter. This recently discovered parasitic wasp takes that …
NatureIKEA launches 'gender neutral, activity neutral' city bike
An optional trailer is perfect for small-sized IKEA hauls.<p>IKEA, the Swedish home furnishings retailer that’s most notable recent offerings haven’t …
IKEASale of 19th-century village in Quebec comes with a plot twist
Used often in film productions, Canadiana is mostly for show.<p>Located on 138 acres in beautiful Rawdon, Quebec, just north of Montreal sits the rustic …
TravelMore scientists may be on the ballot in 2018
A political action committee aims to connect the STEM community with the resources to run a successful campaign.<p>In 2018, you may see more scientists …
Science10 cozy reading nooks for the perfect escape
These hideaways would make even Jane Eyre jealous.<p>There are few literary characters I identify with more than Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre; if you …
Interior Design9 famous female aviators
Fabulous flying women<p>Several years ago, the worlds of aviation and space exploration lost a legend when the first American woman to fly in space, …
Women in ScienceCute animals take over Twitter
It all started when the National Zoo proudly tweeted about the birth of its new baby gray seal pup. Animal lover Sarah Hill, who lives in Virginia, …
Wildlife'Smart glasses' automatically focus on whatever wearer is looking at
You may never have to swap out reading glasses again.<p>Imagine eyeglasses that worked a lot like your own eyes, capable of focusing on whatever you're …
Gear & Gadgets21 things you didn't know about cows
In which we reveal that cows have accents and can smell things from 6 miles away.<p>With those big vacuous big eyes, galumphing gate and generally …
Cows150 years before Darwin, she mastered art to learn about ecology
No one knows her name, but Maria Sibylla Merian was remarkable.<p>Maria Sibylla Merian began drawing flowers when she was little girl, but soon turned …
NatureTiny baby turtle offers hope for species thought to be extinct
In 1908, the Arakan forest turtle was thought to be gone forever. But that changed when a forest turtle was rediscovered in a food market in 1994.<p>As …
Biological SpeciesWhat will our national parks look like in 2116?
Here’s what the next century might bring for 'America's Best Idea.'<p>Last year, the National Park Service commemorated its 100th anniversary with a …
OutdoorsWhich Cities Are the Smartest?
Every city has smart citizens, but these cities stand out.<p>Question 1 of 11<p>Score: 0<p>Photo: Mensa International /Wikimedia Commons<p>Question 2 of 11<p>Score: …
CitiesFloods: When water attacks
As the U.S. likely will continue to face serious flooding events, here's a closer look at how these disasters occur.<p>People have been settling near …
ClimateHow 2 Indian snake catchers caught 14 Burmese pythons in 2 weeks in Florida
Can they help wildlife officials tame the invasive snake's population?<p>For years, Florida wildlife officials have struggled to tackle a growing …
American SouthEnglish city combats climate change with 3 million new trees
Manchester's City of Trees scheme will plant one leafy specimen for every resident.<p>Throughout its long history, the word “green” hasn’t generally …
Climate ChangeOnly 5 teams left in Lunar XPrize moon race
The goal is to put a rover on the moon — and take home $20 million.<p>A field of 32 teams has been whittled down to five in the race to put a private …
SpaceBaugruppen: It's a cooperative living concept, and it's perfect for boomers
German idea could be a great alternative to retirement communities.<p>What's the best model for housing the boomer generation? This is a group that's …
HousingCurious cows shocked to learn rock is a turtle
Just like humans get used to their homes, cows probably get comfortable in their pastures. All creatures are used to certain things being in their …
CowsNAPA Is Committed to Responsibility, Sustainability — and its Employees
You know that NAPA is on a mission to help drivers stay safe and drive green. But did you know that since 2014, it has partnered with Mother Nature …
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