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Failed Russian spy satellite falls to Earth in brilliant fireball (video)

A failed Russian spy satellite crashed back to Earth early Wednesday morning (Oct. 20), burning up in a brilliant fireball spotted by many observers in the American Midwest.

What is CRISPR?

CRISPR is a simple yet powerful tool for editing genomes. It allows researchers to easily alter DNA sequences and modify gene function.

Six ways to keep exercising in winter

It might be cold outside, but here are six ways to keep exercising in winter.

How to use an electric toothbrush

Here’s exactly how to use an electric toothbrush, as explained by dentists.

What is DOMS?

Find out exactly; What is DOMS? Plus, how can you ease the pain to make facing your next workout a little easier?

Giant ram head statues found on 'Avenue of Sphinxes' in Egypt

Three giant statues of ram heads — at least one of which had a cobra on top — have been discovered south of Karnak Temple in Luxor, Egyptologists announced.

Pig kidney successfully hooked up to human patient in watershed experiment

The experiment was brief, but the results hint at the promise of pig-to-human transplants.

What causes sleepwalking?

Discovering what causes sleepwalking is the first step in beating it.

World's biggest underwater eruption birthed skyscraper-size volcano

Thousands of earthquakes tipped off geologists that there might be a new submarine volcano.

Scientists create most detailed map of Uranus' mysterious auroras

Scientists have imaged the whole globe of Uranus in the infrared part of the light spectrum for the first time, hoping to shed light on the planet's mysterious auroras and weird magnetic field. 

What was the Reign of Terror?

The Reign of Terror, also called the Terror, was a period of state-sanctioned violence and mass executions during the French Revolution.

Extremely rare, bright-yellow catfish caught in the Netherlands

Fishers in the Netherlands caught an enormous, bright-yellow catfish recently. The species is common, but the yellow body may be the result of a genetic disorder.

4,400-pound sunfish caught off North Africa literally tips the scales

The enormous fish was caught and released earlier this month.

Pablo Escobar's 'cocaine hippos' are being sterilized because the population is out of control

Contraception may be the only key to controlling a population boom in feral hippos living in Colombian rivers near Pablo Escobar's former estate.

Are teeth naturally yellow?

A white smile is important to many people, but are teeth naturally yellow?

How does condensation happen?

Have you been wondering 'how does condensation happen?' We're giving you the low-down.

Is yoga safe during pregnancy?

It might be a great way to keep fit, but is yoga safe during pregnancy? We ask the experts here

Rowing Machines vs Treadmills: Which is best for home use?

We compare rowing machines and treadmills to find out which type of machine gives you the best at-home workout.

Thousands of tiny ‘ice needles’ may explain mysterious stone patterns on Earth … and Mars

Tiny natural ice structures help arrange stones into spectacular landscapes.

Neanderthals may have lived near Princess Diana's childhood home 40,000 years ago

While searching for a medieval village near the childhood home of Princess Diana, archaeologists discovered Paleolithic artifacts instead.

Is yoga good for you?

It’s a popular way to work out, but is yoga good for you? We take a look.

Skeleton of man fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption found in Herculaneum

A man who may have been trying to flee or rescue residents of Herculaneum was buried in pyroclastic flow when Vesuvius erupted.

Diver discovers barnacle-encrusted Crusader sword off the coast of Israel

A diver found a trove of medieval artifacts on the Mediterranean seabed, including a 900-year-old sword wielded by a crusader knight

How to see October's full Hunter's Moon this Wednesday (Oct. 20)

October's full moon and the peak of the Orionid meteor shower are happening on the same day this week.

Siege of top-secret Area 51 began as a joke. Officials prepared to use deadly force in response.

UFO enthusiasts who rallied in 2019 to invade Area 51 may have been joking about «storming» the base. But law enforcement officials took the idea very, very seriously.

What to do if your basement is too humid

We establish what to do if your basement is too humid with these handy tips.

How to remove mold from your basement

Damp, water leaks and excess moisture in the air can all cause mold to grow. Here’s how to remove mold from your basement.

Best Bowflex deals: Get a great price on home workout equipment

These are the best Bowflex deals to help you reach your fitness goals at home.

Blue Pure 211+ air purifier review

The Blue Pure 211+ is the ideal air purifier for large rooms or office spaces, with impressive performance and eco-credentials to boot.

Colin Powell's weakened immune system may have played a role in his COVID-19 death

Powell had previously undergone treatment for a blood cancer that can harm the immune system.

Hungry grizzly bear photo-bombs camera trap in award-winning photo

A grizzly bear attacked a photographer's camera trap and the resulting image won the Animals in their Environment category at the 2021 Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition.

Huge hole discovered in Arctic's 'last ice'

A polynya, or rift, opened in the Arctic's oldest, thickest ice in May 2020, new research finds.

Ancient dog-size sea scorpion unearthed in China

This is the first time that scientists have found a fossil of this type on the ancient supercontinent of Gondwana.

Why did more than 90 rattlesnakes move into a California home?

More than 90 rattlesnakes were pulled from the foundation of a California home, where the snakes may have been gathering to give birth.

Astronomers spot dark matter creating eerie clones of a distant galaxy

It took more than eight years for the scientists to explain the bizarre finding.

Who was the first person to write about the British Isles?

In the fourth century B.C., a little-known Greek mariner visited the British Isles. When he returned, he wrote a book about his travels, called «On the Ocean,» which was read for centuries.

NASA launches robotic archaeologist Lucy on ambitious mission to Trojan asteroids

NASA's newest asteroid probe, named Lucy, successfully launched on 12-year mission to visit 8 asteroids early Saturday (Oct. 16).

What happened when the dinosaur-killing asteroid slammed into Earth?

The asteroid that crashed into Earth 66 million years ago unleashed a catastrophic series of events.

Researcher want to 'slice and dice' deadly asteroids with rocket-powered bombs, new paper says

Physicists propose a new plan to «slice and dice» incoming asteroids that could save Earth from a deadly calamity.
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