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Hair Reveals How Many Sodas You Drank

Sheila M. Eldred — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:41:54 -0400

A new test shows how much corn syrup you've gulped over time. Continue reading →

Neanderthals: Extinction by BBQ?

Larry O'Hanlon — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:00:00 -0400

Humans may have treated Neanderthals no better or worse than the other large ice age mammals they hunted, ate, and helped drive to extinction.

Bra Dryer Gets Delicates Ready Fast

Alyssa Danigelis — Mon, 20 May 2013 17:32:43 -0400

A dryer just for your bras, when air drying just isn't fast enough. Continue reading →

Could Humans Be Cloned?

Rachael Rettner, LiveScience — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:20:00 -0400

Although it would be unethical, experts say it is likely possible to clone a human.

Victorian Era Brits Were Smarter Than Us

Jennifer Viegas — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:26:26 -0400

The average intelligence level of Victorian-era individuals was higher than that of people today, according to a new study. Continue reading →

Man Grabs Girl, Mom Gives Chase

Amanda Onion — Fri, 17 May 2013 09:41:42 -0400

When a man grabs a four-year-old girl, the girl's mother springs into action. All ends well. Continue reading →

Why Are There So Few Lefties in China?

Larry O'Hanlon — Fri, 17 May 2013 07:00:00 -0400

Only 1 percent of people in China are left-handed, while the global average is 10-12 percent.

What's It Really Like to Be a Spy?

Glenn McDonald — Thu, 16 May 2013 14:15:00 -0400

Two CIA veterans explain what it takes to work for the Agency.

'Dead' Man Walks Again ... But Why?

Benjamin Radford — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:44:50 -0400

In Zimbabwe, a man about to be buried suddenly seemed to come back from the dead. Continue reading →

Could There Be a 21st Century Gatsby?

Sheila M. Eldred — Wed, 15 May 2013 17:00:00 -0400

Is the mysterious wealth of Gatsby even possible in the modern world?

Child Abductions By Strangers Very Rare

Benjamin Radford — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:29:36 -0400

Despite parents' concerns and news media stories, child abductions by strangers are much rarer than most people think. Continue reading →

High Breast Cancer Risk: What Are the Options?

Rachael Rettner, LiveScience — Tue, 14 May 2013 13:00:00 -0400

What are treatment options for women with BRCA gene mutations?

Why You Should Skip Sanitizer, Just Wash Hands

Emily Sohn — Tue, 14 May 2013 09:00:00 -0400

As the FDA considers a ban on a common chemical in antibacterial soaps, research suggests that hand-washing with regular old soap is still your best bet.

Angelina Jolie: I had Double Mastectomy

AFP — Tue, 14 May 2013 07:20:00 -0400

Angelina Jolie revealed Tuesday that she has undergone a preventive double mastectomy to reduce her risk of contracting breast cancer.

Are Moms' Brains Bigger?

Sheila M. Eldred — Sun, 12 May 2013 07:39:11 -0400

Having kids might make moms smarter. Continue reading →

5 Ways Motherhood Has Changed Over Time

Stephanie Pappas, LiveScience — Sat, 11 May 2013 10:41:00 -0400

Throughout U.S. history, moms have been exalted, demonized and exalted again.

Can Court-ordered Rehab Work?

Sheila M. Eldred — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:00:00 -0400

Is recovery possible when its involuntary? The answer may surprise you.

Prehistoric Moms Had Their Hands Full: Photos

Jennifer Viegas — Fri, 10 May 2013 08:30:00 -0400

Mother's Day as a holiday is only 105 years old, but moms on the human family tree date back to at least 58 million years ago.

Fatigued? Skip the High-Fat Foods

Emily Sohn — Thu, 09 May 2013 17:45:35 -0400

Trading high-fat food for carbs increases alertness during the day, a new study finds. Continue reading →

How Psychics Play the Odds and Still Lose

Benjamin Radford — Thu, 09 May 2013 17:10:10 -0400

Psychics use common sense and a few psychological principles to provide the illusion of accuracy. Continue reading →