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4 Famous Archeological Sites That Appeared in Major Films
Learn more about these ancient historic monuments and how they played a major role on the big screen.
What We Know About Deinosuchus, the King of the Crocodilians
Learn more about the massive predator that lived in Hellâs Aquarium during the late Cretaceous period.
Why Do I Feel Better When I Wake Myself Up Instead of an Alarm?
Your internal body clock can help wake you up without an alarm.
How AI Systems Fail the Human Test
Some social scientists want to replace humans with AI systems in experiments that test human preferences. That may not be a good idea.
Future Treatments for Chronic UTIs May Add More Bacteria to Your Bladder
Certain strains of E. coli can outcompete disease-causing microbes for resources.
Rare Mummified Saber-Tooth Cat Cub Found in Siberia Still Has Fur
Learn why this one-of-a-kind discovery helps researchers understand more about the saber-tooth cat.
Spending Time in Space Slows Down Astronautsâ Thinking
Learn how measuring and monitoring astronautsâ cognitive abilities could improve performance, safety on longer missions.
75,000-Year-Old Fire Pit Shows Neanderthal Innovation With Tar
Learn how early humans employed specialized fire pits to create resins needed to attach stone tool parts to wooden shafts.
How Humans Have Caused the Most Recent Wave of Extinction
Our impact on the planet has caused the Sixth Mass Extinction. Here are the main reasons why we are causing the most recent animal extinctions.