Science Unmasked

Do you wash your hands every time you use the toilet? How about before you handle food? Be …

Hay fever (or allergic rhinitis) is a long-term inflammatory condition that’s incredibly common. It affects about one-quarter of …

Vitamin D is essential for bone health, immune function, and overall well-being. And it becomes even more crucial …

Many of us care for animals and feel empathy when they suffer. At the same time, many of …

Almost one-sixth of Earth’s land surface is covered in otherworldly landscapes with a name that may also be …

There’s more to thunderclouds than rain and lightning. Along with visible light emissions, thunderclouds can produce intense bursts …

Mount Everest (also known as Chomolungma or Sagarmāthā) is the highest mountain in the Himalayas and, indeed, on …

Any runner will tell you there’s nothing better than slipping on a brand new pair of running shoes. …

When scientists make important discoveries, both big and small, they typically publish their findings in scientific journals for …

A new study published in Nature Ecology & Evolution lifts the veil on what happens when octopuses and …