Science Unmasked

If you’ve ever gone to look up a quick fact and just kept browsing from one article (or …

For the first time, state-of-the-art biomechanics technology has allowed us to scientifically measure just how deadly are two …

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. …