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The science behind the 10 plagues of Egypt
Some of the diseases and natural disasters chronicled in the Book of Exodus can be explained by scientific theories.
30 amazing women in science and math
From the first woman to win a Nobel Prize to the discoverer of jumping genes, here are some of the women who have made major contributions to science and mathematics.
How accurate are Punxsutawney Phil's Groundhog Day forecasts?
The rodent has been predicting the start of spring since 1887. But how good is Phil at his prognostications?
Nobel Prize in Chemistry: 1901-Present
The Nobel Prize in Chemistry includes famous winners such as Marie Curie and Otto Hahn.
Nobel Prize in Physics: 1901-Present
An artist's illustration of an artificial neural network.
Nobel Prize in Medicine: 1901-Present
Here's a look at past winners of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine.
Aurora photos: Stunning northern lights glisten after biggest geomagnetic storm in 21 years
An immense geomagnetic storm caused auroras as far south as Florida for the first time in 21 years after the sun unleashed a wave of solar flares and at least seven coronal mass ejections at Earth.
12 numbers that are cooler than pi
To celebrate Pi Day, we asked several mathematicians to tell us their favorite non-pi numbers. Here are some of their answers.
Amazing Black scientists
Black scientists have contributed to society and made groundbreaking discoveries throughout history and continue to do so to this day. Here's a look at just a few of the amazing Black scientists from the past and present.
Save up to $160 on these Samsung Galaxy S6 tablets - perfect for students and young learners
Deal Want to work, code, or play on the go? These Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 tablets, completely with handy pen, are a Cyber Monday steal at Amazon.
What is a second cousin?
Reference How to identify your second cousin, first cousin once removed and other distant relatives.
What are Sea-Monkeys?
Reference Sea-monkeys is the marketing term used for a hybrid breed of brine shrimp sold in packets of dust in aquarium shops.
What Killed King Tut
King Tut died of a combination of malaria and a bone disorder, new DNA analysis reveals.
Art from Space: Phytoplankton Bloom
A NASA satellite has photographed a particularly artful bloom in the Arabian Sea.
Global Biosphere Images Reveal Changes in Plant Growth
NASA has released a series of images that illustrate how the Earth's plant growth has changed over the past 11 years.
Ocean's 'Twilight Zone' Traps Greenhouse Gas
A mysterious layer of the ocean seems to trap carbon, a new study shows.
Cloaking Technology May Protect From Natural Disasters
Researchers have developed a cloaking technology that may protect from tsunamis and earthquakes.
Sasers: Sound-based Lasers Invented
Sasers are the sound-based equivalent of lasers, made by focusing phonons.
Can a Scare Cure the Hiccups?
Is there any scientific basis to the age-old scare tactic?
Freak Chickens Lay Eggs Loaded with Drugs
Genetically modified hens can produce†drugs in the whites of their eggs, scientists reported today.
Opposites Don't Attract: People Choose Partners Like Them
Married couples don't become more alike in their personality as their marriage progresses
Personality Set for Life By 1st Grade, Study Suggests
It's tough to change personality. A new study shows our personalities stay the same throughout our lives, from child to adult.
