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Representative Image: Though mostly submerged now, Zealandia is a real place.

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Earth's missing continent rediscovered 375 years after sailors first set foot there

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Physics and geometry can make public restrooms cleaner.

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Thanks to physics, urinal splashing in men’s bathrooms reduces by 95%

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Science

New study reveals that genes hugely influence what types of music you like

It has more influence than where you grew up or what kind of life you've had.

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Science

Scientists reveal the first-ever recording of sharks making sounds

Turns out sharks are chattier than we thought.

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Culture

Peter Gabriel shares poignant tribute to Kanzi, the late ape he helped explore music

Making sounds with the famous bonobo was "one of the most remarkable experiences" of his life.

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Science

NASA releases stunning hi-def photos of sunset from the Moon

Space is mind-blowing.

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Health

New study reveals that watching nature videos can help relieve pain

Watching a nature video could reduce your headache.

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Health

Man lives with artificial titanium heart for 105 days while awaiting donor transplant

“It’s a complete game-changer,” one surgeon said of the groundbreaking device.

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Science

New MIT study says 'quantified proof' Earth's ozone layer is healing

"It shows we can actually solve environmental problems.”

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Science

French university offers jobs to American scientists afraid of government censorship

The program previously offered refuge to researchers in exile from Ukraine, Yemen, Afghanistan, and Palestine.

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Science

Northwestern University study shows brewing tea removes lead, toxic metals from water

Another reason to put the kettle on.

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Science

New psychological study suggests being ugly could actually help you in court

The “ugly leniency effect” could offset the stereotype that pretty folks get better treatment.

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Ancient Egyptian mummies actually smell nice, according to science

"We were surprised at the pleasantness of them," said one researcher

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Heroes

A doctor wanted a treatment for his sick daughter and ended up saving millions of children

Learn about the person who developed 40 different vaccines.

In Earth’s quietest room, even 45 minutes are unbearable for anyone
Science

In Earth’s quietest room, even 45 minutes are unbearable for anyone

Standing in the room gives people creeps, making them feel as if they're losing their spatial balance and orientation.

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Science

Northwestern University scientists can create batteries out of industrial waste

Turning waste from vitamin production into green energy.

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Science

New research finds that social activity could prevent or delay onset dementia by 5 years

Want to prevent or delay dementia? Just hang out with your buds!

Articles

Awesome chart shows you how far you can drive on empty.

Every car is different.

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