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This one‘s a juvenile female, according to the Marine Megafauna Foundation.

Newly Identified Manta Ray Species Can Grow as Big as a Van

The newly identified Atlantic manta ray is officially a distinct species.

The Short, Brilliant Life—and Lasting Legacy—of Jeff Buckley

If the only thing Jeff Buckley ever did was record his 1994 cover of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah,” he would still have a permanent spot in music history.

A massive thunderstorm turns the sky dark over a field in Sweden.

11 Powerful Facts About Thunderstorms

Storms are used to set an ominous tone in spooky stories, even as they bring much-needed relief to parched fields or distressed humans on a hot day.

Definition Detective Quiz #49

We give you an obscure word with four definitions—one correct, three made up. Can you identify the correct one?

Digital blood pressure monitors allow people to check their systolic and diastolic numbers at home.

How Does Blood Pressure Work?

You can’t actually feel your blood pressure, but it’s one of the body’s most important indicators of cardiovascular health. Here’s the lowdown on how blood pressure works—and what it means for your overall wellness.

The world changed forever when the U.S. detonated two atomic bombs over Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan, in August 1945.

12 Facts About the Atomic Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

Eighty years after the first—and only—deployment of atomic bombs, here’s a look back at one of history’s most devastating acts of war.

We all need sunscreen, but no one needs a white cast.

Why Sunscreen Can Leave a White Cast—and How to Avoid It

Here‘s what to do if you‘re struggling with the dreaded white cast caused by sunscreen.

Tears are a treat for some butterfly species.

7 Disgusting Things Butterflies Eat

Blood, sweat, and tears (and a few other choice substances): It’s all on the menu.

Lin-Manuel Miranda and the cast of 'Hamilton' performing at the 2016 Tony Awards.

Can You Guess the Lyrics of These ‘Hamilton’ Songs?

This fill-in-the-blank quiz tests how well you really know 'Hamilton' songs, from "My Shot" to "Burn" and beyond.

Double doors don’t always mean a house is a duplex.

The Fascinating Reasons Why Some Old Houses Have Two Front Doors

You aren’t seeing double—some houses were intentionally built with this architectural quirk. We explain why.

Mapped: What Americans Want in a Car, According to Search Trends

Google search trends reveal what kinds of cars each state is dreaming about, and some might surprise you.

See if you can decipher this twisted tune.

Tune Twist Quiz #52

It’s time to play Tune Twist, where we translate the lyrics of popular songs into multiple languages and then back into English. Can you figure out what the song is, or who performed it?

Calling police officers “cops” dates to the 19th century.

Why Are Police Officers Called “Cops”?

Cutting down on syllables is just one reason ‘cop’ became synonymous with ‘police officer.’

Stopping to smell the flowers isn't all it's cracked up to be.

25 Worst U.S. Cities for Allergy Sufferers

If you suffer from allergies, here are the worst—and the best—places to be.

Aspen trees have seen better days, but gray wolves are helping them out.

How the Return of Wolves to Yellowstone Helped Aspen Trees Thrive

A new study shows that reintroducing wolves to Yellowstone sparked a massive comeback for aspen saplings.

Radioactive Wasp Nests Discovered Near Cold War-Era Nuclear Storage Site

A shocking discovery was made at a nuclear facility: wasp nests contaminated with radiation.

America’s 10 Most Dangerous Beaches

Take care when you visit these beaches—factors like surf conditions, shark attacks, and weather can make them treacherous.

Hammer Time: Scientists Have Figured Out Why Hammerheads Love Eating Other Sharks

A hammerhead spends a lot of time and energy trying to binge-eat other big sharks. Here's why it pays off.

You’re Probably Mispronouncing ‘Biopic’—Here’s Why

Here’s where the word ‘biopic’ came from, how to say it right, and why so many people say it wrong.

Johannes Vermeer’s ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring’

15 Facts About Vermeer’s ‘Girl With A Pearl Earring’

Little is certain about the girl behind the mesmerizing gaze in Johannes Vermeer’s deceptively simple composition.

Can You Guess the Real 19th-Century Street Gang Name?

Do you think you know the gang names from back in the day? Their monikers might sound funny, but they definitely weren’t to be messed with.

Why Do We Say “Over My Dead Body”?

Where this bizarre expression came from, how its meaning has evolved, and where you might have seen it used.

7 Books to Transport You When You Can’t Afford a Vacation

If a plane ticket and hotel stay are out of your budget, a paperback book (or a loaner from the library) can help transport you to far-flung, sun soaked climes.

7 Wild Facts About ’90s Daytime Talk Shows

From Oprah to Jerry, ‘90s talk shows produced some titans of entertainment.