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Experts aren't positive why some people hear a humming noise that never ceases. However, new research may offer an explanation for the sound, which inspired the show "The Listeners."
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Did Jim Lovell really say “Houston, we have a problem”? Not exactly. Here’s the real Apollo 13 story behind the famous misquote.
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That cold shower may not be the miracle cure you think it is. Here are seven common misconceptions about heat waves, and some tips on how to stay cool.
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It’s such a natural reaction, but how did this custom begin?
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Why are sunsets red, for that matter? And why is space black? The answer is all about how light interacts with Earth's atmosphere.
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Ever wondered why flight attendants insist your tray table be up for takeoff and landing? The real reason is a matter of life-or-death airline safety.
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Dopamine fasting probably doesn't work how you think it does—but there are still ways to get something out of it.
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Did Nikola Tesla really believe that the numbers three, six, and nine held the key to the universe?
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