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DNews is a brand new show from Revision3 and Discovery for all you science & technology geeks out there. We'll be covering everything from bionic arms to secret moon missions and everything in between. If it's igniting your curiosity, we're on it!
NASA has had an epic week so far with both the Curiosity and the Voyager. Anthony Carboni asks: which spacecraft is more likely to find life in space?
When he learns that squirrels have taught robots to lie, Trace goes on a mission to discover if they'll be killing us all anytime soon.
Murder might just work in the same way than an infectious disease does. DNews host Laci Green breaks down how this might just be true.
Scientists come across what they think is the oldest dinosaur ever and it turns out it has been stuffed in a closet in a museum for decades! That made Trace wonder... what other amazing finds have people come across in years past? Watch and see!
You know that sixth sense birds have telling them to fly south in the winter? Now a few people have figured out how to obtain this sixth sense for themselves. Anthony Carboni tells us why this is freakin' awesome!
A new study suggests that we want the man to be the one to propose. Host Laci Green explains why this crazy tradition shouldn't be so one-sided. Plus, Laci discusses taking the man's last name when marrying.
You've all seen the now infamous photo of the man hanging from a New York subway platform before he was struck by a train. Rather than snapping this photo, why didn't someone try to save him? Trace peeks inside the mind of a good and bad samaritan.
Turns out running long distance ain't so good for you. You know what is good for you? BEER. Anthony Carboni explains why you should pour a nice cold one next time you want to get healthy.
At DNews, we love robots! Thats why we're dedicating our first viral video round up to them. Anthony and Laci take a look some of the most amazing new 'bots from around the net.
After a 40 year break, we are going to go back to the moon! Which is awesome because as Trace will tell you, the moon's got everything we could want and more!
We're starting our second week here at DNews, and that made Anthony wonder about what goes into first impressions. What drives gut reactions and snap judgements? He came up with some interesting info. Check it out!
There's a big debate going on in the world of psychology over whether or not sexual addiction is a disorder. Is sex addiction real and how do we define it? Laci Green shares with us some of her concerns.
Can this bland food spice up your sex life? Trace delves into the world of aphrodisiacs.
We're not kidding, guys. Some cats are sending parasites into your brain that control your mind and make you crazy. How? Anthony will tell you.
It's the next step in advanced artificial intelligence! A new phone app that can listen to your voice and read your emotions. Laci Green explores why this new technology is so cool and how it all works.
Inkjet out - 3D in! The dawn of a new printer age is here, and it's bringing some major problems along with it. Trace breaks down why 3D printers are so amazing, and possibly dangerous.
Love 'em or hate 'em, scientists are discovering that having a brother or sister can make a big difference on how you see and deal with other people. Anthony and Laci join up for this episode of DNews to tell you how and why.
Florida is being overrun by giant snakes. The government says they have a solution: launch an amatuer PYTHON HUNT in the Everglades!! Anthony takes a look at their master plan.
Nature is pretty damn smart. In fact, many modern technologies get their ideas from nature. Trace explores the awesome field of biomimicry.
We know 'The Matrix' is just a movie, but is it really? Researchers at the University of Washington say they have devised a test to tell us whether our entire universe- and even us people- are just some giant computer simulation. What could this test possibly be? Anthony plugs in and finds out.
We here at DNews are a solid mix of guys and girls with a passion for all things science. But a video published this summer by the European Commission has us and a bunch of other scientists - and science fans - stewing. Laci Green gives us her take, as only Laci can.
Things are a bout to get cheesy, as Trace breaks down the history of our favorite sometimes stinky, sometimes gooey, but oh so good dairy product, cheese.
Driving dogs and pigeon-eating catfish, oh my! It's Friday, and that means a look back at this week's coolest science videos!
You've probably never thought about where helium comes from. Turns out it's actually SUPER rare on planet earth. And we're running out. As Anthony discovered, we use Helium for all kinds of important things. He breaks down what those things are, and what's being done to prevent this precious gas from floating away.
Bugs. Bugs. Bugs. Lots of bugs. That is the conclusion a team of scientists from around the world came to after an eight year long census of a section of a Panamanian jungle. So many bugs, in fact, they say if bugs wanted to take over the world, they could! That might be something we made up, but the real numbers made our skin crawl.
A group of some of the world's most respected futurists got together and have made some pretty wild predictions about what the world will be like in 2030. That is just 18 years from now. What they're predicting surprised us, do they surprise you too?
The end of the world is here. Again. The latest in a long line of end of the world predictions is upon us, but this one is a little bit different. Reports from around the world show people are taking the Mayan calendar prediction very seriously, and it's making them act crazier than ever. But why? What makes this prediction different from all the others? Laci Green has the lowdown on what's coming or not coming. Only time will tell.
They are little, and they're cute, but don't let that adorableness deceive you! These animals pack a mean bite and will inject you with venom if necessary. Trace warns us about these poisonous critters, beginning with three newly discovered species on the giant island of Borneo!
It's Day 2 of Apocalypse Watch and Anthony is here to fill you in on the reason everyone is worried, the Mayan Calendar(s).
The discovery of a biological reason for why people are gay is one of the most significant studies of the year. If confirmed, it could drastically impact the gay rights debate not just in the US, but around the world. Laci Green and the whole DNews team were floored when news of the study began to circulate. Watch Laci breaks down the findings.
It's flu season, and that means viruses are out in full force battling our immune systems and trying to make us sick. But are all viruses bad? As it turns out, certain retroviruses just might be the key to keeping us healthy. Trace explains how we can harness some of the world's most dangerous bugs to keep us healthy!
According to some, the world is going to end on Friday. In the event that actually happens, what becomes of all of humanity's accomplishments: our art, our history? Is there any way to preserve it in the event we all die? Anthony has all the details on the way scientists say is the best way to preserve humanity's work.
We check out a new implant that can connect the human brain with a robot and how it could eventually lead to full recovery for those with paralysis.
The DNews team loves everything science. We are also fans of the holidays. So we thought why not bring the two together!? First up, Laci and Anthony use everyday household items to make super cool crystal ornaments!
How is Santa able to tell who's naughty and who's nice? How can he travel around the entire world in one night? Laci explains what kind of high tech arsenal Santa has to make it all happen.
If the world doesn't end tomorrow, don't assume we're safe!! Turns out asteroids are a HUGE threat to the planet. So what are scientists doing to protect us? One hint: Paintball guns!
Everybody loves Christmas lights, but what about Christmas fire?! Thats right, we said it, Christmas FIRE! Check out this awesome way to ignite some color into your living room.
The Apoca-LIST: The Mayan Apocalypse didn't happen, and now it's just another overhyped, failed prophecy. Anthony & Laci count down their Top 5 best (failed) end-of-the-world predictions throughout history.
Call it a giver's high! When we give selflessly, a host of chemicals are released in our brain, inducing a "giving" high. Laci looks at the science behind the "giver's high," and why it feels so good.
On the holiday menu: BUGS! Watch as he talks about the nutritional value AND gets a taste of them himself. He'll be making a holiday dish filled to the brim with a bunch of creepy crawlin' crickets! You can check out Linda's pies on her website Sweetie-licious.com.
Holidays by the numbers: How much raw material is used to create the holidays? Anthony breaks down the crazy numbers.
After an overindulgent holiday season, Trace takes a look at Americans' "ideal weight" and how it has changed over the years. Research shows we're getting heavier but we're okay with it.
Make homemade pH paper with leftover poinsettia plants! It's easy to do - Anthony & Laci show you how.
Slime Mold has no brain, yet it does some pretty intelligent stuff - like solving mazes and making healthy choices. What gives?! And what other creatures are smarter than we think?
As technology has changed, so has our definition of "dead." Laci gives a brief history and ponders the delicate boundary between dead and alive.
Chocolate and Coffee- GONE!? That is a strong possibility. Watch to find out the details.
What were some of the best science books of 2012? Anthony asks io9's Esther Inglis-Arkell about her top reads this past year.
We've been going to space for the past 60 years and all the trash we've left behind is starting to pile up! Trace examines the space junk problem and potential solutions that scientists are coming up with.
With New Year's Eve around the corner, DNews takes a closer look at the science behind your holiday cocktail. Anthony goes on a tour of St. George Spirits - an amazing Bay Area distillery - and finds out how apple brandy is made from start to finish.
Why do we love watching horror films? Why do we like being scared? Laci explains the psychology behind the "fear is fun" mentality.
Top 5 Science Stories of 2012! Trace counts down the biggest stories in a year full of amazing scientific advancements and acheivments.
Laci Green breaks down why we have such a hard time sticking to New Years resolutions and the best way to make this year's resolutions count.
Living near certain types of farms can make you seriously sick! This is especially true if you live near factory farms. How sick? Trace Dominguez fills us in.
A yawning puppy can tell us a lot about how a dog's mind works. It turns out dogs are more like people than we first thought. Anthony Carboni has all the cute and cuddly details.
Having more orgasms is healthy, but also a lot of work. Who's got the stamina for it? Bring in the sex bots! Laci Green has all the details.
What will 2013 hold for us in the world of science? Anthony explores some of the awesome upcoming events and advancements that lie in store.
A Cathedral made of... Cardboard! Seriously! And that's not all! Trace takes a look at all the cool things being made out of this amazing renewable, recyclable material.
Being fat can actually make you live longer! Seriously! But that doesn't mean you should hop off the treadmill just yet. Anthony sheds some light on what a new study REALLY says about our weight.
Turns out there's no reason you should have to turn off and stow away your electronics during takeoff and landing. Anthony reveals how it's just a social ploy by the FAA!
The colors in our environment make a major impact on how our food tastes! And it doesn't end there. Trace shows how a bit of color can influence our lives.
Meet Vomiting Larry, the puking robot! He's been made by scientists to study one of the most contagious viruses out there, the Norovirus. Anthony shows us why Larry's work is so important... and disgusting.
Why do we feel the urge to post everything we're doing? Laci Green explores the positive and negative effects of social media.
Join Anthony and Veronica at the CES 2013 Unveiled pre-show press event and see what's in store for the rest of CES!
Fracking. You've heard the word, but what is it exactly? And why the huge controversy? Trace drills to the bottom of this hotly contested issue.
Annie and Anthony went over some of their favorite things that they've seen so far at CES 2013.
A meteorite from Mars' surface has been found right here on Earth! And it came with some secrets from the Red Planet. Anthony tells us how it got here, and what it reveals about the planet's past.
Laci Green looks at Costa & McCrae's Big 5 Personality Test, exploring how society may affect the expression of personality traits.
Say hello to 3D printing in your home! The Cube provides consumers with endless possibilities, watch Anthony talk with 3D Systems to get all the details, and how you can get your hands on one!
Junk food works on our brain like a drug, and that's no exaggeration! Laci has the details and what to do to break the habit!
At last, researchers have captured footage of the giant squid - one of the most elusive creatures in the animal kingdom. How is it different from other big squid? Trace has the details.
They call it the "qualitative self," and this concept is the source of a ton of new products and technology that helps to keep you healthy! Anthony and Shannon talk about the fitness area of CES with smart gadgets like the Fitbit, Withings, and more and how they're making staying in shape fun and practical.
NASA's strapped for cash and looking to sell off some stuff for cheap! Launch pads, runways, all on clearance! Trace has all the details!
It seems like there are more and more fake bands these days--music produced by computers and performed by either robots or avatars. Trace looks at a few of the "virtual bands" on the rise.
Adam Sessler, Editor-In-Chief of Rev3Games joins DNews to break down the significant gaming news and announcements of CES 2013.
Anthony demos one of the best tech we've found yet at CES 2013: the Necomimi Brainwave Kitty Ears! They'll measure your brainwaves and wiggle or move accordingly based on your mental activity.
Being bilingual can drastically alter your life... and we don't just mean being able to order from a menu when visiting a foreign country! Trace has the details.
CES is filled with the coolest tech toys out there, but some border on simply strange. Revision3's CEO Jim Louderback takes us to the floor of CES 2013 and shows us the top 10 weirdest gadgets at CES 2013!
A company called MarsOne wants to launch the first human settlement on Mars in 2023. They are currently accepting applications, but as Trace reveals, there's a huge catch.
Should America's teachers take up arms to protect children? That's the idea some out there have proposed to stop another Sandy Hook tragedy. But does this really make sense, or does it just create a whole new set of problems? Laci takes a look.
Just North of the border, a drug-resistant form of Gonorrhea could slowly be making its way to the U.S. So what's the scoop on this supercharged version of the clap? Laci Green fills you in.
If the influenza virus changes each year, does the flu shot even work? And what is the flu vaccine anyway? Trace explains.
In this episode of DNews, Anthony heads to Oakland, CA to check out how Back to the Roots is taking coffee grounds and turning them into an easy way of growing your own mushrooms.
A very nasty and sometimes deadly stomach bug is plaguing our hospitals: C. Difficile. Now, scientists have developed a treatment that works- a poop transplant. That right. A poop transplant. Anthony shows us how this treatment is saving lives.
Scientists on the cutting edge vs pessimistic web trolls! All across the Internet, scientists are forced to continually defend their work against a group of people discounting their research. What's so controversial about their work, and why the attention? Trace puts a spotlight on all the haters and gets some answers!
Lance Armstrong confesses to doping. But what methods did he use and why weren't doctors ever able to detect it? Anthony Carboni breaks down the sophisticated methods Lance and his team used and what this means for the future of the sport.
The Blue Brain Project is working to build a human brain- inside a supercomputer. By simulating the neurons of a human brain, they can do all kinds of things that could have a huge impact on how we live in the real world. Anthony explains how.
It's five till midnight according to the Doomsday clock, but what exactly does that mean?
While we've witnessed the rebirth of the electric car, here are three other battery powered / electric forms of transportation we can look forward to.
Contrary to popular belief, it would seem that taking a break rather than dedicating all your time to one thing might actually make your more efficient!
From thermostats to crosswalks and even elevator buttons, we are apparently conditioned to pressing placebo buttons. Why though do we do this? Anthony explains.
Flushing your fish down the toilet can be disastrous to the ocean's ecosystem, here's why!
Much of what we eat isn't what we think it is. Lax laws on food labelling allow many substitute, "mock" foods to be served instead. Anthony looks at what's actually in our food and how it's easy to be fooled.
On Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Laci Green reflects on racial injustice in the United States.
Bed Bugs... they're not going away! And in some places, the bed bugs are biting harder than ever! Trace goes through the list of the cities affected the worst by these tiny, seemingly invincible pests.
Manti Te'o's dead girlfriend was a hoax. She was made up, which is more common than you think. Laci Green looks at the trend of making up fake people, and its psychological roots.
Assisted suicide is still a hotly debated topic, but with two deaf twins in Belgium choosing to end their lives on their own, perhaps we should be reconsidering our views on the issue.
Puppies so cute that you want to squeeze 'em, eat them even! Turns out, we do have a physical reaction to cuteness--literally, we want to care for it, and if we can't care for it, we want to do something with it. Anthony reports on how cuteness draws out our playful aggression.
If death was imminent, would you consider cryogenically freezing yourself, with the hopes that one day future technology would bring you back to life? Battling with brain cancer, thats what 22 year old Kim Suozzi did, and there are others just like her! But does this have any basis in science? Trace has the answers!
Housecats are destroying New Zealand's natural habitat! They are an invasive species and a threat to indigenous wildlife. At least that's what Gareth Morgan says, the man behind a radical cat eradication campaign in New Zealand. But as Anthony asks, is removing felines the answer? And what might happen once they're gone?
Using DNA as a hard drive? Its not as crazy as it sounds! Scientists at the European Bioinformatics Institute over in the UK, have actually done it and the results have been impressive. Will this ever become something you can do at home? Anthony has the details!
The NIH is retiring 400 chimps from their research laboratories! Trace ponders what our genetic cousins will do in retirement, and looks at what is in store for the 50 research chimps that will remain with the NIH.
Seems like Obama has a lot more gray in his hair since his first inauguration. Is it from the stress of being President? What actually causes us to go gray? Laci Green explores the different factors.
The King of the Lens Flare (aka JJ Abrams) is set to direct Star Trek VII. But what are lens flares they exactly and how are they made? And how do filmmakers like Abrams use them to their advantage? Anthony goes behind the lens for answers.
It looks like women won't be the only ones tasked with the burden of birth control, as men now have a way of their own.
The internet is in a fury over Beyonce's alleged lip syncing at Obama's inauguration. If she did lip sync, it feels like a huge betrayal...a huge lie. Why is this? Afterall, the public has been okay with lip-syncing in the past. Trace explains why this time is so different.
Sea monsters are real! Laci dives to the ocean's deepest depths and uncovers the coolest (and terrifying) creatures in the sea!
If a robot begged for mercy, could you still "kill" it? In a modern-day interpretation of the famous Milgram Experiments, scientists from the University of Canterbury see how close people will go when told to "kill."
Sex in space. Sounds like fun, right? Has it been done before? And is it even possible? Laci takes a look.
Poop ball making Dung Beetles actually use the Milky Way for navigation. So why does an animal who runs around hunting for poop need to navigate so accurately? Trace has the answers.
Evolution vs. Creationism: Five new bills are being proposed in four states aimed at allowing the teaching of creationism in schools. And if you, like us, thought the issue had been put to bed with 2005 federal court ruling, you'd be wrong. Laci Green has the details.
Batteries built for space on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner? It could happen! With the safety issues plaguing the 787 Dreamliner, Elon Musk of SpaceX and Tesla Motors has offered Boeing its battery technology. But will a company, once the worlds leader in aviation, take help from the new kids on the block?
Deer Antler Spray is the new blood doping! Thats right. Deer. Antler. Spray. Ray Lewis of the Baltimore Ravens is being accused of using the stuff just days before the big game. But what is it exactly and does it actually do anything?
The Super Bowl is here and it's time to party, people! We've got 5 crazy stats on the things that make watching football this Sunday so much fun! Bring on the chicken wings!
Groundhog Day. Its a great movie and one weird American tradition. On February 2nd of each year, if a particular groundhog in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania sees his shadow, we'll have to suffer through six more weeks of winter. If not we'll have an early spring. But as Trace tells us, there's more to the story than just kitschy folklore.
While Iran is a little bit behind in sending a monkey into space, it got us thinking, why do we send animals into space?
Robots are taking to the skies! We're not talking military drones. We mean the kind of sweet robots you dreamt of as a kid. Anthony gives us a sneak peak.
The smog in China is now so bad that one millionaire is manufacturing cans of air to help people breathe! No joke. It's so bad that on the Air Quality Index Beijing measured 775, when the entire index caps out at 500. 500! What's going on? Trace has the details.
There's a reason you're attracted to certain scents and it has to do with your own natural smell. Pheromone parties are predicated on this very logic, designed to help you smell out a mate. Join Anthony as he takes a big whiff.
Lightning could have triggered your last headache! As crazy as it sounds, its true, according to new research. But how does it work and what can you do to prevent them? Laci's breaks it all down.
Relocating to Mars is expensive business! From transportation to food to communication with the outside world for sheer sanity--Anthony breaks down all the variables to make a successful move.
With the commotion over the power outage at the Super Bowl this weekend over, see what goes into powering up our daily lives.
Abuse victims returning to their abuser is a controversial and complicated topic. And as Laci Green explains, the roots of this behavior are deeper than you think.
If, after a few drinks, you finally decided to hit the bathroom--are you actually 'breaking the seal?' Thereby triggering a need to pee for the rest of your bar-hopping night? Anthony breaks down the science behind this common happy-hour belief.
Why is smelly Sperm Whale vomit worth tens of thousands of dollars? Trust us when we say its an important ingredient in the very last product you'd think of.
Anthony Carboni and Adam Sessler sit down and talk about Richard The III - the man, his recently found remains, and why the find is significant to thespians everywhere!
Feel bad for Lab Rats? Well don't feel bad for them any more! Turns out Zebrafish are even better 'lab rats' than the lab rats and are being used more frequently. Trace has what makes them such good test subjects.
With two months in and all three of our hosts here, we're responding to your comments! Thank you fans and keep 'em coming!
Face Tattoos. Would you get one? Chances are most of you said 'no', but people are getting them and they're getting more popular. So what drives people to mark their faces in such permanent ways? Laci explores this growing trend.
Check out a disabled pig happily cruising in a K'Nex Wheelchair! Plus, a moth drives a small robot and watch the rescue of an adorable bottlenose dolphin!
The mind of a violent person is a dark place...literally. For the first time, researchers have spotted a physical distinction in the brain of a violent criminal. And as Anthony tells us, the implications are potentially very far-reaching.
Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus....or are they? Couldn't we all just be from Earth? Laci and Trace delve into the classic gender debate.
An island full of slithering, deadly snakes. It's not the setting to some B-Movie, but a real place! And that's not the only island out there overrun with a particular species. Just wait 'till you see what the others have in store.
Predicting the future is science fiction no more! Teams of researchers from Microsoft and an Israeli university say they have figured out how to predict certain future events. So how do they do it, and what kinds of things are they able to see? Anthony and Trace join forces to explain.
NASA is warning that we are due for a once in a century Solar Superstorm, which could leave us here on Earth in virtual darkness. What is this crazy storm and what we can we do? Laci has the details.
Blimps are back! And they can do a lot more than advertise for tire companies and explode in hydrogen fed fires! Trace has why the Blimp may be making a big time comeback.
No extraterrestrials for SETI. Yet. But was their search doomed from the very beginning? Trace and Anthony join up and take a look at where they may have gone wrong.
Astronomers need your help naming the two recently discovered moons around Pluto. But there are rules to this interstellar name game. Trace has the details.
Valentine's Day can put a lot of pressure on relationships. Unrealistic expectations on a single day can lead to trouble. But, as Anthony reports, some good can still come out of this Hallmark holiday!
In light of President Obama's State of the Union speech, Trace examines the science highlights.
Those butterflies and fireworks you feel when falling love are actually just brain chemicals flooding your system. Laci breaks down what's happening behind the science of a new relationship.
Does a HUGE asteroid passing nearby mean the end of humanity? Not quite, but wait 'till you hear just how close a call it is.
The meteor that hit Russia was fairly small, but the large asteroids that fly by are filled with precious metals that some hope to actually mine and bring back to earth! As crazy as it sounds, scientists and engineers are hard at work trying to make this a reality. Trace explains how.
Scientists from around the world have been all over the Russian meteor that exploded over the Ural Mountains. We now know the size of the massive space rock...and just wait till you hear how fast it was moving! Anthony has all the details.
The devastating meteor crash in Russia made us wonder, how many other big strikes has the planet taken? Trace found out and counts down the top four biggest asteroid strikes to ever hit Earth!
It's raining SPIDERS! Seriously! That and two other super weird animal behaviors in this week's Video Roundup!
Internet Trolls- We've all seen 'em throwing around insults and taking over message boards. But what drives these people? Trace goes troll hunting and finds out.
Do online dating sites really work? Turns out they're each driven by a complicated set of computer algorithms with the goal of matching its users with their one true love. Laci lakes a look, and shares her own adventures in internet romance.
If you drink and have relationship issues, don't blame the booze. The booze can actually help you! Trace tells you how.
Can you handle a second or third girlfriend or boyfriend? Turns out more and more people can, and we don't mean "on the side." Polyamory is quickly becoming this generation's sexual revolution. Laci explores what it's all about and how it works.
Is the way you see color the same way everyone else does? And for that matter, what about those who are color blind? Anthony throws on his rose-colored glasses and takes a look.
Exploding meteors! Near-miss asteroids! Aahhh!! Can we get some warning next time? What do we do if not? Trace finds out who's watching the skies.
Anthony sits down with Bernie Beyton, a wildlife biologist and talented origamist, to discuss how his research and art fit together. Plus: origami spectacled bear hats!
With Google Glass on the horizon, it got Anthony thinking, is this the beginning of augmented reality reaching into our everyday lives? Check it out.
What's easier to explore: outer space or the ocean? Laci's got the surprising answer and more. Right here!
With so much progress being made in the field of bionic limbs, its only a matter of time before we got bionic eyes. Well the time is now and Anthony fills you in on this innovative new technology.
The Brain Activity Map project will cost about $3 billion. But we might benefit twenty times more! Anthony shows us where the future of brain science is headed.
A new study shows dolphins are even smarter than we thought! Scientists discovered dolphins actually give names to each other. And if you thought that was cool, you won't believe how far away they can hear each other!
Are pubes as terrible as we seem to think they are? In this episode of DNews, Laci Green outlines the evolutionary and medical benefits of going au naturel.
"I'm not like the others; I'm awesome." We all think it. But is it true? Trace lets us know whether we're kidding ourselves, and why that might be a good thing.
Lake Tahoe is being overtaken by Giant Goldfish! Some of these suckers are several pounds. But not all goldfish can grow this big. Scientists say something in the lake is helping these behemoths reach this size.
The diversity of evolution: it's downright amazing, and we're not just talkin' wings and eyeballs- we're talkin' animal penises! Trace takes us on a tour of the animal kingdom's boxer shorts.
Researchers in Delaware claim to have found markers for a biological predisposition to being racist. It's a controversial, if not intriguing, claim. Anthony takes a look a look at their report.
The Blood Type Diet (AKA Eat Right 4 Your Type) claims there are certain foods and lifestyles better suited for different blood types. Is there any merit to this? And why do we have different types of blood in the first place?
Conspiracy theories are characterized by unfalsifiable explanations for confusing or stressful events. Who is most likely to believe them? And why do our brains gravitate toward these theories?
Everyone's talking about the horse meat scandal in Europe, but is it really that bad? Horse meat is eaten regularly in many cultures. So why does it get such a bad rap? And what's the weirdest food you've ever eaten?
Supercapacitors: They'll enable you to charge your cell phone in 5 seconds, or an electric car in about a minute. They're cheap, biodegradable, never wear out and as Trace will tell you, could be powering your life sooner than you'd think.
Laci takes a look at the effects sleep loss can have on your body, particularly your genes.
Forget 3D, 4D is the future! The kinks are still being worked out, but this new technology could transform life here on Earth, and even outer space. Anthony tells us how.
Rats can read the thoughts of other rats! A landmark study has shown that through a brain to brain interface, rats are able to to connect and communicate with one another. Trace has all the exciting details on what this "mind meld" could mean for us!
Ever felt nauseous or dizzy during a 3D movie? You're not alone. 3D makes most people sick and here's why.
A real jetpack you can fly in! Male Bowerbirds know how to attract the ladies! And finally, a machine to separate the cream from the cookie in Oreos. Thank God. Check out our top 3 videos of the week!
Good music makes us feel good. No surprise there. Now scientists have uncovered what's going on inside our brains when we are jammin' to our favorite tunes. Anthony explains.
Sinkholes are eating up buildings! You've seen them on the news, maybe even in your own neighborhoods... but what exactly causes them in the first place? Trace takes a look.
They're shiny, oh so expensive and, as it turns out, not all that uncommon. Laci Green looks at why our love affair with diamonds has lasted the test of time.
Our bodies are a battleground--constantly fighting off infection and disease. But what happens when our bodies fight off something that's helpful, like an artificial knee? It's not good. Now scientists may have discovered a clever fix to this dangerous problem.
Drone pilots do their work from a remote location, but that doesn't keep them out of harm's way. New research shows they suffer from many of the same kinds of stress disorders as those in combat. Anthony explains why.
Anthony takes a look at a case of an HIV positive baby possibly being cured of the disease.
Bacteria living on our skin can cause zits -- gross. But Laci Green's got news from a study that shows not all acne bacteria are evil! Some might even be helping us out.
First came Beatlemania, today it's Bieber Fever. Laci Green explores what it is about young pop stars that sends teenage girls' hearts aflutter.
