Reflections on what’s coming up Next Week in Science
A few thoughts going into next week. Also, don’t forget we’re on Bluesky now, so follow up over there. Daylight Savings Time I’m pretty surprised that we’ve never covered daylight… Read More
Month: March 2025
What Your Tongue Knows That You Don’t
Stick out your tongue. No, seriously—take a quick look in the mirror. That oddly shaped, wiggly muscle does more than help you taste pizza or say tricky words like “phenomenon.”… Read More
Wait, What?! Elephants Should Be Riddled with Cancer—But They’re Not
Let’s play a game of logic: If cancer is caused by cells making mistakes when they divide, then bigger animals—who have more cells—should get more cancer, right? A whale has… Read More
A Mosquito’s Sweet Tooth Might Just Save Lives
Did you know mosquitoes have a sweet side? Sure, they’re infamous for their blood-sucking antics, but most of their meals actually come from plants. In fact, male mosquitoes feed exclusively… Read More
Wait, What?! More People Had Access to Clean Water in 2000 Than in 2020?
If you thought the world was making steady progress toward universal access to clean water and sanitation, think again! While the raw numbers might tell a tale of improvement, a… Read More
When Rocks Rewrite History: The Altyn Orogen Mystery
Hold on to your hiking boots—scientists just found evidence that could rewrite the geological history of the Tibetan Plateau! The Altyn Orogen, a mountain range stretching over 400 kilometers, was… Read More