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Antarctica's Spooky Cosmic Rays Might Shatter Physics As We Know It
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Something very strange is afoot above the frozen landscape of Antarctica.
What is star jelly?
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Star jelly sounds like it could be some sort of cosmic spread for toast -- complete with a flashy label boasting, "Now with 50 percent more universe!" Unfortunately, the real story of star jelly is far less tasty -- and far more terrestrial.
Do tornadoes always move from west to east?
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Some things in this world you can just count on. The sun rises in the east and sets in the west. Certain types of birds will always fly south for the winter. But do tornadoes really only move from west to east -- and if so, why?
What's the Difference Between a Blood Moon and a Lunar Eclipse?
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Blood moons always bring out the stargazers though they aren't that rare. So what makes blood moons red? And do they differ from lunar eclipses?
Time Is Up for the Leap Second
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The decision made at the 27th General Conference on Weights and Measures will scrap leap seconds for good by 2035.
How Space Elevators Will Work
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Space elevators are explained in this article. Learn about space elevators.
How Kryptonite Works
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Learn all about the radioactive mineral known as kryptonite.
5 Secrets About the Soviet Space Program
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The Soviets were secretive about their space program. We're telling five of the biggest now.
Can You Name the Ariana Grande Song From One Line?
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Winning this quiz would be almost as sweet as licking a doughnut! (See what we did there?) Can you choose "Only 1" correct answer to pair the lyrics with the Ariana Grande song? "Step on Up" and give this quiz your best shot!
10 Scary Modern Technologies
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Some of our modern technologies can be a little scary. Take a look at 10 modern scary technologies, including computers taking over the world.