How sitting, reclining, or lying down during the day may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Amber is found in Antarctica for the first time and what information can be gained from it. Plus, on This Day in History, w...
The remains of a well-preserved saber-toothed kitten was found in Russia, the discovery of the largest known sea creature, and another “Doomsday Fish” washed ashore in California. Plus, on This Day in History, how the railroa...
The latest scam - this one is based around finding a job and how circular homes are standing firm against hurricanes. Plus, on This Day in History, the art advisor to the Queen is exposed in Parliament as a Soviet spy and is ...
The largest object in the asteroid belt may be 90% ice and water and an ancient fossil of a bird skull can help fill the gaps of avian evolution. Plus, on 'This Day in History', we look at the first airplane flight to take of...
A breakthrough breath test could detect lung cancer in the early stages, plus Weird Wednesday has a 77-year-old cake piece sold at auction, gross mystery balls on Sydney's beaches that should be avoided, monkeys captured afte...
Perhaps STILL the stuff of Science Fiction, physicists explain how time travel could become a reality – and it’s not as 'out there' as you might initially think. Plus, on 'This Day in History'; The first recorded aerial bombi...
Elephants that may use a hose like a tool…and for a trick, plus your attitude on aging may impact your cognitive skills as you get older. Also, on This Day in History; the first US fraternity and the dedication for the Tomb o...
The FDA could pull a common but ineffective cold medicine from the market and new DNA analysis reveals what scientists got wrong about Pompeii. And, on TDIH, the first detachable electric plug in the US. FDA to pull common bu...
The discovery of a fossilized 'Terror Bird' leg sheds light on the ancient South American ecosystem and a woodpecker’s comeback changes its status from endangered to threatened. Plus, on The Day in History, the White Hurrican...
The Kingdom of Jordan is the first nation in the world to eliminate Leprosy. Weird Wednesday brings us a giant GPS phallus, a chance to buy President George Washington’s hair, and a couple "odd" structures. Plus, on 'This Day...
It's Election Day in the United State so we examine why it falls on a Tuesday in November, plus a potential step forward in predicting volcanic activity, and on 'This Day in History', Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot leading...
A small moon orbiting Uranus may be the latest body in our solar system that could harbor life. New research out of USC suggests a low-sugar diet in utero and in the first two years of life can meaningfully reduce the risk of...
Scientists spot a star spinning at so fast, it’ll make you dizzy just thinking about it – now the fastest spinning object ever observed and staying in space, another issue for the Voyager 1 probe causes it to use a radio for ...
A new study examines the connection between earthquakes and geysers. Evidence mounts that dark matter – something that's long perplexed scientists -- originates with black holes. Plus, on 'This Day in History'; the first coas...
Why social species live longer than their solitary counterparts. Plus, Weird Wednesday has an Artisan Cheese Thief, More Drugs on Pizza, and a potential lawsuit from an elephant? On This Day in History, we look at Intel’s Pen...
Scientists reverse brain aging in fruit flies! What does that mean for humans? The European Space Agency’s new telescope, Euclid, provides us with stunning images of the “Dark Side” of the Universe. And on 'This Day in Histor...
Using AI, researchers develop DNA ‘switches’ to precisely control gene activity in specific cell types and the Yellowstone “Landscape of Fear” hypothesis is being questioned. Plus, on This Day in History, fingerprints are use...
Mount Everest is having a growth spurt, treasure hunters in the UK are rewarded in a big way, and on 'This Day in History', the first international, six-day bike-race & the great wood ban of Amsterdam Thank you to our sponsor...
On today's episode, we examine how mega-buildings/structures are now slowing the earth’s spin! Plus, how electro-agriculture could help plants grow without photosynthesis, and what that means for the future. Plus, on 'This Da...
Scientific research reveals the "correct" way to throw a frisbee. Plus, Weird Wednesday has a quick goodbye, a shoe smeller, and a special side order that toppled a drug operation. And on TDIH, we look back at the first moder...
It has been revealed that the first brown dwarf ever discovered is actually twins and we look at what happened to Earth when a meteorite four times the size of Mount Everest hit our planet. Plus, on This Day in History, Yahoo...
Could future astronauts use asteroids for food? It might be possible, we'll explain how. The Tasmanian Tiger might be resurrected. Plus, on This Day in History, we look at the first transatlantic radiotelephone message. Astro...
The National Weather Service makes changes to their Winter Advisories and the origin of most meteorites is revealed. Plus, on This Day in History, we look at the solution to burnt toast. There won’t be any wind chill warnings...
A new wearable armband might help stroke victims with flexibility in their arms and the latest new drink trend - "Dirty Soda" - we’ll explain what that is. Plus, on This Day in History, we look at the London Beer Flood that c...