Look at a state-by-state comparison of where STEM and charter schools can be found around the country
The rare fish's genome is slowly evolving—and contrary to prior speculation, it probably isn't the common ancestor of all land animals
A new report points to drought, climate change and increased demand for water as the reasons the iconic river no longer reaches the sea
The sequel to Alice's Adventure's in Wonderland was designed to be a playable, albeit whimsical chess problem
From polar exploration to summit bids to marathons, claims of heroic journeys have turned out to be tales woven with lies
Fujiko Nakaya works with an unusual medium. The Japanese artist is sculpting fog clouds at the Exploratorium's new site at Pier 15
In the 1970s, Joe Brainard wrote a book-length poem that paid heed to fashion
A new study shows that fathers and mothers are equally capable at knowing their infant's unique cry—if both contribute to parenting equally
How far do germs travel after a sneeze? Can you really catch a cold if it's chilly outside? And does vitamin C actually help battle cold symptoms?
The rules are extensive, but after three horses died in the filming of the HBO show "Luck," some are wondering if they're strict enough
New research shows just a sip can cause the potent neurotransmitter dopamine to flood the brain
The FDA is investigating whether doctors aren't getting enough training before they start using machines to do surgery. Is the "wow" factor to blame?
In 1836, three Scottish boys discovered a strange cache of miniature coffins concealed on a hillside above Edinburgh. Who put them there—and why?
How far can you push the design of a knight before it stops looking like a knight?
This week, learn how to knit or make pottery, appreciate how much of a luxury your washing machine is and experience the prettiest room on the Mall
The Harris family struck gold when they introduced the ice house to England in 1856, but what were the costs of their innovation?
Educating Americans for the 21st Century
From Ferris Bueller’s Day Off to Mean Girls, on-screen educators have a talent for causing trouble. Here are the worst offenders.
Never has been being so cute been so dangerous
From chimps to caterpillars to birds and flies, all sorts of animals use medicine
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