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Five Banned Foods and One That Maybe Should Be

From maggoty cheese to My Little Ponies to roadkill, some illegal and one legal food items in the United States
September 25, 2012 | By Leah Binkovitz

Next Year, We Start to Run Out of Bacon

This year's US drought is rippling through globalized agriculture. Next on the chopping block? Bacon
September 25, 2012 | By Colin Schultz

The End of Balloons

With helium reserves running low, some scientists are calling for drastic measures, including the reduction of balloon use
September 24, 2012 | By Mary Beth Griggs

Events September 25-27: Waterways, Conserving Masterpieces and Video Blogging

This week, explore the role of the Anacostia River, art conservators at the museum and video blogging in contemporary life
September 24, 2012 | By Leah Binkovitz

Here’s What Space Shuttle Endeavour Looked at While You Looked at Space Shuttle Endeavour

Here's what Endeavour saw during its #Spottheshuttle tour
September 24, 2012 | By Colin Schultz

The Equinox: See It for Yourself This Weekend

There are many great spots around the globe to observe the celestial phenomena, from Machu Picchu to the Yorkshire moors
September 21, 2012 | By Alastair Bland

America’s Issues with Voter Turnout Stretch Back More Than 200 Years

Since before the Revolutionary War, America has struggled with low voter turnout
September 21, 2012 | By Colin Schultz

Doctors Warned Life Expectancy Could Go Down, And It Did

Some groups of Americans have actually seen their expected lifespans decline
September 21, 2012 | By Colin Schultz

The Copper King’s Precipitous Fall

Augustus Heinze dominated the copper fields of Montana, but his family's scheming on Wall Street set off the Panic of 1907.
September 20, 2012 | By Gilbert King

Six Things to Do and Places to See Before Climate Change Swamps the Party

Get out and view a wild polar bear and visit Tuvalu and other low-lying islands while you have a chance
September 20, 2012 | By Alastair Bland

Who Really Has Six Percent Body Fat Anyway?

Paul Ryan shouldn't be ashamed of his body fat, it's probably lower than the average male, but it's definitely not six percent
September 19, 2012 | By Rose Eveleth

Events September 18-20: Free love, Edward Hopper and historic houses

This week, take in some spoken word, learn more about the artist behind iconic scenes and tour the official guest house of U.S. presidents
September 17, 2012 | By Leah Binkovitz

Women’s Wedding Jitters Might Actually Matter

Psychologist warn that pre-wedding misgivings - especially among women - may be a sign that trouble awaits after 'I do'
September 14, 2012 | By Rachel Nuwer

Spielberg’s ‘Lincoln’ Nails the President’s Surprising, High Voice

For his new movie role as Abraham Lincoln, Daniel Day-Lewis obviously did his homework
September 14, 2012 | By Colin Schultz

Will Hound Hunting in California Be Banned?

Hunters say that the practice brings to life a natural drama between black bears and canine predators. But to many others, the practice is little more than wildlife harassment
September 13, 2012 | By Alastair Bland

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Bears, Up Close and Personal, in the Alaskan Wilderness

A newly built retreat gives visitors a chance to see the Kodiaks in their element
September 13, 2012 | By Elaine Glusac

The Unknown Story of "The Black Cyclone," the Cycling Champion Who Broke the Color Barrier

Major Taylor had to brave more than the competition to become one of the most acclaimed cyclists of the world
September 12, 2012 | By Gilbert King

50 Years Ago, JFK Sent Us to the Moon

President Kennedy bolstered American support for his mission to the Moon with a speech at Rice University 50 years ago today
September 12, 2012 | By Colin Schultz

US Official Killed in Libya Mourned by Online Gaming Community

To friends around the world, fallen U.S. State Official was better known as "Vile Rat," his moniker in the online gaming community to which he was an avid participant
September 12, 2012 | By Rachel Nuwer

The World’s Closest International Relationships, According to Facebook

An interactive map depicts the Facebook friendships between countries
September 12, 2012 | By Rachel Nuwer


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