Valentine's Day

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A Few Gift Ideas for a Geeky Valentine's Day

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The Evolution of the Sweet Tooth

There's a reason sweethearts don't give each other boxes of radicchio for Valentine's Day. Humans have a soft spot for things that taste sweet

Admirers present valentines to a girl who is pretending to be sleeping, c. 1900s.  In the 18th and 19th centuries, British children celebrated Valentine's Day by going door to door, singing songs.

Ten Out-of-the-Ordinary Valentine’s Day Customs

From the festivals of ancient Rome to modern campaigns, the holiday hasn’t always been about roses and candy

Soldier beetles mate on a bed of flowers.

The Curious Do's and Don'ts of Insect Dating Behavior

Bugs tap, dance and buzz to attract their mates—and some get eaten

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Valentine’s Gifts for Your Science Geek

Chocolate truffles

A Brief History of Chocolate

Uncover the bittersweet story of this ancient treat and watch a video

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Big Love

In a mating ritual, male humpback whales leap, splash and fight. But researchers ask: just what does a female whale want?

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