The timeless adage “sticks and stones may break your bones” takes on a fascinating twist when we shift our focus from playground banter to the intricate ecosystems inhabited by coastal giant salamanders. Beyond mere linguistic... Read More
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In any good game, defense is the secret weapon wielded behind the offense. Whether it is soccer, football, or basketball, no amount of offense can beat a truly strong defense. They are the guardians of... Read More
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Once upon a time, a beautiful Chinese princess fell desperately in love with a Singaporean prince. Determined to spend the rest of her life at his side, she departed her homeland and magically flew over... Read More
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What do you think makes you physically identifiable? Is it your height? Or maybe your unique eye color? All of these visible traits make up your phenotype. That is only one definition of phenotype, however.... Read More
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Amoebae Beads of sweat drip down your forehead as the summer heat weighs down on your body. Wondering what to do, you remember that there is a lake nearby and decide to cool down there.... Read More
One day at St. Mary’s Hospital, Alexander Fleming was observing Staphylococcus aureus bacteria colonies and noticed they were reduced or killed by the mold festering in the petri dishes. What was a ruined experiment turned... Read More
Since I was a kid, I have been obsessed with space since there is so much we don’t know about it yet. How can we travel out there? Are there any other forms of life?... Read More
Whether you were lucky enough to attend one of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour concerts this year or simply watched from the sidelines as seemingly everyone you know posted an Instagram photo decked out in friendship... Read More
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On October 9th 2023, history was made as horticulturist, or plant cultivator, Travis Gienger successfully grew the largest pumpkin in the world. At a whopping 2,749 pounds, it’s hard to believe this gargantuan gourd came... Read More