Florida's feud with the College Board's AP Psychology course explained
The public scuffle over the AP Psychology course is just the latest installment in an ongoing feud between the College Board and Florida education officials over what subjects can be taught in the state's classrooms. Find out how we got here.
2023-08-06 18:25
US snake hunters fight pythons big enough to devour gators
Over the past decade, thousands have competed to kill some of the planet's biggest serpents in Florida.
2023-08-04 08:56
What are semiconductors and how are they used?
Governments around the world are scrambling to boost semiconductor production.
2023-08-04 00:51
There’s a Scientific Reason Why Some People Love the Smell of Gasoline
If you find the pungent aroma of gas pleasant at the pump, you're not alone. Here's why fuel tickles your brain.
2023-08-02 22:54
Why Does ‘Of Course’ Mean ‘Yes’?
‘Of course’ is one of the most versatile ‘yes’ synonyms we have. But what does it actually mean?
2023-07-31 21:23
What Is Baby Corn, Anyway?
A baby corn plant and a corn plant are one and the same.
2023-07-27 05:29
Florida's new black history curriculum 'sanitized', say critics
The revised standards for black history lessons suggest some received "personal benefit" from slavery.
2023-07-21 07:57
Webb telescope captures tantalizing evidence for mysterious 'dark stars'
By Will Dunham WASHINGTON Scientists for the past 15 years have been looking for evidence of a type
2023-07-18 01:49
Homonym vs. Homophone vs. Homograph: What’s the Difference?
Here’s why some homophone examples also work as homograph and homonym examples.
2023-07-15 05:21
15 Historical Figures’ Names You’re Probably Mispronouncing
Here’s how to pronounce ‘Elie Wiesel,’ ‘Cixi,’ and 13 other famous names from history.
2023-07-14 20:27
The Riveting Reason Blue Jeans Have Those Little Metal Studs Over the Pockets
If you’re wearing jeans, you’ll probably spot some tiny metal rivets surrounding the front pockets. Like a lot of details in life, we’ve become accustomed to seeing them. So why are they there?
2023-07-14 05:24
Deep space orbit to provide non-traditional resting place
Gerry and Elizabeth Paulus love taking road trips across the United States, and soon they’ll be preparing for
2023-07-12 18:16