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The Myth About Microwaves People Need To Stop Believing

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Microwaves are a wonder of the modern world and you can find them in almost every home, but some one microwave myth simply needs to disappear.

Dr. Oz Reveals Donald Trump's Bizarre Belief About Diet Coke's Effect On Cancer Cells

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

President Trump isn't renowned for his traditional views of the world, likewise, he has some pretty out there beliefs about diet soda and cancer.

The Final Breathing Pattern Doctors Often See Before Death

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Death is mysterious that scientists can't fully explain, even if they've been observing trends in dying patients, like this odd breathing pattern, for years.

A Bottle Of This Hydrating Beverage Has More Potassium Than A Banana

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

The nutritional appeal of bananas lies in the massive amounts of potassium they pack between their peels, but this common drink has even more.

The Myth About Death People Should Stop Believing

staff@sciencing.com (Tiffany Betts) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

When it comes to death and dying, most people tend to think of it as an abrupt change from one state to another, but that's not what science says.

The Real Reason Doctors Are Taking Laughter More Seriously

staff@sciencing.com (Elias Nash) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Laughter is said to be the best medicine, but that might actually be more than a cute saying. In fact, laughter has some surprising physiological effects.

What Peeing In The Middle Of The Night Could Reveal About Your Heart Health

staff@sciencing.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Peeing in the middle of the night happens sometimes, but if that's a persistent problem, it might actually be a sign of some larger underlying health problems.

The Popular Myth About Lightning People Need To Stop Believing

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0000

Lightning is the topic of some fun sayings, but that doesn't mean those idioms are true. In fact, believing them might actually prove to be a safety hazard.

A Bed Bug's Worst Fear Was Discovered By Accident (And It's Not What You'd Expect)

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 14:25:00 +0000

A fear of discovering bed bugs in your bedding is perfectly reasonable, but you might be surprised to discover what it is a bed bug is afraid of.

You Probably Didn't Expect The Body To Make Noise After Death

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Death may be the end of this mortal life but that doesn't mean that the body that remains doesn't still have something to say before it's dust.

How A 1960's Physicist Predicted The World Is Going To End On November 13, 2026

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Theories of the impending end of the world are a dime a dozen, but some of those theories take themselves a little bit less seriously than others.

The Myth About Recycling Plastic That People Should Stop Believing

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0000

It's commonly believed that recycling plastic waste on a large scale will have a positive impact on the environment, but the truth is a bit more ugly.

Scientists Reveal What Bacteria Is Actually Living In Your Belly Button

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Scientists have taken a look at the belly button and found it to be a surprisingly unique microbiome that varies quite a bit from person to person.

Don't Toss Your Leftover Coffee Grounds - Science Has A Better Idea

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

Coffee is a pretty regular part of many a morning ritual, but you might want to hold onto those leftover grounds. Your yard might thank you for it.

Is It Actually Dangerous To Swallow Chewing Gum?

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

Myths say that chewing gum stays in your stomach for seven years, but is that true? Or does gum actually present some other potential dangers?

Unexpected Traits That Psychologists Notice About People Who Wake Up Early

staff@sciencing.com (Ing Wei Khor) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:25:00 +0000

Whether you're a morning bird or a night owl seems like a harmless distinction, but it might actually say something about your psychology and ability.

The Final Heart Rhythm Doctors Often See Before Death

staff@sciencing.com (Robin Oliverio) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0000

The science of death often seems strange and scary, but there are some trends, including this particular pattern of heartbeats associated with the end of life.

The Bizarre Object Scientists Say Your Stomach Acid Can Dissolve

staff@sciencing.com (Daniel Meagher) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:25:00 +0000

Stomach acid is a surprisingly strong substance, even able to dissolve some shocking objects. But that doesn't mean swallowing just anything is safe.

What Is The 'Golden Hour' And Is It Linked To Death?

staff@sciencing.com (George Hale) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 10:25:00 +0000

The 'golden hour' is a mythically vital span of time associated with emergency medical care, but has its importance been exaggerated? It's a bit complicated.

The Surprising Thing Science Reveals About Cooking Potatoes

staff@sciencing.com (Elaine Todd) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0000

There's little that compares to the texture of a perfectly cooked potato, and it's no surprise to learn that there's a bit of science behind it.