A Moment of Science: Audio

"Cigarette Smoke Can Harm Kitty, Too." (Science News)

Don't worry, there's plenty of air to go around, even in tight spaces.

Saying a scientific explanation is "just a theory" does nothing to discredit its reliability.

The predator/prey relationship is complex, as predators sometimes hunt their food source out of existence.

Icicles are lopsided formations, by nature.

Scientist proves that driving while talking on your cell phone makes you a road hazard.

The stomach "flu" is actually food poisoning, and you might be the cause of it.

Contrary to popular belief, human flight actually began in the 18th-century when scientists learned how to harness the power of different gases.

Despite their immensely complex thoroughfares, ants never have traffic jams. How do they do it?

Despite being touted for their health benefits, antioxidant supplements might do little more for you than snake oil.

Hawkmoths not only have excellent night vision, but they can distinguish between colors in the dark.

*Beware of alarmist headlines. The odds are slim when it comes to giant Earth-bound asteroids.

Your schnoz may hold senior status in matters of smell, but other parts of your body, like your skin, can make scents of things on their own.

It's tricky business, but there's a lot you can figure out from a human skeleton if you know what you're doing.

Roundworms don't actually need to mate to reproduce. When they do mate, though, the consequences can be deadly.