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What's the deal with runners 'going' in public?

As the 'Mad Pooper' terrorizes Colorado Springs, many are asking why runners are so obsessed with poop anyhow.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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What is sleep yoga?

Yoga nidra, also called sleep yoga, is a restorative style of yoga that looks (and feels) more like taking a nap than exercise.



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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What happens inside your body when you exercise?

New research out of Australia unlocks clues about how your body responds to exercise at the cellular level.



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What is a metabolic equivalent?

Knowing how to measure metabolic equivalents is an easy way to sneak in exercise and make sure all your movements count.



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6 exercises that can help you lose weight (even if you have 'obesity genes')

These half-dozen exercises will help you shed pounds if obesity is in your genes.



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What kind of yoga is right for me?

There are many styles of yoga to choose from, so if you’re new to yoga, it might be confusing to know the best place to start.



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What is Valley fever?

Valley fever, or coccidioidomycosis, is a potentially deadly fungal infection that has been called California's "silent epidemic."



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Black skies: This is what happens when an oil refinery loses power

This is what the skies over Beaumont, Texas, look like whenever one of the local refineries loses power.




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Art that sucks: Dutch artist proposes 'vacuum' to clear Beijing of smog

Can a vacuum suck up China's smog? Daan Roosegaarde will test his new technology soon in Beijing's parks.



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5 signs that China can't grow unless it tackles smog

Skeptics question whether China can grow its economy and fight emissions. The truth is, it has no choice.



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What's in that smoke from the Atlanta highway fire?

PVC puts out a lot of nasty stuff when it burns, and it's probably still in the soot.




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Artificial photosynthesis achieved in device that also cleans the air

It's a breakthrough that scientists around the world have been pursuing for years.



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What London's air could look like without cars

This is what London's air would look like without cars.




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Rare aquatic cats that fish with their paws are on the brink of extinction

Researchers have launched a mission to find the Javan fishing cat, the rarest cat in the world.




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9 extinct megafauna that are out of this world

Some of these massive beasts are familiar in form but enormous in size, while others are strange hybrids of modern-day animals.




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What caused 200,000 saigas to die?

Scientists identified the cause of the mystery die-off, as half of the species' population perished within a matter of weeks in 2015.




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14 extinct animals that could be resurrected

Can lost species ever become un-extinct? Many scientists believe it's only a matter of time before many extinct animals again walk the Earth through cloning.




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What we can learn about longevity from Lonesome George

Researchers study the genetic secrets of the world's last Pinta Island tortoise.




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What to drink this weekend: Jamie Oliver’s Mulled Wine

Learn the trick to making mulled wine without burning off all the alcohol in this video for a drink that’s perfect for this weekend between the big holidays.




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What to drink this weekend: Hot Tipsy Cow

What happens when you heat up a Rum Cow? It becomes a soul-warming, winter cocktail.




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What to drink this weekend: La Marca Prosecco

Toast those you love with this pleasing Prosecco that won’t break your budget.




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What is the grain-to-glass trend?

In an unexpected offshoot of the local food movement, distilleries are embracing farming.




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What to drink: The Optimist Cocktail

Designed to drink while binge watching “The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt,” this cocktail is a breath of fresh air, just like the heroine of the show.




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What to drink during 'Dry January'

If you're forgoing alcohol this January, keep your taste buds entertained with these non-alcoholic drinks.




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What to pair with bourbon

Representatives from American whiskey brands give their recommendations on pairing whiskey with food.




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What is amaro?

Amaro, the key ingredient in the classic Negroni, is an Italian spirit that's seeing a resurgence on bar menus through the U.S.




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Whale ear wax (you heard that right) carries a lifetime of ocean pollutants

By analyzing ear wax from a deceased blue whale, scientists gained clues to years of chemical exposure.




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What's your cleanliness IQ?

How smart are you when it comes to keeping clean and germ-free? Take our quiz and find out.




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What do you know about human evolution?

Let's see how well you know your own species' family tree.




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What does your handwriting reveal about you?

Want to delve inside someone's subconscious? Graphology might hold a key.



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What are these countries best known for?

Due to history or legend, most countries are known for contributing something specific to the world. How many do you know?



  • Arts & Culture

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What color is this cat's coat?

Our feline friends come in many colors and coat patterns, each with a name. How many do you know?




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What do you know about flamingos?

These iconic pink birds are immediately recognizable, but how much do you know about them? Test your knowledge of these beautiful birds!




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How much is that famous painting really worth?

When a painting sells for a jaw-dropping price, it makes headlines. Do you know how much these works of art went for?



  • Arts & Culture

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Some animals have Superman-like senses. What do those senses do?

Animals use their senses to detect other animals, communicate and do some wild things. Can you identify the super senses of these animals?




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What do you know about sheep?

Sheep provide us with meat, clothing and even scientific illumination, but how much do you know about them? Find out with this quiz.




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What's the most likely way to die?

We're surrounded by any number of dangers, but which ones should you really worry about? Take the quiz to find out what's more likely to summon the Grim Reaper.



  • Protection & Safety

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What do you know about fall?

Test your knowledge of all things autumnal.



  • Climate & Weather

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Trust your gut: How much do you know about the bacteria that live inside you?

Bacteria live everywhere in your body, including your gut. These microbes have quite an impact on your health. Do you know what they do?



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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What do you know about your tears?

Whether you're crying tears of joy or crying over spilled milk, how much do you really know about the tears rolling down your face?



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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What do you know about Halloween?

Think you know everything about that special day of scary movies and sugar highs? Test your Halloween smarts ... if you dare.




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What should you do with your dog's poop?

There's no perfect way to dispose of your dog's waste, but here are some ideas.




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Malaysia is sending trash back to the countries that created it

Malaysia and the Philippines are forcefully rejecting trash from wealthier countries.




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What to do if you spot a moose in the wild

Moose are increasingly unleashing their frustrations on hunters, motorists and lawn mowers.




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Forgot to turn off the lights? There's an app for that

Zerofootprint's TalkingPlug device turns everyday electrical outlets into miniature communications hubs, allowing remote monitoring and control of energy use by



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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What happens to the electronics we recycle?

There are many reasons to recycle electronics, including copper, steel, gold, silver. The wiring in some older desk tops may yield up to 5 pounds of copper.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Motes: Remote sensors that transmit temperature, light intensity and more

If the Motes project is successful, it will make remote sensing as easy as using an iPhone. They are currently raising funds on Indiegogo,



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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What will the Internet be like in 2025?

Experts predict the World Wide Web will become seamlessly integrated into every aspect of our lives — but with a dark side to consider.




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Sales of Nest Protect halted due to glitch with feature that makes it such a godsend

An unstoppable smart home start-up faces its first major bump in the road: Safety concerns over the Nest Protect smoke detector's 'Nest Wave' function.



  • Protection & Safety

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What is the Internet of Things?

There's no turning back now: We're on the brink of a new tech revolution, but what will it mean for our daily lives?



  • Gadgets & Electronics