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Did the egg come first?

The egg came first, in amniotes at least.

Why do women live longer than men?

Aussie women have an average lifespan of 84 years, while the men have an average of 80. The reason why could lie in our genes.

Why do we sneeze?

Sneezing helps us reboot our body.

How do astronauts sleep in space?

After a long day’s work, you’re ready for a good night’s sleep. But it’s a little different if you’re weightless.

Is it better to run without shoes?

With the London Olympics fast approaching we have a few tips to assist your athletic performance.

Why do shellfish change colour when cooked?

  The answer to this question lies in the breaking of specific chemical bonds by heat.

What happens when we get sunburnt?

Turns out this painful process is an immune response to radiation.

Why is everyone talking about the Higgs boson?

Tonight scientists at the CERN research centre will release a press statement explaining whether or not they have found the Higgs boson. Although most of us are not too familiar with this hypothetical…

Is there such thing as a five-second rule?

The food myth disproven.

Why do some snails float?

In the case of the snail, the eggs came first.

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