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Do all vampires have fangs?

A trip to the Deep Oceans exhibition at the Australian Museum changed our perspective on these alleged neck nibblers.

What is an induced coma?

An induced coma gives the brain the rest necessary to recover. Medically induced coma requires an extreme type of general anesthesia that essentially deactivates the brain; this prevents the patients from being revived…

Do we really need to drink two litres of water?

Researchers suggest our bodies need two litres of fluid per day, rather than two litres of water specifically.

Did you know that on September 3rd, we celebrate the International Bacon Day. Image: Shutterstock

Why does bacon sometimes have greenish colour?

Mystery of the green bacon solved.

Is there carbon on Mars?

New research proves that Mars can produce organic carbon.

Can our computers be infected with bacteria?

You should always wash before you type.

Does cutlery affect the flavour of food?

Some food for thought when preparing your next dinner party.

What are the odds of ‘rock paper scissors’ ending in a draw?

They are much higher than you might think.

Could eating chocolate kill your dog?

Dogs and chocolate have generally been labelled as a bad combination, however the amount of chocolate needed to cause serious effects in canines may surprise dog owners.

Can organic food production feed Australia’s growing population?

Organic foods have an important role in feeding a growing population.

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