A lot of things can cause itchiness, sometimes serious diseases. Whatever the cause, doctors have long warned that scratching too much can damage the skin. Now researchers better understand why even a ...

You scratched that bug bite and now it's a big itchier bump. Some science explains why scratching really can make things ...

Discover six fascinating science experiments you can try at home! Learn how to make a glass bubble from a CD, explore static electricity with a straw, and see a chemical reaction inflate a balloon.

Can darkness really travel faster than light? A surprising new physics experiment suggests it can—at least in a very unusual way. Scientists observed dark regions within light waves moving faster than ...

Explore a world of inventive science experiments with everyday items such as balloons, a smartphone, and a plastic bottle.

A new technique could solve one of the biggest challenges in making future computer chips from ultrathin materials. Researchers found that coating molybdenum disulfide with oxygen or fluorine lets ...

This article is part of “The Young American Scientists,” which includes stories of 28 extraordinary scientists poised to change the world, as well as a deep look at the past, present and future of ...

With the World Cup kicking off and summer steaming into view, it’s the time of year millions of Brits pack their bags and head for sunnier climes. One modern indispensable traveller’s tool is, of ...

Those prone to puking in the passenger seat are often advised to stop reading, stop looking at screens and take regular breaks. Some people get relief from medications, including scopolamine and ...

For over five decades, Cheap Trick has entertained fans all over the world. Since releasing their self-titled debut album in 1977, the group has performed over 5,000 shows and sold over 20 million ...