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Our chicken just laid a $7,000 egg

After all the time and money we've spent setting up this luxury chicken coop, this is by far the most expensive egg we'll ever eat.




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Coping with our first real chicken emergency

Our first fowl emergency was truly a lesson in home healthcare.




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Darwin was right: Island life makes animals more relaxed

The lack of predators reduces the instinct to flee, according to new research.




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Scientists search for heat-resistent breeds of chickens to withstand climate change. Is that accepting defeat?

Climate change could affect our food supply at the same time that global population is increasing.



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'World's deadliest island' has one snake for every square meter

More than 4,000 deadly snakes call this tiny 110-acre island home, including one species with venom that can 'melt human flesh.'




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World's largest aquatic insect has 8-inch wingspan and 'giant snake-like fangs'

This monster of a bug was recently discovered in a remote area of China's Sichuan province.




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Using chemistry to make otherworldly art

Artist Iori Tomita explores the natural art of the skeletal system by exploiting clever chemistry tricks. See how it's done.



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Jumbo squid viciously attack Greenpeace submarine (Video)

Jumbo squid, also known as "red devils," have been known to attack divers before. But a submarine? Watch the nightmarish Greenpeace video here.




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New frog species discovered in the middle of New York City

Hiding under everyone's nose in the most populous city in the U.S.A., a beautiful new frog species has been discovered.




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Prehistoric cave lions found remarkably preserved in Siberian permafrost

These are the best preserved specimens of this extinct Arctic lion ever found.




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Student discovers remarkably preserved dinosaur fossil with skin and feathers

Fossil reveals plumage patterns of these ancient beasts, further establishing an evolutionary link between dinosaurs and birds.




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World's weirdest slug is shaped like a fish and glows in the dark

Phylliroe is a type of nudibranch, or sea slug, that has evolved to look and swim like a fish. And that's not the only weird thing about it.




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Sharks witnessed hunting and killing a whale for the first time

A humpback whale fell victim to a swarm of sharks, which are usually known to hunt much smaller prey.




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New Zealand's majestic glowworm caves come to life in epic 4K video

Otherworldly caves naturally lit by the eerie gleam of glowworms are a sight to behold.




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Mysterious humming sound detected in the dark reaches of the ocean

Who or what is making the sound remains a mystery, but it may be a 'dinner bell' signaling feeding time for deep sea creatures.



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Horse-sized missing link ancestor of Tyrannosaurus rex discovered

How this little prince grew into the tyrant king of the dinosaur world.




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Great white shark caught sleeping on film for the first time

Video could finally offer insight into the mysteries about how sharks get their shuteye.




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New species of strange dolphin once lived in Alaskan rivers

Closest living relative of Arktocara yakataga can only be found in rivers in South Asia.




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Ants trapped in defunct nuclear bunker are developing a new ant society

They don't have a queen or any larvae, but these resilient insects are still trying to eke out an existence.




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Weird orange crocodiles live in caves and hunt bats and crickets

Why are these crocodiles orange? One grotesque theory about their coloration might shock you.




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Killer whales vs. shark: Drone footage shows rare attack

Video settles who is truly atop the ocean food chain.




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Why are flocks of sheep roaming Times Square?

From 11:57 p.m. to midnight each night, sheep have been stampeding through Times Square.



  • Arts & Culture

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Snakes found hunting in packs

Scientists aren't yet sure if this is a unique phenomenon or if it's something all snakes are capable of.




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Shark-spotting drone will give early warning to surfers

Helicopter-like aerial drones will patrol off the coast of popular Australian beaches.



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This 'flock of sheep' was actually an unprecedented gathering of polar bears

Zoom in on this supposed image of sheep on a hillside and you'll be in for quite the surprise.




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Alligators found hunting and feasting on sharks

This unexpected clash of alligators and sharks demonstrates which animal really sits atop the estuarine food chain.




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Worms frozen in permafrost for 42,000 years brought back to life

The last time they squirmed was in the Pleistocene Age.




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The secret lives of hummingbirds with sword-like beaks

Some hummingbirds have evolved beaks better suited for fencing than feeding.




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How your free time affects your work day

Whether you learn a language or listen to music tonight can impact how you perform at work tomorrow.




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We can't kick the working lunch habit

The rejuvenating lunch breaks of yesterday are long gone. They've become rushed working lunches, and surveys show it's getting worse.




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Women work a month more than men annually

There are slow gains in equality of pay and power. Frustrated women are working on it.




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Workers with short or 'active' commutes are happier campers

You'll feel happier and more productive when you have a short or an active commute on your way to work.




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Why more boomers are going bankrupt

It's not just medical expenses; the entire social safety net is in tatters — and boomers are experiencing it first-hand.




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6 ways a job you hate can make you sick

From sleep problems to back pain, a bad job can take a toll on your body.




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A short workweek at a Japanese company led to a massive boost in productivity

Microsoft Japan gives staff Fridays off — and it pays off for both employees and the company's bottom line.




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These stores will be closed on Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving shoppers in search of the best holiday deals no longer have to head to the store.




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Do nonsmokers deserve extra vacation days?

The average smoker takes about six days of smoke breaks each year, so maybe nonsmokers deserve extra vacation days in return.




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20 fantastic photos that offer a big peek into a small world

Nikon Small World Photomicrography shows how art and science intersect.



  • Arts & Culture

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REI wants you to do more than #OptOutside on Black Friday

REI is leading the way with #OptOutside, but other major brands are following their example on Black Friday.



  • Arts & Culture

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Is OK Boomer about age or attitude?

Really, you can't blame the kids for being angry. But they're not just talking to the baby boomers.



  • Arts & Culture

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In these villages, the mail comes by babushka

Russian postwoman walks 25 miles to deliver mail and she's been doing it for half a century.



  • Arts & Culture

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Up, up and away with a Thanksgiving tradition

The secrets and science behind those giant balloon characters in the Macy's parade.



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Visitors flock to see Lithuanian Christmas tree that resembles chess piece

The Vilnius Christmas tree was named the most beautiful in Europe.



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Radar uncovers another Viking ship in Norway

The discoveries of two different burial sites in Norway have been facilitated by improved radar technology.



  • Arts & Culture

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German Christmas markets are the best way to celebrate the happiest season of the year

German Christmas markets or Christkindlmarkt celebrate the holiday season with crafts, food and fun.



  • Arts & Culture

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Nikon Small World video winners prove small is truly is beautiful

Winners announced for the 9th annual Nikon Small World In Motion competition showcasing the best microscopic videos of 2019.



  • Arts & Culture

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You can change your personality in 10 weeks

Research reveals you can change facets of your personality if you're motivated and committed.



  • Arts & Culture

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​You may not have hit your creative peak yet

There are two types of creative peaks, and they occur at different ages, combating the idea that the fires of creativity burn out after your youth.



  • Arts & Culture

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What those beautiful glass prisms in the sidewalk are really for

Vault lights in the sidewalks were useful ways to light the rooms down below.



  • Arts & Culture

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Why a silent book club is a brilliant idea

It's a book club for introverts to be social without all the pressure of a regular book club.



  • Arts & Culture