Edward Mordrake's 'Head' Is Actually Art Piece
A mixture of a somewhat-plausible medical condition and some tragic drama make the story of Edward Mordrake irresistible. But he really should have invested in a hoodie.
Colorado May Ban Funeral Homes From Selling Dead Bodies
There is no federal law against dismembering a dead body and selling the parts to any buyer, unless those parts are for transplant or from a Native American.
Undercover Footage Could End Deadly Fishing Net Use
Seeing someone cut off a live shark's fins can make you rethink your dedication to eating swordfish.
Old People are Still Having Sex, Survey Finds
Retiring from work doesn't mean you have to retire from the bedroom.
Rare Wild Wolf Shot to Death on Camera
With so few wolves, one death can have dire consequences on the potential to re-establish their numbers.
Hawaiian Volcano Kilauea Could Soon Erupt
Typically, this area attracts millions of tourists every year.
Could Science Bring Back the Extinct Tasmanian Tiger?
Humans killed off the last of the thylacines. Could science bring them back?
Massive Antarctica Glacier Might Melt Into Ocean
The glacier is melting so fast that it's currently responsible for 4 percent of all sea level rise.
Scientists Keep Pig Brains Alive Without Bodies
What is life like for a brain in a jar?
What Is Mitochondrial DNA Depletion Syndrome?
The infant has garnered international attention for controversy surrounding his undiagnosed disorder.
Can Ocean Scientists Find Shackleton's Shipwreck?
Researchers want to study ocean biology, physics, temperatures and currents. But finding a shipwreck would be awesome.
Half-Human, Half-Animal 'Dogzilla' Threat Is a Hoax
The photo was posted on the YouTube channel "UFOmania – The Truth Is Out There," and got more than 2 million clicks with the warning: "The creature's shape is striking."
Rhino Has CT Scan at Chicago-Area Zoo
It takes a lot of work to scan a 2,300 pound animal.
'Tectonic Time Bomb' Earthquake Could Slam Bay Area
If you live in Berkeley, Oakland, Fremont, Hayward or anywhere nearby, be prepared.
10,000 radiated tortoises found in Madagascar House
The radiated tortoise is a popular pet in Asia, and some smuggle them out of Madagascar to meet demand.
Kangaroo Rats Sighted for First Time in 30 Years
Extra-cute tiny kangaroos - well, rats that hop like kangaroos - are still around after all.
Science Proves Flies Enjoy Ejaculating
And if they don't sling their yogurt, they want to drink more alcohol.
'Suicidal' Octopus Moms Lay Eggs in Overheated Cracks
Scientists have discovered hundreds of unidentified pink octopuses, and yes, that is the correct plural, at a hot undersea rock crack.
What is the Migratory Bird Treaty Act?
Now, let's say you and I go toe-to-toe on bird law and see who comes out the victor?
Volunteers Find Ancient Artifacts While Clearing Path
These items help us understand what happened at Galilee more than a thousand years ago.
People at These Jobs Are Most Likely to Smoke Pot
White 18-to-25-year-old men who work in food service are the most likely to toke.
Vaccine Could Stop Peanut Allergies
One day the allergic among us might know the unbridled joy of a peanut butter cup.
The World's Most Popular Animals Are Going Extinct
Is Tony the Tiger helping or hurting real tigers?
Woman Faked Cancer to Scam Thousands Out of Donors
The woman has been sentenced to three months in jail and has to pay back the money she scammed out of well-meaning donors.
Backpage Shutdown Devastates Sex Workers
"Some people will ride it out, some people will be supported by their regulars, and some people will die."
Can CRISPR Cure This Debilitating Brain Disease?
Is CRISPR the miracle we've been hoping for to treat genetic brain diseases?
Hurricane Maria Might Have Killed More Than 1,000
This isn't the first time the public has questioned the alleged government estimate.
You Might be Eating Halal Meat
This is why a slaughterhouse might want to make all their meat Halal.
Was the YouTube Shooter an Animal Rights Activist?
The suspect was photographed at a PETA demonstration, but she doesn't appear to have any strong connection to animal rights or welfare organizations.