Why do cats have 'leg whiskers'?
To answer why they're useful, it's important to understand what whiskers are. Technically known asvibrissae, whiskers are specialized hairs that are stiffer and several times thicker than other
» readAugust’s science fiction gems include a fascist empire, Korean sea monsters, and a Booker-longlisted novel
The article presents a selection of science-fiction books recommended for August, a traditionally quiet month in publishing. The recommendations are attributed to the New Scientist Book Club and its sci-fi columnist Emily H.
» readFull Buck Moon Rises Over Croatia, Setting Stage for August Solar Eclipse
A full Buck Moon was photographed rising over distant mountains from Krk Island, Croatia, on July 28, as reported in a skywatching feature.
» readAugust Sky Showcases Perseid Meteor Shower and Partial Lunar Eclipse
A partial solar eclipse will be visible across parts of the United States, from Alaska to North Carolina, with the Moon taking a small bite out of the Sun and varying coverage by location.
» readNASA to preview 250th anniversary event at Kennedy Space Center news conference
A news conference will be held by NASA at 2:30 p.m. EDT on Friday, Aug.
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