Marshes aren't just breeding grounds for mosquitos, they are essential to the planet for a number of reasons.
Why marshes are essential to the planet
March 7, 2018
Often seen as a soggy nuisance, here's why marshes are actually essential
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Why it's still important to check your private well water safety
Close to one-third of North Carolinians rely on private well water. RTI International scientist Jennifer Redmon explains the importance of testing private wells.
Why it's still important to check your private well water safety
March 7, 2018
What happens when you sneeze?
Do you know what happens when you sneeze and why?
What happens when you sneeze?
March 3, 2018
Why coyotes are thriving in North Carolina
Coyotes are in all 100 North Carolina counties, but they've only been in the state for 30 years. Why are they doing so well?
Why coyotes are thriving in North Carolina
February 23, 2018
How a train crash changed product testing
It took a deadly train crash to motivate companies to start testing products before selling.
How a train crash changed product testing
February 15, 2018
Why you see ladybugs in your house during winter
Ladybugs like to snuggle up in your house over the winter, here's why.
Why You See Ladybugs in Your House during Winter
February 16, 2018
How Many Daily Decisions Do We Make?
We make thousands of decisions every day and rely on certain strategies to make up our minds.
How many daily decisions do we make?
February 7, 2018
Why this flu season is significantly worse than last season
The 2017-2018 flu season has had a severe effect in North Carolina. UNC-Chapel Hill pediatrician Dr. Ravi Jhaveri explains.
Why this flu season is significantly worse than last season
February 2, 2018
Why Shelly Island appeared, then disappeared
Shelly Island appeared and then all but disappeared with Hurricane Maria. Could it return?
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Why animals don't have the weaponized tails seen in prehistoric times
Researchers look at the evolution of animals to learn why they no longer have weaponized tails
Why animals don't have the weaponized tails seen in prehistoric times
February 15, 2018