15 myths about the human body you should stop believing

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Handpicked from our Blog for you• Apr 12, 2026

That’s not true! 15 myths about the human body you should stop believing 4 min. Think you know your body? Think again. Many "facts" we hear about the human body are actually just popular myths that have been long debunked by science. From the color of your blood to the capacity of your brain, join us as we separate truth from fiction. Read full article

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Ever been on cloud nine?   Have you ever seen a storm in a teacup? Learn 12 weather-related phrases     We always talk about the weather, but, as it happens, we also use weather-related terms to talk about other things as well. From "under the weather" to "snowed under," many common phrases have surprisingly stormy origins. These sayings are part of our everyday lexicon, often without us even realizing their connection to sun, rain, wind, or snow. Which of these 12 do you use the most?   Learn more

Holy mysteries   There are no hospitals or prisons in the Vatican: Here's why     Located in the heart of Rome, the Vatican is a city-state with roots that stretch far beyond its official founding year. And while you might think you’ve heard all about it, the world’s smallest country still holds plenty of secrets. Let’s uncover 10 fascinating facts hidden within its walls.   Learn more

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Which parent did you get most DNA from? 10 amazing facts about our genes

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Handpicked from our Blog for you• Apr 11, 2026

DECODING DNA Which parent did you get most DNA from? 10 amazing facts about our genes 3 min. Genetics can both fascinate and befuddle us with its complexity, but understanding its mechanisms just might be the key to deciphering the building blocks of our entire existence. From genes that are shared between different species to viruses that insert themselves into our DNA, here are 10 things you—likely—didn’t know about genetics and DNA. Read full article

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Strangely accurate   Warning: once you learn these strange words, you’ll start using them!     You know those moments when you struggle to explain something simple, like a feeling, a habit, or a situation, and you think, "How is there no word for this?" Well, surprise: there usually is. English is packed with oddly specific words that describe everyday life with uncanny accuracy. Some are practical, some are funny, and some feel almost too honest. Let’s meet a few that might sound strange at first but will feel very familiar once you get to know them.   Learn more

Stranger truths   10 things once dismissed as nonsense that are now undeniable science     Science is an unending search for truth, but when some truths are stranger than fiction, even the most experienced scientists find them hard to believe at first. As we learn more about the world we live in, phenomena once thought impossible are turning out to be more plausible than previously believed. From genetic memory to magnetoreception in humans, here are 10 examples of things once denied, doubted, or even feared—until evidence proved otherwise.   Learn more

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