Curiosity: It Helps Us Learn, But Why?
New research suggests that curiosity triggers chemical changes in the brain that help us better understand and retain information.
Science
Sandwich (Replacement) Monday: Soylent
For this week's Sandwich Monday, we try Soylent, a meal-replacement substance. It's the thing to eat if you hate eating.
Why California's Drought-Stressed Fruit May Be Better For You
Is California's severe drought hurting the nutrient content of fruit? No, preliminary data on pomegranates suggest. The fruit may be smaller, but packed with more antioxidants, tests show.
From Brain To Computer: Helping 'Locked-In' Patient Get His Thoughts Out
"When I first saw him he had a little bit of eye movement and that was really the only way he could communicate," says Eric Sellers, who helped a patient use a brain-computer interface to communicate.
'Freakish' Sunspot Wows Astronomers
AR 2192, the largest sunspot seen since the beginning of the current 11-year cycle that started in 2008, is producing strong solar flares.
VIDEO: Talking While Female
For starters: Your voice is too squeaky, too loud; it lacks authority, is grating or obnoxious or unprofessional. Why is talking while female such an offense?
Fear Of Blowing Big Calls May Affect How Umpires Do Their Jobs
New research suggests umpires are hesitant to make calls that change the course of the game, especially in games with high stakes.
'Near-Space Dive' Sets New Skydive Record, 25 Miles Above Earth
Google's Alan Eustace fell from an altitude of more than 135,000 feet, plummeting for some 15 minutes. The jump broke the record of 127,852 feet that Felix Baumgartner set in 2012.
Ebola Vaccine Tester Feels A 'Real Satisfaction'
Peter Hubbard is one of 20 volunteers in a human safety test of an experimental Ebola vaccine. He tells NPR's Scott Simon about why he signed up and how he has been feeling.
Wanted: Wind Turbine Mechanic — Must Be Daredevil, Skilled With Hands
Wind power is a growing part of the energy mix in the United States. And more wind turbines means there are new jobs for people to install and repair them. The job requires a unique skill set.