For almost two decades, scientists have debated whether sponges or comb jellies are the first animal lineage. Now some are ...

When the power goes out, this trick can help in surprising ways Preparing for a storm isn’t easy. Grocery-store shelves empty fast, gas lines stretch around the block, and sometimes you even have to ...

Sponges come in a rainbow of colors, but those vibrant shades aren't just decorative -- they're a practical system that indicates a sponge's intended use, texture and absorption level. Understanding ...

Bake a soft, airy sponge cake without an oven using a pressure cooker. This method involves preparing the cooker with salt and a stand, then baking a simple batter on low-medium heat for 35-45 minutes ...

If you had to rank the dirtiest things in your home, you’d probably start with the bathroom—the toilet, the plunger, or the hand towels you don’t wash as often as you should. But as it turns out, if ...

Wild dolphins use sea sponges as tools to hunt safely, revealing how animal culture survives despite hidden sensory costs.