• The bees are dying of some mysterious illness! Oh wait, no they're not! Instead,they're being attacked by Rasberry crazy ants. (Yes, we said Rasberry crazy ants.) It's like Alien v. Predator, except in Houston. •PopSci, answering life's existential science questions. Like "Why does Coke taste different out of a glass bottle than a plastic one?" • True "out of body experiences" one step closer with virtual reality. It's not quite Total Recall yet, but it's getting close. • A new lifelike doll on the market in Spain will breast feed from its "mother." Cue the raging debate over child psychology. • I'm sorry I didn't call you back—a pelican swallowed my cell phone! I swear! • Google Earth pic captures a "gate to Heaven." Where's it located? Brooklyn, 'natch. • And finally, we bring you: PandaCam.
Weird Science Roundup: Ants v. Bees: A Showdown
Explore why bees are dying and the surprising role of Rasberry crazy ants in their decline. Learn what's threatening these vital pollinators!
Written byMelissa Lafsky
| 1 min read

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