Posts in category BION of the Week

The exact number of white orcas in the world is unknown, but considering that they were once thought to be mythical, we’d say these tourists got their money’s worth!

This year’s sustainability-centric Olympics will feature medals made of over 6 million phones, tablets, and laptops!

A South Korean university has developed a commode that makes use of human waste by turning poop into power — and they pay for contributions!

The remains of eight Christianized Vikings have been discovered in Sweden—including those of twin infants!

According to a study released on Monday, a perfectly preserved 4,400-year-old snake-shaped stick discovered in a lake in Finland may have been a shaman’s staff used to perform mystical rituals.

A Massachusetts man was diving for lobsters when a humpback whale swam up and sucked him in, only to spit him back out 40 terrifying seconds later!

China’s latest internet sensations are under constant supervision, with over a dozen drones constantly filming, 24-hour police escorts, and roads closed to ensure their safety. No, we’re not talking about a politician or boy band—we’re talking elephants!

An 11-year-old pianist dressed as an alligator has been giving lonely lemurs at a Thailand zoo something to look forward to with weekly performances in their habitat.

While we’re busy trying to save the bees, honeybees may be thwarting our efforts by spreading a deadly virus through acts of cannibalism.

Two bottles of Petrus 2000 wine that spent over a year in space are expected to sell for $1 million at Christie’s Auction.