In 1999, Star Wars fans were thrown into tumult and heated debate when The Phantom Menace (Episode I) was released. In the movie, the Force — the mystical power employed by Jedi Knights and Sith Lords — was explained in greater detail. As it turns out, the Force was not some sort of esoteric/supernatural energy. Instead, it had a somewhat more mundane source. According to the Star Wars wiki: "Midi-chlorians were microscopic, intelligent life forms that originated from the foundation of life...

In classical tai chi literature, the spine is described as "a string of pearls hanging from the heavens." (Just what exactly are these vaguely described " Tai Chi Classics ," anyway?) This is one of the most oft-repeated visualizations in tai chi instruction, and it's not a stretch to say this idea has become dogma. ("Dogma: a principle or set of principles laid down by an authority as incontrovertibly true.") And you know what? I hate it. Well, "hate" is a strong word... but I really,...

Last month, three U.S. zoos greeted newborn red pandas! Twins(!) were born on June 17 at the Detroit Zoo. Another was born on June 19 at...