PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A tiny kernel of popcorn has a lot of science packed into it. It is a staple snack for movies, and tons of kernels have been popped and enjoyed, but how does one, hard kernel ...

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There's rarely time to write about every cool science-y story that comes our way. So this year, we're once again running a special Twelve Days of Christmas series of posts, highlighting one science ...

LINCOLN — Plant breeders traditionally have focused on factors such as disease resistance, drought tolerance and ways to boost crop yields and the producer’s bottom line — all matters of practical ...

ASHEVILLE - A reader asks about the farm-to-kettle process of popcorn making. Got a question for Answer Man or Answer Woman? Email Interim Executive Editor Karen Chávez at [email protected] and ...

Microwave popcorn is a good source of fiber, however, certain preparation methods add significant amounts of salt and unhealthy fats.

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