Sex
Why sexual wellness is the travel trend we need to talk about
These monkeys keep trying to mate with deer—but why?
Papyrus for your period? The evolution of menstrual products
Your body can ‘act’ pregnant, even when it’s not. Here’s why.
This empress was the most dangerous woman in Rome
Why this insect fakes death to avoid sex
Healthy frogs can mysteriously reverse their sex
7 ways your sex affects your health
Armadillo Courtship Is the Joy of the Chase—and the Catch
Ant Queens Boost Their Immune System With Sex
Have the Sciences Had a #MeToo Moment? Not So Much.
Fruit Flies Likely Enjoy Sex, Offering Clues Into Drug Addiction
How Older Widow Spiders Seduce Younger Males—And Eat Them
For This Monkey, a Bigger Nose Means a Better Sex Life
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