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By Jack Picone October 14th, 2023

The 5 Best Telescopes For Beginners, Ranked By Price

There are many factors to consider when selecting the right telescope, depending on where you plan to use it, and what you plan to gaze at.

By Garrett Ettinger October 14th, 2023

The Fascinating Science Behind The Gorgeous River Of Five Colors In Colombia

Stretches of Caño Cristales, the river of five colors, change color during each new season. This is thanks to an aquatic plant that only grows in Colombia.

By Nicholas Wilson October 12th, 2023

Google Now Lets You Generate AI Images Straight From The Search Bar

Google's Search Generative Experience (SGE) is getting upgrades to allow users to create AI images and also get writing inspiration by using the search bar.

By Georgina Torbet October 12th, 2023

Why NASA's Exploration Of This Metal-Packed Asteroid Could Have Big Implications

NASA's Psyche mission is sending a spacecraft to investigate an unusual metal-rich asteroid that may help unravel mysteries about how Earth formed.

By Nadeem Sarwar October 11th, 2023

NASA Gives First Look At Asteroid Sample And Confirms Presence Of Water

Nasa has given the first look at the samples of the asteroid Bennu (named after an Egyptian god) that show the presence of high-carbon content and water.

By Quentyn Kennemer October 9th, 2023

Here's Why Your iPhone's Weather App Is Wrong So Often

The iPhone Weather app is convenient, but when its predictions consistently clash with reality, you might start to wonder whether there's a better alternative.

By David Rossiaky October 9th, 2023

The Mysterious Antikythera Mechanism: Was This The World's First Computer?

A quick dive for sea sponges resulted in the discovery of a mysterious, surprisingly complex machine often referred to as the world's first analog computer.

By Quina Baterna October 8th, 2023

Why The US Canceled Project Pluto: The Super Weapon That Never Was

Russian nuclear weapons testing has brought up renewed knowledge of the Pluto Project, a cancelled nuclear power test conducted by the Air Force.

By Daniel Trock October 7th, 2023

What Experts Know About Havana Syndrome (And Why It's Still A Mystery)

In 2016, a mystery illness, later dubbed "Havana Syndrome," afflicted numerous people at the U.S. Embassy in Havana, Cuba. What was it and what do we know now?

By Rob Rich October 6th, 2023

The Strange Scientific Reason People Weigh More In Illinois Than Indiana

The world is full of mysteries, like why do people weigh more in Illinois than in Indiana? There is actually scientific reason for this that may be surprising.

By Willow Roberts October 5th, 2023

Antarctica's Bleeding Glacier: The Blood Falls Phenomenon Explained

Antarctica's Blood Falls perplexed scientists and the public alike for decades. At last, we now know what causes this striking natural occurrence.

By Daniel Trock October 5th, 2023

Why A Future Supercontinent Could Spell Doom For Mammals (Including Humans)

If you think it's hot in Arizona now, wait until all the continents drift back into one supercontinent again. Then the heat will be bad enough to kill.

By Nadeem Sarwar October 4th, 2023

This Giant Satellite Is Causing Astronomical Problems For Scientists: Here's Why

Starlink satellites were only the start of light pollution in the night sky. A satellite called BlueWalker3 has proven to be especially bothersome.

By Quina Baterna October 2nd, 2023

The Incredible Way Volcanic Eruptions Create Hairs Of Glass

The beautiful golden-brown fibers, known as Pele's hairs, are named after Pelehonuamea, the Hawaiian goddess of volcanoes.

By Quina Baterna October 1st, 2023

The Hidden Impact Of Military Sonar On Marine Life

Military grade SONAR is impressive technology, but it also has a hidden, detrimental effect on marine life. Here's the science explaining why.

nacreous clouds above the horizon during sunset

By Garrett Ettinger September 28th, 2023

Nacreous Clouds Explained: How It Happens (And Where To See Them)

Most clouds fit under four core categories: to the cirrus, cumulus, stratus, and nimbus. However, nacreous clouds are a cool phenomenon worth seeing.

By Rahul Srinivas September 28th, 2023

How Scientists Plan To Explore The Mysterious Depths Under The Antarctic Ice

University researchers from Germany are preparing to launch a probe to explore beneath the ice shelfs in Antarctica - and eventually on other planets.

By Rahul Srinivas September 27th, 2023

ChatGPT Can Finally Browse The Web, But Free Users Have To Wait

OpenAI is ready to give ChatGPT access to the internet, meaning you'll no longer see those "September 2021" messages. Premium users get priority, though.

By Rob Rich September 25th, 2023

WD-40 Vs Superzilla: Which Is The Best?

WD-40 and Superzilla are both great, but they're not exactly the same thing. It turns out the differences can determine which you should use.

By Nicholas Wilson September 25th, 2023

Amazon Is Going Big On AI With One Of ChatGPT's Chief Competitors

Amazon has announced a partnership with OpenAI competitor Anthropic. While Amazon already has AI coming to some products, this could indicate a bigger shift.

By Daniel Trock September 25th, 2023

TikTok Health Advice: How To Spot Misinformation, And Why You Need To Be Careful

In the world of TikTok there is a ton of misinformation floating around. In particular, TikTok health advice is one thing where users need to be extra careful.

By Georgina Torbet September 24th, 2023

Why Kombucha Could Be The Key To Healthy Astronauts In Space

Kombucha, the vinegary fermented drink known for its beneficial bacteria, may help pave the way for new innovations to support life on the moon and beyond.

By Sarah Sicard September 24th, 2023

Mine On Treads: The History Behind The Goliath Tracked Mine

The Goliath Tracked Mine shows how war can spur technological advancements. Meant to be a bomb on wheels, it didn't have the impact the Germans hoped for.

By Marinel Sigue September 24th, 2023

How To Use Photoshop's Generative Fill Feature (With Examples)

Photoshop's Generative Fill feature, known as Firefly, is out of beta. Here's how you can expand images, add or delete objects, or make something from scratch.