What we're learning about Ultima Thule
May 17, 2019, 11:50 a.m. by Michael d'Estries
NASA has released some initial results from the first-ever up-close flyby of a Kuiper Belt space rock.
10 ways graphene could change the world
May 1, 2019, 11:28 a.m. by Bryan Nelson
This ultra-strong, ultra-thin supermaterial could yield a technological revolution.
How much screen time is too much for kids?
April 25, 2019, 11:09 a.m. by Angela Nelson
From toddlers to teens, glowing screens can harm their bodies and minds. Here's how to reduce screen time, and why you should.
'Mind-reading' device can translate your brain activity into audible sentences
April 24, 2019, 9:57 p.m. by Bryan Nelson
Your inner monologue could soon be made public.
Drone reveals 'extinct' Hawaiian flower growing on remote cliff
April 24, 2019, 8:25 a.m. by Russell McLendon
The rediscovery of this hibiscus relative in Hawaii illustrates the growing importance of drones in wildlife conservation.
Is print reading better than digital reading?
April 17, 2019, 2:46 p.m. by Cory Rosenberg
It's likely you're skimming this story instead of reading it closely.
A future brain/cloud interface could give us all a collective super-consciousness
April 14, 2019, 3:07 p.m. by Bryan Nelson
Researchers propose developing nanobots that connect our brains with the cloud.
Why you should always stand, not pass others, on the escalator
March 16, 2019, 4:45 p.m. by Bryan Nelson
It's way more efficient, not to mention more polite, for everyone.
Robots hunt starfish, lionfish to save coral reefs
March 15, 2019, 11:19 a.m. by Bryan Nelson
These invasive species are wreaking havoc on reefs and the fish that live amongst the coral.
21 awesome projects for Raspberry Pi
March 8, 2019, 9:30 a.m. by Megan Treacy
There are so many things you can do with this amazing, tiny computer.
Why our chickens and our spinach need GPS trackers
February 28, 2019, 3:30 p.m. by Robin Shreeves
Trackers can tell consumers a lot about their food — including whether it's tainted.
Ikea curtains pull double-duty as air purifiers
February 27, 2019, 8:24 a.m. by Matt Hickman
The home furnishings giant wants to help us breathe easier with pollutant-busting window treatments.
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Something very big and very dark punched a hole in our galaxy
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'Super mom' spotted on a Minnesota lake — with 56 ducklings in tow
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Where are the baby boomers going to live when they get old?
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16 plants that repel unwanted insects
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9 of the world's largest dog breeds
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How to identify different types of bees
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6 surprising facts about ladybugs
Did you know they got their name from farmers in the Middle Ages?
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7 natural flea remedies for cats and dogs
Avoid harsh chemicals on your pet with these natural methods for pet flea prevention and treatment.
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How to build a hotel for wild bees
Help out your local bee population by building them a place to nest.
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Synchronized fireflies gather for a 'rave'
Every year, Great Smoky Mountains National Park lights up with synchronous fireflies.
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8 facts about the misunderstood house spider
We rarely give this relationship much thought. Here's what to know about your arachnid roommates.
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13 natural solutions for deterring ants
Natural pest control methods can help you cope with and eliminate the problem.
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How to identify different types of bees
And wasps and hornets and yellow jackets and other flying insects.
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