Digital billboards in Stockholm swap ads for homeless shelter info
January 11, 2019, 9:24 a.m. by Matt Hickman
Normal commercial advertising vanishing when temps in the Swedish capital get dangerously cold
Can a breath test detect cancer?
January 8, 2019, 1:22 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
A device undergoing clinical trials in the U.K. may detect cancer by analyzing the compounds left by cells' biochemical reactions.
Los Angeles debuts first early earthquake warning app in U.S.
January 8, 2019, 9:35 a.m. by Matt Hickman
Will Seattle, San Francisco and other tremor-prone cities follow suit?
How to stop unwanted mail-order catalogs and junk mail with Catalog Choice
December 12, 2018, 12:07 p.m. by Robin Shreeves
The company will do the work for you.
Drones replant forests burned by wildfire
November 29, 2018, 12:07 p.m. by Michael d'Estries
U.S. startup DroneSeed merges technology and forestry to give scorched woodlands a second chance from above.
Why all stores should offer digital receipts
November 8, 2018, 2 p.m. by Robin Shreeves
Paper receipts are full of problems, not the least of which is BPA.
What your phone photo reveals about you
November 8, 2018, 10:06 a.m. by Starre Vartan
Whether you choose a picture of your pet or yourself, your choice of home screen image speaks volumes about what you value.
Takeout is changing the restaurant business
November 6, 2018, 11:15 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
Customers still want to eat — they just don't want to eat it there.
3 paralyzed men are learning to walk again
November 5, 2018, 2:43 p.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
Research allows the brain to regain control over paralyzed muscles, even years after an injury.
Would you want to live in an Alexa-powered smart home?
October 17, 2018, 9:17 a.m. by Matt Hickman
By investing in a prefab homebuilder, it's clear Amazon is itching to play an even larger role in your domestic life.
Why we should ditch leaf blowers
October 12, 2018, 10:20 a.m. by Noel Kirkpatrick
Nature would appreciate some silence.
Meet Boston Dynamics' family of strange and amazing robots
October 12, 2018, 9:59 a.m. by Michael Graham Richard
These robots imitate human and animal movements, making them impressive — and a little creepy.
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How important is breakfast to weight loss?
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Monster 75-foot wave loomed off the California coast during the holiday weekend
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The ongoing rehabilitation of Michael Vick
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Squirrels rely on birds to let them know when it's safe to go out
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8 creative techniques to keep coral reefs alive
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Why a beluga's squishy head is so special
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17 memorable quotes from 'Elf'
Buddy the Elf always knows what to say to spread holiday cheer.
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5 ways to cat-proof your Christmas tree
Keep your kitty — and your holiday decorations — safe with these tips for cat-proofing your tree.
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9 yummy winter drinks
These drinks will make you feel cozy, whether it’s a party or just an ordinary day.
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Which holiday foods are safe for pets?
You know dogs and cats will be eyeing that holiday table.
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It's time to revive the Society for the Prevention of Useless Giving
Here's how to embrace your inner Spug all year long.
