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This $999 modular laptop makes repairs and upgrades easy

A new machine from Framework will allow people to change their own ports, processors, and even the screen.

By Stan Horaczek

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Roads and highways disrupt bee pollination

The world's network of road and highways may be harming insects and the plants they pollinate.

By Ellie Shechet

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Tech

An Air Force artificial intelligence program flew a drone fighter for hours

It's called Skyborg, and it's an AI system that can pilot a robotic wingman.

By Kelsey D. Atherton

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Space

Yes, giant space debris is falling to Earth right now. No, it probably won’t hit you.

By Claire Maldarelli

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Life Hacks

Boost your productivity on Google Docs and Sheets using scripts and macros

By David Nield

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Animals

This rare ‘Finding Nemo’ fish mysteriously washed up on a California beach

By Hannah Seo

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Health

Millennium- old poop reveals the surprising diversity of our ancestors’ microbiomes

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By Philip Kiefer May 14, 2021

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Dam reservoirs may be much bigger sources of carbon emissions than we thought

We thought dams were good for the environment, but they may actually release immense amounts of carbon.

By PopSci Commerce Team May 13, 2021

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The best air mattresses for your back

Luxury sleep anywhere you like.

By Kelsey D. Atherton May 13, 2021

Technology

The Cottonmouth amphibious vehicle could carry Marines into future battles

The Marine Corps needs a new Light Armored Vehicle, and this could be their venomous new ride.

By Shaena Montanari May 13, 2021

Environment

It’s not just methane—meat production fills the air with noxious particulate matter too

There's more than just cow burps to worry about.

By Philip Kiefer May 13, 2021

Science

The main ingredient in RoundUp doesn’t just kill plants. It harms beetles, too.

Glyphosate seems to interrupt a key symbiotic relationship in sawtooth grain beetles.

By Nikita Amir May 12, 2021

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How to build a house that stays cool without AC

A guide to help your house face the heat.

By Ellie Shechet May 12, 2021

Environment

Trees need wind to reproduce. Climate change is messing that up.

Wind plays a key role in trees livelihood.

By Harry Guinness May 11, 2021

DIY

You should know how to use a buff

It’ll protect your head, your neck, and your butt.

By PopSci Staff May 11, 2021

Health

Hundreds of people in the US are still dying of COVID-19 daily

Here are the most recent COVID-19 stats.

By Schmitz et al./The Conversation May 11, 2021

Animals

See the dinosaur that changes how we think about ancient nightlife

Shuvuuia deserti fossils hint at owl-like senses, adapted to a different time.

This $999 modular laptop makes repairs and upgrades easy

How to strike a better deal with your cable company

How long do allergies last—a few years or your whole life?

Your questions about kids and COVID-19 vaccines, answered

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Roads and highways disrupt bee pollination

Fully vaccinated people no longer need to wear masks—but there’s a catch

Cats love sitting in boxes so much they’ll even sit in fake ones

The explosion of pasta shapes was fueled by modern technology

Tech

An Air Force artificial intelligence program flew a drone fighter for hours

EVs are silent and soulless, so BMW tapped Hans Zimmer to give them a voice

It’s time to delete most of your apps

14 tricks to get more out of the underrated Apple Maps app

Space

Yes, giant space debris is falling to Earth right now. No, it probably won’t hit you.

Tiny galaxies may have brought the cosmos out of the dark ages

Radio signals detected on Venus weren’t sent by aliens

This new space probe will go farther and faster than any before, gathering data for generations

Life Hacks

Boost your productivity on Google Docs and Sheets using scripts and macros

Declawing cats is harmful. Do this instead.

How to protect your devices and data from theft

The Brood X cicadas are coming, and you should eat them. Here’s how.

Animals

This rare ‘Finding Nemo’ fish mysteriously washed up on a California beach

This 70-year-old man got much more than Lyme from a tick bite

This dog was genetically engineered to be a kitchen appliance

Keep your dog safe and cool during summer

Health

Millennium- old poop reveals the surprising diversity of our ancestors’ microbiomes

The US joined the push to waive COVID-19 vaccine patents. Will it actually help?

The pandemic could be a long-awaited turning point for telemedicine

Bose built a hearing aid that could save you money—and a doctor’s visit

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Dam reservoirs may be much bigger sources of carbon emissions than we thought

The best air mattresses for your back

The Cottonmouth amphibious vehicle could carry Marines into future battles

It’s not just methane—meat production fills the air with noxious particulate matter too

The main ingredient in RoundUp doesn’t just kill plants. It harms beetles, too.

How to build a house that stays cool without AC

Trees need wind to reproduce. Climate change is messing that up.

You should know how to use a buff

Hundreds of people in the US are still dying of COVID-19 daily

See the dinosaur that changes how we think about ancient nightlife