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Health
Your stretching intestine is what tells your brain to stop eating
Step aside, stomachs.
3 hours ago
Diy
How to auto-reply to text messages when you’re busy
For when the people in your life need reassurance that you’re alive.
Whitson Gordon4 hours ago
Technology
What you need to know before signing up for Apple’s new Research app
Be a guinea pig, if you want.
Rob Verger6 hours ago
Gadgets
25 percent off robot vacuums and other exciting deals happening today
A quick guide to getting the goods for cheaper.
Billy Cadden6 hours ago
Shop
The best food containers for leftovers and meal prep
Be prepared for storing (and carrying) anything.
By PopSci Commerce Team6 hours ago
Diy
Eight tasty berries you can find in the wild
Sure, you’ve heard of blueberries and blackberries, but you can find more than those in the woods.
By Bill Heavey/Field & Stream9 hours ago
PopSci Shop
Create a custom WordPress website in minutes with WP Page Builder
Get a lifetime unlimited license now for just $41.65.
Stack Commerce10 hours ago
Gadgets
Apple’s augmented reality headset and the rest of the current tech rumors
Catch up on all the technology gossip without all the hype.
By PopSci Staff12 hours ago
Entertainment
What’s it like to get hit by a speeding car during a stunt?
Jwaundace Candece’s best advice as an action star: Trust your strength.
Sara Chodosh14 hours ago
Health
Artificial intelligence could improve psychiatric care
Machine learning could improve mental health care by interpreting doctors’ conversations with their patients.
Nicole WetsmanNovember 13, 2019
PopSci Shop
Pre-Black Friday sale! Get 2TB of Cloud storage for $39 with ThunderDrive
The platform is six times faster than Amazon.
Stack CommerceNovember 13, 2019
Environment
Nature saves us trillions of dollars in healthcare
National parks are literally a treasure.
By Ula ChrobakNovember 13, 2019
Health
The CDC has some surprisingly good news about antibiotic resistance
Sort of.
Sara ChodoshNovember 13, 2019
Technology
Bentley’s Flying Spur has a 207-mph top speed and dedicated champagne holders
The list price is just $214,600.
By Dan CarneyNovember 13, 2019
Diy
Twenty more smart commands to use with your Amazon Echo
Alexa can do more than set timers.
David NieldNovember 13, 2019
Space
SpaceX’s cheap internet could cost us the night sky
Reusable rockets make launching satellites affordable, but they could brighten our skies to a fault.
By Charlie WoodNovember 13, 2019
Science
The historical significance of Harry Styles’ nipples, explained
And other weird things we learned this week.
PopSci StaffNovember 13, 2019
Environment
The EPA’s proposal would take good science out of public health regulations
It’s impossible to set safety standards without confidential health data.
Rachel FeltmanNovember 12, 2019
Shop
5 ultra warm gloves with touchscreen capability
Answer emails while waiting for the bus or ski lift.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 12, 2019
Diy
Stay safer online by leveling up your cybersecurity vocabulary
There will be a test. (There won’t, but you’ll be smarter.)
David NieldNovember 12, 2019
Shop
Travel-friendly cameras for the beginner photographer
Pros will love them too.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 12, 2019
PopSci Shop
Protect your privacy with three years of Windscribe VPN Pro for $59.99
Take advantage of this pre-Black Friday price drop.
Stack CommerceNovember 12, 2019
Shop
STEM toys that feel more like fun than homework
Get them excited about science, technology, engineering, and math.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 12, 2019
Ask Us Anything
Why are crows and ravens such jerks?
The truth behind these bold, brash, and bullying birds.
Nicholas LundNovember 12, 2019
Technology
It’s time to unsubscribe from some streaming services
Disney Plus is here! But, you don’t have to watch everything.
Stan HoraczekNovember 12, 2019
Diy
There’s a better way to cut the cheese
Thou shalt not sin against cheese.
Erica SweeneyNovember 12, 2019
Environment
These maps show how many people will lose their homes to rising seas—and it’s worse than we thought
New elevation data triples the people at risk.
Sara ChodoshNovember 12, 2019
Technology
The controversial tech driving James Dean’s return to the big screen
The studio bringing James Dean back for a new film suspects you’ll see a lot more digital actors going forward.
By Eric AltNovember 12, 2019
Health
Vaping harms more than just your lungs
New research shows cardiovascular health is also at risk.
Nicole WetsmanNovember 11, 2019
Diy
Get the most out of your Mac with these 24 hidden settings
We mean Mac-simize.
By David NieldNovember 11, 2019
PopSci Shop
Get access to thousands of micro books on sale before Black Friday
Lifetime access is now only $29 for a limited time.
Stack CommerceNovember 11, 2019
Environment
An Arctic blast is headed our way this week, and it’s earlier than usual
Hide your kids, hide your plants, hide your pets—or at least bundle them up.
Sara Kiley WatsonNovember 11, 2019
Shop
Molecular gastronomy gear to impress your friends
A whole new way to experiment in the kitchen.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 11, 2019
Diy
Choose the best seat on any airplane
Plane seat roulette? No, thanks.
By Harry GuinnessNovember 11, 2019
Gadgets
Best smart gear for your home
Intelligent devices I’m all about.
By Billy CaddenNovember 11, 2019
Gadgets
Great robot vacuums that will clean up your mess
Things to consider: battery life, trash compartment size, and smart features.
By Billy CaddenNovember 11, 2019
Shop
Waterproof Bluetooth speakers for pools and showers
Rock without the shock.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 11, 2019
Health
This ‘new’ strain of HIV is actually a good thing
And it isn’t even new.
Rachel FeltmanNovember 11, 2019
Shop
Pressure cookers to transform the way you make dinner
Pull together a nourishing meal in minutes.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 11, 2019
Shop
The best stovetop kettles
A few modern takes on one of the oldest cooking tools.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 11, 2019
Shop
Towel warmers to help you conquer cold mornings
Go from hot shower to pants with minimal trembling.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 11, 2019
Technology
What does it take to fool the Pixel 4’s real-time transcription tech?
Check out the latest episode of the Techathlon podcast.
Stan HoraczekNovember 11, 2019
Health
Veteran demand for mental healthcare is rising, but the VA isn’t prepared
New laws and technologies look to change the culture of scarcity that pervades the Department of Veterans Affairs.
By Purbita SahaNovember 11, 2019
Diy
Build a semi-permanent work surface you can put away easily
It’ll fit snugly on top of your saw horses and then snugly against the wall when you’re done.
By John KennedyNovember 10, 2019
PopSci Shop
This 3D printer uses UV light to create models—and it’s now under $300
Get 24 percent off the SparkMaker Original Starter Bundle.
By Stack CommerceNovember 10, 2019
PopSci Shop
This professional-grade massage gun helps your muscles recover faster
Save $50 on the JAWKU Muscle Blaster V2.
By Stack CommerceNovember 9, 2019
Environment
Countries can salvage places scarred by the horrors of war
Battlefields around the world are being transformed into parks and refuges.
Todd Lookingbill and Peter Smallwood/The ConversationNovember 9, 2019
Health
With three dead and hundreds sick, the CDC just issued a warning against all vaping
Vitamin E acetate is one potential culprit, but it’s too soon to say for certain.
By Claire MaldarelliNovember 8, 2019
Diy
Seasoning your cast iron pan isn’t enough
You season and reseason for a reason.
By Sara ChodoshNovember 8, 2019
Shop
Popsicle molds that make it easier to eat ice pops every day of your life
DIY your favorite summer treat all year round.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 8, 2019
Shop
Bike air pumps for efficient cycling
Don’t work harder than you have to.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 8, 2019
PopSci Shop
Mondly uses AR technology to make language learning fun
Get access to all 33 languages for $99.99.
By Stack CommerceNovember 8, 2019
Animals
Vultures are going extinct because people won’t stop consuming their brains
The wildlife trade for traditional medicine is driving some South African species to extinction—but it’s still a drop in the bucket in terms of larger environmental destruction.
Cathleen O'Grady/UndarkNovember 8, 2019
Science
From mutton to masterpiece: The juicy history of the hamburger
The origin story of one of America’s favorite meals.
Sara Kiley WatsonNovember 8, 2019
Technology
Mourning the loss of the good gadgets that (basically) died in 2019
Get caught up on the week’s biggest tech news.
Stan HoraczekNovember 8, 2019
Shop
Quickly de-ice your car’s windshield with these sprays
You don’t always have time to wait for your defroster.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 8, 2019
Diy
The apps and sites you’ll need to rent out everything you own
You spent money buying that stuff, now you can earn that cash back.
David NieldNovember 8, 2019
Shop
Just four excellent wine bottle openers
Simple technology, perfectly executed.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 8, 2019
Shop
Under-bed storage to maximize the space in your tiny room
Stow away important paperwork, off-season clothes, extra handbags, and more.
By Leeron HooryNovember 8, 2019
Health
Juul is pulling teens’ favorite flavor off shelves
A recent study highlighted mint as a popular pod.
Sara ChodoshNovember 8, 2019
Technology
First shots with Leica’s 47-megapixel SL2 mirrorless camera
Our initial thoughts on Leica’s new full frame mirrorless camera.
By Jeanette D. MosesNovember 8, 2019
Health
‘Virginity tests’ are violent, unnecessary, and without medical merit
There are much better ways to support teen health and safety than hymen checks and two-finger tests.
Rachel FeltmanNovember 8, 2019
Animals
Arctic critters are sneezing on each other like never before
Less ice means more places to swim—and share germs.
Kat EschnerNovember 7, 2019
PopSci Shop
Explore the Internet of Things with this project-based course bundle
Learn how to build your own smart devices for $29.
By Stack CommerceNovember 7, 2019
Diy
How to switch phones without losing anything
Ditch your old device but keep your data.
By David NieldNovember 7, 2019
Shop
Hydration backpacks ideal for endurance sports
Thirst after these smart designs.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 7, 2019
Shop
Four boxes of bandages to keep on hand
You’ll be happy you stocked up.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 7, 2019
Shop
Sci-fi graphic novels that will keep you up late and make you miss your train stop
When was the last time you stayed up all night reading a comic book?
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 7, 2019
Shop
Gentle face cleansers to wash the day away
Remove sweat, makeup, and pollutants.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 7, 2019
Science
Much of what we know about high-protein diets is based on outdated, flawed data
Western scientists starved animals and fed soldiers junk food to crunch the math on how much meat humans require.
Josh Berson/MIT PressNovember 7, 2019
Shop
Indoor bug zappers that keep mosquitoes away without the stink
Add one of these to your mosquito-avoiding arsenal, for when sprays and candles don’t cut it.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 7, 2019
Diy
Seven quick tricks to do more with Slack
Y’all, got some tips @here.
David NieldNovember 7, 2019
Shop
Good-looking pie dishes that bake great, too
Classic pie plates for impressive desserts and quiches.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 7, 2019
Gadgets
Dryers wreck your clothes. Indoor drying racks are your solution.
The longevity of your favorite jeans is critical.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 7, 2019
Gadgets
Five upgrade lenses that go beyond your kit zoom
These five lenses will elevate your photo game.
By D.L. Cade/Popular PhotographyNovember 7, 2019
Space
Voyager 2′s journey beyond the solar system reveals new cosmic secrets
The twin Voyager probes continue to help us examine our place among the stars.
By Charlie WoodNovember 7, 2019
Technology
The $180 Xbox Elite Wireless Controller 2 is probably better at video games than you are
High-end materials and lots of customization options make this for serious players only.
Stan HoraczekNovember 7, 2019
Science
Scientists helped a horde of cannibal ants escape from a Soviet nuclear bunker
If you were trapped in a bunker with no food or sunlight, you’d probably eat your neighbors, too.
By Jess RomeoNovember 7, 2019
Health
Social media posts might be able to help researchers understand and predict opioid overdoses
Tweets about opioid use match up with overdose deaths in Pennsylvania counties.
Nicole WetsmanNovember 6, 2019
Diy
These photo tips will help you get top dollar for the stuff you sell online
Wipe the smudges off your electronics and kick up some bidding wars.
By Harry GuinnessNovember 6, 2019
PopSci Shop
Aura helps you relax in 3 minutes with science-backed meditations
Get up to 80 percent off the top-rated meditation app.
By Stack CommerceNovember 6, 2019
Shop
Electric shavers for a smooth face and body
Groom your beard, nose, chest, and more.
By Tony VazNovember 6, 2019
Environment
Is organic food bad for the environment?
Picking lower-impact produce is more complicated than just choosing between organic and conventional.
By Ula ChrobakNovember 6, 2019
Diy
How to fix the worst bugs in iOS 13
Troubleshoot your way to a better iPhone.
By David NieldNovember 6, 2019
Environment
Government report reveals disturbing, widespread harassment against park rangers
Employees on public lands are facing domestic terrorism on the job.
By Ben Long/Outdoor LifeNovember 6, 2019
Technology
The new Photoshop for iPad isn't the best tablet photo-editing app
There's a lot to like about Lightroom, even with Photoshop's big move.
By Stan HoraczekNovember 6, 2019
Environment
Thousands of scientists from 153 countries plead: Do something about the climate emergency
Sounding the alarm—and sharing the best solutions.
By Grace WadeNovember 6, 2019
Health
Teen vaping is on the rise, and their favorite flavor is flying under the radar
JUUL's sweet flavors aren't the biggest problem.
By Kat EschnerNovember 5, 2019
PopSci Shop
This top-rated photo editor lets you create like a pro for just $20
Professional edits on Mac, Windows, and the web.
By Stack CommerceNovember 5, 2019
Diy
How Reddit helped fix my posture
Understanding your underperforming muscles might help you, too.
By Ellen AirhartNovember 5, 2019
Space
SpaceX and Boeing are one big step closer to launching astronauts into space
Both companies are neck and neck as NASA’s last ride to the space station races closer.
By Charlie WoodNovember 5, 2019
Technology
What's it's like to fly an 11,500-pound experimental helicopter (with zero experience)
The tablet attached to my leg—and the former Coast Guard pilot by my side—helped.
By Rob VergerNovember 5, 2019
Environment
The U.S. is officially leaving the Paris Climate Accord, but the world is still fighting
The withdrawal won’t go into effect until after Election Day next year.
By Sara Kiley WatsonNovember 5, 2019
Diy
How to check on all the app subscriptions you’ve forgotten you’re still paying for
Don’t throw your money into the app-byss.
By David NieldNovember 5, 2019
Health
Forceps changed the way people give birth
Today, one in three American mothers gets major surgery during delivery, despite evidence that this rate of intervention is excessive.
By Neel Shah/The ConversationNovember 5, 2019
Gadgets
The best stand mixers to get your kitchen ready for baking
Whip up all sorts of tasty treats.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 4, 2019
Health
Spreading the flu is putting researchers one step closer to a universal vaccine
Scientists are intentionally infecting people with the flu to better understand and treat it.
By Nicole WetsmanNovember 4, 2019
Diy
10 tips to help you become a Pixel 4 expert
Google's new phone is full of surprises.
By David NieldNovember 4, 2019
Technology
The Beats Solo Pro noise cancelling headphones sound great, but they're not for control freaks
You can't tinker with the sound or noise-cancelling in Apple's high-end on-ear headphones.
By Stan HoraczekNovember 4, 2019
Gadgets
Novelty toasters that will effectively brand your breakfast
From heroes to rainbows, it's time to give your toast some personality.
By PopSci Commerce TeamNovember 4, 2019