Century in Motion
From electric cars to moving sidewalks, Popular Science has always covered cutting-edge transportation technology. In ‘A Century in Motion,’ we tell the intriguing, human stories behind these innovations—and how this technology is resurfacing today in surprising ways.
Sonos is blowing out its most popular soundbars, speakers, and headphones during this flash sale
If you have been thinking about upgrading your home theater audio or jumping into a whole home audio setup, this Sonos sale is the time to do it.
Fungi help turn old mattresses into insulation
Every day, 50,000 mattresses are tossed in the trash in the United States. A relative of penicillin could be the cure.
Marine biologists discover 28 new deep sea species—and an old VHS tape
The level of ocean biodiversity near Argentina staggered researchers.
Cortisol could impact your dog’s behavior
Just like in humans, stress and mood hormones might play a role in your pet’s temperament.
Death Valley National Park needs help ID’ing joyriding vandals
A truck illegally tore through the California park, leaving five miles of tracks and damaging ‘sensitive desert plants.’
How do you check a hummingbird for broken bones? Very carefully.
Micro-CT scans can reveal hard-to-spot fractures in tiny, injured hummingbirds.
2026 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: 26 perfect presents for your partner
Whether they’re outdoor enthusiasts, die-hard gamers, audiophiles, cinephiles, or anything in between, you can give your love something that they love.
Why our ancestors had straight teeth without braces
Small jaws mean big problems for modern humans.
