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How forecasts of bad weather can drive up your grocery bill
Weather

How forecasts of bad weather can drive up your grocery bill

Economists are seeing a growing link between isolated climate shocks and supply chain disruptions that lead to higher food costs.

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Animals

New experimental black widow venom antidote uses human antibodies

The potential treatment option targets a dangerous neurotoxin.

Microplastic pile close-up
Climate Change

Every human semen sample contained microplastics in new study

Scientists detected Styrofoam, PVC, and other toxic particles.

an off roading SUV drives through dirt and scrub
Technology

Paper maps aren’t dead, but this digital map app is an innovation for off-road explorers

Using a wealth of data, onX builds maps and encourages a mindful use of natural resources. 

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International Space Station

NASA astronauts will scrape microorganisms off ISS during upcoming spacewalk

It may help us better understand the origins of life.

arctic
Science

The good news about ‘giant viruses’ found in the Arctic Circle

Scientists theorize they could be used to fight runaway algae blooms.

twin baby elephants stand under their mother
Animals

Set of rare elephant twins born in Thailand

Mother Jamjuree was very surprised by the birth of a second baby, born 18 minutes after the first.

Five mysterious ancient artifacts that still puzzle archaeologists
Archaeology

Five mysterious ancient artifacts that still puzzle archaeologists

Explore Roman dodecahedra and more mystery objects.

a juvenile dolphin lifts its head out of the water
Animals

Young dolphins mimic sex as part of play

The 'reproductive behavior' of male Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins is practice for future mating.

California Forever concept art of utopian cityscape
Agriculture

California’s billionaire utopia may not be as eco-friendly as advertised

A land trust claims the plan could 'destroy some of the most self-reliant farmland' in the state.

Young woman holding blank screen cell phone, driving car.
Technology

Your driving could be monitored by popular apps

GasBuddy, MyRadar, and Life360 might send your telematics to auto insurance companies.

two juvenile elephants greet each other near a watering hole. their trunks are interlocked.
Animals

African elephants use name-like calls to address each other

Parrots and dolphins also use personal signifiers when communicating.

Airpods Pro 2nd Generation tiled on a white background.
Audio

Snag a pair of AirPods Pro 2 for $60 off at Amazon

Apple's latest noise-canceling earbuds are an excellent value at this price.

The best beverage coolers
Appliances

The best beverage coolers

These drink-specific fridges can keep your favorite drinks chilled, whether it's simple soda or fancy wine.

Bias lighting
Projects

A cheap set of LEDs is the best way to upgrade your fancy new TV

Bias lighting will enhance the picture of your screen in a dark room.

human bladder
Health

To pee or not to pee? That is a question for the bladder—and the brain

How do we sense the need to urinate? The basic urge is surprisingly complex and can go awry as we age.

best LED lights for your TV
Televisions

The best LED lights for your TV

Want a truly theatrical experience? Renew your view with LED lights outside your TV that enhance the ambiance of the ones inside it.

moth
Insects

What’s behind the record outbreak of spongy moths in the eastern US?

Blame drought—and a careless French entomologist.

text that says 'netflix in 1984' over an image of a disc video player
Technology

The $580 million vinyl movie disaster that destroyed an empire

The RCA Selectavision was a catastrophic revolution in home entertainment.

a hand holding a phone with disney plus open
Tech Hacks

How to save money by jumping between streaming services

You don't have to be signed up for Netflix, Spotify, Hulu, Disney Plus, Max, and everything else all the time.