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NASA

Fire dozers outfitted with NASA-made sensors help battle blazes

The entire system is made from parts commonly found in a hardware store.

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Diseases

From purling to puzzles, these hobbies could reduce your dementia risk

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Wildlife

Baby raccoon found in chimney gets a nice bubble bath

Mother raccoons can make dens in then soot-filled structures.

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Outdoor Gear

I explored Norwegian philosophy and durable, searchable outerwear innovations with Helly Hansen

From Oslo's Vigeland Park to the fjords north of Bergen, the high-performance outdoor gear manufacturer taught me about friluftsliv, technical fabrics, and mountain rescue technology.

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Vehicles

3 driving myths too many people believe

The zipper merge is your friend.

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Biology

A social compass in the brain

People with a rare genetic disorder that damages the amygdala are helping neuroscientists rethink how the brain shapes fear, trust and concern for others.

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Space

June skygazing: A visit to Venus, longest day of the year, sweet summer moon, and asteroids

Happy Asteroid Day!

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Evolution

Humans have weirdly white eyes. Here’s why.

No other animals have eyes like ours.

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Fish

Thomas the moray eel goes to the doctor

These eels have notoriously sharp teeth and can grow up to 8 feet long.

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Tech Hacks

How to go back in time with Google Maps

You can access historical imagery through Street View.

Five saddled camels rest in the desert. Two are laying down towards the front of the scene and three are standing in the back.
Animals

They call it stupid hot for a reason: Heat muddles animal brains

As temperatures rise, some creatures pick fights while others struggle to learn. The consequences of these behavioral changes may ripple through ecosystems.

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Engineering

This creepy blob robot will keep going even if you break its legs

While Argus looks like a sea urchin, its designers took cues from physics, not biology.

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Sustainability

4 lawn options for people who hate mowing 

Grass alternatives can bring beauty (and bees) to your yard.

Driving Towards Massive Mesocyclone With Lightning On Epic Supercell Storm that Dropped the World Record Hailstone on Vivian, South Dakota
Weather

Is storm chasing really like the movies?

Real life storm chaser and meterologist Cyrena Arnold unpacks reality from Hollywood fantasy.

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Engineering

Breathing on this chip reveals a secret message

The hidden image only becomes visible when humidity levels surpass 60 percent.

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Gear

Samsonite is blowing out its most popular rolling bags and luggage for up to 43% off during this summer clearance sale

Whether you need a single carry-on bag or a whole set of luggage for traveling, you can save hundreds during Samsonite's seasonal clearance.

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NASA

How you can help NASA (even if you failed math)

The agency is calling for poets, songwriters, and more who are inspired by space. And the ‘moon joy’ will keep on rolling.

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Ocean

Rare hybrid sea turtle released back into the ocean after rescue

Earl grey is the offspring of two different species.

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Moons

Look up for a blue moon on May 31

Turns out, 'once in a blue moon' is right now.

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Health

Is rubbing your eyes bad for you?

Two eye specialists explain what’s behind the urge to rub and what to do about it.