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a mosquito drinking human blood
Insects

Without forests, mosquitoes turn to human blood

Deforestation might lead to more deadly mosquito bites.

a large machine crushes an ebike
Electric Vehicles

Australian police smash e-bikes in crackdown on unruly teens

Police say at least 25 kids used e-bikes and scooters to evade arrest and intimidate drivers.

a deer stands by a river
Wildlife

Deer markings actually glow

The scrapes and rubs the mammals leave behind shine under UV light humans can't see.

A conspiracy theorist looking for answer.
Psychology

Why do educated people fall for conspiracy theories? It could be narcissism.

People who scored higher in narcissistic traits were more accepting of conspiracy theories and misinformation.

A sample of the dental remains excavated in Pontecagnano that date to the 7th-6th century BCE.
Archaeology

Iron Age teeth reveal the hidden lives of ancient Italians

Their teeth hold tales of childhood nutritional stress.

Four desktop homescreens showing SETI@home software running
Deep Space

100 mystery sounds under review for signs of extraterrestrial life

Over 11 years, citizen scientists collected billions of data signals for the SETI@home project.

the remains of an ice age wolf
Wildlife

14,000-year-old woolly rhinoceros DNA extracted from wolf’s stomach

The two-horned prehistoric mammal went extinct about 8,700 years ago.

A top-down photograph of a pile of fresh, green okra pods resting on a rustic, beige linen napkin with a red striped border. The pods are scattered across the fabric and a weathered wooden tabletop, with the wooden handle of a kitchen knife visible in the upper right corner.
Ask Us Anything

Why is okra so slimy? Blame the mucilage.

The plant’s signature goo helps it thrive in the heat.

Depiction of the fourth horseman of the apocalypse, Death, riding a mythical creature, presumably a winged lion. Below him is a personification of famine (Fames), pointing to her open mouth. The depiction was created in Erfurt in the mid-14th century; the connection to Neuses may be drawn due to the date – St. Mark’s Day – of the annual memorial procession leading to the mass grave. Source: Klassik-Stiftung Weimar
Archaeology

Medieval plague victims likely found in mass grave in Germany

Archaeologists say they located a Black Death burial site containing some of a village's 12,000 dead.

Three models of white LEVOIT air purifiers against a purplish solar background
Home

Amazon is blowing out LEVOIT air purifiers so you can filter out irritants

The air in your house sucks—fix it with these Amazon deals on air purifiers and humidifiers.

White axolotl seen underwater
Endangered Species

Is it illegal to own an axolotl? It depends.

A recent pet seizure at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport illustrates ongoing confusion.

Peregrinen 4 quadcopter drone taking off from launch pad
Drones

Father and son reclaim Guinness World Record for fastest quadcopter drone

Luke and Mike Bell’s Peregrine 4 achieved the milestone barely a month after it was taken from them.

a team stands on a beach with two pigs in kennels
Animals

Abandoned pigs rescued on Tennessee’s Looney Islands

The animals are in good hands thanks to patience and a ‘pig whisperer.’

A colorful, detailed line illustration depicting a medieval courtroom scene where a pig is standing trial. The pig stands on its hind legs at a wooden witness stand or dock, facing a panel of judges and clerics seated behind a long table. In the foreground, a man in a light blue robe points a finger accusatorially at the pig, while other onlookers in traditional medieval tunics and headwear watch the proceedings with expressions of concern and curiosity. The setting features gothic arched windows and draped backdrops typical of the period.
Animals

In medieval France, murderous pigs faced trial and execution

Animal trials helped to restore order when the unspeakable happened.

UGREEN air tracker tags in space
Computers

Get a 4-pack of these UGREEN Air Tracker tags for just $23—less than the price of one Apple AirTag

These wireless tags use the Apple Find My tech and can make a sound to help you find your wallet, phone, or whatever.

Canon camera and lens heater
Cameras

Adorama just dropped prices on Canon cameras and lenses by up to 30%

Just about every camera and lens Canon makes is on sale right now at Adorama. Grab a mirrorless rig and make some photos and videos.

Backcountry hiking bag sale
Outdoor Gear

Backcountry is blowing out hiking bags, backpacks, and luggage for up to 65% off during this clearance sale

Score huge savings on bags from Dakine, Patagonia, Mystery Ranch, Osprey, and more during this clearance sale.

Diver underwater investigating Viking shipwreck
Archaeology

600-year-old Viking shipwreck is the largest of its kind

The medieval ‘cog’ was nearly 92 feet long and featured castles on its bow and stern.

Close up of man's hands reaching into box of apples at orchard
Science

Test your apple farming skills with this free video game

Race Against Rot shows how engaging with community may be a valuable resource.

a small black insect standing on white snow
Insects

Snow fleas use their tail to jump around the ice

The tiny insects are older than dinosaurs.