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Science

Can you overdose on weed?

You probably can’t blaze yourself to death, but your body could be miserable if you proceed without caution.

The USS Bonhomme Richard fire
Navy

Watchdog sounds alarm on the Navy’s fire preparedness

Government agency to US Navy: Only you can prevent ship fires.

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Technology

Tinkering with wood turned an insulator into a tree transistor

But don’t expect to see lumber-based transistors in your next iPhone.

a computer chip from Intel
Engineering

Cloud computing has its security weaknesses. Intel’s new chips could make it safer.

A new security feature called Trust Domain Extensions has undergone a months-long audit.

SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket readying for launch at night
Technology

Japan’s ispace lunar lander appears to have crashed into the moon

The company aimed to make Hakuto-R the first privately funded lander to reach the moon.

An artist's impression of Watling Lodge fortlet, which also once stood along the Antonine Wall, and would have been similar to the fortlet discovered near Carleith Farm.
Archaeology

Archaeologists found a lost Roman fortlet in Scotland

The team made the historic discovery by measuring tiny changes in Earth's magnetic field.

The seven galaxies highlighted in this James Webb Space Telescope image have been confirmed to be at a distance that astronomers refer to as redshift 7.9, which correlates to 650 million years after the Big Bang.
Space Telescope

JWST captures an unprecedented ‘prequel’ to a galaxy

The data brings us just a little bit closer to finally understanding the question of how we got here.

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Appliances

Save $70 on the Ninja CREAMi at Amazon and become an ice cream influencer

This is the rare kitchen gadget that truly delivers on its lofty promises, on TikTok and on your counter.

Keep tabs on your furry friends with the best pet GPS tracker.
Gear

The best pet GPS trackers

The best pet GPS trackers allow you to keep a watchful eye on even the most sneaky dogs and cats.

A group of eight children running in an open field.
Mental Health

Is shyness something kids feel, or something kids are?

Even some outgoing children can get stressed in high-pressure social situations.

collage made from old magazine photograph and blueprints
Tech Hacks

A 1967 foot-powered tool you could build today—if you wanted to

This vintage Popular Science tutorial invokes spinning wheels and DIY guitar pedals.

A person in a tan sweater sitting at a laptop computer on a wooden table.
Tech Hacks

Free up space on your laptop by moving all your files to the cloud

Treating the cloud as your basement or attic will help you keep your files organized.

engineers working on voyager 2
Deep Space

How is Voyager’s vintage technology still flying?

Vintage tech has extended the crafts’ lifespan—but it’s unclear how much juice they’ve got left.

NASA Deep Space Network radiotelescope sending radio waves to spacecraft, stars, and maybe aliens
Deep Space

Alien civilizations could send us messages by 2029

NASA sends powerful radio transmissions into space. Who's listening, and when will they respond?

U.S. air quality is improving, but 1 in 3 Americans still breathe unhealthy air
Pollution

U.S. air quality is improving, but 1 in 3 Americans still breathe unhealthy air

The American Lung Association finds that wildfires, drought, and inequality threaten progress.

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Outdoor Gear

The best kids’ ATVs

Let your little ones grip it and rip it (safely) around the yard with these all-terrain vehicles.

the jeep magneto concept
Concept Cars

Jeep is steering its famous off-roaders towards electrification

Taking an electrified Jeep off-road makes for a quiet experience. Here's what the automaker is working on.

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Peripherals

The best wireless mice

If you’re looking to optimize your workflow or improve your gaming setup, a new wireless mouse could be the tiny but mighty addition you didn’t realize you needed. Here’s how to find the best wireless mouse for your specific needs.

Person using a gaming mouse and ergonomic keyboard.
PC Gaming

The best gaming mouse

A responsive, ergonomic gaming mouse could be the difference between greatness and grueling defeat on the virtual battlefield. Below is what you need to know.

The best digital picture frames can showcase the best of your photos.
Smart Home

The best digital picture frames

Store and showcase your favorite digital photos with these smart frames.