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Concept art of Top Tower in Prague, Czech Republic
Engineering

A ‘post-apocalyptic’ shipwreck tower will be Prague’s tallest building

Top Tower is finally moving forward after years of debate.

a large, flat head catfish with an open mouth
Fish

Monster catfish and its creepy smile invade PA rivers

These aquatic apex predators can reach up to 100 pounds.

a close up of a bee on a bright green leaf
Bees

Bees have thousands of eyes

And some are made to look directly into the sun.

A person is shown from the chest up, in a green plaid shirt, holding a glass of clear water with a dropper over it. A dark green liquid is dripping into the water from the dropper, creating a swirl. The scene is on a white surface and surrounded by several potted green plants in white containers, with some loose leaves scattered around.
Nutrition

Is chlorophyll actually good for you?

Some benefits are rooted in science, but others are just leafy lore.

A blue and white road sign reads "Tsunami Hazard Zone." It shows a large wave on the left and a stick figure running up a slope on the right. The bottom text says, "In case of earthquake go to high ground or inland."
Environment

We drilled deep under the sea to learn more about mega-earthquakes and tsunamis

The secrets behind devastating earthquakes and tsunamis are hidden beneath the sea.

a buck howling into the sky
Wildlife

15 enchanting images from the Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards

woman taking a selfie
Tech Hacks

The 6 best photo editing apps for your phone

You can do more with your pictures—you just need the right app.

A photo collage with a vintage illustration of a futuristic, brown and orange sailboat, with a large sail-like structure and a smokestack, positioned on a deep blue sea with white waves. In the background, there's a faint, light-tan newspaper clipping with the headline "A Sailing Ship" and a masthead for "POPULAR SCIENCE" from February 1925.
Technology

100 years ago, ‘ghost ship’ sails baffled Einstein—now they’re making a comeback

Could a high school math teacher’s 1920s invention make shipping greener?

a vulture with a white feathers on its body and black, red, white, red, and yellow feathers near its beak
Birds

11 majestic photos of vultures for International Vulture Awareness Day

The very misunderstood birds are a critical part of the ecosystem.

The Steelcase starter pack includes a desk and a chair
Home

You can still save 20% off Steelcase office chairs and desks during this extended Labor Day sale

Upgrade your workspace in the office or at home with these rare deals on high-end furniture. Save your spine.

A high-energy concert photo of Taylor Swift on stage in a shimmering, multicolored bodysuit with a matching microphone. She is looking to her right with her mouth slightly open, a surprised expression on her face. The stage is brightly lit, and in the background, a massive crowd of people fills the stadium stands.
Science

Taylor Swift concerts do cause small earthquakes

Seismologists investigate the 'SwiftQuakes' rumor.

netflix moments clipping a show
Tech Hacks

How to save and share your favorite Netflix clips

Don't keep those magic Netflix moments to yourself.

Two park rangers helping a hiker walk on a trail out of the woods
Environment

Hikers hallucinating on mushrooms rescued by forest rangers

‘Somewhere along the way, the hikers also lost their car keys.’

A small-billed elaenia perched on the El Jumeal dam in Argentina
Birds

A rare South American bird took a wrong turn towards Florida

Hundreds of birdwatchers flocked to see the small-billed elaenia's wayward migration.

Anker Soundcore headphones and earbuds on an orange background
Headphones

Get these $60 noise-canceling Anker headphones for just $30 and ignore your coworkers and classmates

This is the lowest price we have seen this year on some of our favorite budget-friendly noise canceling headphones.

Illustration of baby pterosaur in a tropical storm at night
Dinosaurs

Baby pterosaur skeletons reveal a tragic demise

Lucky I and Lucky II were no match for a Mesozoic mega-storm.

a fish with bright blue markings swim in a tank
Ocean

A rainbow of fish dazzles in New Jersey

Brilliant bioluminescence and colorful hues can connect us to the big blue.

A shiny Valerion by AWOL VisionMaster Max projector close-up casting an image from a side table between leather chairs
Home Theater

Valerion by AWOL Vision launches new VisionMaster Max projector at IFA 2025

This flagship RBG laser projector doesn’t just aim to replace your TV—it wants to outperform your memories of movie theaters.

A wide shot of a tall, modern smokestack, painted in blue, white, and orange, releasing a thick, white plume of smoke into a light blue sky with wispy clouds. The smokestack is the focal point, rising above a skyline of smaller, modern buildings and trees in the foreground.
Pollution

How much carbon can we safely store underground? Much less than previously thought.

Carbon storage “can no longer be considered an unlimited solution to bring our climate back to a safe level.”

Lunar rover concept going up hill with US flag mounted on rear
Engineering

NASA offers $155,000 to design moon tires

Now's your chance to help craft the Artemis program's Lunar Terrain Vehicle.