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Images from the May 1962 article in Popular Science about Zeppelins.
Aviation

From the archives: A grand tribute and eulogy for Zeppelins

In the May 1962 issue of Popular Science, we explored this luxurious trend of aviation and its possible end with the Hindenburg disaster.

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Animals

Deadly tiger encounters are on the rise in India

India is home to the world’s largest wild tiger population. It's protected by conservation mandates. As their habitats can overlap with humans, conflicts are on the rise.

Photo of Fungi Tremella Mesenterica in a forest
Conservation

Earth would be unrecognizable without fungi

Mycologists urge conservation efforts to include mushrooms, yeasts, and molds.

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International Space Station

After two failed attempts, Boeing’s Starliner will try again this week to reach the ISS

Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft has yet to make it to the International Space Station, but experts are optimistic about the third test flight.

remora fish attached to swimming manta ray
Fish

This amphibious drone hitchhikes like a suckerfish

Why waste energy swimming when you can simply catch a ride?

A row of houses on a street, with two in the middle blurred out.
Tech Hacks

How to hide your house on every map app

Stop people from peering at your place.

Confused about Elon Musk’s Twitter bot tirade? Here’s a breakdown.
Social Media

Confused about Elon Musk’s Twitter bot tirade? Here’s a breakdown.

Catch up on what's been going on with Twitter and Elon Musk lately. (It's a lot.)

carolyn beatrice parker
Physics

Racial and economic barriers kept Carolyn Beatrice Parker from realizing her full potential

The Dayton Project physicist could have had a long and storied career in her field.

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Vaccines

Children 5 to 11 can now get COVID boosters

Vaccines for kids under 5 remain unapproved.

Images from April 1981 issue of Popular Science.
Physics

From the archives: Inside the tantalizing quest to sense gravity waves

In the April 1981 issue of Popular Science, we explored the many initiatives and techniques used in the exciting hunt for sensing gravity waves, then out of reach.

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Space

Martian beavers, intentional explosions, and other weird facts from 150 years of PopSci

Plus other fun facts from The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week.

Paleontologist with a laser scanner over plant imprints and other fossils in a seabed in British Columbia, Canada
Animals

These weird marine critters paved the way for the ‘Cambrian explosion’ of species

Fossils from Newfoundland sea beds give a clue to how early animal communities formed.

A new Air Force weapon just successfully reached Mach 5
Air Force

A new Air Force weapon just successfully reached Mach 5

The hypersonic weapon detached from a B-52 bomber. Three previous tests had failed.

Palm fruit on grass.
Agriculture

Indonesia’s palm oil ban is hurting its own people the most

Banning exports has backfired for local farmers.

sun-umbrella
Outdoor Gear

Let’s make 2023 the year of the sunbrella

With extra-hot days on the rise, parasols are poised to reclaim their place in the sun.

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Tablets

Best Android tablets

Yes, that ideal partner is out there whether you want to stream, surf, or fill out spreadsheets

apple airtag
Security

Ohio bill proposes to criminalize electronic stalking and tracking

The proposed legislation follows reports of AirTags being used for tracking without consent.

What the FDA is doing about the US baby formula shortage
Nutrition

What the FDA is doing about the US baby formula shortage

The FDA will work with the largest US baby formula maker to reopen a key facility.

Rock containing cobalt
Energy

Can Idaho’s newest cobalt mine dig responsibly?

After millions in environmental cleanup, Idaho’s cobalt hotspot is welcoming its first new mining outfit in 40 years. Can it dig up the essential metal without leaving a trace?

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Tech Hacks

19 Amazon tips to save you time and money

Shop smarter.