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Imperfect but important, the seminal lecture on the origins of disease appeared in the 1883 issue of Popular Science Monthly.

Machines don't always understand what we want from them. Can new language models teach them to read between the lines?

A 2019 marine heat wave in Hawaii triggered a mass bleaching event, but scientists identified coral havens that had fewer casualties.

Advocacy groups and 16 states filed lawsuits against the Postal Service last week.

The feature could be on its way, but its effect on the platform might be complex—and how it's executed will matter.

Our car-dependent cities are at the center of the climate dilemma.

Abortion has been part of American health care for centuries.

Being able to work from anywhere is convenient but not always optimal. Enter active noise-cancelling and exit distractions.

Pathogens called adenoviruses may be responsible, but experts are uncertain.

Microsoft's newest operating system isn't just for desktops and laptops.

These old delicacies are making a comeback and bringing back bygone tastes.

In the April 1933 Popular Science issue, explorer Arpad Kirner recounted his descent into the mouth of the flaming Stromboli volcano.

The airline has ordered a dozen A350s for future routes that could connect North America or Europe directly to Australia. Just think of all the movies you could watch.

46 new papers continue to unfold the story (and power) of the Gadget

Stuff being spiders and raindrops—not kisses.

To prevent future pandemics, we need to connect the dots between the spread of disease and the destruction of the planet.

An inside look at Watch Duty, a website called The Lookout, and a citizen-led quest for better information about fire dangers.

Take a photographic journey through the Yucatán's busiest flamingo nursery.

In 1967, half a century after the discovery of superconductive metal, Popular Science covered the emerging field and its potential futures.

Permitting and regulations can stand in the way of cleaner energy.