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Surkandarya Valley in Uzbekistan
Agriculture

An Uzbekistan cave holds an ancient agricultural secret

New evidence of farming discovered far outside the Fertile Crescent.

a solar flare as seen with a solar telescope. yellow streaks represent energy hurled away from the sun
Sun

Solar flares as you’ve never seen them before

The world’s largest solar telescope captured a powerful X-class solar flare in August 2024.

Diver investigating shipwreck underwater
Archaeology

138-year-old shipwreck discovered in Lake Michigan

It's the third sunken vessel found by one Wisconsin tour guide.

an aerial view of a humpback whale spinning in a circle with nets made out of bubbles
Ocean

Humpbacks are the only whales that can feed with bubble nets

Their body shape and flexible pectoral flippers really come in handy.

Black TOURIT Cooler Backpack on a neon green background
Fitness Gear

Get a cool deal and cooler drinks with this insulated leakproof backpack, 20% off at Amazon

Hard cooler giving you a hard time? Save your back and money with this easier way to bring the team their orange slices.

The best IEMs for drummers in 2025, tested and reviewed
Headphones

The best IEMs for drummers in 2025, tested and reviewed

Need a way to keep the beat that can’t be beat? These the best in-ear monitors for the stage, practice space, bedroom studio, and everything in between.

A wide-eyed, wet cat being held during a bath, with its fur slicked down and an anxious expression on its face.
Ask Us Anything

Why do cats hate water? An expert explains.

From ancient deserts to kittenhood lessons, here’s why cats react so differently to water.

blurred image of a group of runners running
Fitness & Exercise

Some pro athletes keep getting better as they age − neuroscience can explain how they stay sharp

The secret behind Novak Djokovic, LeBron James, and Allyson Felix's continued success isn't just physical.

iPhones running the iOS 26 beta software in a pattern
Tech Hacks

Every new iOS 26 feature Apple has added in the beta

Early beta users have access to these new features now and they will likely roll out to all compatible iPhones in the fall.

clouds in valley. under the clouds is light, above is mountains and stars
Space

12 dazzling images from the 2025 Capture the Dark photography contest

Stunning sprites, swirling stars, and a mesmerizing Milky Way.

a doctor holds a vial of medicine
Vaccines

It’s almost flu season. Should you still get a shot, and will insurance cover it?

The 2025-2026 flu season in the United States begins in October and lasts through March.

a close-up of a green eye with gold around the black pupil
Medicine

LASIK without the laser? Rabbit eyeballs hint at a new option

In the lab, electromechanical reshaping can reshape the cornea without cutting tissue.

Soundcore speaker and XGIMI portable projector against a white background
Speakers

Soundcore Boom 3i by Anker is the rugged speaker your patio needs, and it’s $30 off

Deep bass, crisp highs, and 16 hours of battery make it the ultimate backyard companion, so soak up the sounds and savings.

person holding a phone with citymapper open
Tech Hacks

The best free public transit apps to get you from A to B anywhere in the world

You can do much better than Google Maps and Apple Maps.

Yellow GOOLOO jump starter on a very blue background
Gear

Battery or budget anxiety? This 33% off jump starter deal has you (and your car) covered

From cold starts to camping trips, this powerhouse jump starter is your new trunk MVP—and it's on sale.

A stone rock with etched art. On one side, a human figure and probably a dog are pecked in with dots. A bow and arrow are carved above the hand on the right side. On the other side, there is a human figure, an unknown figure, and a large boat.
Archaeology

Lost, ancient cult site unearthed near a Norwegian highway

A mudslide buried the ceremonial location around 800 CE.

a robot with four legs being tested in a desert
Robots

LASSIE’s robot dog may join astronauts on Mars

The quadruped dog just wrapped up testing in White Sands National Park.

a line-up of headphones on a white background
Headphones

The best headphones in 2025

Find sonic solace in a noisy world with the best headphones for every scenario, from communing to commuting to creating.

Artist's illustration of Istiorachis macarthurae on a sandy beach
Evolution

Retired doctor discovers new dinosaur species deep in a museum archive

Istiorachis macarthurae may have used its impressive back fin to find a mate

a scallop with a dent in its top that makes it look like a heart
Ocean

A heart-shaped scallop turned up off the Massachusetts coast

The unique bivalve likely got its shape after a run-in with a rock.