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The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week

Phosphorescent paint inspired Victorian-era Australians to dress up as ghosts and pull pranks

Plus, Louis Pasteur's secrets and other weird things we learned this week.

By Popular Science Team

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Engineering

Ukraine’s military brings exoskeletons to the front line

According to the Ukraine's 7th Air Assault Corps, the devices help soldiers lift heavy artillery shells and run at up to 12 mph.

By Mack DeGeurin

A Sony BRAVIA Bar 7 and Sub 9 and Rear 9 in a living room setting with a wall-mounted TV
Speakers

Sony expands BRAVIA Theater lineup for 2026 with new bars, subs, surrounds, and a screen

The Sony BRAVIA Theater Home Audio 2026 lineup emphasizes a modular, immersive living room experience.

By Tony Ware

One of the dogs sampled in the paper from the Skateholm site in Sweden, buried alongside a human.
Evolution

Europe’s first domesticated dogs arrived over 3,000 years earlier than we thought

Our oldest companions transitioned from hunter-gathering to farming right alongside us.

By Laura Baisas

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Smart Home

The best smart home deals at Amazon’s Big Spring Sale: connected locks and security cameras up to 57% off

The best smart home deals at Amazon's Big Spring Sale, with up to 57% off smart locks, security cameras, and connected home devices.

By Stan Horaczek

Ninja blender and dual-level toaster
Home

Ninja’s Big Spring Sale lineup is massive, with 70-plus discounts on air fryers, blenders, and more

More than 70 Ninja deals at Amazon's Big Spring Sale, with up to 43% off air fryers, blenders, coffee makers, cookware, and grills.

By Stan Horaczek

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Home

This DeWalt impact driver is just $32 right now, and that’s not even the best Big Spring Sale tool deal

DeWalt power tools are up to 64% off at Amazon. The 20V MAX Impact Driver is just $32 and a 5-tool combo kit is $449 (30% off).

By Stan Horaczek

Little baby and stack of diapers on bed, closeup
Pollution

Japan makes breakthrough in dirty diaper recycling

The typical diaper takes 500 years to decompose in a landfill.

By Andrew Paul

a truck and a tornado
Weather

Can you survive inside a tornado? This scientist did by accident.

He’s lucky to be alive.

By Perry Samson / The Conversation

EF EcoFlow solar generators and portable power stations on sale during Amazon's Big Spring Sale
Outdoor Gear

EcoFlow is having one of its best sales of the year, with portable power stations for up to 55% off

EcoFlow is having one of its best sales of the year, with power stations up to 55% off. The DELTA Pro with 400W solar panel is $1,804.

By Stan Horaczek

A medium close-up photograph shows a woman with her eyes closed, lying peacefully in bed while wearing light pink over-ear headphones. She is tucked under a textured grey blanket, resting her head on multiple pillows. The lighting is soft and natural, emphasizing a calm and restful atmosphere.
Ask Us Anything

White noise vs brown noise: What’s the best sound for sleeping?

It's mostly personal preference, but best to rule out metal music or TV.

By Laura Kiniry

DJI drone and camera
Cameras

Upgrade your content with DJI drones and action cameras for up to 35% off during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale

DJI drones, action cameras, and wireless mics are up to 35% off at Amazon's Big Spring Sale. The Osmo 360 is $357 and the Mini 4K Fly More is $309.

By Stan Horaczek

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Smartwatches

Apple Watch prices hit some of the lowest we’ve tracked at Amazon’s Big Spring Sale

Apple Watch Series 10 hits $199 (50% off) and the Series 9 Stainless Steel drops to $299 as a lightning deal at Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

By Stan Horaczek

Monitors on sale during Amazon's Big Spring Sale
Computers

The best monitor deals at Amazon’s Big Spring Sale: Up to 72% off gaming and productivity screens

The best monitor deals at Amazon's Big Spring Sale, with up to 72% off gaming and productivity screens from Samsung, Dell, KTC, and Pixio.

By Stan Horaczek

Lifepro red light therapy device
Fitness Gear

LifePro red light therapy devices and fitness gear are up to 85% off at Amazon’s Big Spring Sale

LifePro red light therapy devices and fitness gear are up to 85% off at Amazon's Big Spring Sale. The Luminova neck device drops from $190 to just $29.

By Stan Horaczek

Sony headphones, speakers, and earbuds are on sale for Amazon's Big Spring Sale
Televisions

Amazon is blowing out Sony headphones, earbuds, and TVs for up to 46% off during the Big Spring Sale

Sony's WH-CH720N headphones drop to $98 (46% off) and the ULT WEAR to $148 at Amazon's Big Spring Sale, plus BRAVIA OLED TV lightning deals on March 25.

By Stan Horaczek

Samsung monitors on sale at Amazon for the Big Spring Sale
Computers

Upgrade your workspace with Samsung monitors for up to 44% off during Amazon’s Big Spring Sale

Eight Samsung monitors are 28 to 44% off at Amazon's Big Spring Sale, including the 34-inch Viewfinity ultrawide at $300 and the 49-inch OLED G9 at $800.

By Stan Horaczek

Detail view of stacked whisky and wine wooden barrels in vintage style
Science

Mushy bourbon sludge recycled into battery electrodes

Whiskey's biggest waste problem could become an energy solution.

By Andrew Paul

Valerion VisionMaster MAX triple-laser 4K projector on an Amazon Prime BIG SPRING SALE background
Home Theater

The Valerion VisionMaster Max is a luxury 4K laser projector and it’s $1,000 off during the Amazon Prime Big Spring Sale

The VisionMaster Max fits anyone that wants a superior image from a projector with a polished, high-end aura.

By Tony Ware

A WiiM Ultra streamer and WiiM Vibelink amplifier on an Amazon Prime Big Spring Sale background
Audio

Streamline your streaming setup with WiiM connected audio products on sale during Amazon Prime Big Spring Sale

If you want high-resolution streaming and powerful amplification at discounted prices, snag this setup.

By Tony Ware