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SARS-CoV-2 strain under a microscope
COVID-19

How the CDC plans to track the mutating coronavirus

Changes to the SARS-CoV-2 genome can be difficult to identify and track.

a homemade fossil footprint
Projects

Stay-at-home science project: Leave some “fossil” footprints

Dinosaur footprints are wonderful. Have some fun making a few of your own.

Hand holding Air Pods
Tech Hacks

Yes, you can use your AirPods on any non-Apple device. Here’s how.

Sounds good, right?

Calyptocephalella gayi frog.
Animals

How did ancient frogs move between America and Australia? Easy: They hopped across Antarctica.

40 million-year-old fossils reveal a ribbiting history.

girl using a mask and hand sanitizer
COVID-19

The US just had its deadliest day of the pandemic yet. June could be worse.

Plus, how a foot rash became a COVID-19 symptom .

shark birth science
Sharks

Why scientists are giving ultrasounds to 10-foot-long pregnant sharks

A small satellite tag, placed in the predator’s uterus, pops out with the baby to deliver much-needed data.

pile of generic drugs
COVID-19

Are doctors trying too many experimental COVID-19 treatments?

Some physicians worry the medical community may be trying too many unproven therapies to help coronavirus patients.

Three gummy bears on a white paper towel
Projects

Stay-at-home science project: Enlarge gummy bears to reveal the secrets of osmosis

It’s os-mazing!

person holding vaccine syringe
Vaccines

Oxford University’s timeline for a COVID-19 vaccine is shorter than previous estimates

Under the best-case scenario, their vaccine could be ready this year. However, the odds are against any vaccine candidate.

air refueling system
Aviation

Refueling fighter jets mid-flight is complex, but new tech from Airbus could simplify the process

Everything you ever wanted to know about how planes take on more fuel as they fly.

Grilled vegetable skewers on a bed of lentils and beans
COVID-19

Sixteen protein-packed veggie dishes to get you through any meat shortage

International eats, brought to you by beans, vegetables, and delicious, melty cheese.

head trip birthday logo
Science

Solve this birthday riddle with a little logic and math power

It’s a real head-scratcher.

A crop of Edvard Munch's painting "The Scream"
Science

Where does fear actually come from?

It’s a surprisingly physical response.

a wine rack made out of a reclaimed wooden pallet
Projects

Homemade Mother’s Day gifts Mom will love

Do it yourself and make her proud.

Cabin fever is real problem. But it's one you can solve.
COVID-19

How to avoid cabin fever (from someone who lives in an actual cabin)

Find a project, get some exercise, and stick to a schedule.

Thunderbirds Blue Angels
COVID-19

Everything to know about the fighter jets in the ‘America Strong’ flyovers

Here’s when and where you might see F-16s and other high-performance aircraft in the sky.

apple and onion on grass Images;
Science

This weird trick can make an onion taste like an apple

Can you pull it off?

the sun emitting some solar flares
Sun

Scientists say the sun is lazy and boring

It’s really a bit of a bum, as far as sun-like stars go.

a bowl of vanilla ice cream made by shaking ingredients in a bag full of ice and salt
Projects

Stay-at-home science project: Make ice cream in a bag

Shake, shake, shake, Senora.

Raspberry Pi camera interchangeable lenses.
Projects

Raspberry Pi’s $50 camera opens the door for awesome DIY photography projects

It even accepts interchangeable lenses.