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America’s standard, bland beer is slowly being replaced by the weird stuff
Science

America’s standard, bland beer is slowly being replaced by the weird stuff

One day, we may even have a "Dino-Brew"

Our sun might have been born with an evil twin called ‘Nemesis’
Sun

Our sun might have been born with an evil twin called ‘Nemesis’

The family isn't close.

Coral reefs show signs of climate stress, but there’s still hope
Ocean

Coral reefs show signs of climate stress, but there’s still hope

They show signs of stress, but also resilience.

Scientists may have found a way to tan skin without damaging it
Cancer

Scientists may have found a way to tan skin without damaging it

At least on skin samples in a lab.

2.2 billion people are overweight and sick, but we’re still measuring them by a terrible metric
Heart Disease

2.2 billion people are overweight and sick, but we’re still measuring them by a terrible metric

We could save lives by getting rid of BMI.

Travelers are terrified by bed bugs—but can’t spot one in a lineup
Insects

Travelers are terrified by bed bugs—but can’t spot one in a lineup

You probably wouldn’t know one if you saw one.

Hawaii is a hotspot for alien species
Animals

Hawaii is a hotspot for alien species

New research on where invasives are most pervasive

Why some people worry that sunscreen might be bad for you
Health

Why some people worry that sunscreen might be bad for you

The bottom line: Cover up.

Jupiter may be even older than we thought
Solar System

Jupiter may be even older than we thought

This gas giant has seen it all.

A bird’s song might be in her genes
Birds

A bird’s song might be in her genes

Maybe she’s born with it, maybe it’s learned behavior.

Meerkat anal pouch
Animals

Meerkats use bacteria from their butts to make stinky graffiti

Anal glands have never been so interesting.

China J-31 Stealth Fighter PL-15 Missile
Military

This new ramjet engine could triple the range of Chinese missiles

Deadly surprises for even the most modern stealth fighters.

amber bird
Dinosaurs

This adorable lil baby bird was perfectly preserved in amber for 99 million years

A Cretaceous-era cutie.

What parents need to know about ‘dry drowning’
Health

What parents need to know about ‘dry drowning’

Secondary and dry drowning are rare, but extremely serious.

Scientists want to know if your parents’ divorce is making you sick
Health

Scientists want to know if your parents’ divorce is making you sick

But don't stay together for the kids' immune systems.

Cat at computer.
Tech Hacks

The best ways to make your own GIFs

3 ways to make your own memes.

The Drone Federalism Act would shift regulation to state and local governments
Technology

The Drone Federalism Act would shift regulation to state and local governments

The FAA would serve as a liaison between local governments and the national drone air traffic management system.

Bosch plans to use radar sensors in millions of cars to make better maps
Self Driving

Bosch plans to use radar sensors in millions of cars to make better maps

It would be a big help for autonomous vehicles.

North China Institute of Vehicle Research Amphibious Vehicle
Military

China is building the world’s fastest amphibious fighting vehicle

30 miles per hour on water.

mandible
Evolution

The oldest fossils of our species just got older

These possible Homo sapiens help confirm humanity's history.