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By Jul 23, 2021
Technology

Inside the surprisingly complex engineering process that creates an Olympic torch

A torch like the one in the Tokyo games is so much more than just a simple vessel for flame. This is how they spark into being.
By Jul 21, 2021
Health

The elements that make a perfect playground

Some of the most important elements may surprise you.
By May 12, 2021
Science

How to build a house that stays cool without AC

A guide to help your house face the heat.
By Mar 2, 2021
Technology

Designing spaces with marginalized people in mind makes them better for everyone

How the ‘curb-cut effect’ makes the world easier to navigate.
By Feb 3, 2021
DIY

How to build an igloo that’s structurally sound and cozy

With help from an ice architect and Inuit engineering.
By Feb 3, 2021
Space

How NASA kept its Mars rovers alive long past their expiration dates

Extending Curiosity and Perseverance’s lifespans wasn’t easy. Just ask NASA engineer Matt Keuneke.
By Jan 21, 2021
Technology

The life-saving space blanket has humble origins

There’s a reason NASA-inspired heat sheets have survived for so long.
By Jan 19, 2021
Gadgets

Stylish, non-permanent home upgrades all renters should know

Make your place feel like home—without giving up your security deposit.
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Gadgets

The best kits and gadgets that encourage your kids to be more creative

I love Youtube. Your kids love Youtube. But there’s more to life than Youtube.
By Nov 17, 2020
Environment

Saving historical landmarks from climate change could mean altering them

From Venice to Chan Chan, preservationists need to work with communities to come up with a plan.