Snakes rarely bite humans—and if they do, here's how to deal with it.
Snakebites already occur pretty rarely. Here's how to further reduce your odds of an attack, and the unexpected gear you should carry to deal with a worst-case…
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The best remedy for a snakebite: Carry car keys
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Everything you ever wanted to know about vitamin D
Knowing your vitamin D levels might not be as important as you think.
Millions of people take a vitamin D supplement in the hopes of curbing depression and fatigue, and even helping with cancer. But whether they need it or not is still a…
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The easiest meals the PopSci staff knows how to make
Sheet-pan salmon, two-minute meatloaf, and six other recipes.
We all know cooking for yourself is superior to eating fast food. And with these infallible recipes, you can whip up a meal even when you're exhausted.
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There may be a link between alcohol and dementia, but it’s complicated
A recent article in the British Medical Journal has rekindled the scientific argument over the relationship between abstaining from alcohol and developing dementia.
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Last week in tech: Brookstone died, Movie Pass changed again, and Apple entered the four comma club
You can have summer fun and stay up on all the latest tech news, too.
Check out the latest episode of the Last Week in Tech podcast with reader questions, supercomputers, and an update to vinyl records.
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How to photograph a meteor shower
Head for the country and point your camera toward the sky.
Meteor showers can be amazing things to photograph. But, before you point your camera upward, here are a few simple tips to make sure you get the most out of your night…
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Meet the next generation of American spaceflight
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Android 9 Pie has officially arrived—here’s what you need to know
Will your phone get the latest version of Google’s mobile OS?
Android Pie is available today—kinda.
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The secret origins of blue diamonds are finally coming to the surface
These gems are rare bits of Earth’s recycling.
Where blue diamonds come from is a question that’s eluded scientists for centuries. But now, secrets of the scarcest stones in the world are coming to the surface.
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Here's how much protein you really need
Athletes do need more protein—but that doesn't necessarily mean you need supplements.
Gym buffs get a lot of grief for their shaker bottles full of chalky protein powder—but should they?
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The problem with taking scientific questions to court
Juries can blame a product for giving you cancer—but that doesn’t mean it’s true.
Legal cases which try to prove that a particular chemical or product is the cause of an illness like cancer, are complicated. What the legal system considers enough…
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The best gardening tools for keeping your yard lush without the waste
Worm farms, weeders, push mowers... The whole nine yards to control fine yards.
Maintaining your yard takes time, precision, and tools. Don't mess around with unhelpful gear that'll take up space. Here's our list of useful, non-wasteful tools to…
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What it’s like to photograph planet Earth from space
Retired astronaut Chris Hadfield on how to make great photos from the ISS
“The world is a very generous photography subject and you have the best tripod in existence.”…
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Why (almost) everyone needs to stretch when they exercise
Even if it won't prevent injury.
There seems to be a lot of confusion regarding the value – or lack thereof – of muscle stretching to accelerate recovery after exercise.
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The Mendocino Complex is California's largest fire on record—for now
Warmer nights are fueling the future of wildfires.
The Mendocino Complex fire has burned through more than 450 square miles, surpassing last December's Thomas fire to become the largest wildfire in the state’s history.
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The genes that turn wild animals into pets
A 60-year fox study could explain how dogs got domesticated.
A wise man once asked, what does the fox say? A thing or two about how canines acquiesce to domestication, apparently.
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Artificial intelligence can now help write Wikipedia pages for overlooked scientists
The tech could be used to increase the representation of women scientists on Wikipedia
AI does the research and writes the first draft for you.
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Why chocolate milk is a great post-workout snack (but maybe not the best)
We asked experts what you should eat to get those sweet gains.
In a post-workout haze, it can be hard to come up with a good snack. That means if you want to refuel properly, you’ll want to prepare in advance.
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A fatal helicopter crash exposes the complexities—and risks—of influencer marketing
There are federal guidelines for social media brand ambassadors—but several responding to five deaths didn't get the memo.
As the public descended on FlyNYON’s social media feeds—seeking information and refunds—something disturbing unfolded on Instagram. The company’s paid influencers began…
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How parched states like California fight wildfires
You can battle a record-breaking blaze even while trying to conserve water.
Twin blazes sparked almost two weeks ago in Northern California have flared into the Mendocino Complex Fire, largest wildfire the Golden State has seen in past 100…
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