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Burning wood pellets won’t help us fight climate change
Just because something is technically renewable doesn't make it a worthwhile solution. (Markus Spiske on Unsplash/)In the hunt for alternative fuels, biomass burning has become a popular way to swap...
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Sony is bringing the best part of the PS5 to VR
The shape of the controller doesn't contour as much as others to fit a wider range of hands. (Sony/)We still don’t know what Sony has in store when it comes to virtual reality on the PS5. The old PSVR...
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Ask Us Anything: Why do humans stop growing?
What is it in our bodies that prevent us from reaching sky-high heights? There are a lot more factors at play than you think. (Pixabay/)Is your head constantly spinning with outlandish, mind-burning...
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Best office cabinets: Storage must-haves to make your workspace work
Make sure you stay tidy and can find all the papers you need. (Laura Davidson via Unsplash/)Despite the increasingly digital nature of recordkeeping, many critical documents still come in hard copy and...
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This free tool can reveal who is behind any internet domain
This is how you might look if you find something particularly interesting in a WhoIs search. (Bermix Studio/Unsplash/)If you want to find out who owns a website, how old it is, or even try to contact...
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Vaccines may help alleviate symptoms for people with long-COVID
Vaccines are already helping us fight COVID-19 in so many ways. (Alena Shekhovtcova from Pexels/)Click here to see all of PopSci’s COVID-19 coverage.There’s been a lot of bad COVID-19 news over the...
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The best pressure washer for cleaning away mud, oil, paint and more
Make sure your surfaces are gunk free and clean! (Erik Mclean via Pexels /)Sometimes getting down on your hands and knees with soap and water just won’t do. Going low with high hopes of scrubbing grimy...
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We now know babies can be born with COVID-19 antibodies
The concept of COVID-19 antibodies crossing the placenta is not unheard of. Over the past year, there have been a few documented cases. (Pixabay/)Scientists have documented the first known case of a...
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Protecting 30 percent of the oceans would benefit the entire planet
A Galapagos sea lion chases a large school of Salema fish off Isabela Island. (Enric Sala/)When we give marine life a chance to recoup, the ocean gives back. In protected ocean parks, the mass of fish...
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How to fix a sliding door without taking it down
When your door won't slide, you can do more than sit on the floor and gaze outside. (Gabe Rebra/Unsplash/)Sliding doors should glide open and closed, not grind along like a Jawa sandcrawler traversing...
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Native American communities take the lead on vaccinations after facing...
COVID-19 death and infection rates in this relatively small population were significantly higher than those of the general public. (Pixabay/)Click here to see all of PopSci’s COVID-19 coverage. Some...
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Tilting rotors could help make Bell’s speedy new aircraft the next Black Hawk
The V-280 resembles a traditional aircraft in forward flight. (Bell/)Two companies are vying to produce the next Black Hawk for the Army. The next-gen aircraft could speed quickly into harm’s way, drop...
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The best carpet cleaner machines to keep your home spotless
Make sure accidents don't ruin your carpets and floors. (Josh Sorenson via Pexels /)Let’s be honest, unless your carpets are dark grey and constructed for what manufacturers call “heavy traffic,” i.e....
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Sperm whales have a surprisingly deep—and useful—culture
Sperm whales are a rare sight. (Pxhere/)Hal Whitehead, a biologist at Dalhousie University in Nova Scotia, has spent decades following sperm whales around on boats, trying to figure out their intricate...
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Wisconsin permitted people to hunt a contentious species. That might change...
Wisconsin wolf hunters may face new restrictions next year. (Christel SAGNIEZ from Pixabay/)This article originally featured on Field & Stream.Wisconsin’s controversial wolf season might look a lot...
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Best snow blower: Clear your driveway fast
Make sure you can always clear a path through the snow with one of these snow blowers. (Fabian Mardi via Unsplash/)There’s nothing more beautiful than the calm after a blizzard—until you remember that...
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Facebook wants to remove the ‘friction’ between you and your computer using...
Haptic feedback from wearable devices could make virtual experiences like this seem a lot more real. (Facebook/)When technology companies talk about “friction,” they’re often referring to the steps...
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Researchers just measured Jupiter’s stratospheric winds for the first...
This view of Jupiter’s turbulent atmosphere from NASA’s Juno spacecraft includes several of the planet’s southern jet streams. (NASA/JPL-Caltech/SwRI/MSSS/)An international team of astronomers just...
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Laser detection and GPS guide this new mortar to its target with better accuracy
A traditional US Army 120mm mortar firing in 2017. (Killo Gibson / US Army /)A mortar is artillery at its most simple. A shooter angles the mortar’s tube just right, drops the bomb in, and then the...
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5 ways to keep your computer from slowing down
Your machine gets old and slow. And then you get old waiting for your websites to load. (Tim Gouw / Unsplash/)Neither you nor your gadgets can escape the passage of time. But when it comes to your...
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Why people cared less about catching COVID when it mattered most
Data as of mid-March 2020. (Graphic by Sara Chodosh/)This winter, a worrying trend emerged: although COVID-19 cases were at an all-time high, polling data indicated that many Americans were taking more...
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Turn yourself into an illustrated avatar for free
That disturbing moment Avatoon tells you you look a lot like your mother. ( Nathana Rebouças / Unsplash/)As popular as selfies are, some people just don’t like taking pictures of themselves. But in the...
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Best leaf blowers to tame your wild yard
Keep your outdoor space tidy. (Kadri Vosumae via Pexels/)A great leaf blower makes you want to wake up on a fall day and get to work. It makes you wish your yard was a few acres bigger so you can put...
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The best tablet for gaming, drawing, editing and more: Our picks for all ages...
Take your office on the go or find your inner artist with the best tablet for your lifestyle. (Daniel Romero via Unsplash/)Tablets have come a long way in the last decade. While portable touchscreen...
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The process sea slugs use to regrow severed body parts is surprisingly common
Kleptoplasty, the ability to steal another organism's photosynthetic powers, in animals is thought to be extremely rare in animals. Its this skill that allows the slug pictured above to survive and...
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Countries resume use of the AstraZeneca vaccine after new data shows it’s safe
The US has been able to distribute vaccines quickly enough that the Biden administration is now sharing shots with countries like Mexico and Canada. (Pixabay /)Click here to see all of PopSci’s...
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A new poll reveals split opinions on how—and when—police body cam footage is...
Since the peak of the Black Lives Matter protests last summer, body cameras have been the focus of changes to increase transparency in police departments across the country. (Sean Lee/Unsplash/)Dan...
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Best snowboard boots: Snowboard equipment for every level
Get the best boots for your snowboard. (Visit Almaty via Pexels/)Whether you’re a pro on the powder or just starting out, a successful snowboarding run starts with appropriate snowboard gear,...
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Razer's flagship keyboard has clever tech under its caps
It will not float in front of pyramids, but it is a very good keyboard. (Razer /)Switching from a flimsy laptop keyboard to a big mechanical one feels amazing. The keys have a luxurious amount of...
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AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine completely prevents severe illness and death
AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine could be in the US soon. (AstraZeneca/)Click here to see all of PopSci’s COVID-19 coverage.A fourth drug manufacturer, AstraZeneca, has announced positive results in...
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