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What are algorithms, and why we'd best get used to them

Algorithms aren't nearly as arcane as some make them to be.

Ten bloodcurdling microplastic facts we've recently learned

They are becoming a larger and larger problem worldwide

A deep look at carbon capture and storage (CCS) and its role in the climate crisis

CCS (or carbon capture and storage) is one of the terms that often pops up in the climate debate -- and for good reason.

How does the Sky Crane work? Everything you need to know

The sky crane touchdown system was a huge wager for NASA that paid off.

What are nuclear reactors and how do they work?

The ultimate embodiment of ‘high risk, high rewards'.

How does an air conditioner work?

Simple questions often lead to very rich topics.

What are sensors, how they work, and why they're everywhere

They tell us what's going on in nature, in a way that's easy to read and understand.

Examples of electricity in nature

Electricity is quite busy in the natural world.

Meet the cyanometer: an 18th-century device solely built to measure the blueness of the sky

A brilliant scientist obsessed with climbing the highest peak in the Alps thought of a peculiar measuring instrument.

The environmental impact of veggie patties vs meat burgers

Meat alternatives are becoming increasingly popular. Environmentally, they fare much better than beef.

What's deep-sea mining? Risks and challenges of the new industrial frontier

This is a turning point for a gargantuan industry, but the environmental damage could be catastrophic.

Solid soap vs liquid soap: which is more eco friendly?

Want to make a small, green, lifestyle choice? Use soap bars instead of liquid.

Why TRISO particles could open a new age for nuclear power

The robustness and potential of this type of nuclear fuel gives new hopes of clean and safe nuclear power.

What are contact tracing apps

Contact tracing apps could help us trace chains of infection as we relax lockdown, but there are many concerns.

What's the longest bridge in the world? The answer may surprise you

The record-holding bridges can be found in China. But before we get to them, let's have a look at what bridges really stand for.

How neuro-symbolic AI might finally make machines reason like humans

It combines the raw processing power of neural networks with human-like concept recognition.

What's an MRI and how does it work?

MRI scanners have proven revolutionary in medical practice and neuroscience.

Leaf blowers are not only annoying but also bad for you (and the environment)

It comes down to the inefficient engines they use.

World's largest electric vehicle fully recharges itself

A huge electric mining truck never has to be plugged in thanks to regenerative braking.

What is the house of the future going to look like?

Bigger, better, faster, stronger. Ok, maybe just better and stronger.

The LED sun: artificial sunlight mimics natural light

A natural skyline at the flick of a switch.

Shooting stars: a look at the world's speediest jet aircraft

Some of these planes fly so high they break off rivets.

A brief look at how the idea of elevators came up

They really are an underappreciated invention -- it took a lot of work!

How to reduce your home's ecological footprint

We're all kings and queens of our own castles.

The table of disruptive technologies: a timeline of industry-killing breakthroughs

Do you know what future tech looks like?

Who invented the microwave oven?

WWII radar technology unexpectedly led to the invention of the common microwave oven.

How to Lose 20 Pounds in 20 Minutes, The Psychology of Clickbait

The science of why we always fall for clickbait.

The anti-plastic straw movement: What it is, Why it matters, and Is it a good thing?

We need to talk about plastic straws -- and about banning plastic straws.

Help win the war (for our planet) by planting a Climate Victory Garden

Fighting climate change is as easy as growing some food!

Can Anyone Really Watch Us Via Web Camera?

Simple tips on how this happens and how you can protect yourself.

How exactly do solar panels work?

Solar energy is on the rise, but how does it really work?

A history of how computers went from stealing your heart, to stealing your job

They changed our society from the ground up. And will do so again.

What's a Galileo thermometer and how do you read it?

While it's not the most precise instrument, it's certainly one of the most attractive.

Tesla Model 3: All About The Most Anticipated Car Ever

A glimpse at the future: the electric, self-driven vehicle of choice for the average American home.

Six simple ways to reduce food waste and make a sustainable difference

Here are some clever tips to help you stop wasting food.

A beginner’s guide to naming species in Latin

It doesn't have to be so complicated.

Green living at home: a list of techs to hack your house into clean energy

If you're looking to power your home cleanly, here's a good place to start.

8 simple tips to help you become a vegetarian

It can be simple and fun!

The Difference between Virtual and Augmented Reality

Let's put the hype away for a second and see what sets these two technologies apart.

Building Hoover Dam, in pictures (1931-1936)

The story of how one of the most iconic American infrastructure works got built -- all in pictures.

Aviation 101 : Flight Dynamics

To most people, the sky is the limit. To those who love aviation, the sky is home.

Who invented air conditioning?

Willis Carrier invented air conditioning in the early 20th century. But many other people made their contribution.

Meet the most frustrating programming language ever. It's called 'Brainfuck' and it's purposely designed to make you cry

Continue at your own risk.

Types of engines and how they work

How any why different types of engines work.

Who invented the flushing toilet?

A historical account of one of mankind's most important inventions.

Solid energy -- how batteries power the world

Power in the palm of your hand.

Simple tips you can follow for a sustainable Christmas

Easy ways to green up your Christmas.

How to make your compost - easy, cheap, and sustainable

If more people composted then we'd enjoy better soils, more productive gardens and better food.

14 GIFs of products being made: deep inside the plant

I could look at these all day.

Who invented the induction motor

The induction motor is one of the most important inventions in modern history.