The Lovell Telescope in the UK has found 32 bursts from deep space, helping a team of astronomers uncover a pattern in their flashes. (Kristi Mickaliger/) Astronomers have spent six years watching an unknown object […]
Did you know that a mood journal can improve your mental health? There are days when you’re so happy that you feel like you can take over the world, while there are some days when
It’s obvious that in order to achieve your goals, you’re going to need to set them. However, we tend to forget to use specific tools for goal setting. There are several kinds of tools for
Learning how to be committed to your goals is as important as setting them. Anyone can set a goal—like losing weight, getting a new job, or beating a world record in hula hooping—but what happens
Think back to a time when you experienced emotional disappointment or shock – perhaps a loss of a job, an illness or diagnosis for yourself or a family member, an accident, breakup, or life-changing bad
The right equipment is essential for the best at home workout. Physical exertion is crucial for a healthy lifestyle, and at home workouts are a key part of this as they offer the same benefits
For a meal presentation that looks as good as it tastes. (Amazon/) When you’re throwing together last night’s leftovers, it’s tempting to nestle a rice dish next to some lightly dressed greens and call it
It’s hot, but don’t sweat it. (Akshar Dave via Unsplash/) People who have ceiling fans in addition to air conditioners know that the power to circulate air throughout your space can help ensure comfort. But
A police body camera. (Lutsenko Oleksandr / Deposit Photos /) In the wake of George Floyd and Breonna Taylor’s deaths, the US is focusing on police reform. Among new measures on the table is an
Don’t be square. (David von Diemar via Unsplash/) While the fundamentals of ice don’t change—combine two parts hydrogen and one part oxygen, then chill until solid—the way we shape that ice is limitless. Sometimes these
Not all of New Zealand’s anti-COVID tactics can be applied here, but they can still teach us plenty. (Unsplash/) Follow all of PopSci’s COVID-19 coverage here, including news on federal policies, how to avoid spreading
The light is strong enough for reading, but changes brightness and color depending on what you’re doing. (Hatch /) Quality of sleep has endured some collateral damage during the COVID-19 pandemic. Even when people stick
Take home the best. (Mae Mu via Unsplash/) Only the unimaginative think waffles are just for breakfast. True connoisseurs know that they make a perfect meal any time of the day, topped with maple syrup,
The Agulhas II, the ship used to image the ridges (Courtesy Julian Dowdeswell/) In the past couple of decades, we’ve had satellites trained on Earth’s ice sheets, documenting climate change-induced losses. But those years are
There’s more than one solution to these head-scratchers. (PopSci/) We know you are bored at home right now—we are too. Here are some puzzles and brainteasers to challenge your family and friends with, either in
A wooden plant stand can retail for a lot of dollars if you buy it from specialty shops. However, if you make it yourself, you can save a lot of money and be stylish at
New instruments can generate maps of neutron stars in unprecedented detail, but physicists are still trying to figure out what lies beneath the surface. (NASA, NICER, GSFC’s CI Lab/) The Earth is a balmy oasis
Sebastian “Satu” Kopke rides the pedal-controlled eRockit on Germany’s famed Autobahn. (eRockit/) This story originally featured on Cycle Volta. Driving on Germany’s Autobahn is a bucket-list experience for many an automotive enthusiast. But what about
People of color are also significantly more likely to experience lower-quality healthcare, have less access to resources like education, and to experience prejudice in their professional and personal lives. (Unsplash/) Over the past couple weeks,
Stuck at home? Why not get a new hobby and try making this DIY French market crochet bag that’ll come in handy for your next trip to the grocery? RELATED: DIY Sewing Projects: How to Make
Shibori tie dye is a unique way of sprucing up any plain fabric. Originating from the land of the rising sun, Japan, it is the art of dyeing textiles by using binding and knotting techniques.
Creating your own flower pot stand is a therapeutic way to care for your plants, and repurpose some unused furniture! Now that you have plenty of time staying indoors, you can finally do something with
Switch it up. (Jippe Joosten via Unsplash/) While PlayStation and Xbox engage in their never ending battle for graphical supremacy, Nintendo confidently goes about its business innovating the way we play and unlocking the potential
Convenient storage for your K-Cups. (Helena Lopes via Unsplash/) Part of the joy of the K-Cup coffee experience is how much variety it offers. You don’t have to commit to a bulky pound or two
The new design at the Iowa Correctional Institution for Women called for plants and play spaces, which were big improvements over brick and razor wire. (Iowa State University student design team/) Julie Stevens is an
A species of venomous sea snail preys on fish by emitting plumes of venom that stun and paralyze its prey. But the venom might be useful to humans, too. (Pixabay/) Most people don’t have occasion
When faced with adversity, do you have the fortitude to keep going? (Pixabay/) This story was originally featured on Outdoor Life. The skills you’ve acquired and gear in your pack are often the difference in
The blue morpho butterfly’s scale structure could launch a thousand innovations. (Peter Wey/Deposit Photos/) For more than 130 million years, butterflies have graced our planet. For much of our own history we’ve enjoyed them, but
Infectious disease experts fear that so-called “super spreaders” at marches could trigger new outbreaks of COVID-19. (Pexels/) Follow all of PopSci’s COVID-19 coverage here, including tips on cleaning groceries, ways to tell if your symptoms
Did you know that most people on anti-depressants are depressed again a year later? And between 2005 and 2015, the number of people living with depression worldwide increased by a staggering 18.4%((World Health Organization: Depression
The best things in life never come easily. And it’s discouraging to work on a personal or career goal for a long time without seeming to get closer to the desired outcome. My work requires
If you own an Apple watch, you have in your hand an incredible device that does more than just making calls and sending texts. With the right collection of apps, you can use your wearable
Learning to fish isn’t hard once you know the basics. (Bob McNally/) This story originally featured on Field & Stream. For most serious anglers, it was their family and friends who showed them the basics
Cookie cutter-lawns can be traced back to the flight of rich Chicagoans, who were looking for a more tranquil, sprawled-out setting on the outskirts of the city. (David McBee/Pexels/) Just three miles outside Chicago lies
Notice the new tracking cameras on the outside of the headset. (HP /) Virtual reality’s march toward mainstream acceptance has continued slowly along, but now HP is hoping its new $599 Reverb G2 headset will
Believe it or not, repairing a leaky faucet is actually as simple as changing a lightbulb. Whether it’s a kitchen faucet, a bathroom faucet replacing the faucet cartridge is a quick solution for those leaks.
Masks won’t be enough to protect us from COVID-19 in the long term. (Gustavo Fring/Pexels/) Follow all of PopSci’s COVID-19 coverage here, including a state-by-state breakdown of infection rates and the adverse effects of hydroxychloroquine.
Your laptop might look super cool and shiny, but it might only take a video editing program to make it run like your grandpa’s old truck. (Daniel Korpai / Unsplash/) We usually demand a lot
Think of your cover letter for a job application as an in-person introduction. Your resume outlines the facts—where you worked and for how long, along with your major accomplishments. But your cover letter also shows
Here’s a fact: You might have heard a lot about the importance of delegating work. But if you’re a new leader or manager, it won’t be all fun and games. Like everything in life, delegation
No family is perfect! It’s far from it. All families experience some level of dysfunction. Most, however, manage pretty well despite it. There are gradients of dysfunction. The family’s psychological and physical health sometimes determines
You hear all the time how important effective communication is. It’s critically important in your career and the same holds true for marriage or any long term partnership. If you’ve read any of my other
Entrepreneurship is a constant learning process that’s going to be full of both peaks and valleys. Gaining knowledge from the people who have come before you and learning from both their successes and failures is
A great backyard cool-down. (Jelleke Vanooteghem via Unsplash/) Odds are your parents figured out in your early years that a garden hose was the simplest thing to simultaneously occupy you and keep you from overheating.
Delta Airlines is increasing flights to many regions of the world from its hubs. (Miguel Angel Sanz/Unsplash/) This story originally featured on Flying Magazine. While it’s certainly not time to claim victory of any sort
A male Indigo Bunting (Passerina cyanea) perches atop a sunflower. In recent decades, many bird species have become less abundant across North America. (Steve Rushing/) Migratory birds may be particularly vulnerable to the impacts of
A SpaceX rocket seen launching from Cape Canaveral in Florida. (SpaceX/) Iain Boyd is a professor of Aerospace Engineering Sciences at the University of Colorado Boulder. This story originally featured on The Conversation. With dreams
Simply tea-licious. (Matt Hoffman via Unsplash/) In a world obsessed with coffee, tea connoiseurs can feel left out in the cold. Iced tea requires an infusion of hot liquid at just the right temperature for
There’s nothing necessarily wrong with this photo, but if you get comfortable with a certain photography style (such as portraits), it can be hard to branch out. (Harry Guinness /) Taking great photos is hard
Update 5/27 at 4:22pm: NASA and SpaceX scrubbed the launch due to weather, and will attempt to launch again on Saturday, May 30th at 3:22pm ET. At 4:33 p.m. ET today, a classic scene may
The puff on top prevents wind noise from hitting the microphones. It’s typically called a “dead cat.” (Sony/) There’s a decent chance your favorite vlogger or YouTuber uses a Sony camera. The company has captured
Backup juice for your car. (Jan Baborák via Unsplash/) There’s no sinking feeling quite like the one that comes when you return to your parked car to find the lights still on and your battery
These goats seem to be happy together (Christian Nawroth/) It was like greeting an old friend. Each morning, without fail, Nadia, a snowy white goat with pink transparent ears, would heartily greet Christian Nawroth when
Intellectually, many of us know that conflict is a part of life. We know that conflict can spur deeper understanding and stronger relationships. Yet, whenever conflict arises, it puts some of us on our heels.
To understand how to use health affirmations, you have to have a clear understanding of what they are. Affirmations are simple and concise positive sentences that are written and said in the present tense. They
Are you feeling the effects of cabin fever during the lockdown? Despite having the freedom to be at home, do you feel cooked up in social isolation? Perhaps less mobile from being able to visit
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and you’re probably wondering what to give the man of the house. If your google search box says “gifts for dad who wants nothing,” or “gift ideas for
Having a mini garden is such a trendy thing now that everyone’s staying indoors. Many people are trying their hand at indoor gardening but are afraid to commit to big plants, especially those who are
Making your own DIY armchair caddy is a great way to get busy during this lockdown period. Not only that, but you’ll get to craft your own item that you’ll be using a lot during
Otherwise known as a fold-down bed, wall bed, or pull-down bed, a Murphy bed is the convenient solution to designing a cozy bedroom despite having a small space to work with. For thrifty-shoppers looking to