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Yellowstone’s supervolcano is creating a 19-mile bulge
11 February 2026 @ 9:31 pm
But scientists aren't that worried.
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I tested the Wolfbox 4-in-1 Jump Starter with Air Compressor during a real-world emergency
11 February 2026 @ 8:18 pm
This multi-function device earns its spot in any car emergency kit with multiple functions, most of which come in handy during a crisis.
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Bird poop powered this pre-Hispanic kingdom
11 February 2026 @ 7:00 pm
The Chincha Kingdom likely used seabird guano to fertilize their corn.
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Thomas Edison’s failed rechargeable battery may get a second life
11 February 2026 @ 5:05 pm
The famed inventor's nickel-iron idea isn't suited for EVs, but it could help solar farms and data centers.
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The tech behind the Olympics: High-speed cameras, sensors, and annoying drones
11 February 2026 @ 3:56 pm
Sports pushes the science of keeping time forward.
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No, bears don’t actually hibernate
11 February 2026 @ 2:09 pm
Their winter survival trick is a months-long power-save mode—and scientists think it could help humans, too.
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9 rare animals caught on camera in the ‘Amazon of Asia’
11 February 2026 @ 12:01 am
A 2025 survey in the forests of Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia uncovered several rare and endangered animals.
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Amazon just dropped the prices on these editor-approved Flashforge 3D printers and filaments
10 February 2026 @ 9:08 pm
If you've been thinking about getting into 3D printing—or upgrading your current printer—this Amazon sale is a great opportunity.
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Forgotten hand tool rewrites ancient Egyptian history
10 February 2026 @ 9:06 pm
A ‘little awl’ discovered nearly 100 years ago has big implications.
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Amazon is clearing out Greenworks yard tools during this get-ready-for-spring flash sale
10 February 2026 @ 8:30 pm
The sale also includes corded electric tools, power tools, and more. Get everything you need for spring projects before prices go back up for the season.
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