Popular Science
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Demystifying our weird world since 1872. Learn something new every day.
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Look...it happens to everyone. Learning to let go is important.
*realizes 2,500 word feature story has vanished into the digital ether*
...We are about to hyperventilate.
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*realizes 2,500 word feature story has vanished into the digital ether*
...We are about to hyperventilate.
www.popsci.com/diy/how-to-r...
How to recover your deleted files
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December 22, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Look...it happens to everyone. Learning to let go is important.
*realizes 2,500 word feature story has vanished into the digital ether*
...We are about to hyperventilate.
www.popsci.com/diy/how-to-r...
*realizes 2,500 word feature story has vanished into the digital ether*
...We are about to hyperventilate.
www.popsci.com/diy/how-to-r...
Feel free to offer this one over to the next 'Western civilization' weirdo you encounter.
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www.popsci.com/science/diar...
Diarrhea slowed down Roman soldiers
Intestinal parasites that still plague us today were all over Roman Britain.
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December 19, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Feel free to offer this one over to the next 'Western civilization' weirdo you encounter.
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www.popsci.com/science/diar...
Look things are really weird right now
But are they 'dress-wearing squirrel selling war bonds' weird?
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But are they 'dress-wearing squirrel selling war bonds' weird?
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During WWII, a dress-wearing squirrel sold war bonds alongside FDR
US bomber crews even carried photos of Tommy Tucker on missions.
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December 18, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Look things are really weird right now
But are they 'dress-wearing squirrel selling war bonds' weird?
www.popsci.com/environment/...
But are they 'dress-wearing squirrel selling war bonds' weird?
www.popsci.com/environment/...
The name "Popular Science" doesn't mean we shift our coverage depending on public opinion. It means we cover relevant subjects that are rigorously researched, reliable, and grounded in reality.
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
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And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
First-of-a-kind study shows encouraging data for trans kids who socially transition
Ninety-four percent of participants in a new study stood firm in their trans identity after five years, and "detransitioning" is rare.
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December 18, 2025 at 5:16 PM
The name "Popular Science" doesn't mean we shift our coverage depending on public opinion. It means we cover relevant subjects that are rigorously researched, reliable, and grounded in reality.
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
And trans lives are grounded in reality.
We see y'all. No matter what.
www.popsci.com/science/tran...
Normally we encourage sending our stories to your grandparents and other older relatives, but you may wanna exercise caution with this one. Especially so close to the holidays...
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Pop music has gotten sadder over the last 50 years
Analysis of 20,186 songs from the Billboard Top 100 indicates that the lyrics are also more simple.
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December 16, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Normally we encourage sending our stories to your grandparents and other older relatives, but you may wanna exercise caution with this one. Especially so close to the holidays...
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www.popsci.com/science/pop-...
*closes eyes, winces, hits 'publish story'*
Argue amongst yourselves! We are merely the messenger!
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Argue amongst yourselves! We are merely the messenger!
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The best chocolate chip cookie recipe, according to science
Understanding a bit of chemistry can transform your baking skills.
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December 15, 2025 at 6:29 PM
*closes eyes, winces, hits 'publish story'*
Argue amongst yourselves! We are merely the messenger!
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Argue amongst yourselves! We are merely the messenger!
www.popsci.com/science/best...
*jamming Biscotti down throat at the family holiday party*
"No, Mom, I *won't* stop! This is *exactly* what Roman sailors did!"
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"No, Mom, I *won't* stop! This is *exactly* what Roman sailors did!"
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Biscotti once fed Roman navies and Christopher Columbus's expeditions
Long before it met espresso, this crunchy pastry kept sailors fed.
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December 11, 2025 at 7:13 PM
*jamming Biscotti down throat at the family holiday party*
"No, Mom, I *won't* stop! This is *exactly* what Roman sailors did!"
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"No, Mom, I *won't* stop! This is *exactly* what Roman sailors did!"
www.popsci.com/health/bisco...
Hello friends.
Drumroll please...
Popular Science's BEST OF WHAT'S NEW awards are here!
*Stefon voice*
This list has everything:
Breast pumps
Seat belts
A satellite called BepiColombo
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Drumroll please...
Popular Science's BEST OF WHAT'S NEW awards are here!
*Stefon voice*
This list has everything:
Breast pumps
Seat belts
A satellite called BepiColombo
www.popsci.com/gear/best-of...
The 50 greatest innovations of 2025
The 38th annual Best of What's New awards.
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December 10, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Hello friends.
Drumroll please...
Popular Science's BEST OF WHAT'S NEW awards are here!
*Stefon voice*
This list has everything:
Breast pumps
Seat belts
A satellite called BepiColombo
www.popsci.com/gear/best-of...
Drumroll please...
Popular Science's BEST OF WHAT'S NEW awards are here!
*Stefon voice*
This list has everything:
Breast pumps
Seat belts
A satellite called BepiColombo
www.popsci.com/gear/best-of...
A guy tried to rob a liquor store using a 19th century gun
naturally, we decided to figure out the type of gun.
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naturally, we decided to figure out the type of gun.
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Rare 19th century pistol used to rob Tulsa liquor store
‘This pistol is something a bit different,’ according to a firearms expert.
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December 9, 2025 at 8:19 PM
A guy tried to rob a liquor store using a 19th century gun
naturally, we decided to figure out the type of gun.
www.popsci.com/technology/a...
naturally, we decided to figure out the type of gun.
www.popsci.com/technology/a...
We are always committed to taking Vitruvius down a peg or two.
He's been coasting on vibes for TOO LONG
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He's been coasting on vibes for TOO LONG
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Pompeii's ruins challenge Rome's famous concrete recipe
The empire’s most famous architect may have had it wrong.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:18 PM
We are always committed to taking Vitruvius down a peg or two.
He's been coasting on vibes for TOO LONG
www.popsci.com/science/pomp...
He's been coasting on vibes for TOO LONG
www.popsci.com/science/pomp...
Look, we don't like officially being more trustworthy than the CDC at this point. That's not really our bag, y'know?
But please, for the love of real science, continue to vaccinate your children.
Pay no heed to the wormbrain man.
But please, for the love of real science, continue to vaccinate your children.
Pay no heed to the wormbrain man.
December 5, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Look, we don't like officially being more trustworthy than the CDC at this point. That's not really our bag, y'know?
But please, for the love of real science, continue to vaccinate your children.
Pay no heed to the wormbrain man.
But please, for the love of real science, continue to vaccinate your children.
Pay no heed to the wormbrain man.
Just a lil explainer for anyone who might need it
You know, due to *gestures*
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You know, due to *gestures*
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What happens to your body during a panic attack?
'Just breathe' is more than just a nice saying.
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December 4, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Just a lil explainer for anyone who might need it
You know, due to *gestures*
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You know, due to *gestures*
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