Blood and Cheese: 'House of the Dragon's Darkest Scene Is Way Worse in the Book

An eye for an eye, a son for a son. The 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 premiere ends with a horrifying act of violence that, shockingly, could have been even worse. | Continue reading


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The Holy Grail Of Neanderthal Language Is Turning Out To Be An 800-Pound Gorilla

The Neanderthals (Homo neanderthalensis) fascinate researchers and the general public alike. | Continue reading


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'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Episode 1 Ending Explained: Why Was Helaena's Son Killed?

The actors behind the Dance of the Dragons deconstruct that tragic Episode 1 ending. | Continue reading


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Without a Doubt, the 65 Weirdest & Most Genius Things Under $30 on Amazon

These affordable finds will have you saying, "Wait, that exists?" | Continue reading


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18 Years Ago, This Handheld Saved Nintendo From Losing Everything

In 2006, Nintendo gave its dual-screen DS an iPod and MacBook-esque makeover with the DS Lite, and as a result, beat Sony's more powerful and capable PlayStation Portable badly. | Continue reading


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The Secret Cognitive-Enhancing Powers of Menthol

Inhaled menthol could be an unexpected treatment for Alzheimer's Disease if preliminary research pans out. | Continue reading


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You Don't Need To Hug A Tree To Benefit From Nature — Looking at One Is Enough

It is becoming increasingly clear that spending time in nature can benefit our mental health and wellbeing. | Continue reading


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You Know A Lot Less About the Placenta Than You Think

The human placenta does a lot of work for the fetus; it is, effectively, the fetal lungs, kidneys, and digestive track. | Continue reading


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Nintendo Switch Just Quietly Released the Best Pokémon Knockoff of the Century

In 2016, Capcom decided to try something new with the Monster Hunter games. And that new thing was Pokémon. | Continue reading


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'The Acolyte's Most Controversial Star Wars Retcon Actually Happened 22 Years Ago

The Witches of Brendok, in rejecting both the Jedi and the Sith to go their own way, seem like a huge change to Star Wars canon. But they're just following in the footsteps of a little-known group of Force-users. | Continue reading


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30 Years Ago, Nintendo Released Its Most Inventive Platformer — And Changed Mario Forever

1994’s ‘Donkey Kong’ brought a brand new Mario to Game Boy. | Continue reading


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35 Years Ago, an Iconic Sci-Fi Franchise Expanded With a Misunderstood Masterpiece

Few blockbusters have had sequels so hated they put the franchise on ice for decades, and yet one of the most infamous examples is also one of the most unfairly maligned. | Continue reading


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Can You Really Build Up A Tolerance to Weed? Yes, And It Could Be A Good Thing

It's possible to build up a tolerance to marijuana, but cannabis tolerance isn't always a bad thing in a medicinal context. | Continue reading


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The Longest-Running Sci-Fi Show Just Retconned Its Oldest Mystery

On the penultimate episode of 'Doctor Who' Season 1 (2024), one of the original characters seems to return. But just who was Susan, the Doctor's granddaughter? And how does all of this work? | Continue reading


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Engineers Just Uncovered A Critical Discovery About Supercapacitors

Modern life relies on electricity and electrical devices, from cars and buses to phones and laptops, to the electrical systems in homes. | Continue reading


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Peacock Just Quietly Added the Best (and Bloodiest) Revenge Thriller of the Year

In 2024, one movie proved that the revenge thriller still has some juice. Here's why you need to watch 'Monkey Man' on Peacock. | Continue reading


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'House of the Dragon' Season 2 Release Date, Time, and Trailer for the 'Game of Thrones' Spinoff

It's time to go back to Westeros, where the Dance of Dragons has truly begun. | Continue reading


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Hands Down, the 60 Strangest, Most Genius Things With Near-Perfect Amazon Reviews

These clever picks are backed by near-perfect reviews on Amazon so you can rest easy knowing you’re firmly well-informed. | Continue reading


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This Bird Is Way Smarter Than Anyone Gives It Credit For

Studying pigeon navigation changed a scientist's mind about the bird's intellect. | Continue reading


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17 Hidden Features Coming to iOS 18 That Apple Forgot To Tell You About

Apple's iOS 18 is a major update filled with AI features from Apple Intelligence, but we uncovered changes to the iPhone's flashlight, Weather app, and Control Center that you should also have on your radar. | Continue reading


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Awesome Things for Your Backyard on Amazon That Are So Freaking So Cheap

Luckily for you, there are plenty of things you can do that bring the “awesome” to your backyard without spending a small fortune. | Continue reading


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Does Evolution Even Matter Anymore — Or Is Human Progress Just Too Fast for Biology?

The evolutionary mismatch perspective suggests that we should find ways to adjust our environment so that it aligns better with our evolved nature. | Continue reading


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Elephants Give Each Other Unique Names. It Gets Weirder

A new study found evidence that elephants have their own names that they use to address each other. This could help scientists better understand animal intelligence. | Continue reading


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The Gas From Cow Burps Could Be the Easiest Greenhouse Gas to Get Rid Of

Methane is a relatively short-lived greenhouse gas. Today’s methane will wash out in little more than a decade. | Continue reading


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An Astrophysicist Reveals A Hidden Problem We’ll Encounter If Humans Colonize the Moon

Astronomers have started thinking about the potential conflicts between expanding knowledge of the universe and commercial gain. | Continue reading


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Ancient Viruses Left Their DNA In Humans — And They Could Help Trigger These Common Diseases

Around 8% of human DNA is made up of genetic sequences acquired from ancient viruses. | Continue reading


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'Doctor Who' Just Brought Back Its Weirdest Time Travel Tech, 52 Years Later

In "The Legend of Ruby Sunday," there's a different kind of time travel that's not the usual 'Doctor Who' method. Here's how those time windows (mostly) work in the Whoniverse. | Continue reading


@inverse.com | 10 months ago

Steam Just Released a Demo for the Chillest Puzzle Game of the Year

'Preserve' is one of the most relaxing puzzle games on Steam with a Next Fest demo offering looks at its chill and challenging game modes. | Continue reading


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70 Years Ago, a Wild American Sci-Fi Thriller Beat Godzilla to the Punch

Months before 'Godzilla' changed science fiction forever, America's own monster movie offered a very different look at the horrors of nuclear weapons run rampant. | Continue reading


@inverse.com | 10 months ago

Why Do Dogs Have Whiskers? A Veterinarian Reveals the Forgotten Reason

A dog's whiskers aren't just there for show. Whiskers can detect touch and even convey emotion. | Continue reading


@inverse.com | 10 months ago

The Most Divisive Star Wars Show Ever Has One Major Problem

'The Acolyte' is almost halfway through its run, and precious little has happened. Now, after a dire Episode 3 dominated by a pointless flashback, Disney Plus' latest Star Wars show needs to course correct in a hurry. | Continue reading


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5 Years Later, Marvel's Darkest Spinoff is Still its Most Mature Show

"Gritty" means more than whether or not a goon bleeds when a guy in a cape punches them. Both Marvel and DC have forgotten that, but Marvel once took its biggest and best creative risks exploring smart, mature ideas. | Continue reading


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65 of the Cleverest, Most Genius Things Most Added to Amazon Wish Lists

The best part is, these wish lists picks are only a few clicks away from becoming a reality. | Continue reading


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49 Years Later, the Oldest Sci-Fi Show Just Brought Back A Daunting Forgotten Villain

It's time to head back to 1975. The penultimate episode of 'Doctor Who' Season 1 (2024) just brought back a deep-cut baddie from the Tom Baker era. | Continue reading


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8 Weird But Useful Tesla Model Y and Model 3 Accessories You Need to Know

Tesla makes plenty of typical accessories for its Model 3 and Model Y EVs, but there are lots of off-kilter options like fridges, gaming controllers, and trays that are worth considering. | Continue reading


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From Urine (Yes, Urine) to Helium: The Most Common and Bizarre Leaks During Space Travel

Leaks happen in space travel. When they’re caught before launch, teams assess whether to call off the flight. But once in space, that choice is taken away. | Continue reading


@inverse.com | 10 months ago

15 Years Ago, Apple’s App Store Changed Everything. Now It Needs a Reboot.

Whereas I used to get excited about a new app on my iPhone, I now often resent being asked to download an app when I know that the website will work just as well and cause fewer disruptions or take up less space on my phone. adactio.com/links/20385 | Continue reading


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NASA Announces Unidentified Aerial Phenomena Mysterious Sightings Research Team

Administrator Bill Nelson previously announced the agency would look into reports of strange aerial phenomena. Now, the agency has announced its team. | Continue reading


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Meditation changes how your brain's neurons move

Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) shows promise as a way to treat addiction, but also implies that meditating can be useful outside that context. | Continue reading


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Webb Telescope’s First Mars Image Reveals a Troubled Planet

The James Webb Space Telescope reveals a landscape of meteor impacts, massive eruptions, and flowing water. | Continue reading


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The oral history of Event Horizon

25 years later, seven key members of the production (including director Paul W.S. Anderson and writer Philip Eisner) reveal how 'Event Horizon' was born, died, and resurrected. | Continue reading


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A New Robotic Twist on the “Turing Test” Fools Human Subjects

This time it's more about body language. In a game of Simon Says, the human was fooled by a robotic companion a room over. | Continue reading


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YRs Ago a Stellar SCI-FI Show Saved a Broken Franchise and Changed TV History

The most successful reboot in science fiction history is easily 'Stargate: SG-1.' Here's how a great 1997 sci-fi show fixed a middling 1994 movie. | Continue reading


@inverse.com | 2 years ago

Human settlements on the Moon will depend on answering two fundamental questions

In this edition of HORIZONS, read about two experiments headed to the Moon that could solve for mysteries of the Moon's geology and how humans could withstand life on our satellite. | Continue reading


@inverse.com | 2 years ago

Xbox app for Samsung smart TVs proves the future of games is already here

Starting June 30, you won’t need a console to play Xbox games. But how does it play? Here's what we thought after taking the new Samsung smart TV app for a spin. | Continue reading


@inverse.com | 2 years ago

70-year-old astronomy photos may be clues to alien visitors – study

The plates, taken prior to the launch of Sputnik in the 1950s, show satellite-like objects near Earth. A new study delves into the potential reasons. | Continue reading


@inverse.com | 2 years ago

How the “Mother of Yoda” Conquered Hollywood – and Why She Disappeared

You might not recognize the name Wendy Froud (née Midener), but in the practical effects world, she’s a legend. Her work even earned her one of pop culture’s greatest monikers: the Mother of Yoda. | Continue reading


@inverse.com | 2 years ago

Why Apple’s Steve Wozniak’s paradoxical plan to solve space junk just might work

Privateer, co-founded by Steve Wozniak, aims to make space environmentalism its business. Can it’s controversial methods really clean up space junk? | Continue reading


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