Singapore's Nanyang Technological University mass-produces cyborg cockroaches by implanting electronic backpacks into their carapaces. They can "assemble" one in 68 seconds—much faster than manually inserting the gear. The research is to be published as Cyborg Insect Factory: Aut … | Continue reading
Researchers have identified genes linked to tooth size and shape, including one likely inherited from our long-lost cousins. | Continue reading
"This work addresses one of the critical barriers to widespread adoption of perovskite solar cells." Scientists develop record-breaking tech that could slash the cost of solar power: 'We've significantly advanced the durability' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
I get that the new console generation is expensive, but this feels excessive. At a recent home game, the Charlotte Hornets hosted a "special segment" in which a few children selected from the audience received various goodies including a signed jersey and a PS5, presumably becaus … | Continue reading
Known for its uncanny resemblance to the TV character Shaun the Sheep, this adorable sea slug munches on algae to steal its ability to photosynthesize and become solar-powered. | Continue reading
Researchers studied the impact of sport fishing on giant trevally, revealing that catch-and-release practices, while preserving fish in the short term, can alter fish behavior and movement over time. Their findings suggest that sustainable fishing policies are needed to manage th … | Continue reading
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Positive buoyancy syndrome, also known as Bubble Butt, is a serious condition affecting sea turtles. Sea turtles are unfortunately often struck by boats, causing their shells to be deformed. Air bubbles can form in the deformed shell, throwing off their natural buoyancy and makin … | Continue reading
This is an exquisitely detailed and righteously determined look about the how and why of Digital Government. Richard Pope was there at the beginning of GOV.UK and helped steer it to the magnificent beast it is today. He reflects, clear eyed, on the various successes and failures … | Continue reading
iFixit's teardown videos show the inside of your tech, breaking it down to determine how to repair it. However, not all tech survives the teardown process, like this unfortunate Furby. CLICK HERE TO GET BOING BOING AD-FREE For its final teardown of 2024, iFixit takes a look insid … | Continue reading
Paintings based on Endymion, The Eve of St. Agnes, and La Belle Dame Sans Merci, mainly from the Pre-Raphaelites. | Continue reading
The batteries address grid strain during peak evening hours, when the sun goes down but energy demand increases. Startup harnesses cutting-edge technology to power the nation with old electric car batteries: 'We can operate batteries that others can't' first appeared on The Cool … | Continue reading
For Letterboxd, Dan Mecca picked some underrated movies from the year 1999 aka “the best movie year ever”: 1999 is often referred to as the single greatest movie year of all time. It’s such a common refrain, in fact, that author Brian Raftery wrote a whole book about it. Along wi … | Continue reading
Boat collision left Charlotte stranded at the surface and in danger of predation. | Continue reading
New research has found that a chemical abundant in fruits, vegetables and plant products can suppress the immune response seen in food allergies. It paves the way to developing a natural treatment for this globally increasing problem. Continue Reading Category: Wellness & Healthy … | Continue reading
Rejoice, dear readers, because I've found the absolutely best animal ASMR on the entire internet! The search is over, as nothing can top tree kangaroos crunching on raw vegetables. The tree kangaroos in question—Paia, Keweng, LaRoo, and Morobe—live at the Rhode Island Zoological … | Continue reading
The consensus was that Roundup could indeed be the culprit. Frustrated homeowner shares struggles after trying to rid yard of weeds: 'Did I screw up?' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Scientists say a phenomenon called "skin conductance," which changes when you sweat, is a surprisingly accurate method for detecting emotions — with future robots that detect this able to tell your emotions. | Continue reading
Florida's non-native green iguanas become paralyzed and drop from trees when temperatures dip. Climate change could bring this problem to new areas. | Continue reading
New observations show that planets forming in protoplanetary disks like that around PDS 70 can trigger the formation of subsequent planets. This finding, based on high-resolution images from ALMA, supports the domino effect in the sequential formation of planetary systems. Discov … | Continue reading
It’s that time of the year when everything grinds to a halt. That means there’s […] | Continue reading
Hugely promising cancer drug dostarlimab is one step closer to being widely available, after the Food and Drug Administration granted it Breakthrough Therapy Designation status that, if successful, will expedite its path to market. Continue Reading Category: Cancer, Illnesses and … | Continue reading
Researchers found a fossilized seascape while studying the impact of a volcanic eruption. | Continue reading
Mayor Eric Adams, David Sedaris, Bill Maher, Amy Chua, and more on what they learned in 2024. | Continue reading
I set out on my morning run in 5° temperatures, which Apple’s weather app assured me felt like 1°, and you will hear no argument from me on this point. I got about three-quarters of a mile in, when I noticed that the atmosphere around me was no longer simply cold, but had become … | Continue reading
The space agency is looking to maintain human presence in the microgravity environment as it transitions to commercial stations. | Continue reading
"We really got away with something." Mike McMahan opens up about the end of 'Star Trek: Lower Decks.' | Continue reading
Well before gaining statehood in 1796, carpenters, cabinetmakers and chairmakers were leaving Eastern Seaboard states to settle in Tennessee. They crossed the mountains using The Great Road (also known as The Great Wagon Road). They advertised their services in local newspapers a … | Continue reading
"That is such an interesting piece of history." Shopper intrigued after uncovering items hidden in antique book purchased from thrift store: 'Love when they come with extra surprises' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Bitter cold this solstice morning, with the half moon moving in and out of clouds—the trees with their shadows, and then just shadow. | Continue reading
The technology could one day allow people with terminal illnesses to go into "hibernation" until a cure is found. | Continue reading
Slow-wave sleep plays a crucial role in strengthening memory by enhancing synaptic connections in the brain, with new findings suggesting potential methods for boosting memory through targeted stimulation. For nearly two decades, scientists have known that slow, synchronized elec … | Continue reading
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The world we live in might be unrecognizable if Alexander the Great had been defeated by the Persians. | Continue reading
From a humble first game with peach baskets and a soccer ball on this day in 1891, basketball evolved quickly into one of the world's most popular sports | Continue reading
One of the sensors could generate a map of the plastics being assessed and locate a few specific types of plastic. Scientists develop revolutionary image sensors that could be key to solving major recycling problem — here's how they work first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
Misinformation is all over the internet and spreads quickly. Internet user seeks the truth after aunt shares worrisome post filled with misinformation about energy source: 'It's nonsense' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
My niece and I decided to challenge each other to a “Blind Date with a Book.” The idea was simple: she would choose a book from my favourite category, True Crime, while I would pick a Romance novel for her. This was no easy task for me, as I am not a big fan […] The post Blind Da … | Continue reading
Lousy tools are dangerous. They endanger our safety (physical or emotional) and undermine our work. Lousy tools are pretty easy to avoid, because they reveal themselves whenever we use them. Great tools are magical. They multiply our effort, amplify the quality of our work and de … | Continue reading
Mirror life, a concept involving synthetic organisms with reversed molecular structures, carries significant risks despite its potential for medical advancements. Experts warn that mirror bacteria could escape natural biological controls, potentially evolving to exploit resources … | Continue reading
In what seems like a remarkably obvious move, ESA is working with the Portuguese Space Agency and the Portuguese Navy to use life aboard a naval submarine to learn more about the effects of isolation during long-term space missions. Continue Reading Category: Space, Science Tags: … | Continue reading
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I’ll be taking the next couple of weeks off for the Christmas holidays. Look for these to resume in January. “Can a Phone-Free Learning Environment Work? This College President Emphatically Says Yes.” Charlie Camosy talks with Wyoming Catholic College president Kyle Washut about … | Continue reading
"These people need to ... be fined 1k every time they do this." Dashcam footage captures disgusting scene as ignorant driver infuriates other travelers: 'Absolutely rage-inducing' first appeared on The Cool Down. | Continue reading
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Here are this weekend’s Mac riddles to entertain you through family time, shopping and recreation. 1: Comfort for […] | Continue reading
It’s official, my blog is now older than some people attending university today! And driving! And drinking outside the US! Have I mentioned I’m in my late thirties and feeling old? I went for an eye checkup today, and the word bifocals was mentioned for the first time. NO SIR, I … | Continue reading