When waters rise, these flood-proof houses rise right with them

With rising oceans and stronger storms, flooding is only going to increase in the coming years. Could these flood-proof houses be the short-term solution?

Smart Home News         September 9, 2017

Weird junk-seeking spacecrafts could soon ‘bag up’ our space debris

There are thousands of pieces of space debris orbiting our planet. NASA wants to capture these materials with a fleet of pliable spacecraft.

News         September 5, 2017

NASA has a crazy plan to prevent the Yellowstone supervolcano from exploding

The Yellowstone supervolcano could change life on our planet for centuries. Fortunately, NASA has a plan to prevent such a catastrophe.

News         August 29, 2017

Are you ready to rumble? How to watch the Mayweather-McGregor fight online

We're just hours away from one of the most polarizing boxing matches of all time. Here's how to watch the Mayweather-McGregor fight online.

Streaming Guides         August 25, 2017

SpaceX’s slim new spacesuits look straight out of sci-fi

We've known about Elon Musk's plan to send humans to Mars for quite some time. He unveiled the SpaceX spacesuit for such a mission.

News         August 24, 2017

Cosmonauts launch 3D-printed satellite from the International Space Station

NASA has been tinkering with 3D printed tools to minimize launch costs. This new 3D printed satellite may change the future of exploration.

News         August 23, 2017

Everything you need to know about Waymo’s self-driving car project

Waymo, an autonomous vehicle pioneering firm, has been making plenty of headlines lately. Here's everything you need to know about it.

Car Guides         August 22, 2017

Australia will build a solar power plant to meet the government’s energy needs

More countries are diversifying their power needs with clean initiatives. Australia is building a massive solar power to fuel its government.

News         August 14, 2017

The world’s largest floating solar power plant just went online in China

China's massive, floating solar power plant is the latest in a series of moves geared toward making the nation less reliant on fossil fuels.

News         August 3, 2017

U.S. Navy wants to deploy CICADA drones to better understand storm systems

Drones are being deployed for many practical uses around the globe. The Navy may use these glider drones for hurricane research.

News         July 29, 2017

China deploys a fleet of sophisticated submarine drones in the South China Sea

China has been testing underwater military drones for years. Its latest fleet of sea drones are the most sophisticated models to date.

News         July 28, 2017

A decade later, the U.S. Navy railgun is even bigger and badder

The US Navy railgun program has hit many snags over years. However, the latest iteration is more durable and powerful.

News         July 27, 2017

Ingenious pipeline could be a much-needed lifeline for dying coral reefs

Coral reefs are highly susceptible to temperature fluctuations. This system could pump cool water to colonies at risk due to climate change.

News         July 25, 2017

Billionaire space prospectors are racing to mine the moon, and that’s a good thing

Mining the moon might sound like a crazy idea, but there’s a handful of companies closer to launch than you might think

Features         July 24, 2017

10 crazy Street View images that will make you question reality

Google Street View platform has been mapping areas around the globe for more than a decade. Here are 10 funny things on Google Street View.

News         July 21, 2017

India is building solar powered commuter trains to cut down on carbon emissions

This train will use rooftop solar panels rather than traditional diesel engines to reduce fossil fuel reliance and cut CO2 emissions.

News         July 19, 2017

The buzzbox beehive monitor is like a Fitbit for honeybees

The BuzzBox monitors beehive activity and sends these metrics to beekeepers. Could this system curtail colony collapse at the local level?

News         July 13, 2017

Can an AI running coach really get you off the couch? Somehow, yes

We review the LifeBeam Vi, an AI running coach that gets you up off the couch and pushes you further during your workout.

Audio / Video         July 10, 2017

Nuking the moon, and 5 more insane space missions that never happened

Scientists have proposed some rather bizarre missions to better understand our cosmos. Here are 6 of the weirdest space missions in history.

News         July 7, 2017

Turn your grass into blades of glory with these summer lawn care tips and tricks

Maintaining a healthy lawn can be difficult during the warmer months. With this in mind, here are some of our favorite summer lawn care tips.

Smart Home Guides         July 6, 2017

Pixel party like it’s 1999 with the best screen savers from last millennium

In the early days of the internet and home computing, there were few screensaver options. Here are the best screensavers from the '90s.

Best Ofs         July 1, 2017

Seed-bombing drone startup aims to plant one billion trees per year

Deforestation is a major contributor to climate change. This company is looking to reverse this trend with a fleet of seed launching drones.

News         June 27, 2017

Airless, 3D-printed concept tires can’t go flat, never need replacement

Traditional tires must be replaced every few years. Michelin's new 3D printed tires will regenerate new tread but when will it be released?

News         June 23, 2017

The machines ham it up again: We found the best robots at CES 2017

It's seems like every year at CES, the robots always seems to steal the show. This year is no different. Here are five of the coolest robots from CES 2017.

Products         June 20, 2017

These 7 quake-resistant buildings are designed to withstand the next big shockwave

In areas with frequent seismic activity, earthquake-resistance is a major engineering consideration. Here are 7 earthquake-resistant designs.

News         June 15, 2017

As climate change warms the world, Norway's doomsday seed vault needs a major redesign

The so-called doomsday vault in Norway has flooded as a result of melting permafrost. The facility is now set for an extensive redesign.

News         June 14, 2017

Forget ambulances — Sweden is testing defibrillator-equipped first responder drones

Researchers in Sweden are using a drone equipped with a defibrillator to increase survival rates after a cardiac arrest in rural areas.

News         June 13, 2017

Tallest all-wood building in the U.S. approved for construction

Wood is becoming an attractive option for developers. A firm in Oregon is set to build the tallest all-wood building in the United States.

News         June 7, 2017

Here are 6 jumbo jets that look tiny next to Paul Allen’s Stratolaunch plane

Stratolaunch Systems has unveiled the world's largest aircraft. How does the aircraft measure up to some of the most massive planes on earth?

News         June 2, 2017

Startup’s solar roof is cheaper, more efficient, and easier to install than Tesla’s solar tiles

Tesla unveiled its economic solar roof last year. However, a startup has announced plans for a cheaper solar roof that is easier to install.

News         June 1, 2017

An army of these odd-looking robotic 'turtles' might help rid the world of landmines

Researchers are developing a fleet of robotic turtles that could one day be used to detect landmines in the field.

News         May 27, 2017

The 5 most epic real-life battles between man and machine

It was only a matter of time before AI caught up with our intellectual capacity. Here are some of our favorite moments, from Watson to EARL.

Best Ofs         May 26, 2017

Chinese company will train U.S. coal miners for a future in clean wind energy

This Chinese wind-turbine company hopes to retool a workforce of unemployed coal miners in Wyoming.

News         May 26, 2017

Fail like you mean it: Here are the 10 worst Pinterest disasters on the internet

Pinterest is a great place to find DIY projects, though, some of these are easier than others. Here are 10 of our favorite Pinterest fails.

News         May 17, 2017