The Unexpected Reason Airplane Windows Have Those Tiny Holes
If you've ever enjoyed the view from the window seat on a plane, you've doubtless noticed the tiny hole in the window. What's up with that anyway?
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Why TV Screens Don't Feel As Staticky As They Used To
If you grew up with a CRT TV, you probably remember the static charge of its screen; that's still there, but you probably can't feel it anymore.
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How The Most Popular Car Engine In History Actually Works
Few technologies are more thoroughly associated with American culture than the iconic V8 internal combustion engine, but what makes it unique?
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The Unsettling Truth Behind 'New Car Smell' Is Easily Explained By Science
There are few scents as satisfying as the smell of a new car fresh from the dealership, but what lies behind that distinct smell may surprise you.
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Stephen Hawking Had A Grim Warning About Artificial Intelligence
Stephen Hawking was one of the brightest minds of the 20th century, but his prediction about the impact of AI is unsettling and a bit frightening.
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Why Do Safety Pins Really Have Those Tiny Holes?
Safety pins are one of those everyday objects that most people don't give any thought to, for instance, what is the purpose of that little hole?
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The Concerning Truth About America's AI Data Centers
The modern AI craze is being built on a foundation of specialized data centers, but given their energy demands, there may be some hidden costs.
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You Never Knew Albert Einstein Invented This Genius Appliance
Albert Einstein's reputation was built around his theories on the nature of the universe, but many don't know that he also dabbled in technology.
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The World's Largest Nuclear Fusion Project Is A Step Closer To Recreating The Sun's Power Here On Earth
We've only known about nuclear fusion for around 100 years; now, one project in France is closer than ever to making fusion power it a reality.
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This Household Appliance Consumes Electricity At An Unexpected Rate
If you're like most households, you're trying to manage your electricity budget, and there's one appliance that's costing you more than might think.
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Airplane Oxygen Masks Don't Last As Long As You'd Think
The last thing anyone wants to see is the oxygen masks dropping during the middle of their flight, especially because they don't have much oxygen.
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What Does It Mean When Your Car's AC Smells Bad (And How Do You Fix It)?
It's normal to spend a lot of time in your car, so you don't want it to smell nasty when you turn on the AC, but if it does, how do you fix it?
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What You Don't Know About China's Tiangong Space Station
There could be a new space race as China boosts its presence in outer space, even fielding a state-of-the-art space station in low Earth orbit.
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What Does AC Stand For On A Calculator?
Although calculators aren't as ubiquitous as they once were, their digital descendants keep many of their features, including the cryptic AC button.
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How Data Recovery Software Works: The Science Behind Restoring Lost Files
We know how frustrating it can be to lose important computer files, but fortunately, there are ways to bring lost data back from the dead.
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How Long Would It Take To Get To The Moon With Different Transportation Methods?
Though humans haven't been to the moon in years, the possibility is always enticing. So if you were to pack a suitcase for a lunar trip, how long would it take?
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Here's When China Could Actually Have Flying Cars
Flying cars have been a vision of the future since the Wright brothers got off the ground, but that future appears to be just around the corner.
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Here's Why Lithium Is Such A Valuable And Expensive Metal
Lithium is at the center of a lot of current technologies, and as such, there's a considerable demand. But there are quite a few factors that go into its price.
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Ever Wonder What Those Shark Fins On Your Car Do?
Modern cars are loaded with technological innovation that can sometimes defy explanation, for instance, what's with the shark fins on cars today?
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Here's How Tunnel Boring Machines Work (And Why They're Sometimes Buried Underground)
Tunnel boring machines have been in operation for over 200 years and they operate on the same basic principles today as they did back then.
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Why TSA Changed The Body Scanners They Use And What They Now See
When the Transportation Security Administration introduced full-body scanners to U.S. airports, travelers were not happy with what they saw.
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What If AI Overtakes Humans?
The future of AI is still up for debate, and no one knows what kind of world it might create. But what might the world look like if AI completely took over?
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What You Should Know About Those Red And Yellow Dots On Your Tires
Those red and yellow colored dots on the sides of your new tires don't mean they're defective or on sale, they're much more important than that.
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Dumb Things Everyone Overlooks In Dune
"Dune" has long been a famous sci-fi franchise, and the movies have only made it more popular. Narratively, it's impressive, but how accurate is its science?
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11 Strangest Organisms You Can Only See With A Microscope
While there are plenty of weird animals in nature, some of the strangest organisms can only be seen under a microscope. Here are a few of them.
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What Does Lego Stand For?
Lego is one of the most recognizable toy brands in the world, but from an American perspective, the Danish-inspired name is a bit of a mystery.
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Here's When Mirrors Were Invented And How They Were Made Throughout History
In the modern day, mirrors are just about everywhere. But that wasn't always the case, and the mirror actually has a surprisingly long history.
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