New research led by Max-Planck Institute of Geoanthropology and University of Cambridge scientists suggests malaria did more than sicken ancient populations, it steered where early humans could live, fragmenting groups and influencing the genetic map of our species. Colucci et al. explored whether Plasmodium falciparum-induced malaria drove habitat choice inContinue Reading
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Harmony Video Production/Shutterstock Optimum, the long-running telecom brand, has been rated as the worst for cellular reception in the U.S. Originally known as CableVision from 1973 to 1996, Optimum provides TV, phone, and internet packages. However, in a recent survey from Consumer Reports, the company was found to provide theContinue Reading
Pakito/Shutterstock The landscape of modern games is full of uninspired sequels, season passes, and microtransactions. Is it any wonder why many people love to play retro titles? Well, that and nostalgia. While many retro enthusiasts would rather emulate games, some prefer a more authentic experience with a retro console. ConsolesContinue Reading
Alones Creative/Getty Images Rockets have been around longer than you probably think. The concept dates back to ancient Greece, though the first actual rockets were likely made in China around the 11th century. Just as these rockets were used as weapons, the basic concept of a long device that propelsContinue Reading
Kiklas/Shutterstock We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. The Raspberry Pi line of devices includes some of the coolest pieces of technology to come around in the last several years. These single-board computers are incredibly small but offer an impressive amount of power for their compact form factor.Continue Reading
The toilet on board Artemis 2’s Orion capsule, named “Integrity.” (Image credit: NASA/Canadian Space Agency) Artemis 2’s space toilet doesn’t deserve the bad press it’s gotten over the past two weeks, according to mission commander Reid Wiseman. Wiseman took some time to defend Artemis 2‘s lunar loo on Thursday (AprilContinue Reading
Shakespeare likely spent the majority of his later life in Stratford-upon-Avon. Credit: Deposit Photos Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. By the end of his career, William Shakespeare was a bona fide celebrity boasting multiple homes across England. Historical documentsContinue Reading
You can make a phone feel like new, without it actually being new. Image: Amanz/Unsplash Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. No matter how snappy your smartphone feels when you first buy it, it will inevitably slow down over time.Continue Reading
The gold ingots weren’t technically official U.S. currency. Credit: Witter Coin Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. A new gold rush is coming to California. For the third year, San Francisco’s Witter Coin will host a treasure hunt across theContinue Reading
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