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How the Pacific Northwest is preparing for a catastrophic tsunami
Scientists calculate that the Cascadia fault is overdue for a major quake and resulting tsunami. Find out how coastal communities are preparing for such a disaster.
Explorer Vasco da Gama’s Shipwreck Found
Vasco da Gama, a 16th century Portuguese explorer, was the first European to reach India by sea. In 1998 archaeologists first discovered a shipwreck that is believed to be from da Gama’s second voyage to India. Browse through the photos of treasures found on the wreck and when you’ve finished reading the article click on the link How Satellites Find Shipwrecks From Space.
How social media affects protest movements: It’s complicated
According to research by sociologist Zeynep Tufekci, the power of social media in protest movements is a double-edged sword.
How Andy Serkis is bringing holographic magic to Shakespeare’s The Tempest
The Royal Shakespeare Company will use sophisticated technology to re-tell The Tempest in an exciting new way in a late 2016 production.
The Many Ethical Implications of Emerging Technologies
Philosopher and scientist Nayef Al-Rodhan acknowledges ethical questions raised by emerging technologies, and he argues that we must welcome innovation while maintaining a commitment to human rights and inclusiveness.
Why Are Millennials Narcissistic? Blame Income Inequality
Researchers have found that the shift from blue-collar jobs to white-collar jobs has probably triggered a more individualistic society.
SETI Reborn: The New Search for Intelligent Life
Perhaps the most ambitious and far-flung quest humans have yet undertaken—the search for intelligent life elsewhere in the universe—recently received renewed support. It’s no science fiction tale.
Personal submarine brings ocean exploration to all
The oceans are still relatively unexplored, not to mention inaccessible to the majority of people. In this video you’ll see a glimpse of how it could be possible for us all to “fly” underwater.
‘Back to Bed’: The Creepy, Addictive Game About Sleepwalking
Imagine a dreamlike-world where things are not quite what they seem! The concept for the beautifully hand-drawn game “Back to Bed” was inspired by surrealist artists like Dali and M.C. Escher.
Too Consumed to Ingest the world around us?
What’s more important to you; actually enjoying the moment or taking a photo of the particular moment to show that you were enjoying it?
Invention of the Telegraph
Read about the successes and setbacks Samuel F. B. Morse encountered while inventing the telegraph.
Nature and technology: friends or enemies?
Journalist Molly Flatt argues that there are positive relationships between nature and technology and that people can use technology to connect to nature.
Experiment is Crowdfunding Science Projects; Just Don’t Ask Them to Find Bigfoot
As traditional funding for lifesaving research shrinks, a new, more social approach attempts to fill the gap.
Video Feature: Apps to Cope and Help in a Disaster
During a natural disaster, a smartphone with the FEMA app can be a vital tool. Watch the video and read what help you can find on this app before, during, or after a disaster.
What are the dangers of living on Mars?
Are you keen on taking the one-way trip to Mars in 2020 as part of the Mars One mission? What do you think the potential risks of such a feat might be?
How Wearable Tech Is Creeping into the Beauty Industry
Learn about some of the technology innovations in the world of cosmetics known as beauty wearables; technology to monitor the use of sunscreen, deodorant, and more!
Anne Frank’s diary is now free to download despite copyright dispute
On January 1, 70 years after her death, Anne Frank’s diary (in the Dutch language) was available free to download, read, and distribute.
How Living Off the Grid Works
People who choose to live “off the grid” often do so for environmental reasons. This article explains the steps to take to disconnect from public utiltites.
Trash-mapping expedition sheds light on “Great Pacific Garbage Patch”
A garbage dump twice the size of Texas? In the Pacific Ocean? Find out what scientists and volunteers have discovered and what they are saying about this human-caused disaster.