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  1. 1.Big boy Chunk returns ahead of Fat Bear Week 2026Popular Science Team · Last year's champion is back, busted jaw and all. The post Big boy Chunk returns ahead of Fat Bear Week 2026 appeared first on Popular Science .
  2. 2.68% of physicists don’t think the time started at the big bangAndrew Paul · A recent survey shows researchers remain divided on fundamental concepts. But that’s not a bad thing. The post 68% of physicists don’t think the time started at the big bang appeared first on Popular
  3. 3.It’s almost time to airdrop rabies vaccines againAndrew Paul · The USDA program uses fishmeal-coated bait bricks to lure raccoons and other animals. The post It’s almost time to airdrop rabies vaccines again appeared first on Popular Science .
  4. 4.World War II shell detonated on British CoastMargherita Bassi · 'These items can be so dangerous.' The post World War II shell detonated on British Coast appeared first on Popular Science .
  5. 5.First Diplodocus fossils found outside of United StatesMargherita Bassi · This huge guy was 83-feet long and a member of the longest land animals ever known. The post First Diplodocus fossils found outside of United States appeared first on Popular Science .
  6. 6.Yellowstone National Park retrieved 280 hats from hydrothermal vents this summerAndrew Paul · Other lost items include hair ties, dozens of lens caps, AirPods, and even an inhaler. The post Yellowstone National Park retrieved 280 hats from hydrothermal vents this summer appeared first on Popul
  7. 7.Backcountry’s fall hoodie sale has hundreds of sweatshirts and jackets at clearance pricesStan Horaczek · The deals include sweatshirts from The North Face, Columbia, Cotopaxi, GOREWEAR, and other high-end outdoor brands. You can even get a Dickie's hoodie for less than $20. The post Backcountry’s fall ho
  8. 8.Arborists use supersonic air to save 300-year-old tree that survived American RevolutionAndrew Paul · The ‘witness tree’ in Eutaw Springs, South Carolina, also endured a lightning strike. The post Arborists use supersonic air to save 300-year-old tree that survived American Revolution appeared first o
  9. 9.What makes ‘The Pitt’ so horrifyingly realistic? We asked the show’s makeup and prosthetic pros.Jordan Burchette · 'Depending on the procedure, it can vary between two and nine weeks to build.' The post What makes ‘The Pitt’ so horrifyingly realistic? We asked the show’s makeup and prosthetic pros. appeared first
  10. 10.Physicist proves famous ‘Star Trek’ combat strategy worksAndrew Paul · The ‘Picard Maneuver’ is technically more ingenious than the show depicted it. The post Physicist proves famous ‘Star Trek’ combat strategy works appeared first on Popular Science .
  11. 11.Katmai bear cubs tumble over waterfallPopular Science Team · Mama bear #224 splashed down to collect her cubs. The post Katmai bear cubs tumble over waterfall appeared first on Popular Science .
  12. 12.What happens when driverless cars break the law?Mack DeGeurin · In 2026, driverless cars like and human drivers exist in two different legal realities. The post What happens when driverless cars break the law? appeared first on Popular Science .
  13. 13.Rats make an ultrasonic sound when they eat chocolateMargherita Bassi · Animal sounds could be a window into their internal emotions, new research indicates. The post Rats make an ultrasonic sound when they eat chocolate appeared first on Popular Science .
  14. 14.The best refurbished gadgets to buy (and where to find them)David Nield · Save a substantial amount of money on nearly-new tech. The post The best refurbished gadgets to buy (and where to find them) appeared first on Popular Science .
  15. 15.500 snails mailed to Tahiti to reclaim their natural habitatMargherita Bassi · The literal snail mail is all to help save extinct-in-the-wild ‘Partula’ snails. The post 500 snails mailed to Tahiti to reclaim their natural habitat appeared first on Popular Science .
  16. 16.Why do dogs’ legs shake during pets? It’s not because they like it.Jennifer Byrne · That twitchy leg is a signal from your dog's nervous system. The post Why do dogs’ legs shake during pets? It’s not because they like it. appeared first on Popular Science .
  17. 17.3 myths about the weatherJustin Pot · Lighting hits the same place twice constantly. The post 3 myths about the weather appeared first on Popular Science .
  18. 18.How to find the best new tech on crowdfunding websitesDavid Nield · Find weird and wonderful gadgets first, and get discounts on retail prices. The post How to find the best new tech on crowdfunding websites appeared first on Popular Science .
  19. 19.Single California condor mother gets help raising her chickMargherita Bassi · After coming back from the brink of extinction in the 1980s, the birds are still considered critically endangered. The post Single California condor mother gets help raising her chick appeared first o
  20. 20.16 splashy and spectacular images from the 2026 Ocean Photographer of the Year awardsPopular Science Team · From a pod of dolphins riding a wave to a seahorse the size of a grain of rice. The post 16 splashy and spectacular images from the 2026 Ocean Photographer of the Year awards appeared first on Popular
  21. 21.Yosemite National Park highlights Indigenous arrowhead craftingAndrew Paul · Called knapping, the skilled process dates back thousands of years. The post Yosemite National Park highlights Indigenous arrowhead crafting appeared first on Popular Science .
  22. 22.Tiny crabs discovered hitching rides on sea snakesAndrew Paul · It wasn't the wisest move, unfortunately. The post Tiny crabs discovered hitching rides on sea snakes appeared first on Popular Science .
  23. 23.Dog poop not picked up? Blame people staring at their phones.Mack DeGeurin · Most dog owners really are diligent, but smartphones are distracting. The post Dog poop not picked up? Blame people staring at their phones. appeared first on Popular Science .
  24. 24.How to craft pocket notebooks for penniesAndrew Paul · This easy workaround will keep your wallet happy and thoughts flowing. The post How to craft pocket notebooks for pennies appeared first on Popular Science .
  25. 25.The cubs from Katmai’s ‘Brady Bunch’ blended family are all grown upLaura Baisas · Bear #609 (Bean) and Bear #620 were raised together when one mother bear adopted her sister’s cub. The post The cubs from Katmai’s ‘Brady Bunch’ blended family are all grown up appeared first on Popul
  26. 26.Apple sealed the iPod shut, and hackers have been prying it open ever sinceStan Horaczek · From a $400 tube-amp dock to a 10-minute Bluetooth mod, the iPod has always begged to be cracked open. The post Apple sealed the iPod shut, and hackers have been prying it open ever since appeared fir
  27. 27.In 1959, the first nuclear-powered merchant ship set sail before the world was readyBill Gourgey · The NS 'Savannah' even offered a view into the reactor powering the state-of-the-art ship. The post In 1959, the first nuclear-powered merchant ship set sail before the world was ready appeared first
  28. 28.‘Squid butt’ fossil belongs to one of the ‘chunkiest’ cephalopods ever discoveredAndrew Paul · The newly described Jurassic cephalopod likely dined on its fellow invertebrates. The post ‘Squid butt’ fossil belongs to one of the ‘chunkiest’ cephalopods ever discovered appeared first on Popular S
  29. 29.Humans experimented with mind-altering drugs 25,000 years agoAndrew Paul · Betel nut use among hunter-gatherers may turn back the clock. The post Humans experimented with mind-altering drugs 25,000 years ago appeared first on Popular Science .
  30. 30.Fat Bear Week kicks off September 22Laura Baisas · May your favorite chunky brown bear reign supreme. The post Fat Bear Week kicks off September 22 appeared first on Popular Science .
  31. 31.Mars astronauts could live in houses 3D-printed from freeze-dried yeastAndrew Paul · A new method concocts concrete-strength material from sand and gelatin. The post Mars astronauts could live in houses 3D-printed from freeze-dried yeast appeared first on Popular Science .
  32. 32.Snake that hunts with fake spider on its tail shocks scientistsLaura Baisas · The scientists examining the spider-tailed horned viper's bones were in for a surprise. The post Snake that hunts with fake spider on its tail shocks scientists appeared first on Popular Science .
  33. 33.Max Brooks reflects on 20 years of ‘World War Z’Andrew Paul · The author and professional threat analyst discusses the novel's eerie COVID-19 parallels, science literacy, and more. The post Max Brooks reflects on 20 years of ‘World War Z’ appeared first on Popul
  34. 34.You might be eating too much proteinJennifer Byrne · Proteinmaxxing isn't always healthier, especially as we age. The post You might be eating too much protein appeared first on Popular Science .
  35. 35.Everything Apple just announced at its fall 2026 event: The folding iPhone Duo, iPhone 18, Apple Watch Series 12, and new AirPodsStan Horaczek · The first folding iPhone is here and it comes alongside a new Pro-series iPhone, Apple Watches, AirPods, and more. The post Everything Apple just announced at its fall 2026 event: The folding iPhone D
  36. 36.NASA’s Swift Observatory resumed science observations, at least for nowSara Hashemi · The satellite will be falling back to Earth within the next two months. The post NASA’s Swift Observatory resumed science observations, at least for now appeared first on Popular Science .
  37. 37.Smart elephants can look before they leapMargherita Bassi · In humans, inhibitory control is important for problem solving. It may be for elephants, too. The post Smart elephants can look before they leap appeared first on Popular Science .
  38. 38.Paleontologists discover first adult ‘T. rex’ footpathAndrew Paul · The Cretaceous dinosaur moseyed with a 13-foot-stride. The post Paleontologists discover first adult ‘T. rex’ footpath appeared first on Popular Science .
  39. 39.‘Birds Supporting Birds’ connects the Philadelphia Eagles with migrating seabirdsLaura Baisas · Football fans and avian enthusiasts can follow four great shearwaters named Phil, Franklin, Hoagie, and Liberty. The post ‘Birds Supporting Birds’ connects the Philadelphia Eagles with migrating seabi
  40. 40.Classic sitcom ‘Friends’ helps grad student endure 104 brain scansMack DeGeurin · ‘All times [are] a good time to watch ‘Friends,’ right?’ The post Classic sitcom ‘Friends’ helps grad student endure 104 brain scans appeared first on Popular Science .
  41. 41.Yes, scientists really built a “tickle robot.” Here’s why.Popular Science Team · Plus other weird things we learned this week. The post Yes, scientists really built a “tickle robot.” Here’s why. appeared first on Popular Science .
  42. 42.The Marantz MCR 60n streaming amplifier invites you to experience more, sacrifice space lessTony Ware · What’s better than an all-in-one? A small-in-one. And the Marantz MCR 60n delivers just that with comprehensive playback paths in a compact footprint. The post The Marantz MCR 60n streaming amplifier
  43. 43.New data flips the narrative on how lions and hyenas interact in the wildMargherita Bassi · GPS collars reveal more about the power struggle between these two iconic carnivores. The post New data flips the narrative on how lions and hyenas interact in the wild appeared first on Popular Scien
  44. 44.National Park Service’s WWII series highlights Washington State nature reserveAndrew Paul · Olympic National Park had strategic 13 Aircraft Warning Service stations. The post National Park Service’s WWII series highlights Washington State nature reserve appeared first on Popular Science .
  45. 45.Cannibalism returned to the menu multiple times in Neolithic EuropeAndrew Paul · Bones collected from three caves in Spain reveal how cannibalism came back over thousands of years. The post Cannibalism returned to the menu multiple times in Neolithic Europe appeared first on Popul
  46. 46.The best gadgets and gear that debuted at IFA 2026Tony Ware · Why wait for the future of technology to arrive when you can see it here and now? These are the highlights from Europe's biggest tech show. The post The best gadgets and gear that debuted at IFA 2026
  47. 47.Why September 9 is the most common birthdayLaura Baisas · Holiday cheer can lead to a baby boom nine months later. The post Why September 9 is the most common birthday appeared first on Popular Science .
  48. 48.How the lowly egg could help protect future spacecraftAndrew Paul · Bioinspired designs could be sturdy astronaut allies. The post How the lowly egg could help protect future spacecraft appeared first on Popular Science .
  49. 49.The British author who harvested mutant, jumbo peanuts from her atomic gardenAnna Goldfield · Muriel Howorth founded the Atomic Gardening Association in 1959, recruiting hundreds of members. The post The British author who harvested mutant, jumbo peanuts from her atomic garden appeared first o
  50. 50.Backwards-walking fish caught on video in the South China SeaSara Hashemi · ‘Scalicus engyceros’ was out on a strange, sandy stroll. The post Backwards-walking fish caught on video in the South China Sea appeared first on Popular Science .
  51. 51.How ‘cornflakes’ can help decode ancient writingMargherita Bassi · The breakfast cereal could never. The post How ‘cornflakes’ can help decode ancient writing appeared first on Popular Science .
  52. 52.Social media loves Sony’s WH-1000XM4 headphones. Now you can love the sequel for less.Tony Ware · The 2nd gen. WH-1000XM4C is one of three updated models—alongside the WH-CH730N and WH-CH530—that increase the features without increasing the price. The 1000XM4C even manages to cost $50 less. The po
  53. 53.Nearly 500 animals rescued from trafficking arrive at a California aquariumMargherita Bassi · Since 2024, the Aquarium of the Pacific has cared for over 3,600 rescued trafficked animals. The post Nearly 500 animals rescued from trafficking arrive at a California aquarium appeared first on Popu
  54. 54.There’s still time to grab a high-end Gozney pizza oven for up to $500 off during this Labor Day saleStan Horaczek · These high-end pizza ovens can cook a pie in less than two minutes. They'll pay for themselves by saving you money on takeout, especially with these discounts. The post There’s still time to grab a hi
  55. 55.How gross is biting your fingernails?Justin Pot · Between 20 to 30 percent of American adults bite their nails. But you should probably stop to avoid bad bacteria and damaging your body. The post How gross is biting your fingernails? appeared first o
  56. 56.Australia’s humpback whales were acting weird. What happened next surprised scientists.Margherita Bassi · A citizen science project uncovers a new humpback whale calving ground around the Great Barrier Reef. The post Australia’s humpback whales were acting weird. What happened next surprised scientists. a
  57. 57.When’s the best time to drink coffee?Sara Hashemi · It's not one cup fits all. The post When’s the best time to drink coffee? appeared first on Popular Science .