Turtle Shells: More Than Meets the Eye
Turtle shells evolved over time from earlier precursor structures.
That Time a Self-Driving Car Stared Down a Cyclist
A cyclist in Austin, Texas had an awkward encounter with a Google self-driving car when he approached a 4-way stop at the same time as the vehicle.
Hand to Ankle: A New Grafting Technique Offers Hope
The surgical reattachment or grafting of limbs has a short history because of its difficulty.
Will Spicy Foods Preserve You?
Spicy foods may prolong life; they certainly act as food preservatives.
Is the Pacific Northwest Due For a Big Earthquake?
The Pacific Northwest may be due for a big earthquake, and there is historical evidence to suggest it may be huge.
Jacques Cousteau on Man’s Divorce From Nature
Jacques Cousteau's 1992 speech at the United Nations warning the consequences of "man's divorce from nature" seems more prescient than ever.
Why Urban Crabs Are More Aggressive
Urban crabs are more aggressive than their rural counterparts because of heavy metal contamination.
Who’s Afraid of Killer Robots?
Two recent DARPA projects have sparked fears about killer robots, machines that can decide whether to engage a target without human oversight.