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‘PBS Space Time’ Explains the Term ‘Habitable Exoplanet’ to Debunk Confusion About Recent Media Coverage
In the latest episode of PBS Space Time host Gabe Perez-Giz explains the term “habitable exoplanet” to debunk some confusion about recent media coverage. The main…
A Collection of Cameos by Famed Director Alfred Hitchcock in His Own Films
After some serious searching and editing, Will Erickson put together “Every Hitchcock Cameo Ever,” a collection of Alfred Hitchcock cameos in a whopping 37 different…
Bocusini, A 3D Printer for Food Like Marzipan, Melted Chocolate, and Mashed Potatoes
Bocusini is a 3D printer that uses traditional 3D-printing processes–placing small amounts of heated material layer after layer–to 3D print food like marzipan, melted chocolate,…
Tiny Bird Takes a Luxurious Bath in Her Human’s Hands
A tiny well-loved European goldfinch was given a luxurious bath in the hands of her tattooed human who gently provided a safe place for the…
A Simulated Interactive Music Video for the Song ‘Golden Touch’ by Japanese Singer Namie Amuro
The video for "Golden Touch" by Namie Amuro creates an illusion that the viewer is participating when holding a finger to the screen.
How and Why Ice Spikes Form on the Top of Ice Cubes
Veritasium host Derek Muller examines how and why ice spikes form on the top of ice cubes. Though the full reason is a bit more…
HUSKK Quickdraw iPhone Wallet Case
The HUSKK is a combination iPhone 6 case and wallet that lets users conveniently store cards and cash in the case of their phone rather…
Red, Gold, and Blue ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’ Novelty Neckties
ThinkGeek has released a series of officially licensed red (command and helm), gold (engineering and security), and blue (science and medical) novelty neckties based on…
Cosmetics Company L’Oreal Plans to 3D Print Human Skin for Product Testing
The cosmetics company L’Oreal has partnered with biotechnology company Organovo for a plan to 3D print human skin for product testing. L’Oreal has already been…
‘Breakfast Samba’, A Tasty Song by Musician Andrew Huang Made From Sounds Heard While He Prepares Breakfast
Talented musician Andrew Huang (previously) created “Breakfast Samba,” a tasty original song made from sounds heard while he is preparing a delicious breakfast. An extended…