Podcast: Chat GPT for cooks, stop keylogger spies and more
Plus, Kia and Hyundai’s important update to stop car theft. How mail trucks are mapping cell networks all over the nation. And rent your extra space out for some extra cash.
The thick and tangy history of ketchup
Have you ever thought about the history of ketchup? This tangy, sweet, slightly spicy condiment can add zest to any meal. But how did it become so widely loved, and how long has it been around?
How monsoons help clean up the air
Monsoons are intense storms that can cause flooding and bring strong winds and heavy rain in the southern U.S. However, they also clean the atmosphere by removing harmful particles and cooling the temperature. Have you experienced the benefits of monsoons on the air you breathe?
Is there an element lighter than hydrogen?
Scientists recently discovered an even lighter element than hydrogen, and it could revolutionize chemistry. This new finding challenges the previous belief hydrogen is the simplest element with just one proton and electron. So what does this mean for the scientific community as a whole?
The science of love
Love is a complex and intricate emotion. We all yearn for love, but the pain can be overwhelming when it’s lost. While it’s true that it originates in the chemistry of our brains, can science honestly explain love? Does it involve more than just chemical reactions?
Can you freeze your body and come back to life?
James Bedford was the first person cryogenically frozen after his death, way back in 1967. His hope was that someday advanced technology would enable him to be thawed and brought back to life. Was his optimism well founded? Will we ever achieve the capability to revive cryogenically frozen individuals?
Why we're losing so many satellites
A ton of new satellites were launched into orbit in 2022. Unfortunately, many of them were damaged by things outside of our control. Now scientists are left wondering, how do we protect satellites from harm and what’s responsible for the damage in the first place?
The surprisingly old tech airlines use
Recent winter storms caused chaos for airlines and passengers, with thousands of canceled flights and stranded travelers. Outdated IT systems were the real issue — not the weather. Why are airlines relying on such old systems?
Things that were discovered by accident
The path of science is often a slow one, taking years of research and effort to bring ideas to life. Every once in a while, luck strikes and something new is suddenly born. And you won’t believe it, but some of the most important inventions in history were actually discovered by mistake.
A day in the life of a stealth bomber pilot
You’ve probably heard of the U.S. fleet of stealth bombers and their reputation as some of the most feared airplanes in the sky. As tools of destruction, they’ve been striking fear into our enemies for years. Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a pilot of one of these beasts? It takes a lot more than just guts.