The bizarre physics of electric guitars

Electric guitars changed the game when it came to music. From Jimi Hendrix to Eddie Van Halen, they have all used the instrument to make incredible tunes. But the science behind guitars is much more complicated than you think.

Are scammers using infidelity to manipulate you?

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“Your spouse is cheating on you.” That’s the shocking line behind a new sextortion scam. The message includes a link claiming to offer “proof,” but it’s a trap to get you to click. Plus, Gen Z is moving away from Google, and strange science wins big at the Ig Nobel awards.

🪑 Fidgeting at your desk? Science says that’s your body’s way of telling you to get off your butt. Even if you feel comfortable, sitting too long can cause pain and mess with your concentration. Every 30 minutes, stand up and stretch, or at least switch your seating positions. You’ll boost your blood flow, lower stress and even keep your brain sharp. And no more cankles!

The beautiful science of Iridescence

If you have ever seen a hummingbird, you may have noticed the bright colors on its stomach or how it appears to change shades in the light. This is called Iridescence, and many animals have it. The change of color comes from how light is reflected off their bodies. But why do animals have this ability, and what makes it an evolutionary benefit?

🤖 It’s alive: OpenAI’s new o3 model can “think,” aka reason and check facts on its own. That’s a giant step toward artificial general intelligence (AGI), where bots can do tasks they were never specifically trained for. Rest easy, o3 is a total ace at math and science, but it’s not quite ready to take over the world.

The biggest heist in history

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What’s the backbone of chatbots like Gemini or ChatGPT? It’s the art, science, and hard work of real humans — humans who may never get credit or compensation.

This mom goes screen-free

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Most kids are glued to the computer. But Stacy Liberatore, Deputy Science and Technology Editor at DailyMail.com, takes a different approach — she says no to screens for her daughter. Plus, updates on ChatGPT-4o, Gmail AI features, and fast food freebies. 

Scariest movies this Halloween, backed by science

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Want a good fright? I list some great horror flicks that’ll get your heart racing. Plus, I answer one of your tech inquiries in a Q&A segment!

April 29th, 2023

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AI spam flooding the web, 60-sec cybersecurity checks. Plus, ChatGPT generated cliches about every state. What’d it say about it? Listen to my chat with a voiceover artist fighting to keep her job as AI grows. Science reveals when aliens could come to Earth, why we’re addicted to selfies and a smart ring that lets you feel your partner’s heartbeat no matter where they are.

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?

The future of particle accelerators

Particle accelerators have been in the news a lot in the last few years. The most famous one is the Large Hadron Collider at CERN. In this video, take a science deep dive into how particle accelerators will advance in the coming years and how that will play a role in the larger world of science.

Why do we find things cute?

Why do we find certain animals and other things adorable? There’s a complex science behind cuteness and how it affects our behavior and emotion. From baby animals to round, chubby faces, uncovering the evolutionary and psychological reasons why we find certain things cute is astounding.

The strongest magnets ever made by humans

Magnets can lift heavy objects and create strong electrical fields. They are truly a marvel of modern science and technology. But how strong can they get? Get ready to be amazed by the strength and capabilities of the strongest magnets humans have ever made.

1960s science fiction is here

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Tech has come a long way since the 1960s. Here’s a quick recap, in one minute.

Apple's science fiction is reality

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Apple’s new second-generation AirPods Pro blow the previous model out of the water. In 60 seconds, here’s a look at the incredible tech behind them.

Tesla robot is coming

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Science fiction gave us high hopes for humanoid robots. Can Tesla’s Optimus robot live up to the hype? Here’s what you need to know, in 60 seconds.

Science discoveries made in 2021 you didn’t hear about 

In 2021, the news was dominated by COVID-19. All the new variants and vaccine rollouts seemed to blind most of us to other scientific discoveries throughout the year. So, here is a breakdown of some of the most remarkable findings you probably didn’t hear about.

This tech CEO revolutionized health supplements

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How did a former senior tech leader leave the computer industry for the health supplement field? In this episode, Kim and Humann CEO Joel Kocher talk about his successes, mistakes and lessons learned. You’ll also learn how science is moving his company forward — and how that helps you.

Royal Marines using jet suits to board a ship

Jet packs used to be just a thing in science fiction movies. But they have finally become a reality. The British military is trying out these amazing pieces of tech to board ships, and seeing them in action is truly amazing.

How to become an Instagram star

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Can anyone become an Instagram influencer? That’s the question HBO’s new documentary posed. Really, it was more of a science experiment. Here’s what they found.