When it comes to cancer, I used to be convinced that early detection was where most of our efforts should go. I was appalled that so much money was being poured into developing therapeutics for...
Ever wonder about how that stone washed effect is achieved on blue jeans? By washing with stones, that's how. The fabric is placed into large industrial washing machines together with volcanic...
The dog has been called man’s best friend, but rats certainly have never been referred to in that endearing fashion. Yet, they can save lives as well as dogs; maybe even better. How? By using their...
Unfortunately, the science behind ultrasonic pest repellers is ultra-shaky. Seems like an attractive idea though, right? Just plug a charger-sized device emitting undetectable sound into the wall,...
Have you heard the one about batteries discharging when stored on concrete? Apparently, some people have taken to storing 12V batteries—the kind used in electric wheel chairs and emergency lighting...
There are certain problems with solar power technologies that still need some work. We are addressing quite a few bumps on the road to completely sustainable energy though. High costs of solar...