Dreams and easy money: The story of Poyais
The lure of easy money, a grand scheme, and a big talker: These are ingredients for a disaster in any time or place, but in 1820, they nearly brought down…
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Politics makes us sick
Study: Politics makes us sick Hard-core election season is upon us, and it’s literally making us sick. Physically sick. Emotionally sick. Sick. Kevin…
Mystic Quest: A look at game phenomenon Myst’s creators
While Mario might be the most famous character and franchise in video game history, he’s far from the only trailblazer. Back in 1993, Myst hit the market…
The Kutuk River in Alaska’s Gates of the Arctic National Park flowing orange.
Orange tide? Rivers changing colors in Alaska Imagine a beautiful river winding through a pristine forest. What color is that river? Most people would…
AI is coming to an iPhone near you
Ten years ago, the notion of having a powerful and complex AI program might have seemed like science fiction. But now it’s going to fit in your pocket,…
Houseplants that pop
Are you looking for a quick way to add some life and color to your space? There are more than 10,000 species of houseplants available commercially today,…
See the stars at these events in August
Although people live their whole lives under the sky, they may never truly see the glory of the Milky Way, and it’s all because of light pollution. You…
New database boosts African-American genealogy research
Researching genealogy of African-American families can be tricky once you trace the line to enslaved ancestors, but a new database of records may help the…
How to measure your blood pressure
If you monitor your blood pressure, here is how to get an accurate reading. 1. Take it before you drink your coffee in the morning. Coffee can increase…
Don’t believe social media rumors about Social Security
Nearly 70 million people rely on Social Security, so it was welcome news when reports about a $600 increase started circulating in June. But there was…