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The Antlers: Hotel
Jul 14, 12:00AM
Summer can't be all wild beach parties and fireworks and Songs of the Summer . There's dim-roomed sunburn agony and thunderstorm-brokered power outages too—and these moments deserve their own playlist, as well. Here's one nominee: Hotel, an amazing, foggy track off of the Antler's latest album, Familiars.
How NASA Uses the Full Moon to Calibrate Its Earth-Gazing Satellite
Jul 13, 11:00PM
The full moon—like yesterday's glorious event —is a great show for us here on Earth. But for NASA, it also plays a critical role in keeping its Landsat 8 satellite working properly. How? By using the moon exactly like a photographer uses a light meter.
A Simple Eye Test Could Accurately Detect Alzheimer's
Jul 13, 9:57PM
Current tests for Alzheimer's include expensive tests using brain PET or MRI imaging. But two studies have shown that a simple eye test can detect Alzheimer's accurately at very early stages—just by looking at subjects' retinas.
What's the Best Book You've Ever Read About Space Travel?
Jul 13, 9:00PM
Last week my co-worker Eric Limer recommended The Martian, a book about an astronaut struggling to survive after being stranded on Mars. It's been way too long since I read a book about interplanetary exploration, and it's fantastic to be back.
Go Inside the Factory That Makes the World's Solar Panels
Jul 13, 8:00PM
While you're watching the final game of the World Cup today, keep a keen eye on the advertisements along the sidelines. You're likely to see the name Yingli Solar: a massive Chinese solar power manufacturer that few soccer fans are likely to know. Climate Desk recently visited Yingli's sprawling plant, and got a first-hand look at the booming company.
This Awe-Inspiring Stadium Is Now the Biggest Dome Ever Built
Jul 13, 7:00PM
If huge spaces freak you out (looking at you, agoraphobes), look away now. Singapore's huge new stadium, SportsHub, just clinched the title for the largest free-spanning dome structure ever built—stretching more than 1,010 feet across at its widest point.
It's So Hot In Yellowstone That a Road Literally Melted
Jul 13, 6:00PM
Yellowstone National Park is riddled with constantly changing geothermal hot spots —it's part of the reason for the park's famous geysers. But this past Thursday, the area around one section of road got so hot that asphalt literally started melting.
How Far Do Soccer Players Run During a Match?
Jul 13, 5:55PM
After four weeks of well-placed headers and acrobatic kicks and whatever was going on with Ronaldo's hair, the World Cup finally draws to a close today. But while you're holding your breath during the Germany-Argentina nail-biter, take a moment to appreciate the most astonishing feat that happens during these 90 minutes: How far these guys are running.
US Marines Turned A Ship Into A Truck, Watch It Be An Absolute Beast
Jul 13, 5:27PM
From Truck Yeah!: The US Marines have been planning up the "Ultra Heavy-Lift Amphibious Connector (UHAC) to replace their beach-storming hovercrafts since 2008. They started building this one in 2012, and have finally brought out of the garage for a little test drive.
It's brown bear salmon-catching season once again, and we all know what that means—Explore's mesmeri
Jul 13, 5:22PM
It's brown bear salmon-catching season once again, and we all know what that means—Explore's mesmerizing live cam is back in business. And this year, they've even added an underwater one. The world is Good, friends.
Show Us Your Photos of Last Night's Glorious Supermoon
Jul 13, 5:04PM
Last night was the first of what's about to be the Summer of the Supermoon , which is exhausting for werewolves and absolutely spectacular for everyone else. There's already quite a few photos popping up, so we're asking you, dear readers, to show us the most beautiful photos you took of last night's circular show.
Why the British Don't Refrigerate Eggs
Jul 13, 4:10PM
If you've ever been to a supermarket in the UK, you were probably surprised (if not a little grossed out) to see stacks of eggs hanging out with nary a refrigerated one in site. As it turns out, we might actually be the crazy ones.
New Chrome Plugin Plays Clown Music Every Time You Read About Rob Ford
Jul 13, 3:01PM
Toronto mayor and cherub-cheeked comedy goldmine Rob Ford is back in the news this week after a brief stint in rehab, where he may or may not have been using drugs but was definitely belligerent . To celebrate, here's a Chrome extension that plays clown music at every mention of the crack-smokin' mayor's name.
These Underwater Photos Were Taken By a Desktop Scanner
Jul 13, 2:00PM
The desktop scanner is a wonderful thing, but rugged it ain't. Yet Nathaniel Stern didn't let that stop him: The Wisconsin-based artist, who is known for his experimental camera designs, created a waterproof version of an off-the-shelf scanner that captured a series of incredible images of sea life.
Every Episode of South Park Is Streaming for Free on Hulu Right Now
Jul 13, 12:42PM
Good news for fans of the lovable, animated fourth graders with filthy mouths. Starting today, all 17 seasons of South Park will be streaming on Hulu for free. And you better get your fill while you can, because come fall—it's paywall time.
I want this delicious burger on a stick in my mouth right now
Jul 13, 6:28AM
Corn dogs? Not a fan. A corn dog-inspired burger-on-a-stick made of "pickled beef frank and a slice of crispy pork belly, sandwiched between two smash-cooked beef patties, dipped in a jalapeño, whole kernel corn batter, fried, and drizzled with honey"?
The Onion Reviews Planet of the Apes (NSFW)
Jul 13, 1:00AM
Peter Rosenthal's here this week to review the new Planet of the Apes movie. No, not the one from 2011. No, not the one from 2001. Nope, not 1973, 1972, 1971, 1970, or 1968. No, the other one.
Modern Photography Would Not Exist Without George Eastman
Jul 13, 12:00AM
George Eastman, inventor, businessman, and philanthropist, was born on this day 160 years ago. His innovations in standardized film and portable cameras made the nascent field of photography accessible to the layperson. Tonight, let's celebrate his birthday with a look back at PBS's George Eastman: The Wizard of Photography.
100 famous bass lines played in one badass mega-medley
Jul 12, 11:20PM
This guy put together a medley with what he thinks are the 100 bass lines that every bass player should know. I think that a few should be forever banned and some great ones are missing, but most of them are a spot-on selection. In any case, kudos for his nonstop 13-minute performance.
If Humans Shed So Much Dead Skin, How Are Tattoos Permanent?
Jul 12, 11:07PM
Your body is constantly throwing off dead skin cells—a million every day. So how come tattoos don't fall off with them? It turns out, your body's immune system tries to get rid of the ink under your skin, but in the process, it makes those marks permanent, as this video from TED-Ed explains.
What's the One Dead Website You Wish You Could Revive?
Jul 12, 10:07PM
Benj Edwards at The Atlantic just published this beautiful piece about a man's quest to rebuild Prodigy, the ancient web service dead since 1999. As the net has grown and changed, no doubt you've lost a favorite site or two. Say you've got a genie and all your other wishes fulfilled. Which website do you revive?
Your Skin Has a Sense of Smell, and Sandalwood Aroma Makes it Heal
Jul 12, 9:00PM
Ready for some weird science? Some of the same olfactory sensing equipment that give your nose its sense of smell can be found in your skin cells. In other words, your skin has a sense of smell. And researchers have just figured out that your skin loves the scent of sandalwood—in fact, the aroma revs up your skin's natural healing abilities.
Riding Along With a Biohazard Crew That Cleans Up NYC Murder Scenes
Jul 12, 8:00PM
Welcome to Reading List, Gizmodo's Saturday afternoon collection of the best articles from around the web. This week, we've got smart takes from The Atlantic, Ars Technica, The New York Times, BuzzFeed, and more.
Gorgeous Slow-Mo of the Machine-Like Beauty of Honeybees in Flight
Jul 12, 7:00PM
Photographer Michael Sutton spent hours getting up close and personal with a hive of honey bees at Hillside Apiaries in New Hampshire. He got stung three times. But he also got this gorgeous slo-mo footage of honey bees in flight. I bet you'll never look at a bee the same way.
Washington Post Reporter On the How and Why of Latest NSA Revelations
Jul 12, 6:15PM
Last week, The Washington Post published the results of a huge investigation into NSA records leaked by Edward Snowden. Based on tons of data, the paper asserted that ninety percent of messages intercepted by the NSA came from U.S. citizens and non-targets. Today, Post reporter Barton Gellman gives us an inside look into exactly what they saw in those NSA records, why they reported what they did, and the decisions they had to make in covering the leak. It's a fascinating read, both for what it reveals about the NSA and to give an appreciation of the ethical dilemmas in reporting these events. Check out the whole report here.
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