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X-Rays Reveal Snippets From Papyrus Scrolls That Survived Mount Vesuvius
January 20, 2015
Charred in an A.D. 79 volcanic eruption, rolled Roman scrolls may yet reveal their message, a study suggests.
5 Ways Regular People Are Tracking Wildlife With Personal Tech
January 14, 2015
See a whale shark on your Florida vacation? You could join a network of people who upload their pictures and video to databases that help wildlife biologists do their work.
5 Ways Einstein Was a Regular Guy
December 5, 2014
A new, free digital archive of his personal papers reveals what we all share with the 20th century's greatest mind.
Weird Animal Question of the Week: How Do You Collar Wild Animals?
October 24, 2014
From mountain lions to wolves to snakes, see how scientists capture and tag wildlife to find out more about their secret lives.
Milk Grown in a Lab Is Humane and Sustainable. But Can It Catch On?
October 22, 2014
A Silicon Valley vision: Instead of milking dairy cows, we could make milk in a lab with genetically engineered yeast.
Grit Trumps Talent and IQ: A Story Every Parent (and Educator) Should Read
October 15, 2014
An energetic researcher finds that self-control and grit are the most important tools students need to succeed.
Life in the Quiet Zone: West Virginia Town Avoids Electronics for Science
October 10, 2014
Neighbors of giant radio telescope in West Virginia give up wireless gadgets so astronomers can hear the music of the spheres.
Opinion: Why More Inventions Don't Win Nobel Prizes, and Why That's a Good Thing
October 8, 2014
Alfred Nobel was an inventor, but fundamental discoveries win more Nobels. Here's why that's a good thing.
Nobel Prize Goes to Inventors of Blue LED: Why It Was Revolutionary
October 7, 2014
The Nobel Prize in physics goes to three scientists who invented blue LED lights, which paved the way for tremendously greater lighting efficiency.
Undersea Mysteries Mapped by Satellite Gravity Sensors
October 2, 2014
Space-based gravity measures reveal hidden rifts in the deep-sea floor, a new satellite study shows.
John Krakauer's Stroke of Genius
September 29, 2014
John Krakauer calls current rehabilitation therapies medieval. Among his radical approaches: a cyber-dolphin named Bandit.
In Jungles of India, New Phone App Helps Indigenous Tribes Embroiled in Maoist Insurgency
September 26, 2014
An Indian digital activist and a student in Seattle designed a way to empower people in the remote forests of northeast India.
Engineer Sees Big Possibilities in Micro-robots, Including Programmable Bees
September 25, 2014
National Geographic Emerging Explorer Robert Wood says that medicine and agriculture can be transformed by micro and "soft" robots.
White House Launches Climate Tools and Data for Developing World
September 24, 2014
The White House is releasing high-resolution mapping data and providing training to improve the climate resilience of developing countries.
"Spooky" Quantum Entanglement Reveals Invisible Objects
August 27, 2014
In a physics first, quantum entanglement of two-colored laser beams created pictures of otherwise unseeable objects, experimenters report.
Going to Mars Could Define Humankind in Decades Ahead, Author Says
August 5, 2014
Mars was habitable billions of years ago-so did the red planet seed life on Earth?
Q&A: Inside the World's Largest Indoor Farm
July 17, 2014
What if farms came in from the cold and we grew our food indoors? Powered by 17,500 LED lights, a new Japanese "plant factory" is producing 10,000 heads of lettuce a day.
Fabien Cousteau Leads "Aquanauts" in Record-Breaking Undersea Expedition
June 24, 2014
Timed for 50 years after a historic Jacques Cousteau effort, Mission 31 advances ocean science and exploration.
Virtual Dolphin on a Mission
June 15, 2014
A novel video game featuring a lifelike virtual dolphin may soon help stroke victims-and, eventually, real dolphins too.
Global "Selfie" to Be Beamed to Outer Space
May 17, 2014
NASA has agreed to upload a crowd-sourced message from Earth to aliens via New Horizons spacecraft.
Deep-Sea Vehicle Nereus Lost 6 Miles Down
May 12, 2014
A robotic vehicle failed while exploring the second deepest trench in the world.
Cracking Mystery Reveals How Electronics Affect Bird Migration
May 7, 2014
From a glitch in a bird migration experiment, a scientist gains startling insight into the effects of weak broadband waves.
Cold War Spy-Satellite Images Unveil Lost Cities
April 25, 2014
Archaeologists have used Cold War spy-satellite photos to uncover thousands of unsuspected archaeological sites.
Can an Unmanned Mini Yellow Submarine Find Missing Flight 370?
April 16, 2014
The submersible searching for Flight 370 is covering 15 square miles (39 square kilometers) a day inside a huge search zone.
How Debris Can Point to Malaysian Plane's Point of Impact
April 3, 2014
Ocean search for missing jet depends on complex physics-and luck.
App Helps the Blind "See" With Their Ears
April 3, 2014
New technology allows people with visual impairments to perceive color and shape through music.
Surgeons to Put Gunshot Victims Into Suspended Animation
April 2, 2014
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh plan to save the lives of gunshot and stabbing victims by putting them into suspended animation after their hearts have stopped.
How a Satellite May Help Find Missing Malaysian Plane
March 27, 2014
Seven satellite pings may help investigators find the Malaysian jet that is missing and presumed to be in the Indian Ocean.
Video: Inside Look at Insect Flight
March 25, 2014
Scientists have developed a CT scanning technique that lets them view the inner workings of insects' muscles while in flight.
Missing Malaysian Plane Spotlights 4 Ways Aircraft Talk to the Ground
March 13, 2014
The most critical information about the Boeing 777's flight path is locked up in the black box on the aircraft.
Drone Captures Stunning Bird's-eye Video of Dolphin Superpod
March 5, 2014
Boat captain uses drone and GoPro camera to capture rare footage of a dolphin megapod off California.
National Geographic Thematic Maps Launch in New Google Tool
February 27, 2014
Google Maps Gallery brings classic National Geographic cartography online.
Sci-Fi Is Cool (Flying Cars! Life on Mars!)—But Real Science is Cooler
February 24, 2014
Physicist (and Star Trek expert) Lawrence Krauss explains why real science is infinitely more amazing than science fiction.
Revolution in Artificial Limbs Brings Feeling Back to Amputees
February 22, 2014
The next generation of prosthetics will enable amputees to move and feel with their devices like never before.
Twisting Everyday Fibers Could Make "Smart Clothes" a Reality
February 20, 2014
Common fibers are being twisted into threads that can lift nearly a ton-and maybe serve as the "muscles" for futuristic prosthetics.
First Person: Why a "Vast" Mammogram Study May Do Harm
February 18, 2014
A newly published study on mammograms concludes that they do not save lives. Critics disagree. So does my wife.
Short People Got … Lots of Reasons to Legitimately Feel Paranoid
February 16, 2014
A virtual-reality study sheds light on the way short people perceive the world.
Inspired by Swarming Termites, Robots Can Build Without Supervision
February 13, 2014
Robots can build simple structures without a central plan.
Stunning Science Visualization Contest Winners Show Us Pictures of Hidden Worlds
February 6, 2014
The winners of a science visualization contest take us into the worlds of coral reefs, fuzzy plants, and stolen passwords.
Intel's Ban on Conflict Minerals Wows National Geographic Photographer
January 9, 2014
Intel has announced it will no longer use "conflict minerals" in its microprocessors. Photographer Marcus Bleasdale, who's documented the suffering in the Congo's mines, is thrilled.<p> </p>
Scientists Move Levitating Objects Through Space for the First Time
January 6, 2014
Ultrasonic levitation of objects that can be moved in three dimensions has been demonstrated for the first time.
Reddit Science's Ban on Climate Change Denial Posts Rears Its Head Again
December 18, 2013
Reddit Science banned posts denying climate change about a year ago—here's why the discussion has heated up again.
Architect's Gorgeous Portraits Show Internet's "Connectedness"
December 11, 2013
An architect wondered how connected websites are. The results made for gorgeous images.
iPads Improve Classroom Learning, Study Finds
December 10, 2013
The power of iPads and other tablets can help students learn concepts of enormous scale, like the size of the solar system, that traditional methods struggle to teach.
Google Doodle Honors Computer Programmer Grace Hopper
December 9, 2013
Today's Google Doodle honors computer programmer Grace Hopper, a naval officer and one of the first computer programmers on the Navy's Mark I computer.
While U.S. Probes Tesla, What You Should Know About Car Fires
December 6, 2013
The much-praised Tesla Model S electric car is now the subject of a U.S. safety investigation of fire risk. Here's what you ought to know about car fires, whether your vehicle is electric- or gasoline-powered.
The Science Behind Man Surviving Underwater for Three Days
December 4, 2013
Divers presumed that everyone on board a doomed ship had died. But a lone man survived for three days underwater, thanks in large part to an air bubble.
5 Surprising Drone Uses (Besides Amazon Delivery)
December 2, 2013
Amazon plans to deliver by drone within five years, but unmanned vehicles already fill the skies. See five surprising ways drones are already in use today.
With Space Planes Eyed For 2018 Launch, Dream of a Winged Spacecraft Won't Die
November 27, 2013
Despite space planes' checkered history, the dream of winged spacecraft appears unlikely to die, says a space historian.
Tiny Drone Flies Like A… Jellyfish?
November 26, 2013
The ungainly flapping motion of the latest tiny flying robot closely mimics the swimming motion of a jellyfish, new research shows.
Want to Do Good? Don't Go Looking for Problems
November 20, 2013
In his new book, Emerging Explorer Ken Banks highlights ten innovators who unexpectedly encountered social problems they felt compelled to solve.
Scanning Social Media to Improve Typhoon Haiyan Relief Efforts
November 8, 2013
"Crisis mapper" Patrick Meier launched a new crowdsourcing tool that analyzes tweets, photos, and other online information called MicroMappers.
Time to Move On? The Case Against Daylight Saving Time
November 1, 2013
Changing our clocks twice a year doesn't save us energy or money, and may even make us unhealthy, critics say.
Total Recall: Your First Superhero Kiss and Other Secure Passwords
October 30, 2013
You can remember your name, your first pet, and your elementary school. So why is it sometimes so hard to answer personal security questions?
Money 3.0: How Bitcoins May Change the Global Economy
October 14, 2013
Despite shutdown of the illicit Internet marketplace Silk Road, the virtual currency Bitcoins shows great promise for a wide range of legitimate applications.
Humpback Whale Crittercam Video Reveals Bottom-Feeding Activity
October 7, 2013
New video footage shows that these marine mammals dine on the seafloor with their friends.
Opinion: Amid Shutdown, U.S. Government Should Learn From Apple
October 5, 2013
U.S. leaders should take more care to protect the national image and brand, and to learn from the success of Apple and other tech giants.
MacArthur Genius Working to Bring Sight to the Blind
October 1, 2013
People affected by macular degeneration used to have no hope of seeing again. Neuroscientist Sheila Nirenberg might be changing that.
How Do Earthquake Early Warning Systems Work?
September 27, 2013
An expert explains what such a system would look like, and how much good a few seconds of warning would do.
New Heartbeat Detector May Save Lives After Disasters
September 25, 2013
A new device will help search and rescue teams scan wreckage for survivors following disasters such as earthquakes, scientists say.
How Genius Carl Haber Restores Long-Lost Sounds
September 25, 2013
Physicist Carl Haber just won a MacArthur genius grant for his life's work—restoring historic sounds.
Are E-Cigarettes a Boon or a Menace?
September 16, 2013
A new study says electronic cigarettes could help people quit smoking. But doctors worry that the battery-operated nicotine inhalers carry major risks.
Why New iPhone Isn't Really for Developing World
September 12, 2013
Apple hopes the iPhone 5c will catch on globally, but experts are skeptical, saying it still costs too much to be truly accessible.
Technology Sheds Light on 6 Great Art Mysteries
September 8, 2013
Scientists are using advanced techniques to look at history's masterpieces.
How Sunlight Reflected Off a Building Can Melt Objects
September 4, 2013
How Sunlight Reflected Off a Building Can Melt Objects
How the "Internet of Things" May Change the World
August 30, 2013
Wireless connectivity of billions of objects offers many benefits--and risks.
How Does a Gas Mask Protect Against Chemical Warfare?
August 30, 2013
How Does a Gas Mask Protect Against Chemical Warfare?
Five Incredible—and Real—Mind Control Applications
August 29, 2013
Five Incredible—and Real—Mind Control Applications
Pictures: Marches on Washington, 1963 vs. 2013
August 29, 2013
Pictures: Marches on Washington, 1963 vs. 2013
Meet 115, the Newest Element on the Periodic Table
August 28, 2013
The extremely heavy element was just confirmed by scientists in Sweden
Facebook Aims to Bring Internet to 5 Billion More People
August 21, 2013
Facebook Aims to Bring Internet to 5 Billion More People
Interactive Map Color-Codes Race of Every Single American
August 21, 2013
An interactive map scattered with dots representing the race of every single person in the United States helps us visualize racial divides.
A New Chapter in the Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
August 16, 2013
Her cells are used in the development of vaccines and medicines. But scientists never asked the family of Henrietta Lacks for their input-until now.
Why the World Is Not Yet Done with Polio
August 14, 2013
Great strides have been made in wiping out polio. Yet the stubborn and highly contagious disease is still on the loose.
Teleportation: Behind the Science of Quantum Computing
August 14, 2013
Two research teams were able to reliably teleport information between quantum bits. We explain what this actually means.
Hyperactive Brain May Create "Near Death" Visions
August 14, 2013
After a near-death moment, people recall bright lights or seeing dead relatives. A new study says the brain is likely responsible.
The Physics Behind Schrödinger's Cat Paradox
August 12, 2013
Google honors the physicist's birthday today with a Doodle. We explain the science behind his famous paradox.
Will Your Next Burger Come From a Petri Dish?
August 6, 2013
Will Your Next Burger Come From a Petri Dish?
Earth's Life-Forms Collected to Aid in Genetic Research
August 5, 2013
The Smithsonian's Global Genome Initiative will freeze embryos, seeds, and other genetic samples.
First Przewalski's Horse Born Via Artificial Insemination
August 5, 2013
First Przewalski's Horse Born Via Artificial Insemination
How to Take Stunning Lion Photos
August 1, 2013
How to Take Stunning Lion Photos
Portable Brain-Scan Headsets: 4 Incredible Applications
August 1, 2013
Portable brain-scanning headsets could dramatically boost our understanding of the brain, help fight disease, and enable the disabled to engage the world.
Vandalized Lincoln 'Can Stand Adversity'
July 31, 2013
Removing the green paint splashed on the memorial is a painstaking task for the National Park Service.
Moche Mural in Peru Revealed in Stunning Detail
July 31, 2013
Interactive gigapixel technology offers a way to see an ancient Moche mural in stunning detail, from the Huaca de la Luna (Temple of the Moon).
How Old Is That Lion? A Guide to Aging Animals
July 30, 2013
Animals may not have birth certificates, but they do display telltale signs of aging.
Pictures: What's Inside a Space Suit? X-Rays Reveal All
July 29, 2013
New x-rays of space suits show the inner workings that helped astronauts safely explore the cosmos.
Cheap, Disposable Drones Are the New Storm Chasers
July 25, 2013
Drones made from inexpensive materials may offer an option for entering dangerous environments like volcanoes and wildfires.
Google Doodle Honors Legendary Female Scientist Rosalind Franklin
July 25, 2013
Google honors female British scientist Rosalind Franklin-integral in discovering the structure of DNA-with a Doodle.
The Dream of Human-Powered Flight Takes Off
July 22, 2013
A Canadian team has finally won the coveted Sikorsky Prize, a decades-long competition to build human-powered helicopters.
Bombs Dropped Add to Long List of Great Barrier Reef Threats
July 22, 2013
American fighter jets were forced to dump unarmed bombs into the Great Barrier Reef when they ran out of fuel during a military exercise.
Invisibility Suit Aims to Protect Humans From Sharks
July 19, 2013
Invisibility Suit Aims to Protect Humans From Sharks
New 'Boston Magazine' Photos of Marathon Suspect Add to Conversation
July 19, 2013
The photos published by Boston Magazine contrast with those published by Rolling Stone. Photo experts weigh in.
7 of the World's Longest-Running Experiments
July 19, 2013
7 of the World's Longest-Running Experiments
Robot Revolution? Scientists Teach Robots to Learn
July 18, 2013
For robots to really help humans, they'll need to learn more like we do. Here's how it's happening.
Biggest Virus Yet Found, May Be Fourth Domain of Life?
July 18, 2013
Newfound pandoraviruses have opened up entirely new questions about microbial life as we know it, a new study says.
GPS Reveals Hurricane Wind Speeds
July 17, 2013
GPS signals tell a lot about how fast the wind is blowing during a hurricane.
How Sugar Substitutes Stack Up
July 17, 2013
We used artificial sweeteners in place of sugar in a cake recipe. The result wasn't always so sweet.
One Thing We Know About Autism: Vaccines Aren't to Blame
July 16, 2013
Jenny McCarthy, who has famously blamed vaccines for causing autism, has a new TV platform. Experts hope she won't bring up the debunked vaccine theory.
Five Surprising Facts About Daydreaming
July 16, 2013
A new computer model can simulate our wandering minds-see five surprising facts about daydreaming.
For a Second-Hand Clock, It's First in Reliability
July 10, 2013
A new atomic clock is so stable and reliable that it may be used to redefine our measurement of the second.
Could Malcolm Gladwell's Theory of Cockpit Culture Apply to Asiana Crash?
July 9, 2013
Best-selling book Outliers investigated links between Korean pilot behavior and accidents, but does that theory still hold?
Long Journey of Kobi the Chimpanzee Ends in Retirement
July 9, 2013
After life with Jane Goodall in Africa and then in a breeding colony for medical research in the U.S., a "tame" chimp finds new hope.
Q&A With a Pilot: Just How Does Autopilot Work?
July 9, 2013
Pilot Patrick Smith explains why human pilots are still in control of airplanes, even when they turn on autopilot.
Improving 3-D Printing by Copying Nature
July 7, 2013
Through biomimicry, design based on nature, 3-D printing technology could get safer and better.
Solar Impulse's U.S. Mission Ends This Weekend
July 6, 2013
The solar-powered plane will complete the final leg of its coast-to-coast journey in New York City.
5 Natural Air-Conditioning Designs Inspired by Nature
July 3, 2013
Designers are turning to biomimicry to develop better cooling technologies.
New Firefighting Technologies: Drones, Super Shelters
July 2, 2013
From better fire shelters to unmanned drones, future innovations could help keep future firefighters safe.
Cold War Radioactivity Can Date Illegal Elephant Ivory
July 1, 2013
Fallout from long-ago Cold War explosions is now a forensic tool in the illegal ivory trade.
Forget the Sweet Tooth, Eyes Reveal a Taste for Sweets
June 27, 2013
Sweet treats cause people to experience a surge of dopamine that can be measured in their eyes, a new study says.
Is It Possible to Disappear Completely?
June 25, 2013
Edward Snowden's globetrotting made us think: Is it possible to go off-grid without a lot of help?
Pictures: Earth's Green Places Mapped in High Resolution
June 20, 2013
Newly released satellite images show our planet's vegetation like never before.
Brazil Pepper-Spray Photo Highlights Exposure Risks
June 19, 2013
After a woman is subdued during protests, questions arise about the use of force.
Cheetah-Cub Robot Created: See Other Nature-Inspired Machines
June 18, 2013
A new cheetah-cub robot is just the latest in a mechanical menagerie of animal-inspired robots that climb, fly, swim, and slither.
Google's Loon Project Puts Balloon Technology in Spotlight
June 18, 2013
Google's Loon Project is the latest attempt to use balloons floating in the stratosphere to bring internet access to remote places.
X-rays and Operas: A Collaborative Restoration
June 17, 2013
Scientists have restored a 200-year-old opera using special x-ray technologies, leading to questions about other possible uses.
7 Takeaways From Supreme Court's Gene Patent Decision
June 14, 2013
The Supreme Court ruling bans the patenting of naturally occurring genes, but not of artificial DNA.
The Surprising History and Science of Tear Gas
June 12, 2013
Technically a chemical weapon, tear gas is once again in the news: This time, it's seeing heavy use in Turkish protests.
A Cheetah Can Get You Without Hitting Top Speed
June 12, 2013
Cheetahs can run faster than 60 mph, but to succeed at hunting, a new study shows that they rely instead on their ability to accelerate.
The NSA Data: Where Does It Go?
June 12, 2013
Massive data centers can store the equivalent of 250 billion DVDs. What might that look like?
Where Can NSA Leaker Find Asylum?
June 11, 2013
What are Snowden's chances of avoiding American authorities and potential extradition to the United States?
5 Surprising Drone Uses (Besides Pizza Delivery)
June 6, 2013
Drones have proved their worth in military and intelligence operations but they may make far greater contributions in civilian life. Even if they can't deliver Domino's pizza.
Why Do Building Collapses Like Philadelphia's Happen?
June 5, 2013
All building demolitions require some level of guesswork, and people sometimes make wrong choices, an expert says.
Are Robot Warriors Headed Into Battle?
June 4, 2013
They're not here yet, but as some countries develop warrior robots, U.N. officials warn of the risks.
Teaching Robots to Anticipate Human Actions
May 31, 2013
A Cornell researcher is working to give robots the ability to anticipate our actions and, in a sense, anticipate our wants and needs.
The Saddest Tweeters Live in Texas
May 29, 2013
Researchers analyzed ten million tweets to map happiness in the United States. Napa is happy. The Rust Belt is sad.
3-D Printers Are Saving Lives and Serving Pizzas
May 24, 2013
The emerging technology has printed out a life-saving implant for a baby—and is poised to make pizzas that are out of this world.
6 Women Scientists Who Were Snubbed Due to Sexism
May 19, 2013
These six scientists were snubbed for awards or robbed of credit for discoveries … because they were women.
Pictures: Nano "Flowers" Created in Lab
May 16, 2013
Scientists can control the self-assembly of molecules to build nano-size flowers in the lab, a new study says.
The Astronauts You Should Start Following on Twitter
May 16, 2013
What's the best way to find out what's going on in space? Follow one of these astronauts on Twitter or Facebook.
Ancient Mayan Pyramid Destroyed in Belize
May 15, 2013
An archeological group says it plans to take legal action after road crews destroyed a pyramid at a site called Nohmul.
Angelina Jolie's News: Docs Talk About Breast Cancer
May 15, 2013
Angelina Jolie carries a gene putting her at high risk for breast cancer—and had a double mastectomy. Two doctors talk about what the gene means.
Printing Electronics Just Got Easier
May 9, 2013
Technological advances may soon allow consumers to print out electronic devices on home printers.
What, Exactly, Is a 3-D Printer?
May 8, 2013
A 3-D printer has now "printed out" a handgun. How does this technology work—and how will it change the future?
Wright Brothers Flight Legacy Hits New Turbulence
May 3, 2013
Controversy swirls anew around whether the Wright brothers were the first aloft, pulling the Smithsonian Institution's reputation into question.
Think Outside the Box to Find Extraterrestrial Life
May 2, 2013
We should think outside the box when considering which exoplanets to study for possible signs of life.
Tiniest Drone Takes Off, Sort Of
May 2, 2013
A Harvard team achieves controlled flight with a drone the size of a housefly.
Kid-Built Speedster to Race Against Learjet
May 2, 2013
Organization hopes that this weekend's competition between a kid-built race car and a jet will draw youths to careers in aviation.
Watery Gecko Grip Could Lead to Stickier Tape
April 1, 2013
The tropical reptiles can cling to surfaces that don't get easily wet, like waxy leaves, a new study says.
Why Is a Woman Who Loves Science So Surprising?
March 25, 2013
Surprise that popular Facebook science guru is female highlights a lack of progress in accepting women scientists, professor says.
Physicists Increasingly Confident They've Found the Higgs Boson
March 15, 2013
Mounting evidence suggests that a new particle discovered last year is indeed the Higgs boson.
March 14, 2013
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How to Resurrect Lost Species
March 8, 2013
Scientists propose genetic experiments to restore extinct species such as passenger pigeons, aurochs, and thylacines.
U.S.S. Monitor Sailors' Remains to Be Buried With Honors
March 8, 2013
The sailors from the U.S. Navy's first ironclad ship perished in 1862. Now some of their descendants are heading to Arlington National Cemetery.
Why Are Europeans Better at Predicting Weather?
March 7, 2013
Wednesday's snow no-show in Washington was another misfire by U.S. forecasters. A weather expert talks about why this doesn't happen as much in Europe.
Return of the Neanderthals
March 6, 2013
Scientists could someday resurrect Neanderthals—or at least their cells—to help modern humans. Would it be ethical?
In Need of "Sausage and Mash"? Visit an East London ATM
February 14, 2013
In need of "bread and honey" in East London? Head to a cash machine and brush up on your Cockney rhyming slang.
Opinion: Sizing Up Google's New North Korea Map
January 31, 2013
The search company's news maps of North Korea show the promise and pitfalls of citizen cartography.
Sharp-Eared Robots Find Whales—And Help Them Escape Danger
January 11, 2013
Torpedo-shaped machines do their part to protect whales.
WWII-era Amphibious Truck Found in Italian Lake
December 14, 2012
<strong>A WWII-era amphibious truck belonging to the U.S. military has been discovered in Italy, an Italian group announced this week.</strong>
Pictures: World War II-era Fighter Raised From Lake Michigan
December 11, 2012
Salvagers recover a fighter plane that crashed into Lake Michigan during takeoff 70 years ago.
Pictures: Inside the World's Most Powerful Laser
November 29, 2012
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Crawling Bio-Robot Runs on Rat Heart Cells
November 19, 2012
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May 22, 2012
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Best Winter Soups In Pittsburgh
If you are looking for a great bowl of soup in Pittsburgh, here are some places that have delicious winter soup options.
Best Restaurants For Cinco De Mayo In Pittsburgh
Looking to have some fun on Cinco De Mayo? Grab a date and head to one of these fun spots in Pittsburgh to celebrate and enjoy some authentic Mexican food.
Best Chili Dishes In The Pittsburgh Area
When it's cold outside, nothing warms you up like a tasty bowl of chili, but there are so many other uses for it. Here are some of the best chili dishes in Pittsburgh to try all winter long.
Best Places For New Year's Day Brunch In Pittsburgh
If you wake up late and starving on New Year's Day, an early lunch or brunch is the perfect solution. Here are some great places in Pittsburgh that are open early enough to enjoy a meal so that you don't ruin your dinner.
Unique Mashed Potato Dishes In Pittsburgh
Mashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food. Whether served with gravy, with cheese or in a hearty dish, if mashed potatoes in all of their forms are one of your favorite dishes, here are some great places to enjoy them in Pittsburgh.
Big Burrito Group Celebrating 20 Years
One of the first restaurants to combine food and fun in the Pittsburgh region is celebrating 20 years of being in business.
Living Pittsburgh Girl's Offer Tips For Affordable Valentine's Day
If you're not ready for Valentine's Day, no fear. You don't have to spend a lot of money to treat your sweetheart.
Best Burritos In Pittsburgh
From the brain power of cowboys along the U.S./Mexico border, burritos came into fruition. Since then, burritos have evolved into much more. Check out the best of what Pittsburgh has to offer by referring to this list.
Best Chefs Heating Up The Culinary Scene In Pittsburgh
From old-fashioned barbecue to upscale Pan-Asian cuisine, these five chefs offer different types of food for your enjoyment. However, they all have one thing in common, and that is personality.
Best Fajitas In Pittsburgh
If you can't get enough of fresh, sizzling grilled meat and vegetables with zesty Mexican toppings rolled up in a warm tortilla, here are some great places to get tasty fajitas in Pittsburgh.
Best Oakland Eats
Oakland has no shortage of great places to eat. It's hard to get bored, since the menus and locations are as diverse as the student population!
Best Margaritas In Pittsburgh
When you think of Pittsburgh, Mexican food might not immediately come to mind. However, Pittsburgh's Mexican restaurants have some of the best margaritas you can find. You may have to be daring, though; it's not every day you'll find a margarita with egg whites in it!
Best Mexican Food In Pittsburgh
While the 'Burgh is nowhere near the Southwest, there are plenty of options for Tex-Mex food. Some crowd pleasers offer spicy homemade salsa, and sizzling fajitas and great Mexican beer selections.
Chef Bill Fuller: Mahi Pibil, Habanero-Pickled Red Onions, Mango Pico Di Gallo
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I sort of rescued Roy of the streets 7 months ago, so his age is unknown. I have went to a few vets and in general they said he is around 2 yrs by the look of his teeth. One of the oddest was a vet thought he is around 6 yrs!!
That was 7 months ago so he should be 2.7 years approximately. However, I feel he is younger than 2 years. His teeth are pretty small I think (could be a genetic thing). Here are some pics of his teeth. His height is 23.5". Length is 29.5". Quite short for his length, no? Weight is 64 lbs. How old do you think he is? |
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Based on teeth I would say 6-7 years old, but then again it could be they weren't taken care of before. I have a nine year old and her teeth have no tartar and one would think by her teeth she is two .
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Yeah I would guess older than 2-3 by the teeth, but they can sometimes be misleading. For example if a dog chews on hard objects often it can prematurely wear down the teeth.
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A Friday stroll around the SEC:
- Arkansas' Knile Davis has no plans to leave, and has already spoken to athletic director Jeff Long about the search for Bobby Petrino's replacement.
- Alabama's Nick Saban is excited to see his first teams go head-to-head in Saturday's spring game.
- Auburn's Trovon Reed is learning to manage big expectations.
- Antonio Goodwin's defense rests without calling Gene Chizik or Trooper Taylor to the stand.
- Darrington Sentimore has been hard to miss this spring at Tennessee.
- Athlon ranks the SEC quarterbacks in 2012, and Georgia's Aaron Murray is at the top of the list.
- Georgia's Mark Richt voices support for his offensive coordinator, Mike Bobo.
- Georgia athletic director Greg McGarity defends the school's strict drug testing policy for athletes.
- Missouri running back Kendial Lawrence welcomes good health.
- The Vanderbilt players select quarterback Jordan Rodgers and defensive end Walker May as team captains for the 2012 season.
- Florida strength and conditioning coach Jeff Dillman seeks to keep the Gators' momentum going in the offseason.
- Ole Miss' coaches think C.J. Johnson is destined for greatness at defensive end.
- Mississippi State's offense is looking for revenge in Friday night's scrimmage.
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Romney's flip flops have been all over the MA media lately, but McCain is doing the same thing. I suppose the most honest of them is Giulani (but even he flip flopped on partial-birth abortion). Nonetheless, given his relative honesty, I wonder if we'll see a Clinton-Giuliani race? Or is flip flopping no longer an issue for Republicans? http://www.fortwayne.com/mld/newssentinel/news/editorial/16739527.htm McCain used to dismiss Jerry Falwell as an "agent of intolerance," but tomorrow he will trek to a Florida religious convention to woo the guy. McCain, until recently, was pushing for a reform law that would require conservative groups to reveal their financial donors. But, after fielding protests from evangelical Christians and antiabortion activists, McCain decided last month to strip out the provision. McCain in 2000 assailed Bush's proposed tax cuts as a sop to the rich, and a year later, with Bush in office, he voted against those cuts, declaring that "the benefits go to the most fortunate among us, at the expense of middle-class Americans." But a year ago, he switched sides and voted to extend tax cuts for the wealthy. McCain in 1999 said that, "even in the long term," he would not support the repeal of Roe v. Wade because "thousands of young American women would be performing illegal and dangerous operations." But last November he said that he now favored repeal because "I don't believe the Supreme Court should be legislating in the way that they did on Roe v. Wade." ... McCain, who has long deplored negative politics, defended John Kerry in 2004 when the Democratic candidate's war record was being impugned by the Swift Boaters. But today, one of McCain's top advisers is GOP hardball specialist Terry Nelson, who has worked as a consultant with one of the principal Swift Boaters. Nelson also produced the notorious `06 TV ad that implied, in the Tennessee Senate race, that the black Democratic candidate cavorted with white women. McCain in 2006 suggested that creationism was not a fit topic for the schoolroom: "I respect those who think the world was created in seven days. Should it be taught as a science class? Probably not." But he suggested the opposite in 2005 ("all points of view should be presented"), and next Friday he is scheduled to be the keynote speaker at a confab sponsored by the Discovery Institute, a prominent creationism advocacy group.
I trust McCain, but his latest actions have kinda made him look like a typical guy trying to mold himself into something he's not, in order to win a nomination/presidency. I don't like that. Romney=carpet bagger fraud. I like some of his idea's, but do not like him. Giuliani is probably the best of the trio. Might be the straightest shooter anyway.
If I had to handicap the three, I'd say Giuliani has the best shot at the nomination. Romney shouldn't be forgotten. I think he'll do better than most think, but won't do good enough. Too fony. McCain might be an also ran.
doesn't sound like there's much confidence in any of them from the contingent here... it's a shame the lesser Bush brother got into the White House first... he's ruined it for everybody...
I don't agree with Rudi on too much, but he does seem the most trustworthy. McCain is starting to sound like Bush.
NEWT in '08 Romney doesn't have a chance Rudy is a liberal McCain sold out the GOP so many times, he could beat Bill CLinton in Arkansas Now Image if the Dems have to actually debate an articulate man, ouch.
The funniest thing I've ever seen was Newt interviewed by Ali G (the same guy who does Borat). He was making Newt spell his name, and asking him why people on welfare don't get raises after being on welfare for a while, like with other jobs.
mmm, because God knows they haven't had to the past two elections... but those results were in the bag... thanks to Kathy Harris and big sugar in Florida...
I trust Rudy the most. I'm a Dem, but I like him because he seems the most comfortable in his own skin. It takes a lot of courage to run as a pro-choice, pro-civil union Republican in this day and age.
Please tell me, what was the outcome of the New York Times/CNN (both left wing nut job outfits) recount of Florida? Bush won! If you want to alledge voter fraud, maybe you shouldn't use someone named "Daley" to be your spokesman. The DNC is involved in more voter fraud every year. They even get convicted of it! Why was it that when the Democrats won the last election, suddenly their were no voting "irregularities" suddenly all those inherit problems with those Diebolt machines went away.
Do not trust any candidate from either side of the aisle, no one has come up with anything fresh or different.. same old party politics and pandering to whoever is in the audience. In my life would like to see someone stand up, who is electable, who is really going to reduce the am't of gov't, reduce gov't, spending significantly, deal with the spread of influence via lobbyists, do taxes equitably and try to make peace in the world..
Well, that's not surprising since he's hired all of Bush's campaign people. McCain really seems to be trying to alter his persona to be more electable. Hillary is like that which is why she makes me want to piuk sometimes. All politicians have to be quasi frauds, it's the job, but when they really go off the deep end for politics, it makes me sick. McCain is looking that way. Too bad cuz he seems like a fair guy.
I agree 100%. His personal life is a little sketchy. Thing is, in politics these days, who's isn't? Sucks royally to me. I think presidential people should be role models. Silly me though. Anyway, back to Rudi, his personal crap aside, he is the most solid candidate of either side. Results oriented, and just as you said, very comfortable in his own skin. Being pro-choice, and pro-civil union (which I am the latter) will be interesting for the far right. Thing is, who are they going to vote for? Hillary? If she wins the nod, the far right will vote for Rudi just to vote against her. Sad, but that's today's politics. What I like about Rudi, and it's waaaaaaay early, is that his positions would probably result in the most progress. If an extremist gets in, we'd see a either a Dem bizarro of the last 6 years, or 4 more years of extreme partisanism.


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I was dusting off the screen of my phone with a microfibre cloth and a message a appeared that I had successfully taken a screencap and it was saved as an image. Sure enough I checked and there it was...wonder what I did. All google searches bring me to apps designed for screencaps... Sent from my SCH-I510 using DroidForums
Hold the Home key and the Back key to take Screen shots. Only drawback is when you are trying to take a pic in a place where the back button wants to actually go back. You can practice and get some shots before it goes back but it is very frustrating. I just got a copy of ShootMe apk from a google search and installed it on the this Charge. I have it set to take a pic when I shake the phone. Works great. PM me if you want a copy of ShootMe apk, I do not see a way to attach it on this forum. Or just Google it and there will be download sites.
That key combo actually brings up the task manager. It had to be some screw up I discovered... Lol Sent from my SCH-I510 using DroidForums
Yep, that is what I meant, what the above post says. But your profile says you have the htc incredible. We are talking about the droid charge. It does work on the charge.
Yeah, thats what did it...long press back key and radio home key. Thanks all. Sent from my SCH-I510 using DroidForums
I agree most of the time you either get task manager or it just goes back. I've given up on that feature lol however I have got it to work multiple times in the past Sent from my Gummy Charged GBE 2.0 using DroidForums
Easy to do on the Charge; thanks for the ShootMe suggestion. Gonna try it on my DINC2! The HTC Rezound has snapshot too. Wish it was built in all the Android devices. I want to contribute to www.damuautocorrect.com to get Android exposure instead off all those iPhone autocorrects....lol!!! Sent from my Xoom using DroidForums


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