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The Ethics of Why You Should Definitely Watch Shark Week

The Ethics of Why You Should Definitely Watch Shark Week

You should be watching Shark Week. The post The Ethics of Why You Should Definitely Watch Shark Week appeared first on WIRED.

A Knock on the Head Can Give You the British Accent of Your Dreams

A Knock on the Head Can Give You the British Accent of Your Dreams

A Texas woman got jaw surgery and wound up with a British accent. Sounds legit. The post A Knock on the Head Can Give You the British Accent of Your Dreams appeared first on WIRED.

Brexit Could Make Space Boffins All Topsy Wopsy, Innit?

Brexit Could Make Space Boffins All Topsy Wopsy, Innit?

Space transcends political boundaries, but access to it is still subject to the decisions made here on Earth. The post Brexit Could Make Space Boffins All Topsy Wopsy, Innit? appeared first on WIRED.

Scientists Are Trying to Make Nuclear Fusion With Frickin’ Lasers

Scientists Are Trying to Make Nuclear Fusion With Frickin’ Lasers

A report released in May questioned whether the so-called National Ignition Facility would ever meet its goal. The post Scientists Are Trying to Make Nuclear Fusion With Frickin' Lasers appeared first on WIRED.

In the Science of Civilizations, Brexit Is the European Union’s Reckoning

In the Science of Civilizations, Brexit Is the European Union’s Reckoning

Scientists who study long term trends in civilizations say the Brexit vote is a symptom of larger problems within the European Union. The post In the Science of Civilizations, Brexit Is the European Union's Reckoning appeared first on WIRED.

NASA’s New X-57 Electric Plane Looks Goofy But Packs Some Sweet Tech

NASA’s New X-57 Electric Plane Looks Goofy But Packs Some Sweet Tech

The X-57's version of shifting into high gear is shutting off its 12 small engines and letting their propellers fold back to become flush with the wing. The post NASA's New X-57 Electric Plane Looks Goofy But Packs Some Sweet Tech appeared first on WIRED.

Deep Thunder Can Forecast the Weather—Down to a City Block

Deep Thunder Can Forecast the Weather—Down to a City Block

Want to know which way the wind blows? IBM's new Deep Thunder tool combines the Weather Channel's data and forecasting with analytics for business applications. The post Deep Thunder Can Forecast the Weather—Down to a City Block appeared first on WIRED.

Hot Tips For the Next Disruptive Blood Testing Unicorn

Hot Tips For the Next Disruptive Blood Testing Unicorn

Biotechnology can work just fine in Silicon Valley, as long as companies know when to pump the brakes. The post Hot Tips For the Next Disruptive Blood Testing Unicorn appeared first on WIRED.

Here’s What Happens Inside the Mind of a Filibusterer

Here’s What Happens Inside the Mind of a Filibusterer

What happens to a person who talks for hours on end? The post Here's What Happens Inside the Mind of a Filibusterer appeared first on WIRED.

SpaceX Is Totally Gonna Land a Rocket on a Drone Boat Again. Right? Right?

SpaceX Is Totally Gonna Land a Rocket on a Drone Boat Again. Right? Right?

If they do, I'm pretty sure I heard Elon promise he's buying everyone a drink. The post SpaceX Is Totally Gonna Land a Rocket on a Drone Boat Again. Right? Right? appeared first on WIRED.