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Watch a corpse-scented penis-flower bloom in real time
Why go to Belgium or D.C. to watch a smelly flower bloom? Instead, watch it on the live feed, which is virtually odorless.
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This pavilion was 3D-printed by 6,500 silkworms
We expect MIT researchers to be innovators in 3D printing. We do not necessarily expect the same of caterpillars.
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Oysters, reefs, and swamps protect billions worth of real estate — for free
Without natural barriers, twice as much U.S. coastline will be highly exposed to climate risks.
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1930s amphibious bike rides through water, but sadly not through time
This bike is perfect for dealing with climate change.
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Best date ever: Visit every subway stop in Manhattan
One unconscionably hot day last week, James Doernberg, 20, and Kai Jordan, 18, went on an adventure together.
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Is Solar Cheaper Than Grid Electricity? Yes. And No.
The word “parity” is to the solar advocate as the word “abracadabra” is to the magician. Through it, all things are possible. But there’s really two kinds of solar parity with electricity prices, and the difference is significant. Take this article from Renewable Energy World last month. It claims that solar installations in New Mexico […]
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Seas may rise 10 yards during centuries ahead
Even if the world manages to limit global warming to 2 degrees Celsius, the seas will rise five yards, scientists report in a new study.
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Gorgeous, super-rare cloud looks like a rainbow portal
It's a meteorological phenomenon produced by pure magic.
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Grist mix-a-lot: Readers create audio love letter to parks
We asked our park- and party-loving readers to share their favorite songs for chilling outside.
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Turf war: In the battle for our crops, superweeds are winning
The biotech companies told us that GMO crops would save us, but they’ve just created new monsters. Perhaps it’s time for a new approach.
