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Why the metric system matters

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For the majority of recorded human history, units like the weight of a grain or the length of a hand weren't exact and varied from place to place.

The Death Of Bees Explained

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In 2015 the bees are still dying in masses. Which at first seems not very important until you realize that one third of all food humans consume would disappear with them. Millions could starve.

Why Salt & Pepper?

AdultsFoodHistoryCulture
They sit with us at every meal, but why?

Rosalind Franklin: DNA's unsung hero - Claudio L. Guerra

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The discovery of the structure of DNA was one of the most important scientific achievements in human history.

GoPro: Creating Fire Rain - A Steel Wool Experiment

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Rob Nelson and Jonas Stenstom from Untamed Science take us through the process of using steel wool and long exposure to create a fire rain photo.

Mark Lesek: A New and Old Prosthetic

AdultsDisabilityTechnologyHealth
Mark lost his arm several years ago. Now his search for a better prosthetic could improve the lives of amputees everywhere.

Quick Family Pizza | Jamie, Petal & Buddy Oliver

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This is a brilliant cheats pizza that your kids will love to make and eat with you. No need to wait for the dough to prove and ready to serve in 10 mins - it's a tasty treat which can be topped with sneaky goodness too. Perfect for some half-term fun!

Can You Start a Fire with a Sandwich Bag?

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Did you know you can start a fire with a ziploc bag, a bit of water, and the power of the sun? Here's how to do it step-by-step.

Introducing the self-driving bicycle in the Netherlands

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This spring, Google introduced the self-driving bicycle in Amsterdam, the world's premier cycling city. The Dutch cycle more than any other nation in the world, almost 900 kilometres per year per person, amounting to over 15 billion kilometres annually. The self-driving bicycle enables safe navigation through the city for Amsterdam residents, and furthers Google's ambition to improve urban mobility with technology. Google Netherlands takes enormous pride in the fact that a Dutch team worked on this innovation that will have great impact in their home country.

GoBone

AdultsPetsTechnology
The GoBone keeps your dog entertained while you're busy and opens up a whole new world of play when you're together.

FarmBot Genesis

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FarmBot Genesis is humanity's first open-source CNC farming machine designed for at-home automated food production.

How To Make Raita 3 Ways | Awesome Yoghurt Dressings for Curries

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These amazingly healthy yoghurt dressings are a great way to balance out the spice in your dish. Raita is a yoghurt based dressing, often combined with raw vegetables and herbs. These three variations on the classic raita are easy to make and completely fat free!

Researchers Use Google Glass for Autistic Kids

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Stanford researchers are using Google Glass to help autistic children analyze faces in real time to interpret facial expressions. Google stopped producing the headset last year but the device has found new life among medical researchers.

5 Hidden Gems for Travelers On A Budget

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Go out and find your own hidden gems.

Salad Isn't Always Good For You

AdultsFoodHealthNutrition
But what actually is in a salad?

Electric mountain bike eats hills for breakfast

AdultsSportsTechnology
Chris Nolte of Propel Bikes let us try out Haibike Xduro's electric mountain bike around Prospect Park in Brooklyn. It was an aggressive, muddy adventure.

Why is Mt. Everest so Deadly? | Mashable Explains

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Here's a rundown of the most common ways people have died attempting to summit Mt. Everest.

McLaren 675LT vs. a Bicycle | Mashable

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Filmmakers Casey Neistat and Lucas Brunelle compete in a race through the streets of New York City. Behind the wheel of a McLaren 675LT, Casey gives us a play-by-play of what it's like to race a bicycle in midday traffic.

Are You More Forgetful Than A Fish?

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How smart can fish actually be?

Pokemon GO - Get Up and Go!

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Now's your chance to discover and capture the Pokemon all around you-so put your shoes on, step outside, and explore the world with Pokemon GO. You'll join one of three teams and battle for the prestige and ownership of Gyms with your Pokemon at your side.

This Farm of the Future Uses No Soil and 95% Less Water

AdultsFoodTechnologyEnvironment
As urban populations continue to rise, innovators are looking beyond traditional farming as a way to feed everyone while having less impact on our land and water resources. Vertical farming is one solution that's been implemented around the world.