science

  • How to Estimate Distance Using Just Your Thumb

    How to Estimate Distance Using Just Your Thumb

    One of the most frustrating hobbies I ever took up was archery, but not because it’s hard to hit a target on the wall (it is, but I got pretty good at that). My problem was that one of the popular ways to go out and have fun with archery was to do “3D shoots,”…


  • 11 of the Best Ways to Identify Wild Mushrooms

    11 of the Best Ways to Identify Wild Mushrooms

    Have you noticed the world getting a little more obsessed with mushrooms lately? Maybe you steer clear of wild mushrooms entirely because you don’t have a clue what’s delectable, what’s psychedelic, and what’s deadly — but it’s not a bad idea to start studying up on the mushrooms around you. The following resources can help…


  • Just Like Humans, Dogs Thrive When They Have Friends

    Just Like Humans, Dogs Thrive When They Have Friends

    Recent research shows that dogs and humans have a lot in common when it comes to staying healthy. The study — a large survey of dog owners and their pups — found several key environmental factors linked to better health and longevity in dogs, such as a strong social network. The results are the latest…