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These simple earbuds are the wireless, noise-cancelling solution you've been looking for

Incredible audio quality for less than $45

By Stack Commerce 50 minutes ago

These simple earbuds are the wireless, noise-cancelling solution you've been looking for. The incredible audio quality is available for less than $45.
Space

Massive atmospheric wave on Venus could explain the planet's weird rotation

More than a light Venusian breeze.

By Mary Beth Griggs 1 hour ago

Venus’ rotation has always been weird. Estimates of it have changed over time, much to the puzzlement of scientists.
Technology

Instagram TV is pulling us ever closer to a future full of tall videos

Moving images have historically been wide, but smartphones are changing that.

By Stan Horaczek 2 hours ago

Instagram TV is bringing long-form content to vertical video.
Science

Why our brains see the world as ‘us’ versus ‘them’—and what to do about it

Our brains are wired to build walls, but we do our best work when we knock them down.

Leslie Henderson/The Conversation 2 hours ago

Even within species, is there something in our neural circuits that leads us to find comfort in those like us and unease with those who may differ?