In August, a team of mathematicians posted a paper claiming to solve a major problem in algebraic geometry — using entirely alien techniques. It instantly captivated the field, stoking excitement in ...

Chatbots can be overly agreeable. To get less agreeable responses, ask for opposing viewpoints, multiple perspectives, and a ...

Many of us are spending more time than ever glued to devices including laptops and mobile phones, and along with contributing to shorter attention span and reduced activity levels, it may also be ...

Flossing is a core part of any daily oral health routine, and there are a lot of tools out there that claim to do the job. So, does it matter if you clean between your teeth with string floss or ...

We all know the feeling of waking up with a pounding headache and queasy tummy after a big night out. But most people don't think about the long-term impact alcohol and cigarettes have on your ...

If you go without water for too long, you can experience dehydration, which can cause lightheadedness, fatigue, low blood pressure, heart palpitations, and death. Most people can only survive about ...

Is it better to drive into a spot or back into it? The answer is backing in—and that might or might not surprise you. While reversing into a parking spot can be tricky for first-timers, with practice, ...

Editor’s Note: This is one of Popular Mechanics’ greatest stories. It was initially published in December 2022. On December 9, 2013, 13-year-old Jahi McMath was checked in to Oakland Children’s ...

New research suggests that exercise may not just make us feel younger—it could actually slow or even reverse the body’s molecular clock. By looking at DNA markers of aging, scientists found that ...

Hedy Phillips is a freelance lifestyle writer based in New York. While she's not writing on topics like living on a budget and tips for city dwelling, she can usually be found at a concert or ...

A new study that included over half a million people has uncovered evidence we think may surprise you: Just four heart attack risk factors are linked "to nearly every heart attack," says Michelle ...

Gas can be painful, but there are many ways to remove it from your stomach instantly. You may try over-the-counter (OTC) medications, avoid certain foods, and eat more slowly. Most people pass gas ...