When NASA’s Solar Probe Plus launches before the end of the decade, it will carry a suite of cutting-edge scientific instruments. Only one–the Solar Wind Electrons Alphas and Protons Investigation (SWEAP)–will directly sample the Sun’s outer atmosphere.

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Puffer fish (Tetraodontidae) are masters of self-defense. When threatened they blow up like a balloon. Not only does this make them harder to swallow, but […]

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Scientists from the Smithsonian and University of British Columbia have discovered a sensory organ in the chin of rorqual whales that communicates to the brain. It orchestrates the dramatic adjustments needed in jaw position and throat-pouch expansion to make lunge feeding successful

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Many animals change sex at some point in their lives, often after reaching a certain size. Snails called slipper limpets begin life as males, and […]

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Smithsonian scientists have joined NASA and other organizations this summer to do something incredible: launch a spacecraft, the Parker Solar Probe, into space and have […]

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Tom Crouch, Senior curator in the National Air and Space Museum's Aeronautics Division, discusses Thaddeus Lowe and the birth of American aerial reconnaissance during the Civil War. This presentation was recorded on May 11, 2011 on the National Mall.

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Meet Smithsonian scientist Justin Touchon, a National Science Foundation (NSF) postdoctoral researcher at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute in Panama.

Justin's work focuses on developmental ecology and reproductive plasticity of the hourglass treefrog (Dendropsophus ebraccatus) and red-eyed treefrog (Agalychnis callidryas). Justin and his advisor, Karen Warkentin, were the first to have witnessed the frogs laying eggs in water, in addition to doing so on land -- something with major implications for the evolutionary biology of similar creatures.

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When Sara Altschule took a 23andMe ancestry test, the results confirmed what she already suspected - She is 77 percent Ashkenazi Jewish.

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Shoppers at Aldi have been warned of voucher scam circulating on social media.

A recent study by the World Watch Institute reports explosive sales growth in compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs. This is great news for the climate with a p

Technology projects a touchscreen onto your hand, clothes, a wall, or any surface, so you can operate your phone without removing it from your pocket.

Former Hell's Angel Tim Medvetz plays the role of motivational 'bus driver' to a group of unlikely adventurers.

This California hotel that our food blogger stayed goes beyond LEED certification in its sustainability initiatives.

Jackie Nelson and Evan Streusand's company Highway Robery brings sustainability and a fun, sustainable vibe to lounging around.

ames Beard Award winner Elissa Altman's book about her relationships with food and those she loves is a bargain right now for Kindle.

A rampant scam can add $20 more to your phone bill if you hit redial. Make sure your kids know not to call the scammers back.

Tired of throwing away so many food pouches? These reusable ones might help solve your problem.

NASA's Parker Solar Probe is exploring the sun's scorching outer atmosphere.

DIY Christmas ornaments add nature to your decorations

A new study has found that most plants are extremely sensitive to touch, and even a light touch can significantly stunt their growth.

Experts say we make it easy for germs to invade by touching our eyes, nose and mouth.

Some devices can already share files by touching, but soon they'll also be able to share power.

Without human touch, we lose one of our most effective ways to empathize with one another.

Seagulls prefer to eat food that people have handled first.

Worth Avenue Yachts is delighted to announce that an additional three stunning yachts have joined their global sales fleet in December. BAYOU, TOUCH and LIVY LOU are the newest central agency listings on the ever-expanding range of yachts for sale.

ISSI partners with KnowledgeLake to offer Robotic Process Automation (RPA) technology to further minimize human intervention in document and data entry-intensive processes for AP, AR, HR, Legal, and beyond

Florida-based company will release new no-contact printer aimed at commercial kitchens and laboratories.

Featuring new user experiences and updated industrial design, three new JTouch models, INF6540e, INF7540e, INF8640e, provide flexible and collaborative touchscreen solutions specifically designed to meet the unique needs of any team or space.

Dr. Rouchell has been endorsed by Marquis Who's Who as a leader in the fields of psychiatry and academia

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OneTouchServices is proud to announce that their redesigned website has successfully launched. Providing services on every level of IT and Data Technology, the company is pleased to offer a newly designed, easy-to-navigate site for their customers.

Barbara Hardie, award-winning author and founder of Angel Connections, is concerned about the battle of opposing viewpoints on some important human issues. If you are interested in the spiritual laws regarding these matters, you need to read on.

IT and computer repair specialists, One Touch Services, opened their new Bagshot store on Saturday, November 11th 2017. One Touch Services supplies complete, professional IT support and computer repairs via an experienced staff.

TouchMD™ is providing its patient centered, technology platform cost free to medical providers and patients to continue medical care by way of telehealth, teleconferences, and e-visits.

Cloud native OpenID platform enables true horizontal scalability for the world's most challenging web and mobile authentication use cases.

Restaurants and retail businesses can safely remain open during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown using Humdinner's no-touch multi-lane drive-thru system.

For true fans, getting to prove their love for the KING, is possible in an eye-opening, and maybe even shocking new way. Swiss start-up SKIN46 brings this to life by giving the chance to have a tattoo made with the biogenic material of Elvis Presley.

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There is a lot to be said for the therapeutic benefits of sewing. Life has certainly been challenging lately. Concern over elderly family members and family members with high risk medical conditions, together with working long hours, has left little energy or inclination to be creative. I knew I needed a colourful scrappy project to... 

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Hospitality technology fuels hotel chain growth

Petrol prices touch record levels in Delhi and Mumbai

Reserves rose by $2.34 billion during the week under review.

Which would you prefer? A manual workflow that requires you to deal with your photos every day, or the fully automated version that will automagically surface only your best photos to you? On this episode Chris looks at automated photo management compared to manual photo management, two very different approaches that both have their right … Continue reading "868 Never Touch a Photo Again"

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A flyout list menu with top level links and a close menu icon for the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch.

A droplist menu with top level links and a close menu tab for the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch.

A pulldown panel containing a droplist menu using just CSS and suitable for the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch.

Using an image to close any open sub menus on the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch.

Adapting the Anywidth dropdown/flyout menu to work on the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch.