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58 percent off a quadcopter drone and other great deals happening today

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Gadgets The low-down on the day's best discounts. PopSci is always on the lookout for today's best deals. Our lists will be updated throughout the day, so check back to see if stumbled upon any awesome new discounts. via Popular Science "https://ift.tt/2YzO5ww"

Apple killed AirPower because a dead product is better than a bad one

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Gadgets Apple has "high standards" and couldn't get this wireless charging pad to meet them. RIP AirPower. We never even knew you. via Popular Science "https://ift.tt/2FFnGV4"

Quantum teleportation is real, but it's not what you think

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Science A commute so quick you could just die. A neat trick known as quantum teleportation could be the secret to super-secure data transfers—but it won't get you to work. via Popular Science "https://ift.tt/2WBzz5B"

Dual rotors could make the Defiant one of the world's fastest helicopters

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Technology This machine will challenge the way you think about chopper design. The Defiant sports a coaxial design and big pusher propeller in the back, for speed. via Popular Science "https://ift.tt/2FJpIox"

See what happens when tapeworms infest your brain

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Health A tragic case report shows the horrifying result when tapeworms don't stay confined to your intestines. Tapeworms are revolting no matter where you find them, but at least in your gut they’re where they belong. We are, unfortunately, their primary host and, as parasites,… via Popular Science "https://ift.tt/2TI9HDh"

A mysterious disease is ravaging Florida's coral, and now it might be spreading elsewhere

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Environment Even if it's not stony coral tissue loss disease, the reefs are in trouble. Recent reports suggest that stony coral tissue loss disease, which has ravaged Florida reefs over the last half-decade, has moved into the Caribbean. via Popular Science "https://ift.tt/2UigJmh"

Last week in tech: New Apple services, a super-strong robotic ostrich, and more

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Technology This isn't just content—it's content plus. Look back at all the week's big news stories and check out the latest edition of the Techathlon podcast. via Popular Science "https://ift.tt/2YzA6Xr"

Daily Deal - Nobunaga's Ambition Franchise Sale, up to 40% Off

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Today's Deal: Today is Nobunaga's Ambition's Day in Japan. Save up to 40% on the Nobunaga's Ambition Franchise !* Look for the deals each day on the front page of Steam. Or follow us on twitter or Facebook for instant notifications wherever you are! *Offer ends Sunday at 10AM Pacific Time via Steam RSS News Feed "https://ift.tt/2uyAF5Q"

Daily Deal - BIGBEN Publisher Sale, up to 90% Off

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Today's Deal: Save up to 90% during the BIGBEN Publisher Sale !* Look for the deals each day on the front page of Steam. Or follow us on twitter or Facebook for instant notifications wherever you are! *Offer ends Sunday at 10AM Pacific Time via Steam RSS News Feed "https://ift.tt/2HYVdMY"

Keeping up with climate change: the latest news in one place

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Environment 10 things we learned about climate change this month. The climate is changing fast. Here's everything you need to keep up with environmental science. via Popular Science "https://ift.tt/2tIpBmg"

Four food pranks for office life on April 1

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DIY Be amusing, not irritating. We love pranks as much as anybody, but in an office environment there’s a fine line between funny and annoying. That’s why we’ve drawn up this short list of simple,… via Popular Science "https://ift.tt/2JOHoTS"

The FDA is finally updating its decades-old mammogram standards

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Health Radiologists must now report a patient's breast density, which can complicate diagnosis. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced this week that it is proposing regulations which would require that patient reports include additional information about… via Popular Science "https://ift.tt/2uw4uEp"