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Antarctica's mysterious ice holes are finally making sense

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Environment Seals and robots are on the case. Winter in Antarctica is frigid, persistently dark, violently stormy, and, at least in some years, home to puzzling holes in the sea ice. Known as polynyas, these strange… via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2WGmCMo"

It’s time to delete most of your apps

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Technology Unused apps on your phone can do more harm than simply taking up space. Apps are amazing, but getting rid of them sure feels great. via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2KaG110"

Pay what you want for 40 hours of Microsoft Excel training

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Dive into data with this affordable education Dive into data with this affordable education and pay what you want for 40 hours of Microsoft Excel training. via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2R2qf96"

How to make the perfect french fry, according to science

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Science The key is a crispy exterior and a soft interior. What happens during cooking that turns a humble potato into the perfect french fry? Chef Jet Tila and food scientist Dr. Arielle Johnson break down the science of french… via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2X7crzS"

Smart ways to manage updates on Windows and macOS

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DIY Updates: They're what computers crave. Both Windows and macOS let you take control of how you download and install important updates—here's what you need to know. via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2IvudTN"

The chickenpox vaccine keeps kids safe from more than just itchy red spots

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Health Shingles is even less fun than it sounds. Chickenpox used to be practically a childhood rite. You'd sleep on the couch, lie about not scratching your spots, get an oatmeal bath—it was a whole thing. But since… via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2I7T4y8"

Daily Deal - God's Trigger, 25% Off

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Today's Deal: Save 25% on God's Trigger !* 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 "http://bit.ly/2MGuFUA"

Daily Deal - Commander Keen, 82% Off

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Today's Deal: Save 82% on Commander Keen !* 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 Wednesday at 10AM Pacific Time via Steam RSS News Feed "http://bit.ly/2K8hEku"

Up to 30 percent off Greenworks lawn gear and other sweet deals happening today

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Gadgets The low-down on the day's best bargains. 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 "http://bit.ly/2X09D7t"

Steak made from insect meat? Yum!

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Nexus Media News One scientist’s quest to turn lab-grow insect protein into burgers and bratwursts. The meat industry is a major contributor to climate pollution. One scientist has a buggy idea for how to change that. via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2WUnVqf"

Techathlon podcast: Classic messenger sounds, Apple’s fanciest Mac, and the week’s biggest tech news

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Technology Have fun and learn about tech at the same time. The most fun you can have with a podcast that doesn't have anyone famous on it. via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2X7uOER"

This star system could help us understand how baby planets grow up

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Space Scientists directly imaged two embryonic exoplanets 370 light-years away. A team of astronomers announced the discovery of a two-planet star system 370 light-years away. It’s one of the only multi-planet systems scientists have ever directly… via Popular Science "http://bit.ly/2KFHpbm"