A handful of Republicans joined Democrats to allow the measure to move forward, reflecting concerns in both parties about the administration’s strategy. By Robert Jimison and Megan Mineiro Reporting ...

It isn’t practical to carry a dedicated toolkit for every quick measurement. However, your phone is already equipped with most of the things you need, and it is easy to turn it into a handy multi-tool ...

“In this image, I’m collecting faecal samples from Adélie penguins (Pygoscelis adeliae) on Horseshoe Island, off the Antarctic Peninsula at about 68° S. As an analytical chemist, my research focuses ...

Regarding that 111% raise the Butte County supervisors gave themselves just four months after their Measure H sales tax increase took effect — giving Chico and Oroville a higher sales tax than ...

Multiplying two analog signals involves the use of analog multipliers, usually implemented by using log and antilog circuit blocks or the Gilbert cell. Today, the most common technique used to ...

What just happened? Engineers at the University of California, Santa Cruz, have developed a method for measuring heart rates that requires no wristband, smartwatch, or medical device. Instead, the ...

If you've ever found yourself wanting to measure something but don't have a ruler or tape measure on hand, measuring apps on your phone can come to the rescue. They range from the fairly simple to ...

The Trump administration is preparing to use tariffs and travel bans as reprisals against countries that support an upcoming agreement to put fees on shipping pollution. Those moves, outlined in an ...

When it comes to dangerous garage tools, few inspire more wide‑eyed respect and sweaty palms than the angle grinder. Imagine a compact powerhead spinning at up to 11,000 rpm with sparks flying in all ...

Nick is a Features author who's been writing for fellow tech geeks since 2011. While he's mostly focused on phones, he's also thrilled by cameras and audio gear of all shapes and sizes. On weekends, ...

Assistant Professor of U.S. History, Texas A&M University If this all feels exceptional, it should. Governors typically activate their own state troops, as Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said he would do on ...

Tape measures' combination of being straightforward in their functionality and engineering are what have made them must-haves for any home tool kit. In fact, unless you use them professionally, there ...