Mythbusting Silencers
How loud is a "suppressed" gunshot? Does a silencer really muffle gunfire to whisper-like levels? It's time for mythbusting silencers.
Science & Technology
What Does Space Smell Like?
We think of space as vast emptiness, but even though you can't crack open a window to smell, astronauts have reported a unique odor. What does space smell like?
Cutting the Cable: A Practical Look at Streaming TV Quality vs. Cost
Does anyone like cable TV and its high cost? Streaming TV is a less expensive option, but does it work as well? We take the plunge and report the real deal...
What Aliens Learn From Satellite TV
As I write this, the Tau Cetites are enjoying their first decade of watching the Power Rangers. In the interest of learning, Tau Ceti is about 11.9 light years from Earth. While that's "reach out and touch someone" close in terms of cosmic distances, it's not even the closest star we know of with planets.
