Matthew Reitman

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Underwater Robot Helps Monitor Arctic Ice Shelf Collapse

Researchers are relying on the bots for mapping changes underneath the ice in Antarctica.

Coach Set to Dominate Modern Luxury Market With Kate Spade Purchase

Chief executive Victor Luis reveals plans for the fashion conglomerate after Monday's acquisition.

Amazon Unveils the Echo Show, an Alexa-Powered Touchscreen

The latest Alexa device will cost $230 and ships June 28.

Parasite Can Hijack Its Host’s Brain by Burrowing Into Its Eye

New study shows how eye flukes can control the behavior of their host from within.

Bill Clinton and James Patterson Are Writing a Thriller Together

The former President and the best-selling author announced the joint novel.

Milo Yiannopoulos to Self-Publish Memoir—and Sue Simon & Schuster for $10 Million

The alt-right personality's book was dropped by the publisher after his controversial child abuse comments.

SpaceX Is Building a Network of Internet-Providing Satellites

Elon Musk's company outlined its plan for the satellite network to the U.S. Senate on Thursday.

This Bra Is Designed to Detect Breast Cancer

An 18-year-old made the Eva bra to help alert women to early warning signs.

The Fidget Spinner Inventor Isn’t Making Money Off the Popular Toy Craze

Catherine Hettinger created the plastic toy 20 years ago, but she couldn't afford to renew the patent before it became a sweeping fad.

Brain Interfaces Can Open Private Data to Hackers

Despite their high-tech nature, brainwave readers have cybersecurity flaw just like other devices.

Cursing Can Make You Stronger, Scientists Swear

A psychologist as confirmed repeating profanities out loud can boost strength.

New Concept Designs Revealed for ‘Star Wars’ Creator George Lucas’ Museum

The new plans for the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art set to make L.A. look more like Coruscant.

Cells from Baker’s Yeast Used to Produce Penicillin

The yeast could produce more effective antibiotics to fight drug-resistant bacteria.

Apple-Picking Robots Toughen Job Competition For Farmers

Orchards are turning to automation when seasonal labor is more difficult to find.

‘Giant Sequoia Skyscraper’ Concept Proposes Building Inside the World’s Largest Trees

By using the redwood as a facade, the skyscraper would prevent the tree from falling over while serving as a space for research and education.

Obama Presidential Library Concept Designs Revealed

The Obama Foundation unveiled its vision for the multi-purpose center in Chicago.