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A Trump administration pilot program aims for three nuclear startups to reach a key milestone by July 4, 2026. Valar Atomics says it’s the first to do so—but it had some help.

Which film camera should you get? Which films are the best? We demystify the world of analog photography to help you get started.

This week on Uncanny Valley, we break down how one of the most common card shufflers could be altered to cheat, and why that matters—even for those who don’t frequent the poker table.

Unusually warm ocean temperatures fueled one of the worst hurricanes on record. New research finds climate change increased the storm’s likelihood.

Whether for bird-watching or baseball-spotting, we break down prices and specs to find the best pair for you.

Two mathematicians have proved that a straightforward question—how hard is it to untie a knot?—has a complicated answer.

“Anomalous” heat flow, which at first appears to violate the second law of thermodynamics, gives physicists a way to detect quantum entanglement without destroying it.

The Thanksgiving turkey cook should probably move outside, but don't be distracted by the bad rep of deep-fried turkey.

I’m testing smart home gear and high-tech party gadgets at every holiday party I host and attend. Here’s how to automate the little things so you can actually enjoy the seasonal vibes this year.

Driving a spacecraft around a planet isn’t anything like driving on a planet. A physicist explains orbital navigation.

The math behind even the simplest ocean waves is notoriously uncooperative. A team of Italian mathematicians has made major advances toward understanding it.

The same pulling force that causes “tears” in a glass of wine also shapes embryos. It’s another example of how genes exploit mechanical forces for growth and development.