The Excellent Evolution of ‘Bill and Ted Face the Music’

A conversation with director Dean Parisot and writers Ed Solomon and Chris Matheson about how they…

The Sly Psychology Behind Magicians’ Card Tricks

Is this your card? A recent study found that participants will select the suit or number…

Turns Out 4 ‘Blank’ Dead Sea Scrolls Actually Have Text

A new analysis revealed what scientists believe is a passage from the book of Ezekiel.

Netflix’s ‘Have a Good Trip’ Celebrates Psychedelics

Director Donick Cary discusses how he brought celebrities' internal experiences with acid, mushrooms, peyote, and ayahuasca…

Real-World Lessons From a ‘World of Warcraft’ Virtual Outbreak

Nearly 15 years ago, player responses to the "Corrupted Blood incident" helped researchers better account for…

The Secret to Blowing Massive Soap Bubbles

This physicist-approved recipe uses a dash of polymers to create world-record-scale bubbles.

At Last, Physicists Confirm the Fastest Way to Board a Plane

Turns out, letting slower passengers—like travelers with small children, or who need extra assistance—board first really…

Esports Gamers Experience the Same Stress as Pro Athletes

In the first study of its kind, researchers interviewed seven elite players of *Counter-Strike: Global Offensive*.

Ants Never Get Stuck in Traffic Jams. Here’s Why

Humans, take notes. 

Want to Find the Best Parking Spot? Do the Math

Here's how to strike the optimal balance of parking close to the entrance without wasting too…