Technology

4 Apps To Keep You Safe While You Walk Home

These clever apps will help you dismantle your post-bar crawl fears. (And the patriarchy while we're at it.)

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Techie Youth of America Restore our Faith in Humanity

In a riveting new documentary, Silicon Valley kids talk global warming, poverty and the limits of tech. Adults, take notes.

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iDumb: Kids Who Handwrite are Smarter Than Those Who Type

Neuroscientists have discovered that children who handwrite will learn faster than computer-clad kids.

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The Military’s Latest Sensational Project? Brain Chip Implants

Technology to physically prevent destructive neural pathways sounds awesome—and more than a little ominous.

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High on History: 4 Insane Electroshock Weapon Fails

The stun gun has nothing on the electric glove and (yes) electrified supersoaker.

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Crime...There's an App For That! Why Smart Ladies Should Consider Kitestring

A new (free!) service alerts emergency contacts when you could be in danger. Is it worth using?

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Save Money, Quit Therapy: New Game Offers Relief for Anxiety

Anxiety-sufferers may now be able to seek treatment without ever leaving the house.

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Say Hello to the Bright New Dawn of the Orgasm Machine

On behalf of science and clitoris-ly challenged lovers, we are proud to present...drum roll please

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