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Trinchero Family Estates in Napa Valley, California wanted to make sure it was watering its grapes just the right amount, so they worked with Ceres Imaging to map their fields. Ceres used fixed-wing aircraft to capture color, thermal, and infrared images of the vineyard, and they used artificial intelligence to analyze those images to see if the wine producer was overwatering its grapes. It turns out that, in parts of the vineyard, Trinchero was....

The launch represents a major milestone in the country’s literal and figurative ascendance as a space superpower, and comes barely two weeks after the successful launch of NASA’s unmanned Artemis I launch, the first in a series leading to Americans’ return to the lunar surface. As reported by The New York Times and elsewhere, the newcomers will finish installing facilities and equipment aboard Tiangong in near-zero gravity as the station travels in low-Earth orbit roughly 240 miles above the planet’s surface....

This story originally featured on The Conversation. As bushfires in New South Wales, Australia, are finally contained, attention is turning to nature’s recovery. Green shoots are sprouting and animals are returning. But we must accept that in some cases, the bush may never return to its former state. We’ve all read the devastating figures of destruction this fire season. More than 11 million hectares of land burned across the country over a period of about six months....

The source of this meme is a just-published study in Evolution and Human Behavior in which ninety-eight young men—most of them Harvard students—were given $250 to either save or “invest” in a game of chance. The ones who took the most risk, the researchers found, were the ones with the highest levels of testosterone in their saliva. Risk-takers also had more masculine facial features, perhaps because square jaws and bigger cranial bones are thought to be a proxy for testosterone exposure during puberty....

In fact, in addition to being a practical and convenient way to check in on little ones, baby monitors give parents the freedom to take care of their other duties with peace of mind: They’re always just one cry, coo, or cough away from being by their baby’s side. Understanding your family’s living situation and personal preferences is key to picking the best baby monitor camera and baby items for you, so here are some things to take into consideration....

Best puppy puzzle: KONG Puppy ToyBest adaptable dog puzzle: Fable Pets’ The Game Best adolescent dog puzzle: Outward Hound Hide-A-SquirrelBest senior dog puzzle: Playology Silver Dental Rope Best easy dog puzzle: PAW5 Wooly Snuffle Mat Best medium difficulty dog puzzle: Nina Ottosson Dog Brick Interactive Puzzle Best hard dog puzzle: Nina Ottosson MultiPuzzle Toy for Experts Best budget-friendly dog puzzle: Omega Paw Tricky Treat Ball How to choose the best dog puzzles for your pup If you’re a dog lover, chances are you already know that, like humans, dogs are intelligent creatures....

Best elliptical machine overall: Schwinn 430 Elliptical MachineBest elliptical machine—splurge: Sole Fitness E25 Elliptical MachineBest elliptical machine—foldable: NordicTrack Spacesaver SE7i Elliptical TrainerBest hybrid elliptical trainer: ProForm Hybrid TrainerBest budget elliptical trainer: Horizon Fitness EX-59 Elliptical What to look for when shopping for the best elliptical A spec sheet with lots of bells and whistles can be hard to resist. But, you’ll want to make sure that the features offered to match your needs and your budgetary constraints....

Screens and sound systems are the most commonly discussed pieces of hardware when it comes to gaming rigs, but an equally important and often overlooked element is the gaming chair itself. Built to support players through the most grueling sessions, a proper gaming chair is an easy piece to add to your setup that’s essential if you’re looking to break the fourth wall while sitting in comfort rivaled only by the best recliners, bucket seats, and movie theater chairs....

Best overall: Char-Broil 463377319 Performance 4-Burner Gas GrillBest natural gas: Weber Genesis E-325S Natural Gas GrillBest dual-fuel: BLOSSOMZ Dual Fuel Combination Charcoal/Gas GrillBest for first-time homeowners: Weber 44010001 Spirit II E-210 2-Burner Liquid Propane GrillBest portable: Char-Broil Portable 240 Liquid Propane Gas GrillBest budget: American Gourmet Char-Broil Classic 360 3-Burner Liquid Propane Gas Grill How we chose the best gas grills When the weather gets warm, you’ll find the entire PopSci gear team heating up the grill and throwing on kebabs, corn, steak, and other foods that are tastier simply by being made on the grill....

Best dog water fountain: PetSafe Healthy Pet Gravity Food or Water StationBest cat water fountain: Eufy Water FountainEasiest to clean: PetSafe Drinkwell Original Pet FountainBest high-capacity water fountain: PetSafe Drinkwell PlatinumBest budget: Wonder Creature Cat Water Fountain What to consider when shopping for the best pet water fountain Pet water fountains provide a set-it-and-forget-it watering option. Most, though not all, models have a built-in filtration system to remove hair and debris from drinking water....

These projectors offer surprisingly capable combinations of tech features that capitalize on crisp definition, Apollonian illumination, dynamic sound, and the connectivity you need for nightly use. Most hook into your laptop using an HDMI cable, while some pair wirelessly through your home Wi-Fi network. For audio, many pair with speakers via aux connections, and sometimes Bluetooth as well. At the $200 price point, few projectors have the capacity to link to a laptop for video over Bluetooth, and many may not hook into your premium sound systems, such as certain Bose home audio devices....

Shape. If you have a traditionally shaped rectangular or square rug, we recommend grabbing a pair of corner grips. These adhesives are a great way to secure your decor to the floor in an inconspicuous way. Most corner grippers are super thin, so you won’t notice any additional inflation when you walk. For smaller rugs, four grippers will suffice, but if you’re worried about other edges, opt for an eight-piece kit to reinforce the stickiness with auxiliary units to line the edges....

Easy cleaning. One of the benefits of silicone baking sheets is that they withstand heat and water, including the inside of your dishwasher. Generally, silicone sheets are safe to pop in the dishwasher, but you can also check to see if boiling is a safe method for removing any smells or flavors your baking sheets may have absorbed from the foods you cook. This can keep your sheets clean and taste-neutral for years to come....

Skiing is not a simple sport, especially when you consider all the preparation needed. It can be a good idea to rent some of your ski equipment; this can be particularly smart if you are new to skiing or don’t ski often. However, when it comes to protecting your eyes, it’s always recommended you purchase your own ski goggles. While it’s possible in some places to rent them, it’s not commonplace everywhere and often it’s more expensive than it’s worth....

The fact is that the best storage bins for your home (and your life) are out there, you just have to know what to look for and what you want (for example, is an eyesore-y storage box fine if it gets the job done, or would you prefer decorative storage bins you don’t have to hide)? Fear not: We’ve got the storage solutions to all your clutter problems, and answers to your most burning questions....

Obviously, toys come in all shapes and sizes—from stuffed animals to Lego kingdoms, any type of toy storage must be able to fit both soft and (rock) hard playthings. Beyond efficiency, the best kind of storage solutions are also stylish—because, aesthetically speaking, the more a kids’ toy box blends in, the better. Ahead, how to find the best toy organizer for your home—and, thus, finally prevail over all that clutter....

Dependable excellence: OXO Good Grips Swivel Peeler If you want a simple workhorse of a peeler for everything from zucchini to apples, this twin-blade swiveler is sturdy and reliable. The ergonomic rubber handle is wide and grippy enough to send peels flying—but not your carrots and yams. A built-in blemish remover easily digs out potato eyes or that weird spot in your turnip much more efficiently than trying to cut around it with a knife....

“The future of the auto industry is electric — and made in America,” Biden said in a tweet earlier today. Along with the executive order, he noted that he would be “unveiling steps to reverse the previous administration’s short-sighted rollback of vehicle standards.” This move is part of what the Biden administration calls its “Build Back Better Agenda.” The agenda, in addition to the ongoing bipartisan infrastructure deal, will pursue investments in capabilities such as a national network of electric vehicle charging stations, manufacturing, domestic job incentives, and innovative updates to current electric vehicles....

I’ll be writing about the entirety of this absurd endeavor if and when I make it home after the ride, but for now—and in light of all the New Year’s resolutions floating around during the next few weeks—I’m here to share the gear that’s helped me out so far and what I hope is going to help me in June. Not all bike shorts are created equal. If you’re in the saddle regularly, you want a skin-tight pair with a built-in chamois—squishy bits to protect your most delicate squishy bits (read: your junk)....

The study, in the journal Nature Climate Change, estimates that Bitcoin-related computing was responsible for 69 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent in 2017. Then the researchers examined the way that other technologies have been adapted over time—tech like electricity, credit cards, or dishwashers. Using that as a guide, they projected different paths that Bitcoin itself could take in terms of its use in the future. If society adopts it very quickly, it would take 11 years before, all by itself, it pushes the globe over the temperature line in the sand; if we adopt it very slowly, 22 years; and the middle-of-the-road estimate is 16 years....