Scientists have discovered a new class of materials: higher-order topological insulators. Theoretical physicists first predicted the existence of these insulators with conducting properties on the edges of crystals rather than on their surface and their characteristic ability to conduct electricity without dissipation. Now, these novel properties are demonstrated experimentally in bismuth.
In a Sea of Dark Comedies, ‘Barry’ Pulled Off an Incredible Balancing Act
A morose and deadly serious stripe of comedy, HBO’s series asks: Can a person actually remake himself?
Melinda Gates’ New Research Reveals Alarming Diversity Numbers
Tech companies may espouse diversity, but less than 0.1 percent of their grants focus on women of color. The Reboot Recognition Tech Coalition aims to change that.
Yes, You Can Boil Water at Room Temperature. Here’s How
Everything you ever wanted to know about boiling water, vapor pressure, and cooking at altitude.
How to Make Burrata and Mozzarella: 5 Great Video Recipes
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Haven’t been keeping up on FX’s anthology series but want to tune in for the end of the world? Start here.
‘Football For A Buck’ Tells The Story Of The USFL In All Its Doomed Glory
For three years in the 1980s, sports fans could enjoy football in the Spring. Master storyteller Jeff Pearlman describes the league’s wild games, wilder players, and owners — including Donald Trump.
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What I Assume the Eighteen-Eighties Were Like
Seth Reiss writes a humorous essay about his misunderstanding of what life was like in the eighteen-eighties.
Marco Pierre White Snubs Michelin Again
Marco Pierre White says he turned down the Michelin Guide at his new Singapore restaurant because “I don’t need them and they don’t need me.”Beef Stroganoff: 5 Video Recipes To Help You Master This Classic
Indulge the meat lover in you with these tempting recipes for beef stroganoff – from the classic creamy sauce over egg noodles to dishes with a chef’s touch.