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Did a massive nuclear antenna make Michigan’s trees grow taller?

15 January 2020

Project ELF was a 90-kilometre antenna buried under Michigan’s forests to communicate with nuclear submarines – with strange consequences for the surrounding nature
Arm heater

US Army has built a device to keep your hands warm without gloves

12 January 2020

The US Army has built a prototype device that allows wearers to go glove-free in freezing conditions. It works by heating the forearm, which helps keep the fingertips warm

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