Satellite Photos Reveal Forced Relocation Of Tibetans

Before-and-after images show how Chinese officials have destroyed Tibetan villages and forced residents into government housing. More than 2 million Tibetans have been forcibly moved to new housing since 2006, according to a new report from Human Rights Watch.

via Pocket http://www.popsci.com/science/article/2013-06/satellite-photos-reveal-forced-relocation-tibetans

This Goofy-Looking Helmet Is Made Of Old Newspapers

Recycled newspapers: Good for the planet, good for preventing head injury. Most safety gear isn’t exactly fashionable, and these helmets are no exception. As a consolation, though, at least you’re saving the environment in addition to your bean: They’re made of recycled newspaper.

via Pocket http://www.popsci.com/technology/article/2013-06/strap-paper-pulp-helmet-make-your-bike-ride-even-more-eco-friendly

Cornstarch Replaces Cyanide In Clean New Gold Extraction Method

Scientists accidentally discover a new way to isolate gold that is much safer than existing processes, which use toxic cyanide. Gold, precious forever but especially lately, is a tricky metal.

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Which Drugs Actually Kill Americans [Infographic]

Death reporting in the U.S. requires an underlying cause—the event or disease that lead to the death. This chart represents all those listed in the CDC database as “accidental poisoning,” “intentional self-poisoning,” “assault by drugs,” and “poisoning with undetermined intent.

via Pocket http://www.popsci.com/science/article/2013-04/which-drugs-actually-kill-americans

People Think Candy Bars With Green Nutrition Labels Are Healthier

No matter how smart we think we are, humanity continues to be fooled by simple marketing tricks. Various experiments have found wearing the color red is more likely to get you a date. Another new study suggests that a green hue can convince you that a candy bar isn’t really that unhealthy.

via Pocket http://www.popsci.com/science/article/2013-03/people-connect-green-packaging-healthy-food-even-candy-bars