A string trimmer is the ideal tool for reaching areas your lawn mower can’t, such as cutting grass and weeds along fence lines. It’s also the tool you want for finishing touches, like edging walkways ...

In 1980, Stephen Hawking gave his first lecture as Lucasian Professor at the University of Cambridge. The lecture was called "Is the end in sight for theoretical physics?" Forty-five years later, ...

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String theory began over 50 years ago as a way to understand the strong nuclear force. Since then, it’s grown to become a theory of everything, capable of explaining the nature of every particle, ...

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As days grow shorter and darker, it’s a good idea to invest in outdoor lights. These popular accessories don’t require any major installation or rewiring, and ...

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Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Tim Newcomb covers tennis gear/business, stadiums and shoe tech. So much is made about the technology of tennis rackets. But don't ...