Science

Scientists in Japan have developed a machine which mimics the sensation you get from an open-mouth French kiss. According to researcher Nobuhiro Takahash, one of the goals of the project is to allow two people to make out without even necessarily being in the same room.

Scientists, engineers and some hot air balloon pilots got together for a new National Geographic channel show called 'How Hard Can It Be'. The challenge? To lift a 2 story house with 300 weather balloons,  similar to what was seen in the 2009 Pixar movie 'Up'.

With record cold temperatures gripping much of the country this week, it's safe to say most folks are spending their time indoors. But the chill didn't stop these intrepid amateur scientists on YouTube, who took advantage of the frigid cold test the effects of the bitter cold on a soap bubble. The result? It's pretty cool. Check out the video after the jump: