The FiloBot is a self 3-D printing robot created by the Italian Institute of Technology Genoa. It’s designed to mimic vines and plants, steering using phototropism and skototropism. One of its main functions is supposed to be for gently moving rubble as to not cause further collapse while still finding those trapped. It also, unfortunately, happens to look quite phallic. The internet seems to be focused on the later… it’s hard not to see it. Enjoy some crazy science!

Russian has a reputation for sounding cold, harsh, or even a little angry to people who don’t speak it, but that’s only one tiny side of the language. Some of the sweetest and most heartfelt expressions I’ve ever heard are in Russian, especially when they’re said to someone you love. I hope this reminds you that every language has a soft side if you’re willing to listen for it. If you’re learning Russian or have a Russian significant other, this is one phrase that’s absolutely worth remembering.

Tiny diamond @mia🍒💌🧸🩰🪞🌷🎧 #trolls #wewerebored #fyp #abcxyz #tinydiamond

Dr. Anthony Fauci stayed silent as Republicans pummelled him on Capitol Hill. Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination 111 times. When his attorney attempted to speak for him, he was expelled from the hearing. Democrats came to Fauci’s defense, but the hearing was dominated by Republicans, who allege he is responsible for mistakes made during the Covid-19 pandemic. Inside Edition spoke to senior editor at The Atlantic, Dan Engber.