Science
If being in space wasn't creepy enough: https://gizmodo.com/space-station-spiders-found-a-hack-to-build-webs-withou-1845851520
SpaceX flies again, but doesn't land: https://arstechnica.com/science/2020/12/starship-rises-high-performs-a-flawless-flip-but-doesnt-quite-stick-the-landing/
Technology
First (and maybe only) winner: https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2020/12/we-have-a-winner-in-the-worlds-first-quantum-chess-tournament/
Most secure password ever: https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2020/12/default-password-in-radiology-devices-leaves-healthcare-networks-open-to-attack/
Other Cool/Weird Shit
Who else are they working with: https://www.cultofweird.com/ufo-sightings/galactic-federation-on-mars/
Too hot to handle: https://gizmodo.com/candles-recalled-for-presenting-fire-hazard-1845865359