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May 18, 2026
Sally Christine Reynolds, Bournemouth University/ The Conversation
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Biology, Science
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May 18, 2026
Advances in understanding of neuron activity and adaptation during squirrel hibernation could help inform stroke treatment and recovery.
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Biology,
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May 18, 2026
What better place to pull the covers off of your latest and greatest pocket camera than the Cannes Film Festival? "By unveiling the Osmo Pocket 4P at one of the most prestigious stages in global filmmaking, DJI signals a bold evolution of the Pocket series from a creator tool into a cinematic imaging device capable of professional-grade storytelling," says the company.
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May 18, 2026
Terminal B at LaGuardia Airport in New York has unveiled Bridget, a life-sized, hyper-realistic AI hologram that can hold a real conversation - answering questions about gates, baggage claims, and VIP lounges. The technology is a signal that the way we navigate airports is chan
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May 18, 2026
Despite measuring just 30 ft (9.1 m) long, the Ruby tiny house is surprisingly capable as a full-time home for a small family. It packs in a large and open living area, plus two bedrooms, each with its own staircase.
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Tin
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May 18, 2026
This new tool you'll want on your belt
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May 17, 2026
Rice is one of the most widely grown staple crops, providing around 20% of the daily calorie intake for more than half of the world's population.
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Biology, Science
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May 17, 2026
Far removed from its days as a synonym for "huge Class A motorhome," Winnebago is now known for a diverse lineup of on- and off-road RVs of all sizes. Building out its "Backcountry Series," the company adds its most ruggedly luxurious offering yet: the
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May 17, 2026
Far removed from its days as a synonym for "huge Class A motorhome," Winnebago is now known for a diverse lineup of on- and off-road RVs of all sizes. Building out its "Backcountry Series," the compa
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May 17, 2026
Far removed from its days as a synonym for "huge Class A motorhome," Winnebago is now known for a diverse lineup of on- and off-road RVs of all sizes. Building out its "Backcountry Series," the company adds its most ruggedly luxurious offering yet: the
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May 17, 2026
Ian A. Wright, Amy-Marie Gilpin, & Katherine Warwick, Western Sydney University / The Conversation
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Environment, Science
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May 17, 2026
CycloKinetics, a US propellant company, has unveiled a new family of superfuels for aircraft, missiles, and rockets that increase fuel performance by 32%. Aimed at the defense market, the fuels could allow vehicles to fly farther while carrying heavier payloads.
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May 17, 2026
The Byron Bay tiny house is a spacious model that's centered around an open kitchen and living area. The towable home also has multiple upgrades available, including an off-grid setup, and would be a good fit for small families.
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May 17, 2026
Fraimic wants to turn AI art into something you can put on your wall, rather than forgotten images somewhere in your phone's gallery. And honestly? That's a pretty neat idea.
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May 17, 2026
Fraimic wants to turn AI art into something you can put on your wall, rather than forgotten images somewhere in your phone's gallery. And honestly? That's a pretty neat idea.
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May 17, 2026
The US Army has selected three vendors to boost the service's night vision system into the 21st century by replacing the legacy system from over 20 years ago with the next-generation Binocular Night Observation Device (BiNOD).
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May 17, 2026
Rugged phones are not for everyone. They're generally huge and heavy, though most come with a long-life battery and all can withstand a beating. A relatively new name in the space has gone mini for a tough cookie that's also an actioncam.
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Mobile Technology,
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May 17, 2026
Just when modern EVs are starting to feel like interchangeable tech pods on wheels, Renault has decided to bring a little romance back into the equation. The newly revealed open-top version of the Renault 4 E-Tech takes the retro-inspired electric hatch and gives it something the EV world desperately lacks these days - personality.
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May 16, 2026
Norton Motorcycles' comeback has been a long-documented story. The company has spent the better part of the last decade feeling like one of motorcycling's great cautionary tales. Once a legendary British marque synonymous with Isle of Man glory and café-racer culture, the company disappeared i
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May 16, 2026
Back in the olden days of the previous millennium, long before the digital revolution compressed entire albums and even movies into ultra-high-fidelity files that users could download in seconds, hundreds of millions of people relied on physical tape to store albums on cassettes (or 8-tracks) and video on low-resolution VHS cassettes.
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May 16, 2026
Unitree has just gone and made many a kid-at-heart's wildest dream come true. The Chinese rob
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May 16, 2026
If you think that the Rivian R1S is just the SUV version of the R1T pickup, you're right. That doesn't change how great it is. Mostly.
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Automotive, Transport
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May 16, 2026
Few of us enjoy the dentist - but next time you're in the chair, think about how lucky you are not to have been visiting a Neanderthal tooth doctor. New research on a single tooth from a Russian cave has found that its center is marked with the kind of grooves made by stone tools used as rudimentary drills.
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May 16, 2026
Few of us enjoy the dentist - but next time you're in the chair, think about how lucky you are not to have been visiting a Neanderthal tooth doctor. New research on a single tooth from a Russian cave has found that its center is marked with the kind of grooves made by stone tools used as rudimentary drills.
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May 16, 2026
Few of us enjoy the dentist - but next time you're in the chair, think about how lucky you are not to have been visiting a Neanderthal tooth doctor. New research on a single tooth from a Russian cave has found that its center is marked with the kind of grooves made by stone tools used as rudimentary drills.
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May 16, 2026
Few of us enjoy the dentist - but next time you're in the chair, think about how lucky you are not to have been visiting a Neanderthal tooth doctor. New research on a single tooth from a Russian cave has found that its center is marked with the kind of grooves made by stone tools used as rudimentary drills.
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May 16, 2026
One of the world's most dangerous birds may carry signals invisible to the human eye.
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Biology, Science
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May 16, 2026
One of the world's most dangerous birds may carry signals invisible to the human eye.
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Biology, Science
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May 16, 2026
It's been close to two years since Red Bull revealed the RB17, a low-slung aerodynamic hypercar teased as capable of generating nearly twice its own weight in downforce. Now, in 2026, we're not too far away from the real thing.
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Automotive,
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May 15, 2026
Airstream trailers boast a lot of positives, but "cheap" and "lightweight" are not typically among them. In fact, we never expected to use those two terms in an Airstream description, but the new World Traveler trailer is in fact designed as a lighter, more affordable Airstream travel trailer option. True, it carries the big asterisk of being light and cheap *for an Airs
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May 15, 2026
All right, I admit it, I have a thing for affordable off-road electric motorcycles. There's just something about a battery-powered, inexpensive dual sport that's quiet, filled with torque, and almost as light as a lawn mower. Heck yeah!
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Motorcycles, Transport
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May 15, 2026
Bicycle tail lights have a way of playing second fiddle to their brighter, more interesting headlight siblings. We're sure you'll agree, however, that the Hi-Tail is one tall, telescoping safety beacon that definitely won't be "outshined."
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May 15, 2026
Bicycle tail lights have a way of playing second fiddle to their brighter, more interesting headlight siblings. We're sure you'll agree, however, that the Hi-Tail is one tall, telescoping tail light that definitely won't be "outshined."
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May 15, 2026
The Cabarita tiny house strikes a nice balance between spaciousness and portability. Designed for small families or full-time downsizers wanting a little extra space, the home features a light-filled and open interior with two bedrooms.
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Ti
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May 15, 2026
Huawei's latest XPixel smart headlights upgrade automotive lighting from a safety feature into a full-color projection system that can play movies, render games, and guide drivers - all from the front of the car.
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May 15, 2026
Huawei's latest XPixel smart headlights upgrade automotive lighting from a safety feature into a full-color projection system that can play movies, render games, and guide drivers - all from the front of the car.
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May 15, 2026
Sleep loss is often one of the most challenging symptoms of dementia and Alzheimer's, affecting patients long before memory loss and a formal diagnosis is made. New research from the University of Kentucky has likened poor sleep to a canary in a coal mine, an early symptom of neurodegeneration that could serve as a potential new biomark
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May 15, 2026
Sleep loss is often one of the most challenging symptoms of Alzheimer's disease, affecting patients long before memory loss and a formal diagnosis is made. Research from the University of Kentucky has likened poor sleep to a canary in a coal mine, an early symptom of neurodegeneration that could serve as a potential new biomarker to ide
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May 15, 2026
If you want to pilot a container ship into Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam, you'd better be good. Navigating the Long Tau river requires these deep-sea leviathans to turn on a dime, making for some spectacular viewing.
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May 15, 2026
Ahmed Elbediwy & Nadine Wehida, Kingston University/ The Conversation
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Diet & Nutrition, Wellness and Healthy Living,
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May 14, 2026
Volkswagen withdrew its classic Transporter vans (Eurovan) from the
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May 14, 2026
Volkswagen withdrew its classic Transporter vans (Eurovan) from the American market after the 2003 model year, thus putting a fast end to a romantic decades-long era of great American road trips. The tiny, breezy VW camper vans that had symbolized the open-ended freedom of the road were no more ... at least so far as brand-new models were concerned. The American camper van industry was never quite the same after that, scrambling its way upmarket to larger,
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May 14, 2026
Volkswagen withdrew its classic Transporter vans (Eurovan) from the American market after the 2003 model year, thus putting a fast end to a romantic decades-long era of great American road trips. The tiny, breezy VW camper vans that had symbolized the open-ended freedom of the road were no more ... at least so far as brand-new models were concerned. The American camper van industry was never quite the same after that, scrambling its way upmarket to larger,
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May 14, 2026
Volkswagen withdrew its classic Transporter vans (Eurovan) from the American market after the 2003 model year, thus putting a fast end to a romantic decades-long era of great American road trips. The tiny, breezy VW camper vans that had symbolized the open-ended freedom of the road were no more ... at least so far as brand-new models were concerned. The American camper van industry was never quite the same after that, scrambling its way upmarket to larger,
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May 14, 2026
Times are weird, and I guess weird times call for weird measures. At least, as per Honda, which thinks it's about time electric motorcycles replicated the old-school feel of gas bikes.
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Motorcycles, Transport
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May 14, 2026
Arcade machines are large, heavy, and take up a lot of space. Even though they're fun and have a cool retro look, they can definitely feel out of place in people's homes. And that's fair - not everyone wants their living room to look like a 1990s pizza restaurant. But what if you could own a machine that was easy to put a
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May 14, 2026
The Black Butte tiny house uses some clever interior design ideas to create an open and storage-packed layout that still makes room for some nice touches, including a bathroom with a freestanding tub.
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May 14, 2026
For years, machines have navigated the world color-blind. LiDAR sensors - the laser-based eyes of self-driving cars, industrial robots, and inspection drones - build precise 3D maps of their surroundings, but everything is built of monochrome geometric shapes. Ouster's new Rev8 sensor family aims to chan
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May 14, 2026
There probably isn't any other bikemaker in the world that's more synonymous with scooters than Kymco. It ranks right up there among top global scooter brands like Honda, Yamaha, and Piaggio/Vespa. Even in the USA, it's relatively well-known, despite its small
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May 14, 2026
Mexico City is trapped in a dangerous feedback loop.
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Environment, Science
Water,
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May 13, 2026
New research shows that small changes in diet practiced for less than a calendar month can potentially improve your biological age - supporting the key functions that together lead to healthier lives later in life.
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May 13, 2026
More than 80 years after the world-famous Trinity test showed humanity what to expect from an atomic detonation, researchers are still sifting new discoveries out of its twisted remains.
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Chemistry
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May 13, 2026
Alex Brown & Grace Owen, Durham University/ The Conversation
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Infectious Diseases, I
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May 13, 2026
It was cold - but nowhere near what I expected; I've been colder in an outdoor swimming pool in Australia. It's part of a global feedback loop, the scale of which I only began to comprehend when I saw this remarkable continent for myself.
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Environment,
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May 13, 2026
Built for the type of fast, remote motorized adventure that can go wrong in a hurry, the new Pocket Winch from startup Dragan Systems aims to be the lightest, most portable come-along out there. It fractionalizes weight while still multiplying muscle enough to move up to 2,000 lb (907 kg) of stuck vehicle, trail-blocking deadfall or whatever else stands in the
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May 13, 2026
Built for the type of fast, remote motorized adventure that can go wrong in a hurry, the new Pocket Winch from startup Dragan Systems aims to be the lightest, most portable come-along out there. It fractionalizes weight while
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May 13, 2026
EDC Monster is a team of everyday carry (EDC) tool enthusiasts that has been creating compact gear since 2022. One of its signature products is a key-shaped multitool introduced three years ago. The idea behind the series is to create a multifunctional tool that is small and lightweight enough to stay on a keychain - essentially a full toolbox in the shape and size of a key.
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May 13, 2026
Countless industrial tools and robots need to grip things, and because we humans learn to grip since infancy, we can easily underestimate how complex gripping actually is. If our grip is too rigid, we can snap or shatter our payload; if our grip is too soft, our payload may slip from our fingers or exceed lift capacity. Human hands have advantages: rigid bones covered in pliable skin and muscles. So, what's a poor mechanism to do when it simply wants to lift?
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May 13, 2026
Countless industrial tools and robots need to grip things, and because we humans learn to grip since infancy, we can easily underestimate how complex gripping actually is. If our grip is too rigid, we can snap or shatter our payload; if our grip is too soft, our payload may slip from our fingers or exceed lift capacity. Human hands have advantages: rigid bones covered in pliable skin and muscles. So, what's a poor mechanism to do when it simply wants to lift?
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May 13, 2026
Engineers at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) in Pasadena, California, have demonstrated that the blades of their next-generation Mars helicopter rotors can punch past the speed of sound and come out intact. In recent tests, a three-bladed rotor reached Mach 1.08 in simulated Martian conditions, boosting lift capacity by 30% without a single blade frac
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May 13, 2026
In a world dominated by glass rectangular towers, the recently completed Wasl Tower takes a different approach to skyscraper design. The supertall features a twisting form wrapped in thousands of sculpted terracotta fins that help shade and cool the building in Dubai's scorching heat.
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May 13, 2026
reMarkable's new Paper Pure refines the E Ink notebook formula with a more responsive display, longer battery life, and improved integration with digital workflows.
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May 13, 2026
Rhys Parry/ The University of Queensland/ The Conversation
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Infectious Diseases, Illnesses and conditions,
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May 13, 2026
Infamous "ghost ships" may not be able to hide on the high seas much longer thanks to new technology being developed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. The system uses a dynamic satellite camera and advanced data processing to visually track ships in real time.
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Marine,
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May 13, 2026
Scientists have developed a way to use sound waves to create microscopic layers of protection, demonstrating the method's delicate handling on the leaves of the common houseplant Epipremnum aureum by blocking damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays without impeding photosynthesis.
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May 13, 2026
Scientists have developed a way to use sound waves to create microscopic layers of protection, demonstrating the method's delicate handling on the leaves of the common houseplant Epipremnum aureum by blocking damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays without impeding photosynthesis.
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May 12, 2026
All I wanted to do was get rid of my glasses, but when my local laser eye surgery clinic recommended some odd-sounding, advanced Presbyond treatment developed by Zeiss, I said sure, if that's what the cool kids are getting. Here's what's happened.
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May 12, 2026
The first human Mars explorers won't have it easy. Every additional day in deep space will increase their exposure to deadly cosmic radiation, while isolation gnaws at their minds and microgravity erodes their muscles.
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May 12, 2026
The first human Mars explorers won't have it easy. Every additional day in deep space will increase their exposure to deadly cosmic radiation, while isolation gnaws at their minds and microgravity erodes their muscles.
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Space Systems
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May 12, 2026
The first human Mars explorers won't have it easy. Every additional day in deep space will increase their exposure to deadly cosmic radiation, while isolation gnaws at their minds and microgravity erodes their muscles.
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Space Systems
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May 12, 2026
We've become big fans of Ovrlnd Camper's innovative ultralight pickup toppers and even bigger fans of its videos. This time around, the Flagstaff builder outdoes itself on both fronts with a pop-up camping topper sized to a 1980 Mini 95 pickup,
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May 12, 2026
We've become big fans of Ovrlnd Camper's innovative ultralight pickup toppers and even bigger fans of its videos. This time around, the Flagstaff builder outdoes itself on both fronts with a pop-up camping topper sized to a 1980 Mini 95 pickup,
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May 12, 2026
We've become big fans of Ovrlnd Camper's innovative ultralight pickup toppers and even bigger fans of its videos. This time around, the Flagstaff builder outdoes itself on both fronts with a pop-up camping topper sized to a 1980 Mini 95 pickup,
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May 12, 2026
We've become big fans of Ovrlnd Camper's innovative ultralight pickup toppers and even bigger fans of its videos. This time around, the Flagstaff builder outdoes itself on both fronts with a pop-up camping topper sized to a 1980 Mini 95 pickup,
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May 12, 2026
We've become big fans of Ovrlnd Camper's innovative ultralight pickup toppers and even bigger fans of its videos. This time around, the Flagstaff builder outdoes itself on both fronts with a pop-up camping topper sized to a 1980 Mini 95 pickup, creating a camping truck t
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May 12, 2026
We've become big fans of Ovrlnd Camper's innovative ultralight pickup toppers and even bigger fans of its videos. This time around, the Flagstaff builder outdoes itself on both fronts with a pop-up camping topper sized to a 1980 Mini 95 pickup, creating a camping truck t
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May 12, 2026
We've become big fans of Ovrlnd Camper's innovative ultralight pickup toppers and even bigger fans of its videos. This time around, the Flagstaff builder outdoes itself on both fronts with a pop-up camping topper sized to a 1980 Mini 95 pickup, creating a camping truck that sizes comparably to a Japanese kei camper. And though it looks more like a
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May 12, 2026
We've become big fans of Ovrlnd Camper's innovative ultralight pickup toppers and even bigger fans of its videos. This time around, the Flagstaff builder outdoes itself on both fronts with a pop-up camping topper sized to a 1980 Mini 95 pickup,
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May 12, 2026
Tens of thousands of people rely on service dogs every day. They assist people with visual impairments, mobility disabilities, hearing loss, seizures, PTSD, and many other medical conditions. Service dogs are not just great companions - they are proven to significantly improve quality of life by helping people live more independently.
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May 12, 2026
With running more popular than ever, production of running shoes has reached a new level. Global footwear manufacturing ha
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May 12, 2026
With running more popular than ever, production of running shoes has reached a new level. Global footwear manufacturing ha
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May 12, 2026
Whether your laptop is your main source of income or you just use it for entertainment, running out of juice just when things get interesting can be a major annoyance. The Edge power bank has been designed to alleviate such things.
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Consumer Tech,
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May 12, 2026
Volcanoes are messy things, what with all that ash, water vapor, sulfur, and greenhouse gases polluting the atmosphere.
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Environment, Science
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May 12, 2026
With its modest length of just 20 ft (6 m), the Tulsi doesn't have a whole lot of room for life's luxuries. Still, the tiny house manages to fit the essentials for downsizing into its compact towable frame - and does so at an affordable price.
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May 12, 2026
A new community center is nearing completion in Vancouver's Oak Park, and it has done something quite rare. It has combined mass timber construction with hyper-efficient Passive House engineering and a LEED Gold sustainability rating. The Marpol
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May 12, 2026
Harley-Davidson has been on an interesting trajectory of late. The company seems to have put big, heavy, chrome-laden cruisers on the back burner, at least for the time being, to focus more on lightweight, entry-level motorcycles. From the surprisingly capable Pan America 1250 to the India-developed X440, Harley's newer strategy increasingly revolves around accessibility,
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May 11, 2026
Pregnancy is filled with small moments of anticipation: the first flutter of movement, the sound of a heartbeat, the quiet question of whether everything is unfolding as it should. At the same time, much of what shapes development is happening out of view, long before those milestones arrive. And even before those moments are felt, the environment surrounding pre
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May 11, 2026
Stuart Thompson, University of Westminster, The Conversation
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Biology, Science
Plants,
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May 11, 2026
In a land far, far away is a motorcycle brand that has been around for longer than anyone can remember, yet it has spent the better part of the last few years in the shadows. I'm talking about Hyosung, which was born in South Korea in the late 1970s, building Suzuki-derived motorcycles under license.
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May 11, 2026
According to the folks at Colorado-based RSVR Hydration, traditional hydration packs are basically backpacks with bags of water in them. The company's new pack is claimed to be different, however, in that it's made to be sleek and light.
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May 11, 2026
Living things degrade, die, and decompose. Even when we turn plant and animal material into furniture or clothes, the process is inevitable. On the other hand, left alone, plastics are practically indestructible. Scientists are rethinking this characteristic with a simpl
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May 11, 2026
Aging in a tiny house might not be easy if you have to contend with ladders and low ceilings, but with its extra-wide, primarily single-floor layout, the Rose has been designed from the ground (or wheels) up for long-term small living.
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May 11, 2026
Observations of a far-distant galaxy several times the size of the Milky Way reveal a surprising stillness overcoming the sea of early stars.
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Astronomy, Science
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May 11, 2026
Last month, a modified Robinson R44 lifted off from Roland-Désourdy Airport in Bromont, Quebec, and completed what may be the most consequential short flight in rotorcraft history. It was the first hydrogen-powered helicopter to complete a full operational circuit - takeoff, climb, pattern flight, approach, and landi
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May 11, 2026
Michelle Spear, University of Bristol, The Conversation
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Biology, Science
Fear,
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