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May 08, 2025
High blood sugars have long been known to cause eye damage in diabetics. However, new research has found that low blood sugar may also contribute. The good news is that it also identified a way of preventing or treating the damage.
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Diabetes, Ill
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May 08, 2025
Quadruped "robot dogs" may move quite a bit like their canine counterparts on land, but they're not nearly as good at swimming. Such is not the case with a new mini-dog-bot, however, which is an expert at doing the dog-paddle.
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May 08, 2025
Until this year, Oregon-based Work Sharp has been known best for its wide-ranging lineup of blade-sharpening tools. In fact, it brings over 50 years' experience in the category. Now it's taking that grandmaster-level expertise of freshly honed edges to a
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May 08, 2025
If you're releasing a robot into the aquatic environment with no intention of retrieving it, that bot had better be biodegradable. Swiss scientists have gone a step better than that, with li'l robots that can be consumed by fish when their job is done.
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Robotics,
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May 08, 2025
SiFly says its drones fly 4X longer, 10X farther, 10X quieter and carry 5X more payload than the competition, while manufacturing in the USA at China-competitive prices. And they don't need parachutes. We asked how... Here's the secret sauce!
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Drones, Consumer Tech,
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May 08, 2025
SiFly says its drones fly 4X longer, 10X farther, 10X quieter and carry 5X more payload than the competition, while manufacturing in the USA at China-competitive prices. And they don't need parachutes. We asked how... Here's the secret sauce!
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Drones, Consumer Tech,
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May 08, 2025
Custom Container Living has transformed a shipping container into an ultra-compact tiny house that squeezes a home for two into just 160 sq ft (14.8 sq m). Though certainly basic, it also doesn't break the bank.
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Tiny Houses, Lifestyl
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May 08, 2025
Using an existing steroid-free topical foam daily significantly improved the signs and symptoms of psoriasis on the scalp and the body, according to a recent clinical trial. It could be a game-changer for people with the condition in both places.
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May 07, 2025
The word "flying car" immediately puts visions of "The World of Tomorrow" World's Fair in my head. Retro-looking flashy contraptions like the Ford Volante concept car. If you were to ask Dezso Molnár what his vision of a flying car looked like, he'd simply show you the one he's building now.
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May 07, 2025
The word "flying car" immediately puts visions of "The World of Tomorrow" World's Fair in my head. Retro-looking flashy contraptions like the Ford Volante concept car. If you were to ask Dezso Molnár what his vision of a flying car looked like, he'd simply show you the one he's building now.
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May 07, 2025
Even if you own a lift cart (which most people don't), transferring loads from it to a truck bed can still be a physically demanding task. The Lift & Slide Cart was designed to address that problem, as it does indeed allow users to both lift and slide up to 440 lb (200 kg) of cargo.
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Good Thinking,
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May 07, 2025
Lectric has brought a host of updates to the "best-selling ebike in America" for the launch of its XP4 folding utility ebike, including a powerful new motor option with an 85-mile battery that supports fast-charging, and an in-house torque sensor.
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May 07, 2025
Lectric has brought a host of updates to the "best-selling ebike in America" for the launch of its XP4 folding utility ebike, including a powerful new motor option with an 85-mile battery that supports fast-charging, and an in-house torque sensor.
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May 07, 2025
As its name suggests, the Library tiny house is focused around the owner's love of books. Designer Backcountry Tiny Homes also managed to fit in a light-filled layout that boasts some nice home comfort
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May 07, 2025
Space-starved folks looking for a cinematic solution to replace the living room TV may find a good fit in ultra-short-throw projectors, which snuggle up the a wall or screen yet throw up huge visuals. Optoma's latest model delivers "incredible brightness and true-to-life color in a new
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May 07, 2025
Following on from a remarkable study in mice, scientists have now confirmed that silencing a certain protein in muscle tissue leads to energy-deprived human cells seeking out fat for fuel, while blocking the body's ability to store extra fat cells.
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May 07, 2025
During the pandemic, most of us got used to medical consultations being performed via the phone or Zoom. That said, there are still times when diagnostic devices need to be used … which is where the H3 Health Cube is designed to come in.
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May 07, 2025
Clinical trials of a new, minimally invasive treatment for degenerated spinal discs have produced impressive results, significantly reducing back pain severity and improving function. It could mean delaying surgical intervention or preventing it altogether.
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May 06, 2025
Consuming a diet high in berries, black tea, citrus fruits and apples - foods that are rich in flavonoids - can reduce the signs of unhealthy aging, according to a new study. It highlights how simple dietary changes can optimize health and improve quality of life.
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Wellness & Healthy Living,
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May 06, 2025
We were stunned at the power and sheer audacity of the Stealth B-52 back in 2015 when we first rode it. Ebikes still felt like a pretty new thing at the time, and this Aussie monster threw all questions of street legality out the windo
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May 06, 2025
A new generation of freestanding ultralight tents has been rolling out over the past year or so to make backpacking and other backcountry activities more convenient than ever. Durston Gear's X-Dome 1 hit what might just be the best ounce-to-dollar value point of the bunch, and now the all-new X-Dome 2 builds on that by a
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May 06, 2025
A new generation of freestanding ultralight tents has been rolling out over the past year or so to make backpacking and other backcountry activities more convenient than ever. Durston Gear's X-Dome 1 hit what might just be the best ounce-to-dollar value point of the bunch, and now the all-new X-Dome 2 builds on that by adding more spacious two
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May 06, 2025
BMW's R1300 boxer twin family gets two new members, in the R 1300 RS and R 1300 RT. They replace the outgoing R 1250 RS and the R 1250 RT, respectively. And as you'd expect, there's plenty of farkles on the touring bikes.
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May 06, 2025
BMW's R1300 boxer twin family gets two new members, in the R 1300 RS and R 1300 RT. They replace the outgoing R 1250 RS and the R 1250 RT, respectively. And as you'd expect, there's plenty of farkles on the touring bikes.
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May 06, 2025
BMW's R1300 boxer twin family gets two new members, in the R 1300 RS and R 1300 RT. They replace the outgoing R 1250 RS and the R 1250 RT, respectively. And as you'd expect, there's plenty of farkles on the touring bikes.
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May 06, 2025
There's no denying that front racks are great for carrying cargo, but the things do needlessly clutter your bike up when not in use. That's where the CargoMate comes in, as it pops on and off of your handlebars in a claimed 30 seconds.
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Bicycles, Transport
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May 06, 2025
A new study has uncovered a previously unknown link between the immune system and the fear response, and how psychedelics can play a role in suppressing it. The finding could improve the treatment of both mental, emotional and physical afflictions.
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May 06, 2025
Researchers have developed a 3D-printable electrode that looks like a single strand of human hair and measures brain activity more reliably than the current method used to diagnose things like epilepsy and sleep disorders.
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Medical Devices, Medical Innovations,
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May 05, 2025
Canadian decarbonization firm Exterra is t
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May 05, 2025
We already knew that Tonke had a different spin on the pop-up camper roof in store for the new Volkswagen ID. Buzz, but we didn't previously know exactly how it worked. The Dutch camper specialist released a video this month showing the new expandable sleeper roof design in action and detailing a few specs and advantages. The new pop-top leverages aspects of rooftop tent design to create a larger bed
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May 05, 2025
We already knew that Tonke had a different spin on the pop-up camper roof in store for the new Volkswagen ID. Buzz, but we didn't previously know exactly how it worked. The Dutch camper specialist released a video this month showing the new expandable sleeper roof design in action and detailing a few specs and advantages. The new pop-top leverages aspects of rooftop tent design to create a larger bed
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May 05, 2025
If you're going to try "tattooing" a microscopic animal, it would make sense to select one of the toughest creatures on the planet. That's exactly what scientists have done with the tardigrade, and the tech they used could have some valuable real-world applications.
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May 05, 2025
This time next year, you may be swapping your GLP-1 injections for easier and as-effective oral weight-loss medication. It's also likely to be cheaper and not suffer the same kind of supply-chain shortages that existing therapeutics have faced. But it's been a dramatic few weeks for the leading three drug-makers vying to usher in this new phase of weight-loss treatment.
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May 05, 2025
This time next year, you may be swapping your GLP-1 injections for easier and as-effective oral weight-loss medication. It's also likely to be cheaper and not suffer the same kind of supply-chain shortages that existing therapeutics have faced. But it's been a dramatic few weeks for the leading three drug-makers vying to usher in this new phase of weight-loss treatment.
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May 05, 2025
It may be mostly used for packaging, but cardboard is a surprisingly capable building material in the right hands, as highlighted by Shigeru Ban Architects with its eye-catching Blue Ocean Dome. The eye-catching structure was created for Expo 2025 in Japan using a combination of cardboard, bam
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May 05, 2025
Unitree has launched a modified version of its B2 quadruped aimed at putting out fires. Able to host various use-specific modules, the robodog hauls a powerful water cannon high-flow and can operate in extreme environments.
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Robotics, Techno
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May 04, 2025
The release of NASA's latest budget reveals the Orion spacecraft and Lunar Gateway space station are getting the chop. The US$18.8-billion total figure decreases spending by $6 billion, or 24%, as the space agency increases funding for crewed Moon and Mars missions.
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Space, Science
NAS
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May 04, 2025
The release of NASA's latest budget reveals the Orion spacecraft and Lunar Gateway space station are getting the chop. The US$18.8-billion total figure decreases spending by $6 billion, or 24%, as the space agency increases funding for crewed Moon and Mars missions.
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Space, Science
NAS
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May 04, 2025
So, there are these videos going around of some guy riding around on what looks like a Star Wars speeder bike. In fact, just hours ago, a new video just popped up where he's wearing a Stormtrooper costume in the forest while he flies around. Just in time for May 4th excitement?
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May 04, 2025
So, there are these videos going around of some guy riding around on what looks like a Star Wars speeder bike. In fact, just hours ago, a new video just popped up where he's wearing a Storm Trooper costume in the forest while he flies around. Just in time for May 4th excitement?
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May 04, 2025
While wireless derailleurs may offer fast and precise electronic shifting, the things ain't cheap. That's where the NXS system comes in, as it's promised to make existing cable-actuated mountain bike derailleurs wireless for less than eighty dollars.
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May 04, 2025
The Space Age past may come knocking on the world's door next week as the defunct Soviet Union's Kosmos 482 Venus lander from 1972 makes an unwelcome return home and is predicted to crash into the Earth's atmosphere around May 10.
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Space, Science
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May 04, 2025
Adding new meaning to the term "fusion cuisine," an international team of adventurous researchers has united robot science and gastronomy to create an elaborate multi-tiered cake with edible components and the world's first edible rechargeable battery. (Well, it's rechargeable until you eat it.)
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Robotics,
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May 04, 2025
What this tiny house lacks in portability, it makes up for with a remarkably spacious 400 sq ft (37 sq m) layout that isn't too far off the size of a small inner-city apartment, and includes a light-filled living area and large porch.
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May 04, 2025
London-based startup AltoVolo is aiming high with its entry in the developing eVTOL space. It plans to offer a powerful personal hybrid-electric aircraft that will seat three people, delive
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May 04, 2025
London-based startup AltoVolo is aiming high with its entry in the developing eVTOL space. It plans to offer a powerful personal hybrid-electric aircraft that will seat three people, delive
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May 04, 2025
Rad Power Bikes has refreshed it RadRunner compact utility ebike family, updating existing models and
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May 03, 2025
Happier Camper has been slowly building its way toward modern RV icon status since launching a decade ago. Its eye-grabbing trailers pair retro-inspired color and quirk with unprecedented levels of modular living flexibility. But those two puzzle pieces don't always
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May 03, 2025
Staring at a computer screen all day and into the night can be fatiguing for your peepers. For certain tasks - such as coding or pawing through documents - an E Ink monitor might be a better fit. Boox has launched a 25.3-inch color E Ink display with super-refresh tech called the Mira Pro.
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May 03, 2025
It seems too good to be true, but UK-based Pulsar Fusion has revealed its new Sunbird self-contained nuclear rocket tug that uses a fusion propulsion engine that could reduce a trip to Mars to under four months and Pluto to under four years.
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Space
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May 03, 2025
While lightning is a fascinating phenomenon, it's also infamous in its capacity for destruction and the danger it poses to life. Each year, lightning claims hundreds of millions of trees worldwide, leaving behind scorched trunks and shattered branches. Yet, in an intriguing twist of nature, some tropical trees have turned this destructive force
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May 03, 2025
Ground-going delivery robots are already streamlining operations in various industries, but they typically still have to be loaded and unloaded by humans. That's where the multi-terrain LEVA bot comes in, as it can autonomously lift and drop off cargo boxes weighing up to 85 kg.
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Robotics,
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May 03, 2025
Ferrari has been on a roll of late. The Italian carmaker has a waiting list that extends until 2026. That hasn't stopped it from working on its very first electric car, slated for release later this year.
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May 02, 2025
Bosch calls the all-new CX-R its highest quality ebike drive unit to date, high self-praise from one of the world's largest ebike drive suppliers. The new magnesium-housed motor cranks torque and power to the top of the lineup and adds a new top speed "race" mode for getting fired up on a
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May 02, 2025
Bosch calls the all-new CX-R its highest quality ebike drive unit to date, high self-praise from one of the world's largest ebike drive suppliers. The new magnesium-housed motor cranks torque and power to the top of the lineup and adds a new top speed "race" mode for getting fired up on a
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May 02, 2025
Bosch calls the all-new CX-R its highest quality ebike drive unit to date, high self-praise from one of the world's largest ebike drive suppliers. The new magnesium-housed motor cranks torque and power to the top of the lineup and adds a new top speed "race" mode for getting
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May 02, 2025
A hammock that not only lets a dozen or so people chill out and relax but does it on the cool, crystal-clear water? Count us in. It's the new Bote Hangout Water Hammock 15, and while it's far from the only water hammock out there floating lakes and bays, it's definitely bigger and badder than average, adding a few innovative features that make a laid-back day on the water that much more enjoyable.
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May 02, 2025
A hammock that not only lets a dozen or so people chill out and relax but does it on the cool, crystal-clear water? Count us in. It's the new Bote Hangout Water Hammock 15, and while it's far from the only water hammock out there floating lakes and bays, it's definitely bigger and badder than average, adding a few innovative features that make a laid-back day on the water that much more enjoyable.
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May 02, 2025
Ultraviolet light is well-known for its ability to kill germs, including ones that cause food to spoil. And while there doesn't tend to be any food-preserving UV light in our refrigerators, a new consumer device is out to change that.
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May 02, 2025
Over the course of 18 years, a truck mechanic from Wisconsin injected himself with snake venom hundreds of times. His actions were considered stunts by some over those years, but his blood has just helped lead the way toward a universal antivenom.
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May 02, 2025
Tasmania's Incat has delivered on its promise to build the world's largest battery electric passenger ferry, officially launching the China Zorrilla from its shipyard in Hobart today. The vessel measures 425 ft in length and will be home to a whopping 40-MWh battery.
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Marine, Transport
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May 02, 2025
For some common medical conditions, timing is everything when it comes to taking medications. Now, a customizable capsule engineered at UC San Diego could simplify complicated dosing schedules thanks to a unique staged release system.
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Body
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May 02, 2025
New research details an intriguing new way to solve "unsolvable" algebra problems that go beyond the fourth degree - something that has generally been deemed impossible using traditional methods for two centuries, until now.
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Science
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May 01, 2025
Researchers have developed a simple, non-invasive method of diagnosing Parkinson's disease early using an eye scan. It could mean treatment aimed at slowing the disease can start sooner or, alternatively, could be used to monitor the disease's progression.
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May 01, 2025
A new drone company has exploded out of stealth mode in the USA with incredible claims about its first product, saying it'll fly 4X longer, 10X further, 10X quieter and carry 5X more payload than leading competitors - while competing with China on cost.
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Drones, Consumer Tech,
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May 01, 2025
Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University have found fecal transplants may be helpful in reducing drinking behaviors in those suffering severe alcohol use disorder (AUD). The work points to a compelling relationship between the gut microbiome and addiction disorders, with large-scale
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May 01, 2025
We've seen a number of skeletal toy-hauling trailers from smaller manufacturers and custom shops, but now Australia's largest RV brand is sending its own rig out into the red dust and tawny grit of the Never Never. The all-new Crosstrail is built to carry a quad or multiple dirt bik
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May 01, 2025
We've seen a number of skeletal toy-hauling trailers from smaller manufacturers and custom shops, but now Australia's largest RV brand is sending its own rig out into the red dust and tawny grit of the Never Never. The all-new Crosstrail is built to carry a quad or multiple dirt bikes in
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May 01, 2025
Gadget freaks don't just like multitools and wristwatches - they're also big on fancy pens. If you're one of those folks, you might want to check out the titanium-bodied Dragon Pearl. The refillable, retractable ballpoint pen is warrantied for 100 years and a million clicks.
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Good Thinking, Lifestyle
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May 01, 2025
An unusual partnership between a vacuum maker, a race car legend, and the University of Edinburgh is leading to advances in unders
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May 01, 2025
An unusual partnership between a vacuum maker, a race car legend, and the University of Edinburgh is leading to advances in unders
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May 01, 2025
President Trump's latest big move in the Middle East doesn't involve proposing a peace treaty, nor a trade deal, but instead a high-rise. The Trump Organization and developer DarGlobal have revealed plans for a supertall skyscraper in Dubai that the firms say will boast the world's highest outdoor swimming pool.
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May 01, 2025
Harm caused by repeated concussions, especially in the context of sports, has gained attention in both research and the media. A new study has found that psilocybin, the psychedelic ingredient in magic mushrooms, could be an effective treatment because of its brain-healing properties.
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Apr 30, 2025
Cable cars are certainly handy for transporting cargo up steep mountain slopes, but what if you want to do the same sort of thing on a much smaller scale? Well, you could try using a tiny new light-powered robot, which is cable of carrying items up thin mid-air tracks.
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Apr 30, 2025
The Ram TRX is no more, the Hellcat going to the great dirt track in the sky. To replace it, Ram has introduced the 1500 RHO, which has a 3-liter Hurricane engine. The company made sure it was more powerful than the Ford Raptor's, of course. Marketing is important.
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Au
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Apr 30, 2025
We've seen the Lynx robodog from China's Deep Robotics perform some incredibly athletic feats since launching last year, such as bounding over extreme terrain and chilling in snow. Now the company has debuted a rugged version for industrial use.
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Robotics, Technology
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Apr 30, 2025
Working all day on a laptop with a backlit display can be very tiring for the eyes, but what if you have more than one screen in front of you? E Ink monitors can help, and the latest from Dasung boasts a fast refresh rate and enhanced color.
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Mobile Technology, Consumer Tech,
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Apr 30, 2025
With its understated exterior and simple layout for two that's arranged on one floor, this recently completed tiny house doesn't offer some of the bells and whistles of larger models, but it comes in at a reasonable price.
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Apr 30, 2025
Australia is home to many cool things, among which is a bright new start-up called On Powersports. It's a bikemaker that specializes in e-motocrossers, e-enduros, and e-supermotos and has been active since 2023.
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Motorcycles
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Apr 30, 2025
Joby Aviation achieved a major milestone on April 22, 2025 when it became the first company to fly an all-electric tilt-rotor eVTOL with a pilot aboard as it transitioned from horizontal to vertical flight and back again.
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Aircraft, Transport
eVTOL,
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Apr 30, 2025
Remarkable research has unlocked new understanding of the mysterious ways trees communicate and share knowledge with each other - and much like in many animal species, the wisdom of age plays a vital role.
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Apr 29, 2025
A recent study examined how managing eight different heart disease risk factors significantly reduced the likelihood of premature death in people with high blood pressure. It highlights the need for a broad approach to preventing or treating hypertension.
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Apr 29, 2025
The all-new JPOD from South Carolina Jeep outfitter Gr8tops turns an everyday Wrangler into an all-out tour de force of overland exploration. Gr8tops chops off the rear cab of the Wrangler Unlimited, creating space for what it bills a "Personlized Overlanding Den" (POD). Beautifully simple in execution, the resulting truck becomes a nimble, go-anywhere Jeep that carries its own squaredrop accommodations on its chassis.
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Apr 29, 2025
The all-new JPOD from South Carolina Jeep outfitter Gr8tops turns an everyday Wrangler into an all-out tour de force of overland exploration. Gr8tops chops off the rear cab of the Wrangler Unlimited, creating space for what it bills a "Personlized Overlanding Den" (POD). Beautifully simple in execution, the resulting truck becomes a nimble, go-anywhere Jeep that carries its own squaredrop accommodations on its chassis.
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Apr 29, 2025
What's one of the hardest things about using a hydration pack? Keeping its bladder clean, dry and mold-free between uses! That's where the DRYE device comes in, as it's a battery-powered fan designed specifically to dry hydration pack bladders.
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Apr 29, 2025
Although lumber does show promise as a renewable alternative to structural materials such as steel and concrete, it still tends to be a bit weaker than those substances. Scientists have now set about addressing that shortcoming, by strengthening wood with added iron.
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