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Aug 18, 2026
The narwhal's defining feature - its continuously growing tusk - is the only straight structure of its kind seen in nature. Now, scientists have cracked the code on how these elusive Arctic whales grow such an impressive and unique tool.
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Biology,
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Aug 18, 2026
Designed in Copenhagen, the Habity bedside clock swaps your phone screen's glow for an eye-friendly e-paper display, gentle wake-up tones, and a local library of sleep sounds, all running fully offline with no app, account, or subscription.
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Aug 18, 2026
I'm always happy to discover
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Aug 18, 2026
Seamlessly bringing together the worlds of teardrop-size off-road trailers and molded egg campers, Oregon's Motsmann Engineering presents an equally compelling alternative that feels both vintage and brand new. It's the all-new Outranger camping trailer, and it relies on a molded composite construction s
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Aug 18, 2026
Seamlessly bringing together the worlds of teardrop-size off-road trailers and molded egg campers, Oregon's Motsmann Engineering presents an equally compelling alternative that feels both vintage and brand new. It's the all-new Outranger camping trailer, and it relies on a molded composite construction shaped into a squarer form. It comes fully armed for off-roadin
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Aug 17, 2026
Fifteen years after owners switched off the rides for the last time, an eerie and rusted amusement park happily in decay in Seoul's outskirts has become one of the city's coolest attractions.
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Holiday Destinations,
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Aug 17, 2026
Some time around February 2025, after experiencing a handful of tremors at home in my Taipei apartment (tremors, mind you, that locals wouldn't blink an eye at), I began feeling quakes that weren't there - especially when still, in bed, at night.
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Aug 17, 2026
An extensive gallery of ancient rock art paintings in Southern China has long intrigued archaeologists by somehow surviving the brutal tropical elements for around 2,000 years.
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Aug 17, 2026
The US Navy scored a first as it carried out a submerged undersea launch of its new low-cost, long-endurance unmanned undersea vehicle (UUV) called HADALUS at Portsmouth, Rhode Island, where the vessel performed a series of sea trials.
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Military,
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Aug 17, 2026
Volkswagen is already bringing a rather outside-the-box California camper van concept to this year's Düsseldorf Caravan Salon, but it has no intention of stopping there. It will also introduce a prognostic concept that solves a modern mystery once and for all. It's called the ID. California Cruise, and it's
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Aug 17, 2026
Volkswagen is already bringing a rather outside-the-box California camper van concept to this year's Düsseldorf Caravan Salon, but it has no intention of stopping there. It will also i
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Aug 17, 2026
Volkswagen is already bringing a rather outside-the-box California camper van concept to this year's Düsseldorf Caravan Salon, but it has no intention of stopping there. It will also introduce a prognostic concept that solves a modern mystery once and for all. It's called the ID. California Cruise, and it's a first look at a family of all-electric camper vans Volkswa
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Aug 17, 2026
Volkswagen is already bringing a rather outside-the-box California camper van concept to this year's Düsseldorf Caravan Salon, but it has no intention of stopping there. It will also introduce a prognostic concept that solves a modern mystery once and for all. It's called the ID. California Cruise, and it's a first look at a family of all-electric camper vans Volkswa
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Aug 17, 2026
An alcoholic drink will give you a buzz, but if someone laced it with something dangerous, a new poison-snooping patch will buzz your skin to warn you. It can also detect heavy metals in water and toxic aerosols, and can work as an e-skin for robots.
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Aug 16, 2026
A breathtaking plunge in an elevator down the side of a canyon has opened, drastically increasing capacity and making what was once a six-hour round trip even shorter. It's now down to around 30 minutes.
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Aug 16, 2026
When ultralight backpacking boutique Durston Gear launched the X-Dome 1 freestanding tent in 2024, anyone familiar with the brand knew it wasn't going to be the lightest in the series. That's because Durston has an esta
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Aug 16, 2026
When ultralight backpacking boutique Durston Gear launched the X-Dome 1 freestanding tent in 2024, anyone familiar with the brand knew it wasn't going to be the lightest in the series. That's because Durst
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Aug 16, 2026
Downsizing to a tiny house with a family in tow is always going to be a challenge, but the Kookaburra 2.0 has been carefully designed to smooth the process along. The towable home features two bedrooms, a bathroom with a bathtub, and plenty of storage throughout.
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Aug 16, 2026
Even the most forgiving automotive designers might struggle to find a flattering angle on the Deep Orange 17.
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Automotive,
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Aug 15, 2026
While Chevrolet's Ultium lineup continues to chase higher price points in North America, GM's Buick brand has quietly launched its sleek, tech-laden Electra L7 sedan in China for around US$25,000 - exactly the kind of value-packed EV many American buyers have been begging for.
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Aug 15, 2026
This timber retreat is small on home comforts but big on simple rustic charm. Designed to serve as a short-stay vacation home, it features a deliberately stripped-back interior that provides the basics needed for two people to relax, sleep, and enjoy the view.
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Aug 15, 2026
Land-based launch sites for orbital rockets just got the flat-pack treatment as Rocket Lab announced its Global Hypersonic & Orbital Spaceport Technology (GHOST) system. The initiative packs a complete launch system into standard shipping containers.
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Aug 15, 2026
After more than a year of rumors about what legendary former Apple designer Jony Ive and OpenAI might be building together, we finally have a reasonably clear idea.
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Aug 15, 2026
How does a mini electric truck that's barely longer than a Mini Cooper tow more than most modern-day pickup trucks twice its size? I'm talking about the Telo MT1, the compact truck that was already on par with most midsize gas trucks in terms of its towing capacity.
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Aug 14, 2026
I recently reviewed the top-o'-the-line Narwal Flow 2 - my very first robovac ever, so I got a taste of the "country-club-rich-guy life," and it did not disappoint. The thing absolutely rocks. At $1,400, I'd hope so. If I bought it as a consumer r
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Aug 14, 2026
I recently reviewed the top-o'-the-line Narwal Flow 2 - my very first robovac ever, so I got a taste of the "country-club-rich-guy life," and it did not disappoint. The thing absolutely rocks. At $1,400, I'd hope so. If I bought it as a consumer r
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Aug 14, 2026
BBQ is arguably best enjoyed outside, but cooking outdoors comes with quite a bit of planning. Not to mention that most barbecues are not really portable. They are great for the backyard, but too bulky and heavy for travel.
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Aug 14, 2026
Presently, cargo-carrying helicopters and multirotor drones have at best a 1:1 payload-to-body-weight ratio. However, think how much more efficient they would be if that ratio could be boosted to 4:1 or beyond.
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Drones,
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Aug 14, 2026
While many tiny homes have been trending steadily larger, the Sunrise Tiny House takes things in the opposite direction. This off-grid model has been created with mobility in mind and would be a good fit for those wanting a nomadic lifestyle.
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Aug 14, 2026
You don't have to watch Kevin Costner's Waterworld to know that for much of the world, the future will be increasingly flooded. As climate chaos causes oceans to swallow coastlands, and as surging water displaces and devastates communities, social survival will demand that people find ways to live and work with - and on - the water.
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Aug 14, 2026
You don't have to watch Kevin Costner's Waterworld to know that for much of the world, the future will be increasingly flooded. As climate chaos causes oceans to swallow coastlands, and as surging water displaces and devastates communities, social survival will demand that people find ways to live and work with - and on - the water.
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Aug 14, 2026
How'd you like to have a real, honest-to-hellness, smash my inside goop and smear me like red-meat porridge while I scream, amusement park ride in your garage?
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Motorcycles, Transport
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Aug 14, 2026
Another record falls as the world's largest all-electric airplane makes its maiden flight. On August 12, 2026, Heart Aerospace's 25,000-lb (11,340-kg) X1 demonstrator aircraft took to the skies over Plattsburgh, New York for a 27-minute FAA flight test.
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Aug 13, 2026
For years, Hymer has been selling what stands as arguably the most innovative, homey camper van in all the world. That's n
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Aug 13, 2026
For years, Hymer has been selling what stands
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Aug 13, 2026
Washing your car yourself sounds simple, but let's admit it - it's yet another hassle to deal with.
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Automotive, Transport
Kickstarter,
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Aug 13, 2026
Nissan has just completed a stunning world-record fuel-economy drive of 1,230 miles (1,980 km) on a single tank of fuel - demonstrating the abilities of its latest 'series hybrid' engine system.
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Aug 13, 2026
Insta360 is calling the X6 the biggest leap in its X-series yet. And on paper, there's plenty to back this up; there's a lot more going on than just a bump in resolution.
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Aug 13, 2026
AI-equipped helicopters went on the offensive off the islands of Hawaii as the US Navy and Lockheed Martin set two modified Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk helicopters to hunt submarines using a new AI sonar system as part of the RIMPAC 2026 naval exercises.
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Aug 13, 2026
That didn't take long. Just weeks after Harley-Davidson launched its blacked-out, stripped-back Deadwood, Indian Motorcycles has come out swinging with the Chief Vintage Sturgis, SD Edition. But here's the plot twist: unlike its American rival, the Indian will be produced in limited numbers … and a
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Aug 13, 2026
That didn't take long. Just weeks after Harley-Davidson launched its blacked-out, stripped-back Deadwood, Indian Motorcycles has come out swinging with the Chief Vintage Sturgis, SD Edition. But here's the plot twist: unlike its American rival, the Indian will be produced in limited numbers … and a
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Aug 12, 2026
Three seats, one single bed, a large L-shaped kitchen and a bathroom (or at least a toilet you can use inside) - that's an odd, mismatched set of specs for any camping vehicle. Neverthe
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Aug 12, 2026
Three seats, one single bed, a large L-shaped kitchen and a bathroom (or at least a toilet you can use inside) - that's an odd, mismatched set of specs for any camping vehicle. Nevertheless, it's the exa
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Aug 12, 2026
Three seats, one single bed, a large L-shaped kitchen and a bathroom (or at least a toil
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Aug 12, 2026
If you're bored of listening to the same predictable playlist over and over, a portable speaker called mur mur offers an unusual alternative: it doesn't just play pre-recorded music, but creates an ever-changing soundscape.
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Aug 12, 2026
Just days after the JCB Hydromax hit 368.347 mph (592.797 km/h), the hydrogen-powered vehicle has just set a new Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) world land speed record of 406.320 mph (653.91 km/h) at the Bonneville Salt Flats. That m
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Aug 12, 2026
Just days after the JCB Hydromax hit 368.347 mph (592.797 km/h), the hydrogen-powered vehicle has just set a new Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) world land speed record of 406.320 mph (653.91 km/h) at the Bonneville Salt Flats. That m
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Aug 12, 2026
Tiny houses usually require a lot of compromises, but this one has fewer than you'd expect. Squeezing an impressive number of home comforts into its modest 34 ft (10.3 m) length, it includes a large kitchen and dining area, plus two bedrooms, a bathtub, and tons of storage.
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Aug 12, 2026
Portable solar panels have long been a favorite of the off-grid camping and backpacking community. They are light, silent, and increasingly efficient.
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Aug 12, 2026
If you've ever tried 3D-printing anything, you know just how flimsy the results can be. In fact, simply removing them from the build plate can make you sweat, since at any moment the beautiful statuette, replacement part for your refrigerator, or gift for someone special that took 10 hours to p
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Aug 12, 2026
If you've ever tried 3D-printing anything, you know just how flimsy the results can be. In fact, simply removing them from the build plate can make you sweat, since at any moment the beautiful statuette, replacement part for your refrigerator, or gift for someone special that took 10 hours to p
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Aug 12, 2026
For the world's largest motorcycle and two-wheeler market, you have an overwhelming number of options, considering more than 20 million units are sold annually. I'm talking about India, whose two-wheeler market is showing no signs of slowing down, with retail sales surging year-on-year.
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Aug 11, 2026
We weren't expecting Volkswagen to do anything too big for this year's Düsseldorf Caravan Salon, given that it launched an all-new California camper van (and sub brand) two years ago and tweaked several of its campers with minor updates over the past few months. But the 'people's RV maker' often surprises with its annual
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Aug 11, 2026
We weren't expecting Volkswagen to do anything too big for this year's Düsseldorf Caravan Salon, given that it launched an all-new California camper van (and sub brand) two years ago and tweaked several of its campers with minor updates over the
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Aug 11, 2026
We weren't expecting Volkswagen to do anything too big for this year's Düsseldorf Caravan Salon, given that it launched an all-new California camper van (and sub brand) two years ago and tweaked sever
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Aug 11, 2026
We weren't expecting Volkswagen to do anything too big for this year's Düsseldorf Caravan Salon, given that it launched an all-new California camper van (and sub brand) two years ago and tweaked sever
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Aug 11, 2026
Autonomous air combat reached a major milestone in the skies over Edwards Air Force Base, California, as the X-62A VISTA test aircraft carried out full AI air intercept missions using live sensor data rather than simulated feeds.
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Military,
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Aug 11, 2026
Autonomous air combat reached a major milestone in the skies over Edwards Air Force Base, California, as the X-62A VISTA test aircraft carried out full AI air intercept missions using live sensor data rather than simulated feeds.
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Military,
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Aug 11, 2026
Carrying a full-size mouse, presentation clicker, and another remote for TVs or tablets can feel like a lot for a regular workday. The DS21 is aiming to collapse those jobs into one, using a magnetic modular docking system.
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Aug 11, 2026
Following almost eight years of construction, the Gordie Howe International Bridge has finally opened for business. Providing an additional connection between the USA and Canada, the crossing features an impressive main span of 853 m (2,798 ft), making it the
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Aug 11, 2026
Hundreds of retro cars turn up on the market every week, but when something as iconic as this 1990 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Zagato pops up, you're going to stop
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Aug 10, 2026
Bürstner hit the 2025 Düsseldorf Caravan Salon with a wave of innovation, revealing two small motorhomes with shape-shifting interiors meant to optimize their floor plans: the Habiton and Signature series. In addition to expanding each lineup with
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Aug 10, 2026
Bürstner hit the 2025 Düsseldorf Caravan Salon with a wave of innovation, revealing two small motorhomes with shape-shifting interiors meant to optimize their floor plans: the Habiton and Signature series. In addition to expanding each lineup with n
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Aug 10, 2026
Lego-style bricks are fun and great for building castles, spaceships, and race cars, but once assembled, they become just decorative objects and usually never get touched again. Italian designer Paolo Caviglia had the idea of assembling a real audio system with them. That's how his project, Audio Bricks, was born.
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Aug 10, 2026
I like drones and I like oddball inventions, so when I first heard about Zero Zero Robotics' Falcon Mini "bicopter" drone, I knew I had to try it out for myself. Well, I can now say that it is indeed a most interesting little aircraft … but when all is said and done, you should probably just go with the company's HOVERAir line of quadcopters.
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Aug 10, 2026
I like drones and I like oddball inventions, so when I first heard about Zero Zero Robotics' Falcon Mini "bicopter" drone, I knew I had to try it out for myself. Well, I can now say that it is indeed a most interesting little aircraft … but when all is said and done, you should probably just go with the company's HOVERAir line of quadcopters.
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Aug 10, 2026
Godox's C100 is the company's first camera, and it's a strange one. Instead of a conventional rear screen, over half of its compact body is taken up by a transparent optical viewfinder that lets you frame a shot while still seeing right through the device.
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Aug 09, 2026
Drones have been a part of our lives for years now, and many industries are hard to imagine without them. They monitor crops, inspect forests and bridges, help with search-and-rescue missions, and are widely used in military operations. But no matter how advanced
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Aug 09, 2026
Multitools continue to evolve in all shapes and form, but we suppose it'd be more accurate to say this latest one revolves. We wouldn't call the all-new Geo multitool from Invento Design "revolutionary" in the sense of changing the market forever, but it does blend physical revolution into the multitool formula, delivering what could be a quicker, more intuitive way of switching from one tool to the next.
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Aug 09, 2026
Typically, if you're in the market for a cruiser with an automatic transmission, you'd have precious few options. The closest mainstream offering is Honda's Rebel 1100 DCT, which starts at around US$10,400 - and even that swaps the traditional V-
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Aug 08, 2026
If you're a scooter rider who's looking to move up the ladder into proper, purpose-built motorcycles, whether that be functional street bikes, cruisers, adventure bikes or even an entry-level sportsbike, the step up can seem pretty darn big and pretty darn intimidating. UK bikemaker AJS seems to be
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Aug 08, 2026
HoverAir has spent years shrinking the drone form factor into a controller-free personal camera. The Versa is its latest take on the idea, pushing beyond existing self-flying models by starting out as a pocket-sized handheld device with a three-axis gimbal.
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Aug 08, 2026
There were moments when I simply stared at the screen, astonished by how convincingly ChatGPT Voice resembled Jarvis, or at least Jarvis Junior. It was the kind of awe that makes you pause and consider the implications.
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Aug 08, 2026
Why walk when you can ride? That seems to be the question of the day as British Army paratroopers exchange Shanks' pony for electric bikes during a combat exercise in Canada, testing the zero-emission conveyances alongside tactical drones and electronic warfare systems.
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Military,
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Aug 08, 2026
Back in 1999, Audi made the fantastic A2, a charming MPV that delivered exceptional mileage. Sadly, it
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Aug 08, 2026
Benelli's story is a strange one. Once upon a time, it was one of Italy's most charismatic motorcycle manufacturers. Today, it's a Chinese-owned company with a catalog so broad that it almost feels like someone threw darts at a whiteboard full of market segments.
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Aug 07, 2026
Mention Zeiss, and it's likely to bring up planetarium projectors and advanced optical lenses, but aerospace products wouldn't get much of a look-in. That is, until now, as New Atlas gets hands-on with Zeiss's new holographic technology for aircraft.
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Aug 07, 2026
Last year, I reviewed OneOdio's Studio Max 1 headphones and came away genuinely impressed. They were inexpensive, comfortable, and included a low-latency wireless dongle that allowed me to mix up some stuff on the DAW without being tethered
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Aug 07, 2026
Camping, watching wildlife, or hiking a remote trail are more fun if you have the right gear, but carrying separate items for every situation is not always practical. Currently on Kickstarter, the Nivora Apex X brings an unexpected combination of tools: a telescope, flashlight, magnetic phone mount, and power bank. The device is aimed mainly a
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Aug 07, 2026
Camping, watching wildlife, or hiking a remote trail are more fun if you have the right gear, but carrying separate items for every situation is not always practical. Currently on Kickstarter, the Nivora Apex X brings an unexpected combination of tools: a telescope, flashlight, magnetic phone mount, and power bank. The device is aimed mainly at outdoor enth
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Aug 07, 2026
Longevity has become a bit of a buzz word, and has become increasingly aligned with the tech industry. But while it remains unclear whether the billions of US dollars being invested in life-extending bioscience is something any of us can access, a timely report from Harvard Medical
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Aug 07, 2026
Longevity has become a bit of a buzz word, and has become increasingly aligned with the tech industry. But while it remains unclear whether the billions of US dollars being invested in life-extending bioscience is something any of us can access, a timely report from Harvard Medical
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Aug 07, 2026
Tiny houses have been trending larger in recent years, but the Mini House 300 x 700 proves you don't need a massive trailer to create a practical home. With a length of just 22 ft (7 m), but an increased width, it manages to squeeze in a surprisingly spacious and livable interior.
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