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Graphene-boosted plastic makes auto parts 20% stronger, 18% lighter
November 18, 2025
| Ben Coxworth
Glass-filled polypropylene is already a very commonly used plastic for automotive parts, but could it be improved? Well, yes. A new substance, Gratek, is claimed to make the plastic 20% stronger yet 18% lighter, thanks to the addition of graphene.
Heavenly design: Concrete church hailed world's best new building
November 17, 2025
| Adam Williams
An eye-catching concrete church has taken the top honor at this year's World Architecture Festival. The project impressed judges with its rugged design, clever use of light, and community focused approach.
Cockroaches release toxic compounds that pollute indoor air
November 18, 2025
| Pranjal Malewar
Cockroach infestations can worsen allergies and asthma in children, especially in low-income urban homes. Now researchers are better understanding why after discovering bacteria in their guts can release harmful substances called endotoxins into the air.
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November 18, 2025 | C.C. WeissAlphago's stretched, oversized The Cube glamping tent features an air tube frame designed to inflate within minutes at the push of a button. Want to make a cube city? Simply zip multiple tents together into a sprawling air-beam compound.
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November 18, 2025 | Maryna HolovnovaDoes the feeling of standing up too fast and suddenly getting lightheaded sound familiar? Tracking your blood flow can explain why this is happening, and that’s what sets Lumia 2 apart from other similar energy-management devices.
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November 18, 2025 | Michael FrancoWhile most planes use heat to melt ice that can form on the wing either before takeoff or during flight, the process is highly energy intensive and can impact engine efficiency. A new process from German researchers shakes the ice off instead.
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November 18, 2025 | Abhimanyu GhoshalJeff Bezos is gainfully employed once more, after having left his post as Amazon CEO back in 2021. The billionaire is now co-CEO at Project Prometheus, a startup that describes itself as building "AI for the physical economy."
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November 17, 2025The Kingbull Literider 2.0 offers a lightweight, commuter-friendly design with practical range and smooth handling. With one of Kingbull’s biggest Black Friday reductions, it’s an accessible option for riders seeking a simple and reliable urban e-bike.
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November 17, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonIn the most comprehensive investigation of the ketogenic diet’s mental health effects yet, researchers pooled 50 studies spanning six decades to see what we actually know about its influence on mood. The results are a mix of promising and uncertain.
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November 17, 2025 | Malcolm AzaniaSurvivors of childhood trauma experience high risk for depression. If they have high levels of SGK1 in their brain tissue, they’re at greater risk. Combined with genetic screening for the protein, SGK1 inhibitors could be a life-saving intervention.
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November 17, 2025 | Shirl LeighWith the SoundCam Go acoustic camera, you can be that person in your neigborhood social media group who can answer those “Where's that noise coming from?” questions whenever an unexplained sound is reported. And the device connects to your phone.
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November 17, 2025 | Jay KakadeA stealthy parasite queen can turn an ant colony against itself. The invading queen has been found to sneak into an ant colony, creep towards the resident ant queen, and spray a chemical that tricks ants into slaughtering their own mother.
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November 17, 2025Need a productivity boost? This Microsoft Office Pro 2021 for Windows lifetime license equips your PC with eight helpful apps, and you’ll also receive a Microsoft Training bundle, all for just $49.99 (reg. $239.99).
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