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New technique radically boosts biogas yields from sewage sludge
May 09, 2026
| Etiido Uko
Could one man's trash truly be another's treasure? Well, scientists have unveiled a technique that dramatically increases fuel extraction from one of humanity's most abundant byproducts – sewage sludge, a.k.a. poop – while cutting disposal costs.
Swiss survival piston filters wild water as extensively as you want
May 07, 2026
| Simon Heptinstall
Katadyn has launched a state-of-the-art modular outdoor water filter system that uses a combination of three sophisticated filtration processes. The Explorer Water Filter and Purifier Series is serious professional expedition-quality gear.
Review: Akaso 360, the budget alternative for the action cam beginner
May 09, 2026
| David Szondy
Looking for an action cam that can take fish-eye 360° shots but don't have a lot of cash to splash? One option is the Akaso 360 Action Camera aimed at the budget-conscious beginner. We took an in-depth look at it to see how it stacks up.
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Designing a tiny house for a couple is one thing, but creating a home on wheels for a family is another challenge entirely. The Soma addresses this with a spacious layout that fits in three bedrooms and a large open living area.
Fritz Tiny Homes' Halcyon Grand packs two bedrooms into a 400-sq-ft park model, with a naturally lit master suite, full kitchen with dishwasher, spa-like bathroom, and advanced climate control for maximum livability.
Sunlight has made a name for itself as a go-to for capable all-terrain adventure campers. With last year's Ibex 4x4 concept, it previewed how it would step things up to the next level. Now it's readying the production Ibex for launch this summer.
What do you look for in a tiny house? If it's the ability to hit the road, then the Samuel probably isn't for you. However, if you'd prefer a stationary but practical home suitable for long-term living, then it might be a good fit.
Originally envisioned as a Tesla Model 3 hatch camper, the Wheelhome Dashaway ECT micro-camping trailer eventually got its own wheels. It's still ready for efficient e-camping and furnishes travelers with everything they need to live in comfort.
Power banks are a dime a dozen, but this one caught my eye with a feature I haven't seen before: a built-in solar panel to recharge it using the power of the sun. The Solly ticks a lot more boxes, and is currently raising funds over on Kickstarter.
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May 08, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodA motorcycle commanding a price tag of over half a million dollars must surely be insanely rare. But then again, there aren’t many motorcycles that come fitted with a 3.5-liter V8 engine from a Ferrari F355 sports car. -
May 08, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonIn a vibrant entertainment spot in southern China, the main attraction may be a landlocked cruise ship full of bars and restaurants. But in its shadow, is even more novelty: A 24-hour self-service beer station where prices are guided by demand. -
May 08, 2026 | C.C. WeissThe James Brand has completely reimagined its Ellis multitool into the ultra-slim Ellis knife. Thinner than a pack of gum and shorter than an Apple TV remote, the new Ellis is designed to disappear away ... right up until it's needed. -
May 08, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonAotos' Flux X26 cyberpunk-tinged "hybrid" ebike has built on the buzz it generated at CES, raising over US$2.8 million in crowdfunding in a month. The company will begin shipping the specially priced standard and Pro models across the globe in May. -
May 08, 2026 | Etiido UkoIt is said that during the gold rush, people were so focused on gold that they forgot the shovel “goldmine”. In the AI and clean energy boom, where infrastructure is the focus, one company is betting on the most fundamental of shovels: raw materials. -
May 08, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaWhen it comes to cycling innovations, the inner tube has seen relatively little change. Tubolito is set to change that by introducing a smart inner tube designed for cyclists who are very particular about their riding efficiency and tire pressure. -
May 08, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalBlackstar has not only crammed a guitar amp into a box the size of a portable Bluetooth speaker, but also packed it with high-tech features to get a vast array of tones out of it for any style of playing, anywhere they'll tolerate you. -
May 08, 2026 | Simon HeptinstallAudi’s new multi-million-dollar 200-mph mid-engined supercar has a V16… and sports a 90-year old design. The one-off Auto Union Lucca makes its public debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in July. -
May 08, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalGoogle's just launched the Fitbit Air, a screenless wearable that tracks your fitness activities, sleep, and other health stats. It's like the Whoop Band, but it comes in at a compelling price point, and covers the basics without a subscription. -
May 08, 2026 | Omar KardoudiCalifornia's Ride1Up has packed semi-solid-state battery tech into a moped-style ebike called the Revv1 evo – promising double the cycle life of standard lithium-ion, better cold-weather range, and a price tag that doesn't require selling a kidney.
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There are knives, good knives, great knives, and classic knives. Then there are the knives that are flat-out legends with remarkable stories behind them. One of these is the instantly recognizable Puma White Hunter that redefined the hunting knife.
MIT spin-off Quaise is still trying to use fusion technology to drill the deepest hole in history and unlock clean, virtually limitless, supercritical geothermal energy. But how does it work? And are they even close to realizing their vision?
In a new study from the University of Oregon, scientists turned up the temperature to see which type of passive heat therapy packs the most health punch – hot baths, traditional saunas, or those fancy far-infrared saunas.
Construction on the new world's tallest skyscraper is rapidly approaching a major milestone. Saudi Arabia's JEC Tower is racing towards 100 floors, making it another step closer to achieving its projected 2028 completion date.
Although electric motors do help kayaks fight headwinds and currents, they also add weight, complexity and the potential for getting snagged. The FluxJet system may change that, with a sub-5-lb electric jet drive module that fits into the hull.
Australian defense company Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has unveiled its Apollo High Energy Laser Weapon (HELW) that pumps out up to 150 kW of power yet can take out 200 medium-sized drones running on its own internal power supply.
Dragon Tiny Homes' Webster is well-suited to full-time living on wheels and features a spacious interior with three bedrooms, sleeping up to six people. The tiny house is currently up for sale for $85,000.
Back in 2014, e-mobility company AEMotion set out to "combine the agility of a motorcycle with the safety profile of a four-wheeled vehicle." After much prototyping, its two-person tilting creation is up for pre-order ahead of production next year.