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Men cope with loneliness in a strikingly different way to women
August 27, 2026
| Mike McRae
For the first time, scientists find that the male brain is wired to motivate men to drink when they're lonely, while the opposite appears true when it comes to women. It highlights how sex-specific neural pathways inform our behaviors.
Sonic micro-robots burst into motion without batteries or motors
August 26, 2026
| Maryna Holovnova
What happens when a device becomes so small that there’s no room left for a battery or motor? Scientists have found a way to power tiny devices and robots and make them move by using sound.
Wood fire alternative warms your campsite with a red-hot rod
August 26, 2026
| Maryna Holovnova
A traditional campfire is a lot of work, but not being allowed to have one because of a fire ban is even worse. A new propane-based alternative on Kickstarter promises to keep you warm when a wood fire isn’t an option.
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This log cabin-style tiny house looks more like it belongs in the woods rather than being towed behind a truck. It combines a rustic exterior with a spacious interior that sleeps up to four in comfort.
Fitting in a small family without sacrificing portability is a challenge, but this tiny house strikes a good balance. It features two bedrooms, including one on the ground floor, while remaining relatively affordable.
This personal air defense system that tracks and shoots mosquitoes with a blue laser is officially available now. The runaway crowdfunding hit has been scaled up by its makers and is available for preorder from the company Photon Matrix's website.
For years, SylvanSport specialized in skeletal tent trailers. Then it leaped straight to launching one of the boldest, boxiest campers of its class. Now it's circling back to fill in some of the space in between with the new Vire adventure trailer.
The future of Scandinavian military aviation was rolled out by Saab at the Swedish Armed Forces Jubilee Air Show, with the unveiling of a full-scale mock-up of the company's A3-001 supersonic Loyal Wingman autonomous combat aircraft concept.
This neat little cuboid tiny house is simplicity itself. It's best thought of as an extra bedroom or office, with a clever interior layout that maximizes available space by hiding the bed under its floor.
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August 26, 2026 | Howard ArmitageThe Ulanzi TC001 is a small Wi-Fi clock built around a 32 x 8 RGB LED matrix. It’s compact, bright and just retro enough to be charming without looking like something dragged out of an arcade cabinet. Out of the box, the appeal is simple. -
August 26, 2026Back-to-school season is about smarter commuting. Kingbull's 2026 campaign features four e-bikes designed for different needs, from affordable campus rides to family-friendly errands. Here's how the Ranger, Hunter 2.0S, Discover 2.0, and Voyager 2.0 compare. -
August 26, 2026 | Mike McRaeCognitive decline is far more common among individuals over the age of 65 years, but some genetic mutations cause the same characteristic loss of memory and mental processing in children. But the good news is that we now know how to treat it.
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Clusters of towns and cities around the world have become curious case studies for scientists looking into just how residents there defy natural aging, living healthier for longer than anywhere else. Now, another "longevity hotspot" is in the news.
When a 17th-century woman’s bones were discovered with such odd accoutrements as part of her burial in a Polish cemetery, archeologists knew they had stumbled across something a little different. Their findings are even more fascinating.
Scheduling days without food may have a knock-on effect that eases both chronic pain and its associated cognitive problems, according to a study on mice by researchers from the First Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University in China.
A breakthrough by researchers from Zhengzhou University, Adelaide University, the University of South Australia, and Central China Normal University could help you chill out when the temperatures peak without compromising style.
The results of a recently published longitudinal study conducted by researchers from the University of Rhode Island in the US found that a higher body mass index among US adults over the age of 65 years was linked with a lower risk of death.
In a move that could drastically help slow the progression of Alzheimer's Disease (AD), the FDA has cleared C2N Diagnostics' PrecivityAD2 blood test for patients as young as 40 years who have shown potential cognitive symptoms of the condition.
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August 26, 2026MagellanTV offers lifetime access to more than 4,000 ad-free documentaries, movies, and series for a one-time $149.97 payment—an easy way to give screen time a little more substance without recurring fees. -
August 26, 2026 | Adam WilliamsThis tiny house squeezes about as much as you could reasonably ask into its 16-ft length while remaining practical. The Petite Pelican sleeps two comfortably, plus it can fit another couple of guests too. -
August 26, 2026 | Etiido Uko“Better the devil you know ...” That’s a worst-case scenario. The best case is an angel you know. But what if that angel was somewhat of a devil all along? Researchers have shown that ordinary Wi-Fi can serve as a powerful surveillance tool. -
August 26, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodWe pit 3 electric dirt bikes against each other: the ENGWE Eagle, Buffseek R01, and Tasaca T500-V58. All are fighting for attention in roughly the same $1,000 to $1,500 neighborhood. Targeted at younger folks, these promise proper dirt-bike thrills. -
August 25, 2026Built for rough streets during the week and off-road escapes on weekends, the Kingbull Rover 2.0 combines full suspension, fat tires, a 750W Bafang motor, and a 720Wh battery in one versatile $1,199 e-bike. -
August 25, 2026 | David SzondyThe new Space Age looks to be shifting into top gear as SpaceX signs an agreement with the state of Louisiana for the company to invest US$100 billion to build the world's largest spaceport that could conduct over 10,000 launches per year. -
August 25, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalFor years, America's been in the chokehold of oversized pickup trucks, but common sense – and more reasonably proportioned utes – may soon prevail. VW has just revealed the Tukan in Brazil. Could it make a trip over to the US?
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For the last couple of years, Cixi has been working on a three-wheeled vehicle called Vigoz that's based on its chainless pedaling system. A skeletal prototype has been tested to 100 km/h, and now the company has revealed the latest production design.
Transport produces 28% of the greenhouse gas released in the US, and nearly a quarter of that comes from heavy vehicles – more than from passenger cars. Revoy attacks the problem with a smart dolly that creates a hybrid semi truck with two heads.
For ages, Earth has been known as a blue planet, a vision largely shaped by the vast oceans that cover three-quarters of its surface. But what if this wasn't always the case, and our oceans used to be green?
I'm a sucker for a good "reinventing the wheel" story, and David Henson's 'SurfacePlan' concept is an odd a take on one of humanity's greatest inventions as we've seen in a long time. It's designed to replace engines and drivetrains altogether.
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.
This off-grid cabin-style tiny house is seriously small, with a floorspace of just 215 sq ft. However, despite its modest dimensions, it has been expertly designed to provide everything you need for a short stay.
The first aceclidine-based eye drop to improve near vision in adults with age-related presbyopia, which affects more than 100 million adults in the US alone, has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration and will be on sale by November.
This two-bedroom, skyscraper-style tiny house puts a vertical spin on downsizing. Named DQ Tower, the unusual prefab residence consists of three floors and is designed to fit into people's backyards and other small spaces.