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Record-breaking bridge opens new link between Canada and USA
August 11, 2026
| Adam Williams
Following almost eight years of construction, work is complete on the Gordie Howe International Bridge. It features an impressive main span of 2,798 ft, making the longest cable-stayed bridge in North America.
Drone review: Vcopter Falcon Mini is unique, but can be frustrating
August 10, 2026
| Ben Coxworth
I like oddball inventions, so when I first heard about the Falcon Mini bicopter drone, I knew I had to try it out. Well, I can now say that it is indeed a quirky li'l aircraft … but you should probably just go with the HOVERAir line of quadcopters.
Ultra-rare Aston Martin V8 Vantage Zagato is up for sale
August 11, 2026
| Utkarsh Sood
Hundreds of retro cars turn up on the market every week, but when something like the 1990 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Zagato pops up, you’re going to stop and take notice. Officially unveiled at the 1986 Geneva Motor Show, only 52 units were ever built.
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August 10, 2026 | C.C. WeissAt the 2025 Caravan Salon, Bürstner revealed two small motorhomes with shape-shifting interiors. This year, it's adding a new camper van that incorporates transforming features from both those series to create a new sense of space and versatility.
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August 10, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaItalian designer Paolo Caviglia reimagined Lego-style bricks and found a way to give them a purpose beyond decoration. By integrating electronic adapters, he created a modular audio system that can be redesigned and customized in different ways.
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August 10, 2026 | Monica J. WhiteGodox’s $45 C100 is a lightweight screen-free digital camera with a transparent optical viewfinder, HUD overlays, four aspect ratios and a built-in light meter that could make it surprisingly useful for film shooters.
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August 10, 2026 | Simon HeptinstallA pioneering student-built solar-powered mobile clinic called the Stella Juva is heading to Kenya for real-world trials, aiming to deliver hospital-grade healthcare to remote communities without roads, fuel or electricity.
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August 10, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalI've relied on USB docks to expand my laptops' connectivity options, both in my home office and on the road, for years. This new one from Cabletime adds a surprisingly versatile screen to earn its keep on your desk.
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August 09, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaDrones are becoming lighter, faster, and can reach places people can’t, but battery life remains a major limitation. Researchers in China have developed a technology that allows a flying drone to be charged from the ground using a laser beam.
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August 09, 2026Microsoft 365 isn’t the only way to get the industry-standard programs. For a one-time purchase, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote, and Access can be yours for only $54.99.
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August 09, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalToronto, Canada-based Beachman makes highly desirable vintage-style electric café racers that we've covered on here before. It's now expanding its shop to convert classic cars and motorcycles into full-fledged electric vehicles.
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August 08, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalE-mobility brand Augment's new vehicle is designed for folks who don't want to bother with parking their ride outside. The 360 can fold up and easily roll into an elevator, your apartment, or your office – making city commutes a whole lot easier.
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