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Anxiety linked to an inability to digest sugar
April 27, 2026
| Ivan Farkas
New research links fructose malabsorption — affecting more than half of healthy adults — to gut microbiome disruption, low-grade inflammation, and heightened anxiety, suggesting diet may play a larger role in mental health than previously recognized.
Razor-slim Stealth Jet camping stove fuses portability with power
April 23, 2026
| C.C. Weiss
Zempire has launched one of the slimmest, most portable camp stoves on the US market. The Stealth-Jet stove series packs flat and slim for easy transport, firing out up to 10,000 BTUs of cooking power per burner.
Oppo tempts photo pros with dual 200-MP cams and 10x optical telephoto
April 27, 2026
| Monica J. White
OPPO is pushing the smartphone further toward dedicated standalone camera territory with the Find X9 Ultra, which introduces a 10x optical zoom telephoto, an optional external 300-mm teleconverter lens, dual 200-MP cameras, and pro-grade video tools.
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The all-new Mohab Altus is a vehicle rooftop shelter series like nothing we've covered before. Using an electric-lift system, it rises into a boxy, hard-sided cabin that lives atop your vehicle, blurring the line between tent and RV.
Downsizing is always a challenge, but the Knoll tiny house makes the jump more manageable than most. Featuring a spacious layout with plenty of storage, the towable home would be a good fit for a couple or even a small family.
The Aetherion Max UST projector is designed to be different. Not only does its angular housing help it make a bold statement, but the promise of pixel perfection right up to 200 inches should have big-screen TVs trembling. Let's have a closer look.
Safety is a double-edged sword on motorcycles. Between the thrill of being on a bike and ensuring you’re safe out on the road, it’s a subtle balancing act. This unique three-wheeled electric leaning motorcycle tries to redefine motorcycle safety.
Hest puts its expertise in memory-foam camp mattresses to work in building a cushioned folding camping chair that elevates base camp comfort closer to the level of cushioned patio furniture. It truly looks to be "home comfort built for the outdoors."
Solar panels can grossly detract from the look of many buildings and roofs. A new type of coating can add colors and intricate patterns to these panels, allowing them to blend in beautifully – without affecting efficiency by more than 5%.
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April 26, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalIt's all too easy to pick up a viral infection in shared spaces – whether from tiny droplets in the air containing these particles, or touching doorknobs and countertops. A new material with nanospikes could pierce these viruses and keep us safe. -
April 26, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonAround 30 million Americans are living with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. making it one of the deadliest health conditions we face. While frontline treatment is medicationn to manage symptoms, scientists have found a surprising natural ally. -
April 26, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonBeneath a concrete overpass amid the bustling hub of Causeway Bay, you'll find a bizarre and enduring tradition in Hong Kong – "villain hitting." Here, elderly women perform an elaborate ritual that involves bashing a name written on paper with a shoe. -
April 26, 2026 | Malcolm Azania“Impure” lead-halide perovskite cells riddled with “imperfections” offer superb energy-harvesting efficiency that could beat industry-standard silicon cells. Best of all, they’re simple, cheap to manufacture, and could change the world. -
April 26, 2026Looking for the most affordable way to travel? This subscription to OneAir Elite gives you premium access to the best deals on hotels and flights. And you can even edit your reservations after booking to save more, for just $99.99 (Reg. $790). -
April 26, 2026 | Adam WilliamsThis 215-sq-ft tiny house may be on the smaller side, but it still manages to make room for some of life's luxuries. It features a comfortable interior for two and even has its own sauna and hot tub nearby. -
April 26, 2026 | Malcolm AzaniaImagine a device using an energy source the size of planet Earth, and offering nearly limitless electricity with no ecologically-devastating mining required to get it. Science fiction? A lie from Big Battery? No – it’s real, and it’s the ocean. -
April 25, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodVolkswagen hasn’t exactly nailed the EV game yet … globally, at least. With the much hyped ID.7 sedan scrapped for North America and cars like the ID.Buzz reporting bleak sales, VW was in a fix. Can it correct course with the ID.3 Neo? -
April 25, 2026 | Joe SalasPuroAir’s HVAC Mega Filter gave me a new appreciation for whole-home air quality, while the company’s 240 air purifier proved less effective in bigger rooms than I expected. -
April 25, 2026 | Joe SalasThis was hands down the most frustrating mower I've ever tested. So I rage quit and kicked it down the street to a neighbor's house.
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Despite the headlines, there’s limited evidence that using large language models – like Claude and ChatGPT – is rotting the brain. But there’s enough cause for concern.
The Mysa 400 by Irontown Modular is an extra-wide tiny house that features an apartment-style interior with a spacious living area, two bedrooms, and an open design that's suited to full-time living.
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A slab of limestone excavated in 1984 from the ancient Coriovallum settlement presented a puzzle for researchers of Roman history. Because of its grooves, the stone piece looked like a board game. More than 40 years on, we may have the rulebook.
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.
You could be forgiven for assuming that this pyramidal skyscraper project was a still from a sci-fi TV show, or perhaps another render that's never going to go ahead. But it is indeed real, and it's begun the early stages of construction.