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Vanilla-derived compound shown to accelerate healing of chronic wounds
October 07, 2026
| Abhimanyu Ghoshal
Researchers based in Australia have found that Vanillin, the compound found in vanilla pods, is not only an aromatic flavoring agent for foods and perfumes, but it can also help treat chronic wounds.
Folding multitool distinguishes itself with unique set of skills
October 06, 2026
| Maryna Holovnova
A new multitool on Kickstarter packs all the tools you might need for measuring and marking into a compact titanium ruler – no unnecessary extras. Made for designers and craftspeople, it could become a great addition to an EDC toolkit.
Spiral solar tower promises near-continuous power for Moon bases
October 07, 2026
| David Szondy
Blue Origin has unveiled its Power Tower for future Moon bases, which will be carried by the company's Mark 1 lunar lander. After touchdown, the spacecraft will deploy a 20-m (66-ft)-tall solar array for around-the-clock electrical power.
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This charming A-frame offers a surprisingly comfortable take on cabin-style living. It features a spacious single-level interior that's designed more like a cozy rustic retreat than a traditional tiny house.
Leisure Travel Vans has introduced a new Ford Transit motorhome that combines a slide-out wall with a split-recliner Murphy lounge that folds its way into a super-queen-size bed. The new Wonder FX makes sure you'll barely miss home when on the road.
Since 2019, Metmo has impressed with its lineup of small tools built to perform specific tasks with singular precision. This time, it presents the Precision Grip, a tweezer-like tool that secures the tiniest and squirrelliest bits and bobs.
If your idea of a good time involves heading outdoors with a bunch of pals, you'll want to check out this upcoming gadget. It's a hybrid radio that offers nearly unlimited range so you can stay in touch with your group over long distances.
An unmanned Sceye airship flew from New Mexico to Japan and back, beaming mobile service to ordinary phones from the stratosphere. Still a test, but SoftBank – one of Japan's major mobile carriers – eyes commercial service in Japan from 2027.
Ultraviolette isn’t a household name in the motorcycle market yet. It’s not a one-hit wonder, either. It might be lesser-known in Western circles, but where it’s from, it's carrying a lot of momentum. Naturally, a 2027 US launch is on the cards.
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October 07, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalBMW's following up its F 450 GS adventure bike with a small-bore roadster to round out its entry-level lineup. The F 450 R features its sibling's powertrain in a naked frame that should make for exceptional maneuverability on city streets. -
October 07, 2026 | C.C. WeissFord has established itself as a leading badge in plug-in hybrid camper vans but not all-electric campers, despite having a solid e-van base. Wavecamper looks to change that with the Flex E-Line, a highly versatile E-Transit Custom camper van. -
October 07, 2026 | Ben CoxworthCar tires are made to take a lot of abuse for a long time, so breaking them down for recycling has always been quite a challenge. Spanish scientists are developing a solution to that problem, with a modular tire that has a removable silicone tread. -
October 07, 2026 | Omar KardoudiVirtual reality can take you anywhere, but strap on a headset for long enough and your sore neck brings you back to actual reality. A Kyushu University researcher wants to change that, and his idea is a chair that offers a new way of experiencing VR. -
October 07, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalThese newly launched headphones feature a novel hybrid design that I can't say I've seen before. You can use them on your noggin as normal for private listening, or twist the headband so the cups combine to form a speaker for others to hear. -
October 07, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodIt takes some serious guts to go out and change just about everything on your best-selling car. The eighth generation of the 3 Series is here, and BMW has done just that. -
October 07, 2026 | Mike McRaeFor the 14% of us living with tinnitus, the persistent ringing inside our heads is impossible for anybody else to hear. Or measure. Now, a blood test for an inner-ear protein could reveal the sign of the condition that makes it easy to detect. -
October 06, 2026Most cloud storage plans bill you every month for as long as you keep your files online. Koofr Cloud Storage gives you 1TB of encrypted space for a single payment, and a lifetime subscription is on sale for $129.99 (reg. $810) through October 11. -
October 06, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalLemmo has been shaking up Europe's ebike scene with handsome mid-range models since 2022. Now, it's got something for more adventurous riders: a versatile SUV ebike that promises to take you places while delivering an exceptionally comfortable ride. -
October 06, 2026 | Omar KardoudiSilk is slippery, shape-shifting, and unforgiving, which makes it a nightmare for a robot to handle. Chinese company Agilink has now shown a robotic hand taking it on, with a master embroiderer as its teacher.
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Garmin's latest Force electric motor drive might just be its most innovative yet. The Current trolling motor goes totally hands-free with a foot pedal system Garmin calls an industry first. Keep your bait in the water while cruising forward.
Following construction restarting earlier this year, more details have been revealed on what is arguably the world's most ambitious architecture project: the mind-bogglingly tall JEC Tower, which is currently rising in Saudi Arabia.
Honda's CB350 Special Edition is based on the stock CB350, but differs with a unique visual motif with vintage designs on the fuel tank, side panels, and fenders. It comes in two beautiful retro paint schemes: Matt Dune Brown and Rebel Red Metallic.
Nobody really enjoys seeing power lines, but maybe they could be turned from an eyesore into a local point of pride. Such is the thinking behind this creative project that transforms power line pylons into huge animal sculptures.
BMW's recently unveiled Vision CE has revived a unique two-wheeler space that does away with helmets. Now, it gets some competition in the form of XYTE One, which combines scooter agility and car-like protection. The best part: No helmets needed!
Archeologists say they have solved the 6,000-year-old mystery of Armenia’s “dragon stones" – massive carved monoliths scattered across high-altitude slopes and pastures where no ancient settlements ever existed. It's a story of worship and water.
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 compact tiny house doubles down on one of the major benefits of small living: freedom. The home runs off-grid and combines an easy-to-tow configuration with an open layout that's arranged on one floor.