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Next-gen hopping robot is the smart flea we didn't know we needed
October 10, 2026
| Maryna Holovnova
A new tiny robot called DirectHop costs less than a cup of coffee and weighs about as much as a paper clip. Inspired by fleas, it can jump up stairs, recover from bad landings, and explore places that larger machines can’t reach.
Tiny house spreads out with a pair of porches and a spacious interior
October 09, 2026
| Adam Williams
The Nordic Nook is a not-so-tiny house designed for a comfortable full-time life on wheels. It features a single-level layout for two and includes a well-equipped kitchen, an open living area, and not just one but two porches.
Triumph shrinks its iconic Bonneville to a 400
October 10, 2026
| Utkarsh Sood
The Triumph Bonneville 400 is the sort of motorcycle that makes you wonder why Triumph didn't build it years ago and why, once you look at it, nobody else thought of doing exactly this. Well, Triumph finally built one.
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October 09, 2026 | Mike McRaeUsing both the popular weight-loss medication tirzepatide with another hormone mimic may boost the popular drug's effectiveness, according to the results of a recent clinical trial. Essentially, it means greater weight loss than using only Mounjaro.
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October 09, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonThis year, more than 10,000 entries from 112 countries were judged in one of the most enjoyable photo competitions on the calendar. And here we present a snapshot of the 40 images that made the shortlist, with winners announced in December.
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October 09, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalFor decades, the original Honda NSX has stolen hearts and captured the imagination of sportscar enthusiasts worldwide. More than 35 years since its debut, the iconic two-door is making a comeback – but only for a lucky (and loaded) few.
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October 09, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonAmid cranes on top of new skyscrapers, Shanghai has held onto of the most remarkable buildings you may ever experience – one built in 1933 by British architect firm Balfours to efficiently steer a production line of cattle to their deaths.
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October 09, 2026 | Ben CoxworthWeather balloons are wasteful, and not very eco-friendly – they burst upon reaching high altitudes, then fall back to the earth as trash. That's why there's now a reusable multicopter weather drone that can fly to the edge of the stratosphere.
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October 09, 2026 | Simon HeptinstallThe 2027 MINI Countryman Untamed swaps city streets for desert sands. Featuring a 15-mm raised suspension and all-terrain tires, this rugged crossover version debuts in the Rebelle Rally before a global launch early next year.
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October 09, 2026 | Mike McRaeNew inks could add a degree of transience to tattoos, making them more like summer wear than permanent features. Called PhotoTat, the inks can be switched between almost invisible and brightly coloured states using different kinds of light.
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October 09, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonIn a landmark study, scientists have uncovered that a vibrant reef resident has had hundreds of its genes change in activity – most linked to inflammation and immune responses – by choosing more polluted but food-abundant habitats closer to humans.
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October 09, 2026 | Omar KardoudiGermany is taking wind power to new heights. The world’s tallest turbine now stands 365 m (1,198 ft) in Schipkau, where it aims to tap stronger, steadier winds and test whether existing wind farms could grow upward with a second story.
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October 08, 2026Prepping for a CompTIA exam usually means buying separate prep courses for each certification. This 2026 CompTIA Certification Trainingbundle includes lifetime access to materials for nine CompTIA exams for $24.99 (reg. $269.91).
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