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Lamborghini pays homage to past great with new Revuelto edition
August 05, 2026
| Aaron Turpen
Lamborghini has never been shy about mining its own history for inspiration. The difference this time is that it's reaching back to the car that arguably invented the modern supercar.
Wireless retinal implant approved for sale across 30 countries
August 05, 2026
| Etiido Uko
“Remove the plank from your eye before pointing out the speck in another’s,” says a popular proverb. For millions with geographic atrophy, the speck is literal. Relief may now be coming, after a sight-restoring implant received approval for sale in Europe.
Adorable Tiny Vinyl turntable spins 4-inch records
August 05, 2026
| Monica J. White
Tiny Vinyl’s budget-friendly Player gives four-inch records their own belt-drive turntable, with built-in speakers and Bluetooth, while crates and frames expand the collectible format into a miniature music ecosystem.
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The winner of 2026's Shed of the Year competition isn't your typical home office or backyard bar. Instead, the top prize has gone to a lovingly handcrafted wargaming shed built by intrepid tabletop warriors.
One of London's most famous landmarks is an engineering marvel that was once the tallest skyscraper in Britain. Celebrities and royalty spent their evenings there, and thousands visited it, yet for decades it officially did not exist. This is the BT Tower.
An AI present in your consultation promises better notes, less admin and more time for patients, but what exactly is being recorded, where does the data go, and did anyone really ask for your consent?
Airbus has announced an upcoming flight-test phase for its Wing of Tomorrow program. The project aims to develop next-generation airliner wings so long that they will need to fold at the tip to operate at existing commercial airports.
If you're someone who likes to fall asleep listening to sound, be it a podcast, music or a rainy soundscape, your options have been limited if you want to avoid next-day ear pain or disturbing anyone you share a bed with. This company has a solution.
The Acemate S10 is one of the most ambitious tennis training products to hit the market. Unlike a ball machine, this robot coach is designed to act more like a human – zipping across the court to catch your return, then firing a ball back at you.
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August 05, 2026CapCut Video Studio introduces Director Mode to help creators manage characters, scenes, props, and visual direction in one workflow—making AI video production more consistent, controllable, and ready for serialized storytelling. -
August 05, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodThe Allen Millyard Dodge Viper V10 is a proper missile. It comes powered by an actual 8-liter Dodge Viper V10 engine that produces 507 hp and 525 lb.ft. But the fact that it was built by Millyard himself adds to its prestige. -
August 05, 2026 | Simon HeptinstallMeet the Hennessey Blackbird hypercar, a sensational statement about decoupling mechanical innovation from digital dependency that features the world’s most powerful and high-revving naturally-aspirated V8 engine and an old-school manual gearbox.
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Hookworms are freeloaders that live at the host’s expense inside their gut, drinking about two drops of blood per day. This parasite could soon pay its way with engineered hookworms serving as living medicine factories.
Sixteen different PFAS compounds have been discovered in the feathers of Antarctic penguins, demonstrating that the insidious spread of "forever chemicals" now reaches the most remote wildlife on Earth.
An international team led by researchers from the University of Oxford has discovered two of the lowest-density giant planets on record.
A sustainable, plant-based wound dressing that delivers antibiotics before infection spreads could offer a greener and more efficient alternative to conventional wound care.
According to new research from Rutgers University, being a 'girl dad' might just make Bandit the ideal partner. It turns out that having daughters can transform fathers in ways that strengthen their romantic relationships.
For the first time, a European Southern Observatory (ESO) study has quantified the threat to astronomy posed by a large number of highly reflective satellites planned to launch in the coming years.
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August 05, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalWashington Dulles International Airport is set to undergo a major renovation, with an expansion plan that's set to cost some $22 billion. Here's everything you can expect from the renovation – except for a clear timeline. -
August 04, 2026Compare ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek, and more from one workspace instead of bouncing between tabs. Through Aug. 9, ChatPlayground AI’s Unlimited Plan is a one-time $59.25 (reg. $619) with code AUG25. -
August 04, 2026 | Etiido UkoResearchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have developed a sensing electronic skin that functions underwater, detects nearby objects, senses physical contact, recognizes when it has been punctured or cut, and repairs itself after damage. -
August 04, 2026 | David SzondyWhich came first, the chicken or the egg? In aviation circles, the debate is often which came first: the military or civilian variant? Case in point: Archer Aviation's announcement at Farnborough of Halo, the civilian counterpart to the Thunder autonomous attack aircraft. -
August 04, 2026 | Adam WilliamsThe JEC Tower has hit another milestone on its journey to become the new world's tallest skyscraper. The building is rapidly moving toward the halfway mark and has now reached a height of 1,410 ft. -
August 04, 2026 | Simon HeptinstallAmazon subsidiary Zoox has announced that its autonomous pod is the first purpose-built robotaxi to be cleared for commercial taxi operation in the US. Expect it to compete with the market-leading Waymo fleet of modified production cars head-on. -
August 04, 2026 | Adam WilliamsWhen it comes to towable tiny houses, many smaller models seem better suited as weekenders. The eOne Limited – Special Edition is an exception and is the kind of house you could actually see yourself living in.
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Australian defense company Electro Optic Systems (EOS) has unveiled its Apollo High Energy Laser Weapon (HELW) that pumps out up to 150 kW of power yet can take out 200 medium-sized drones running on its own internal power supply.
We're one step closer to that elusive goal preventing hair loss and enabling new growth, as scientists identify the crucial role that one all-important protein has in protecting the hard-working cells on the production line.
Originally envisioned as a Tesla Model 3 hatch camper, the Wheelhome Dashaway ECT micro-camping trailer eventually got its own wheels. It's still ready for efficient e-camping and furnishes travelers with everything they need to live in comfort.
Back in 2014, e-mobility company AEMotion set out to "combine the agility of a motorcycle with the safety profile of a four-wheeled vehicle." After much prototyping, its two-person tilting creation is up for pre-order ahead of production next year.
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.
Researchers in the Netherlands have created mechanical structures that strangely shrink – or more precisely, snap inward – instead of stretching outward when pulled. This 'countersnapping' behavior could find use in tomorrow's soft robots.
Bajaj Auto, the world's third largest motorcycle manufacturer, has gone from a partner to KTM to taking over the Austrian brand altogether. That's thanks to a $905-million shot in the arm from the Indian two-wheeler giant at the eleventh hour.
While cutting back on salt intake has long been a mainstay in treating high blood pressure, new research suggests that upping potassium intake might have a greater effect. It might be time to stock up on bananas, apricots, and sweet potatoes.