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Laser-wielding device is like an anti-aircraft system for mosquitoes
July 02, 2025
| Ben Coxworth
While we may still not have flying cars, robot butlers or food replicators in our possession, you can now order something else you may have long dreamt of. It's called the Photon Matrix, and it uses lasers to track and kill airborne mosquitoes.
Under-construction skyscraper breaks a North American record
July 01, 2025
| Adam Williams
A new tower is set to make a major impact on the skyline in Toronto, Canada. One Bloor West is nearing completion and has officially surpassed 984 ft, making it the country's first supertall skyscraper. And it's going to get even taller.
Skyscraper-style tiny house puts vertical spin on downsizing
July 02, 2025
| Adam Williams
This two-bedroom, skyscraper-style tiny house puts a vertical spin on downsizing. Named DQ Tower, the unusual prefab residence consists of three floors and is designed to fit into people's backyards and other small spaces.
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July 02, 2025 | Paul RiddenLegendary British amp maker Orange has been at the heart and soul of music since the late 1960s. Your favorite artists have likely tapped into the iconic sound at some point. Now we can all get in a sonic spin with the O Turntable.
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July 02, 2025 | Abhimanyu GhoshalResearchers have identified a fascinating behavior in killer whales: they sometimes offer to share their prey with humans. And while the orcas haven't gone on the record to confirm it, it's likely their way of building relationships with us.
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July 01, 2025 | Paul McClureA herbal mouthwash selectively killed off bad bacteria in the mouth while preserving the good strains, according to a new study. It's proposed as an alternative to conventional mouthwashes, which were found to kill indiscriminately and damage gum tissue.
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July 01, 2025If you need a lightweight computer for the basics, check out this Lenovo Touchscreen Chromebook. It’s normally $284.99, but during this limited-time sale, you can pick one up for just $75.
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July 01, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonBy age 50, you have a 50/50 chance of your gut being primed for developing diverticulitis, a painful condition that sends 200,000 Americans to hospital each year. But the good news is, you can reduce your risk with even just one lifestyle tweak.
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July 01, 2025 | Bridget BorgobelloTucked into the landscape of Valea lui Enache, Romania, the CL02 Cabin is a modern tiny retreat boasting sustainable design. Built on the remnants of an earlier failed project, this home emerges as a thoughtful reimagining of a traditional annex.
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July 01, 2025 | Utkarsh SoodYou don’t know what you have until it’s gone. But what if you never even had it? That’s exactly the case with the Suzuki Jimny, a car with a rich history spanning over five decades that sadly never made its way Stateside. Here's why it deserves a shout.
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July 01, 2025 | Paul McClureWatching a video of a therapy dog for just five minutes can meaningfully lower stress levels, a new study shows, offering a simple, stigma-free option for those reluctant to seek traditional mental health support.
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July 01, 2025 | Joe SalasThe son of Giorgetto Giugiaro – creator of the 1972 Maserati Boomerang – answers with the Peralta S: a shiny, wedge-shaped one-off sculpted from polished aluminum. It’s a modern tribute to a design legacy, and it’s making its US debut at Car Week.
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July 01, 2025 | Paul RiddenIf you're looking for a big-screen TV alternative that doesn't dominate the room when not in use, ultra-short-throw projectors are a good shout. The PT1 from Hisense brings Dolby Vision and IMAX to 4K viewing at up to 150 inches.
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