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Hyundai rolls out stunning Staria camper van the West was waiting for
January 18, 2026
| C.C. Weiss
Hyundai's futuristic Staria van has been destined to make a cool, little camper since it debuted in 2021. Now, Hyundai is previewing a potential Staria camper van for Europe. And it looks good enough to take on the VW California and Ford Nugget.
World's new tallest building nears major construction milestone
January 18, 2026
| Adam Williams
Construction on the new world's tallest skyscraper is rapidly approaching a major milestone. Saudi Arabia's JEC Tower is racing towards 100 floors, making it another step closer to achieving its projected 2028 completion date.
Folding bike helmet lowers brain injury risk in crashes
January 18, 2026
| Monica J. White
How much protection does your bicycle helmet offer? It might be less than you think, but Newlane’s latest helmet combines protection and convenience into a single package.
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The Ford Nugget may forever have the spirit of a carefree 22-year-old, but the camper van is actually turning the big 4-0 this year. To celebrate, Ford Pro is kicking off 2026 with a special edition styled to match the original Nugget from 1986.
On the very first day of this year's Florida RV Supershow, Westfalia debuted its most focused product yet: a roomy camper van designed quite specifically for TWO adventurous road-trippers. It's even called the "For 2." But is it really?
Yamaha has been working with storied British carmaker Caterham on its new electric sports car. Dubbed the Project V, it is finally here. And not only is it coming to America, but it is coming for Porsche.
During over 50 years on the global market, the Toyota Hilux has sold more than 27 million units and been identified as the most indestructible passenger vehicle out there. Now, it evolves into its 9th generation, welcoming new capabilities and tech.
Typically, a jack of all trades is... well, you know. However, the Tink tiny house is adept at performing multiple roles and packs in clever storage, room for guests, and even space to work from home.
Father-son duo Luke and Mike Bell, from Cape Town, South Africa, have set a new quadcopter drone speed world record. Their Peregreen V4 drone clocked a top speed of 657.59 km/h (408 mph) to reclaim their Guinness World Record.
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January 18, 2026If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to ditch subscriptions and keep the Office apps you actually use, this is it. This Microsoft Office lifetime license just hit its lowest price ever, and once these license codes are gone, they’re gone. -
January 18, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonWe previewed the RedMagic 11 Pro last year, but with any technology it feels better to have a real-world, lived experience with it. And while this phone isn't an all-rounder, its gaming capabilities and insane battery life demonstrate its strengths. -
January 18, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonThere's a lot of tech that solves problems that don't exist – however this isn't that. This mug from Feppo is one of those little products that makes things easier – especially if you get interrupted right when you've made yourself a coffee or tea. -
January 18, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodIt looks like KTM will lead the way for the biggest displacement ADV with the 2026 1390 Super Adventure R, which bumps from 1,300cc in the previous iteration to 1,350cc now. But is that necessarily a good thing? How much power does one really need? -
January 17, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalWe're still transitioning away from a majority of gas-powered vehicles globally, which means questions continue to abound about switching to electric vehicles, and what sort of longevity we can expect. Turns out EV batteries can last at least 13 years. -
January 17, 2026 | David SzondyThe future arrived on December 28, 2025 as the Israeli Defense Force announced that Iron Beam became the first high-energy tactical laser weapon to be fully integrated and cleared for operations in a national defense array. And it's not alone. -
January 17, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonWorking out doesn't just build muscle but, in later life, helps maintain a powerful cellular machine that repairs damaged tissue. Scientists have now not only discovered how this system works but found a way to keep it balanced in older muscles. -
January 17, 2026 | Adam WilliamsThe Dove tiny house may be compact, but its extra-wide frame makes it particularly well-suited to full-time living. The home features a spacious single-floor interior that sleeps up to two people in comfort. -
January 17, 2026 | Joe SalasBig, bright, and maybe a bit overkill. 7,000 lumens, runs on rechargeable Li-ion or regular AAs, and even charges your phone. Too big for hiking, perfect for camping, emergencies, or blinding wildlife. Won't pick winning lotto numbers, however. -
January 17, 2026 | Bronwyn ThompsonIn the first study of its kind, neuroscientists have shown the real-world benefits that sunlight gives the brain, beyond laboratory experiments, linking brighter and more regular daytime light to better alertness and faster attention in everyday life.
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Researchers have discovered a new way to potentially treat liver disease. By blocking a key inflammatory pathway it could be possible to reduce liver damage and improve blood vessel function in patients suffering cirrhosis.
Last year, Subaru surpassed Toyota and Lexus to become the most reliable carmaker according to Consumer Reports. This year, Toyota reclaims its crown. And there’s one damning stat: Four out of the top five most reliable car brands this year are Japanese.
In the South China Sea, the aqua-colored waters of an expansive shallow reef platform suddenly gives way to a near vertical shaft of vast darkness – an ocean sinkhole almost entirely devoid of oxygen and, in turn, marine life as we know it.
High on sheer cliffs in China, ancient coffins are wedged into rock faces hundreds of feet above the ground. These dramatic burials, now re-examined using ancient DNA, point to a broader practice where disparate cultures all had their own "sky graves."
For nearly a century, a strange band of 5,200 holes carved into a hillside has defied explanation. Stretching for nearly a mile along the edge of the Pisco Valley, Monte Serpe – "serpent mountain" – may have finally revealed its secrets to scientists.
A team of Australian bodyboarding ratbags has managed to capture staggering footage of an extraordinary oceanic phenomenon: a place where four 12-ft (3.7-m) waves regularly converge into an oval dip, with explosive results.