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First-of-a-kind virus stopper now has $10 million in backing from US military
September 14, 2026
| Bronwyn Thompson
An easy weekly spray up the nose has become a contender for being a first-in-class treatment for protection from respiratory viruses, including the flu. And the startup advancing this breakthrough is heavily backed by the US Department of Defense.
Acer's 60-Hz color ePaper monitor loses glare and blue light
September 14, 2026
| Monica J. White
Acer's new EP130K is a 13.3-inch portable ePaper monitor with touch and stylus input, switchable color and black-and-white modes, a 60-Hz refresh rate, and single-cable USB-C power, all aimed at readers and deep workers who want a glare-free screen.
AMG strips 375 lb of luxury from the CLE for pure RWD fury
September 14, 2026
| Abhimanyu Ghoshal
The latest creation from Mercedes' high-performance vehicle division is both a mouthful and looks like it has its mouth full. Meet the Mercedes-AMG CLE 646 Spezialanfertigung.
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If you often pack food and drinks for outdoor trips, you know the struggle of keeping those items cool. This new piece of kit for camping and hiking looks like a simple way to keep your stuff chilled for longer.
When the GT-Air 3 Smart helmet debuted at EICMA last year, plenty of people questioned whether it would ever actually make its way to shop shelves. Lo and behold, it finally has!
Living in a tiny house with a family is always going to be a challenge, but some models are better equipped than others to make it work. We've picked 10 of the best examples that make family life on wheels easier.
Camprit’s new FlameMage titanium camp stove brings variable heat management to the backcountry. The ultralight, flat-packing multi-fuel stove features a four-level adjustable fuel tray to switch from rapid searing to gentle simmering.
Di-(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) is commonly added to plastics to make them more flexible. It may also affect genes that play a critical role in brain development, promoting symptoms of autism and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
The hugest electric motorhome at the 2026 Caravan Salon featured a Mercedes eActros truck and Bliss RV module. Not only was it among the most impressive vehicles there, it's about to further impress with a global road trip targeting 1,000 km/charge.
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September 14, 2026Writing code can mean a lot of repetitive work. Visual Studio Professional 2026 is now $29.97 (reg. $499.99), with AI-assisted suggestions and refactoring tools that can help developers spend more time building and focusing on the end goal. -
September 14, 2026 | C.C. WeissThe Kleox teardrop trailer family pairs a beautifully arched fiberglass body with an exceptionally simple design meant to keep price down well under €10,000. And with a starting weight of under 500 lb, it doesn't require much vehicle to tow it. -
September 14, 2026 | Abhimanyu GhoshalWhen it was first revealed in 2017, the Tesla Roadster 2.0 seemed completely ridiculous. A four-seater convertible that'd go from 0-60 mph in 1.9 seconds with a 200-kWh battery in tow. It's now set to be unveiled soon – with the ability to fly.
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September 14, 2026 | Utkarsh SoodThe Bronco is one of Ford’s most cherished vehicles ever, so naturally, the company has now electrified it. Except there's a rather important catch. This isn't the Bronco you know and love. The new Bronco Basecamp is a completely different proposition. -
September 14, 2026 | Adam WilliamsShipping containers continue to provide endless inspiration for designers and architects. The Luna Cottage is a particularly nicely done example, transforming a standard container into a cozy tiny house for two. -
September 13, 2026 | Mike McRaeMaybe wait a few minutes before taking that first sip. According to a growing mountain of research, people who like their beverages scalding hot may be nudging up their risk of an early grave. -
September 13, 2026TORRAS is a global tech brand enhancing how people live, work, and connect. From mobile accessories to personal cooling, TORRAS combines smart design and advanced tech to deliver exceptional experiences and redefine modern everyday life. -
September 13, 2026 | David SzondyThe ESOX Group is advancing the concept of a robotic army mule with its X2 uncrewed ground vehicle (UGV) by simplifying its design, placing electric motors directly inside each wheel for better off-road performance and greater stealth. -
September 13, 2026 | Maryna HolovnovaThere are very few plants that can grow in sand, but farming in a desert is hard to imagine. Or is it? Scientists in the UAE are trying to make it happen. With their new method, growing crops in sand may become possible in the near future. -
September 13, 2026 | Adam WilliamsA lot of people neither want nor need all the extra space found in a full-size tiny house. This A-frame on wheels is for such minimalists. With a length of just 15 ft and containing one room, it's as small and simple as it gets.
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This off-grid cabin-style tiny house is seriously small, with a floorspace of just 215 sq ft. However, despite its modest dimensions, it has been expertly designed to provide everything you need for a short stay.
In a demonstration not so much of marksmanship but more of the advantages of microwaves, an Epirus Leonidas directed energy, high-power microwave (HPM) anti-drone weapon has knocked 49 Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAV) out of the air with one shot.
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.
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.
Does the brain really produce its own psychedelic “Spirit Molecule” to power our dream states and near-death experiences? A new study has sparked fresh debate over endogenous DMT, and its presence – or absence – in mammalian brains.
You’ve got to have a trick or two up your sleeve if you intend to break into a crowded EV market. And Indian two-wheeler startup Oben Electric has done just that by pricing its first electric motorcycle to perfection and making it available on Amazon.
The world's oldest human fingerprint has been discovered at an archaeological site in Spain. The fingerprint was dated at 43,000 years old and is believed to have come from a Neanderthal.
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.