Scientists working in Antarctica have drilled the oldest ice core ever found. Dating back an estimated 2.7 million years, this ice sample is more than 1.5 million years older than any other previously recovered and offers a rich insight into the climate of the planet millions of years ago. Read more
When Volkswagen released this Kombi-style electric microbus as a concept earlier this year, the world said "wake us when you build the damn thing." Well folks, set your alarms for 2022, when the I.D. Buzz is planned for release in Kombi-style microbus and commercial delivery van versions. Read more
With the rise of antibiotic-resistant “superbugs,” we need new treatments to keep us from returning to a dark age of medicine. Now, researchers from Vanderbilt University have found a new class of antibiotic hiding in plain sight: human breast milk. Read more
Bikes are everywhere in the Netherlands, which can make finding somewhere to park a problem. Cyclists in Utrecht started using a parking garage under the train station last week, ahead of an August 21 official opening. When complete, it will be the world's largest parking facility for bikes. Read more
Laser engravers are traditionally big, bulky units, meaning you have to cart the item you want engraved to the engraver. But a new laser engraver makes it easy to bring the engraver to the item. Controlled via a smartphone app, Cubiio literally puts a laser engraver in the palm of your hand. Read more
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Ken Okuyama is currently one of the most exciting names in vehicle design, with a resume to make most vehicle designers green with envy. Having unveiled the Kode57 during Monterey Car Week last year, the talented designer has whipped the covers off a dramatic new creation – the Kode 0. Read more
Two years ago, an open letter was presented to the UN urging a ban on weaponized artificial intelligence. Now a second open letter has been released co-signed by over 100 founders of robotics and AI companies from around the world, and it demands the UN stop delaying its talks and take action. Read more
In many ways, the 2017 Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 Cabriolet is a continuation concept, taking last year's Vision Mercedes-Maybach 6 Coupé and removing the top. But it is so much more than that, thanks largely to the spectacular interior. Read more
When Nikola Motors started advertising outrageous specs like 520 hp for its Zero all-electric side-by-side, we figured there was no way those specs would survive the journey to market. However, not only have those specs survived as Nikola prepares for production, some have actually grown. Read more
For some time now, the eating of walnuts has been associated with feelings of fullness. Recently, a study uncovered what's actually going on in the brain to make this happen. The findings could lead to future treatments for obesity. Read more
This course is ideal for anyone who would like to explore the possibilities of the newly launched Raspberry Pi Zero. You'll learn how to program the small LCD screen and display dynamic data, and complete two projects that will solve real-world problems. By the end of the course, you'll have a fundamental knowledge of automation with Raspberry Pi Zero. Read more
The Alfa Romeo Giulia marks the return of the brand to the North American market as a mainstream vehicle, especially in its more accessible four-cylinder models. The Giulia exudes Italian style and appeal, and it handles wonderfully well, but is it the complete package? Read more
The countdown to IFA has begun, and LG is getting its upcoming projector announcements in early with new ultra short throw and portable models. The ProBeam UST can throw a huge HD image onto the wall from a few inches away, while the MiniBeam rocks its own battery for movies on the move. Read more
First-generation VR sets are heading to the bargain bin, if you can still describe gadgets costing hundreds of dollars as bargains: after the Oculus Rift got a $200 price cut last month, HTC is following suit by knocking the same amount off its Vive headset, now yours for $599 with controllers. Read more
An all-star cast of spacecraft has teamed up from across the Solar System. After a CME erupted from the Sun in October 2014, its journey through space was tracked by Curiosity, Rosetta, Cassini, New Horizons and possibly even Voyager 2, allowing astronomers to study the phenomenon in detail. Read more
Acura has used The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering at Monterey Car Week to unveil its latest endurance racer, the ARX-05. With power from a twin-turbo V6 and a dramatic aero setup, the company is gearing the car up for a tilt at the 2018 IMSA SportsCar Championship. Read more
For many people, adding anything to a single malt whisky is close to sacrilege, but adding a drop or two of water to lesser blends enhances the flavor. The question is, why? At Sweden's Linnaeus University, researchers have come up with an answer from a molecular perspective. Read more
NASA's next-generation orbital tracking and communications network has been completed, with the sixth and final Tracking and Data Relay Satellite blasted into orbit on Friday. Read more
Engineers have developed a new "4D" single-lens, light field camera that greatly enhances robotic vision. The new system uses a spherical lens and algorithms to capture information across a 138-degree field of view to allow robots to not only navigate, but also better understand their environment. Read more
Malware on your smartphone – or other smart device – could someday be used to track your body position or identify your movements within a room. That's the conclusion reached by researchers at the University of Washington, who created a program that turns such devices into active sonar systems. Read more
If trolls really did live under bridges, they could do worse than commission Fernando Abellanas to build them a new home. The self-taught designer recently installed a novel shelter under an anonymous traffic bridge in Valencia that includes shelving, seating, and even a sleeping space. Read more
We've already seen "smart" soccer balls with integrated sensors that track parameters such as the ball's spin and trajectory. Well, the DribbleUp takes a different approach to smart training. It has markings that allow it to be tracked by a free iOS/Android app. Read more
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