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Bigger, badder bidirectional e-PWC brings new capabilities to water
September 26, 2025
| C.C. Weiss
Electric powersports marque Taiga gets more ambitious with a larger, more versatile electric adventure PWC that seats up to three people. Despite the extra size, the new Orca WX3 still promises hours' of time on the water per 30-min charge.
GE Aerospace flies hypersonic engine with no moving parts
September 24, 2025
| David Szondy
What has zero moving parts, yet can blast an aerial vehicle to velocities beyond Mach 5? The answer is the recently flight-tested Atmospheric Test of Launched Airbreathing System (ATLAS) powered by a new solid-fueled ramjet built by GE Aerospace.
Dual-light adventure phone punches more than 650 ft into the darkness
September 26, 2025
| Paul Ridden
When a tough case just won't cut the mustard, rugged phones step up as the everyday companion for rough-and ready adventurers. Unihertz sub-brand 8849 has just unveiled what it's calling the "world's first rugged phone with 200-m dual flashlights."
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September 26, 2025 | Adam WilliamsSonic Steel recently completed another notable example of shipping container-based architecture. Named the Mark VI - VIC, the compact home features a well-designed interior that's suitable for full-time living for up to two people.
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September 26, 2025 | Paul RiddenEarlier in the year, budget-friendly ebike maker Engwe treated commuters to a thumb-activated torque boost for more help when needed. Now that feature has made its way to the Engine Pro 3.0 fat-tire adventure folder.
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September 26, 2025 | Adam WilliamsThe USA – and world's – new tallest timber skyscraper has been under construction for a few months. However, despite speedy progress, it has run into some issues and the future of the ambitious project is looking uncertain.
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September 26, 2025 | Abhimanyu GhoshalThe winners of this year's Sony Alpha Awards from Australia and New Zealand are truly captivating: from evocative frames of the natural world to dramatic and intimate human stories.
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September 26, 2025 | Utkarsh SoodHonda has sent motorcycle enthusiasts into a state of frenzy by revealing the CB500 Super Four retro standard and CBR500R Four sportbike at this year's CIMAMotor show in Chongqing, China. Both models are scheduled to launch in early 2026.
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September 25, 2025TL;DR: Two Microsoft essentials—Office Pro 2021 and Windows 11 Pro—for just $54.97 (MSRP $418.99). A lifetime license to supercharge your PC, boost productivity, and stay secure.
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September 25, 2025 | Adam WilliamsAs its name suggests, the Overnighter by Nordic & Spruce isn't designed for large families and long stays. Instead, it offers an affordable and attractive tiny house that's a good fit for regular travel.
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September 25, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonWhether a content creator or a casual recording enthusiast, the Maono Wave T5 wireless mic ticks a lot of boxes without breaking the bank. Capture clean audio at home or on-the-go, with functionality and quality that belies its $89.99 starting price.
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September 25, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonFor the first time, scientists have identified 27 bacteria and fungi in our mouth that contribute to pancreatic cancer. Collectively, carrying all of these “bad” microbes increases cancer risk by 250% – 3.5 times higher than in the general population.
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September 25, 2025 | Ben CoxworthDressings that simply cover wounds may soon seem archaic. An experimental new device reportedly speeds healing by 25%, and utilizes a computer-linked camera to determine when it should zap wounds with electricity or shoot medication into them.
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