Headliner
World's new tallest building nears major construction milestone
by 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.
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Highlights
Exercise rewinds muscle aging by restoring repair and growth power
by Bronwyn Thompson
Working 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.
KTM 1390 Super Adventure R poses key question: Is bigger always better?
by Utkarsh Sood
It 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?
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Tiny house goes extra-wide for full-time small living on one level
by Adam Williams
The 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.
Review: Heating mug ensures your hot drinks stay warm as long as you need
by Bronwyn Thompson
There'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.
The day of the tactical laser weapon arrives
by David Szondy
The 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.
Real-world EV study shows how long electric car batteries can last
by Abhimanyu Ghoshal
We'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.
Review: I can almost see the future with this cheap flashlight
by Joe Salas
Big, 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.
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Building a house and garage deep in the woods using discarded pallets.
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