Headliner
Lift off for first manned Moon mission in 53 years
by David Szondy
Humanity took its first step back to the Moon after 53 years as the US Artemis II circumlunar mission lifted off from the Kennedy Space Center’s Launch Complex 39B in Florida at 6:35 PM EDT with four astronauts aboard.
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Highlights
Knee-saving platform pedal is the first one to float
by Ben Coxworth
Platform pedals with traction pins are great for keeping your feet in place, but they can cause joint injuries by restricting your natural foot movements. The 8 Degree Pedal is made to help, as it's the first platform pedal that's designed to float.
Verge's first motorcycle with a solid-state battery rolls off the line
by Abhimanyu Ghoshal
We've covered Verge extensively for years, as the Estonian brand has been hard at work developing a novel electric motorcycle that looks like nothing else out there. The company says it's shipped its first bike with a world-first solid-state battery.
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Off-grid-capable tiny house packs flexible living into road-ready frame
by Adam Williams
The Katrin tiny house packs a lot of flexibility into its compact frame. Sleeping four adults comfortably, it can be upgraded to run off-grid and has a well-thought-out interior with a space-saving folding staircase and underfloor heating.
Genesis' sporty luxury wagon concept invokes instant stank face
by Abhimanyu Ghoshal
After its unveiling back in December 2025, we're getting a better look at the G90 Wingback concept at the ongoing 2026 New York International Auto Show – and our desire for this masterpiece has grown even more wanton.
Tests confirm super-fast charging for first solid-state-battery e-moto
by Utkarsh Sood
Donut Lab recently released its first pack-level charging test results – its fourth battery test with Verge Motorcycles. Its 18-kWh battery pack maintained over 100 kW of charging power at a 5C pace for five minutes on the Verge TS Pro electric moto.
$28 point-and-shoot camera is now preloaded with Lomo’s best film yet
by Bronwyn Thompson
Drastically shifting from experimental film and costly hardware, Lomography is taking on the digital world of photography. Its new reloadable LomoChrome Classicolor camera – costing less than US$28 – captures images that don't need any filters.
Extra-wide tiny house brings big-home comforts to small living
by Adam Williams
Tiny houses typically require major compromises when it comes to home comforts, but this extra-wide model takes a different approach. Its open layout includes a large living room and kitchen, plus a bathroom with separate bathtub and shower.
Elsewhere
A fascinating dive into dinosaur behavior, which could have you questioning what you see in the movies.
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