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Teleoperated humanoid robots complete first-ever live surgery
by Omar Kardoudi
Two humanoid robots just performed live surgery for the first time in history, hinting at a future where compact, affordable machines bring advanced surgical care to rural hospitals, battlefields, and other resource-strapped settings.
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MilitaryEngineering
Shipborne catapult launches strike-capable drone toward hybrid combat
by David Szondy
On July 3, the Royal Navy applied lessons learned from Ukraine as it successfully launched a strike-capable drone from a vessel underway. Part of Exercise Neptune Reach, the XV Patrick Blackett catapulted a Nyan drone off the south coast of England.
AutomotiveTransport
$1.3M gravity-flouting hypercar is ready to terrorize a track near you
by Utkarsh Sood
McMurtry Automotive has debuted the production version of its record-breaking, single-seat electric super track concept. Dubbed the Spéirling Pure, the car delivers near-F1-level performance thanks to its four-figure horsepower.
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CampervansAdventure VehiclesOutdoors
Volkswagen's reenergized off-grid camper van pushes van life farther
by C.C. Weiss
Volkswagen has been adding small but impactful camper van upgrades the past couple months. Now it turns its attention to its largest camper. Electrical upgrades give the updated Grand California more self-sufficient roaming capability than ever before.
Home EntertainmentConsumer TechTechnology
Portable, versatile, telescoping projector – good for almost anywhere
by Monica J. White
The Pixorien Z01 portable projector features a retractable lift design, 2K DLP visuals, 16,000-mAh battery, streaming entertainment, and 90-degree adjustment for wall or ceiling viewing without a separate stand.
AutomotiveTransport
Violently curvaceous supercar pioneer makes emotional return
by Simon Heptinstall
A little-known ultra-rare McLaren was once the world’s fastest road car. Engineers from McLaren Special Operations have undertaken a completely new rebuild of the original M6GT, which is being revealed at the Goodwood Festival of Speed this weekend.
Tiny HousesOutdoors
48-sq-ft tiny house is about as small and simple as they come
by Adam Williams
Tiny houses don't come much smaller or simpler than this 48-sq-ft model. Designed by Tiny Tiny Homes, it's conceived as emergency accommodation and provides a basic shelter for people experiencing homelessness.
Consumer TechTechnology
Tenacious tiny bot speeds, leaps and climbs stairs to capture footage
by Abhimanyu Ghoshal
Beni looks like just another cute little toy robot, but it's actually a roving camera – raring to follow you around and capture fun times. Oh, and it can jump. It's currently raising eyebrows – and funds – on Kickstarter.
AutomotiveTransport
Ultra-sporty electric rally car is a new look for famed fashion brand
by Utkarsh Sood
French clothing brand Lacoste has teamed up with carmaker Alpine for a one-off electric rally car. Called 'Beware of the Crocodile,' of course, it’s got crocs all over it and an interior that feels like you're inside a crocodile's mouth.
Camping TrailersAdventure VehiclesOutdoors
Sleek, new Airstream alu-pod camper rolls out as its cheapest RV
by C.C. Weiss
Earlier in 2026, Airstream debuted a trailer it called the lightest, most aerodynamic in its class, the 22-ft World Traveler. Now it's back with an even lighter variant: a 17-footer with the same style of streamlined exterior and pared-back design
AutomotiveTransport
Future or failure? Ferrari digitizes the manual transmission
by Utkarsh Sood
Okay, Ferrari, you have my attention now. A naturally aspirated V12 with an open-gated six-speed manual? Thank heavens! But wait … it’s got an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission? The plot thickens.
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Refractor: Science & Health
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Chronic PainIllnesses and conditionsBody and MindRefractor: Science & Health
Migraine pain drops after targeted ear acupuncture
by Bronwyn Thompson
A new treatment has shown promise in reducing migraine pain with targeted ear acupuncture, opening the door to therapy that could be used as a complementary procedure alongside existing medication prescribed to those with the debilitating condition.
Diet & NutritionWellness and Healthy LivingBody and MindRefractor: Science & Health
Leafy greens linked to 16% lower rate of COPD and better lung health
by Paul McClure
Eating more leafy green vegetables such as spinach, kale, and broccoli may help keep the lungs working better with age, according to a large new study linking higher vitamin K1 intake to a lower risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
Alzheimer's & DementiaBrain HealthBody and MindRefractor: Science & Health
Mild cognitive impairment: Any early warning sign of dementia?
by The Conversation
Becoming more forgetful and feeling slower in your thinking is normal in older age. But when these changes are more than you’d expect for your age it might be a sign of mild cognitive impairment. So does that mean you’ll soon develop dementia?
AI in HealthMedical InnovationsBody and MindRefractor: Science & Health
First 'co-scientist' agent set to rapidly accelerate biomedical discoveries
by Bronwyn Thompson
In the early hours of Friday, July 10, a team of researchers dropped the world's first general-purpose biomedical AI agent, which has the power to autonomously complete complex tasks that would take a team of scientists days, if not weeks, to do.
Diet & NutritionWellness and Healthy LivingBody and MindRefractor: Science & Health
Trial identifies first effective way to tackle common childhood eating issue
by Kerry Taylor-Smith
Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder is often misunderstood as extreme picky eating. But for millions of children, it’s a serious condition with real consequences for growth, nutrition and daily life. A new study shows how ARFID can be treated.
Society & CommunityWellness and Healthy LivingBody and MindRefractor: Science & Health
Why evolution doesn't want you to sleep when you're stressed
by The Conversation
Many of us know the state of being “wired but tired” – feeling physically exhausted yet mentally unable to switch off. But the brain does not simply fall asleep because the body is fatigued – and part of the reason lies in the biology of survival.
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The dream of owning a personal eVTOL too pricey to make it a reality? YouTubers took their lives in their hands so you don't have to, and ordered a personal electric flyer from Temu.
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