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3D-printed cave home: Rock the modern Flintstones lifestyle
by Adam Williams
Described as Japan's first two-story 3D-printed home, the O House is inspired by cave structures. Built to meet the country's strict seismic requirements, it combines cutting-edge robotic construction with earthquake-resistant engineering.
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TelecommunicationsTechnology
Google spinoff beams blazing-fast internet around cities using light
by Abhimanyu Ghoshal
Taara has been developing tech to deliver connectivity across communities without underground cables over the last few years. For its latest trick, the Google spinoff is now providing fast internet access across cities using invisible beams of light.
CampervansAdventure VehiclesOutdoors
World first Kia pop-up tiny camper changes the face of van life
by C.C. Weiss
The first camper kit developed specifically for Kia's PV5 van hit the market a couple weeks ago, and now we have the world's first pop-up PV5 production camper. Sussex's pop-top PV5 promises to open up new heights of Kia electric base camping.
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MotorcyclesTransport
Century-old 1,172cc flat-four moto could go for over $100,000 at auction
by Utkarsh Sood
The Holden comes with a gargantuan 1,172.8cc flat-four engine; one of the earliest experiments in high-cylinder motorcycle design. Bonhams takes this example to auction in April , and pre-show estimates sit between £40,000 and £70,000.
ArchitectureTechnology
This university's roof is a massive 9,000-seat open auditorium
by Abhimanyu Ghoshal
Indian studio Sanjay Puri Architects dreamed up plans for a university that are quite unlike the usual imposing structures that immediately come to mind. It's a marvel from every angle, and especially so when you look at the roof.
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Epson's 4K Lifestudio hub turns projection into a design centerpiece
by Monica J. White
Epson’s Lifestudio Flex Special Lux Edition EF-73 pairs 4K PRO-UHD projection with a sleek exterior and a wireless charger. Built for daily living rather than dark-room cinema, it aims to make projection a seamless part of modern home decor.
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Two small-but-unique knives vie for enthusiasts' attention on Kickstarter
by Maryna Holovnova
There seems to be an unspoken competition in the everyday-carry (EDC) world right now: who can create the most unique compact knife? Two projects currently on Kickstarter are battling for the attention of EDC enthusiasts.
MotorcyclesTransport
2026 DesertX gets Ducati's lightest twin-cylinder engine ever
by Abhimanyu Ghoshal
Ducati's given its beloved DesertX adventure motorcycle a major overhaul, with a view to enhance off-road performance. There are both thoughtful updates and possibly controversial trade-offs for fans of the outgoing model.
ArchitectureTechnology
Visitor center embedded in extinct volcanic landscape
by Bridget Borgobello
A visitor center built within an extinct volcanic formation has been completed in Inner Mongolia, China. The 3,532-square-meter (38,018-sq-ft) project minimizes its footprint on the fragile landscape, while focusing on soil erosion prevention.
AutomotiveTransport
First Tesla Cybercab rolls off the production line: Here's what to expect
by Utkarsh Sood
The first Tesla Cybercab has officially rolled off the production line, and yes, it comes without a steering wheel or pedals. It will operate on Tesla's Full Self-Driving system, and it seems we won't have to wait too long for mass production to begin.
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