🧵 Scientists weave wearable computers

by Adam Williams

Mukaab, the world's largest skyscraper, is one of the most ambitious construction projects ever conceived. However, according to a new report, Saudi authorities have stopped work on the the gigantic building, and its future now looks uncertain.

by Rich Haridy

Apple TV is still producing top-shelf science fiction television and it's turning into an impressive slate. From stunning successes to some artistic swing 'n' misses, here is our up-to-date ranking of Apple's sci-fi TV, from worst to best.

by Abhimanyu Ghoshal

Metallic theta-phase tantalum nitride exhibits an ultra-high thermal conductivity like no other material. This could be a desirable alternative to copper for computers and AI hardware, and even aerospace systems that need to run cool.

by Monica J. White

The world’s largest battery-electric ship has quietly begun harbor trials on the River Derwent in Hobart. Built by Incat Tasmania, the Hull 096 represents a major step forward for large-scale electric shipping.

by Ben Coxworth

Although there are a huge variety of multitools on the market, many people don't want to give up their Swiss Army Knife. Versa58 offers a compromise to those folks, as it adds extra functions to Swiss Army Knives via spring-loaded attachments.

by Utkarsh Sood

Kawasaki's Stockman is a purpose-built enduro motorcycle for use in agriculture and livestock farming. A special feature of the bike is its locking mechanism for the clutch lever, which allows the farmer to take their left hand off the handlebars.

by Michael Franco

Researchers at Hiroshima University in Japan have developed a way to leverage the cameras on smartphones to provide accurate radiation readings. The system they created costs less than $70 and could be a big help in disaster situations.

by Simon Heptinstall

A new Italian supercar launched this month, and it has an unlikely nautical design inspiration: the shape of a speedboat. The Bertone Runabout is surely the world’s first 170-mph sports car with a compass floating on the dashboard.

by Malcolm Azania

Don’t remember if you took your pills? Try MIT’s SAFARI (Smart Adherence via FARaday cage And Resorbable Ingestible). The capsule has its own bioresorbable radio that activates itself when swallowed, so you’ll never worry about missing a dosage.

by Abhimanyu Ghoshal

Flashlight options for outdoorspeople are plentiful, but this one caught my eye with its unique build and handy features. The HG02 is a pocket-sized flashlight that's small and light enough to hook on to a keychain. And sports a built-in fire starter.