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New world's tallest timber skyscraper smashes height records
by Adam Williams
The new world's tallest hybrid timber tower is nearing completion. Named Atlassian Central, this ambitious "plyscraper" features an innovative design that incorporates concrete and steel to reach unprecedented heights.
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BLUETTI, a technology pioneer in clean energy, is launching the new Elite 400 in Australia on March 9, 2026. Packing 3,840Wh energy in a wheeled chassis, the Elite 400 delivers serious battery backup for anyone needing mobile energy at home or outdoors.
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AutomotiveTransport
BYD claims its Denza Z9 GT is "the world’s longest range pure EV"
by Utkarsh Sood
Denza, BYD’s premium sub-brand, has launched its new Denza Z9 GT. The new EV boasts a maximum CLTC range of more than 643 miles (1,036 km), effectively making it the longest-range pure EV in the world. A bold claim, innit?
Virtual RealityConsumer TechTechnology
Barely-there AR glasses go big on going light
by Maryna Holovnova
Electronics brand Vizo is currently presenting its new project on Kickstarter: the Z1 Pro AR glasses. Made of ultra-lightweight resin and tipping the scales at just 63 grams (2.2 oz), they're one of the lightest sets of AR glasses on the market.
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Home EntertainmentConsumer TechTechnology
Reviewing the first vinyl spinner with a CD player mid-turntable
by Paul Ridden
Vinyl records have been finding more and more new ears in recent years, and Mixx Audio has a novel turntable to help keep the groove moving – one that also rocks a CD player plonked right in the middle of the platter, as well as flexible connectivity.
Camping TrailersAdventure VehiclesOutdoors
Flatbed 1/2 camper carries the ultimate weekend's worth of gear
by C.C. Weiss
One of the latest releases from Offline Campers, the Ryder LT absolutely screams "Best. Weekend. Ever!" The lightweight trailer is tough enough to tow anywhere, carrying along a single side-x-side or up to 4 dirt bikes and some base camp essentials.
MotorcyclesTransport
Custom R 1300 R celebrates BMW's first superbike race victory
by Abhimanyu Ghoshal
BMW knocked it out of the park with its versatile R 1300 R naked motorcycle last year. Inspired by its historic racing wins from 50 years ago, it's now turned that platform into the Superhooligan, a custom roadster that'll take your breath away.
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AutomotiveTransport
Power-dense motors uncage downright nasty upside-down hypercar
by C.C. Weiss
Behind any great sports car is a great motor. So behind an absolutely insane hypercar is an equally insane hyper-motor. Or two. That's 100 percent how it breaks down with the all-new £1 million McMurtry Spéirling and its dual Helix motors.
LaptopsConsumer TechTechnology
E Ink palm-rest display puts unused laptop real estate to work
by Monica J. White
Compal’s award-winning AI Book concept adds a color E Ink display to the laptop’s palm rest area, turning otherwise unused space into a stylus-friendly workspace for notes, widgets, and AI prompts.
MotorcyclesTransport
Go tell Harley-Davidson to make this drop-dead-gorgeous café racer
by Abhimanyu Ghoshal
Inspired by its XLCR café racer from the 70s, Harley-Davidson's cooked up a performance-focused concept that really pushes the envelope with its brash custom shop styling – and it really needs to get this into production, stat.
ArchitectureTechnology
Prefabricated retreat pops up in Inner Mongolia’s volcanic landscape
by Bridget Borgobello
PLAT ASIA has completed the Volcano-In Hotel of Arrivals in Inner Mongolia, China. The resort forms part of a wider development within an ancient volcanic field and seeks to combine high-end accommodation with land rehabilitation in a fragile ecosystem.
Consumer TechTechnology
Nothing's bold new mid-range headphones promise unmatched battery life
by Abhimanyu Ghoshal
I can't find a single pair of wireless over-ear headphones from a legit brand that boasts as much battery life as the new Headphone (a) from Nothing. This pair claims a whopping 135 hours – that's a whole five days uninterrupted, and then some.
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🎆 Bonkers Beehive Fireworks Festival goes off with a bang.
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