Suzuki's new middleweight street bikes are dripping with neo-retro style

Reports about Suzuki's latest release last month had us thinking we were going to see a couple of touring machines – but as the new GSX-8T and GSX-8TT have broken cover, it's clear these are actually naked street bikes, with a striking neo-retro vibe that you'll have a hard time … | Continue reading


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Smaller, cheaper "partial rowing machine" works with existing bike trainers

Stationary bike trainers provide a good workout for the lower body and core muscles, but they don't do much for the upper body. That's where the S-Rower comes in, as it's a relatively low-cost partial rowing machine that connects to your third-party bike trainer to provide a full … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 1 hour ago

Torquey mid-drive motor spins at the center of ebike Galaxy

Budget e-mobility brand Heybike announced the new Galaxy series of ebikes recently, which is made up of five models designed to cover all the bases, and built around its own mid-drive motor system. Continue Reading Category: Bicycles, Transport Tags: ebikes, Pedal-assisted, Eurob … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 4 hours ago

Laser tool cleans vintage aircraft in days, not months

Literally shining a new light on aircraft maintenance, the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) is using a new laser tool to remove paint, grime, and corrosion from vintage airplanes in days instead of months and with much less hazard to health. Continue Reading Category: Military, … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 4 hours ago

Cutting-edge electro RV made of crops & wool goes full "farm to camp"

The annual Düsseldorf Caravan Salon is approaching quickly, and Dethleffs is gearing up to show one of its most innovative, ground-up rethinks yet. Following in the German brand's long-running tradition of eco-friendly Düsseldorf show vehicles, the E.Home Eco features a highly su … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 11 hours ago

Best-selling e-trike in the US gets more power, more range

A couple of years ago, Arizona's Lectric built on its success in the low-cost ebike space by launching a model geared towards folks looking for more stability. Now the XP Trike has been updated with a more powerful motor and a bigger battery. Continue Reading Category: Urban Tran … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 16 hours ago

A dead Mars may have been inevitable – and the Sun is to blame

New discoveries by NASA's Curiosity Mars rover may not only explain why the Red Planet is a dry, lifeless desert, but that it may have been on an inevitable path to being a dead world despite being so similar to Earth. And the Sun is to blame. Continue Reading Category: Space, Sc … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 17 hours ago

Prehistoric 'fat factory' reveals how Neanderthals mass-produced food

What we eat helps shape who we are. That’s why paleoanthropologists are so fascinated by ancient diets; they hold clues to how early humans survived and evolved. Continue Reading Category: Science Tags: Archeology, History, Food | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 18 hours ago

US launch for 11-inch tablet with eye-friendly NXTPAPER display

If you want to be kinder to your eyes while gawping at a digital screen all day, you could opt for E Ink. But that's not as color-rich as LCD, which is why TCL developed NXTPAPER. The 11 Plus tablet employs the latest AI-enhanced version. Continue Reading Category: Mobile Technol … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 19 hours ago

One amino acid triggers weight loss that doesn't rely on eating less

Cutting a single amino acid from the diet caused rapid, drastic weight loss in mice by converting white fat into calorie-burning brown fat. The study reveals a powerful new mechanism for weight loss that doesn’t rely on eating less and moving more. Continue Reading Category: Well … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 19 hours ago

Bacteria in the gut found to absorb PFAS ‘forever chemicals’

A new study published in Nature Microbiology has reported a naturally occurring family of bacterial species in the human gut that can absorb and break down toxic, long-lasting "forever chemicals" and carry them out as waste through feces. Continue Reading Category: Wellness & Hea … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 20 hours ago

More than 200 new giant viruses discovered in our marine ecosystems

Within the complex hierarchy of marine ecosystems, giant viruses are now being recognized as novel drivers of both ecological balance and carbon cycling. A new study published in Nature npj Viruses, by researchers at the University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School, broadens our under … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 21 hours ago

Tiny lab-in-a-pill can monitor your gut health from the inside

Researchers from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) have developed a wireless smart capsule packed with sensors and other tiny electronics to monitor the workings of your gastrointestinal (GI) tract. This new tool could help us get a better sense of our gut health, … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 22 hours ago

Lucid smashes world record for longest single-charge EV drive

Let me throw two terms at you: inadequate public charging infrastructure and range anxiety. Any guesses what I'm talking about? Yup, the Achilles heel of electric vehicles. Solve these, and you're probably looking at widespread EV adoption. Continue Reading Category: Automotive, … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 23 hours ago

Negative thinking associated with worse asthma outcomes

New research suggests that expectations are associated with asthma outcomes. People who thought more negatively about their condition reported worse symptoms, adding to growing evidence about the mind-body connection and its influence on health. Continue Reading Category: Wellnes … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 1 day ago

Are thawing glaciers about to wake up dormant volcanoes around the globe?

For centuries, glaciers have sat like frosty crowns atop slumbering volcanoes, keeping Earth’s fury tucked safely beneath layers of ice. But now, as climate change accelerates and glaciers retreat, the lid may be lifting, and the heat rising. Continue Reading Category: Environmen … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 1 day ago

Impossibly tiny camping pump adds less than 1 oz to your pocket

Just slightly larger than the typical human thumb, the all-new APO5C pocket pump is the first internally powered pump we've seen dip below the 1-oz (28-g) mark. Thanks to its carbon fiber construction, it's nearly half an ounce (14 g) lighter than the last "lighter than light" mi … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 1 day ago

Review: 2025 Kia K4 shows that entry-level doesn’t have to mean cheap

The Kia K4 is a wonderful replacement for the Forte. It looks good, feels premium, and has high levels of tech and safety. In a world giving up on affordable cars, it’s a surprisingly good entry-level compact. Continue Reading Category: Automotive, Transport Tags: Kia, Sedan, Rev … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 1 day ago

Sporty, enclosed, tilting three-wheeled EV may be your next not-a-car

Perhaps you like the idea of threading your way through traffic on a nimble electric motorbike, but don't like the thought of being unprotected or balancing on two wheels. If so, then the Trinova may be the fully-enclosed, tilting three-wheeled EV you've been dreaming of. Continu … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 1 day ago

Please let this self-driving electric scooter make it to production

I've been riding scooters for more than 25 years, and I can't say I've ever been excited about this category of two-wheelers until now. And at the moment, a Chinese upstart called Omoway has got me especially hot and bothered. Continue Reading Category: Motorcycles, Transport Tag … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 1 day ago

Widely used medicines can speed up physical aging in later life

A class of drug commonly used to treat everything from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to depression has now been linked to accelerating the loss of mobility in older age. This adds a new dimension to long-term use of anticholinergic drugs, which have already been li … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 1 day ago

Low-speed electric ambulance aims for quick response to local emergencies

Electric microcars offer a clean and quiet way to zip around city streets. The latest model from California's GEM is certainly clean, but not so quiet thanks to a 124-dB siren. This is part of a compact low-speed ambulance designed for localized emergency response. Continue Readi … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 1 day ago

Genesis V2 is about as small and cheap as a tiny house can reasonably be

Following its Avalon V2, Dragon Tiny Homes continues to update its existing models with a fresh take on its Genesis tiny house. The Genesis V2 has received some welcome tweaks and improvements, while still offering a home for two from $39,500. Continue Reading Category: Tiny Hous … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 1 day ago

The world's first 'internal' music player sounds like a ton of fun (NSFW)

What if your music could move you in ways it never has before? That's what the folks at Groove Thing hope to accomplish with 'the world's first internal music player,' which combines a Bluetooth speaker with a wired vibrator that promises to "transmit music sound waves as rich, n … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 1 day ago

Brain circuit identified that gives physical pain its emotional sting

Scientists have discovered a brain circuit that gives pain its emotional sting, explaining why some hurts linger as suffering. The breakthrough challenges our beliefs about how we process pain and may transform chronic pain treatments. Continue Reading Category: Illnesses and con … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 2 days ago

DARPA axes giant Liberty Lifter Wing-In-Ground effect seaplane

If you've been hoping for a long-range, low-cost, heavy-lift seaplane using Wing-In-Ground effect (WIG), you'll have to be patient because DARPA has confirmed that it has cancelled its US$98-million Liberty Lifter project. Continue Reading Category: Military, Technology Tags: DAR … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 2 days ago

Brain breakthrough: Dopamine doesn't work at all like we thought it did

Dopamine doesn’t flood the brain as once believed – it fires in exact, ultra-fast bursts that target specific neurons. The discovery turns a century-old view of dopamine on its head and could transform how we treat everything from attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) t … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 2 days ago

Americans are confused about processed foods and their health risks

A new study reveals that Americans are confused about what “processed food” actually means, and which types pose health risks. Researchers found major gaps between public perception and science, highlighting the need for more comprehensive education. Continue Reading Category: Di … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 2 days ago

Common painkiller for low-back issues tied to 29% higher dementia risk

An extremely popular nerve pain drug commonly given to those suffering from low-back issues has been linked to impaired mental health including dementia and mild cognitive impairment. The risk was present after six or more prescriptions were filled. Continue Reading Category: Chr … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 2 days ago

Kawasaki's 250-hp supercharged side-x-side will seat the whole family

It's still not at all clear when Kawasaki plans to fully reveal its new sport side-by-side (SxS), a high-performance monster that's already promising top-of-market power. But the company has taken the next step in teasing the upcoming Polaris-RZR-fighter, noting that it will incl … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 2 days ago

E=MC to the power of Pura – Maserati MCPura debuts at Goodwood

E=MCPura is the glib formula that Maserati says has evolved the MC20, its most current halo car, into its replacement. The MCPura keeps the 20’s powertrain, including the V6 Nutteno engine, but changes almost everything else. Continue Reading Category: Automotive, Transport Tags: … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 2 days ago

Carbon fiber underwater scooter is fast, sleek, exotic – and pricey

Let's be honest … a lot of the underwater scooters we've seen lately could be thought of as glorified pool toys. Such is certainly not the case with SeaNXT's Elite, however, as it features a carbon fiber body, GPS navigation, and a top speed of 21 km/h (13 mph). Continue Reading … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 2 days ago

Mazda unveils larger all-new 2026 CX-5 crossover

Many assumed that the advent of the sportier CX-50 would mean the end of the more sedate CX-5 crossover from Mazda. Continue Reading Category: Automotive, Transport Tags: Mazda, SUV, Crossover | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 2 days ago

Ancient-fossil bioconcrete traps 142% more carbon – and it’s strong as hell

Using intricate geometry found in nature and refined through aerospace and biomedical design, scientists have now 3D-printed these forms into concrete to boost strength and capture carbon – creating a scalable building material that benefits both people and planet. Continue Readi … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 2 days ago

MIT implant dispenses life-saving drug when diabetics need it most

Hypoglycemia – a condition in which low blood glucose levels can cause you to feel dizzy, weak, and shaky – can catch you by surprise. It often occurs due to excess insulin, whether it's produced by your body or if you've injected too much of it. Continue Reading Category: Medica … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 2 days ago

Autonomous robot surgeon removes organs with 100% success rate

We're a step closer to entering an operating theater without any human life besides ours, following the world's first surgery performed by a robot responding and learning in real time. Its precision and skill matched that of experienced surgeons. Continue Reading Category: Roboti … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 3 days ago

Robot coyotes protect US military airfields with adorable cyber-ferocity

Why settle for a robot when you can have a robot coyote? That seems to be the thinking of the US Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), which is developing a cybernetic prairie predator to keep airfields clear of hazardous wildlife. Continue Reading Category: Milit … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 3 days ago

Rhubarb and turmeric deliver superbug smackdown in new study

Picking up where traditional antibiotics are failing, two natural compounds have been shown effective in killing antibiotic-resistant bacteria in wastewater. The finding could point towards a natural way to defeat the increasingly undefeatable bugs. Continue Reading Category: Wel … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 3 days ago

Trailblazing 12-prop ground-effect seaglider rises on its hydrofoils

Designed to provide the range, speed and convenience that electric aircraft and boats lack, the otherworldly Viceroy seaglider developed by Rhode Island startup Regent has completed another major milestone. Just a few months after hitting the water for the first time, the dramati … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 3 days ago

Crafty measuring ring is now smoother, easier to read, and equipped with a tire

It can be quite the hassle, trying to measure curved surfaces with either a stiff metal tape measure or a floppy cloth one that won't stay in place. The Tiroler 2.0 offers a clever alternative, and it boasts several key improvements over the original model. Continue Reading Categ … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 3 days ago

Review: Prepare to party with the JMGO 3-in-1 PicoPlay 1080p projector

Shenzhen-based projector maker JMGO has a new family member. The PicoPlay brings the party to any indoor space with Full HD projection combined with a Bluetooth music speaker and ambient light show, in a form factor about the size of a travel mug and light enough for an easy carr … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 3 days ago

Big brains, farms and killer bugs: Epic tale of evolution still affecting us today

Humans have been getting infected by ancient bacteria and viruses for at least 37,000 years. Now, for the first time, pathogen DNA has uncovered a pivotal disease "turning point" that happened 6,500 years ago, during which our biology and society created a perfect storm that woul … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 3 days ago

World's largest 3D-printed building smashes all previous records

The world's largest 3D-printed construction project is currently underway in Qatar. The effort involves printing a pair of schools, each of which smashes current records for a 3D-printed building. Continue Reading Category: Architecture, Technology Tags: Building and Construction … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 3 days ago

Sorry, California: you're not number 1 (for EVs)

Ask anyone in the USA, and they’ll tell you that hippy-dippy, Tesla-lovin' California is the most EV-friendly state. But what if I told you it’s not even in the top 10? Continue Reading Category: Automotive, Transport Tags: Electric Vehicles, Tesla Motors, California, EV Charging | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 3 days ago

Simple scan lets you slow down aging and even prevent chronic disease

A single, freely available, noninvasive brain scan done in just a few minutes during midlife can predict what chronic diseases are most likely to appear in the future, empowering people to make diet and lifestyle changes that mitigate their risk even decades before symptoms begin … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 3 days ago

Like it or not, radar means ET knows we're here

If you're hoping that we can avoid the attention of alien civilizations by lying low, it's a bit late now. A new study released by the Royal Astronomical Society indicates that our radar systems are already screaming our location to ET eavesdroppers. Continue Reading Category: Sp … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 4 days ago

Personality-based exercise boosts enjoyment and results

Choosing a type of exercise that matches your personality might mean you’re happier working out and achieve better results, according to a new study. The research highlights the benefits of a “psychologically personalized” approach to fitness. Continue Reading Category: Wellness … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 4 days ago

Hoverair X1 Promax: It's so bad, but in the NES Power Glove kinda way

Remember the movie The Wizard (1989), when Lucas shows off his Nintendo Power Glove and says, "I love the Power Glove. It's so bad." English is weird; "Bad" meant good in the late 1980s. Today, "sick" means really cool. Other today-words that come to mind to review the Hoverair w … | Continue reading


@newatlas.com | 4 days ago