Rising Sun squeezes home for two into a single shipping container

Designers never seem to tire of using shipping containers as a source of inspiration. This tiny house from UnContained Dreams is an interesting take on space-saving interior design that squeezes a home for two into one of the simple metal boxes.

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Anker makes high-speed 3D printing even more affordable with the M5C

Last year, Anker breezed into the desktop 3D printing space with the AnkerMake M5, launching on Kickstarter to test the market and fund production. Now the company has announced a more affordable follow up called the M5C.

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Scientists give nature a nudge, training native species hunt invaders

In a twist on using animals as biological control, a method that in the past has often had disastrous outcomes for native wildlife, scientists have successfully trained native bush rats to actively seek out a new food source they’ve never seen before.

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AI-supported mammography screening saves time & detects more cancer

A new study found that a single radiologist screening mammograms picked up more incidents of breast cancer when supported by AI. The researchers say an AI-supported approach would be a safe alternative to having two radiologists read the scans.

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Retro Nintendo-themed keyboards include huge programmable Super Buttons

Not everybody wants the gaudy, RGB LED-backlit look of modern keyboards. Accessory company 8BitDo has unveiled retro-styled mechanical keyboards inspired by Nintendo’s first games consoles, complete with giant, programmable A and B buttons.

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Pininfarina Pura Vision tests the limits of the SUV-coupe craze

The SUV coupe has been one of the more ambitious body styles aided along by electric vehicle tech. Automobili Pininfarina steps in and does its best to push the sporty SUV concept to new heights while giving it ultra-premium levels of luxury.

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Brain waves driven more by remembering an event than the event itself

A new study has found that remembering an event drives the production of memory-related brain waves more than engaging in the event does. The finding could improve the treatment of memory loss in people with brain damage or cognitive impairments.

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Canon’s new camera shoots color video in pitch black, from miles away

Canon has wrapped its experimental ultra-high sensitivity Single Photon Avalanche Diode (SPAD) sensor up into a world-first commercial product. The new MS-500 accepts ultra-telephoto broadcast lenses, and can shoot color video on a moonless night.

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Pecans pack a punch in fighting obesity, diabetes and inflammation

A case is being made for pecans to be given ‘superfood’ status, as scientists make a surprise discovery of new widespread health benefits, including the nut's ability to combat the ill effects of consuming a high-fat diet. Slice that pie up, stat.

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Bizarre new high-strength glue can stick and unstick on command

An intriguing new glue can basically be switched on and off on demand. The adhesive sticks together when hit with one wavelength of light, and breaks apart with another, allowing it to be removed and reused easily – potentially, even underwater.

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