Hydrogel designed to remove every bit of those “blasted” kidney stones

Although kidney stones can be treated with medication, larger ones are often broken up with an endoscopic laser. A new hydrogel is now claimed to be capable of removing even the smallest of the resulting fragments, instead of just leaving them.

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Feral off-road RV charges like a rhino, rests like a glamping lodge

Rock solid on the outside, soft and inviting on the inside — it's the formula behind any good 4x4 expedition vehicle, especially the Krug Project Rhino. The rugged Mercedes-based Rhino stands up for sustainable tourism and anti-poaching efforts.

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Woom mini cargo bike supports industrious and adventurous kids

Usually when one hears the term "cargo bike for kids," it's an adult bike with a child seat. But child bike specialist Woom puts a different spin on the concept with the Now, a versatile urban bike specced like an adult cargo bike but sized for kids.

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Pressure-modulating insoles designed to prevent diabetic foot ulcers

Because diabetics often lack sensation in their feet, they may not shift foot pressure as needed, potentially leading to serious skin ulcers. A set of experimental insoles were created that problem in mind, as they shift the pressure for the wearer.

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Review: 2022 Subaru WRX is a 5th generation of turbocharged glee

Subaru has finally begun producing the 5th generation of the WRX sport sedan. One of the most popular cars in Subaru’s lineup, the WRX divides opinion every time it sees changes ... and love it or hate it, this new-gen WRX is no different.

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Wing-cramping chemical boosts effectiveness of mosquito bed nets

In many regions, insecticide-impregnated bed nets are utilized not just to keep malaria-carrying mosquitoes from biting, but also to kill them. A new study shows that such nets could be much more effective if a different type of chemical were used.

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Alpen announces larger, electronic-locking Basecamp Bike Capsule

Four years ago we first heard about a lockable weatherproof pod called the Alpen Bike Capsule, designed for securely storing bicycles outdoors. The latest incarnation of the device is not only larger, but also features an electronic locking system.

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Segway unleashes crazy powerful GT series electric kickscooters

After announcing a new batch of high-powered electric kickscooters early last month, Segway has now launched the GT series on Indiegogo – with the GT2 SuperScooter capable of a crazy top speed of 43.5 mph.

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“World’s smartest traffic management system” launches in Australia

In a smart and connected world, it's amazing how dumb our traffic lights can be. A new Melbourne project uses AI to crunch an unprecedented amount of live and historical data, hoping to optimize multi-mode traffic flow and influence behavior.

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Trial shows arthritis drug restores hair in a third of alopecia patients

In pursuit of a treatment for alopecia areata, an autoimmune disorder that causes hair loss, scientists have found new success by repurposing a common arthritis drug which proved effective in around a third of subjects.

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