Light-activated antibacterial foil claimed to outperform HEPA filters

Although HEPA filters and UV lights are effective at neutralizing bacteria in hospitals, homes and other settings, they do have their drawbacks. A new light-activated material known as LumaFlo, however, is claimed to have them both beat.

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Nature-focused residence will become enveloped in greenery over time

British firm Giles Miller Studio recently completed its first residential project. Named Woven, the remarkable home is wrapped in an intricate screen made up of recycled plastic and will become almost totally covered in greenery over time.

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Public skybridge links extraordinary towers 630 ft above NYC streets

Plans have been revealed for a remarkable new skyscraper development in Manhattan, New York City. Named Avenir, it will consist of two matching towers, which will be connected by a skybridge that's situated 630 ft above the city streets.

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Anker launches portable projector built for life outdoors

Last month, Anker Innovations launched a pre-order campaign for what was billed as the first truly outdoor projector. Now the Nebula Mars 3 1080p entertainment hub, portable power bank and campsite light source has gone up for sale.

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Infant food allergy linked to childhood asthma, study finds

Researchers have found a link between infant food allergy and asthma in later childhood. They say their findings can help healthcare professionals to be more vigilant around monitoring the respiratory health of children with early food allergies.

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Pteranodon sells for US$3.9 million to join fossil pantheon

A rare and large Pteranodon skeleton sold at a Sotheby's auction in New York this evening for US$3,932,000, moving into the top five most valuable fossils of all-time: behind only Tyrannosaurus Rex, Velociraptor, Triceratops and Gorgosaurus.

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Radical renovations celebrated with inaugural RIBA Reinvention Award

It's all well and good creating new buildings that are packed with sustainable design, but it's often even greener to adapt what has already been built. To highlight this, RIBA has launched a new award to celebrate the creative reuse of buildings.

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World’s largest 3D-printed housing development reveals completed model home

An ambitious development of a hundred 3D-printed homes named Wolf Ranch is under construction near Austin, Texas. Led by BIG and Icon, the project's first model home has now been revealed ahead of residents arriving in September.

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LG lands dual-shot coffee maker inspired by “wonders of space exploration”

Platforms like Kickstarter and Indiegogo have helped bring many garage projects to life, but more and more companies are using them to sound out ideas for future products. The latest is from LG in the shape of its first capsule coffee machine.

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Not-so-tiny Purple Heart Manor pushes the boundaries of small living

The latest tiny house by Acorn Tiny Homes is one of the largest models we've ever seen. Named the Purple Heart Manor, it's inspired by the owner's love of Medieval literature, the color purple, and her cat, and measures a length of 43 ft.

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