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We finally know the recipe for 5,000-year-old Egyptian blue dye

Ancient Egyptians were not only masters of architecture but also wizards of chemistry. Around 5,000 years ago, they crafted the world’s first synthetic pigment, Egyptian blue, and now researchers think they've finally figured out the original recipe.

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Brain implant breakthrough helps ALS man talk – and sing again

In another advancement in the field of brain-computer interfaces, a new implant-based system has enabled a paralyzed person to not only talk, but also 'sing' simple melodies through a computer – with practically no delay.

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DJI’s workhorse drone flies for nearly an hour even in dismal weather

DJI's latest enterprise-grade drone is seriously specced for heavy-duty tasks. Aimed at infrastructure planning agencies and emergency response teams, this flagship model can fly for a whopping 59 minutes, and boasts a payload capacity of 13 lb.

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One small change solves the two-stroke engine’s biggest problems

Alpha-Otto has a design that aims to eliminate the drawbacks of two-stroke engines. The RevForce engine introduces a single, transformative change to the conventional two-stroke layout that preserves its benefits while removing its major flaws.

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Boost well-being and reduce stress with quick and easy daily “micro-acts”

Spending a few minutes a day doing simple things that bring joy increases well-being, decreases stress, and improves sleep, according to a new study. It shows you don’t need to invest in time-consuming well-being interventions for them to be effective.

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Mercedes’ goes retro with limited-edition 1980s-inspired G-Class

Mercedes has just released a banger in the form of a limited-run version of the off-roader G-Class. Weirdly named 'STRONGER THAN THE 1980s', it is based on the very first G-Wagon, the W460 series 280 GE, which served as the foundation for the "Geländewagen."

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Newly observed magnetic state could unlock ultrafast memory chips

Researchers at Massachusetts Institute of Technology have demonstrated an entirely new form of magnetism in a synthesized crystalline material. They're calling it p-wave magnetism, and it could be the key to next-gen computer memory.

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Soft coral’s drug discovery power just became limitless

Soft corals produce chemicals that could be used to treat human disease. Now, scientists have identified the genes that make these important chemicals, opening the door to creating a limitless supply that can be used to produce and test new drugs.

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Volkswagen now sells an 8-seat camper van with Swiss Army versatility

Volkswagen has added an 8-seat option to the Multivan lineup, turning its MPV into an even more capable people-mover. The 8-seat option won't be on offer in the new California camper van range, but there will indeed be an available 8-seat camper.

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