NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Nick Hague successfully completed a critical spacewalk, achieving multiple key objectives. Credit: NASANASA astronauts Suni Williams and Nick Hague completed a 6-hour spacewalk on January 16, concluding their mission at 2:01 p.m. EST. This mission, which marked Hague’s fourth spacewalk and Williams’ eighth, was the 273rd in support of...
New tech allows apps to be controlled by 'foot gestures' made while walkingDepositphotos/DALL-EScientists have created a proof-of-concept technology enabling users to perform everyday smartphone tasks—like playing music, answering calls, or ordering food—using subtle, socially acceptable foot gestures while walking.Walking is a big part of our daily routines, whether it’s heading to work, running errands,...
An x-ray detector at the National Ignition Facility was used to measure the energy spectrum and intensity of x-ray bursts created in the experimentsLawrence Livermore National LaboratoryA groundbreaking innovation at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) has combined high-power lasers with an ultralight silver metal foam to create the brightest X-ray source ever recorded, boasting...
Combining a resistance workout and electrical muscle stimulation leads to greater muscle mass and strength than resistance training aloneThe University of Texas at El Paso (note: original image extended using generative tools)New research suggests that using a standard, portable, non-invasive electrical muscle stimulator during resistance training can lead to greater improvements in both muscle...
Rather than use a separate portable monitor to add more screen real estate when you need it, the ThinkBook Plus Gen 6 extends the display upLenovoIn 2022, Lenovo showcased a unique laptop with a display that expanded upward to provide more screen space. At CES 2025 last week, the company turned that concept into...
Credit: PixabayErasing bad memories and traumatic flashbacks could significantly advance treatments for various mental health conditions. Scientists have now identified a promising new approach: weakening negative memories by reactivating positive ones.In a multi-day experiment, an international team of researchers tested this method with 37 participants. Initially, participants associated random words with negative images. The...
The Panoramic iDrive system combines four components, including the new info display running along the length of the windscreenBMWBMW is reimagining its car infotainment experience by integrating a range of new technologies. Beginning in late 2025, the company will equip all of its vehicles with the 'Panoramic iDrive' system, which merges advanced screens with...
Drop your phone in and within mere seconds, it has a full, fresh battery packSwippittOne of the most talked-about products at CES 2025 isn’t a giant ultra-clear TV or a futuristic EV that soars through the sky. Instead, it’s the Swippitt IPS, a revolutionary solution for mobile phone charging. Say goodbye to tethering your...
The bustling, power-hungry metropolis of Manhattan. Credit: PixabayNew York City is set to welcome its own offshore wind farm. The Empire Wind 1 project has secured a $3 billion financing package and is slated to begin operations in 2027, providing power to about half a million residents. So, what’s the catch?In the energy industry,...
The Afeela 1 can be pre-ordered now, but only if you live in CaliforniaSony Honda MobilitySony's entry into the electric car market, the Afeela 1, is now available for pre-order. Reservations are open in California, with the Origin trim starting at $89,900 and the Signature trim priced at $102,900.The company made this announcement at...
