WEIRD FACTS
Scientists can now trick the immune system using tiny tech. By Alexandra Pattillo – Diseases like celiac, type 1 diabetes, and multiple sclerosis have no cure and are notoriously hard to treat, but a sneaky way to trick the immune system into operating …
By Ben Coxworth – Although not yet trialled on babies, the pacifier has been tested on diabetic adults. University of California-San Diego. – Because of infants’ soft, sensitive skin, it’s generally not a good idea to rig them up with medical biosensors that …
By Adam Williams – Steampunk is currently installed in Estonia’s Tallinn Architecture Biennial event. Tonu Tunnel. – Installed at this year’s Tallinn Architecture Biennial event in Estonia, Steampunk is an impressive-looking pavilion that has been painstakingly created by steam-bending lengths of hardwood. The …
By Noel McKeegan – Citroen celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, and the iconic 5CV Tourer was on hand at Motorclassica to mark the occasion. Noel McKeegan/New Atlas. – Motorclassica once again showcased a dazzling array of collectible cars and motorcycles recently at …
By Rich Haridy – Honorable Mention, People in Nature. A storm comes over Varadero, Cuba, 2019. Giovani Cordioli/TNC Photo Contest 2019. – The annual Nature Conservancy Photo Contest goes from strength to strength, with a record number of entries this year and a series …
By Nick Lavars – The Interceptor drone is designed to neutralize threats from other drones by smashing them out of the air. Anduril. – We’ve seen a few inventive solutions to stopping malicious drones in their tracks, including aircraft designed to capture them in …
By James Holloway – The Jaguar XK120’s new twin motors are good for 375 bhp. Lunaz. Brand new startup Lunaz seeks to make a bold entry into the high-end car market, as it announces its plan to restore history’s “most beautiful and celebrated …
Author: Eliot Cunningham – Fear not my fellow vegans and aspiring plant based people. Protein is traditionally associated with meat, but getting enough protein on a primarily plant based or vegan diet is easy. High protein plant based foods are abundant and a …
Need we say more? By Holly Patrick – Bringing pet dogs into the workplace is becoming increasingly common. Large companies like Google, Ticketmaster, and challenger bank Monzo are just a few that have joined companies in the pet sector (like Pets at Home) …
“While not surprising, it was concerning.” By Peter Hess – Electric scooters have hit the streets of major cities across the United States and around the world. And unsurprisingly, people are getting hurt. These dockless mobility devices, which are part of a multi-million-dollar …
