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Dec 2, 2023

Scientists uncover the secret to building Star Wars-style laser weapons — but don't worry, we won't have a Death Star anytime soon

High-powered infrared laser weapons could be on the horizon after scientists figured out how to make lasers nine times more powerful. Militaries have already deployed laser-powered weapons, as popularized by films like Star Wars,, but they're much weaker than those seen on screen and can only disable small airborne targets....

Jan 23, 2024

New DragonFire laser weapon can shoot drones out of the sky, UK says

The U.K. military has successfully tested a high-power laser weapon designed to knock drones out of the sky. The laser weapon, dubbed DragonFire, passed its first field test by shooting down several drones over the Hebrides off the coast of Scotland, the U.K. government announced on Jan. 19. Currently, drone...

Jan 23, 2024

Watch the world through different animals' eyes in this stunning high-tech footage

A zebra swallowtail butterfly foraging on flowers as a honeybee would see it. (Credit: Vasas V, et al., 2024, PLOS Biology, CC-BY 4.0) Scientists have combined a new camera system with open-source software to generate stunning video clips of the world as different animals see it — including the specific...

Jan 24, 2024

This tiny radioactive battery can last 50 years without recharging — and it's coming in 2025

Chinese scientists have built a nuclear battery that can produce power for up to 50 years without being recharged. The technology, which contains a radioactive isotope, or version of nickel, as its power source, will be the first of its kind available for general purchase, Betavolt representatives said on Jan....

Feb 28, 2024

Record-smashing Chinese maglev hyperloop train hits 387 mph and could someday outpace a plane

China says its maglev hyperloop train has broken the world speed record in a test run, reaching a blistering 387 mph (623 km/h). Ultimately, its makers want to build a train more than three times as fast that will break the sound barrier and outpace airplanes. The maglev train, dubbed...

Mar 7, 2024

AI drone that could hunt and kill people built in just hours by scientist 'for a game'

It only takes a few hours to configure a small, commercially available drone to hunt down a target by itself, a scientist has warned. Luis Wenus, an entrepreneur and engineer, incorporated an artificial intelligence (AI) system into a small drone to chase people around as a game, he wrote in...

Nov 3, 2022

Do dehumidifiers help with mold?

Do dehumidifiers help with mold? It’s true — dehumidifiers can solve a wide variety of problems in an indoor environment, but do they have the power to fight back against mold and restrict this pesky fungus from growing and infiltrating your space? According to research, the best dehumidifiers can help...

Nov 3, 2022

Six benefits of an air purifier

From ridding your home of pollutants to improving symptoms of asthma, there are lots of benefits of an air purifier that make these handy machines worth investing in. Knowing the air quality index for your local area can help you to understand how much of a problem air quality is...

Nov 3, 2022

Do air purifiers work?

They're one of the must-have home devices, but do air purifiers work? What are the potential health benefits of having one in your home and how do they actually work? To help answer these questions, we’ve sought advice from experts to better understand the effectiveness of these domestic appliances. In...

Nov 3, 2022

How do dehumidifiers work?

If you’re thinking of purchasing a dehumidifier, you may be wondering, ‘how do dehumidifiers work?’ While the humidifiers add moisture to the air when it’s too dry, dehumidifiers remove moisture from the air when it’s too humid, making these little beauties great if you live in a hot climate or...

Nov 6, 2022

How to get rid of dust mites

If you want to know how to get rid of dust mites, you’re not alone. These microscopic critters can get everywhere, and while you can’t actually eliminate them forever, there are certain steps you can take to reduce exposure to them. While not dangerous, dust mites live in the home...

Nov 10, 2022

This HP Chromebook is less than $80 at Walmart - ideal for students on a budget

Laptops can be pricey and bulky, but they certainly don’t have to be as this outrageously cheap Chromebook shows. The best laptops for students, for example, are usually much more lightweight machines. Laptops don’t get much more lightweight than Chromebooks, too, which run Chrome OS. Even better, they don’t need...

Nov 21, 2022

Save up to $200 on the M2 MacBook Air in this Black Friday laptop deal

Black Friday week is upon us, and this $150 saving on the latest MacBook Air is the first amazing deal for students looking for a college laptop (or anyone really, MacBooks are universally great). There’s never been a better time to upgrade to one the best laptops for students, with...

Nov 23, 2022

Black Friday MacBook deal: Save up to $500 on these MacBook Pro models at Best Buy

If you need a powerful laptop and you're a fan of all things Apple, then these Black Friday MacBook Pro deals at Best Buy are just what you're looking for. When looking for the best laptop for students, the power of the MacBook Pro may be a little overkill. That’s...

Nov 23, 2022

Save $260 on this ultra-portable Dell XPS 13 laptop – perfect for students

Windows 11 laptops are plentiful, and that can make it tough to work out which option is best for you. Luckily one of the most highly-rated Dell laptops is reduced at Amazon in the retailer’s Black Friday deals. Right now, you can get the Dell XPS 13 for $1039.99 at...