Popular Science’s annual awards highlight engineering that solves real problems. This year’s picks include a wood stronger than steel, a 100 MWh sand battery, and a quantum computer that finally fixes its own errors.
A new opinion piece looks past the obvious 2026 headlines to forecast internal party battles in the US, a breaking point in France, and a major shift in Japanese monetary policy. The ripple effects of these events could define the global economy for years.
The National Labor Relations Board has withdrawn a March 2024 complaint against SpaceX, leading to the dismissal of one of the company’s lawsuits. This is a tactical move by the NLRB as it faces multiple challenges to its authority.
Samsung is rolling out a new version of its Galaxy Store app that changes how the store itself gets updated. Instead of a background process, it now prompts users directly when an update is ready. It’s a minor but interesting shift in approach.
The Jiangmen Underground Neutrino Observatory (JUNO) is now online, marking the start of a new era in particle physics. Its first data, collected over just two months, has already measured solar neutrino oscillations with nearly double the precision of previous experiments.
OneXPlayer is teasing a bizarre new retro gaming handheld called the OneXSugar Wallet. It uses a single 8.01-inch foldable OLED screen instead of two separate displays, creating a 4:3 aspect ratio when opened.
A new device called the SN Operator aims to bridge the gap between physical SNES cartridges and modern computers. It’s a slot you plug your old games into, connecting via USB-C to play them on a PC, Mac, or Steam Deck. The package includes software and tools like fraud detection for collectors.
According to a Forbes retrospective, 2025 was the year AI’s pervasive flaws became a source of widespread frustration. Key failures included a 35% hallucination rate for top chatbots, bizarre public meltdowns, and a tragic lawsuit against OpenAI over a teen’s suicide.
According to new leaks, Oppo’s upcoming foldable is shaping up to be a powerhouse. It’s rumored to feature top-tier specs like the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and a massive battery, all in a surprisingly thin frame.
According to EU-Startups, building a startup’s profile is a long game that begins months before a formal fundraise. The article argues that sharpening your narrative and building founder credibility are key to entering a round with momentum. But is this realistic advice for everyone?
