A modern tatami room – credit, Filiz Elaerts on Unsplash Western admirers of Japanese aesthetic are keeping afloat tatami craftsmen in Japan, where modernity and maintenance requirements are driving down interest in this artisanal form of flooring. From Europe to the US and even in the Middle East, eager importers of tatami mats now account … Read more
The Moosi Rani Sagar – credit, Environmental Foundation of India Ancient Indian stepwells are being restored to modern water storage facilities to help cure modern water shortages. Recently, an Indian environmentalist and editor was invited to share his incredible work restoring hundreds of natural and man-made water sources all across India on CNN. His nonprofit, … Read more
Cluster of young stars known as the Christmas Tree Cluster and Collagen fibers and fat cells appearing under a laser microscope Credit: Chandra X-ray Observatory and Nikon Small World contest -SWNS A microscopic ‘Christmas tree’ is a seasonal highlight of a remarkable science project that found eerie comparisons between the vast and the tiny. Curated … Read more
Cadense A robotics specialist in physical therapy has unveiled the world’s first shoe that can reduce frictional forces and adapt to uneven surfaces, ensuring a smooth walking experience for the elderly and those dealing with multiple sclerosis and stroke rehabilitation. The breakthrough technology was developed by Dr. Tyler Susko, an engineering professor at the University … Read more
Stick ‘Em Creations – credit, Stick ‘Em, released In Singapore, a pair of self-described “tinkerers” have made headlines around the world for their simple educational toy set to help low-income families introduce their children to robotics. More than just robotics, the stick-in-socket building set encourages kids to manifest the wonders they create in their minds, … Read more
credit – Swellcycle Hunters and poachers have historically made some of the best conservationists—they know the animals, they know their environment. In that vein, who better to advocate for protecting the ocean than those who have felt its power and seen its beauty over and over and over again? Surfers are lining up to try … Read more
The front (left) and back (right) of the 2021 Mexico 50 peso note It’s always interesting to see what images states put on their money. Mexico recently redesigned its 50 peso note with the image of a perpetually smiling amphibian found only in the country called the axolotl, and it’s become so well loved it’s … Read more
Artists impression of the shelter in the Italian Alps – CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati SWNS An incredible new glass cabin will let mountaineers shelter from high-altitude perils with the same chic taste as a Milano office high rise. Designers have created the cabin ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, where it will be showcased … Read more
The earwig’s delicate, paper-thin wings can open 10x their folded size due to its origami-like creases – Credit: ETH Zurich / Purdue University (Article by Rohini Subrahmanyam originally published by Knowable Magazine) As the microscopic, tear-shaped Lacrymaria olor swims around hunting for food, it does something remarkable: In a blink, the tiny protist extends its … Read more
Credit: James Dyson Awards An innovative smart keyboard designed to significantly improve typing ability for people living with Parkinson’s disease has been named a Global Winner of the prestigious 2025 James Dyson Award. The groundbreaking invention, called “OnCue”, was created by Italian product designer Alessandra Galli as a school thesis project at Delft University of … Read more