To resolve nearby Earth-like exoplanets, a new telescope design that is rectangular rather than circular may be necessary, according to a new study that explores what the next great space telescope might look like.
“We show that it is possible to find nearby, Earth-like planets orbiting sun-like stars with a telescope that is about the same size as the James Webb Space Telescope[(JWST]…
I photographed the amazing story of Shackleton's Arctic expedition using Lego bricks and a Nikon DSLR camera
September 2, 2025
Sir Ernest Shackleton and his ship, the Endurance, have a truly captivating story from 1915. Interestingly, it’s not because the planned expedition was successful, but because despite failure and minimal chances of survival, Shackleton and his crew managed to escape the…
Astrophotography guide to September 2025: what to shoot in the night sky this month
September 2, 2025
September is an excellent month for astrophotographers in the Northern Hemisphere. As well as offering warm nights, the hours of darkness even out during the month with the onset of the equinox. That has ramifications for sightings of aurora, which tend to spike late in…
In Canon’s Gear Up mini-series, Keith Ladzinski gives a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the gear he carries when photographing wildlife on assignment.
For Ladzinski, a Canon Explorer of Light, packing light is vital for mobility, versatility and being ready for anything nature throws at you. The video showcases him on assignment in Peru, where hiking long distances on foot through uneven terrain…
Alexander Vlaskamp, the outspoken CEO of MAN Trucks, claims that an electric semi truck can pay for itself in less than three years – but there are a few asterisks in that statement. We’ll try to unpack them all for you here.
MAN began series production of its eTruck…
Denver Public Library deploys novel solar and battery storage system
September 2, 2025
Sustainable construction experts McKinstry have teamed up with leading BESS developers Viridi and the Denver Public Library to deploy a first-of-its-kind solar and battery storage system that sets a new standard for fire safety.
The Denver Public Library sought a battery…
John Deere joins the robot revolution with GUSS acquisition
September 2, 2025
The autonomous ag equipment experts behind the GUSS robotic sprayers have been developing their AI tech as part of a JV with John Deere for years — and now, that marriage is official. John Deere has acquired 100% of GUSS, and has big plans to pick up that tech and run with it like a … well, you know.
The latest battery-powered GUSS autonomous sprayer made its debut at the 2024 World Ag Expo…
Swastikas on some Finland air force flags to be phased out
September 2, 2025
Finland’s Air Force, now part of NATO, still flies swastikas on a handful of unit flags — but is preparing to phase them out, largely to avoid awkwardness with its Western allies.
The history of the Finnish air force’s use of the swastika, which since the 20th century…
Rocket Lab unveils new pad as firm preps first Neutron rocket launch
September 2, 2025
WALLOPS ISLAND, Virginia— As Rocket Lab prepares to roll out its new Neutron rocket as a fresh competitor for military and commercial missions, the firm on Thursday unveiled the launch complex from which the vehicle will fly – possibly by the end of the year.
Housed…
Buying a USB-C cable? Watch out for these 6 crucial gotchas
September 2, 2025
It’s been a few years since USB-C first hit the scene. And while we still love how reversible it is and how powerful it’s become, we’re also more aware of the potential pitfalls around this high-powered cable.
There have been plenty of stories of poor-quality cables frying components, shorting chargers, or even catching fire, so we’ve gone to great lengths to test many options, including…
