It’s taken almost two years, 15 pairs of trainers and more than 400 flights for Nick Butter to run 26.2 miles in each of the 196 countries on the planet.
Inventor lands deal to manufacture ‘swappable’ aluminium-air battery that can power electric cars for 1,500 miles
Technically an aluminium-air fuel cell, the idea is that these can be swapped out at supermarkets and recycled when spent.
New study finds that living by the sea is good for your mental wellbeing
The research, by the University of Exeter, found that the effect was most pronounced in people from low-earning households.
First fully rechargeable carbon dioxide battery is seven times more efficient than lithium-ion and carbon neutral
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago have successfully tested a lithium-carbon dioxide battery prototype running up to 500 consecutive cycles of charge/recharge processes.
Planpincieux glacier on the Italian side of Mont Blanc is in danger of collapse
About 250,000 cubic metres of ice are at risk of collapse, after accelerating to 50-60 cm a day.
Revolutionary new orthopaedic cast is lightweight, waterproof and breathable – you can even wear it swimming
Since little equipment is needed to administer the cast, it’s also been suggested for use in wilderness first aid.
German consumer group finds that using reusable bamboo coffee cups can be bad for your health
Testing 12 different bamboo cup brands, Stiftung Warentest found that most released ‘very high’ amounts of melamine and formaldehyde after contact with a hot drink.
Russian pro cyclist Aigul Gareeva wins junior time trial world title despite going off course
Aigul Gareeva missed the final corner after experiencing a blackout due to physical exertion.
IKEA will produce more energy than it consumes by the end of this year
Ultimately, it plans to be climate-positive (reducing more emissions than it puts out) by 2030.
Blind man helps develop smart cane that uses Google Maps and sensors to navigate the world
The WeWALK smart cane uses ultrasonic sensors to warn of nearby impediments through vibrations in the handle.
Say goodbye to temporary fillings: scientists successfully use a gel to regrow tooth enamel
A team of researchers from Zhejiang University School of Medicine has developed a gel that makes enamel repair itself.
‘Every racing driver will need a sim racing profile to reach the top’ says Team Redline boss
The lines between ‘real-world’ and sim racing are getting blurred; Team Redline manager Dom Duhan thinks that this trend is set to continue.