Breath test accurately detects a known precursor of esophageal cancer

[Medical]( [Breath test accurately detects a known precursor of esophageal cancer]( [A new type of breath test could reveal a known precursor for esophageal cancer, new research has revealed]( Esophageal cancer is a difficult one to detect during its early stages, but a new type of breath test developed by scientists in the Netherlands could offer a cheap and non-invasive way to screen populations for susceptibility to the disease. [Read more]( [SPONSORED CONTENT]( [Helix Pro Roller: Premium luggage with a practical twist]( [The lightweight, durable Helix Pro Roller features a fully-articulated upper handle]( Thirty-three years ago, a pilot changed how the world does luggage by putting wheels on a bag. Now, with its blend of simplicity, durability and strength, the Helix Pro Roller is set to once again transform the luggage industry. [Read more]( [Space]( [Earth has picked up a tiny second moon]( [The moon now has a mini-me ... at least temporarily]( The Minor Planet Center has announced that Earth now has two moons. But don’t bother running outside to check – this second satellite is tiny and temporary. The newcomer, designated 2020 CD3, measures between 1.9 and 3.5 m (6.2 and 11.5 ft) wide. [Read more]( [Good Thinking]( [The Smithsonian has released a treasure trove of images and 3D scans]( [The command module from Apollo 11 – the living quarters of Armstrong, Aldrin and Collins on the first lunar landing mission in 1969]( The world's largest museum has released a treasure trove of nearly three million images for free use, including 3D scans. That means you can now 3D-print yourself a range of the Smithsonian's historically significant artefacts. [Read more]( [Biology]( [Deaf moths use commercial-grade noise-cancelling to dodge hungry bats]( [A Suraka silk moth (Antherina suraka), one of the deaf species studied by researchers at the University of Bristol]( While many insects that would otherwise become bat food rely on the sounds created by the nocturnal creatures to dodge their advances, deaf species of moth have no such luxury. These critters do have another trick up their sleeve, it turns out. [Read more]( [Automotive]( [Techrules looks to power everyday EVs and grids with micro-turbines]( [Techrules works on its Turbine Recharging Electric Vehicle (TREV) technol]( Techrules is working to transform the micro-turbine generators powering its 1,300-hp Ren supercar into standalone systems. It'll start with a 45-kW version to wire into commercial electrical grids before shrinking it down for everyday electric cars. [Read more]( [Biology]( [Salmon parasite is first animal known to not breathe oxygen]( [A microscope image of Henneguya salminicola]( Until now, it had generally been assumed that all animals breathe oxygen. According to Israeli scientists, however, that isn't the case – they've announced that a tiny relative of jellyfish and corals manages to get by without. [Read more]( [Space]( [NASA wants you to design part of its future Venus rover]( [An artist's impression of the AREE rover]( NASA wants help designing a vital element of a rover that could one day explore Earth’s hellish twin, Venus. The component would allow the rover to safely explore the surface, and must be capable of enduring a brutal alien environment. [Read more]( [Telecommunications]( [How governments shut the internet down to suppress dissent]( [A new report into internet freedoms chronicles over 200 internet shutdowns spanning 33 countries in 2019]( Digital rights advocacy group Access Now has released its annual report revealing that governments around world are increasingly shutting down the internet, often to stifle dissent particularly during times of protest or elections. [Read more]( [Virtual Reality]( [Student nurses get immersive training in virtual hospital ward]( [The VR ward offers a way to learn healthcare skills without negatively impacting on real patients]( Middlesex University London is putting student nurses, pediatric postgrads and midwifery students to work in virtual environments to deal with scenarios faced in real-world settings. [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [Protect your beloved pet with this GPS tag]( This Blanket ID Tag offers a uniquely powerful way to track down your pet regardless of where and when they’ve been lost, and it’s currently available for over 15% off MSRP at just $35. [Read more]( [Automotive]( [DS Aero Sport Lounge concept debuts ultrasonic, haptic 3D air-controls]( [The DS Aero Sport Lounge, a preview for Geneva]( High-end Citroen spinoff DS Automobiles has presented the concept it's taking to Geneva. The all-electric Aero Sport Lounge is a sharp-looking crossover with an arresting interior that aspires to avant-garde as much as aerodynamics. [Read more]( [Games]( [Everything we know about the Xbox Series X]( [Microsoft has given us the first glimpse of the Xbox Series X]( Microsoft’s next-generation gaming console, the Xbox Series X, is due out by the end of the year. Here's everything we know and don’t know so far about the next Xbox’s hardware, games, controllers, features and services. [Read more]( [Science]( [The smallest killer whale has a large musical repertoire]( [Killer whales come in different types that not only live in different areas, but also have different diets, habits, and songs]( A recent study led by scientists from Australia's New Curtin University shows that the world's smallest type of killer whale, the Ross Sea killer whale, has a surprisingly complex musical repertoire with 28 different complex calls. [Read more]( [Space]( [Space docking first gives commercial satellites a new lease of life]( [MEV-1 captures IS-901 to initiate the final docking of the two spacecraft]( In a significant first for commercial satellites, Northrop Grumman's Mission Extension Vehicle-1 has docked with an aging communication satellite in order to extend its service life after almost two decades in orbit. [Read more]( [Automotive]( [VW Touareg R electrifies city commutes and trailer-tugging adventures]( [Volkswagen reveals the all-new Touareg R]( VW has raised the ceiling on its SUV lineup with the new Touareg R plug-in. From downtown parking garages, to dusty outskirts of nowhere, the Touareg R puts plug-in hybrid power to use in clean-breathing city driving and quick-bursting highway power. [Read more]( [Medical]( [Fur is no problem for vitals-monitoring squishy sensor]( [A diagram showing how the device is molded from silicone and water, with the finished product visible at the bottom]( We've already seen quite a number of skin-adhered sensors that track people's vital signs. That's all very well and good if you're human, but what if you're a fur-covered animal? Well, there's now a sensor that works on them, too. [Read more]( [Space]( [China's Chang'e-4 probe peers beneath the surface of Moon's far side]( [The Chang'e-4 lander, as seen by the Yutu 2 rover]( China’s pioneering mission to explore the far side of the Moon continues to shed new light on this relatively unknown territory, with scientists using instruments aboard the Chang'e-4 spacecraft to peek beneath the surface for the first time. [Read more]( [Digital Cameras]( [Smart selfie stick's features include a remote-control spotlight]( [The Pictar Smart-Light Selfie Stick is presently on Kickstarter]( Although many people think of selfie sticks as cheap gadgets for narcissists, they actually come in pretty handy for people like vloggers. A new model offers several features for such folks, going beyond simply being a telescoping smartphone pole. [Read more]( [Mobile Technology]( [LG launches 5G-capable, dual-screen V Series flagship]( [Both the main and the Dual Screen displays are 6.8 diagonal inch, Full HD+ P-OLED panels]( As expected, given that Mobile World Congress has been canceled this year, LG has today announced the latest member of its V Series smartphones. The V60 ThinQ 5G features an improved dual screen, better audio and a bigger battery. [Read more]( You are receiving this email because you signed up for our daily newsletter at [newatlas.com]( (or [gizmag.com]( before August 2016). [Update profile]( | [Unsubscribe]( Copyright New Atlas © 2019