Get ready for the age of the superconductor (maybe)

[New Atlas logo]( Science [Get ready for the age of the superconductor (maybe)]( [A pellet of LK-99, which was claimed to be the first ever room temperature, ambient pressure superconductor]( Want a flying skateboard? Your own personal home fusion reactor? A wearable MRI scanner you can buy online? If a room-temperature, ambient-pressure superconducting material really has been found, that is just the tip of the technological iceberg. [Read more]( Sponsored Content [Keter Group CEO Alejandro Pena: Company Has Achieved Environmental Goals]( Alejandro Pena, Keter Group CEO, highlights the company’s transparent sustainability initiatives and metrics, as per Keter’s recently released 2022 Sustainability Report. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [Kombucha beverage slashes diabetics' blood sugar levels in new study]( [When tea is fermented, the result is kombucha, a beverage that has been quickly gaining traction as a health drink in recent years]( Kombucha, a drink made by fermenting sweetened tea, has shown some promise as a health-promoting beverage. Now, its powers may extend to helping those suffering from type 2 diabetes keep their blood glucose levels in check, according to a new study. [Read more]( Medical [New pill targets “undruggable” protein to selectively kill cancer cells]( [A new cancer-killing pill targets the protein essential for the growth and survival of cancer cells]( Researchers have developed a drug that targets a protein essential for the growth and survival of cancer cells. The pill was found to be effective in preclinical studies and is now the subject of human clinical trials. [Read more]( Bicycles [Pender hydraulic ebike lift hoists bikes onto car roof in seconds]( [Pender's new Ebikelifter provides an easier means of roof mounting]( Ebikes can be a hassle to transport by car, given their added size and weight. Pender makes it easier with a roof-mounted hydraulic lift that hooks the bike from the ground and whisks it onto the car roof with minimal effort. [Read more]( Biology [Fabulous 500-million-year-old annelid named after Dune's epic sandworms]( [Science meets science fiction: Artistic reconstruction of the Shaihuludia shurikeni by Rhiannon LaVine]( A new genus and species of ancient sea worm with an impressive set of star-shaped chaetae has been identified, after its fossil first puzzled paleontologists. Thanks to its alien-worm-like appearance, scientists found a fittingly sci-fi name for it. [Read more]( Outdoors [Battery-powered Giga Pump inflates dome-shaped Aerotent in minutes]( [The Aerotent Series is made up of two models, the 4-8-person Sphere Tent and the 2-4-person Moon Tent]( Camping in the great outdoors can be refreshing, enjoyable, and great fun. A real stress buster. Pitching a tent, not so much. The folks over at Aerogogo aim to make that easier with new inflatable Aerotents. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [Gut microbiome discovery could lead to new drug addiction treatments]( [A study has found a link between the gut microbiome and cocaine use, including the cravings that come following withdrawal]( A new study has provided the first evidence of a link between the gut microbiome and cocaine use and the cravings that follow withdrawal. The findings open the door to potential treatments for drug addiction and relapse prevention. [Read more]( Urban Transport [Velocity cargo e-quadcycle boosts power by adding another rider]( [Why settle for just one rider when you can have two?]( There are now a number of electric-assist cargo quadcycles that let pedaling riders haul heavy loads, but one person can still only haul so much. That's where the Velocity comes in, as it accommodates two riders. [Read more]( Architecture [Zaha Hadid Architects sows the seeds for curving plant-filled tower]( [The Daxia Tower is designed to maximize natural light inside and will offer glimpses of the greenery within]( Zaha Hadid Architects has revealed plans for yet another remarkable skyscraper in China. The Daxia Tower will be defined by a gently curving exterior, with areas of glazing offering glimpses of lush plant-filled terraces inside. [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [Let this summer heat buster keep you cool and light your way, only $60]( In the scorching heat of summer, when the sun is relentless and sweat becomes your constant companion, you need a superhero to come to your rescue. The Q-Beam Cyclone emerges as the caped crusader of coolness and illumination! [Read more]( Wearables [Bip 5 budget smartwatch sports Amazfit's largest screen to date]( [The entry-level Bip 5 packs some powerful features for well under a hundred bucks]( Amazfit has announced its latest wallet-friendly smartwatch, with the Bip 5 reportedly boasting the company's largest screen on a globally available product. The wearable also runs the health-focused Zepp OS platform – a first for the series. [Read more]( Bicycles [Priority updates its Classic commuter for the electric age]( [Priority says that the e-Classic Plus "is the perfect choice for a relaxed, fuss-free commute, or a blissful and breezy spin around town"]( New York's Priority Bicycles has launched a new model as an electric celebration of the first bike to sport Priority branding nine years ago. The e-Classic Plus keeps it light, keeps it simple and keeps it relatively affordable. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [Breastfeeding boosts mom’s cardiovascular health for at least 3 years]( [A study has found that women who breastfeed for at least six months can boost their cardiovascular health for at least three years]( A study has found that breastfeeding can improve mom's cardiovascular health for at least three years. The findings are especially important for women with complicated pregnancies, who are at increased risk of cardiovascular disease later in life. [Read more]( Around The Home [Ivry-B is claimed to be world's first round and transparent beehive]( [The Ivry-B (shown here with its wooden cover removed) is presently on Indiegogo]( There are already ant farms that let people watch ants, and even a sealed termite colony for folks who prefer something a little different. Now there's the round, transparent Ivry-B beehive, that allows users to engage in some quality bee-watching. [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 © 2022