Researchers Appear Close To A Remedy For Citrus Greening Disease

Florida is known for its oranges and orange juice. For the past decade, a disease called greening has devastated the citrus crop there, and it has spread to other states. Now there's hope for a cure.

Nissan reveals its answer to Tesla's Powerwall battery system for the home

Auto brand Nissan has created an energy storage system for the home using a recycled car battery, and announced plans for a trial in the UK that will allow electric vehicle owners to sell power back to the grid. (more…)

Absurdly Cute Accessory Turns Your iPhone's Light Into a Lamp

Italian designer Nazzareno Ruspolini created a series of lamps that clamp onto your phone. It's called the Ibat-Jour, and it's freakin' adorable. The post Absurdly Cute Accessory Turns Your iPhone's Light Into a Lamp appeared first on WIRED.

Episode 700: Peanuts and Cracker Jack

Beer. Water. Pretzels. It takes effort, strategy, and some serious lungs to sell expensive junk food at a baseball game. Meet the hot dog vending legend of Fenway Park.

Santiago Calatrava selected to design UAE Pavilion for Dubai Expo 2020

Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava has been chosen to create the United Arab Emirates' national pavilion at the Dubai Expo 2020, with a design modelled on bird's wings (+ slideshow). (more…)

Absurd Creatures: The World's Silkiest Anteater Is Not-I Repeat, Not-Stoned

The silky anteater isn't high. It's just tired, because this proficient hunter has no business being up during the day. The post Absurd Creatures: The World's Silkiest Anteater Is Not-I Repeat, Not-Stoned appeared first on WIRED.

Skupaj Arhitekti couples traditional form with contemporary materials for Alpine home

This Slovenian home by Skupaj Arhitekti mimics the gabled form of its Alpine village neighbours, but it also features contemporary details and finishes (+ slideshow). (more…)