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A Norwegian company just made robot joints smaller, lighter, and more powerful with motors so thin they open up entirely new design possibilities. Engineers will get hands-on demos at Boston's Robotics Summit in May 2026.
Dollar General just posted strong sales growth and announced it won't be closing more stores this year. After shuttering 141 locations in 2024, the discount retailer is moving forward with momentum.
Engineers can now print a fully functional electric motor in about three hours for 50 cents, potentially ending costly factory delays from broken parts. MIT researchers developed a breakthrough platform that prints complex machines using multiple materials in one step.
Electric vehicle maker Scout Motors is opening applications for its first assembly line workers at its new South Carolina plant, with jobs paying up to $37.50 per hour. No factory experience required.
Australian researchers built a tiny motor that spins using liquid metal flows instead of rigid parts, reaching 320 revolutions per minute. The breakthrough could revolutionize soft robotics and medical devices that need to bend, stretch, and move through tight spaces.
The United Nations has formally launched its search for the next Secretary-General, raising hopes for the organization's first woman leader in its 79-year history. The selection process marks a pivotal moment for gender equality at the world's most influential diplomatic table.
After three decades of manufacturing in India, Tata Motors just rolled out its one-millionth vehicle from its Lucknow facility. The milestone vehicle? A zero-emission electric bus.
Massachusetts General Hospital just launched a clinical trial to find out if adding a human "coach" during ketamine therapy makes the treatment work better for depression. The study could reshape how millions access mental health care.
England's 2003 Rugby World Cup winner Lewis Moody is tackling motor neurone disease with renewed optimism after a specialist gave him something rare: hope. He's planning a 500-mile bike ride to turn that hope into action for others.
A smartphone app developed at Massachusetts General Hospital is helping people with OCD access effective treatment without the cost, stigma, and scheduling barriers of traditional therapy. In a 12-week trial, 65% of users saw significant symptom reduction, and 91% would recommend it to a friend.
After losing a beloved advocate to motor neurone disease, an Australian couple just made one of the largest charitable donations in the country's history. Quentin and Kylie Birt pledged $40 million to Fight MND, turning grief into hope for thousands of families facing the devastating illness. #
Queensland construction magnates pledged nearly $50 million to motor neurone disease research after witnessing tens of thousands rally at Melbourne's iconic charity event. Their generosity quadrupled after seeing the lasting impact of founder Neale Daniher and newly diagnosed NRL star Jai Arrow.
General Motors is using AI to slash engineering testing from overnight processes to under a minute. The breakthrough is transforming how America's largest automaker designs safer, better vehicles.
A retired two-star general who lost his command to a mental health crisis has rebuilt his life and now helps others navigate serious mental illness. Major General Gregg Martin turned his bipolar diagnosis into a mission to end stigma and promote recovery.
A Brisbane couple inspired by AFL legend Neale Daniher donated $40 million to motor neuron disease research, built from a business that started with one wheelbarrow and a Ford Falcon. Their gift represents one of Australia's largest charitable donations this year.
Electric vehicle owners can now ditch the charging app chaos. General Motors just integrated over 5,000 fast chargers into its own apps, making road trips easier for thousands of drivers.
The most affordable electric car in America is making a comeback at just $28,995, giving budget-conscious drivers a second chance at EV ownership. General Motors is reviving the beloved Chevy Bolt for 2027, but only for a limited 18-month production run.
General Motors just powered all its U.S. facilities with 100% renewable electricity, beating its original 2050 goal by 25 years. The historic shift is creating jobs, stabilizing energy costs, and proving that going green can drive economic growth.
A California company just raised $11 million to manufacture the motors that power drones and robots right here in America. For decades, nearly every robotic motor came from China, but Westmag is changing that with a new factory already filling orders for hundreds of thousands of units.
General Motors is turning 100 retired electric vehicle batteries into a massive storage system that will cut electricity costs by over $3 million at its Michigan factory. It's the first automaker to partner with battery recycler Redwood Materials across every stage of a battery's life, from factory scraps to second-life power.
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