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Trump Pardons 9 Mechanics in Right-to-Repair Push
Community Heroes•Jul 4

Trump Pardons 9 Mechanics in Right-to-Repair Push

President Trump granted full pardons to nine mechanics who faced federal prosecution for fixing vehicle emissions systems. The move aligns with his broader effort to protect Americans' right to repair their own cars.

Fox News Politics•2 min read
Repair Shop Saves $1,200 GPU After Girlfriend Smashed It
Videos•Feb 8

Repair Shop Saves $1,200 GPU After Girlfriend Smashed It

A Chinese repair technician rescued a destroyed graphics card worth over $1,000 by transplanting its chip onto a new circuit board. The card was physically smashed but now works perfectly again.

Google News - Technology•2 min read
EU Makes Manufacturers Repair Your Broken Gadgets
Solutions•Sep 9

EU Makes Manufacturers Repair Your Broken Gadgets

Starting this summer, all 27 EU countries now require manufacturers to repair electronics instead of forcing consumers to buy new ones. The new Right to Repair law tackles 35 million tons of annual waste from broken appliances.

Euronews•3 min read
Apple's $499 MacBook Neo Is Most Repairable in a Decade
Innovation•Mar 16

Apple's $499 MacBook Neo Is Most Repairable in a Decade

Apple just released its most repair-friendly laptop since 2014, making it easier for students and schools to fix broken devices themselves. The $499 MacBook Neo uses screws instead of glue, though repair experts say there's still room for improvement.

The Hindu•2 min read
John Deere Launches Self-Repair Software for Farmers
Solutions•Sep 11

John Deere Launches Self-Repair Software for Farmers

After years of repair battles, John Deere released software that lets farmers fix their own tractors. The tool connects to machines and guides owners through repairs, though some farmers remain skeptical.

Wired•2 min read
Colorado Blocks Big Tech's Attempt to Weaken Repair Law
Solutions•Apr 30

Colorado Blocks Big Tech's Attempt to Weaken Repair Law

Colorado lawmakers just voted down a tech industry-backed bill that would have gutted the state's landmark right-to-repair protections. After a marathon hearing filled with testimony from repair advocates, small businesses, and everyday citizens, the House committee killed the proposal 7-4.

Ars Technica•3 min read
CATL Robot Centers Cut EV Battery Repair to 72 Hours
Innovation•Aug 23

CATL Robot Centers Cut EV Battery Repair to 72 Hours

The world's largest battery maker is launching robotic repair hubs that can fix damaged electric vehicle batteries in three days instead of replacing them. The service could slash repair costs from $15,000 to under $1,500.

Google News - Electric Vehicle•2 min read
John Deere Pays $99M, Opens Repairs to 200,000 Farmers
Solutions•Apr 9

John Deere Pays $99M, Opens Repairs to 200,000 Farmers

After years of farmers fighting for the right to fix their own equipment, John Deere will pay $99 million and make repair tools widely available for the next decade. It's a major win for 200,000 farmers who can now repair tractors themselves instead of waiting weeks for approved dealerships.

Wired•3 min read
Fairphone Brings Ultra-Repairable Smartphone to US
Solutions•Aug 22

Fairphone Brings Ultra-Repairable Smartphone to US

For the first time ever, Americans can buy a smartphone designed to last a decade instead of ending up in a landfill. Three major tech companies just launched gadgets with user-replaceable batteries and parts, making "right to repair" finally feel real.

The Verge•2 min read
Scientists Link DNA Repair to Longer, Healthier Lives
Health & Wellness•Sep 2

Scientists Link DNA Repair to Longer, Healthier Lives

New research shows that fixing damaged DNA might be the key to living healthier for longer. Scientists are exploring whether boosting our body's natural repair systems could slow down aging itself.

Nature News•3 min read
Google Pixel Beats Apple and Samsung in Repair Rankings
Innovation•Apr 9

Google Pixel Beats Apple and Samsung in Repair Rankings

Google Pixel smartphones just scored higher marks for repairability than both Apple iPhones and Samsung Galaxy devices, though there's still room for improvement across the board. A new consumer advocacy report reveals which phone makers are making it easier for you to fix your device.

Google News - Technology•2 min read
Melatonin Boosts DNA Repair in Night Shift Workers
Health & Wellness•May 30

Melatonin Boosts DNA Repair in Night Shift Workers

A new study shows melatonin supplements help night shift workers repair DNA damage by 80% during sleep. The discovery could offer a simple way to protect millions who work overnight from long-term health risks.

Google News - Scientists Discover•3 min read
Springfield Fix-It Fair Repairs 40+ Items for Families
Acts of Kindness•Jan 18

Springfield Fix-It Fair Repairs 40+ Items for Families

Volunteers at a Missouri library helped families save money by mending clothes, shoes, and appliances instead of buying new ones. The free event combined budget relief with environmental care, showing how repair skills can stretch dollars and reduce waste.

Google: volunteers help•2 min read
SpaceX Launches First Robotic Satellite Repair Mission
Innovation•Jul 22

SpaceX Launches First Robotic Satellite Repair Mission

A SpaceX rocket just carried the first spacecraft with robotic arms designed to repair and extend the lives of satellites 22,000 miles above Earth. The mission could save billions by fixing satellites instead of replacing them.

Google News - Science•3 min read
John Deere Pays Farmers $99M in Right-to-Repair Win
Solutions•Apr 10

John Deere Pays Farmers $99M in Right-to-Repair Win

Farmers just won a major victory in their fight to fix their own equipment. John Deere will pay $99 million and provide repair access for the next decade.

The Verge•2 min read
385 Youth Volunteers Head to Wisconsin for Home Repairs
Acts of Kindness•Jan 19

385 Youth Volunteers Head to Wisconsin for Home Repairs

Nearly 400 young volunteers will spend a week in Marathon County this July, fixing homes for 60 families who need help maintaining their properties. The massive service project targets seniors and others who can no longer handle critical repairs on their own.

Google: volunteers help•2 min read
Longevity Gene' Boosts Brain's DNA Repair Against Alzheimer's
Health & Wellness•May 19

Longevity Gene' Boosts Brain's DNA Repair Against Alzheimer's

Scientists discovered why people with the APOE2 gene live longer and rarely get Alzheimer's: their brain cells are better at repairing DNA damage. The breakthrough could lead to new treatments that protect everyone's brain, especially those at higher risk.

Fox News Health•2 min read
Chicago's 6 Free Repair Cafés Fix Your Broken Items
Solutions•Jul 9

Chicago's 6 Free Repair Cafés Fix Your Broken Items

Volunteers across Chicagoland are helping residents fix broken electronics, appliances, and clothes for free at repair cafés. These community spaces save people money while keeping perfectly good items out of landfills.

Google: volunteers help•2 min read
FTC Settlement Gives Farmers Right to Repair John Deere
Solutions•Jul 9

FTC Settlement Gives Farmers Right to Repair John Deere

Farmers can now fix their own John Deere equipment without paying premium prices to authorized dealers. A new 10-year settlement requires the tractor giant to share repair tools and software with equipment owners and independent mechanics.

Engadget•2 min read
Cells Self-Repair During Division, UCSF Scientists Find
Innovation•Jan 28

Cells Self-Repair During Division, UCSF Scientists Find

Scientists at UC San Francisco discovered that cells can repair themselves while dividing, replacing weak protein links with stronger ones to prevent cancer-causing errors. This breakthrough reveals how our bodies safely complete millions of cell divisions every second.

Google News - Scientists Discover•2 min read

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