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Tech prices are skyrocketing due to AI-driven chip shortages, but a growing repair movement is helping people keep devices running longer. From Oregon's parts pairing ban to EU battery rules, everyday tinkerers are reclaiming control over their gadgets.
From torn heirloom saris to broken appliances, Chennai residents are choosing repair over replacement. Three local initiatives are teaching people that fixing things isn't just sustainable—it's a way to preserve memories and skills.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
South Korea just became the first country to certify 3D printing technology for repairing damaged metal parts on ships and military equipment. Instead of replacing entire components, this breakthrough lets crews restore just the broken sections, saving time and money.
South Korea just became the first nation to certify 3D printing technology that can repair damaged metal parts on ships and military equipment, instead of replacing entire components. The breakthrough could save massive costs and extend the life of hard-to-replace parts.
More than 200 young volunteers are trading summer vacation for hammers and paintbrushes this week in Huntington, West Virginia. They're repairing 17 homes at no cost to families who need help most.
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