DESIGN

Feb 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Tiny Pores, Big Power: Building Better Flow Battery Membranes

Renewable energy needs a way to store power that is cheap, safe and long‑lasting. Redox flow batteries can do this because they separate the amount of power from the amount of energy stored. They also last many cycles and are inherently safe. The key to a good flow battery is its membrane. The m

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Feb 18 2026TECHNOLOGY

Redesign of a Shipyard Office Turns Space into Collaboration

The new office for Imabari Shipbuilding’s Marugame site was finished in 2025. It covers 8, 489 square metres and is located on a former industrial plot that once stretched over 0. 88 km². Architects Yano Toshihiro and Eriko Aoyama, working with designer Rin Nishikawa, saw a chance to bring together

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Feb 18 2026SCIENCE

Breaking Down the Science: How We Can Tackle Microplastics Better

Microplastics are tiny plastic pieces that are causing big problems in our environment. Scientists are working hard to find ways to break them down using a process called photocatalytic degradation. However, there is a big issue. There are no standard ways to test and compare these methods. This mak

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Feb 17 2026HEALTH

Urban Trauma Center Tries New Care Approach

A big city hospital tested a new way to help patients who have been hurt or scared. The plan is called Trauma‑Informed Care, or TIC for short. It says staff should treat everyone with care and avoid making them feel unsafe again. The hospital had a pilot program. They taught doctors, nurse

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Feb 12 2026BUSINESS

Office Come‑Back: Turning Work Days into Welcoming Spaces

Many companies want people to return to the office, but employees often prefer staying home. To change that trend, some leaders are turning offices into places that feel more like a friendly hotel than a grind. They borrow ideas from hospitality, where guests are welcomed and kept happy so they keep

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Feb 12 2026SCIENCE

Building Smarter: How Designers Can Harness Wind for Greener Architecture

In the fight against climate change, architects are looking for ways to make buildings more eco-friendly. One big challenge is figuring out how wind affects buildings early in the design process. Most tools for this job are used late in the game, but small changes early on can make a huge difference

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Feb 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Dark Adventures With a New Twist

The game takes you into a spooky world that feels like a darker version of a classic horror adventure. It shows how the makers learned from their earlier titles and pushed the scary feel further. The story follows a brother and sister who must rescue friends while staying alive together. The play s

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Feb 11 2026TECHNOLOGY

Motorola’s New Edge 70 Fusion: Style, Power and Durability in One Phone

Motorola’s newest model promises a blend of sleek design and robust performance. The phone arrives in five distinctive Pantone hues—Orient Blue, Sporting Green, Blue Surf, Country Air and Silhouette—that showcase a textured nylon‑and‑linen back instead of glass. This material choice adds grip and al

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Feb 08 2026LIFESTYLE

Canggu’s New Mixed‑Use Hub Combines Food, Fashion and Culture

The project called LUC Lifestyle aims to become a lively spot where people can eat, shop for clothes and perfume, visit a dental clinic, and see local Balinese art all in one place. Its planners wanted the design to feel modern yet still show respect for the island’s heritage. They chose a sty

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Jan 29 2026TECHNOLOGY

A Fresh Face Joins Apple's Design Crew

Sebastiaan de With, a familiar name in the world of iPhone photography, has made a big move. He's now part of Apple's Human Interface Design team. This isn't his first time at Apple. He used to work on projects like iCloud, MobileMe, and the Find My app. But he's also worked with other big names lik

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