Welcome to our weekly wrap of the best stories to grace the pages of New Atlas over the last seven days. Sit back, relax and enjoy the Weekend Edition.
Scientists have discovered the single largest repository of gold in the world that makes Fort Knox look like a piggy bank. Making up 99.999% of all the precious metal on the planet, it's just sitting there for the taking. However, there is a catch. Read more
We could be on the verge of a major cancer breakthrough, with a new nanoparticle-based vaccine reportedly obliterating pancreatic cancer cells in preclinical trials. This success now takes it a step closer to a first-of-its-kind human trial. Read more
Best known for big luxury motorhomes, Tiffin has been branching out into a more adventurous realm. This year it grows that "Adventure" lineup with the all-new Open Trail Class B+ all-terrain camper bus, a compelling super-sized camper van. Read more
The race is on to create the smallest, lightest ebike drive. An innovative, new contender, the Magnetic Gear Motor from Star Union swaps out physical gears in favor of a magnetic gear system that compacts the core while cutting friction. Read more
Let's be honest, some people just like things that look like guns. As a result, we've seen revolver-inspired bike lights, camera bags and smartphone lenses. Now it's time to meet the mean-looking Ti-Spin MultiKit screwdriver/utility knife multitool. Read more
A breakthrough treatment has allowed damaged retinal cells to regenerate themselves. The current research has been conducted on mice, but the pathways are the same in humans, which opens hope for a new way to treat certain kinds of blindness. Read more
Dubai is full of amazing skyscrapers, but a new project by Deyaar Development looks set to turn heads even there. Soaring to an ambitious height of 1,459 ft, the tower will contain luxurious residences, including a palace fit for an Arabian prince. Read more
Scientists at KIST have built a working electric motor with metal-free windings, replacing copper entirely. It's much lighter and could reshape the future of EVs, drones, and electric aircraft. Read more
Researchers have found a genetic link between the nighttime production of the sleep hormone melatonin and ADHD severity in children. The study enhances our understanding of the complexities associated with this prevalent neurodevelopmental condition. Read more
Having a Swiss Army knife is all fun and games until you find yourself wanting to see in the dark, start a fire, drink water straight from a stream, or heck, even charge your phone. Enter the Lifesaber. Read more
More than 20 years after the last commercial Concorde flight, President Trump has signed an executive order to repeal the ban on supersonic flight over land across the US. That paves the way for companies building the ultra-fast planes of the future. Read more
Consuming too much of the dominant fatty acid in olive oil may drive the production of fat cells, creating conditions that could lead to storing more fat long-term. Until now, weight gain has been largely attributed to the calorie content of such fats. Read more
A cargo ebike can be an attractive alternative to the family car when heading into town to pick up groceries. If you can't afford a couple of grand for infrequent use, shared mobility outfit Veo has launched the first dockless model in North America. Read more
No Soviet records, no logs or official drilling reports – just a 100-foot (30-m) deep, 226-foot (69-m) wide pit of relentless fire that's burned for 50-plus years in Turkmenistan's Karakum Desert called the Door to Hell. Read more
Nitecore's all-new flagship EDC37 launches an 8,000-lumen strategical attack on darkness from a slim, blade-like package that fits in the palm of the hand. The full power burst won't last long, but you will enjoy over 7 hours of four-figure lumens. Read more
Whichever way you cut it, an 18-ft-long tiny house isn't exactly palatial. However, thanks to some clever design choices, the Five Four does a good job of maximizing living space and even squeezes in two bedrooms. Read more
China is going full Jules Verne as it prepares to go where no drill has gone before. As part of its Deep Ocean Drilling Program, the special-built Meng Xiang (梦想号, "Dream") drill ship is gearing up for a multi-year effort to pierce the Earth's crust. Read more
From plane crashes to car smashes, this is a list with behind the scenes of some of cinema's greatest practical stunts. CGI can be fun, but launching a real train into a river is always better. Read more
Boo the Whippet was the first patient enrolled in a clinical trial of a life-extending drug for senior dogs. A milestone has been reached in the ongoing trial, with 10-year-old Miniature Dachshund Winston being the thousandth dog to enrol. Read more
After flying the first production ALIA CX300 electric aircraft last November, BETA Technologies has now zipped four passengers into the John F. Kennedy International Airport, marking a key development milestone. Read more
How do you improve upon a timeless design icon? By pulling a little inspiration from a master in an adjacent field. The Airstream Frank Lloyd Wright trailer is Silver Bullet outside but filled with an organic multipurpose interior inspired by Wright. Read more
Researchers have identified a previously unknown biological process that causes tissue damage in conditions where oxygen is low, such as heart attacks and strokes. The study suggests that bursting red blood cells, not blood clots, are the culprits. Read more
The TQ HPR50 electric motor drive has underpinned some of the lightest, most inconspicuous electric bikes out there. TQ takes the next step forward with the HPR60, which boosts power even higher while putting on only a fraction of a pound. Read more
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