South Korea’s K3 tank concept goes electric, and yes, it wants to sneak up on you
South Korea’s K3 is a next-generation main battle tank concept, developed with Hyundai Rotem as a potential successor to the K2 Black Panther. It ditches the traditional tank layout and uses a hydrogen fuel cell with a hybrid-electric drive to move quieter, cut signatures, and stay agile in Korea’s mountainous and urban terrain.
Biodegradable “artificial synapse” uses shells, beans, and plant fibers to cut e-waste
A UNIST-affiliated research team reports in Nature Communications an energy-efficient artificial synapse made entirely from biodegradable, nature-derived materials like shells, beans, and plant fibers. The device shows record memory performance and could make neuromorphic computing more sustainable while reducing electronic waste and energy use.
Philadelphia region gets flooded roads, because weather loves a traffic jam
Heavy rain Friday morning left standing water on interstates and local roads across the Philadelphia region, causing flooding and ongoing traffic delays.
Rocky the shelter dog, stubbornly refusing to quit, unlike some politicians
“Shelter Me” introduces Rocky at the Pennsylvania SPCA, a resilient survivor whose determination echoes his famous namesake.
China sentences 27 for antimony smuggling as export controls tighten
A Chinese court sentenced 27 people for smuggling 166 tons of antimony ingots out of the country, highlighting tougher enforcement of Beijing’s export controls on dual-use minerals. Authorities say the group used falsified customs declarations and overseas partners. The alleged ringleader received 12 years in prison and a 1 million yuan fine.
Diabetes screening at Oklahoma City’s Mexican Consulate highlights gaps in care
A monthly health fair at the Mexican Consulate in Oklahoma City offers free screenings—BMI, blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose—to catch type 2 diabetes early, focusing on why Latino communities can be especially vulnerable. Organizers cite language barriers, limited time, and transportation hurdles that can delay diagnosis and treatment. Physician Carmen Romo warns official data likely undercounts prevalence, notes more cases in younger people (including children), and says most visitors screened showed signs of diabetes or prediabetes.
Perovskite–silicon tandem solar cells get a durability upgrade via vapor deposition
NUS researchers report a vapor-deposition method that delivers unprecedented durability for perovskite–silicon tandem solar cells, with major improvements in long-term performance and high-temperature stability. The results were published in Science.
Disney+ and Hulu build a giant gingerbread “Home Alone” house, capitalism meets frosting
Disney+ and Hulu unveiled what they call the world’s largest gingerbread house, designed to resemble the “Home Alone” film set, marking the movie’s 35th anniversary.
Obama’s favorite books of 2025 arrive, Trump’s list remains a mystery
Barack Obama shared his favorite books of 2025, including Beth Macy’s “Paper Girl,” Susan Choi’s “Flashlight,” Jill Lepore’s “We the People,” plus works by Andrew Ross Sorkin, Kiran Desai, Zadie Smith, Ian McEwan, and “The Look” by Michelle Obama. No list has been released for Donald Trump.
2026 price outlook, groceries and gas may ease, electricity still looks grim
Some households may see relief on certain everyday costs in 2026, but electricity bills are expected to remain a problem.
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