Dual-lounge VW camper opens up most relaxing van camping of the summer

[New Atlas logo]( Automotive [Dual-lounge VW camper opens up most relaxing van camping of the summer]( [The Hobby Maxia 680 DT made its debut at CMT in January 2024 (exclusions do apply: massive rooftop display not included with purchase)]( Hobby took Volkswagen camper van life to new levels of comfort and style when it debuted the Maxia Van in 2022. This year, it's introduced a new floor plan with front and rear lounges that offer loads of space for onboard relaxation. [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [During Deal Days, get Visio 2021 for $20 and streamline your workflow]( Wading through complex processes and data can feel overwhelming. Information gets lost, bottlenecks appear, and frustration levels spike. Enter MS Visio, a tool that can transform this tangled mess into a clear, collaborative roadmap. [Read more]( Energy [New hybrid perovskite solar cell boasts long life and high efficiency]( [Scientists in China have developed a new perovskite solar cell that's stable in the elements, with a high efficiency]( Perovskite materials are poised to take on the reigning champion of solar, silicon, but their stability is holding them back. Now, scientists in China have developed a new type of hybrid perovskite that boasts a very good efficiency over a long life. [Read more]( Space [How to watch the maiden flight of the Ariane 6 heavy lift rocket]( [Artist's concept of Ariane 6 lifting off]( Europe will be back in the heavy lift rocket business on July 9, 2024 when the Ariane 6 lifts off on its maiden flight carrying almost a dozen satellites and experiments. The launch window at Kourou, French Guiana opens at 2:00 pm EDT. Here's how to watch. [Read more]( Photography [Fascinating photographs highlight the beauty found in daily life]( [Weimin Chu won the Landscape category with Tibetan Landscape from the Train Window]( The six winners of the Hasselblad Masters 2023 photography competition highlight the extraordinary beauty that can be found in every day life, from humble homes to train journeys, and even small insects posing for close-ups. [Read more]( Technology [Watch: The morbid, mesmerizing beauty of AI gymnastics]( [We tried to get a 'good' image, but then realized what we were working with]( With AI advancements landing at lightning speed, it can feel like we're all stuck on a dizzying ride that we can't pause to take a breather. So, on days like this, it's worth remembering that, much like humans, there are some hilarious underachievers. [Read more]( Tiny Houses [Solar-powered micro house doesn't skimp on home comforts]( [The Cosmic One version shown is the Studio model and measures just 380 sq ft (35.3 sq m)]( The Cosmic One is a prefabricated micro house that can serve as an accessory dwelling unit, a tiny house, or even a family home. It receives power from solar panels and features a compact interior that doesn't skimp on the home comforts. [Read more]( Automotive [1,000-kW NASCAR prototype explores electric motorsport future]( [The ABB NASCAR EV prototype debuted ahead of the Chicago Street Race on July 6]( The National Association for Stock Car Racing and Swiss multinational ABB have partnered to "push the boundaries of electrification" in the sport and beyond. The first fruit was revealed at the Chicago Street Race – a 1,000-kW EV prototype racer. [Read more]( Biology [US leads the world in shark attacks, which are happening more often]( [Ocean enemy number one: The great white shark (Carcharodon carcharias)]( While you're more likely to win the lottery than become a tasty snack for a great white, shark attacks have long been a real fear for beachgoers. While attacks and fatalities look to be on the rise, scientists are yet to pinpoint exactly why. [Read more]( Medical [Talc "probably" causes cancer, WHO agency finds]( [Mineral powder talc has been widely used in cosmetics and as 'baby powder']( The World Health Organization's cancer research agency has delivered a damning report on the soft mineral talc, calling it "probably" carcinogenic to humans, in particular powders that have been contaminated with asbestos during the mining process. [Read more]( Technology [ChatGPT is funnier than humans (and it’s no joke for professional writers)]( [A new study reveals who's funnier, humans or AI?]( Who’s funnier, AI or humans? A new study found that we find ChatGPT-generated comedy funnier than, or as funny as, comedy written by humans, including professional writers. The findings suggest that AI is no laughing matter for the entertainment industry. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [‘Ozempic drugs’ reduce obesity-associated cancer risk by up to 65%]( [The GLP-1RA class of drugs, which includes Ozempic, reduces the risk of 10 out of 13 obesity-associated cancers]( The popular class of antidiabetic and weight loss drugs known as GLP-1RAs, which includes Ozempic and Wegovy, has been found to significantly reduce the risk of 10 out of 13 obesity-associated cancers in type 2 diabetics, according to new research. [Read more]( You are receiving this email because you signed up for our daily newsletter at [newatlas.com]( (or [gizmag.com]( before August 2016). [Update profile]( | [Unsubscribe]( Copyright New Atlas © 2022