Vast underground ocean of water found on Mars

[New Atlas logo]( Space [Vast underground ocean of water found on Mars]( [Mars lost most of its surface water billions of years ago]( The good news is that there's a vast ocean of water under the surface of Mars – enough to cover the entire planet to a depth of a mile (1.6 km). The bad news is that this repository is so deep and unreachable that it might as well be in another galaxy. [Read more]( Special Promotion for New Atlas Readers [Gear up for nighttime adventures with these night vision binoculars]( Enhance your outdoor adventures with clear night vision, whether you're a hunter, fisherman, camper, or photographer. Traditional binoculars fall short in low light, but Digital Night Vision Binoculars are a reliable solution for nighttime clarity. [Read more]( Energy [Spaceship tech slashes energy usage of existing AC systems]( [The Helix Micra system can be retrofitted to existing commercial AC systems]( Helix Earth Technologies has repurposed a technology originally developed to filter air on spacecraft to develop a system that can be retrofitted to existing commercial air conditioning units and slash their energy usage. [Read more]( Automotive [Slick, versatile mini-camper van out-flexes new Volkswagen California]( [The Citroën Holidays table can be used on the inside or outside of the kitchen block, or out of the van all together with the removal of the kitchen]( VW's California remains the global vanlife icon, but other pop-top mini-camper vans provide a similar, even superior, experience. The Citroën Holidays becomes the latest, boasting conveniences like a removable kitchen and portable toilet. [Read more]( Bicycles [Pedal-by-wire cargo cycle hauls 1,000 pounds like a mini HD truck]( [The Dynamic Drives Intelectra: Part electric quad-cycle, part pickup truck, and part heavy duty go-cart]( Looking like a cross between a pedaled dump truck and modern motor carriage, the new Intelectra is a muscular e-cargo mover for cities. It carries just under 1,000 lb of payload and operates via a low-maintenance electronic pedaling system. [Read more]( Space [SpaceX mission will send first astronauts over the poles]( [Fram2 will be the first crewed space mission to orbit over the poles]( Not content with sending tourists into space as a general destination, SpaceX plans by the end of the year to send a private space expedition, called Fram2, aboard a Dragon spacecraft on the first crewed mission to travel over the Earth's poles. [Read more]( Medical [Water-powered "electric bandage" sticks it to slow-healing wounds]( [The WPED bandage could be used to treat diabetic skin ulcers, which can lead to amputations or even death if left unhealed]( For some time now, scientists have known that electrical stimulation speeds the healing of chronic wounds. A thin, flexible, inexpensive new bandage delivers that healing current right to the wound site, and it's activated simply by adding water. [Read more]( Technology [Smart astro-camerascope brings the cosmos into sharp focus]( [The Finder TW2 can capture the cosmos in 48-megapixel photos or 4K video, with AI onboard to help keep things sharp]( Stargazing can be a complicated and expensive business, but the folks at Beaverlab are looking to make things a little easier and cheaper with the Finder TW2 – a beginner-friendly telescope that's billed as the world's first AI-powered planetary camera. [Read more]( Architecture [World's largest 3D-printed neighborhood nears completion in USA]( [Wolf Ranch consists of 100 cutting-edge 3D-printed homes]( An architectural revolution is quietly taking place in the American suburbs. In Texas, a collection of high-tech robotic builders have been busily constructing the largest 3D-printed neighborhood in the world and it's now nearing completion. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [Low level of common nutrient linked to disease-causing DNA damage]( [Nuts, seeds, dark leafy greens, and dark chocolate are all good dietary sources of magnesium]( If you're getting plenty of leafy greens, dark chocolate, nuts, and beans, you're probably doing fine. But if your diet is lacking, you might want to pay attention to this new eye-opening study that links a mineral deficiency issue to DNA changes. [Read more]( Health & Wellbeing [Americans live 4 to 5 years less than their Australian peers]( [Life expectancy in Australia is highest among six high-income English-speaking countries, including the UK and the US]( When it comes to life expectancy in high-income English-speaking countries, a new study has found that America has sat in last place since 2001. Australia remains the best performer and, the researchers say, should serve as a model for how the US can do better. [Read more]( Photography [Winning images showcase intersection of science and art – and you can vote]( [This vibrant image, "Grand Canyon," showing a cross-section of the intestine of a mouse, was an entrant in the Centenary Institute's 'When Art Meets Science' competition]( The Centenary Institute has announced the winner of its When Art Meets Science competition, showcasing the intersection between ground-breaking medical research and stunning images. But you can cast your vote for the best image in the People’s Choice Awards. [Read more]( Science [Gauze from first aid kits can be used to ID human-attacking sharks]( [Although great whites get all the glory, 22 different shark species are suspected of biting people in Australia alone]( In the event of a shark attack, it's very important to determine which shark species was responsible. A new study indicates that readily available medical gauze can be used by first responders to obtain that information. [Read more]( Home Entertainment [700-watt wireless music system blasts tunes through 14 speakers]( [The Evo One features 14 speakers driven by a 700-W Class D amplifier within its tasty 26.6 x 5.1 x 11.4-inch housing for the promise of room-filling streamed audio]( The vast majority of today's consumed music is served up by streaming platforms, leaving traditional hi-fi setups struggling to stay relevant. Cambridge Audio has launched a multi-driver all-in-one music streamer that can also play nice with legacy gear. [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