The Week of July 3rd

2023

Let us begin…

Record Set

Bernhard Langer secured the U.S. Senior Open and captured his 46th Champions Tour victory. The 65 year-old German is the oldest player to capture the Championship and set the record for most wins on the Champions Tour.

Toyota’s Tech Breakthrough

Toyota announced a “technology breakthrough” that may halve the cost, size and weight of its solid-state batteries. The company believes it’ll be ready for mass-production by 2027 or 2028.

It’s Electric

The US Federal Aviation Administration awarded a “special airworthiness certificate” to Armada Model Zero, a prototype EV that can drive and fly to allow the first public flight demonstrations.

The automobile propels itself vertically into the air like a drone.

The Jetson’s rejoice. Here’s Dezeen with more. 

Escape Modernity

Find serenity with this 500-year old boutique stay nestled on an island off the coast of Spain.

The Lodge rests on a 157-hectare estate featuring almond and olive trees, lavender fields and 20km of hiking trails. The property excludes elegance and a respect for nature.

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