A Robot-Run Hotel Opens in Japan

While other hotels boast about their abundant amenities, prime location and luxurious rooms, Japan’s Henn-na hotel stakes its claim as a leader in efficiency. The recently opened hotel in Huis Ten Bosch—a Dutch-inspired theme-park located in Nagasaki—aims to reduce electricity usage and waste through eight core design concepts. This includes motion-sensing lights, a cutting-edge “radiant panel” air conditioning system and a staff of friendly robots. …

Weed Breathalyzers in the Works

A company called Cannabix Technologies is developing a weed breathalyzer to keep up with the increased legalization of marijuana—and drivers that may be too stoned to drive. Current prototypes can detect Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)—the cannabinoid that provides a high—up to two hours after consumption. Right now, the device is only set to report a “Yes” or “No” to the presence of the drug, but as states …

Hanging Dildos Invade Portland

Portlanders have put their own spin on shoe-tossing by swapping out the sneakers for dildos. Hundreds of hanging phalluses have been spotted dangling from powerlines in its northern region, with more popping up each day. Redditors attribute the abundance of the plastic penises to a generous man who has access to a shipping container full of them, while others believe they may be the result …