Moon dust Legos: A 'proof of concept' for future lunar habitats

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Space exploration toys are no stranger to astronauts, but now Lego is offering a glimpse into the future of lunar construction. The Danish company partnered with the European Space Agency (ESA) to create Lego bricks from actual meteorite dust! These limited-edition bricks, on display at Lego stores until September 20 (including the Manhattan flagship), are more than just a cool collectible.

This project is a "proof of concept" for using moondust to build structures on the Moon. Launching building materials from Earth is incredibly expensive. Imagine the cost savings and efficiency of using readily available lunar resources!

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Immerse yourself in Hyrule with the LEGO The Legend of Zelda Great Deku Tree 2-in-1 set

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This epic 2,500-piece LEGO set lets you build the Great Deku Tree as it appears in either The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time or The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Recreate iconic scenes with intricate details, including Link's House from Ocarina of Time and the Master Sword pedestal from Breath of the Wild.

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LEGO under fire for using AI-generated 'Ninjago' character images

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The use of artificial intelligence (AI) for creative purposes is a hot topic, and LEGO recently found itself in hot water over its use of AI-generated images on its website.

A now-removed LEGO Ninjago character quiz featured several AI-generated images of the characters (some of which were poorly done). This was evident in the way the hands were depicted.

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Capture the past with LEGO Creator Retro Camera 3-in-1 set

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LEGO induces our nostalgia with its newest 3-in-1 LEGO Creator set, a Retro Camera. This set lets you build a realistic camera with a moving lens, an opening back, and a colourful strap. You can even insert a brick-built film and add stickers to make your own photos. But that’s not all. This set also lets you transform the camera into a retro video camera or a retro TV with an antenna. How cool is that?

This 3-in-1 set is perfect for kids aged 8+ who love to explore different ways of playing and building or adults who just love these pieces of tech. With 261 pieces, you can create three awesome models that look great on display. Whether they want to snap some pictures, record some videos, or watch some shows, they will have a blast with this set. The LEGO Creator Retro Camera set will be available in January 2024 for US$19.99 (around CA$27).

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