Stu Robarts

The stretch of thousands of holes earned the site its name, Mont Sierpe ("serpent mountain")

Environment

5,200 holes carved into a Peruvian mountain left by an ancient economy

For nearly a century, a strange band of 5,200 holes carved into a hillside has defied explanation. Stretching for nearly a mile along the edge of the Pisco Valley, Monte Serpe – "serpent mountain" – may have finally revealed its secrets to scientists.

Toyota has teased a pickup truck platform that could be far more versatile than a Tacoma or Hilux

Automotive

Toyota's tiny, barebones IKEA pickup could be its most versatile ever

One of the most interesting concepts revealed at this year's Japan Mobility Show was also one of the simplest. The barebones Toyota IMV Origin concept is potentially one of the most versatile vehicles Toyota (or any automaker) has ever built.

The JEC Tower, by AS+GG, is the next world's tallest skyscraper and is due to be completed in 2028

Architecture

World's new tallest building nears major construction milestone

Construction on the new world's tallest skyscraper is rapidly approaching a major milestone. Saudi Arabia's JEC Tower is racing towards 100 floors, making it another step closer to achieving its projected 2028 completion date.