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Russia's Ministry of Health is drawing attention through a series of updates from regional facilities and medical schools. Surgeons at Regional Hospital No. 2 in Chelyabinsk removed a giant tumour together with a patient's uterus, students of Krasnoyarsk Medical University won bronze at an IT hackathon in Moscow, Sechenov University showcased a digital ecosystem for doctors and an aseptic 3D printer, and new first-aid training simulators appeared at a polyclinic in Nyagan.

Dutch designer Christien Meindertsma has been awarded the first Paul Deiters Prize, de Volkskrant reports. The Utrecht-based designer, known for working with natural materials, was recognised for work including wool made in a 3D printer and a chair made from flax. The prize honours her innovative approach to sustainable materials and craftsmanship.

Formlabs has introduced the Form Studio 1, a $699 desktop-sized 3D printer aimed at everyday users rather than professionals. Coverage notes it fits on a standard desk and is more approachable than the company's usual high-end resin machines, with reviewers commenting it is surprisingly low on odor, a common complaint with resin printing. The launch signals Formlabs' push into the consumer market.

Off Register is holding its third annual art book and print fair, an event dedicated to artists' books, independent publishing, and printed works. The fair brings together publishers, printers, and artists showcasing limited editions and print-based art, continuing what has become a yearly gathering for the region's book arts community, according to the Santa Barbara Independent.

A newly unveiled robot can walk immediately after being 3D-printed, requiring no assembly after printing is complete. The development points to a method of printing complete functional robots in one process rather than building them from separate parts. Details about who developed the robot and how it works are limited so far, but the demonstration is drawing attention in robotics circles as a notable step for rapid, single-step robot manufacturing.

Construction tech startup Icon has raised $200 million to scale up its fleet of 3D printing robots used to build homes. The Austin-based company is known for using large-scale robotic printers to construct housing faster and more cheaply than traditional methods, and the new funding will support expansion of its manufacturing capacity.

Canon is offering promotional discounts of an extra 10% to 30% through coupon codes this October 2026, with savings of up to $1,600 on cameras, printers, and other products. Shoppers browsing for deals on photography and printing gear are being drawn to the promotion, which runs alongside ongoing discount seasons.

Journeys in Film has released a printer-friendly discussion guide to help educators teach Indigenous history and cultures in the classroom. The organization says its film-based resources support lessons in social studies, history, English language arts, science and other subjects, aiming to deepen student understanding and classroom discussion. Teachers looking for engaging materials on Indigenous topics are being encouraged to use the free guides.

A maker known as Camperend has added a set of free STL files to its Printables page, offering 3D-printable drawing stencils with camping themes. The templates feature campervans, caravans and tents, letting people create camping-inspired artwork. The files can be downloaded and printed by anyone with a 3D printer, and the release is being shared in camping and maker circles.

3D printer maker Bambu Lab has launched a Halloween sale cutting prices by up to 30% across its printer range, alongside bulk discounts on filament rolls. The promotion is being shared among maker and tech communities, with buyers urged to take advantage before the seasonal deal ends.

Shoppers across China packed retail stores during the National Day holiday to try out AI-powered products, including companion robots, AI glasses and 3D printers. AI-enabled devices are moving from novelty to mass adoption, with smart appliance sales up 40 percent year-on-year and more than 90 million devices now running AI features, reflecting fast-growing consumer demand.

A hobbyist has 3D printed a tool holder for a 3D printer, redesigning a part originally modelled years ago in SolidWorks. Needing a modified version, they rebuilt the model in FreeCAD, calling it an easy job for the open-source CAD software. The post is drawing small attention from the 3D printing and DIY community, with some praise for FreeCAD as a free alternative to commercial design tools.

Loretta Gorrell's book 'I Heard That' was featured at the outdoor Printers Row book festival in Chicago. The event, a long-running gathering for readers and writers, showcased the title among this year's presentations. The announcement has drawn attention to Gorrell's work, though details about the book's reception at the festival or broader public reaction are not yet available.

A playful short story titled "If You Give a Skeleton a 3D Printer" is drawing attention online. The tale riffs on the classic children's book "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie," imagining a skeleton causing escalating chaos after getting access to a 3D printer. Readers are sharing it as lighthearted, geeky fun, with nods to fans of actress Gwendoline Christie and quirky Halloween-season humor.

Cam Quilici says Nvidia's upcoming Vera Rubin platform delivers roughly three times the serving performance gains, which he argues makes running open-source AI inference highly profitable, calling it a "money printer". The claim is drawing attention in AI infrastructure circles as developers weigh the economics of serving open models on next-generation Nvidia hardware.

A maker has built a trailer hitch cover shaped like NASA's classic 'meatball' insignia, produced on a 3D printer and finished with hand painting. They shared the result with fellow enthusiasts, noting uncertainty about how well it will hold up outdoors. The project has drawn attention in DIY and maker circles as a fun example of home 3D printing for customized car accessories.

The University of Arkansas is highlighting a project called Discover RED: From Printer to Plate, which examines how food can move from a 3D printer to the dinner plate. The initiative, covered by the university's news office, points to growing interest in printed food technology and its potential uses in nutrition and dining.

3D printers are increasingly seen as a way to open up advanced research to more laboratories and universities. By producing custom laboratory equipment and experimental components cheaply on site, research groups can reduce costs and dependence on specialised suppliers, making sophisticated experiments feasible for institutions with smaller budgets.