Prepare for another scorching summer in the US
As we approach the end of May, it’s finally beginning to heat up — even in the colder regions of the United States. It’s a …
Lifestyle
The true story behind one of the Internet’s most famous memes
While some Internet memes have a tendency to burst onto the scene like an exploding star before fizzling out just as quickly, the meme of …
New FDA rules require nutrition labels to show how much sugar was added
Nutrition facts labeling will now contain a new category called “Added Sugars” that’s supposed to better portray reality, the government announced. That way, you’ll know exactly …
Ocean’s 100: Thieves steal $12.7 million from ATMs in just three hours
The Ocean’s 11 movies are spectacular stories about crazy heists that take lots of effort, careful planning and just a touch of skillful improvisation to pull off. But …
Courts use a ‘Minority Report’ crime prediction algorithm, and it’s incredibly racist
I was somewhat surprised to learn that courts use software to predict the likelihood of criminals reoffending. But I was far less surprised to learn …
Brilliantly simple dinner plate cuts 30 calories from your meal
Last year I wrote about how I lost 50 lbs in just three months. It certainly wasn’t easy, but I discussed the tools and methods I used …
5 free apps that will help you hack your finances
Saving money is difficult. There’s no other way to put it. Even people who live well within their means can never seem to save as …
Watch the world’s biggest plane land in Australia
Tens of thousands of Australians turned out to gawk as the world’s largest plane descended into Perth’s airport on Sunday. The hulking Antonov An-225 cargo …
This is why flying is so expensive
Have you ever wondered why it costs so much to fly? With summer approaching, you’re probably checking travel sites on a daily basis in order …
The hottest new product in China is bottled air
Yes, it sounds like a terrible joke, but it’s a real business. People in China are paying for fresh air bottled in a different country and having …
Walmart takes on Amazon Prime with new two-day shipping program
One of the advantages Amazon has over its competitors is the Amazon Prime service. Among the many perks Amazon Prime has to offer is speedy …
The real reason Walmart is suing Visa
The US is rolling out chip-enabled credit cards nationwide, but the more fraud-resistant technology still relies on people using signatures. That’s a dumb security measure — …
Livestreamed suicide shows the dark side of Periscope
Police are investigating the death of a 19-year-old woman in Arpajon, France, who appears to have thrown herself in front of a train while livestreaming on …
Unsurprisingly, Reddit is a hotbed of drugs discussion
Reddit is famous for harboring some less-than-legal communities. Given the anonymity the site affords its users, it’s also not surprising to hear that people talk …
5 private details Facebook asks for that you shouldn’t share
Like Google, Facebook’s business is built around a simple design. It offers services to users for free, but those users are not Facebook’s customers. Instead, …
PSA: Upgrade to Windows 10 now for free, or pay $119 to upgrade after July 29th
If you’ve been waiting until the last possible moment to decide whether or not you want to upgrade to Windows 10, that last possible moment …
Every ‘Star Wars’ fan will love this epic Lego Imperial Star Destroyer
Happy May the 4th, Star Wars fans! May the 4th is almost over but you still have time to check out this awesome Star Destroyer that’s …
These colorized renderings of historic black-and-white photographs will blow your mind
I’ve always thought that one of the more interesting things about HD video and modern day photography is that it has become impossible to distinguish …
This threatening WiFi hotspot name was scary enough to ground a plane
Getting online at an airport is often a far bigger hassle than it has any right to be. There are typically dozens of hotspots that …
Heart pounding first-person video takes you skydiving with Navy SEALs
Have you ever wondered what it might be like to be a member of the Navy SEALs Leap Frogs jump team as they leap from an airplane …
Whatever you do, don’t look down
People can definitely hurt themselves while riding around on the trendy little “hoverboards” you see everywhere these days, but we doubt anyone would consider them …
FBI arrests three suspects with connections to San Bernardino shooters
A spokeswoman for the FBI told Reuters on Thursday that three new warrants have been served in Corona and Ontario, California in relation to the mass shooting …
How Snapchat and stupidity almost left five people dead
Snapchat’s speed filter is an awful, awful idea. For those unaware, it’s a feature of the popular messaging app Snapchat that uses sensors in a …
That time a Windows 10 update alert ruined a live TV broadcast
How annoyed do you get each and every time a little alert pops up on your Windows computer insisting that you install the latest available …
Smartphone addiction prompts German city to embed traffic lights in sidewalks
These days, many smartphone users have become accustomed to walking down the street, completely oblivious to the people and environment around them. Of course, it’s …
The Amazon Hobby Shop is your new favorite page on the internet
Quadcopter drones… radio controlled cars… model rockets… radio controlled helicopters… model train sets… it’s OK, you don’t have to hide your love of all these fun little …
This app lets you test out tattoos before you commit to permanent ink
Virtual reality has (justifiably) been the biggest story in the tech world over the past few weeks. Oculus launched the Rift, HTC launched the Vive …
Optical illusion crosswalks are trippy, but they could make street crossings safer
You’ve probably witnessed them too, drivers who completely ignore crosswalks and don’t even slow down as they approach them. But if these optical illusion crosswalks …
Hysterical video explains how Bernie Sanders is actually winning
According to the latest delegate count from RealClearPolitics, Hillary Clinton is leading Bernie Sanders by 752 delegates. Even taking away the superdelegates that have pledged …
100 restaurants that will serve you free food on your birthday
Your birthday only comes around once a year, so why limit your celebration to just a few drinks at a bar and a Facebook wall …
