Researchers ran an unauthorized AI experiment on Redditors
Reddit users thought they were debating real people. Instead, they were unwitting subjects in a secret AI study, and they’re not happy about it. Researchers …
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If you can get up to $3,200 to help you switch to T-Mobile, why on Earth would you stick with your current carrier? Apple’s beloved …
The secret to cleaner, safer sewers just might be ‘poop drones’
Inspecting aging sewer pipes has traditionally been slow, dangerous, and costly. Workers relied on tethered crawlers or had to physically enter hazardous tunnels. In Fraser, …
Debunking 7 of the most common myths about the iPhone
The iPhone has been around for nearly 18 years now. As it approaches its legal “adulthood,” plenty of myths about Apple’s iconic device continue to …
Researchers extended mice lifespans by 33%, but will it work on humans?
What if tweaking your diet could add years—or even decades—to your life? According to research published in Cell Metabolism, adjusting one specific nutrient intake could …
Is M4 MacBook Air worth it? It’s the only Apple laptop you should buy right now
Apple’s MacBook Pro lineup is still the go-to laptop series for Apple fans who really need tons of power. If you edit video for a …
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There’s no question that T-Mobile’s offer of up to $3,200 to help you switch is the best deal you can get right now. There are …
Engineers invented an ultra-hard concrete alternative made of fungus and bacteria
Concrete is everywhere—from skyscrapers to sidewalks. But it comes at a steep environmental cost. Cement, the key ingredient in concrete, is responsible for about eight …
Meet the new fungus battery that needs to be fed instead of charged
In a groundbreaking step toward sustainable technology, scientists in Switzerland have developed a fungus battery. It’s a fully biodegradable, living power source made almost entirely …
Scientists say our consciousness may actually be altering reality
For centuries, the question of what consciousness is—where it comes from, and what it does—was left to philosophers and mystics. But now, scientists across biology, …
Researchers invented new tiles that keep buildings cool without electricity
Engineers in Singapore have developed a sustainable cooling tile made from mushrooms and bamboo. It’s a new biodegradable building material that mimics elephant skin and …
Get bitten by these ticks and you may end up with a red meat allergy
Most people think of tick bites as nuisances or, at worst, vectors for Lyme disease. But imagine waking up in the middle of the night …
You’re probably brushing your teeth with toxic metals
You check food labels, buy BPA-free bottles, and avoid microplastics as best you can, but have you ever questioned what’s in your toothpaste? New independent …
The Top 10 streaming TV hits you don’t want to miss this week on Netflix, Max, Apple TV+ and more
If your watchlist is starting to look a little stale, this week’s ranking of the Top 10 TV shows from Reelgood has you covered with …
North America is sinking
Beneath the quiet plains and bustling cities of the U.S. and Canada, an ancient process is slowly playing out. According to a new study published …
Perplexity’s CEO wants its new browser to learn everything about you
When it comes to internet browsers, most people expect a fair trade-off: fast access to information, a few ads, and, hopefully, a bit of privacy. …
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Realistic chicken meat was just grown in a lab for the first time
In a significant leap toward sustainable food innovation, scientists at the University of Tokyo have created the most realistic lab-grown chicken to date, complete with …
Almost half of Americans breathe unclean air, and it’s only getting worse
According to the American Lung Association’s latest State of the Air report, more than 156 million Americans are breathing air that is deemed unhealthy. That’s …
How long does plastic take to decompose? The answer is terrifying
Plastic is one of humanity’s most useful inventions… and one of its most persistent problems. Plastic has become so ingrained in modern life that it’s …
US criticizes EU over Apple and Meta fines, questions DMA enforcement
Following the European Commission’s announcement that Apple would be fined $570 million and Meta $230 million for infringing DMA regulations, the US government has labeled …
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Thursday’s top daily deals include a special Amazon sale that saves you $15 when you buy four household essentials that you need anyway. The Apple …
See if you live in one of the 13 US states being invaded by cicadas in 2025
This spring, Brood XIV—also known as Brood 14—will surface across at least 13 eastern US states. These cicadas have spent the last 17 years underground …
A24 is making a movie about the celebrity chef whose travels made us fall in love with the world
A24 is reportedly setting the table for an intimate new biopic about a man who changed the way we see food, travel, and humanity. The …
Meta’s smart glasses can now translate your conversations in real time
Imagine striking up a conversation in a bustling French café or navigating a street market in Mexico City without knowing a single word of the …
New on Netflix: May 2025
A new month is around the corner, which means dozens of new movies and shows are coming to Netflix. If you’re looking forward to watching …
Apple fined $570 million for breaching Europe’s Digital Markets Act
After a few days of delays, the European Commission officially announced that Apple violated its “anti-steering obligation under the Digital Markets Act” (DMA), while Meta …
