Artificial Intelligence
Investigating the frontiers of machine learning, neural networks, and generative AI, and their impact on the human experience.
Hackers exploit Meta AI to access Instagram accounts
Hackers tricked Meta's AI customer support agent into linking targeted Instagram accounts to their own email addresses, seizing high-profile profiles.
Runner's World Recommends HOKA Clifton 10 as Top Everyday Running Shoe
The HOKA Clifton 10, recommended by Runner's World as a top everyday running shoe, is currently available for 20% off, dropping its price from $155 to $124.
Phoebe Bridgers surprises fans with pop-up MSG show June 4
A pop-up show was announced for Madison Square Garden, with tickets priced at just $1, according to WIRED .
Flesh-eating screwworms detected in Texas calf
In La Pryor, Texas, a three-week-old calf was found with larvae in its umbilical area, confirming the first US case of flesh-eating New World screwworm since 1966.
OpenAI Backs Laws to Screen DNA Sales for Bioweapons
In 2017, Canadian researchers reconstituted the extinct horsepox virus using mail-order DNA, a chilling precedent that now fuels top AI executives' urgent plea to Congress.
Autoantibodies Found Targeting Brain in Long COVID Patients
Transferring antibodies from Long COVID patients into healthy mice caused them to develop increased pain sensitivity, fatigue, impaired balance, and damage to small nerve fibers.
Keychron K2 HE Concrete Edition review shows $199.99 price point
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Boost Mobile Offers Unlimited Plan for $25
For just $10 a month, new Boost Mobile customers can acquire three months of an 'unlimited' plan, a price point that significantly undercuts many basic coffee subscriptions and makes high-speed data a
Massive Bee Colony Thrives in New York Cemetery for Over a Century
An estimated 5.5 million subterranean bees of the species Andrena regularis have been discovered thriving for over a century in a 1.5-acre section of East Lawn Cemetery in Ithaca, New York, according
Eufy Cameras Offer AI Detection Without Subscription Fees
The Eufy S3 Pro, a three-piece kit, combines 4K video, easy installation, and a solar panel for power, offering advanced AI features like person and pet detection without a single subscription fee.
Entry-level job crisis 2025: Grads face higher unemployment
Entry-level jobs in the United States have plummeted by 35% in the last 18 months, leaving recent college graduates facing an unemployment rate of 5.
Memorial Day 2026 Deals: Garmin Sales Live
The Garmin fēnix 7 Pro Solar, a premium multisport GPS watch, is currently available for $599 on Amazon, marking its lowest price ever, according to Menshealth .
Helix and Saatva Offer Deep Memorial Day Mattress Deals
The Saatva Classic Mattress is currently on sale for $1,779, a $400 discount, making a premium bed more accessible, according to WIRED .
New Sprinkler Systems Cost an Average of $2,539
The smart irrigation controller market is projected to nearly double from $0.
Find the best power banks to buy in 2026 for your devices
The latest power banks aren't just charging phones; some deliver 170 watts, enough to power a laptop, include built-in cables, and even boast IP66 water resistance.
Modems vs. Routers: Understanding Your Home Internet Connection
Last month, a major ISP reported a 30% increase in support calls for slow speeds; nearly half stemmed from incompatible or poorly configured modem-router setups, according to ISP Support Data.
Google DeepMind's Genie Creates 720p Worlds for AI Understanding
Google DeepMind's Genie 3 now generates interactive virtual worlds at 720p resolution, running at 24 frames per second for real-time interaction.
NOAA predicts a below-average 2026 Atlantic hurricane season
After a string of intense hurricane seasons, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) forecasts a 55% chance of a below-average Atlantic hurricane season in 2026, predicting as few a
Jury rejects Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI
After months of legal wrangling, a jury took less than three hours to reject all of Elon Musk's claims against OpenAI and CEO Sam Altman, delivering a swift and decisive verdict, according to...
Scientists Supercharge Immune Cells to Control HIV Long-Term in Some
For nearly two years, two individuals with HIV have lived medication-free, their virus strongly suppressed by a single dose of re-engineered immune cells.
Startup's Breakthrough Unlocks Faster, Cheaper LLMs
A new large language model (LLM) named SubQ recently completed a complex 128K-token task for $8.
Iran's Hormuz Tactics Weaponize Global Chokepoint
After Iran announced the complete closure of the Strait of Hormuz to all oil tankers, Brent crude initially dipped to $88 a barrel, a counterintuitive market reaction to a move threatening 20% of the
Suunto Spark review finds endurance for outdoor use
Suunto, a brand synonymous with rugged sports watches, now asks $179 for its new Spark Black earbuds, featuring open-ear air conduction technology designed for outdoor use ( Us Suunto , WIRED ).
Find the Best Gardening Gifts for Plant Lovers in 2026
In just three weeks, the Lettuce Grow Counterstand Set can yield fresh edible leaves, yet its primary appeal lies in its sleek design, not its harvest volume.
Find the Best Gifts for Men in 2026: Top Picks Revealed
A smart bird feeder, highlighted in a top 2026 gift guide, streams 2K HD video to your phone and identifies over 10,000 bird species using AI.
Mastering Your Schedule: How to Manage Your Time Effectively
After returning to work, mothers experience the biggest jump in critical leadership skills, including scheduling and conflict management, according to WBUR .
Google DeepMind Funds Research Amid Agent Interaction Concerns
Google DeepMind and its partners are pouring $10 million into an AI safety research field that, until now, didn't exist.
Red Light Therapy Boosts Hair Regrowth: GroWell Cap Shows Promising Results
After eight weeks of consistent use, one reviewer estimated having at least 30% more hair simply by wearing the GroWell LED cap for 25 minutes every other day.
Lauf eElja electric mountain bike review: TQ drive delivers 60 Nm torque
The Lauf eElja Race model retails for more than $8,000, positioning it firmly at the pinnacle of electric mountain bike luxury, according to WIRED .
xAI seeks court order to unmask deepfake lawsuit plaintiffs
xAI has asked a court to identify four individuals suing the company under pseudonyms over alleged deepfake sexualized images created using its Grok AI.