A Finnish Metal Detectorist Was Shocked to Unearth a Trove of Viking Age Silver in His Hometown. Then His Detector Went Off Again
Weighing a combined ten pounds, the artifacts are estimated to be 1,000 years old and constitute Finland’s largest coin hoard of the era
Did You Suffer a Sweltering August? You Weren't Alone. It Tied for the Month With the Hottest Global Temperatures on Record
Last month, the air temperature averaged 62.53 degrees Fahrenheit, tying with July 2023 as the toastiest month ever documented by the European Union's climate service
Designers and Computer Scientists Create New Decoy Fonts That Humans Can Read but A.I. Bots Cannot
To prevent the trawling and theft of human writing, font-makers are employing both old and new illusions to outsmart large language models
Ancient Rome’s Largest Fresco and Mosaic Complex, Featuring Depictions of a Mysterious Maritime City, Opens to the Public After 2,000 Years
The massive artworks, created in the first century C.E., were discovered in the 1990s during excavations of the Baths of Trajan
Archaeologists Discover the World's Oldest Evidence of Habitual Drug Use in the Teeth of a Hunter-Gatherer Who Lived Up to 25,000 Years Ago
This individual may have regularly sucked on betel nuts, known for their mind-altering properties, leading to worsening dental disease. Researchers say the discovery sheds light on addiction in prehistoric environments
For Decades, Scientists Thought an 'American Cheetah' Once Roamed North America. Turns Out the Extinct Cat Wasn't a Cheetah
Ancient DNA from fossils found in Wyoming and Canada's Yukon Territory suggests the wild cat more closely resembled modern pumas than modern cheetahs
Could Artificial Intelligence Help With Early Diagnosis of Schizophrenia?
The tool may pick up subtle differences in the speech of people with the mental health condition better than human psychiatrists
A Genetically Modified Pig Kidney Kept a Man Alive for a Record Nine Months, Allowing Him to Wait for a Donated Human Organ
The animal organ kept Tim Andrews off dialysis for 271 days and represents the first time a pig kidney has been used as a bridge to human organ transplantation
In the Aftermath of 9/11, Milton Glaser, Creator of the 'I Love NY' Logo, Declared That He Loved New York City 'More Than Ever'
The graphic designer revamped his world-famous emblem in response to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. The updated design underscored the city's resilience in the face of tragedy
These 15 Riveting Photos of Firefighters in Action Showcase the Strength and Courage They Need to Risk Their Lives to Save Others
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AI uncovers hidden Ozempic side effects across 400,000 Reddit posts
AI analysis of 400,000 Reddit posts found that users of drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound reported unexpected symptoms including menstrual changes, chills, hot flashes, and fatigue. Researchers cannot say the medications caused these problems, but the patterns may reveal overlooked signals worth studying.
Scientists find a new layer of Alzheimer’s hidden in the genome
Scientists found that the 3D organization of DNA is disrupted in several types of brain cells affected by Alzheimer’s disease, altering how important genes are switched on and off. The discovery reveals a previously underexplored layer of the disease that could open new paths for understanding and eventually treating Alzheimer’s.
Physicists can’t agree on how the Universe works
A massive worldwide survey of physicists has revealed surprisingly little agreement about some of the universe’s biggest mysteries. No majority backed the standard cosmological model, a leading explanation for dark matter, or any single theory of quantum gravity. One area of stronger agreement stood out: 68% said the Big Bang does not necessarily represent the beginning of time. Researchers say the divisions show just how alive and unsettled the frontiers of physics remain.
Scientists are building a microscope powered by a quantum computer
Scientists are combining an electron microscope with a quantum computer to squeeze far more information from each electron. The approach could reveal faint details with fewer electrons, helping protect fragile samples that conventional microscopy can damage.
NASA-backed scientists turn plastic waste into edible cookies
Scientists have engineered yeast to turn PET plastic and agricultural waste into ingredients for protein-rich, 3D-printed cookies called µBites. Developed partly for NASA’s Deep Space Food Challenge, the system can produce proteins, fats, vitamins, and even vanilla flavoring from waste materials. Researchers hope the unusual technology could eventually help address both plastic pollution and food insecurity, while also supplying food in extreme environments such as deep-space missions.
Global warming is breaking a 400-year climate link between two oceans
The Indian and Pacific oceans have been climatically linked for centuries, but scientists say that connection is now breaking down in an exceptional way. Ancient climate records suggest volcanoes disrupted the relationship in the past, while today human-caused warming appears to be driving a much more unusual shift.
Physicists discover a hidden “curveball” in quantum light
Researchers have experimentally demonstrated the optical Magnus effect for the first time, revealing that a tightly focused laser interacts most strongly with an atom slightly away from the beam’s center. The unexpected shift is similar to the physics that makes a spinning table tennis ball curve through the air. Because lasers are used to control qubits, the effect could create errors in quantum computers, but it might also provide a new way to couple qubits together.
Venus’s pale yellow clouds may hide something surprisingly dark
A century-old mystery in Venus’s clouds just became more intriguing, as scientists calculated how strongly the unidentified material behind its dark ultraviolet patterns must absorb light. The results sharply narrow the possibilities and could help future spacecraft determine whether the mysterious substance is organic, inorganic, or something unexpected.
Scientists discover a hidden switch that shuts down inflammation
Scientists have uncovered a natural braking system that helps the immune system switch off inflammation and prevent harmful immune cells from building up. Boosting this pathway in people reduced inflammation-related immune changes and sped up pain relief, pointing toward potential new treatments for chronic inflammatory diseases.
Scientists find water was fueling volcanoes 3 billion years ago
Ancient rocks from Western Australia suggest water was reaching deep inside Earth more than three billion years ago, long before modern plate tectonics may have fully developed. Researchers propose that water-rich pieces of crust periodically sank into the mantle through a process they call “dripduction.” The buried water then helped produce magma and volcanic eruptions.
CERN finds gluons behaving strangely deep inside atomic nuclei
Physicists at CERN have found a new way to peer deep inside atomic nuclei and distinguish between two competing explanations for how gluons behave. Using the ALICE experiment at the Large Hadron Collider, researchers measured particle production at unprecedented spatial resolution, revealing structures as small as about one-quarter the size of a proton. At the smallest scales, they saw a surprising drop in J/ψ production that conventional “nuclear shadowing” struggles to explain.
Most men don’t know dairy is linked to prostate cancer risk
Most men may be missing an important dietary clue about prostate cancer. A new survey found that only 20% knew research has linked dairy consumption with increased prostate cancer risk, while 66% said they would consider avoiding dairy after learning about the connection. Studies have also associated plant-based diets with substantially lower risks of prostate cancer, progression, and recurrence.
Who really needs a heart calcium scan?
A 10-year study of more than 6,000 adults found that popular coronary calcium scans may add little to standard heart disease risk estimates for many people. But for patients with borderline or intermediate risk, the scans could make a meaningful difference by revealing who is actually more likely to develop heart disease.
A hidden compound in healthy foods may worsen IBD
A natural compound found in foods such as spinach, almonds, and sweet potatoes may aggravate gut inflammation in people with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis because their intestines appear to handle it differently. Researchers say the finding could open the door to lower-oxalate diets or microbiome treatments tailored specifically to people with IBD.
Tiny sound waves could help solve a major quantum computing problem
Researchers at Harvard have demonstrated a way to protect quantum information using microscopic sound waves. By continuously surrounding a diamond-based qubit with mechanical vibrations, they extended its coherence time by roughly threefold. The same phonons could eventually both transmit and protect quantum information, opening the door to compact sound-based quantum networks on chips.
Ozempic and Wegovy may raise hair loss risk in some men
GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound may increase hair-loss risk by 7% in men who are already genetically susceptible to male-pattern baldness. The findings suggest thinning hair may not be caused only by rapid weight loss and could also reflect a biological link between GLP-1 activity and hair follicles.
Scientists find Ozempic may slow aging itself
Semaglutide helped older healthy mice live longer while improving memory, muscle function, blood sugar control, and several biological signs of aging. Its effects went beyond those seen with calorie restriction, raising the possibility that GLP-1 drugs could tap into a separate biological pathway linked to longevity.
Researchers find a Wordle strategy that wins 99% of the time
Researchers at Binghamton University have developed a mathematical strategy that can solve Wordle with a 99% success rate. Instead of simply guessing words packed with common letters or choosing the most likely answer, the method uses Shannon entropy, a measure from information theory, to identify guesses that reveal the most useful information. Each guess is designed to rapidly shrink the pool of possible answers, even when the guessed word itself seems unlikely to be correct.
Wasps are disappearing this summer, and scientists are worried
Britain’s wasps have become mysteriously scarce this summer, and scientists suspect an unusual combination of temperature swings, heatwaves, and food shortages may be responsible. Even the wasps that remain appear unusually small, potentially offering a glimpse of how extreme heat could reshape insect populations.
Tiny nanolaser could cut computer energy use in half
Scientists have created an ultra-small nanolaser that could eventually allow microchips to transmit information with light instead of electricity, potentially making computers faster while cutting energy use roughly in half. Thousands of the lasers could fit on a single chip, opening possibilities for more efficient data centers, smartphones, and advanced medical sensors.
Scientists find a way to break pancreatic cancer’s protective shield
Researchers found that blocking IL1RAP could disrupt a powerful inflammatory network that helps pancreatic cancer survive treatment. In preclinical experiments, the approach reduced tumor-protecting cells and fibrosis while boosting the activity of cancer-fighting T cells. That could make chemotherapy and immunotherapy more effective.
Mercury’s surface reveals a surprisingly fiery past
Scientists have discovered that Mercury’s surface contains far less silicon dioxide than previously thought, pointing to an unexpectedly hot volcanic past. The finding suggests ancient lava may have originated from deeper, more extensively melted parts of the planet’s mantle.
The secret to longer life may be hidden in bat DNA
Long-lived bats appear to combine powerful immune defenses with unusual strategies for eliminating damaged cells, potentially helping them avoid cancer and disease for decades. Researchers hope these genetic tricks could eventually reveal new ways to protect human health during aging.
66-million-year-old feather in dinosaur poop may reveal why birds survived the asteroid
A feather discovered inside 66-million-year-old fossilized dinosaur poop may help explain why modern birds survived the asteroid catastrophe. The extinct bird it came from had more primitive insulating feathers, suggesting superior plumage may have helped the ancestors of living birds endure the deadly impact winter.
Too much light at night may quietly reshape your heart
Nighttime light exposure was linked to thicker, stiffer heart chambers and early signs of reduced heart function in a study of more than 11,000 people. The findings suggest that keeping bedrooms darker could be an overlooked strategy for protecting the heart.
Scientists just made quantum computer operations 1,000 times faster
Researchers have found a way to perform certain quantum operations more than 1,000 times faster, cutting thousands of repeated control cycles down to just one. The advance could reduce errors and bring reliable, fault-tolerant quantum computers closer to reality.
Your next prescription could be treating a side effect from the last one
A major Ontario study found 24 common medication chains in which one drug’s side effects can be mistaken for a new medical problem, leading to another prescription. Researchers say closer medication reviews, pharmacist involvement, and automated alerts could help prevent these potentially harmful prescribing cascades.
Study of 1.9 million people finds a striking link between ADHD and gut problems
Researchers analyzing data from more than 1.9 million people found that ADHD is associated with substantially higher rates of digestive problems. People with ADHD had nearly double the odds of constipation, 58% higher odds of irritable bowel syndrome, and more than four times the odds of encopresis.
Physicists just found a tiny glitch in time itself
Unconventional quantum theories may imply that time itself has a tiny fundamental uncertainty, placing an ultimate limit on how precisely any clock could measure it. The effect is far beyond current detection, but it could reveal a hidden connection between quantum mechanics, gravity, and spacetime.
UNESCO warns there’s close to a 100% chance of a Mediterranean tsunami
The Mediterranean may seem far removed from the world’s major tsunami zones, but history and modern modeling show that destructive waves can strike the French Riviera with surprisingly little warning. Some tsunamis could reach shore in under 10 minutes, while past events have produced waves around two meters high, powerful currents, damage, and deaths.
Scientists find signs of extreme aging and youth in the same 117-year-old
A remarkably detailed study of Maria Branyas, who lived past 117, reveals that extreme longevity may involve both intense aging and powerful biological protection at the same time. Researchers found signs of advanced aging, but also low inflammation, beneficial gut bacteria, protective genetic features, and a biological age younger than her chronological age. Because she avoided major disease, the study offered a rare look at aging itself rather than the illnesses that often accompany it.
Scientists discover the human heart can regrow muscle after a heart attack
Researchers have shown for the first time that human heart muscle cells can regrow after a heart attack. The finding overturns the idea that damaged areas of the heart are completely incapable of regeneration. Scientists now hope to identify ways to dramatically boost this natural repair process, potentially opening a new path toward treatments for heart failure.
Archaeologists find a 3,000-year-old Egyptian tomb before it’s too late
While clearing debris to protect ancient Egyptian tombs from flash floods, researchers near Luxor stumbled upon an unknown 3,000-year-old tomb. Its remarkably preserved paintings depict an official named Paser, his wife, religious scenes, and offerings of food and flowers. The discovery comes as climate-driven flooding poses a growing threat to these fragile remains.
Eating only 8 hours a day may help control Type 1 diabetes
Eating only between noon and 8 p.m. improved blood sugar control in a small study of adults with Type 1 diabetes and obesity, while avoiding an increase in serious complications. The promising findings offer the first evidence that time restricted eating could become another tool for managing the condition.
DNA solves the mystery of a body found in the Arctic in 1859
Scientists have used DNA from living descendants to identify four more members of the doomed Franklin expedition, including Harry Peglar, whose identity had remained uncertain for 166 years. The findings offer new clues about the sailors who survived for years in the Arctic before joining the expedition’s ultimately fatal escape attempt.
The Moon may have formed intact just hours after a giant collision
Scientists have discovered that the Moon-forming collision may have depended heavily on how hot and physically strong early Earth and Theia were. New simulations found that some impacts create the familiar disk of debris that later becomes the Moon, while others can produce an intact Moon in only about five hours. The results challenge the long-standing assumption that the enormous collision could be modeled as if both worlds behaved mostly like fluids.
UCLA scientists turn cord blood into powerful cancer-fighting T cells
UCLA researchers developed ready-made cancer-fighting T cells from cord blood stem cells that can attack solid tumors through two separate detection systems. In mice, a single dose controlled cancer and extended survival while avoiding a dangerous complication associated with donor-derived T-cell therapies.
Scientists capture two DNA strands zipping together for the first time
Scientists have directly observed how two negatively charged DNA molecules can pair up despite normally repelling each other. Positively charged metal ions appear to bridge the gap, helping matching DNA helices align groove for groove like a molecular zipper. The discovery confirms a theory proposed two decades ago and could help researchers understand DNA interactions involved in cancer and other cellular processes.
Scientists create brilliant white material without a drop of white pigment
Researchers have created a foam-based material that produces intense whiteness and water repellency without titanium dioxide pigments or PFAS chemicals. Inspired by natural structures in snow, clouds, flowers, and lotus leaves, the material uses tiny pores to scatter light while its rough surface repels water. The technology could offer a more sustainable way to make white, water-resistant everyday materials.
Ancient teeth reveal humans were getting high 25,000 years ago
Ancient human remains from Sulawesi suggest people were habitually using the psychoactive betel nut as far back as 25,000 years ago. Researchers found both unusual tooth wear and traces of arecoline, the nut’s mind-altering compound, in the teeth of prehistoric hunter-gatherers. The practice may have started partly as pain relief for toothaches, but prolonged use severely damaged their teeth. The discovery could represent the earliest known evidence of habitual drug use anywhere in the world.
DNA treatment cuts bad cholesterol by nearly 50% without statins
Researchers have designed a new DNA-based treatment that targets PCSK9, a protein closely tied to high LDL cholesterol and atherosclerosis. Their most effective molecule reduced PCSK9 protein by 87% in human liver cells and lowered cholesterol by 47% in genetically modified mice after a single injection.
Scientists find a bone-building switch that could fight osteoporosis
An experimental compound called AP503 significantly strengthened bones in mice by activating GPR133, a receptor that boosts bone formation while slowing bone loss. Because the same treatment has also been linked to stronger muscles, researchers see intriguing potential for combating age-related decline and osteoporosis.
Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is bursting with methanol
Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS contains exceptionally high levels of methanol, suggesting it formed under conditions very different from those that shaped most comets in our solar system. ALMA also revealed that tiny icy grains around the comet are releasing methanol like miniature comets, giving astronomers an unusually detailed look at an object from another star system.
Have we found alien life? Hundreds of scientists weigh in
Two major alien-life announcements in 2025 generated enormous excitement, but most astrobiologists remained unconvinced. Only 6.6% of surveyed experts thought possible biological molecules on K2-18b probably represented extraterrestrial life, while 15.1% said the same about intriguing mineral patterns in a Martian rock.
One sugary drink a day linked to more than double the risk of stomach cancer
People who drank at least one sugar-sweetened beverage a day had roughly 2.45 times the risk of gastric cancer compared with those who rarely consumed them, according to a decades-long study of more than 112,000 U.S. adults. Artificially sweetened drinks showed no similar association, though researchers stress that the findings do not prove sugary beverages cause cancer.
400,000-year-old teeth reveal a hidden link in human evolution
More than 400,000-year-old Homo erectus teeth from China may reveal a surprising link between this ancient human species, Denisovans, and some modern people. Scientists found protein mutations suggesting several East Asian Homo erectus populations belonged to the same evolutionary group, including one mutation previously associated with Denisovans. That variant may have passed from Homo erectus into Denisovans and eventually reached modern populations in Southeast Asia and Oceania.
Raindrops can damage paint with microscopic “lightning”
Scientists discovered that charged water droplets can damage protective coatings by releasing tiny electrical discharges when they hit a surface. The hidden effect could help explain weathering and lead to tougher coatings for cars, bridges, buildings, and more.
Ozempic and Wegovy linked to nearly 40% fewer asthma attacks
Semaglutide, the drug found in Ozempic and Wegovy, was linked to nearly 40% fewer asthma attacks in a large real-world study. It was also associated with about 20% fewer COPD flare-ups. Researchers say GLP-1 drugs may offer respiratory benefits in addition to their effects on diabetes and obesity, but clinical trials are needed to confirm the findings.
Devil’s Arrows: Ancient builders hauled 55,000-pound stones 11 miles for Britain’s tallest stone row
Britain’s towering Devil’s Arrows were built from 25-tonne stones hauled at least 18 kilometers from Brimham Rocks around 4,000 years ago. The discovery reveals an astonishing feat of prehistoric engineering and suggests the stones’ distant source may have been chosen for cultural or spiritual reasons.
Chinese scientists find a hidden atomic structure that unlocks methane
Scientists found that a tiny atomic structure that forms on nickel oxide during methane conversion is more effective than the metallic nickel long believed to drive the reaction. The discovery allowed a low-nickel catalyst to rival one containing 10 times more metal, potentially opening the door to cheaper and more efficient industrial catalysts.
“Parachute science” is failing the tropics, home to more than 80% of insect species
Insects quietly hold much of the natural world together, yet conservation efforts are overlooking the tropical regions where more than 80 percent of insect species live. Monash University researchers have developed a global framework to close this gap by combining scientific studies with museum collections, local expertise, citizen science, social media records, and new technologies.
Caffeine may flip an ancient cellular switch linked to slower aging
Scientists found that caffeine activates an ancient cellular energy system involved in stress resistance, DNA repair, and growth. The discovery could help explain caffeine’s links to healthier aging and may point toward new ways to target the same pathway.
Geologists reveal the Americas collided millions of years earlier than thought
Volcanic rocks in Colombia are rewriting the timeline of the collision between Central and South America. Their magnetic signatures show that major tectonic deformation had already weakened by the late Miocene, suggesting the most intense collision occurred earlier than previously believed.
Scientists discover a powerful new antivenom hidden in rattlesnake blood
Researchers discovered that combinations of toxin-blocking proteins naturally found in rattlesnake blood can powerfully neutralize venom from several dangerous snake species. In lab tests, the mixtures were about 10 times more potent than a current commercial antivenom, pointing toward a new generation of nature-inspired snakebite treatments.
Giant new dinosaur discovered beneath construction site in Brazil
Scientists have identified a giant new dinosaur from Brazil that reached about 20 meters long and lived 120 million years ago. Its surprising evolutionary ties to a Spanish dinosaur suggest its ancestors crossed ancient land connections between Europe, Africa, and South America.
Ozempic and Wegovy may have an unexpected mental health benefit
Semaglutide, the drug behind Ozempic and Wegovy, may have benefits that extend well beyond weight loss and diabetes. In a large Swedish study of nearly 15,000 people with bipolar disorder, its use was linked to a 21% lower risk of psychiatric hospitalization. Researchers think effects on inflammation and brain-related biological pathways could help stabilize mood, though other GLP-1 drugs did not show the same association.
Dark energy debunked? Cosmic acceleration may be an illusion
A new analysis of more than 1,700 supernovae is questioning whether the universe is really accelerating at all. After accounting for the ages of the stars that produce these explosions, researchers found signs that cosmic expansion may actually be slowing. They also argue that the apparent acceleration changes with direction, which would be difficult to explain with dark energy. Other cosmologists dispute the conclusion, setting up a major test for upcoming observatories.
The American “cheetah” wasn’t a cheetah at all
The extinct “American cheetah” was not really a cheetah at all, but a puma relative with an unexpectedly flexible lifestyle. Fossils from the Yukon suggest northern populations survived partly by eating fish, possibly including salmon, while southern cats hunted on land.
Astronomers detect ancient hydrogen signal that could help map the Universe
Astronomers have detected an exceptionally faint hydrogen radio signal from billions of light-years away using South Africa’s MeerKAT telescope. Instead of finding galaxies one at a time, the technique measures their combined hydrogen glow across enormous stretches of space. The successful detection shows that astronomers may soon be able to create much larger 3D maps of the Universe.
Your personality may be more genetic than scientists realized
More than 1,200 genetic variants have been linked to the Big Five personality traits, and many of the same variants are also associated with health, longevity, careers, income, and everyday habits. The findings reveal a surprisingly wide genetic connection between personality and life outcomes while showing that environment still plays a powerful role.
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LG officially denies reports that its smart TVs are secretly recording users
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Anthropics CEO urges the industry to slow down, and Sam Altman agrees
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Scientists knew Mercury was shrinking. They didnt know the true extent.
Mercury is shrinking up to 30 percent more than thought, according to a new study on the solar system's closest world to the sun.
Nvidia may bankroll Anthropics massive IPO
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This ASUS TUF Gaming monitor is down to its lowest-ever Amazon price for a limited time — save $60
The ASUS TUF 32-inch curved gaming monitor is down to $189 at Amazon, saving $60 in a limited-time deal.
I played with Apple’s new iPhones. Here’s what surprised me most.
Bridget Carey shares her first impressions of the iPhone Duo and iPhone 18 Pro, including the crease and standout features.
Andrew Garfield on the meaning of no kings in The Uprising
Andrew Garfield sat down with Mashable and explained his "no kings" line in "The Uprising" movie.
Narwal’s newest lineup features powerful steam mopping and a $799 robot vac — here’s all we know
Narwal announced three new home cleaning products: the Freo 20 Edge robot vacuum, the ultralight V50 Cube stick vacuum, and a flagship 752°F steam wet & dry vacuum.
Legos huge 4,154-piece Tropical Aquarium set drops to its lowest price yet at Amazon — Save over $50
As of Sept. 11, the Lego Icons Tropical Aquarium set is marked down to $423.99 at Amazon, a 12% discount from its full price of $479.99.
Magic: The Gatherings Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box is back to under $150 on Amazon — save $60
Amazon has the MTG Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box for $147.98, saving $61.72 off its $209.70 list price.
Our first take on the iPhone 18 Pro: Intelligent photography
CNET's Patrick Holland explores the iPhone 18 Pro's camera upgrades, improved aperture and new AI photography features.
The Daily Show gives a brutal recap of Trumps midterm convention
"Daily Show" host Michael Kosta has offered a recap of Trump's midterm convention.
Give your battery a boost with the Anker Nano Power Bank (45W, 10,000mAh). Save $10 at Amazon now.
As of Sept. 11, select colors of the Anker Nano Power Bank (45W, 10,000mAh) are discounted to $49.99 at Amazon, 17% off their list price of $59.99.
Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on September 11
See the Moon phase expected for September 11, 2026 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected.
TCL just announced a massive line of eye-friendly phones, versatile tablets, and 10,000-nit Mini LED TVs
TCL unveiled its new P80 smartphone series featuring the world-first NXTPAPER AMOLED screens, four TAB A1 tablets, and its flagship X11L SQD-Mini LED TV lineup at IFA 2026.
The Pokémon TCGs three-pack Pitch Black Blister is back to its lowest-ever Amazon price — save almost $10
The Pokémon TCG Pitch Black 3-Pack Blister is $21.88 at Amazon, saving $8.11 and dropping below TCGplayer market price.
The DJI Osmo Pocket 3 is back on sale at Amazon — save $60 right now
Get the best DJI deal. Save 12% on the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 at Amazon.
Amazons knocked over $800 off the price of Sonys 65-Inch BRAVIA 8 II QD OLED 4K TV for a limited time
As of Sept. 11, the Sony 65-Inch BRAVIA 8 II QD OLED 4K TV is discounted to $2,498 at Amazon, 24% off its list price of $3,299.99.
The Holy Stone HS600 drone has dropped to its best-ever price at Amazon — save over $50
Get the best drone deal on Amazon. Save 19% on the Holy Stone HS600 drone at Amazon.
Jimmy Kimmel gleefully roasts the empty seats at Trumps midterm convention
Jimmy Kimmel has mocked Trump's midterm convention, which the president maintains was a "packed" despite footage of empty seats.
The Fire HD 10 tablet is under $80 at Amazon — save $78
Find the best tablet deal. Save 50% on the Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet at Amazon.
Apple iPhone Duo vs. iPhone 18 Pro Max: How to decide between them
Should you get the iPhone 18 Pro Max or the iPhone Duo? This is actually a hard decision. Let's break it down.
3D map reveals cities of galaxies taking shape in early universe
A 3D map of a colossal proto-supercluster reveals how giant galaxy clusters grew from the cosmic web in the early universe.
Where is Gemini 3.5 Pro? The case of the missing AI model.
Google didn't launch Gemini 3.5 Pro in June as promised. Three months and a leadership change later, it's still MIA.
Gen Z is making room for a different kind of college party. Introducing, the wellness darty.
College students are gathering for Pilates, cold plunges and matcha at wellness darties. Here’s what’s behind the trend — and the online debate.
Your imaginary record label can get started for $50
Pay $49.99 for lifetime access to MusicMagic Starter, an AI music tool with 100 track generations, eight genres, cover art, and unlimited distribution.
Get 4000+ documentaries with a MagellanTV lifetime subscription for $150
Get a MagellanTV lifetime subscription for $149.97 (reg. $999) and stream more than 4,000 documentaries across history, science, nature, space and more.
Bad Apples review: Teachers, this film is for you
In "Bad Apples", Saiorse Ronan schools this superb dark satire. Film review.
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds are $50 off at Amazon for a short time
Get the best earbuds deal. Save 17% on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds at Amazon.
‘She sleeps around, he’s prepared’: Women report massive double standard for carrying condoms
Women fear judgement more than ever for producing a condom in an encounter, a new sexual health and wellness study has found.
Hurdle hints and answers for September 11, 2026
Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place.
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for September 11, 2026
Connections: Sports Edition is a New York Times word game about finding common sports threads between words. How to solve the day's puzzle.
NYT Pips hints, answers for September 11, 2026
The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.
NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Sept. 11, 2026
Why is NYT Connections trending today? Explaining the meanings behind the clues for NYT Connections #1188.
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for September 11, 2026
Connections is a New York Times word game that's all about finding the "common threads between words." How to solve the puzzle.
NYT Strands hints, answers for September 11, 2026
The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.
Wordle today: Answer, hints for September 11, 2026
Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1910 on September 11 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.
Did California just ban social media for teens?
California governor Gavin Newsom signs a package of child safety laws, regulating social media access, AI, and more.
Apple Watch Series 12 vs. 11: Every upgrade, including one Apple didnt mention
Mashable breaks down the pricing, spec, and feature differences between the new Apple Watch Series 12 and last year's Series 11.
Apple Event 2026: Live updates on iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, and AirPods 5
Mashable is reporting live from Apple Park for the "Surprise and Shine" keynote, where the folding iPhone Duo was revealed.
The new AirPods 5 are available for pre-order at Amazon and Apple
Apple announced the AirPods 5 at the "Surprise and Shine" event on Sept. 9. Here's how to preorder the new earbuds.
This Microsoft Office 2024 lifetime license is $49.97
Get a lifetime license to Microsoft Office 2024 Professional Plus for Windows for $54.99 (reg. $249.99), with no recurring fees.
iPhone 18 Pro Max vs. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Battle of the flagships
Now that all the cards are on the table, it's time to figure out which Apple or Samsung flagship is worth your time and money.
Digital creators are now on IMDb. Heres why.
IMDb has added a Digital Creator category with no film or TV credits required. Here’s what it means for creators and how much IMDbPro costs.
Avian flu, drone swarms, and mass surveillance included in Anthropics safety report
Anthropic releases alarming September safety report, shortly after former employees signal concern over an AI armageddon.
Hallelujah, theres finally a Gemini app for Windows
Many Windows users have been vocal about their desire for a Gemini app for Windows, and they've finally gotten their wish.
Pornhub viewers left in droves to see Apples foldable iPhone
How Pornhub traffic decreased during the September 2026 Apple Event.
Will GTA 6 be on Xbox Game Pass at launch?
'Grand Theft Auto VI' has been 10 years in the making, and it's coming Nov. 19, but Xbox Game Pass gamers may be left out of the fun.
Disclosure Day starts streaming just in time for spooky season: How (and when) to watch it at home
Find out how to watch Steven Spielberg's 'Disclosure Day' at home, including when and where it will be streaming.
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is an iPhone Duo lookalike with one huge advantage
A couple of days before the iPhone Duo was announced, Xiaomi unveiled a phone that looks very similar.
Amazon dropped its Top 100 Toys of 2026 list and several are on sale
Amazon's Top Toys of 2026 list just dropped. To kickstart your holiday shopping, we've rounded up some already on sale and in demand.
Ocarina of Time remake preorders are live — and $10 off at Amazon and Walmart
Physical preorders for Nintendo's The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake are already $10.11 off at Amazon and Walmart.
Avatar: Seven Havens trailer combines bending power with Mad Max vibes
"Avatar: Seven Havens," out Oct. 9 on Paramount+, takes place in the "Avatar" apocalypse. Check out the trailer here.
Our favorite budget air purifier just hit a limited-time deal on Amazon — grab the Levoit air purifier for 15% off
Grab our favorite budget air purifier, the Levoit Core 300-P, on Amazon for a limited-time deal price of $84.99 (down from $99.99).
Review: ‘Marvel’s Wolverine’ is gleefully bloody fun and will leave you emotionally bleeding too
With an engaging story and a captivating cast of characters, Marvel’s 'Wolverine' tells a heartbreaking story that’ll leave you emotionally bleeding