‘Darth Vader’ Wants You to Know He Definitely Supports Flock Surveillance
Anthony Ralphs was frustrated by the San Diego City Council's support for Flock. He decided it would take something more than reasoned argument to get their attention.
The Best Early Labor Day Kitchen Deals to Ease You Back Into Fall (2026)
With school and sports starting again, these discounts on Instant Pots, cookware, and coffee gear arrive right on time.
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold Review: Better, Not Best
A polished update to Google’s foldable brings real improvements, but the price bump and rampant competition make it a tough sell.
The US Just Recorded Its First 2 Measles Deaths This Year
The fatalities come amid declining vaccination rates and calls from President Donald Trump to split up the MMR vaccine.
The Supreme Court’s Mail-In Ballot Ruling Is a Step Toward Chaos in the Midterms
The Supreme Court has removed one roadblock from the Trump administration’s attempts to impose severe restrictions on voting.
Apple Mac Mini M6 and Mac Studio M5 Ultra: Specs, Price, Release Date
Apple’s Mac Mini and Mac Studio have been tough to buy for months, but updated versions have arrived. Both include new chips optimized for AI, with the M6 Mac Mini getting a $200 price bump.
I Tested Kitchen Composters for 2 Years. These Are the Ones I’d Buy (2026)
After years of smells, strange noises, and “tea,” these are the composters and food recyclers I’d actually recommend.
The 4 Best Car Phone Mounts I’ve Tried (2026): Belkin, Andery, Andobil
The best car phone holders keep your phone firmly in place while never getting in your line of sight. I took a dozen on road trips this summer to find the best.
The County Prosecutors Who Became ICE Informants
Illinois prosecutors shared defendants’ personal data with federal immigration agents without criminal warrants, public disclosure, or legislative oversight.
Optoma GT2400HDR Review: Ace Projector for Golf Simulation
The Optoma GT2400HDR laser projector is great for setting up a driving range in your living room, but mediocre video quality makes it less appealing for home entertainment.
Border Wall Construction Threatens 6,000 Years of History on Private Lands
Archeologists are confronting an “unfathomable” loss as border wall construction is set to cut across ranches that are home to unique historical sites, many of which haven’t been fully studied.
It Should Be Harder to Apply for a Job. No, Really
Thanks to a dwindling supply of open roles, “one-click” applications, and the rise of artificial intelligence, it’s easier than ever to apply for a job. We’re all paying the price.
Spirit Airlines Wants to Sell Its Data to Google. Former Flight Attendants Are Freaked Out
“It never crossed my mind that they would be so bold as to sell our private data for AI,” says one former Spirit Airlines flight attendant.
Omega Just Released a Mini Moonwatch
Say hello to a revamped collection of perfectly proportioned 38-mm Speedmasters.
Data Centers Are Driving an Alarming Gas Power Expansion in the US
There’s no clearer sign of the data center boom than rampant gas projects that have been proposed or that are already under construction.
Bitdefender VPN Review: Fast and Affordable Privacy
Bitdefender VPN has an excellent starting price, even if it lacks the advanced features that privacy nerds may want.
Can You Kill Salmonella in Eggs Without Cooking Them? I Tried It
With advice from infectious disease experts, I tested a low-effort way to pasteurize eggs at home.
The Best Kitchen Gadget to Prevent Salmonella Is a Good Meat Probe
Salmonella outbreaks are seemingly everywhere right now. A good temperature probe is the last and best line of defense.
My Daily Driver Gaming Headset Is Super Cheap Right Now
I love this multi-device headset, and right now it’s cheaper than what I paid for it in March.
Birdfy Nest Duo Review: My Own Private Nature Documentary
With two cameras and built-in climate sensors, the Birdfy Nest Duo let me watch an entire nesting season unfold.