Infectious diseases spread exponentially, yes, but only in the beginning. Thank God.

The president promises a return to work “sooner than people think.” But public health experts say we need months of social distancing to prevent millions of deaths from Covid-19.

Satellite images show empty cities, popup mega-hospitals, and other signs of the pandemic's spread.

Researchers found that the cephalopod is the only creature that can edit its RNA outside the nucleus. It's a tool that may one day help genetic medicine.

Utilities and grid operators are well-prepared to handle the pandemic, but a second wave of the virus later this year could be disastrous.

Beyond immediate measures to mitigate this disaster, societies need to start reimagining the global economy to avoid future disasters.

Looking for something to pass the time while you're social distancing? These games have been working for us.

Now with lidar, Apple's newest tablet is the most powerful and feature-rich iPad yet. It's also great for watching Netflix while stuck in self isolation.

Apple's new iPadOS 13.4 adds enhanced support for trackpads. And with that, a shiny new cursor.

Jevin West and Carl Bergstrom are policing Twitter feeds, Medium posts, and other sources of bad data and misleading charts.

A 100-year-old way to beat disease could help researchers figure out how to harness the antibodies from earlier patients to help the newly infected.

DJs, comedians, drag queens—entertainers across the country are livestreaming performances to reach audiences and raise money.

On the online marketplace more often associated with handmade and vintage goods, sellers are pivoting to meet pandemic-related demands.

An old photo of a U.S. president on mooseback is often used to illustrate the deep roots of media deception. The real story may not back that up.

After over a million downloads, the Tekya-infected Android offerings are finally on ice.

People are working with a vast amount of uncertainty about Covid-19. But in two weeks, we might have enough data to take action with precision.

New studies suggest that while children still fare better than adults, babies, toddlers and kids with other conditions remain at risk.

The disgraced Hollywood mogul is serving a 23-year prison sentence in New York.

As schools close, parents are turning to children’s book writers and illustrators on social media to help with teaching kids stuck inside.

We've been led to believe that robots and AI are replacing humans en masse. But this economic catastrophe is blowing up that myth.

After her daughter died of an overdose, Marianne Skolek Perez became an advocate on behalf of OxyContin victims, delving into how the drug was being sold.

The low-tech site run by health experts collects reports of new diseases in real time. They've got a shoestring budget—and a stunning track record.

The pen company's first headphones silence the world as if they're submerging you in jet black ink.

Bill Gates and Jack Ma have stepped in where Donald Trump has failed. But public health shouldn't be dictated by the whims of the rich.

Coronavirus fears lead the big automakers—including a stubborn Tesla—to suspend operations, while airlines are hauling more goods, fewer people.

Most of the online chatter last week focused on the coronavirus pandemic. But when things went off-topic, they went really off-topic.

To beat back the boredom of isolation, take a spin through our backlog of videos featuring world-class pastime enthusiasts.

Phishing, malware, and more only escalate in times of uncertainty. Here's how to protect yourself.

The homebrew rocket maker had dreams of fame and fortune. Those dreams ended on the edge of the Mojave Desert. I shouldn't have been there to witness it.

From protecting privacy to saving the free press, it may be the single best way to fix the internet.

How about some fun (and bouncity) physics puzzles to solve while you're stuck at home?

Let us gaze down upon our dear Pale Blue Dot.

In some countries, satellite images, internet speed, and traffic information reveal what governments won’t.

Plus: iPhone cracking, credit card skimming, and more of the week's top security news.

Ron Howard is reportedly developing a series based on the movie for Disney\+. Is that necessary?

Ash and debris from the massive January fires are now clouding Australia's waterways, killing aquatic life and threatening drinking water supplies.

For everyone stuck at home, these are our favorite videogames, gadgets, and gift subscriptions for adjusting to a new reality.

Smartphones could be a powerful weapon against the novel coronavirus. But tracking people's movements would offend many Americans' sense of privacy.

While the world continues to hunker down amidst the spread of Covid-19, GDC is already planning for a recovery.

The spreading coronavirus prompts public officials in several states and cities to order residents to stay inside, except for “essential” business.

How is it spread? Why's it called “coronavirus”? Dr. Seema Yasmin answers your burning questions about the pandemic.

The World Health Organization is partnering with the messaging app to help ensure trustworthy information gets out.

There's a lidar scanner on Apple's newest iPad, but it isn't really for the iPad at all.

Samsung's latest Galaxy S20 and S20 Plus smartphones are so good, you'll hardly ever stop to think about them.

Plus: Larry Page’s predictions on regulation, Elon Musk’s brain chip, and an unthinkably bad day for Utah.

Infectious diseases grow exponentially, not linearly. The number of cases seems small—until they're not, and then it's too late.

This week, we discuss why Italy has been hit so hard by the coronavirus, and we have tips for how parents can keep kids entertained as schools close.

Netflix is slowing streams in Europe in an effort to preserve bandwidth amid the pandemic. But US providers seem to be holding up to the surge in usage.