What it might look like to dive on Mars.

The Avengers—and a bunch of other heroes—assemble on May 4, 2018.

Trump's latest broadside against Elizabeth Warren illustrates how he broadcasts casual racism into the world's feed.

Opinion: The US argues that police can access cell phone records freely because customers volunteer that data. But cell phones are no longer optional.

A legal battle is trying to expose the inner workings of TrueAllele, game-changing software that attempts to identify criminals based on subtle traces of DNA.

Dazzle camouflage used to save warships from enemy targeters during World War I. Now it's back in San Diego.

If we treat the net like the utility it is, we'll get neutrality and more. Just look at Wilson, North Carolina.

When its first stateside Speedfactory opens in Atlanta, Adidas will be chasing the future of automated manufacturing in America, too.

An app for students in Fresno, California, schools awards points and badges for attendance, good grades and extracurricular activities, in an effort to improve outcomes.

Scientists can train the immune system to attack cancer. But the prices—and the body's reaction—can go overboard.

Facebook asks some users to upload a picture of their face to authenticate themselves in cases of "suspicious activity."

New evidence reveals that Uber had failed to disclose potentially vital evidence in its legal fight with Waymo.

A new study finds that automation could displace up to 800 million jobs globally, but says an even greater number of new jobs will be created.

The bad news: Tuesday's missile test shows that North Korea's ICBM can likely hit the US. The slightly less bad news: It's still a long way off from actually doing so.

A Turkish company found a glaring flaw in Apple's desktop operating system that gives anyone deep access, no password required.

We're not saying this interstellar object is a spaceship. But it sure would make for some cool physics.

Federico Ardila opens up about his journey as a mathematician, teacher, Colombian transplant, DJ and creator of mathematical spaces.

The FCC's net neutrality public comment period was overrun with bots, making it all but impossible for any one voice to be heard. That's not how this is supposed to work.

Photographer Lucas Foglia examines the complex dynamic between humans and their habitat.

Researchers are crossbreeding domesticated crops with their wild ancestors to propagate superhardy strains that better withstand droughts, heat waves, and freezes.

Skeletons don't move, or wear clothes, like normal people. Here's how Pixar made them look as natural as possible.

The US Air Force is paying the defense contractor $26 million contract to develop a laser system that can protect fighters from incoming missiles.

WeWork is buying Meetup, it was announced today. That's an incredibly smart move, writes Jessi Hempel.

As other viral publishers succumb to Facebook's algorithm changes, Bored Panda thrives with a mix of photos, animal stories, and funny lists.

The Nike-owned shoemaker teams up with Gore to make a new line of weatherproof mens shoes and outerwear.

The most exciting, best Cyber Monday tech deals we've found around the web for 2017!

Grab these discounted items for your in-home relaxation or out-of-doors adventures.

Soft robots are nice and cuddly, but that also makes them weak. Until, that is, researchers gave them skeletons.

We've found great deals on television sets, home theater gear, and more.

Gmail, Outlook, and some exciting startups are all trying to rebuild email for 2017.

Shopping for some new cans or buds? How about Bluetooth speakers? Here are the sales worth digging into.

In his latest novel, David Ignatius tackles the intersection of quantum computing and spying

Our favorite laptop, phone, and device deals on Black Friday 2017 weekend!

These holiday kings don't bring frankincense and myrrh—they bring dubstep and mirth.

Opinion: A Googler finds that engineering techniques help keep the peace at home.

Mythic is developing chips with analog, rather than digital, circuits, to put the benefits of AI in smaller devices.

With a new year around the corner, now's a great time to pick up a new DSLR, lens, or mirrorless camera.

14 tech gifts to make one of the world's hardest jobs just a little bit easier.

If only the internet would've let President Trump off the hook the way he did that turkey.

Silicon Valley companies are snapping up cartography graduates, leading to a boom in degrees.

Opinion: The Pentagon collects so much surveillance footage that humans can’t watch all of it. It’s time to deploy AI.

Don't settle for the look and feel of your Android smartphone out of the box. Use these personalization apps, tricks, and settings to make it truly yours.

Every year at the annual Supercomputing Conference, a team of volunteers builds the world’s fastest temporary network.

15 presents for the kids in your life to put together, take apart, and everything else in between.

John Crowley's new novel is a return to his writing roots.

Google acknowledged this week that Android devices communicate the nearest cell tower, even after you turn off location services and remove the SIM card.

When robots invade the kitchen.

The new Firefox is fast, it's secure, and it's full of clever little things that make web browsing better.

Bacterial biofilms and slime molds are more than crude patches of goo. Detailed time-lapse microscopy reveals how they sense and explore their surroundings, communicate with their neighbors and adaptively reshape themselves.

In the ultra-crowded city, caverns could offer room for things like waste management and treatment, data storage, parking, and slaughterhouses.