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Meta says it will retire Facebook's "news" tag in the UK, France, and Germany, ahead of rules that might force it to pay for content. Users may not care, but it has left media scrambling.

European politicians are nervous about where TikTok's data goes. The company is spending big on local data centers, but analysts say it's not enough.

Physicists finally know where at least some of these high-energy particles come from, which helps make the neutrinos useful for exploring fundamental physics.

Google's search dominance is going on trial in the biggest US antitrust case since a crackdown on Big Tech that started in 2019.

Apps that offer to "do it all" will subject users to even more exploitation and surveillance, while large tech companies profit.

Apple's iCloud and Google Photos make file storage easy-as long as your memories stay on someone else's server. There's another way.

Prepare your home to handle any natural disaster or emergency with these crucial essentials.

Plus: Google leaked its own images of the Pixel 8 and Pixel Watch, and you can now learn music in Duolingo.

Plus: Apple patches newly discovered flaws exploited by NSO Group spyware, North Korean hackers target security researchers, and more.

Doona's newest device promises that you won't forget your kid in a hot car seat. But be wary of devices that could harm more than help.

As dry soils contract, underground pipes rupture-disrupting cities, frustrating conservation efforts, and highlighting the vulnerability of critical infrastructure to a warming climate.

It's pumpkin spice season, and what better way to celebrate that than with some spice for your bedroom?

A new US government body would force companies to seek a license before working on powerful AI models like OpenAI's GPT-4, under a bipartisan proposal by senators Richard Blumenthal and Josh Hawley.

Charles Martinet has finally explained his new ambassador role at Nintendo. But the person behind Mario's new voice remains a mystery.

Following a joint mishap investigation" by SpaceX and the FAA, the federal agency listed 63 issues that must be addressed before launches can resume at the Texas site.

Civil rights groups say efforts to get US intelligence agencies to adopt privacy reforms have largely failed. Without those changes, renewal of a post-911 surveillance policy may be doomed.

The CEO's vision for Taser-equipped drones includes a fictitious scenario in which the technology averts a shooting at a day care center.

This week, we discuss how adding animated chats to Roblox will advance the company's plan to enrich its virtual world.

The company is adding avatar-based, 3D video chat to its virtual world in an effort to expand its audience-and to keep the kids around as they grow older.

Previous films like Being John Malkovich and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind had more humor than recent fare like I'm Thinking of Ending Things.

Fueled by warm water and humidity, hurricanes can quickly turn into life-threatening monsters. Get ready for more of this phenomenon as the planet warms.

The US Digital Service has seen its staff and budget expand under president Biden. Director Mina Hsiang says online government services should be made as compelling as apps from Silicon Valley.

Brewing tea can be as simple as dropping a bag in a cup. But if you want to elevate your experience, try a few of our favorite handy gadgets.

This high-end streamer/headphone amp combo is among the best you'll hear, but it has a price tag to match.

At best, suggested videos are bad. At worst, they lead to disinformation. Here's how to take control with just one setting toggle.

The world needs thousands of new grid battery installations to fight climate change. They rarely catch fire-but many people are skeptical of having one next door.

Transplant organs are scarce. Could growing ones with human cells in pigs alleviate the shortage?

One of the best parts of following Bethesda's games has been watching how the community embraces its glitchy worlds.

Unpredictable and extreme weather is eating Burning Man alive. Now organizers and attendees are faced with a decision: Enact large-scale policy changes or bag the whole thing.

Authorities have sanctioned 11 alleged members of the cybercriminal groups, while the US Justice Department unsealed three federal indictments against nine people accused of being members.

Treat yourself while saving money on these recycled accessories-the planet will thank you. Or take advantage of eye-watering price cuts on Samsung smartwatches and earbuds.

A law meant to crack down on short-term rentals in New York City took effect Tuesday. Thousands have dropped off the map, but there are still hosts offering bookings that may break the law.

And the first case on the docket may well be Russia's cyberattacks against civilian critical infrastructure in Ukraine.

Almost all of Studio Ghibli's films are on Netflix and Max. To help prioritize your animation binge, we've ranked every single one.

Social media algorithms usually promote biases toward white, thin bodies. Pinterest is using machine learning to surface images of all shapes and sizes.

Instead of using a countertop bottle warmer, Ember's $400 system can warm your baby's bottle and keep it cool on the go.

Stories about AI liberation aren't obsolete-and they aren't really about robots, either.

This small Android phone deserves to exist.

Here's how to request that your personal information not be used to train Meta's AI model. "Request" is the operative word here.

Boil, roast, bake, saute, and grill-this cooker can do it all and packs up into a portable, go-anywhere kitchen.

If Silicon Valley CEOs were all exceptional, you'd expect the industry itself to be unique in its success and durability. It's not.

When the internet confused her with a Covid truther, the author journeyed down the rabbit hole to understand why.

Bruce had kind eyes and dressed well. Evelyn fell for him on Hinge, and then he stole $300,000. Now, she's following the money trail.

Two new studies of the potential of text- and image-generating algorithms suggest they could add scary new scale and power to online disinformation campaigns.

After leaving many questions unanswered, Microsoft explains in a new postmortem the series of slipups that allowed attackers to steal and abuse a valuable cryptographic key.

Swatch's $400 sequel to the MoonSwatch is inspired by sea slugs and ditches quartz for the budget brand's automatic movement.

Matthew Allen's AI art won first prize at the Colorado State Fair. But the US government has ruled it can't be copyrighted because it's too much machine" and not enough human."

Two weeks after staff at queer dating app Grindr unionized, bosses ordered employees back to the office. Nearly half the app's workers refused and have been laid off.

The UK government has admitted that the technology needed to securely scan encrypted messages sent on Signal and WhatsApp doesn't exist, weakening its controversial Online Safety Bill.

The new cookbook from Bricia Lopez approaches Mexican cuisine with a festive, LA vibe. The recipes, which heavily feature open-flame cooking, are universally delicious.