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Scientists May Have Discovered the Origins of the Euphrates River, Which Helped Nurture Some of the Earliest Known Civilizations
The famous waterway began as two rivers, a new study suggests. Tectonic activity around five million years ago probably made them change course and merge, helping to birth the Fertile Crescent


Fish and Humans Share Surprisingly Similar Sleep Habits, Including Daytime Naps
A recent study suggests that zebrafish have four sleep substates, just like humans do—and one of them is akin to an afternoon snooze


This Infamous ‘Death Railway’ Station, Built by Forced Labor From Prisoners of War and Civilians in World War II, Was Just Revealed in Thailand
The Nithe Station, usually submerged under a reservoir, will be accessible this summer as officials drain the site to perform dam maintenance


Scientists Identify Swaths of Coral Reefs That Might Be Able to Withstand Climate Change, Offering New Avenues for Conservation
New research has mapped more than 64,000 square miles where the crucial habitat seems to be somewhat protected from the impacts of the warming ocean


Authorities Investigated Reports of an Illegal Excavation in Rome. Then, They Stumbled Upon an Ancient Villa Adorned With Mosaics
In the second century C.E., Roman emperors such as Marcus Aurelius and Antoninus Pius frequented the area where the residence was found


Two Well-Preserved Roman Busts Were Discovered Inside a Wine Vat in Israel Near the Capital City of a Roman Province
One is inscribed with the name "Lycurgus," suggesting the bust may depict the legendary founder of ancient Sparta


How Angry, Out-of-Work Fishermen Saved the Patriots During the American Revolution
The British punished rebellious New Englanders by depriving them of their livelihood. This led unemployed mariners to enlist in the patriot cause


Archaeologists Discover Evidence a Wooden Prototype for Stonehenge May Have Aligned With the Solstice 500 Years Before the Stone Circle
The remains of a wooden monument in southern England, three miles away from Stonehenge, may demonstrate Neolithic people's interest in the heavens


A 6-Year-Old Boy Spotted Something Sticking Out of the Ground in a Field. It Turned Out to Be a Viking Sword
Henrik Refsnes Mørtvedt was on a school field trip when he found the roughly 1,200-year-old weapon. The single-edged blade will now be preserved at an Oslo museum


New Discovery That Hunter-Gatherer Children Died of Plague More Than Five Millennia Ago Sets Back the Date of the Earliest Outbreak
The skeletons of nomadic families unearthed in Siberia harbor "Yersinia pestis" bacteria, which challenges theories about conditions needed for the disease to spread


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Scientists open a million-year-old time capsule hidden beneath New Zealand
A cave in New Zealand has yielded fossils from a lost ecosystem that existed about 1 million years ago, including a possible flying ancestor of the kākāpō. The discovery reveals that volcanoes and climate upheaval were reshaping the country’s wildlife and driving extinctions long before humans arrived.


NASA’s Cold Atom Lab is creating one of the weirdest forms of matter in space
NASA’s upgraded Cold Atom Lab is turning the International Space Station into a frontier for quantum research, creating ultra-cold matter that behaves in astonishing ways. The experiments could unlock new discoveries about the universe while paving the way for powerful future technologies in space and on Earth.


This emerging treatment is helping people avoid knee replacement surgery
A minimally invasive treatment called GAE is helping people with chronic knee pain get back to gardening, cycling, and other activities without undergoing knee replacement surgery. Early studies suggest the procedure can provide years of relief by reducing inflammation inside the joint.


Scientists say most people need more protein than current guidelines suggest
A new review suggests that doing more exercise and eating more protein than current minimum recommendations may help people stay stronger, sharper, and more independent as they age. The goal isn't building a beach body—it's extending healthspan and maintaining the ability to fully enjoy life for decades longer.


A common vitamin could help fight one of the deadliest brain cancers
A clinical trial is exploring whether high doses of vitamin B3 could give patients with glioblastoma a better chance against the aggressive brain cancer. Scientists found that niacin may help revive immune cells that tumors shut down, allowing them to attack cancer more effectively. Early results have been promising, with patients showing significantly better progression-free survival than expected.


Butterfly that barely ages could help unlock longevity secrets
Scientists discovered that Heliconius butterflies have evolved an extraordinary lifespan, living several times longer than closely related species. Even more surprising, some show little sign of physical decline as they age. Their unusual pollen-feeding lifestyle may play a role, but the research suggests deeper evolutionary changes are also helping them stay healthy for longer.


Future astronauts could walk across rocks from deep inside the Moon
A colossal ancient collision may have left some of the Moon’s deepest secrets surprisingly close to future Artemis landing sites. By recreating the impact that formed the giant South Pole-Aitken basin—the Moon’s largest and oldest crater—scientists found that a low-angle strike from a large, iron-cored object blasted material from deep inside the Moon, including mantle rocks.


Ebola and hantavirus can start like the flu but turn deadly fast
Two dangerous viruses are back in the spotlight, reminding health officials how quickly infectious diseases can become serious threats. Hantavirus, often linked to rodents, can cause severe heart and lung complications and has no specific treatment or vaccine, while certain strains can even spread between people. Ebola remains one of the world's most feared diseases, with some outbreaks killing up to half of those infected, although vaccines and antivirals have improved outcomes for some strains.


T. rex took 40 years to reach full size, scientists find
Tyrannosaurus rex may have been a much slower grower than scientists realized. A new study of 17 tyrannosaur fossils found that the giant predator likely took about 40 years to reach its full size of roughly eight tons, extending previous estimates by 15 years.


As lakes turn brown, trout and bass decline while pike and walleye thrive
Freshwater lakes across North America and Europe are becoming noticeably browner, reducing underwater visibility and reshaping fish populations. Research found that several popular sport fish, including trout, bass, perch, and whitefish, tend to decline in darker waters. Meanwhile, walleye and northern pike often become more abundant because they are better adapted to low-visibility conditions. The shift could change both lake ecosystems and the fishing experience for millions of anglers.


One common fat may fuel type 2 diabetes while another helps fight it
Not all fats affect your body the same way. Researchers found that palmitic acid, a saturated fat common in many foods, may contribute to insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes by triggering inflammation, toxic fat buildup, and cellular stress. In contrast, oleic acid—the heart-healthy fat abundant in olive oil—appears to help protect insulin function and may even counter some of the harmful effects of palmitic acid.


Chinese sodium battery surprised scientists by matching key Tesla benchmarks
Researchers found that a Chinese sodium-ion battery performs far better than expected, with production quality and design features comparable to Tesla’s batteries. If engineers can improve cold-weather charging and energy density, sodium could become a cheaper and more abundant alternative to lithium for EVs and large-scale energy storage.


Long-lived families reveal a rare genetic clue to healthy aging
A study of long-lived families has identified rare genetic variants that may help people stay healthier for much longer as they age. One standout mutation appears to temper inflammation, potentially delaying disease and extending years of healthy living.


Tubulin prevents toxic brain protein clumps linked to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
Scientists at Baylor College of Medicine may have uncovered a promising new way to combat Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. Instead of trying to stop Tau and alpha-synuclein proteins from gathering into tiny droplets inside brain cells, the researchers found that tubulin—the protein that builds the cell’s internal transport network—can redirect these proteins away from forming toxic clumps and toward healthy, productive work.


Yale study finds nearly half of older adults improved with age
A long-term Yale study is challenging one of the biggest myths about aging. Nearly half of adults over 65 improved physically, mentally, or both over time, despite the common belief that aging means constant decline. Researchers found that people with more positive attitudes about getting older were significantly more likely to show these gains.


More trees can mean fewer birds, new study reveals
Trees planted to protect farmland from wind may not be the biodiversity boost many assume. In Japan’s wetland farming landscapes, shelterbelts benefited some birds but sharply reduced grassland and wetland species that need open space. Researchers found grassland bird abundance dropped by more than 70% near shelterbelts.


Scientists discover neurons must break their DNA to build the brain
As newborn neurons make their way through the developing brain, they must squeeze through incredibly tight spaces to reach their final destinations. Researchers discovered that this physical journey routinely causes some of the most severe forms of DNA damage—double-strand breaks—yet the young brain has evolved an impressive ability to repair the damage almost immediately.


This simple twist could bring quantum computers closer to reality
Researchers found that twisting layered sheets of hexagonal boron nitride can dramatically change the light produced by quantum emitters embedded within the material. The technique offers an unexpected new level of control over components that could power future quantum computers, communications systems, and sensors.


A single cobalt shock could trigger global EV battery supply chaos
The global cobalt supply chain is more interconnected—and more vulnerable—than previously thought, with disruptions capable of triggering far-reaching cascades across multiple countries and industries. Researchers warn that protecting battery supply chains will require system-wide coordination because critical bottlenecks can turn local shocks into global problems.


This DNA repair gene went rogue and exposed a cancer weakness
Scientists have discovered that a gene normally considered a DNA-protecting "good guy" can become dangerous when cells make too much of it. The gene, EXO1, acts like molecular scissors that help repair DNA, but when overproduced it starts cutting DNA it shouldn't, creating damage linked to cancer.


Meteorite reveals a lost moon-sized world from the dawn of the solar system
A rare meteorite has revealed evidence of a massive lost world that once orbited the young Sun before being destroyed in a catastrophic collision. The discovery suggests some early planets formed from dramatically different materials than Earth and Mars, rewriting part of the solar system’s origin story.


Hidden geological process offsets carbon emissions from thawing permafrost
Scientists found that thawing permafrost can trigger increased rock weathering, a natural process that absorbs CO2 from the atmosphere. In some regions, this carbon uptake was strong enough to fully offset — or even surpass — river greenhouse gas emissions.


The secret language behind animal cooperation
Animals from different species often rely on surprisingly sophisticated communication to work together, whether finding food, cleaning parasites, or gaining protection. New research suggests these interspecies “conversations” are flexible, evolved, and far more important to life in nature than scientists once realized.


Scientists found a cannabis compound that relieves pain without the high
Compounds responsible for the aroma of cannabis and many other plants may offer a surprising new way to relieve chronic pain. Researchers found that several cannabis-derived terpenes significantly reduced pain in mouse models of fibromyalgia and post-surgical pain, with one terpene, geraniol, showing especially strong effects. Unlike THC, these compounds are not associated with psychoactive effects, making them a potentially attractive alternative for pain treatment.


Major review finds vaping likely causes lung and oral cancer
Researchers have concluded that nicotine vapes are likely to cause lung and oral cancers, based on evidence ranging from human biomarkers to animal and laboratory studies. The findings challenge the idea that vaping is a harmless alternative to smoking and suggest health risks may be emerging much sooner than many expected.


Einstein’s “biggest blunder” may finally have an explanation
Scientists have uncovered a surprising connection between quantum gravity and an exotic quantum state of matter that could explain why the universe isn’t expanding wildly fast. The study suggests that the very shape of space-time may protect the cosmological constant from disruptive quantum effects.


Think you're eating healthy? You may be missing this heart-protecting nutrient
Eating five servings of fruits and vegetables may not be enough if you're missing foods rich in flavanols, a group of compounds linked to better heart health. Researchers found that choices like blackberries, plums, apples, broad beans, cherries, and green tea can dramatically increase flavanol intake.


Scientists expected a black hole but found a neutrino factory powered by stars
A distant galaxy nicknamed Shadow Blaster may have revealed a surprising source of cosmic neutrinos: extreme star formation instead of a supermassive black hole. The discovery suggests that hidden, dust-filled starburst galaxies could account for a significant fraction of the Universe’s high-energy neutrinos.


Researchers found a Wordle strategy that wins 99% of the time
Researchers developed a Wordle-solving strategy that succeeds 99% of the time by focusing on information gain rather than likely answers. The method uses Shannon entropy to identify guesses that reveal the most about the hidden word. Each guess is designed to slash uncertainty and narrow the possibilities faster. The result significantly outperformed more traditional Wordle tactics.


Scientists reprogram brain immune cells to fight Alzheimer’s
A newly identified molecule called OLE helped restore the brain’s immune cells to a more protective state in Alzheimer’s models. The treatment reduced toxic plaque buildup and improved memory, raising hopes for a new therapeutic approach.


Ozempic changed obesity treatment, but experts say the real revolution is next
The obesity treatment landscape is changing fast, with GLP-1 drugs opening the door to more effective care than ever before. Experts now envision a future where medications, minimally invasive procedures, surgery, and precision medicine work together to deliver better long-term results.


Major errors found in Al Gore-founded Climate TRACE database
A new study from Northern Arizona University is raising red flags about a widely used global emissions database from Climate TRACE, a consortium co-founded by Al Gore. Researchers found that the database may be dramatically undercounting carbon dioxide emissions from cars and trucks in cities—by an average of 70% across 260 U.S. cities, with some cities showing gaps of more than 90%.


DNA time stamps reveal the strawberry’s surprising origins
Researchers have created a new way to reconstruct the evolutionary history of complex plant genomes by analyzing genetic traces left by transposable elements. The technique revealed that modern strawberries were assembled through multiple ancient genome-merging events, shedding new light on how major crop species evolved.


Think human anatomy is finished? Scientists say think again
Despite centuries of study, scientists are still finding new details and even overlooked structures within the human body. As researchers explore anatomical differences between individuals, it’s becoming clear that the body is far more complex—and less fully understood—than textbooks suggest.


This giant tropical fruit could help reverse gum disease damage
A new biomaterial made from jackfruit latex, pomegranate peel, and simvastatin could transform the treatment of severe gum disease. Early tests suggest it not only combats infection and inflammation but may also help rebuild lost bone and tissue around teeth.


SpaceX wants to build AI data centers in space. Will it work?
The race to build data centers in space is gaining momentum as AI drives unprecedented demand for computing power. Orbital facilities could tap into abundant solar energy and avoid many of the environmental challenges faced on Earth. Yet space remains a harsh and expensive place to operate, with major hurdles including cooling, maintenance, radiation exposure, and orbital debris.


Arizona reservoir nearly vanishes after snowpack collapse triggers massive fish kill
A historic lack of snow in the Gila River watershed has left Arizona’s San Carlos Reservoir less than 1% full, triggering a massive fish kill and an indefinite closure. Despite the bleak conditions, heavy summer rains could help the reservoir rebound.


Black hole winds may be robbing giant galaxies of their future stars
Astronomers may be closing in on a long-standing cosmic mystery: why some of the universe’s biggest galaxies seem to have far fewer stars than expected. Using NASA- and JAXA-supported XRISM observations of a galaxy called NGC 4151, researchers found strong evidence that supermassive black holes can unleash powerful winds that blow away the raw material needed to make new stars.


Ancient DNA reveals plague was already killing humans 5,500 years ago
Plague was already a deadly killer 5,500 years ago, long before cities, farming, or the rat-infested conditions usually linked to historic outbreaks. By analyzing ancient DNA from hunter-gatherer cemeteries in Siberia, researchers discovered early plague strains in nearly 40% of the individuals studied and found evidence of rapid family-based outbreaks that wiped out many children and young teenagers.


Superconductivity breakthrough could unlock ultra-efficient electronics
A clever nanoscale redesign may have solved one of superconductivity’s biggest problems. Researchers in Sweden discovered that by subtly sculpting the surface beneath an ultrathin superconducting material, they could make it stay superconducting at higher temperatures and under much stronger magnetic fields.


Scientists May Have Found What Really Triggers Alzheimer’s Disease
Scientists may have uncovered a hidden trigger behind Alzheimer’s disease. Instead of plaques being the root cause, amyloid beta appears to interfere with tau, a protein that helps keep neurons functioning properly. This disruption could set off the damage that eventually leads to the disease’s most recognizable brain changes.


Humans may have hidden regenerative powers
Scientists have taken a surprising step toward unlocking regeneration in mammals, showing that the ability to rebuild complex body parts may not be lost after all—it may simply be switched off. Using a two-stage treatment, researchers redirected the body’s normal healing response away from scar formation and toward regrowth, successfully restoring bone, joints, ligaments, and tendons after amputation in animal studies.


Researchers found 8 common food additives linked to high blood pressure and heart disease
A major study of more than 112,000 people found that eating foods containing common preservatives may be linked to a higher risk of high blood pressure and heart-related diseases. Researchers tracked participants for up to eight years and discovered that people consuming the highest amounts of certain preservatives had significantly greater risks of hypertension, heart attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems.


Scientists discover spider that disguises itself as a parasitic fungus
Scientists have discovered a new Amazonian spider with an astonishing disguise: it looks like a parasitic fungus. The species, Taczanowskia waska, mimics both the appearance and behavior of the fungus, helping it stay hidden from predators and potentially catch prey more easily.


These bees have nowhere to hide from extreme heat
A major study of Australian native bees found that stem-nesting species may be the first to feel the impact of climate change. Unlike bees that nest underground, they have few ways to escape dangerous heat. Researchers also discovered that tropical bees are particularly vulnerable, even when they are already adapted to hot environments. The findings suggest bee behavior could be a key factor in determining which species survive a warming world.


Scientists discover an earthquake gate as California faults reach their highest stress levels in 1,000 years
A new study suggests Southern California's major fault system is more stressed than at any point in the last 1,000 years. Researchers found that the Cajon Pass, where the San Andreas and San Jacinto faults meet, could act as an “earthquake gate” that determines whether a future rupture spreads across both faults. Current conditions resemble those that preceded some of the region’s largest historical earthquakes.


A surprising discovery reveals the kidney has a secret backup system
Scientists at Mayo Clinic have uncovered a surprising new way the kidneys conserve water, revealing a hidden backup system that works independently of the hormone long believed to control the process. The discovery emerged when researchers testing an old drug called probenecid expected it to worsen polycystic kidney disease (PKD) but found it actually slowed cyst growth instead.


Ozempic and Wegovy linked to surprising drop in violent behavior
A Rutgers study suggests GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic and Wegovy may weaken the link between impulsive tendencies and violent behavior. The surprising finding hints that these medications could affect how people act on impulses, though researchers stress that cause and effect have not been proven.


A daily probiotic may help relieve depression and anxiety
A small clinical trial suggests that probiotics may offer a surprising mental health boost for older adults with depression. Seniors who took a daily probiotic alongside their regular antidepressant treatment experienced slightly greater improvements in depression and anxiety symptoms than those who received a placebo.


Could cosmic memory explain dark matter, dark energy, and black holes?
A new theory suggests the universe is constantly recording its own history in the fabric of spacetime. If correct, this cosmic memory could help solve some of the biggest puzzles in physics, from black holes to dark matter and the universe’s ultimate fate.


10 surprising ways diabetes and dementia are connected
Diabetes and dementia appear to be closely intertwined, with each condition potentially influencing the other. Problems with insulin and glucose can affect the brain’s energy supply, increase inflammation, and damage blood vessels linked to memory loss. Researchers are also finding that some popular diabetes medications may lower dementia risk. These discoveries are opening new possibilities for protecting brain health as people age.


The first primates may have evolved in the cold, not the tropics
A surprising new study suggests the earliest primates didn't originate in tropical forests but in cold, dry parts of North America. Some may have even survived seasonal Arctic conditions by slowing their metabolism or hibernating. Researchers found that dramatic climate shifts, rather than warmth, played a major role in driving primate evolution and expansion. The discovery reshapes our understanding of how our own lineage began.


On the brink of extinction, the vaquita gets a digital lifeline
Scientists have digitally preserved the world’s most endangered marine mammal by creating highly detailed 3D models of a vaquita skeleton using advanced imaging technology. The virtual archive provides an unprecedented look at the species and could help inspire conservation efforts before the tiny porpoise disappears forever.


Common plastic chemical linked to lifelong anxiety in new study
Exposure to a common plastic chemical before and shortly after birth may have lasting effects on behavior. Researchers found that male rats exposed early in life to DEHP—a plasticizer used in products ranging from medical devices to toys—showed significantly higher anxiety as adults, even long after exposure had ended. The animals were more hesitant to explore open spaces and spent more time frozen in place, classic signs of anxiety in rodents.


New plasma trick could unlock smaller, more powerful computer chips
A new technique could solve one of the biggest challenges in making future computer chips from ultrathin materials. Researchers found that coating molybdenum disulfide with oxygen or fluorine lets manufacturers remove just the top layer of atoms much more safely during plasma processing. The result is a cleaner, more controlled path toward smaller and more capable electronics.


New procedure delivers lasting knee arthritis pain relief without surgery
A minimally invasive treatment that blocks inflammation-driving blood vessels in the knee provided significant pain relief and improved function for osteoarthritis patients, with benefits lasting at least a year. The procedure was safe, highly successful, and could offer a new alternative for people seeking relief before considering knee replacement.


Scientists found an early depression clue hidden in children’s eyes
Depression appears to change what children notice in the faces around them, but the effect depends on family history. Kids with a higher inherited risk became more focused on sadness, while lower-risk children lost some of their natural attention to happy expressions.


Alien messages may have reached Earth without us realizing it
A new SETI study suggests we may be overlooking alien signals not because they aren't there, but because their own stars are scrambling them before they escape into space. Turbulent plasma and powerful stellar storms can spread an ultra-narrow radio transmission across a wider range of frequencies, making it much harder for traditional searches to spot. The effect could be especially important around M-dwarf stars, the most common stars in the Milky Way.


This strange material can become strong or fall apart in seconds
Scientists have found that staple-shaped particles can tangle together to create a material that is both strong and flexible. Unlike conventional materials, these particles can be locked into a sturdy structure or rapidly unraveled using vibrations. The unusual behavior could open the door to recyclable buildings, reconfigurable structures, and even futuristic robotic technologies.


Scientists just found a hidden weakness in forever chemicals
Researchers discovered that hydrogen radicals generated by intense UV light can break down stubborn PFAS “forever chemicals” without added chemicals. The breakthrough reveals a key mechanism that could lead to greener and more effective technologies for permanently destroying these pollutants.


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Prime Day laptop deals dont impress me much. Heres how to get a good price on a PC.
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I track TV prices all year, so I know these 25+ TV deals on Prime Day are actually worth it
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I test e-readers: I found the best Prime Day Kindle deals worth shopping now
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Amazon devices are up to 65% off on Prime Day — shop Fire TVs and Blink cameras
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I test vacuums professionally, and I found the 10+ best on sale during Prime Day 2026
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Prime Day is live: 3 noise-cancelling headphones are down to record-low prices
Mashable's audio expert found the best Prime Day deals on noise-cancelling headphones from brands like Sony, Apple, and Nothing.


Were tuned into the best Prime Day headphones deals: Sony XM6 and AirPods Max 2 lead the pack
Find headphones on sale for Amazon Prime Day 2026. See our experts' favorite headphone deals, including Sony XM6, AirPods Max 2, and Anker Soundcore P30i.


Prime Day 2026: Live updates on Apple, Samsung, DJI, Kindle, and more Amazon deals
Get live updates on the first Prime Day of 2026. We found record-low prices on AirPods, DJI drones, Kindles, Sony headphones, and more.


Best Prime Day Ninja deals: Save over $100 on a 10-in-1 air fryer
Ninja kitchen appliances are already on sale ahead of Prime Day. While Amazon's big sale runs from June 23 to 26, deals are already live, and you can find big savings on the Ninja Foodi air fryers.


Take it from a pro vacuum reviewer: The best Prime Day Dyson deals arent at Amazon
Dyson vacuums and hair tools usually go on sale for Prime Day, but the deals aren't always worth it — and they're not always at Amazon.


The best Prime Day DJI deals you can shop now — drones, cameras, and mics at new lows
The best early Prime Day DJI deals you can shop now — save on drones and cameras.


The best Pokémon deals to grab over Prime Day — Walmarts Chaos Rising ETB price beats Amazon
Amazon's latest Prime Day sale runs from June 23 to 26, but there are plenty of Pokémon deals to buy in the TCG, video games, and other great gifts.


We swept Amazon for the best Prime Day Lego deals: Grab sets starting at $7.99
We found 17 early Prime Day Lego deals, with popular Fortnite, NASA, and Botanicals sets on sale at Amazon.


Home Depot is giving away free power tools over Prime Day — how to claim yours
Get free DeWalt tools at Home Depot and save on a Mammotion robot lawn mower and Aiper robot pool cleaner.


40+ Best Buy deals that match or beat Amazons Prime Day deals
Best Buy's Tech Fest sale will compete with Amazon Prime Day from June 22 to 28. Here's a look at its best early deals so far.


Target Circle Deal Days sale starts June 23: The best deals are now live
Target's anti-Prime Day sale, runs June 23 to 26. Sign-up for Circle membership now to shop the deals.


The best Walmart Summer Deals to shop during Prime Day
Walmart Summer Deals kicks off June 22, but plenty of early deals are already available. Save on Apple, gaming, TVs, and more.


Apples iPads are on sale for Prime Day — shop iPads for less than $300
Prime Day is June 23 to 26, but early deals are here. We rounded up the best deals on Apple iPads to shop ahead of the sale.


We found the best Apple Watch deals of Prime Day — shop the Series 11 at best-ever price
Prime Day is coming June 23-26 and ahead of Amazon's biggest sale of the year, we found early deals on Apple Watches. Shop the Series 11 at a new low price.


Ive covered Amazon Prime Day for 7 years. Here are the MacBook deals worth buying.
Mashable's senior shopping reporter and laptop expert shares her predictions for the best Amazon Prime Day MacBook deals.


The best AirPods deals of Prime Day — AirPods Max 2 are at a record-low price
The AirPods Pro 3 are just $179 ahead of Prime Day, putting them $70 below their $249 list price. It's our top pick of the four early Prime Day AirPods deals we found.


Everything to know about Amazon Prime Day: Dates, competition, and the best deals to shop
Amazon Prime Day will run from June 23 to 26 this year. Here's what you need to know about the summer sale ahead of time.


Hurdle hints and answers for June 23, 2026
Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place.


NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for June 23, 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 June 23, 2026
The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.


Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 23, 2026
Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1830 on June 23 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.


I test vacuums professionally, and I found the 10+ best on sale for Prime Day 2026
What vacuum should you buy on Prime Day 2026? Our vacuum expert hand-picked these offers — save $100 or more on Shark, Dreame, and Dyson vacuums.


Our favorite kitchen gadgets are on sale for Prime Day: Get up to 43% off Ninja Slushi, Breville espresso machines, air fryers
Our shopping team found the best Prime Day kitchen deals of 2026. Save up to 43% on the Ninja Slushi, KitchenAid stand mixers, and air fryers.


Target Circle Deal Days sale starts June 23: How to make the most of the sale
Target's anti-Prime Day sale, runs June 23 to 26. Sign-up for Circle membership now to shop the deals.


Review: The Fitbit Air is the most comfortable fitness tracker I’ve ever worn
The Fitbit Air is a comfortable fitness tracker that rivals Whoop and is much more affordable.


Autopiloted Tesla reportedly involved in Texas crash that killed a woman
Authorities are still investigating the deadly crash, but have cited failed autopilot systems in initial statements to the press.


I saw House of the Dragons Jace Velaryon DJ his own funeral
HBO hosted a "House of the Dragon" premiere viewing party DJed by Jace Velaryon actor Harry Collett. Mashable was there.


During Deal Days, it’s only $33 to get Visual Studio Pro for life
Visual Studio Pro is Microsoft's IDE, and it's only $33 today


Underdog joy is the heart of this World Cup
Curaçao, Cape Verde, Haiti, Iran, DR Congo, Uzbekistan, and Egypt are giving the 2026 World Cup its best underdog stories


Were tuned into the best Prime Day headphones deals: Sony XM6 and AirPods Max 2 lead the pack so far
Find headphones on sale for Amazon Prime Day 2026. See our experts' favorite headphone deals, including Sony XM6, AirPods Max 2, and Anker Soundcore P30i.


How to watch Norway vs. Senegal online for free
How to watch World Cup for free. Live stream Norway vs. Senegal in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.


Which streaming services offer free trials in 2026?
A breakdown of every streaming service that offers a free trial in 2026, including Peacock, Prime Video, and more.


Messi makes World Cup history — the internet reacts
Lionel Messi of Argentina scored his 17th and 18th World Cup goals, against Austria — days before his 39th birthday.


The 11 best gaming deals Id buy before Prime Day — Switch 2 bundles and Asus gaming laptops on sale
Save 30% on an Asus gaming laptop and 42% on a Samsung gaming monitor before Prime Day.


Amazon hides its best Prime Day sex toy deals, so I found the most exciting discounts from across the web
Shop the best early Prime Day sex toy deals of 2026. We found savings on body-safe vibrators, suction toys, and more.


Valves Steam Machine officially has a price, and its a doozy
The ongoing memory crisis has its latest victim: Valve's Steam Machine, which costs a lot more than it might have otherwise.


SpaceX stock price: Where it stands, what you need to know
Here's everything you need to know about SpaceX stock right now.


How to watch France vs. Iraq online for free
How to watch World Cup for free. Live stream France vs. Iraq in the 2026 FIFA World Cup for free from anywhere in the world.


Take it from a pro vacuum reviewer: The most worthwhile Prime Day Dyson deals arent at Amazon
Dyson vacuums and hair tools usually go on sale for Prime Day, but the deals aren't always worth it — and they're not always at Amazon.


We swept Amazon for the best early Prime Day Lego deals: Grab sets starting at $7.99
We found 17 early Prime Day Lego deals, with popular Fortnite, NASA, and Botanicals sets on sale at Amazon.


The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is at its lowest price ever ahead of Prime Day
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is on sale ahead of Prime Day. Get it for $499 ($300 off!) at Amazon.


The best anti-Prime Day sales 2026: Best Buy, Target, Walmart, and more
The best rival sales to Amazon Prime Day in 2026, including Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Home Depot, Ulta, and more.


Noise-cancelling and open earbuds are down to record-low prices ahead of Prime Day
We've rounded up the best early earbud deals you can grab today, including the AirPods Pro 3 for $179.99.


Prime Day starts tomorrow but cordless power tool deals are already live at Amazon
Save on cordless power tools at Amazon from Craftsman, DeWalt, Hoto, and more before Prime Day


Veed gives you AI generative video and intuitive editing tools, all in one place, for less
Tired of using a bunch of unconnected apps and platforms to build a single video? VEED fixes that for you, and you can save up to 30% right now.


Last chance: The Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus is down to a record-low price, saving you over $1,000
The Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus portable power station is on sale for $1,499 at Amazon today only, down from $2,799.


New leak reveals more about Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2
Samsung might ditch the Classic model and go all-in on the Galaxy Watch Ultra this year, per a new leak.


Amazon Prime Day is almost here: We found 50+ deals on Apple, Sony, and Lego favorites
Another Amazon mega sale starts June 23. Shop the best Prime Day deals on Sony headphones, Samsung TVs, Kindles, and Apple AirPods.


The best Pokémon deals to grab before Prime Day — Walmarts Chaos Rising ETB price beats Amazon
Amazon's latest Prime Day sale runs from June 23 to 26, but there are plenty of Pokémon deals to buy in the TCG, video games, and other great gifts.


Prime Day isnt here yet, but these 3 noise-cancelling headphones are already at record prices
Mashable's audio expert found the best Prime Day deals on noise-cancelling headphones from brands like Sony, Apple, and Nothing.


How to set up the smartest Galaxy AI features on your new Samsung Galaxy S26, step by step
A practical walkthrough of the Galaxy AI features worth setting up the moment you take your new Samsung Galaxy S26 out of the box.


The Apple MacBook Air M3 just hit a record-low price at Amazon — buy now for $799
Amazon dropped the Apple MacBook Air M3 to an all-time low of $799. Shop this pre-Prime Day deal before the main event kicks off.


The LG OLED Ultragear WQHD gaming monitor is under $900 at Amazon — last chance to save $800
Grab the LG UltraGear 45-inch OLED curved gaming monitor for $899.99 at Amazon. That's $800 off its usual $1,699.99 price, marking a 47% discount on this gaming monitor.