This Amazing Archive of Animal Photography Reveals 18,000 Species and Counting. Here's How Joel Sartore Built His 'Photo Ark'
For 20 years, the National Geographic photographer has showcased Earth’s animals in a series of striking images that make even the tiniest creatures look immense

One of Italy's Most Popular Attractions, the Uffizi Galleries in Florence, Reveals Plans for a Major Renovation Over the Next Two Years
The collection of treasures, many of them connected to the Medici family, includes Italian Renaissance masterpieces, a palace and a courtly garden

Traces of Two Extinct 'Ghost' Ancestors Were Found Hiding in Modern Human DNA, Hinting at Our Extremely Complex Family Tree
Researchers used a new method to investigate past interbreeding with Homo sapiens that doesn't require ancient DNA. The technique identified areas of living humans' genomes that came from unknown hominins, including one from a 1.8 million-year-old lineage

First a Volcanic Eruption, Now a Crustacean Invasion? See the Giant Lobsters Taking Over the Ancient City of Pompeii
A pop art installation featuring more than 30 sculptures from artist Philip Colbert is the first contemporary sculpture exhibition to land in Pompeii in three decades

Butterflies Around the World Are Moving to New Habitats, Largely Because of Climate Change, a Study Suggests
Researchers examined data on 1,758 butterfly species—about ten percent of all those known—from 105 countries and estimated that about one in ten global species has shifted its distribution range

Why Does Antarctica's Blood Falls Spew Ruby Red Water? Microbes Offer New Clues About the Geologic Feature's Ancient Origins
The falls contain saltwater rich with iron, which oxidizes and turns red when exposed to air. A new study provides further evidence that the brine probably comes from ocean water trapped when flood waters retreated millions of years ago

This Marine-Life Mosaic Discovered Near the Colosseum Offers a Surprising Clue—Its Building May Have Housed Firefighters in Ancient Rome
At the time of the structure's construction in the second century C.E., firefighting in ancient Rome was a formalized profession

Big Waves Meet Biodiversity: Why Surfing Paradises Could Offer a Key Opportunity for Marine Conservation
A recent mapping study examines places in northwestern Africa where coastal ecosystems overlap with surf breaks, highlighting areas that could support recreation, the environment and local economies, if protected

Charles Darwin Theorized That These Plants Were Carnivorous 150 Years Ago. A New Study Proves Him Right
As the naturalist predicted in 1875, some Saxifraga plants consume insects—using sticky hairs to trap them

Notorious Feral Cat That Feasted on Rare New Zealand Ducks Captured After Three-Year Hunt
The gray tabby, known as Nine Lives because it eluded capture so many times, had devastated efforts by conservationists to reintroduce the birds to the wild

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A drug already used for osteoporosis blocked spinal damage in a new study
Genetic changes may set off a chain reaction that causes the spine’s natural shock absorbers to harden and deteriorate. Zebrafish with a faulty collagen-related gene developed mineral buildup and spinal fusion similar to human disc disease. Researchers were able to reduce the damage using an existing osteoporosis drug and by targeting fat metabolism. The discovery points to several exciting possibilities for future back pain treatments.

Scientists tracked 12 people in Antarctica for 10 months—what happened could shape future Mars missions
A ten-month Antarctic experiment found that astronauts may struggle not only with loneliness but also with spending too much time around the same people. Frequent contact was linked to greater tension and mistrust, while the crew increasingly divided into cultural and language-based groups.

Scientists find unexpected life on Ötzi the Iceman’s 5,300-year-old body
More than 5,000 years after his death, Ötzi the Iceman is still hosting a remarkable mix of ancient and modern microorganisms. Researchers separated microbes that lived in his body during his lifetime from those that arrived after his death, uncovering traces of his original gut bacteria and cold-loving yeasts that may have survived alongside him in the glacier for millennia.

Vitamin C may fight cancer — but not the way scientists once thought
Linus Pauling was widely mocked for claiming that vitamin C could fight cancer, especially after trials using vitamin C pills showed no benefit. Researchers now know that intravenous vitamin C reaches vastly higher concentrations and can behave more like an experimental cancer drug than an ordinary supplement. Early studies suggest it may damage vulnerable cancer cells, reduce treatment side effects, and possibly improve outcomes for some patients.

Earth’s molten core suddenly reversed direction — and scientists don’t know why
Earth’s molten iron core unexpectedly reversed direction beneath the Pacific, revealing a dramatic change in the hidden engine that creates our planet’s magnetic field. Satellite data suggest the surge is already weakening, raising the possibility that the deep-Earth upheaval is part of a mysterious natural cycle.

Wearable ultrasound patch boosts REM sleep without drugs or surgery
A new wearable patch may help people reach REM sleep faster and remain there longer without medication or surgery. In a study of 28 participants, the device shortened the time to REM by 43 minutes and extended it by about 16 minutes. Researchers also observed signs of improved stress regulation and changes in brain circuits tied to emotion.

Scientists discover a hidden brain shift that begins around age 50
Beginning around age 50, the brain’s memory center appears to lose many of its longtime immune cells and replace them with more inflammatory ones. This surprising shift may help explain how normal aging sets the stage for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

Major study challenges long-held fears about acetaminophen and ibuprofen use in babies
A landmark study of nearly 4,000 babies found that acetaminophen and ibuprofen were equally safe during infancy. Neither medicine was linked to eczema or bronchiolitis, and no serious side effects were caused by the drugs. Researchers will continue following the children through age six to study possible long-term effects.

New autism therapy shows surprising benefits even in adult mice
Blocking the glycine transporter SLC6A20 restored important brain signaling and improved social, communication, and repetitive behaviors in autism-related mouse models. The treatment also worked in human brain organoids and showed lasting effects in adult mice, suggesting the brain may remain more treatable later in life than previously thought.

UCLA scientists discover how to guide heat like light at room temperature
Scientists have demonstrated that heat can move through a crystal in focused, wave-like rays at room temperature instead of spreading randomly. The breakthrough could make it possible to route heat around sensitive parts of next-generation chips and quantum devices.

The key to colonizing Mars may be hidden inside asteroids
Metal-rich asteroids could one day become hardware stores for Mars, supplying the materials needed to build and repair a growing colony. A new analysis shows that carefully selected asteroids may be reachable with current spacecraft technology. Some could even provide the ingredients for making rocket fuel in space, dramatically reducing the burden of hauling supplies from Earth.

Scientists rediscover lost Megalodon fossils—and reveal a 79-foot giant
Several enormous Megalodon vertebrae thought to have been destroyed in 1989 were found sitting unnoticed on a museum shelf. Their analysis strengthens evidence that the giant shark could exceed 24 meters (79 feet) in length and live for nearly a century. Researchers also estimate that its newborns may have measured an astonishing 3.6 meters (12 feet).

A star’s violent death exposed a hidden supermassive black hole
A supermassive black hole has been found lurking about 30,000 light-years from the center of its galaxy—the first dormant black hole detected so far from a galactic core. It revealed itself only after shredding a passing star and producing a brief, brilliant flare. Astronomers think it may be the remnant of a devoured galaxy or a black hole flung outward during a chaotic cosmic encounter.

Forget the sperm race: Fertilization may depend on teamwork
Millions of sperm do not always compete alone—some species send them into action as coordinated teams. A sweeping evolutionary study found that this cooperation is widespread among arthropods and has repeatedly emerged and vanished over hundreds of millions of years. The discovery challenges the classic “fastest sperm wins” story and could influence future fertility research and pest-control strategies.

The AMOC stayed strong even as a major ocean “lifeline” nearly shut down
Ancient seafloor sediments have revealed a surprising twist in how the Atlantic’s massive circulation system works. During a cold period about 3.4 million years ago, the flow of warm, salty water from the Indian Ocean into the Atlantic nearly shut down—but the AMOC did not weaken as expected. Parts of the overturning circulation actually grew stronger.

Dirty air may trigger painful rheumatoid arthritis flares
Tiny pollution particles from smoke, soot, and dust may worsen rheumatoid arthritis and raise the risk of painful flares, particularly after prolonged exposure. The findings suggest that avoiding poor air quality could become an important part of managing the disease.

THC medication made PTSD nightmares disappear for more than a third of patients
A prescription form of THC helped many people with PTSD escape recurring trauma-related nightmares, with more than one-third reporting that the nightmares disappeared completely after ten weeks. The results could point toward a long-awaited treatment for one of PTSD’s most distressing and stubborn symptoms.

A colossal magma system has been hiding beneath Tuscany
A massive magma reservoir has been detected deep beneath Tuscany, despite showing no obvious signs at the surface. Scientists mapped the roughly 6,000-cubic-kilometer body using natural ground vibrations recorded by dozens of seismic sensors. It poses no immediate danger, but the discovery reveals how enormous volcanic systems can remain hidden and could transform the search for geothermal energy and critical minerals.

567-million-year-old fossils rewrite the dawn of animal life
A spectacular fossil site in Canada contains 567-million-year-old creatures that may represent some of the earliest animals to move, reproduce sexually, and develop recognizable body plans. The discovery pushes key evolutionary milestones back by up to 10 million years and suggests complex animal life may have first flourished in the deep ocean.

Cell-inspired nanoreactor turns sunlight into hydrogen peroxide
A new hollow nanoreactor mimics living cells to make hydrogen peroxide more efficiently using visible light. Its light-trapping cavity and proton-shuttling shell could open new possibilities for cleaner chemical manufacturing and artificial photosynthesis.

World’s most-used weedkiller disrupts honeybee brains
Glyphosate was long thought to be safe for honeybees because they lack the enzyme the chemical targets in weeds. However, researchers found that exposed bees foraged 13 percent less after only three days and showed changes in brain chemicals linked to behavior. Across a whole hive, that decline could reduce honey production, weaken pollination, and threaten long-term survival.

Claude Fable 5 AI finds a tiny formula that topples an 87-year-old math conjecture
A mathematician working at Anthropic says he used the AI model Claude Fable 5 to uncover a remarkably simple counterexample to the Jacobian conjecture, a famous problem that has resisted mathematicians for more than a century. The result shows that the conjecture is false in three dimensions and above, although the original two-dimensional version remains unsolved.

Europe’s wildfires became so intense they created their own storm
Historic wildfires scorched huge areas of Spain and France, with one Spanish blaze burning an area about the size of New York City and a French fire generating a rare, towering fire cloud. A dangerous combination of lush winter growth, severe heat, drought, and strong winds helped turn the landscape into explosive fuel.

A solar eclipse and the Perseid meteor shower arrive on the same day
August brings four major celestial events, including a solar eclipse and the peak of the Perseid meteor shower. Dark New Moon skies could make the Perseids especially impressive, while Venus will blaze in the west after sunset. A deep partial lunar eclipse closes the month, darkening most of the Moon.

Sitting up straight may improve your mood and decision-making
A simple change in posture may subtly affect how people feel and make decisions. Participants who sat upright reported greater feelings of pride and took more successful risks in a virtual balloon game than those who hunched over. Most did not realize researchers had influenced their posture, helping rule out the possibility that they were merely responding to expectations. The results suggest workplace ergonomics could influence more than physical comfort.

Scientists discover the brain cells that keep you motivated
A group of brain cells called orexin neurons appears to help us keep working when reaching a reward becomes increasingly difficult. Blocking their activity weakened motivation in rats, pointing to a possible new target for understanding why people sometimes struggle to sustain goal-directed behavior.

80-million-year-old snake brain reveals a surprising evolutionary secret
An exceptionally preserved snake fossil from Brazil reveals that early snakes were far more diverse than scientists once thought. Detailed brain reconstructions show that Tametara mirim was adapted for burrowing, while another ancient snake was suited to life above ground. Other fossils point to marine lifestyles as well. By 80 million years ago, snakes were already experimenting with very different habitats and sensory systems.

Nearly half of dementia cases may be linked to risks you can change
A long-term brain study found that common risks such as smoking, high blood pressure, heart disease, and high blood lipids were strongly linked to damage associated with vascular dementia. The findings suggest that healthier lifestyle choices could help delay dementia by reducing several harmful brain changes at once.

This hydrogen turbine turns controlled explosions into electricity
Scientists have successfully generated electricity with a hydrogen turbine that produces its own pressure through detonation waves instead of relying on a mechanical compressor. The breakthrough could unlock dramatically more efficient power systems for clean energy and future aviation.

Cancer-fighting chewing gum cuts HPV levels by up to 93%
A specially engineered chewing gum reduced HPV by up to 93% and nearly eliminated two bacteria linked to head and neck cancer. The treatment preserved beneficial mouth bacteria, raising hopes for a safer and more affordable therapy.

Stanford scientists discover immune cells that explode like microscopic bombs
Stanford researchers discovered immune cells in flatworms that explode within minutes, killing nearby bacteria and foreign cells before vanishing completely. Their unusually fast and localized attack could offer clues for developing targeted treatments against infections and cancer.

Scientists catch a “jumping gene” mid-leap between species
Scientists have uncovered a surprising way that “jumping genes” may move between species and speed up evolution. While these mobile genetic elements were thought to travel mainly inside viruses or plasmids, researchers found circular intron RNA from a tiny predatory bacterium inside the dead cells of another microorganism. Because the RNA forms a stable ring that resists breakdown, it may provide jumping genes with a previously unknown route for spreading between species.

518-million-year-old creature reveals the origins of spider fangs
A tiny 518-million-year-old sea creature has revealed the earliest known evidence of the structures that eventually became spiders’ fangs. Hidden inside the fossil were pincerlike limbs and preserved soft tissues that help explain how the ancestors of spiders and scorpions evolved into formidable hunters.

Strange quantum experiment shows “negative time” is more than an illusion
Photons traveling through a cloud of atoms can emerge so early that they appear to have spent a negative amount of time inside. Researchers tested whether this was merely a misleading feature of the light pulse by making extremely weak measurements of the atoms. Surprisingly, the atoms confirmed the same negative dwell time. The finding does not break standard physics, but it reveals that one of quantum mechanics’ strangest effects is physically measurable.

Your brain may be wired to regain lost weight
Weight loss is not simply a test of willpower. The human brain evolved to protect body fat during times of scarcity, and it can treat a previously higher weight as the new normal, triggering stronger hunger, cravings, and lower energy use after weight loss. This biological “memory” helps explain why many people regain weight after dieting and why medications such as Wegovy and Mounjaro can help by reducing appetite signals, although their effects may fade when treatment ends.

DNA on the Shroud of Turin reveals centuries of hidden history
DNA traces in the Shroud of Turin reveal a remarkable mixture of human lineages, microbes, plants, animals, and coral accumulated through centuries of handling and travel. The findings do not prove its age or authenticity, but they expose a hidden biological history preserved in the famous cloth.

Did T. rex leave these 66-million-year-old bite marks?
Fossilized dinosaur bones from Wyoming are offering a rare glimpse into the feeding behavior of Tyrannosaurus rex. Researchers examined more than 3,000 bones dating back 72 to 66 million years and found just 12 with possible tooth traces, including four with patterns that closely matched the shape and spacing of T. rex teeth.

Two new compounds could reveal hidden drivers of Alzheimer’s disease
Vanderbilt researchers created the first selective compound designed to inhibit TAOK-1, a poorly understood protein connected to Alzheimer’s disease. They also discovered a second compound that activates the entire TAOK protein family, offering scientists an unexpected new research tool. Together, the compounds could reveal hidden disease mechanisms and point toward new treatment strategies.

Scientists may have found aging’s hidden trigger for brain disease
Scientists have identified a molecular switch that may help explain why aging makes the brain more vulnerable to diseases such as ALS and Huntington’s. In worms, the protein EPS8 builds up with age and triggers signaling that encourages toxic proteins to clump together, damaging neurons and shortening lifespan. Reducing EPS8 activity prevented these harmful aggregates and preserved nerve function.

Scientists went looking for giant trees in Taiwan and found a lost world
Taiwan’s steep, remote mountains have sheltered extraordinary forests containing hundreds of giant Taiwania firs. After years of difficult expeditions, LiDAR mapping, and citizen-science detective work, researchers discovered an 84.1-meter (276-foot) tree, the tallest known in East Asia. They also found dense “temples of giants” where dozens of enormous trees grow together. These ancient forests rank among the world’s most carbon-rich ecosystems.

These bizarre new beetles look so stretchy scientists named them Luffy
Scientists have named a newly discovered beetle genus Luffy, inspired by the stretchy hero of the manga and anime One Piece. The insects have unusually long, slender mandibles, antennae, and mouthparts that resemble Luffy’s rubber-like ability to extend his body.

These underwater bones could solve a mystery about extinct giants
Animal bones preserved in South Australia’s underwater caves reveal distinctive clues shaped by darkness, algae, bacteria, and other environmental conditions. The findings give scientists a powerful new way to reconstruct how ancient megafauna remains entered and survived in submerged cave systems.

A common sugar may help cancer cells break free and spread
Chemotherapy-surviving ovarian cancer cells may release fructose to help neighboring tumor cells loosen, escape, and spread. The discovery suggests that sugary diets and cholesterol-lowering drugs could influence cancer progression, though the effects have not yet been confirmed in patients.

Ancient Arctic carbon is pouring into the sea, but the seabed captures most of it
Thawing Arctic permafrost is releasing ancient carbon into the ocean, raising fears that microbes could turn it into greenhouse gases and accelerate climate change. But sediment cores collected near Canada’s Herschel Island reveal a more reassuring twist: most of this land-based carbon becomes buried in the seafloor, while only about 10 percent is converted into gases.

Scientists reveal the hidden force driving the universe’s hottest fluid
When atomic nuclei smash together at nearly the speed of light, they create the hottest fluid in the universe, but scientists may have overlooked one of its most important forces. New simulations reveal that extreme acceleration builds up along the edges of quark-gluon plasma, helping drive its explosive expansion. This acceleration may do far more than move the fluid, potentially changing its temperature-like behavior, influencing particle spins, and even reshaping how matter transitions between fundamental states.

Moonquakes could reveal hidden water beneath the lunar surface
Hidden moon ice may reveal itself through the way it bends and reflects vibrations from moonquakes. The technique could help astronauts locate vital water supplies and uncover clues about the origins of Earth’s oceans.

A simple supplement could help the immune system fight cancer and viruses
Low arginine levels may allow cancer cells and viruses to slip past the immune system by reducing production of a crucial cellular warning protein. In mice, arginine-rich diets led to fewer colon tumors and milder viral infections, suggesting a simple supplement could have powerful therapeutic potential.

Scientists just 3D printed one of the hardest metals on Earth
A new 3D printing technique can produce exceptionally hard tungsten carbide cobalt while using less of its expensive raw materials. By softening rather than fully melting the material, researchers created defect-free samples with industrial-grade hardness and opened the door to more efficient manufacturing.

This school-bus-sized “terror croc” ate dinosaurs. Now it’s back
A massive crocodilian capable of attacking dinosaurs has been brought back to life as the first scientifically accurate mounted skeleton of Deinosuchus schwimmeri. The 31-foot replica at Georgia’s Tellus Science Museum was built from detailed fossil scans and more than 40 years of research by paleontologist Dr. David Schwimmer, for whom the species was named.

Scientists detect a sharp acceleration in global warming
Global warming appears to have shifted into a faster gear. After removing the effects of El Niño, volcanic eruptions, and solar cycles, researchers found that the planet has warmed at roughly 0.35°C per decade over the past ten years, compared with just under 0.2°C per decade from 1970 to 2015. The acceleration, which becomes visible around 2013 to 2015, appeared across five major global temperature datasets with more than 98% statistical certainty.

AI reveals a massive algae boom across the world’s oceans
An AI analysis of 1.2 million satellite images shows that floating algae blooms are spreading across the global ocean. The rapid growth of massive seaweed mats could reshape marine habitats while bringing foul-smelling decay, ecological damage, and economic losses to coastlines.

This once-a-week workout may help cut belly fat, study shows
A surprisingly small dose of exercise may deliver major health benefits for adults carrying excess fat around the waist. In a four-month trial involving 315 adults with central obesity, researchers found that completing 75 minutes of brisk interval walking in a single weekly session reduced body fat, trimmed waistlines, and improved cardiovascular fitness about as effectively as splitting the same exercise across three days.

Some coastal cities are sinking faster than the ocean is rising
Coastal communities are facing a hidden threat that is making rising seas far more dangerous: the land beneath them is sinking. New research shows that people in densely populated coastal regions experience an average relative sea-level rise of about 6 millimeters per year, nearly three times the global coastal average. Groundwater pumping, oil and gas extraction, heavy urban development, sediment compaction, and natural geological processes are all contributing to the problem.

Dark matter’s secret force does the opposite of what scientists expected
Dark matter particles may exert a hidden force on one another, but its effects are stranger than expected. An extra attraction helps the particles cluster, yet it also makes dark matter effectively lighter as the Universe expands. That weakens its gravitational impact and usually slows the growth of cosmic structure rather than accelerating it.

Scientists twist crystal layers and reshape matter from within
Researchers have found a way to build much larger “twisted” oxide materials while precisely controlling how their atomic layers line up. Because these materials can be made over large areas and transferred onto different surfaces, the technique could help turn twistronics from a laboratory curiosity into a practical platform for next-generation electronics.

Two deadly flowers could inspire powerful new medicines
Scientists have figured out how two famously poisonous plants create chemicals with surprising medical potential. After tracking thousands of genes in wolfsbane and larkspur, they identified six enzymes needed to build a complex compound called atisinium. The team recreated the process inside tobacco plants, offering a sustainable way to produce and test these rare molecules in larger amounts.

Giant waves are sweeping Mars’ atmosphere into space
The solar wind may be stripping away Mars’ atmosphere by creating giant rolling waves along its outer edge. Data from MAVEN and Tianwen-1 show that these waves form plasma clouds that carry atmospheric particles into space. The process is concentrated on one side of Mars and may have played a major role in drying out the once potentially habitable planet.

Without this protein, damaged muscle turns to fat and scar tissue
A protein once thought to mainly protect chromosome ends may also be essential for keeping muscle stem cells ready to repair injuries. Researchers found that TRF2 helps these cells maintain their identity and coordinate the cycle of rest, repair, and renewal.

Mathematicians prove perfectly fair elections are impossible
Mathematicians have shown that no electoral system can perfectly balance local representation, proportional national results, and a fixed-size parliament once enough parties compete. A newly proposed voting method could soften these unavoidable trade-offs and produce outcomes that are much closer to fair.

Eating less protein could slow aging, major review finds
A sweeping review of more than 350 studies suggests that the protein boom may be overselling what many people actually need. Eating less protein appears to improve metabolism, reduce inflammation and cellular damage, and activate pathways linked to healthier aging and longer life.

Meta ordered to pay $567 million in New Mexico case
Meta must fund youth mental health treatment in New Mexico.

Old Reddit might be on the chopping block. Here’s why.
Reddit might make some big changes to the Old Reddit experience and you won't like the reason for it.

Heres where to buy legit solar eclipse glasses thatll arrive before Wednesdays eclipse
Here are the best solar eclipse glasses to buy before the total solar eclipse on Wednesday, Aug. 12.

The 11-inch M4 iPad Air is marked down right now at Amazon — buy now for $689
Right now, the 11-inch Apple iPad Air (M4) is on sale at Amazon for $689. Save $60 on Apple's latest tablet.

Tax-free weekend: The best deals on laptops, power stations, and more you can get right now
Save big during this weekend's sales tax holiday. Here's the complete state-by-state breakdown and the best tech deals to buy tax-free.

GTA VI pre-orders hit eye-watering levels for Take-Two Interactive
We don't have specific sales numbers yet, but all available data suggests lots of people have pre-ordered 'Grand Theft Auto VI.'

Ditch the TV: TCL’s A1s 1080p smart projector with Google TV and Netflix drops by $60 at Amazon
The portable TCL A1s smart projector is on sale at Amazon for $339.99, a savings of $60 or 15%.

The best SSD deals at Amazon this weekend: Live deals on Samsung, Lexar, Kingston, and more
Find major savings on both internal and external SSDs and save up to $280 at Amazon.

Solar Eclipse 2026: Heres what North America will see, when it will happen
Solar eclipse 2026: When is it, how to see it in North America

The New Siri AI Is Great if You Do These Things First
Learn how to set up the new Siri AI on your iPhone and get the most out of Apple's smarter voice assistant.

Get the most magical drone footage with $349 off the DJI Mavic 4 Pro
The DJI Mavic 4 Pro drone bundle with extra batteries and a charging hub is on sale at Amazon for $349 off.

Sonys best headphones are all on sale this weekend: Shop XM6, ULT Wear, and more at steep discounts
Sony's top headphones are on sale, including the WH-1000XM6, WH-CH720N, and ULT Wear, with discounts up to 51% off list price.

DJIs tiny self-flying drone is back to its best-ever price — make it yours for under $140
The DJI Neo, a 135g self-flying drone with a 4K camera and no controller required, is back to its best price ever at $139, down from $199.

AirPods Pro 3 smash through the $190 barrier in rare Amazon price drop
As of Aug. 7, the AirPods Pro 3 are on sale for $189.99 at Amazon, 24% off their list price of $249.

The Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box hits best-ever price on Amazon — save nearly $90
Save nearly $90 on the Magic: The Gathering Marvel Super Heroes Play Booster Box, now at its lowest-ever Amazon price.

The Pokémon TCG 36-pack Perfect Order Display Box is under $200 at Amazon — save $50
The Pokémon TCG Perfect Order Booster Display Box is down to $199.42 at Amazon, cutting more than $50 from its typical price.

Review: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 makes phones interesting again
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 introduces a new design to the foldable market. Our tech editor says it's the best foldable he's tested yet.

Willem Dafoe talks Late Fame and how he approached his viral photo shoot
Plus, Dafoe's thoughts on the notorious Dune popcorn bucket. The American actor on his movie opposite Greta Lee, Late Fame.

How to watch MotoGP live streams online for free
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Last chance: Save $70 on the Dreame L40s Ultra AE with this limited-time Amazon deal
As of Aug. 7, the Dreame L40s Ultra AE robot vacuum and mop is on sale for $599.98 at Amazon for a limited time. Don't miss out on 10% off it.

The Last House ending, explained. Because what?
Netflix's "The Last House" is about a family trapped inside by rain. Why? How? What? Let's dig into that WTF ending.

The Pokémon TCG Ascended Heroes Booster Bundle is close to market price on Amazon — save over $10
Amazon has the Pokémon TCG Ascended Heroes Booster Bundle for $89.99, just $2.75 above TCGplayer’s current market price.

Save $50 on Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 — buy fitness earbuds with heart rate tracking for under $200
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Ditch the extra cord: Anker’s Zolo 10,000mAh magnetic power bank drops to $35 at Amazon
As of Aug. 7, the Anker Zolo magnetic power bank (10,000mAh, 30W) has been marked down to $34.99 at Amazon, 30% off its list price of $49.99.

Creatives new XF1 desktop speaker proves big sound doesnt need a big footprint
Creative's new XF1 desktop speaker delivers 72W RMS of power, dual Hi-Res Audio certification, and customizable EQ via the Creative Nexus app, launching for $179.99.

Hyperkins SupaBoy handheld retro console gets two new colors this fall — retro never looked so good
Hyperkin's SupaBoy portable retro console is getting two new colors, Crimson and Prime, launching this fall for $129.99.

The Blair Witch Project is getting a Blu-ray and VHS re-release — how to buy
Lionsgate Limited is releasing a restored 2-disc Blu-ray and an exclusive VHS of 'The Blair Witch Project,' with pre-orders live now and a street date of Oct. 13.

Late Fame review: Willem Dafoe and Greta Lee mesmerize in tale of New York City, art, and identity
From the writer of 'May/December' and 'Coyote v. Acme' comes a culture-clash drama with a smart sense of humor.

The Garmin vívoactive 5 drops to $194.99 at Amazon (save over $100)
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for August 7, 2026
Here's the answer for "Wordle" #1875 on August 7 as well as a few hints, tips, and clues to help you solve it yourself.

Callum turner takes on the Hot Ones spicy wings, keeps his cool
Callum Turner has taken on "Hot Ones" with host Sean Evans.

Save $70 on this Anker 3-in-1 charging station for all your Apple devices
Find the best charger deal at Amazon. Save 30% on the Anker 3-in-1 charger at Amazon.

Heres how the MacBook Neo compares to older MacBook Airs
Older MacBook Airs can still be viable options for budget laptop buyers. Here's how they compare to Apple's newer MacBook Neo.

One Night Only makes fun of purity culture, yet perpetuates it
'One Night Only' starring Callum Turner and Monica Barbaro doesn't really say anything about rising purity culture.

How NASA is squeezing every last drop of plutonium out of Voyager 2
NASA engineers found more power on the Voyager 2 spacecraft, keeping three science instruments running for at least another year.

What happens when your AI self starts influencing without you?
Creator Bryce Gruber found an AI clone promoting a product she'd never used. Here's what to know about TikTok AI Cast and AI Self.

Mahershala Ali and Bassam Tariq reveal how Blades end led to Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother
Mahershala Ali's said MCU's Blade isn't happening. So, he and writer/director Bassam Tariq found a new way to collaborate.

This $49 Microsoft app is like having a project manager in your pocket
Get a lifetime license to Microsoft Project Professional 2024 for Windows to help you tackle projects on your PC.

Job hunting just got easier with this $30 AI-powered helper
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Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma review: Laughing in the face of elevated horror
Hannah Einbinder and Gillian Anderson star in "Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma," a queer, hilarious slasher from "I Saw the TV Glow" maker Jane Schoenbrun. Review.

Fill your Kindle for free: This weeks Stuff Your E-Reader event has 100+ free books
Stuff Your E-Reader is live on Aug. 5-8. Stuff Your E-Reader, hosted by Indie Author Collective, is offering free books in a variety of subgenres.

T-Mobile is giving away the 2026 Motorola Razr for free — how to qualify
How to get the Motorola Razr for free. Get the new Motorola Razr for free with T-Mobile when you activate a new line on Experience More.

When is Stuff Your Kindle Day? Get ready to restock your TBR.
Stuff Your Kindle Day presents the opportunity to fill your e-reader's library with hundreds of free or discounted e-books. So when's the next event? This is what we know about the next Stuff Your Kindle Day event.

What is Stuff Your Kindle Day? The best way to fill your e-reader with free books.
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OpenAIs AI smart speaker will reportedly be shaped like a doughnut
OpenAI's screenless smart speaker will reportedly be shaped like a doughnut, and carry a price tag in the ballpark of $300.

Silo Season 3, episode 6 gives us a huge clue about the algorithm
"Silo" Season 3, episode 6 gives us another clue to the voice behind the algorithm during an exchange with Camille.

Hurdle hints and answers for August 7, 2026
Hints and answers to today's Hurdle all in one place.

Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on August 7
See the Moon phase expected for August 7, 2026 as well as when the next Full Moon is expected.

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NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for August 7, 2026
Connections: Sports Edition is a New York Times word game about finding common sports threads between words. How to solve the day's puzzle.

NYT Pips hints, answers for August 7, 2026
The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.

NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for August 7, 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 August 7, 2026
The NYT Strands hints and answers you need to make the most of your puzzling experience.

One lucky orbiter caught the SpaceX rocket crash site on moon
A South Korean lunar orbiter, Danuri, captured the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket crash into the moon, when others failed to get the shot.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is still the best foldable, but its not a big upgrade
Samsung's new Ultra foldable is very similar to the Z Fold 7, but a couple of key upgrades keep it great.

Were having the wrong conversation about Ariana Grande
People are desperate to name what's happening to Grande's body, especially online.

Men will soon be able to message first on Bumble
Bumble is changing its user experience. Now men can message first, and matches have 72 horus to respond to the first message.

MacBook Air deal alert: Amazon’s rare sale beats Apple’s price hike
The 13-inch M5 MacBook Air (16GB/512GB) is on sale for $1,134 at Amazon, down from the normal price of $1,299. The 13-inch M5 MacBook Air (16GB/1TB) is on sale for $1,419, down from the normal price of $1,599.

Meta: One of our models escaped containment and hacked someone too!
Meta, perhaps feeling left out, confirmed that one of its AI models has also been acting naughty.

Google launches Wallet option for kids
Google Wallet expands to kid accounts, with new tools that allow parents to monitor kid tap-to-pay accounts.

Solve the storage problem with the Kingston Fury Renegade SSD while its $70 off
The Kingston Fury Renegade SSD (1,024GB) is on sale at Amazon for $239.95, down from the list price of $310. That's a 23% discount,

Lock in your NFL Sunday Ticket subscription while its only $30 per month
NFL Sunday Ticket is on sale ahead of football season. New subscribers can sign up for just $30 per month.

Save $130 on the Dreame L60 Ultra robot vacuum — act fast to save with this limited-time offer
As of Aug. 6, get the Dream L60 Ultra robot vacuum for $1,169.99, saving you $130 off its list price.

Elon Musk’s Grokipedia reportedly hasn’t been updated since April
Elon Musk's AI-generated Wikipedia clone has been completely static for months.

A GTA VI extended look will air on Netflix in August
Rockstar Games confirmed that our next big look at 'Grand Theft Auto VI' will happen on Netflix, of all places.

TikTok quickly pauses dating live chat test
TikTok briefly tested a feature intended for dating, but now it's paused.

Sydney Towle is living with cancer, one TikTok video at a time
Sydney Towle has built a community of nearly 900,000 followers on TikTok by documenting her life with rare bile duct cancer in real-time.

T-Mobile says you can get a new phone for free with its latest plan — how it works
T-Mobile EIP Flex 36 offers customers a $0 up-front cost option to finance a new device.

Sydney Towle, who documented her cancer journey for 1.1 million TikTok followers, dies at 26
Sydney Towle has died at 26. The TikTok creator documented life with cholangiocarcinoma and built a community of 1.1 million followers.

The supremely powerful Bluetti Apex 300 is $200 cheaper than usual
The Bluetti Apex 300 is on sale at Amazon for $200 off its usual list price of $1,699.

Bogg just gave its iconic bags a New York City makeover — grab yours from $60
Bogg's new Checker Out Collection launches on Aug. 6 with NYC-inspired totes, crossbodies, pouches, and playful charms celebrating bodega culture, taxis, pizza, coffee, and more.

7-Elevens back-to-school deals are live — $3 quesadillas, free wraps, and more
7-Eleven, Speedway, and Stripes stores are rolling out back-to-school deals, including $3 Laredo Taco Company quesadillas, BOGO Speedy Café breakfast wraps, and $1 glazed donuts.

What is OpenAI Astra? Everything we know about the quantum math-solving model.
Astra is an unreleased new OpenAI model, which has already solved 10 major math problems that stood open for decades.

T-Mobile’s back-to-school deals bundle phone data and 5G WiFi — plus free Netflix and Hulu
T-Mobile's new Student Perks plans give eligible college students three tiers to choose from, starting at $30/month.

The best deals this week, according to Mashables team of shopping experts
The best deals this week. Mashable's shoping team finds deals on AirPods, Pokémon cards, robot vacuums, and so much more.

Primetime trailer sees Robert Pattinson ready to catch a predator on TV
A24's latest thriller "Primetime", has its lens set on investigative journalist and TV presenter Chris Hansen. Watch the trailer.

Bose just dropped new QuietComfort headphones: Great ANC at a mid-range price
The Mashable team loves the Bose QuietComfort headphones, and as of Aug. 6, the new second generation in the line comes with two major fixes. Here's what's new with Bose's latest and where to buy them.

Possession review: A chilling, powerful horror series with a lot to say
Colonial violence haunts this powerful Gugu Mbatha-Raw-led series set across Britain and Jamaica.

Today only: Pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and claim $350 in free Amazon credit
As of Aug. 6, it's down to the final hours to score a free $350 gift card with a preorder of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra (Unlocked, 256GB), priced at $2,099.99, at Amazon.

Amazon is giving away $100 gift cards with the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 — offer ends tonight
Amazon is bundling the Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 with a $100 gift card for $699.99, down from the $799.99 list price — a 13% discount as of Aug. 6.

Robot vacuums just got the FCC drone treatment. How are robot vacuum brands responding to the ban?
The ban would prevent brands like Shark, Dreame, and iRobot from releasing new robot vacuums in the U.S. Here are their statements.

Last chance: The Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 and $50 gift card bundle ends tonight
Pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Watch 9 with a $50 Amazon gift card for $379.99 — down from $429.99, a 12% discount — before it releases Aug. 7.

Last call for free cash: Amazon’s $350 gift card deal on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 ends after Aug. 6
As of Aug. 6, Amazon is still offering a $350 gift card with a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 (Unlocked, 256GB) preorder, priced at $1,899.99, but only through today.

T-Mobile’s Samsung Z Fold 8 preorder deal is absurdly good — last call to get it for free
How to get the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 for free. Get the new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 when you trade in an eligible device on an Experience Beyond plan with T-Mobile.

House of the Dragons James Norton is here to give you a delightful Tumbleton tour
"House of the Dragon" star James Norton has given a behind-the-scenes tour of the Tumbleton set.

AT&T just updated its kids tablet with 5G and a stylus — here’s what’s new on the amiGO Jr. Tab 2
AT&T has launched the amiGO Jr. Tab 2, an upgraded kids' tablet with 5G, a bigger anti-glare display, a stylus, and built-in parental controls, starting at $4.99/month.

Reddit is ramping up its AI moderation tools. Moderators arent happy.
Reddit is launching its AI-powered Rules Hub moderation tools to all new subreddits. Moderators are demanding to keep Automod.

Final hours: Get a free $200 Amazon gift card when you pre-order the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
As of Aug. 6, Amazon is still bundling a $200 gift card with a preorder of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 (unlocked, 256GB), but that offer won't last long. This offer ends today.

Soundcore slashes the price on its noise-masking Sleep A30 earbuds at Amazon
Get the best deal on sleep earbuds. Save 27% on the Soundcore Sleep A30 earbuds at Amazon.

This 10,000Pa Roborock robot vacuum and mop just hit a record low $150 at Amazon
Get the best robot vacuum deal on Amazon. Save 35% on the Roborock Q7 M5 at Amazon right now.

This 55-inch Hisense QLED 4K TV punches way above its price tag — save $131 at Amazon
Get the best TV deal. Save 30% on Hisense 55-inch E6 Cinema Series at Amazon.

The Apple Watch Series 11 just hit a rare $100 price drop on Amazon
Find the best Apple Watch deal at Amazon. Save 25% on the Apple Watch Series 11 at Amazon.

I tested sleep earbuds for months: Here are the 4 Id buy, and the ones Id skip
We tried sleep earbuds and earplugs from Ozlo, Anker Soundcore, 1More, and Loop — these are the four we'd buy.

MacBook Neo vs. MacBook Air (M5): Which Apple laptop is better for you?
It's a MacBook Neo vs. MacBook Air showdown. Which Apple laptop is a better buy? We break down their specs and trade-offs.

Earth plays peekaboo with NASAs Perseverance rover across space
NASA's Perseverance captures Earth slipping behind Phobos, marking the first time we've watched our planet vanish from another world.

Whats new to streaming this week? (Aug. 7, 2026)
What’s new to streaming for the week of May 1, 2026, on Netflix, Prime Video, Hulu, and more? We've got you covered.

How to watch the Bundesliga online for free
How to watch Bundesliga for free. Live stream the 2026-27 Bundesliga for free from anywhere in the world.

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