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The last time she spoke to her son was in a FaceTime cooking lesson. The next day she was the victim of a deadly scam

The last time she spoke to her son was in a FaceTime cooking lesson. The next day she was the victim of a deadly scam

Is India about to make Ozempic-like weight-loss drugs a whole lot cheaper?

Is India about to make Ozempic-like weight-loss drugs a whole lot cheaper?

Apps to boycott US goods gained traction in crisis over Greenland

The makers of mobile apps designed to help shoppers identify and boycott U.S. goods say they saw a surge of interest in Denmark and beyond after the recent flare-up in tensions over Greenland

Hims & Hers drops plan for knockoff of Novo Nordisk's new Wegovy weight loss pill

Telehealth company Hims & Hers dropped its plan to offer a knockoff version of the weight-loss pill Wegovy on Saturday — two days after it announced the new drug

Sacramento company designs body armor for women on the front lines

Sacramento company designs body armor for women on the front lines

Trump praises Nexstar-Tegna broadcast television deal he once opposed

President Donald Trump has endorsed Nexstar Media Group’s $6.2 billion purchase of broadcast rival Tegna in an apparent reversal from his earlier criticism of the deal

How Nvidia became the first $5 trillion company, in 4 charts

How Nvidia became the first $5 trillion company, in 4 charts

FanDuel CEO says gambling site is working closely with NFL to ensure Super Bowl is gambled on responsibly

FanDuel CEO says gambling site is working closely with NFL to ensure Super Bowl is gambled on responsibly

Giannis Antetokounmpo joins Kalshi as a shareholder, marking a new venture for the NBA star

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has become a shareholder in Kalshi, a major prediction market with a wide array of sports trading opportunities

Uber must pay $8.5 million in driver sexual assault case, jury says. Here’s what it could mean for thousands of similar cases

Uber must pay $8.5 million in driver sexual assault case, jury says. Here’s what it could mean for thousands of similar cases

Student makes cosmic dust in a lab, shining a light on the origin of life

Student makes cosmic dust in a lab, shining a light on the origin of life

US accuses China of secret nuclear test as Trump admin calls for broader nuclear weapons agreement

US accuses China of secret nuclear test as Trump admin calls for broader nuclear weapons agreement

Winter Olympians often compete in freezing temperatures – physiology and advances in materials science help keep them warm

While physical exertion helps athletes stay warm, sweating can lead to dehydration.

Musk's underground tunnels in Las Vegas face scrutiny over safety, environmental concerns

Elon Musk's “Vegas Loop,” an underground transit system of private tunnels, is facing scrutiny from Nevada lawmakers after years of complaints about workplace safety and alleged violations

Uber found liable in sexual assault case and ordered to pay $8.5 million

A federal jury has ordered Uber to pay $8.5 million to a woman who says an Uber driver raped her during a 2023 trip

The consumer-friendly Energy Star program survived Trump. What about other efficiency efforts?

Energy Star, the program that helps guide consumers to more energy-efficient appliances and electronics, has survived President Donald Trump’s attempt to kill it

Kremlin says Russia and US agree that quick nuclear arms are talks needed

The Kremlin says Russian and U.S. negotiators have discussed the expiration of their last remaining nuclear arms pact

Savannah Guthrie's demand for mom's 'proof of life' is complicated in this era of AI and deepfakes

Savannah Guthrie made a heart-wrenching plea for “proof of life” of her 84-year-old mother

Building with air – how nature’s hole-filled blueprints shape manufacturing

3D printing makes it easier for engineers to design cheap, lightweight materials that reflect patterns found in nature.

From ski jumps and sliding bobsleds to engineering snow, here are 5 essential reads on the science of the Winter Olympics

Athletes will use physics concepts such as friction and lift to their advantage on the world stage in the 2026 Olympic Games.

Fears about TikTok’s policy changes point to a deeper problem in the tech industry

Following the app’s sale, the company’s updated privacy policy and terms of service set off alarm bells. The reaction shows Big Tech has lost the public’s trust.

There’s a competition crisis in America’s state legislatures – and that’s bad for democracy

In dozens of states, an increasing number of legislative seats are going completely uncontested by one of the two major parties.

New technologies are stepping up the global fight against wildlife trafficking

Emerging digital tools can help authorities prioritize inspections and rapidly identify illicit goods by linking online monitoring, legal references and on-the-ground investigations.

Aldi is coming to Colorado, and the disruption could lead to lower food prices

The grocer offers low prices and plans to build its own distribution center.

Has globalization lessened the importance of physical distance? For economic shocks, new research suggests ‘yes’

New research adds evidence to a common thesis offered after the end of the Cold War that globalization was making physical distance economically obsolete.

Her jabs go viral. He's known to quote the Bible. How social media is shaping a Texas Senate race

Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico are adept at creating digital media moments and collecting social media followers

EU accuses TikTok of 'addictive design' that harms children, seeks changes to protect users

The European Union accuses TikTok of breaching digital rules with features like autoplay and infinite scroll

AI is upending entry-level jobs. Three teens tell us how they’re responding

AI is upending entry-level jobs. Three teens tell us how they’re responding

TrumpRx launches, but it’s unclear if it will lower drug prices for most patients

TrumpRx launches, but it’s unclear if it will lower drug prices for most patients

Amazon's shares fall after announcing surge in capital spending but posts strong 4Q holiday sales

Amazon sales surged 14% during the fourth quarter, helped by strong holiday spending and a better-than-expected growth in its prominent cloud computing unit

CIA terminates its World Factbook, overthrowing reference regime

CIA terminates its World Factbook, overthrowing reference regime

Families of plane crash victims ask US appeals court to revive a criminal case against Boeing

Thirty-one families that lost relatives in two Boeing 737 Max crashes have asked a federal appeals court to revive a criminal case against the aircraft manufacturer

Falling tech stocks and a plunge for bitcoin hit Wall Street

Sharp drops hit Wall Street as technology stocks sank and bitcoin plunged again to roughly half its record price set in the fall

Stocks drop on weak labor market data and AI concerns

Stocks drop on weak labor market data and AI concerns

Hims & Hers launches Wegovy knockoff pill, Novo Nordisk vows to sue

Telehealth company Hims & Hers is launching a cheaper, off-brand version of the blockbuster weight loss pill Wegovy

Fears of nuclear arms race rise as US-Russia treaty expires

Fears of nuclear arms race rise as US-Russia treaty expires

Russia says it regrets expiration of last nuclear arms treaty, but Trump says he wants a new pact

The Kremlin says it regrets the expiration of the last remaining nuclear arms pact between Russia and the United States, while President Donald Trump declared he was against keeping its limits and wants a better deal

A Los Angeles dog and a Philadelphia toddler share this unique bond

A Los Angeles dog and a Philadelphia toddler share this unique bond

Bessent says it would be up to Trump whether to sue his Fed nominee over interest rates

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says it would be up to the president to decide whether to sue Kevin Warsh, Donald Trump's nominee for Federal Reserve chair, if he doesn't lower interest rates

Man with disabilities sleeps in car during 10-day power outage

Man with disabilities sleeps in car during 10-day power outage

NASA Langley scientists playing important roles as part of Artemis II mission

NASA Langley scientists playing important roles as part of Artemis II mission

Anthropic, OpenAI rivalry spills into new Super Bowl ads as both fight to win over AI users

OpenAI and Anthropic, the startups behind ChatGPT and Claude, are gearing up for a major showdown

The AI that spooked the stock market just got a big update

The AI that spooked the stock market just got a big update

Lakewood police becomes first department across the country to roll out new high-tech crime-fighting tool

Lakewood police becomes first department across the country to roll out new high-tech crime-fighting tool

Ukrainian Defense Ministry says Starlink terminals used by Russia in Ukraine are ‘cut off’

Ukrainian Defense Ministry says Starlink terminals used by Russia in Ukraine are ‘cut off’

No, but seriously: What’s going on with bitcoin?

No, but seriously: What’s going on with bitcoin?

Co-workers of different generations mentor each other to reduce workplace misunderstandings

With at least five generations participating in the U.S. workforce, co-workers can at times feel like they speak different languages

Indian River State College pioneers AI integration with Superhuman

Indian River State College pioneers AI integration with Superhuman

Florida gubernatorial candidate uses Tinder to connect with young female voters

Florida gubernatorial candidate uses Tinder to connect with young female voters

Last month was the worst January for job cut announcements since 2009

Last month was the worst January for job cut announcements since 2009

AI-generated text is overwhelming institutions – setting off a no-win ‘arms race’ with AI detectors

People are using generative AI to flood courts with filings, legislatures with constituent letters and publications with submissions. AI detectors are no silver bullet.

Overactive immune cells can worsen heart failure – targeting them could offer new treatments

Approaching heart failure like an autoimmune condition could offer new ways to improve patient survival.

What Olympic athletes see that viewers don’t: Machine-made snow makes ski racing faster and riskier – and it’s everywhere

US Olympic skiers and scientists explain the sharp differences between natural snow and machine-made snow, from the science to the rising risk of crashes.

Travelers have had enough. It’s time to make hotel room bathrooms private again

Travelers have had enough. It’s time to make hotel room bathrooms private again

Harris relaunches her old ‘Kamala HQ’ account as an online organizing project

Harris relaunches her old ‘Kamala HQ’ account as an online organizing project

Intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard’s office obtained and tested voting machines in Puerto Rico

Intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard’s office obtained and tested voting machines in Puerto Rico

TSMC to make advanced AI semiconductors in Japan in boost for its chipmaking ambitions

Taiwan’s TSMC, the world’s largest contract computer chip maker, has announced it will be manufacturing advanced 3-nanometer semiconductors in Japan to meet booming AI demand

Long before AI, photos already lied to us

Long before AI, photos already lied to us

Melinda French Gates says ex-husband Bill Gates has questions to answer over Epstein ties

Melinda French Gates says ex-husband Bill Gates has questions to answer over Epstein ties

The Latest: 700 immigration officers will immediately leave Minnesota

Border czar Tom Homan said the Trump administration is reducing the number of immigration enforcement officers in Minnesota after state and local officials agreed to cooperate by turning over arrested immigrants

Colorado car theft task force implementing new evidence camera for investigations

Colorado car theft task force implementing new evidence camera for investigations

CIA ends publication of its popular World Factbook reference tool

The CIA is ending the publication of its popular World Factbook reference manual

Google's quarterly results paint a picture of an internet powerhouse getting stronger in AI age

Google’s latest quarterly report provided further evidence that its internet empire is withstanding an artificial intelligence shakeup that’s turning into another potential boon for the company

Experimental cholesterol-lowering pill may offer new option for millions

A new kind of pill sharply reduced cholesterol in people at high risk of heart attacks despite taking statins

Birmingham librarian on mission to teach news literacy to elementary students

Birmingham librarian on mission to teach news literacy to elementary students

Musk vows to put data centers in space and run them on solar power but experts have their doubts

Elon Musk is bringing the same revolutionary thinking that helped him upend the car industry to the data center business with promises this week to put up to a million new satellites in the sky

Whistleblower complaint centers on sharing of classified intelligence and reporting of a potential crime, watchdog says

Whistleblower complaint centers on sharing of classified intelligence and reporting of a potential crime, watchdog says

Anthropic’s new AI tool sends shudders through software stocks

Anthropic’s new AI tool sends shudders through software stocks

The last US-Russian nuclear pact is about to expire, ending a half-century of arms control

The last remaining nuclear arms pact between Russia and the United States is set to expire this week, removing any caps on the two largest atomic arsenals for the first time in more than a half-century

Man narrowly escapes car attack at Scripps Ranch Pride fence in alleged hate crime

Man narrowly escapes car attack at Scripps Ranch Pride fence in alleged hate crime

Renters use 'rent now, pay later' services to manage monthly payments, but fees raise concerns

Renters facing high costs are turning to "rent now, pay later" services like Flex, Livble, and Affirm

Former border patrol agent helps to look for Nancy Guthrie, Savannah Guthrie’s mom

Former border patrol agent helps to look for Nancy Guthrie, Savannah Guthrie’s mom

'Probably a one star': Student recounts now-viral Uber ride on pedestrian bridge

'Probably a one star': Student recounts now-viral Uber ride on pedestrian bridge

Schools are increasingly telling students they must put their phones away – Ohio’s example shows mixed results following new bans

While cellphone bans at schools can help students connect more with peers, they can also make students feel less safe and independent.

Hank and John Green's studio becomes a nonprofit as they aim to make 'trustworthy content' online

Author-vloggers Hank and John Green are turning their educational media company Complexly into a nonprofit

Women have been mapping the world for centuries – and now they’re speaking up for the people left out of those maps

Women have moved from mapmakers using their bodies to depict maps to being leaders shaping the field of cartography.

Reclaiming water from contaminated brine can increase water supply and reduce environmental harm

Desalination of seawater and sewage treatment plants leave behind water that contains high concentrations of salt, metals and other contaminants. What if that water could be separated from the rest?

Lüften sounds simple – but ‘house-burping’ is more complicated in Pittsburgh

A German habit has been trending in recent weeks: ‘lüften,’ or airing out your home. It can help older, damp homes in the US – if circumstances are right.

‘Inoculation’ helps people spot political deepfakes, study finds

Priming people to watch out for political deepfakes helps them question the AI-generated videos.

Edmunds puts sedans Nissan Sentra and Toyota Corolla to the test

With average new car prices nearing $50,000, the Toyota Corolla and Nissan Sentra remain vital, affordable entry-level options

Elon Musk’s bold new plan to put AI in orbit isn’t as crazy as it sounds

Elon Musk’s bold new plan to put AI in orbit isn’t as crazy as it sounds

Kenya unveils tax breaks for EV parts and charging stations to speed up shift to electrics

Kenya is rolling out tax breaks to encourage use of electric vehicles

Netflix’s antitrust hearing morphed into a culture-war fight over ‘wokeness’

Netflix’s antitrust hearing morphed into a culture-war fight over ‘wokeness’

Judge: Deal reached to protect identities of Epstein victims in documents release

A federal judge who presided over the sex trafficking case against Jeffrey Epstein says a Wednesday conference to address harm done to the financier's victims by a massive release of records isn't needed after a deal was struck to protect their identities

With caviar McNuggets and heart-shaped pizza, fast food chains hope to win Valentine's diners

It’s a tale as old as time, or at least as old as TikTok: chicken nuggets lovingly topped with a dab of caviar

Tech stocks pull Wall Street lower as gold and silver prices bounce back

The U.S. stock market sank after a mixed day of trading

French offices of Elon Musk’s X platform raided by Paris cybercrime unit

French offices of Elon Musk’s X platform raided by Paris cybercrime unit

Bitcoin hits lowest level since 2024 and stocks stumble as AI and geopolitical nerves fray

Bitcoin hits lowest level since 2024 and stocks stumble as AI and geopolitical nerves fray

Paris prosecutors raid X offices as part of investigation into child abuse images and deepfakes

French prosecutors have raided the offices of social media platform X as part of a preliminary investigation into allegations that include spreading child sexual abuse images and deepfakes

NASA delays astronauts' lunar trip until March after hydrogen leaks mar fueling test

NASA's long-awaited moonshot with astronauts is off until at least March because of leaking hydrogen fuel

Family's first heat in decades sparks fire and frantic calls as South Florida cold snap hits

Family's first heat in decades sparks fire and frantic calls as South Florida cold snap hits

Minions Olympic skate routine hangs in the balance

Minions Olympic skate routine hangs in the balance

NASA delays launch of historic moon mission

NASA delays launch of historic moon mission

How to tell if a profile is fake

PeopleWin explains how to spot fake internet profiles on social media and potentially uncover who is actually behind them.

Cities have a public bathroom crisis. Are smart, portable bathrooms the way forward?

Next City reports that one toilet startup is using social psychology and gig labor to help address L.A.'s public bathroom problem, but advocates have questions.

Cat missing for nearly a year found in Raymore, reunited with owner thanks to microchip

Cat missing for nearly a year found in Raymore, reunited with owner thanks to microchip

Spain looks to ban social media for under-16s, joining others in Europe

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says Spain's government plans to ban social media access for children under 16

There are many famous names in the Epstein files

There are many famous names in the Epstein files

This is Countdown, CNN’s newsletter covering NASA’s first time sending humans to deep space in over 50 years

This is Countdown, CNN’s newsletter covering NASA’s first time sending humans to deep space in over 50 years

Teens rescued after leaving home with man they met on Roblox

Teens rescued after leaving home with man they met on Roblox

40 years ago, she was a semifinalist to be on board the Challenger. Today, she shares her story

40 years ago, she was a semifinalist to be on board the Challenger. Today, she shares her story

SpaceX, xAI say they intend to merge

Elon Musk's companies SpaceX and xAI say they will merge ahead of an expected SpaceX IPO later this year.

A Fortnite quest is helping kids facing heart transplants feel less alone

A Fortnite quest is helping kids facing heart transplants feel less alone

Fly me to the moon: On a mission to Florida’s classic Space Coast

Fly me to the moon: On a mission to Florida’s classic Space Coast

Climate change threatens the Winter Olympics’ future – and even snowmaking has limits for saving the Games

Innovations have made recent Winter Games possible, but the future climate will have a big impact on where the Olympics can be held and winter sports themselves.

Data centers told to pitch in as storms and cold weather boost power demand

The government directed data centers to turn on backup generation in parts of the US. Expanding distributed generation could improve grid resilience.

France dumps Zoom and Teams as Europe seeks digital autonomy from the US

European governments are moving away from U.S. tech giants, opting for domestic or open-source alternatives

NASA’s Artemis II plans to send a crew around the Moon to test equipment and lay the groundwork for a future landing

Several robotic spacecraft orbiting the Moon can take detailed pictures of its surface, so why send people around the Moon? A planetary geologist explains the benefits.

A human tendency to value expertise, not just sheer power, explains how some social hierarchies form

Social inequalities emerge in every human society. New research into how these hierarchies form suggests ‘prestige psychology’ – the tendency to defer to expertise – is at the root.

Certain brain injuries may be linked to violent crime – identifying them could help reveal how people make moral choices

Armed with new tools that reveal patterns of connection between brain areas, researchers are gaining clearer insights into how the brain regulates behavior.

What is Moltbook, the social networking site for AI bots – and should we be scared?

What is Moltbook, the social networking site for AI bots – and should we be scared?

PayPal replaces CEO Chriss with HP's Lores

PayPal is replacing CEO Alex Chriss with Enrique Lores, saying that the pace of change and execution at the company has not met board expectations over the past two years

‘We will protect them from the digital Wild West.’ Another country will ban social media for under-16s

‘We will protect them from the digital Wild West.’ Another country will ban social media for under-16s

China to ban hidden door handles on cars starting 2027

China has moved to ban hidden door handles on cars, commonly seen on Tesla vehicles, starting next year

Why China is building so many coal plants despite its solar and wind boom

China has significantly increased its coal power capacity, reviving concerns about its climate-changing carbon emissions

China to ban hidden car door handles made popular by Tesla in world first

China to ban hidden car door handles made popular by Tesla in world first

Sabalenka stays top-ranked on women's tour despite loss, Djokovic up to third on men's tour

Carlos Alcaraz completed a career Grand Slam of singles victories with his Australian Open title, but there was some solace for the man he defeated, 24-time Grand Slam singles champion Novak Djokovic

In the face of aid cuts, Gates Foundation narrows its priorities and defends global health funding

The CEO of the Gates Foundation said it will not change course in the face of the collapse of the foreign aid system but instead continue focusing on its main priorities

Families mourn those killed in a Congo mine landslide as some survivors prepare to return

A landslide last week killed at least 200 people in eastern Congo at a rebel-controlled coltan mine and families of the deceased are mourning their lost loved ones

1 person is arrested after a suspected biolab is found at Las Vegas home

Authorities are investigating a suspected biolaboratory found in a Las Vegas home linked to the owner of an unauthorized California biolab

Musk Inc.? Billionaire combines his rocket and AI businesses before an expected IPO this year

Elon Musk is joining his space exploration and artificial intelligence ventures into a single company before a massive planned initial public offering for the business later this year

NASA troubleshoots issues in crucial test ahead of historic moon mission launch

NASA troubleshoots issues in crucial test ahead of historic moon mission launch

Robotaxi pioneer Waymo gets $16 billion injection to accelerate its expansion plans

Robotaxi pioneer Waymo has raised another $16 billion to help fuel its ambition for its fleet of self-driving cars to provide rides throughout the world

FACT FOCUS: Images of NYC mayor with Jeffrey Epstein are AI-generated. Here's how we know

Images circulating online that show New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani as a child with millionaire financier and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein are generated by artificial intelligence

MLB to produce local broadcasts for 6 more teams with fate of FanDuel Sports Network uncertain

Major League Baseball will produce and distribute local broadcasts for six more teams this season

Elon Musk’s SpaceX acquires xAI, merging his two most ambitious companies

Elon Musk’s SpaceX acquires xAI, merging his two most ambitious companies

Trump administration cuts number of sites for testing the 2030 census, focusing on the South

The Trump administration is eliminating four out of six planned locations for a 2030 census practice test

Yet another judge rejects Trump effort to block offshore wind, saying NY project can resume

A federal judge has ruled that an offshore wind project aimed at powering 600,000 New York homes can resume construction

Deputies union demands action after radio failures during carjacking call

Deputies union demands action after radio failures during carjacking call

NASA hit by fuel leaks during a practice countdown of the moon rocket that will fly with astronauts

NASA has run into exasperating fuel leaks in a make-or-break test of the moon rocket that's supposed to send astronauts on a lunar fly-around

Engineers monitor rare ice buildup on Pittsburgh's three rivers

Engineers monitor rare ice buildup on Pittsburgh's three rivers

Crews free worker trapped in elevated sand hopper

Crews free worker trapped in elevated sand hopper

Trump administration to create a strategic reserve for rare earth elements

The Trump administration plans to deploy nearly $12 billion to create a strategic reserve of rare earth elements

What is Slippery Fish? A secret project to win Olympic speedskating medals with help from an app

The U.S. Olympic team for long track speedskating is hoping a secret project called Slippery Fish that uses computer technology can help win medals at the Milan Cortina Winter Games this month

Whether it’s Valentine’s Day notes or emails to loved ones, using AI to write leaves people feeling crummy about themselves

When you outsource romance, there’s a hidden emotional cost.

SpaceX counters Russia’s ‘unauthorized’ use of Starlink to guide drones in Ukraine

SpaceX counters Russia’s ‘unauthorized’ use of Starlink to guide drones in Ukraine

Collar cams offer a bear's eye view into the lives of grizzlies on Alaska's desolate North Slope

Researchers at Washington State University and the Alaska Department of Fish and Game are using collar cams to study a remote population of grizzly bears on Alaska's North Slope

San Francisco Bay Area rattled by series of early morning earthquakes

A series of small earthquakes rattled the San Francisco Bay Area in an area that’s had a lot of seismic activity in recent months

Companies are ditching business with ICE

Companies are ditching business with ICE

Blind sailor prepares for historic solo voyage across Pacific Ocean

Blind sailor prepares for historic solo voyage across Pacific Ocean

Eagles fan says StubHub ticket mix-up cost him $1,700 before refund

Eagles fan says StubHub ticket mix-up cost him $1,700 before refund

Some companies tie AI to layoffs, but the reality is more complicated

When Amazon announced it was cutting 16,000 corporate jobs, many assumed it was the latest phase of CEO Andy Jassy’s push to reduce the corporate workforce as AI brings more efficiency gains

We asked retired astronauts about their favorite space movies, and this is what they shared with us

We asked retired astronauts about their favorite space movies, and this is what they shared with us

Stablecoin law allows crypto firms to profit from fraud, prosecutors say

Stablecoin law allows crypto firms to profit from fraud, prosecutors say

Japan retrieves rare earth-rich mud from seabed to lower reliance on China

A Japanese research vessel has successfully drilled and retrieved deep-sea sediment containing rare earth minerals from the seabed near a remote island, Japan’s government announced Monday as the country seeks to reduce its reliance on China

Is the whole universe just a simulation?

Here’s why some people believe we’re living in a computer simulation of reality – like a giant video game in which we’re all the characters.

From ski jumping to speedskating, winter sports represent physics in action

Watching, modeling and even playing winter sports help students internalize physics concepts, including acceleration, momentum and friction.

Trump claims blue states have less-reliable, more expensive electricity. Here’s the reality

Trump claims blue states have less-reliable, more expensive electricity. Here’s the reality

Pornhub shuts off access to new UK users, citing age verification constraints

Pornhub shuts off access to new UK users, citing age verification constraints

Indonesia lets Elon Musk's Grok back online under tight supervision

Indonesia has allowed Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence chatbot Grok to resume operations on a conditional basis and under strict supervision, after banning it for explicit sexual content

NASCAR's Clash postponed to Wednesday due to historic snowfall in North Carolina

A bomb cyclone over North Carolina has forced NASCAR to reschedule its preseason exhibition to Wednesday night

Researchers train dogs to detect "silent killer" canine cancer

Researchers train dogs to detect "silent killer" canine cancer

Amazon touts ‘Melania’ box office success, though film well short of turning a profit

Amazon touts ‘Melania’ box office success, though film well short of turning a profit

Aerial lidar mapping can reveal archaeological sites while overlooking Indigenous peoples and their knowledge

Aerial lidar raises ethical questions because it can collect data remotely without the knowledge or consent of Indigenous and descendant populations that are on the ground.

These nets used to catch fish. Now they’re catching Russian drones

These nets used to catch fish. Now they’re catching Russian drones

Undercover investigation of Meta heads to trial in New Mexico in first stand-alone case by state

The first stand-alone trial from state prosecutors in a stream of lawsuits against Meta is getting underway in New Mexico

ESPN closes deal for NFL Network, rights for RedZone which gives the NFL a stake in the network

ESPN has finalized its purchase of NFL Network and other league digital assets after receiving approval from government regulators

In Minneapolis, all-encompassing immigration story tests a newsroom in midst of digital transition

With the eyes of a nation upon it, the Minnesota immigration enforcement effort has tested a local newsroom in the midst of a digital transformation — and it hasn't left the local journalists overmatched

NASA begins a practice countdown for its first moonshot with astronauts in more than 50 years

NASA has begun a two-day practice countdown for its first moonshot with astronauts in 53 years

A chatbot entirely powered by humans, not artificial intelligence? This Chilean community shows why

About 50 members of a community outside Chile’s capital spent Saturday trying their best to power an entirely human-operated chatbot that could answer questions and make silly pictures on command, in a message to highlight the environmental toll and water usage of artificial intelligence data centers in the region

More anti-ICE protests underway nationwide after judge declines to immediately halt Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota

More anti-ICE protests underway nationwide after judge declines to immediately halt Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota

Snow hits the Carolinas as low temps compound power outage woes elsewhere from last weekend's ice

A “bomb cyclone” that brings heavy snow to parts of the Carolinas and ushers in frigid temperature to much of East Coast Saturday is likely to persist into Sunday

See February’s full snow moon light up the sky

See February’s full snow moon light up the sky

Tourists traveled to Australia for its famous hot springs. There was just one problem – they didn’t exist

Tourists traveled to Australia for its famous hot springs. There was just one problem – they didn’t exist

After Mexico bans vapes, cartels tighten their grip on a booming market

Organized crime in Mexico is tightening its grip on the vape market, a $1.5 billion industry

Jewelry, art and toy train top list of priciest foreign gifts to Biden and other officials in 2024

Foreign leaders and governments presented to former President Joe Biden, his wife, U.S. Cabinet members and other senior officials tens of thousands of dollars in gifts in the last year of the Biden administration

Apple's iPhone sales surge to new quarterly high despite early missteps in artificial intelligence

Apple’s iPhone sales soared to a new quarterly record during the holiday season, despite artificial intelligence blunders that prompted the technology trendsetter to get a helping hand from Google

How Tesla's grand robotic vision shapes their future business - and how much Musk gets paid

On Tesla's earning call, Elon Musk described how some car models were being discontinued to make way for robot manufacturing, giving investors a new look at Tesla's future with humanoid robotics. CNN's Hadas Gold reports.

The iPhone 17 is easing Wall Street’s concerns about Apple’s AI troubles

The iPhone 17 is easing Wall Street’s concerns about Apple’s AI troubles

US stocks fall while a break in gold fever sends metals prices plunging

Stocks fell on Wall Street, while gold and silver prices plunged as investors tried to gauge what President Donald Trump’s new nominee to lead the Federal Reserve will mean for interest rates

From Colonial rebels to Minneapolis protesters, technology has long powered American social movements

Smartphone video, ICE-tracking apps and 3D-printed whistles have been emblematic of the protests in Minneapolis. Social movements have long latched onto and been catalyzed by new technologies.

Grammys’ AI rules aim to keep music human, but large gray area leaves questions about authenticity and authorship

AI is already in much of the music you hear. It can be as mundane as a production tool or as deceptive as a fake recording artist – and a whole lot in between.

NASA delays the first Artemis moonshot with astronauts because of extreme cold at the launch site

NASA has delayed astronauts' upcoming trip to the moon because of near-freezing temperatures expected at the launch site

Scientists discover molecule in space that hints at origin of life

Scientists discover molecule in space that hints at origin of life

Iowa teen recovering after surgeon uses artificial intelligence to rebuild jaw

Iowa teen recovering after surgeon uses artificial intelligence to rebuild jaw

Here’s what military equipment the US has positioned in the Middle East as Trump considers an Iran strike

Here’s what military equipment the US has positioned in the Middle East as Trump considers an Iran strike

Blue Origin pauses trips on rocket that carried Jeff Bezos, Katy Perry and William Shatner to space

Blue Origin pauses trips on rocket that carried Jeff Bezos, Katy Perry and William Shatner to space

NASA’s Artemis II crewed mission to the Moon shows how US space strategy has changed since Apollo – and contrasts with China’s closed program

Today, there aren’t just two countries competing to get to the Moon. More countries have space programs, and private industry plays a larger role.

Boeing's sales jump nearly 60% in 4Q, bolstered by strong rise in airplane deliveries

Boeing’s sales surged nearly 60% in the fourth quarter as the aerospace company digs itself out of a string of crises that tarnished its reputation

Doomsday Clock 2026: Scientists set new time

Doomsday Clock 2026: Scientists set new time

'Doomsday Clock' moves closer to midnight over threats from nuclear weapons, climate change and AI

A science-oriented advocacy group moved its “Doomsday Clock” to 85 seconds to midnight, saying the Earth is closer than ever to destruction

Amazon is closing its Fresh and Go locations

Amazon is closing its Fresh and Go locations

Amazon to close most Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh stores in days

Amazon is closing almost all of its Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh locations in days as it narrows its focus on food delivery and its grocery chain, Whole Foods Market

Pinterest will lay off 15% of its workforce as the platform pivots resources to AI

Pinterest plans to lay off under 15% of its workforce, as part of broader restructuring that arrives as the image-sharing platform pivots more of its money to artificial intelligence

The Trump-approved US TikTok is off to a rough start

The Trump-approved US TikTok is off to a rough start

Scientists say AI is one of the biggest concerns in new Doomsday Clock time

Created in 1947 by atomic scientists, the Doomsday Clock represents how close humanity may be to destruction. On Tuesday, scientists set a new time, arguing that countries are failing to heed their dire warnings.

LMPD gets attention for series (around 100) of snarky snowstorm tweets

LMPD gets attention for series (around 100) of snarky snowstorm tweets

'It's part of his story': Daughter remembers astronaut dad 40 years after Challenger explosion

'It's part of his story': Daughter remembers astronaut dad 40 years after Challenger explosion

UPS retires fleet of MD-11 aircraft involved in deadly Kentucky crash

UPS says it has retired its fleet of McDonnell Douglas MD-11 cargo planes just months after one crashed in Louisville, killing 15 people

Best Buy employee says 'hacker group' blackmailed him into theft ring scheme

Best Buy employee says 'hacker group' blackmailed him into theft ring scheme

Judge rules Massachusetts offshore wind project halted by Trump administration can continue

A federal judge said Tuesday that a nearly completed Massachusetts offshore wind project can continue, as the industry successfully challenges the Trump administration in court

Video shows flames flying from NASA plane that touched down without landing gear

A NASA research plane has landed without its landing gear in Texas, sending plumes of flame behind it

North Korea's Kim says upcoming party congress will unveil plans to bolster nuclear deterrent

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un says his country will unveil plans to further bolster its nuclear program at the upcoming ruling party congress

Trump administration asks court to pause Louisiana lawsuit targeting abortion pill access while it conducts review

Trump administration asks court to pause Louisiana lawsuit targeting abortion pill access while it conducts review

Russia’s 1.2 million casualties in Ukraine dwarf all its conflicts since World War II, report says

Russia’s 1.2 million casualties in Ukraine dwarf all its conflicts since World War II, report says

ASML made record $11.5 billion profit in 2025 thanks to AI-driven demand, plans to cut 1,700 jobs

ASML reports a record net profit of 9.6 billion euros in 2025, driven by AI demand

Amazon is laying off 16,000 employees as AI battle intensifies

Amazon is laying off 16,000 employees as AI battle intensifies

Amazon cuts about 16,000 corporate jobs in the latest round of layoffs

Amazon is cutting about 16,000 jobs in the latest round of tech industry layoffs

UK proposes forcing Google to let publishers opt out of AI summaries

Britain's competition watchdog says Google should let news sites and content creators opt out of having their content scraped for AI overviews

People aren’t buying into Apple’s big bet on a slimmer iPhone, survey suggests

People aren’t buying into Apple’s big bet on a slimmer iPhone, survey suggests

AI on Australian travel company website sends tourists to nonexistent hot springs

AI on Australian travel company website sends tourists to nonexistent hot springs

Layoffs are piling up, heightening worker anxiety. Here are some of the biggest recent job cuts

As layoffs pile up, workers are feeling increasingly anxious about the job market

Google adds AI image generation to Chrome browser, side panel option for virtual assistant

Google is empowering its Chrome browser with the ability to alter pictures and introducing a side panel for a virtual assistant to help with online tasks as part of its push to turbocharge its of digital services with more artificial intelligence technology

Special delivery: Baby born at Iowa FedEx facility surprises mom, medics

Special delivery: Baby born at Iowa FedEx facility surprises mom, medics

Airplane makes emergency landing in Omaha due to cracked window

Airplane makes emergency landing in Omaha due to cracked window

Christa McAuliffe's legacy lives on in New Hampshire 40 years after Space Shuttle Challenger disaster

Christa McAuliffe's legacy lives on in New Hampshire 40 years after Space Shuttle Challenger disaster

She was supposed to be the first teacher in space. 40 years later, her mission continues

She was supposed to be the first teacher in space. 40 years later, her mission continues

Tesla scraps Model S and Model X to build robots

Tesla scraps Model S and Model X to build robots

Microsoft beats Wall Street expectations with $81.3B revenue

Microsoft reports revenue of $81.3 billion for the October-December quarter, marking a 17% increase from the previous year

Tesla made smallest annual profit since the pandemic, plans to spend big on robotaxis and robots

Tesla’s annual profit plunged to its lowest level since the pandemic five years ago as it lost the title of the world’s biggest electric vehicle maker to a Chinese rival and boycotts hammered sales

Meta posts stronger-than-expected Q4 results though costs continue to soar

Meta’s fourth-quarter results jumped past Wall Street’s expectations thanks to solid advertising revenue, sending shares higher in after-hours trading Wednesday

Trump facing growing cultural revolt against immigration crackdown

President Donald Trump is facing a growing cultural revolt against his immigration crackdown

Barry Diller sought to buy CNN from Warner Bros. Discovery, sources say

Barry Diller sought to buy CNN from Warner Bros. Discovery, sources say

The accidental climate scientist who uncovered an unexpected force of global warming

The accidental climate scientist who uncovered an unexpected force of global warming

‘What if I told you this school had no teachers?’: Is AI schooling the future of education — or a risky bet?

‘What if I told you this school had no teachers?’: Is AI schooling the future of education — or a risky bet?

Dow to cut about 4,500 jobs as emphasis shifts to AI and automation

Dow is planning to cut approximately 4,500 jobs as the chemicals maker puts more emphasis on using artificial intelligence and automation in its business

America is falling behind in the global EV race – that’s going to cost the US auto industry

Electric vehicles are a fast-growing share of auto sales in many countries, and Chinese automakers are benefiting as the US industry pulls back.

Americans want heat pumps – but high electricity prices may get in the way

Many homeowners could save money on their heating bills by installing heat pumps – but not everyone, and not everywhere.

Elon Musk is betting Tesla’s future isn’t about cars at all

Elon Musk is betting Tesla’s future isn’t about cars at all

Washington Post’s White House team urges Jeff Bezos to halt massive newsroom cuts

Washington Post’s White House team urges Jeff Bezos to halt massive newsroom cuts

The Sundance Film Festival is now streaming. Here’s how, and what, to watch

Many films from the Sundance Film Festival in Park City, Utah, are available to stream online starting Thursday through the weekend

What travelers can expect as Southwest Airlines introduces assigned seats

Southwest Airlines passengers are making their final boarding-time scrambles for seats as the carrier prepares to end its signature open-seating system

Altria earnings fall short amid lower cigarette sales and competition for nicotine products

Shares of Altria dipped Thursday after the tobacco giant reported flat earnings due to declining cigarettes sales and challenging competition for newer products, including flavored nicotine pouches

Elk Grove firefighters rescue woman after a garage fire

Elk Grove firefighters rescue woman after a garage fire

Russia is using Starlink to make its killer drones fly farther

Russia is using Starlink to make its killer drones fly farther

Trump says he asked Putin not to target Kyiv for 1 week during brutal cold spell

President Donald Trump says he asked Russian President Vladimir Putin not to target the Ukrainian capital and other towns for one week as the region experiences frigid temperatures and Putin agreed, but Russia hasn't confirmed that

Not ready for robots in homes? The maker of a friendly new humanoid thinks it might change your mind

A new humanoid robot named Sprout, developed by Fauna Robotics, is making its debut

EU steps in to make sure Google gives rivals access to AI services and data

The European Union is stepping in to ensure Google gives rival AI companies and search engines access to data and Gemini AI services

TikTok settles as social media giants face landmark trial over youth addiction claims

TikTok has agreed to settle in a landmark social media addiction lawsuit just before the trial kicked off, the plaintiff’s attorneys confirmed

Close helicopter routes and Army crew’s perception of the wrong aircraft determine why a regional jet and helicopter collided

Close helicopter routes and Army crew’s perception of the wrong aircraft determine why a regional jet and helicopter collided

French lawmakers approve bill banning social media for children under 15

French lawmakers have approved a bill banning social media for children under 15

TikTok users say they can’t upload anti-ICE videos. The company blames tech issues

TikTok users say they can’t upload anti-ICE videos. The company blames tech issues

North Korea launches ballistic missiles into sea between Korean Peninsula and Japan

North Korea has launched short-range ballistic missiles into the sea

For Britain, China remains a ‘threat’ – but one worth doing business with

For Britain, China remains a ‘threat’ – but one worth doing business with

Six people died when a business jet trying to take off in Maine crashed in a snowstorm

Six people died when a business jet crashed during takeoff as a snowstorm moved in and visibility diminished in Maine

Mississippi shivers under ice as long recovery looms

Recovery from Mississippi's worst ice storm in more than 30 years could take a week or more

Why ‘admin nights’ are the new book club for busy adults

Why ‘admin nights’ are the new book club for busy adults

Australian lawyer apologizes for AI-generated errors in murder case

A senior lawyer in Australia has apologized to a judge for using AI-generated fake quotes and nonexistent case judgments in a murder case

How the polar vortex and warm ocean intensified a major US winter storm

The atmosphere is a complicated place. Warm temperatures in one spot can contribute to brutally cold storms somewhere else.

California Post brings brash New York-style tabloid news to the West Coast

Aiming to shake up the Golden State’s media landscape, the California Post has launched a new tabloid newspaper and news site that brings a brash, cheeky and conservative-friendly fixture of the Big Apple to the West Coast

European Union opens investigation into Musk's AI chatbot Grok over sexual deepfakes

European Union regulators have opened a formal investigation into Elon Musk's social media platform X after its AI chatbot Grok started producing nonconsensual sexualized deepfake images

Moms lead effort to delay smartphones for kids

Moms lead effort to delay smartphones for kids

Mail theft in Colorado continues years after USPS vowed to make changes

Mail theft in Colorado continues years after USPS vowed to make changes

F1's secretive 'Barcelona Shakedown' test kicks off with new cars and no fans

F1 has started a new era with the public and the media excluded from its private testing session in Barcelona

Mysterious dark matter may be better understood through a new map of far-off galaxies

A new high-resolution map of distant galaxies may help scientists understand the mysterious dark matter holding the universe together

Trump administration invests in another US rare earth miner to loosen China's grip on supply

The U.S. is taking a minority stake in an Oklahoma rare earth miner, the latest government investment in the sector as it seeks to minimize its reliance on imports of a material used prevalently in smartphones, robotics, electric vehicles and many other high tech products

Artificial metacognition: Giving an AI the ability to ‘think’ about its ‘thinking’

What if an AI system could recognize when it’s confused or when to think more carefully? Researchers are working to give large language models these metacognitive abilities.

Malaria researchers are getting closer to outsmarting the world’s deadliest parasite

After decades of stalled progress, new vaccines, treatments and genetic tools are helping scientists protect children and save lives worldwide.

Europe opens major probe into Elon Musk’s X after outcry over sexualized images

Europe opens major probe into Elon Musk’s X after outcry over sexualized images

When something goes wrong at 186 mph: Inside the fast-reaction world of high-speed train drivers

When something goes wrong at 186 mph: Inside the fast-reaction world of high-speed train drivers

Meta and YouTube head to trial to defend against youth addiction, mental health harm claims

Meta and YouTube head to trial to defend against youth addiction, mental health harm claims

‘We’re not here to finish last’: F1’s newest team, Cadillac, looks to make its mark as sport enters new era

‘We’re not here to finish last’: F1’s newest team, Cadillac, looks to make its mark as sport enters new era

Egypt to adopt restrictions on children’s social media use to fight 'digital chaos'

Egypt is exploring ways to regulate children's use of social media

Private jet with 8 aboard crashes on takeoff in Maine, FAA says

The Federal Aviation Administration says a private aircraft with eight people on board has crashed on takeoff from Bangor International Airport in Maine

Trump says US used secret weapon to disable Venezuelan equipment in Maduro raid

President Donald Trump says the U.S. used a secret weapon he called “The Discombobulator” to disable Venezuelan equipment when the U.S. captured Nicolás Maduro

Police drone program draws community concern

Police drone program draws community concern

Electric air taxi offers NYC a glimpse of the future of travel

Electric air taxi offers NYC a glimpse of the future of travel

‘Our children’s brains are not for sale’: Macron says France to fast-track social media ban for under-15s

‘Our children’s brains are not for sale’: Macron says France to fast-track social media ban for under-15s

Sleep-tracking devices have limits. Experts want users to know what they are

Millions of people rely on wearable devices to monitor how well they're sleeping

Trump claims secret ‘discombobulator’ weapon was used to help capture Maduro

Trump claims secret ‘discombobulator’ weapon was used to help capture Maduro

How Americans are using AI at work, according to a new Gallup poll

A new Gallup poll finds that American workers have adopted artificial intelligence into their work lives at a remarkable pace over the past few years

Macron pushes for fast-track ban on social media for children under 15

French President Emmanuel Macron says he wants to fast-track a ban on social media for teenagers under 15

‘Thank God we have video’: Minnesota’s escalating fights over eyewitness footage

‘Thank God we have video’: Minnesota’s escalating fights over eyewitness footage

Thousands of flights canceled as major winter storm moves across the US

Thousands of flights have been canceled for the weekend across the U.S. as a monster storm began wreaking havoc across much of the country

Atlanta airport rolling out new equipment to keep the runways open after the winter storm

Atlanta airport rolling out new equipment to keep the runways open after the winter storm

Pope Leo warns of ‘overly affectionate’ AI chatbots

Pope Leo warns of ‘overly affectionate’ AI chatbots

Toyota recalls 162,000 trucks over faulty screens

Toyota announced Friday it would recall about 162,000 pickup trucks in the United States after it was discovered that the vehicles’ multimedia displays could compromise driver safety

Gorgeous islands that tourism hasn’t swallowed whole

Gorgeous islands that tourism hasn’t swallowed whole

More than half the US threatened with ice, snow and cold in massive winter storm

Forecasters say over half the U.S. population could be affected by snow, ice or bitter cold as a winter storm sweeps across the county

Meta pauses teen access to AI characters

Meta is halting teens’ access to artificial intelligence characters, at least temporarily, the company said in a blog post Friday

What to know about the deal to keep TikTok in US

TikTok has at last finalized a deal to keep the popular video sharing platform operating in the U.S. after years of uncertainty

Justice Department charges ex-government contractor with leaking to Washington Post reporter

Justice Department charges ex-government contractor with leaking to Washington Post reporter

What weather apps sometimes miss about dangerous winter storm conditions

That snowflake icon on your smartphone app might be quick and handy — it just might not be as accurate as a human when the weather gets rough

Feeling unprepared for the AI boom? You’re not alone

As businesses race to adopt AI, you might worry that the experience and expertise you’ve built up has become a lot less valuable. But you still have more control over your future than you think.

Rheumatoid arthritis has no cure – but researchers are homing in on preventing it

New research could allow health care providers to identify and treat patients at risk for rheumatoid arthritis before the disease progresses.

Still don’t have a REAL ID? Get ready for a $45 fee

Still don’t have a REAL ID? Get ready for a $45 fee

Network shutdown leaves Wisconsin lawmakers meeting outside of public view

The shutdown of Wisconsin’s version of C-SPAN amid a shortfall of fundraising has left the state as perhaps the only one in the country where its legislative floor debates are not being broadcast

Trump steals the show in Davos with a mixed bag of rhetoric and results at elite gathering

U.S. President Donald Trump has taken center stage at the World Economic Forum in Davos, overshadowing discussions on AI and renewable energy

Italian expert's manufactured snow will play big role at the Milan Cortina Games

Davide Cerato will play a major role in skiing and snowboarding events at the upcoming Olympics, but he won’t be competing

Democratic senators sound the alarm on Pentagon backing firms linked to Donald Trump Jr.

Democratic senators sound the alarm on Pentagon backing firms linked to Donald Trump Jr.

TikTok finalizes a deal to form a new American entity

TikTok has finalized a deal to create a new American entity, avoiding the looming threat of a ban in the U.S. that has been in discussion for years

The deal to secure TikTok’s future in the US has finally closed

The deal to secure TikTok’s future in the US has finally closed

Huge US winter storm to bring crippling snow, sleet and ice from Texas to Boston

A massive winter storm is barreling toward the eastern U.S., threatening to bring severe ice and snow from Texas to Boston

Maine governor questions ‘secret arrests,' sheriff says ICE targeted one of his recruits

Maine Gov. Janet Mills challenged federal immigration officials to provide arrest warrants, real-time numbers and information about detainees amid a sweeping enforcement operation, saying the state has been left in the dark as fear spreads in immigrant communities

Under Armour looking into data breach affecting customers' email addresses

Clothing retailer Under Armour is investigating a recent data breach that purloined customers' email addresses and other personal information, but so far there are no signs the hackers stole any passwords or financial information

NASA and families of fallen astronauts mark 40th anniversary of space shuttle Challenger accident

Families of the astronauts lost in the space shuttle Challenger accident are marking that tragic day 40 years ago

Scientists find unlikely new way to track space junk: sonic booms in the atmosphere

Scientists find unlikely new way to track space junk: sonic booms in the atmosphere

Qatari jet-turned-Air Force One expected to be delivered this summer, Air Force says

Qatari jet-turned-Air Force One expected to be delivered this summer, Air Force says

Utah's first-of-its-kind water reclamation facility transforms toilet water into water plants crave

Utah's first-of-its-kind water reclamation facility transforms toilet water into water plants crave

Nuclear reactor owned by Fukushima plant operator TEPCO to shut down again hours after restart

The world's largest nuclear power plant is shutting down a reactor due to a glitch

Microsoft's plan for 15 new data centers in Wisconsin town moves forward

Microsoft's plan for 15 new data centers in Wisconsin town moves forward

Big tech is increasingly promising to pay for spiking power costs. But there’s not much to enforce it

Big tech is increasingly promising to pay for spiking power costs. But there’s not much to enforce it

Couple sues IVF clinic after DNA test reveals baby isn’t theirs

Couple sues IVF clinic after DNA test reveals baby isn’t theirs

Rwanda to test AI-powered technology in clinics under a new Gates Foundation project

Rwanda will test technology powered by artificial intelligence in more than 50 health clinics as part of a new initiative by the Gates Foundation to support 1,000 clinics across Africa with the aim to improve health care services

Google offers users option to plug AI mode into their photos, email for more personalized answers

Google is leveraging its artificial intelligence technology to open a new peephole for its dominant search engine to tailor answers that draw upon people’s interests, habits, travel itineraries and photo libraries

A massive winter storm is coming. Don’t make these mistakes as you prepare

A massive winter storm is coming. Don’t make these mistakes as you prepare

Study shows how earthquake monitors can track space junk through sonic booms

A new study shows how earthquake monitors can better track space junk by tuning into their sonic booms

America’s next big critical minerals source could be coal mine pollution – if we can agree on who owns it

Coal mines are notorious sources of acid mine drainage, but the orange sludge that threatens water supplies and wildlife also contains valuable rare earth elements.

What to know about FDA's review of new Zyn advertising proposal

Americans who smoke may soon be hearing a lot more about Zyn

AI-induced cultural stagnation is no longer speculation − it’s already happening

AI-mediated culture is already being filtered in ways that favor the familiar, the describable and the conventional.

‘Expertise’ shouldn’t be a bad word – expert consensus guides science and society

Expertise comes with training, experience and accreditation. And expert consensus is the best guide modern democracies have for making decisions about complicated challenges.

Hacking the grid: How digital sabotage turns infrastructure into a weapon

The US used a cyberattack to turn off power in Caracas during the raid to seize Maduro. The US grid is also vulnerable to this kind of attack.

Federal authorities have called those who monitor ICE ‘domestic terrorists.’ Here’s what we know

Federal authorities have called those who monitor ICE ‘domestic terrorists.’ Here’s what we know

Ai Weiwei quietly returns to China after a decade: ‘It felt like a phone call suddenly reconnecting’

Ai Weiwei quietly returns to China after a decade: ‘It felt like a phone call suddenly reconnecting’

Immigration officers assert sweeping power to enter homes without a judge's warrant, memo says

An Immigration and Customs Enforcement memo obtained by The Associated Press reveals that the agency allows immigration officers to forcibly enter homes to make arrests without a judicial warrant

Elizabeth Holmes asks Trump to let her out of prison early

Elizabeth Holmes asks Trump to let her out of prison early

As Trump talks tariffs, his Argentine ally welcomes a first shipload of Chinese EVs

The vast field of over 5,800 electric and hybrid vehicles gleamed on the cargo deck of the BYD Changzhou, an Chinese container vessel unloading Wednesday at a river port in eastern Argentina

Astronauts say space station's ultrasound machine was critical during medical crisis

The astronauts evacuated last week from the International Space Station say a portable ultrasound machine came in “super handy" during the medical crisis

Electrical issue that grounded Trump’s flight raises questions about aging Air Force One aircraft

Electrical issue that grounded Trump’s flight raises questions about aging Air Force One aircraft

Ryanair CEO dismisses Elon Musk's idea of buying the airline as verbal feud escalates

Ryanair's CEO Michael O'Leary is dismissing Elon Musk's idea of buying the airline and shrugging off his insults

Washington Post seeks court order for government to return electronics seized from reporter's home

The Washington Post has asked a federal court for an order requiring federal authorities to return electronic devices that they seized from a Post reporter’s Virginia home last week

This just in from The New York Times: Its first 2-player game, and an evolving business model

There's a lot more to The New York Times than its news stories, and that's by design

Despite its steep environmental costs, AI might also help save the planet

Artificial intelligence systems have big environmental costs but are also finding ways to save energy and water, cut emissions and make businesses more efficient.

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary welcomes public feud with Elon Musk

Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary welcomes public feud with Elon Musk

Filming ICE is legal but exposes you to digital tracking – here’s how to minimize the risk

Federal agents have pepper-sprayed, tackled and detained people recording their actions. If you post your recordings of agents, you also risk the feds tracking you and those around you.

Antibiotic resistance could undo a century of medical progress – but four advances are changing the story

Antibiotics transformed health care for the better, but their diminishing effectiveness may soon be its undoing. Researchers are studying ways to fight back against resistance.

Edmunds tests the BMW X5 and Mercedes GLE seeking the better luxury plug-in SUV

If practicality, fuel economy, and premium amenities are all high on the list of priorities for your next vehicle purchase, a luxury plug-in hybrid sport-utility vehicle might be just what you’re looking for

Trump once again en route to Davos after ‘minor electrical issue’ forced Air Force One to turn back

Trump once again en route to Davos after ‘minor electrical issue’ forced Air Force One to turn back

What it was like to pilot the supersonic Concorde jet

What it was like to pilot the supersonic Concorde jet

FTC says it will appeal Meta antitrust decision

The Federal Trade Commission said Tuesday it will appeal the November ruling in favor of Meta in its antitrust case against the social media giant

Air Force One returns to Washington area due to minor electrical issue, White House says

President Donald Trump’s plane, Air Force One, has safely returned to Joint Base Andrews about an hour after departing for Switzerland on Tuesday evening

DOGE shared Social Security data to unauthorized server, according to court filing

DOGE shared Social Security data to unauthorized server, according to court filing

NASA astronaut Suni Williams retires months after return from troubled mission to orbit

NASA astronaut Suni Williams retires months after return from troubled mission to orbit

NASA astronaut who was stuck at the space station for months retires within a year of returning

NASA's Suni Williams — one of two astronauts stuck for months at the International Space Station — has retired

Amazon CEO: Prices have gone up from tariffs

Amazon CEO: Prices have gone up from tariffs

Trump’s stated reasons for taking Greenland are wrong – but the tactics fit with the plan to limit China’s economic interests

A 1951 defense agreement between the United States and Denmark allows the US to build military installations on Greenland to protect the region.

Netflix delivers solid 4th quarter, but stock sinks amid worries about slowing subscriber growth

Netflix capped last year with another solid financial performance despite slowing subscriber growth that underscored the importance of its contested $72 billion bid to take over Warner Bros

'It's been really pretty': Stargazers gather in Placerville for glimpse of Northern Lights

'It's been really pretty': Stargazers gather in Placerville for glimpse of Northern Lights

Netflix intensifies bid for Warner Bros making its $72 billion offer all cash

Netflix is now offering to buy Warner Bros

New court doc asserts former Obama WH counsel advised Jeffrey Epstein during critical reputational and legal battles

New court doc asserts former Obama WH counsel advised Jeffrey Epstein during critical reputational and legal battles

EU plans phase out of high risk telecom suppliers, in proposals seen as targeting China

The European Union plans to phase out telecom gear from companies in "high risk" countries, targeting Chinese firms like Huawei and ZTE

Mom advocates for silent panic alarm technology in Tennessee schools statewide

Mom advocates for silent panic alarm technology in Tennessee schools statewide

Donald Trump thanks you for your attention to these matters in his second term

President Donald Trump has commanded attention during his second term

Some hard-earned lessons from Detroit on how to protect the safety net for community partners in research

Stipends paid to residents had unintended consequences.

Supergiant star Betelgeuse is full of mysteries. New observations might solve the biggest one

Supergiant star Betelgeuse is full of mysteries. New observations might solve the biggest one

AI cannot automate science – a philosopher explains the uniquely human aspects of doing research

While AI can streamline certain parts of the scientific process, a philosopher argues that it cannot replace human expertise and collaboration.

Russia batters Ukraine's power grid again as officials seek momentum in US-led peace talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that Russia has launched more than 300 drones and missiles in a nighttime attack on Ukraine's power grid

British leader says ’no option off the table’ as UK considers Australia-style teen social media ban

The British government is considering banning young teenagers from social media to protect them from harmful content and excessive screen time

Netflix revises its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery. Now, it’s all cash

Netflix revises its offer for Warner Bros. Discovery. Now, it’s all cash

Parts of the US could see northern lights Monday

The aurora could be visible across Canada and much of the northern U.S. following a major disturbance in the Earth’s magnetic field

NYSE working on a new platform for trading digital tokens around the clock

The New York Stock Exchange is working on a digital platform that would enable investors to trade digital tokens around the clock

Sun releases the largest solar radiation storm ‘in over 20 years,’ forecasters say

Sun releases the largest solar radiation storm ‘in over 20 years,’ forecasters say

NBA announces All-Star Game starters, with 1st version of U.S. vs. The World format now on its way

Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo, Oklahoma City’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Denver’s Nikola Jokic, the Los Angeles Lakers’ Luka Doncic, Golden State's Stephen Curry, New York’s Jalen Brunson, Detroit’s Cade Cunningham, Philadelphia’s Tyrese Maxey, Boston’s Jaylen Brown and San San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama were announced as NBA All-Star starters Monday

Analysts warn that Iran crisis carries potential nuclear risks

In the wake of spiraling tensions between the United States and Iran over Tehran’s violent crackdown of protests, analysts warn that internal upheaval or a potential collapse of the Iranian government could carry nuclear risks

6 families sue TikTok over deaths of their children after apparent 'choking challenge'

6 families sue TikTok over deaths of their children after apparent 'choking challenge'

Alabama's robotic ultrasound plan raises concerns from OB-GYNs

Alabama's robotic ultrasound plan raises concerns from OB-GYNs

Go Caboodle: New site gives parents control over what content kids view

Go Caboodle: New site gives parents control over what content kids view

Are there thunderstorms on Mars? A planetary scientist explains the red planet’s dry, dusty storms

A rover recently captured sounds of lightning crackling on Mars, over a decade after scientists uncovered the first evidence for electric discharges on the planet.

An ultrathin coating for electronics looked like a miracle insulator − but a hidden leak fooled researchers for over a decade

A new study investigated the source of a leak in a ‘miracle measurement’ from 2010 – and engineers found a potential solution.

What to Stream: 'The Smashing Machine,' Louis Tomlinson, 'The Beauty' and Bruce Springsteen biopic

Dwayne Johnson transforming into MMA pioneer Mark Kerr for “The Smashing Machine” and Louis Tomlinson releasing his third solo album are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you

Trump's voice in a new Fannie Mae ad is generated by artificial intelligence, with his permission

What sounds like President Donald Trump narrating a new Fannie Mae ad actually is an AI-cloned voice reading text, according to a disclaimer in the video

1,500 soldiers on standby for possible Minnesota deployment, source says, as state mobilizes National Guard

1,500 soldiers on standby for possible Minnesota deployment, source says, as state mobilizes National Guard

Here’s how AI data centers affect the electrical grid

Here’s how AI data centers affect the electrical grid

Trump’s double pardon underscores sweeping use of clemency

Trump’s double pardon underscores sweeping use of clemency

NASA's new moon rocket moves to the pad ahead of astronaut launch as early as February

NASA's giant new moon rocket is finally at the launch pad

Climate activist predicts high electricity prices and Trump's attacks on green energy will hurt GOP

Longtime climate activist Bill McKibben finds hope in solar energy despite the Trump administration rolling back environmental regulations and freezing offshore wind projects

FAA urges pilots to exercise caution over eastern Pacific, citing 'military activities'

The Federal Aviation Administration is urging U.S. aircraft operators to “exercise caution” when flying over the eastern Pacific Ocean near Mexico, Central America and parts of South America, citing “military activities” and satellite navigation interference

Judge allows a third offshore wind project to resume construction as the industry challenges Trump

A federal judge has ruled that work on a Virginia offshore wind project could resume

Mother of Elon Musk's child sues his AI company over sexual deepfake images created by Grok

The mother of one of Elon Musk's children is suing his AI company over deepfake images of her on the internet

Mother of Elon Musk’s son sues his xAI over AI-deepfake images

Mother of Elon Musk’s son sues his xAI over AI-deepfake images

ChatGPT's free ride is ending: Here's what OpenAI plans for advertising on the chatbot

OpenAI plans to introduce ads for ChatGPT users who aren't paying for the premium version

ChatGPT to start showing users ads based on their conversations

ChatGPT to start showing users ads based on their conversations

Stocks edge a bit below their latest records on Wall Street

Stocks edged a bit lower on Wall Street as the first week of corporate earnings season closes out with markets trading near record levels

Chinese EVs are making inroads in North America. That worries industry experts

China’s rapid development of electric vehicles had competitors concerned even before Canada this week agreed to cut its tariffs on EVs in exchange for concessions on Canadian farm products

Supreme Court will decide on use of warrants that collect the location history of cellphone users

The Supreme Court has agreed to decide the constitutionality of broad search warrants that collect the location history of cellphone users to find people near crime scenes

Supreme Court agrees to decide if police can seek sweeping cellphone location data in investigations

Supreme Court agrees to decide if police can seek sweeping cellphone location data in investigations

White House and governors pressure grid operator to boost power supply, slow electricity price hikes

The White House and a bipartisan group of governors are taking aim at power shortages and price spikes from data centers for artificial intelligence

The first ‘across the bridge’: Man who received experimental pig kidney transplant now has a human organ

The first ‘across the bridge’: Man who received experimental pig kidney transplant now has a human organ

YouTube relaxes monetization policy on videos with controversial content

YouTube is updating its guidelines for videos containing what advertisers define as controversial content, like abortion and self-harm, allowing more creators to earn full ad revenue when they tackle sensitive issues in a nongraphic way

Community unites to sustainably restore Santa Cruz's iconic blue whale skeleton

Community unites to sustainably restore Santa Cruz's iconic blue whale skeleton

Colorado ranchers and consumers can team up to make beef supply chains more sustainable

Beef is a source of complete protein for humans, but its production results in greenhouse gas emissions.

Iran’s latest internet blackout extends to phones and Starlink

Iran’s internet shutdown cuts off most communication with the outside world during violent repression of national protests.

Raccoons break into liquor stores, scale skyscrapers and pick locks – studying their clever brains can clarify human intelligence, too

Trash pandas’ talent for escaping via lab vents may frustrate researchers, but their problem-solving skills make their brains a fascinating area of research.

Deep reading can boost your critical thinking and help you resist misinformation – here’s how to build the skill

Reading comprehension scores are tanking, and fewer Americans are picking up books. But practicing deep reading can help you process content more carefully and keep you from falling for misinformation.

Americans are paying more than ever for cars. Cheap models are disappearing

Americans are paying more than ever for cars. Cheap models are disappearing

Taiwan hails its ‘best’ trade deal with US, as China protests

Taiwan’s premier has hailed a new trade deal with the United States as the “best tariff deal” enjoyed by countries with trade surpluses with Washington, while an official in Beijing condemned the accord

She set a photo afire, lit a cigarette — and became a symbol of resistance for Iran protesters

A woman in Canada has become a global symbol of defiance against Iran's regime

Social media platforms removed 4.7 million accounts after Australia banned them for children

Social media companies have revoked access to about 4.7 million accounts identified as belonging to children in Australia

NASA SpaceX Crew-11 returns to earth

Four astronauts aboard a SpaceX capsule splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of San Diego, ending a weeklong effort to return the crew early prompted by a medical issue involving one crew member.

Wikipedia inks AI deals with Microsoft, Meta and Perplexity as it marks 25th birthday

Wikipedia, the online encyclopedia written by volunteers, is embracing artificial intelligence to mark its 25th anniversary

Kathleen Kennedy, steward of 'Star Wars,' steps down from Lucasfilm

Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down from Lucasfilm after more than 13 years

Good news: World records longest ever lull in nuclear tests. Bad news: It’s on shaky ground

Good news: World records longest ever lull in nuclear tests. Bad news: It’s on shaky ground

CDC studies show value of nationwide wastewater disease surveillance, as potential funding cut looms

Two new studies from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show wastewater monitoring of measles can flag measles spread days to weeks in advance

What you need to know about Grok and the controversies surrounding it

Elon Musk's AI assistant, Grok, is facing scrutiny from governments worldwide

Global power struggles over the ocean’s finite resources call for creative diplomacy

The expansion of Arctic shipping, scramble for seafloor mining and overfishing are all straining international relationships. But the powers of diplomacy go beyond ocean treaties.

Minifridge recall expands to 964,000 Frigidaires after fire reports

An appliance distributor is expanding a minifridge recall that now covers roughly 964,000 Frigidaire-branded products sold in the U.S., after multiple fire reports

Inside the botched launch of ex-NYC Mayor Eric Adams' new crypto token

Former New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing questions about the launch of a new cryptocurrency token, which he claims will help support efforts to end antisemitism and anti- Americanism

First on CNN: Noninvasive brain treatment for depression proves helpful

First on CNN: Noninvasive brain treatment for depression proves helpful

Fossil analysis changes what paleontologists know about how long T. rex took to grow full size

Fossil analysis changes what paleontologists know about how long T. rex took to grow full size

'I never seen online grooming like this': Tampa trafficking expert warns parents

'I never seen online grooming like this': Tampa trafficking expert warns parents

An app’s blunt life check adds another layer to the loneliness crisis in China

In China, the names of things are often either ornately poetic or stunningly direct

Ailing astronaut returns to Earth early in NASA's first medical evacuation

An ailing astronaut is back on Earth

Grandma receives $30 Barbie from Canada, then $802 tariff charge from shipper

Grandma receives $30 Barbie from Canada, then $802 tariff charge from shipper

4 astronauts depart Space Station in NASA's first medical evacuation

Former NASA Astronaut Leroy Chiao joins The Lead.

4 astronauts return to Earth after medical issue forces early ISS exit

4 astronauts return to Earth after medical issue forces early ISS exit

Grok blocked from undressing images in places where it's illegal, X says

Elon Musk’s X says its AI chatbot Grok won't be able to edit photos of real people in revealing clothing in places where that is illegal

A part that broke on a UPS plane that crashed in Kentucky failed 4 times on other planes years ago

The National Transportation Safety Board says Boeing warned plane owners in 2011 about a flaw in the part that failed and contributed to the engine flying off a UPS plane before it crashed and killed 15 in November but at that point the plane manufacturer didn’t believe it threatened safety

Beware of online ads with elaborate backstories. They may not be from a real small business

Online ads that appeared before the holidays linked to a website featuring a photo of a woman hand-knitting a Christmas sweater

In a warming world, freshwater production is moving deep beneath the sea

Climate change is driving a global boom in desalination as regions turn to the sea for drinking water

What's next for Greenland and Denmark after difficult meeting with Trump administration

U.S., Danish and Greenlandic officials have met face to face to discuss President Donald Trump’s ambitions to take control of Greenland, a semiautonomous territory of Denmark

Verizon says hourslong outage that disrupted calling and data services has been resolved

Verizon says it resolved an outage that disrupted many U.S. customers’ calling and other cellular services for more than 10 hours on Wednesday

Science is best communicated through identity and culture – how researchers are ensuring STEM serves their communities

Scientists have traditionally focused on educating the public on science or correcting misinformation. But researchers from marginalized communities often have broader goals in science communication.

Lawmakers propose $2.5B agency to boost production of rare earths and other critical minerals

A bipartisan group of lawmakers has proposed creating a new agency with $2.5 billion to boost production of rare earths and the other critical minerals

Verizon says it’s fixed the massive outage that left many without phone calling and data services

Verizon says it’s fixed the massive outage that left many without phone calling and data services

NASA sends 4 astronauts back to Earth in first medical evacuation

An astronaut in need of medical care is on the way back to Earth

NCAA urges federal regulators to suspend prediction markets that look a lot like gambling

The NCAA sent a letter asking federal regulators to suspend prediction markets for college sports

Danish official says there's a 'fundamental disagreement' with Trump over Greenland

A top Danish official says a “fundamental disagreement” over Greenland remains with President Donald Trump after talks in Washington with Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio

Trump enacts 25% tariff on chips — with a caveat

Trump enacts 25% tariff on chips — with a caveat

NTSB investigators pinpoint failed aircraft part from UPS crash last year

NTSB investigators pinpoint failed aircraft part from UPS crash last year

Elon Musk’s Grok can no longer undress images of real people on X

Elon Musk’s Grok can no longer undress images of real people on X

4 astronauts depart ISS, leaving behind just 3 crewmates to staff the orbiting lab

4 astronauts depart ISS, leaving behind just 3 crewmates to staff the orbiting lab

Trump's freeze of an offshore wind project faces scrutiny from a judge he appointed

A federal judge is considering whether to set aside a Trump administration order pausing the construction of a major offshore project for New York

YouTube will let parents stop their teens from endlessly scrolling short videos

YouTube will let parents stop their teens from endlessly scrolling short videos

Free Starlink access for Iran seen as game changer for demonstrators getting their message out

SpaceX's Starlink has dropped fees to help Iranian demonstrators share protest details globally, activists say

Trump wants to slash funding for federal climate and weather research. Congress is about to tell him ‘No’

Trump wants to slash funding for federal climate and weather research. Congress is about to tell him ‘No’

Bilt's new credit cards will feature 10% interest rate, meeting bipartisan call for lower card rates

Bilt has announced an overhaul of its credit cards, introducing an 10% introductory interest rate for one year

Searching reporters’ homes, suing journalists and repressing citizen dissent are well-known steps toward autocracy

President Donald Trump’s threats against independent media and free speech look a lot like the actions of autocrats elsewhere intent on undermining the institutions meant to keep them in check.

Ukraine’s new defense chief reveals 200,000 soldiers have gone AWOL and 2 million are dodging draft

Ukraine’s new defense chief reveals 200,000 soldiers have gone AWOL and 2 million are dodging draft

Teens film and provoke man at Home Depot in viral video attempt

Teens film and provoke man at Home Depot in viral video attempt

Dutch court hears arguments in Nexperia mismanagement case that upset the global auto industry

Lawyers for Nexperia and its Chinese owners have faced off in an Amsterdam courtroom over alleged corporate mismanagement

Fanatics debuts Fanatics Studios with Olympics, Tom Brady and ESPN at Intuit Dome

Fanatics, known for sports merchandise, is diving into entertainment with Fanatics Studios

Climate engineering would alter the oceans, reshaping marine life – new study examines each method’s risks

Some methods being tried to counter climate change shift the ocean’s biology or chemistry. Others would deflect solar radiation. All have consequences for marine life.

Sales of a powerful Nvidia AI chip to China gets the greenlight, with conditions

The Trump administration placed new security requirements on Nividia’s semiconductor sales to China, but essentially greenlighted the export of its powerful H200 artificial intelligence chips to Chinese buyers

Could ChatGPT convince you to buy something? Threat of manipulation looms as AI companies gear up to sell ads

AI companies are gearing up to follow the social media model of monetizing their platforms through advertising. The danger for consumers with AI goes beyond data privacy to covert manipulation.

From a new flagship space telescope to lunar exploration, global cooperation – and competition – will make 2026 an exciting year for space

The US, China, India, Europe and Japan all have exciting missions on the horizon in 2026. Many of them are collaborative feats.

Reddit and TikTok - with the help of AI - are reshaping how researchers understand substance use

Chatter in social media communities sheds light on a hidden population of substance users.

South Florida’s Brightline has highlighted an old problem – every year for the past decade, 900 pedestrians were killed by trains

Railway safety has vastly improved for motor vehicles, but reducing the risk of collisions with pedestrians is much trickier.

A novel sanctuary in Antarctica is preserving ice samples from rapidly melting glaciers

Scientists have inaugurated the first global repository of mountain ice cores in an Antarctic vault

Music streams hit 5 trillion in 2025. Christian, rock and Latin lead growth in the US

The global music industry hit 5.1 trillion streams in 2025

Viral app in China taps into national loneliness by asking: ‘Are You Dead?’

Viral app in China taps into national loneliness by asking: ‘Are You Dead?’

A baseball player and honor student: What we know about the teen who confessed to burning Mississippi’s oldest synagogue

A baseball player and honor student: What we know about the teen who confessed to burning Mississippi’s oldest synagogue

Venezuelan officials return to X in apparent end to Maduro-era ban on platform

Venezuelan officials return to X in apparent end to Maduro-era ban on platform

China's car exports surged in 2025, but domestic demand slowed

China has reported its auto exports rose 21% last year from the year before, driven by a surge in electric vehicle shipments

Proposed billionaires' tax in California rattles Silicon Valley, entangles Gov. Newsom

A proposal to tax the accumulated wealth of California billionaires has ignited a political uproar in Silicon Valley and across the state

The death toll from a crackdown on protests in Iran jumps to at least 2,571, activists say

Activists say the death toll from the protests in Iran has surpassed 2,500 people

The Latest: Trump lashes out at Federal Reserve in speech to Detroit Economic Club

President Donald Trump promoted his efforts to boost U.S. manufacturing, as he tries to counter fears about a weakening job market and worries that still-rising prices are hurting Americans’ pocketbooks

The Latest: Iran eases some communications restrictions as activists say death toll surpasses 2,500

Activists say the death toll from Iran's protests has risen to at least 2,571, and Iranian state TV acknowledges there was a high death toll

House passes bill codifying Trump order to rinse away showerhead regulations

The House gave approval to legislation aimed at loosening water efficiency regulations for showerheads

Access to Elon Musk’s Starlink internet service is now free in Iran as regime continues brutal crackdown on protests

Access to Elon Musk’s Starlink internet service is now free in Iran as regime continues brutal crackdown on protests

Wall Street pulls back from its records as JPMorgan Chase and Delta kick off earnings season

Wall Street pulled back from its records following a mixed start to the latest profit reporting season for big U.S. companies

At-home STD tests offer new options for screening and treatment

New options for testing and treating some of the most common sexually transmitted diseases are becoming available

Louisville Tool Library helps neighbors save money by sharing resources

Louisville Tool Library helps neighbors save money by sharing resources

Astronomers now say the moon is eating up molecules from Earth’s atmosphere

Astronomers now say the moon is eating up molecules from Earth’s atmosphere

High-tech beanie helps to soothe NICU babies

High-tech beanie helps to soothe NICU babies

Damn the torpedoes! Trump ditches a crucial climate treaty in latest move to dismantle America’s climate protections

At the same time, Americans have been facing worsening storms, wildfires and deadly heat waves.

Detroit Auto Show opens as industry pares back splashy debuts and leans on test tracks

The Detroit Auto Show returns this week

Microsoft has a plan to stop AI data centers from hiking up your electricity bill

Microsoft has a plan to stop AI data centers from hiking up your electricity bill

Research institutions tout the value of scholarship that crosses disciplines – but academia pushes interdisciplinary researchers out

Researchers who focus on one specialty are more likely to rise through the academic ranks, even though wicked societal problems require crosscutting work to solve.

Rural areas have darker skies but fewer resources for students interested in astronomy – telescopes in schools can help

Stargazing can stimulate an interest in space in kids and lead to a passion for science. But rural schools often lack the resources to nurture these interests.

Microsoft's Brad Smith pushes Big Tech to 'pay our way' for AI data centers amid rising opposition

Microsoft is trying to win over communities concerned about AI data centers

Amazon’s big plan to beat ChatGPT: Give Alexa a better memory

Amazon’s big plan to beat ChatGPT: Give Alexa a better memory

Tesla’s profit engine is sputtering. Elon Musk has bet its future on a promise he’s far from delivering

Tesla’s profit engine is sputtering. Elon Musk has bet its future on a promise he’s far from delivering

Malaysia will take legal action against Musk's X and xAI over misuse of Grok chatbot

Malaysian authorities have announced legal action against Elon Musk's social media platform X and its AI unit xAI

Pentagon bought device through undercover operation some investigators suspect is linked to Havana Syndrome

Pentagon bought device through undercover operation some investigators suspect is linked to Havana Syndrome

Here's how AP reports on the death toll from Iran's protests

The difficulty of tracking the death toll from Iran's nationwide protests has been compounded by the government's decision to cut off the internet to the country

Trump administration under pressure to restore funding to groups supporting internet freedom in Iran

Trump administration under pressure to restore funding to groups supporting internet freedom in Iran

Offshore wind developer prevails in court as Trump says the US 'will not approve any windmills'

A federal judge ruled Monday that work on a major offshore wind farm for Rhode Island and Connecticut can resume, handing the industry at least a temporary victory as President Donald Trump seeks to shut it down

Google's corporate parent joins $4 trillion club as investors continue to bet on AI breakthroughs

Google parent Alphabet Inc. on Monday became the fourth Big Tech powerhouse to be valued at $4 trillion, a once seemingly unfathomable milestone that’s become more like a rite of passage amid an artificial intelligence arms race

NASCAR's 'Chase' returns: What fans need to know about the 2026 format

NASCAR has announced a return to its original championship format, known as "The Chase," starting in 2026

Beshear: Focusing on everyday concerns is key for Democrats vying for governorships

Democrats are looking to expand their hold on the nation's governorships in the midterm elections in November

Apple calls on Google to help smarten up Siri and bring other AI features to the iPhone

Apple will lean on Google to help finish its bungled attempts to smarten up its virtual assistant Siri and bring other artificial intelligence features to the iPhone as the trendsetting company plays catch up in technology’s latest craze

Apple teams up with Google Gemini for AI-powered Siri

Apple teams up with Google Gemini for AI-powered Siri

Meta names former Trump adviser Dina Powell McCormick as president and vice chairman

Facebook owner Meta has named Dina Powell McCormick, a former Trump administration adviser and longtime finance executive, as president and vice chairman of the tech giant

Paraglider survives 500-foot fall into water off Ocean Reef Park

Paraglider survives 500-foot fall into water off Ocean Reef Park

US will pour $115 million into counter-drone tech ahead of World Cup

US will pour $115 million into counter-drone tech ahead of World Cup

A's request to trademark "Sacramento Athletics" denied, "Sacramento A's" approved

A's request to trademark "Sacramento Athletics" denied, "Sacramento A's" approved

China and EU agree on steps to resolve EV imports dispute

China and the European Union say they have agreed on steps toward resolving their dispute over the bloc's imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles

Financial case for college remains strong, but universities need to add creative thinking to their curriculum

The cost of college is on the rise – but college grads still earn more than those without a degree.

California wants to mix hydrogen with gas to cut climate pollution. Critics say that poses risks

Blending green hydrogen with natural gas is seen by some as key to achieving California’s clean energy goals

Malaysia and Indonesia become the first countries to block Musk’s Grok over sexualized AI images

Malaysia and Indonesia have blocked access to Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok as concerns grow over its misuse in generating explicit images

Musk’s Grok blocked by Indonesia, Malaysia over sexualized images in world first

Musk’s Grok blocked by Indonesia, Malaysia over sexualized images in world first

Wegmans is scanning your face at some stores. It’s not the only company

Wegmans is scanning your face at some stores. It’s not the only company

This teen was targeted by deepfake nudes. She hopes new training course will help future victims

This teen was targeted by deepfake nudes. She hopes new training course will help future victims

George Floyd and Renee Good: 5 years between Minneapolis videos, and confusion has increased

Five years after video of George Floyd's killing on a Minneapolis street, video of another law enforcement action in the northern city is central to another American debate

Google teams up with Walmart and other retailers to enable shopping within Gemini AI chatbot

Google is expanding the shopping features in its AI chatbot by teaming up with Walmart, Shopify, Wayfair and other big retailers to turn the Gemini app into a virtual merchant as well as an assistant

A $400,000 payout after Maduro's capture is putting prediction markets in the spotlight

Prediction markets let people wager on anything from a basketball game to the outcome of a presidential election — and recently, the downfall of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro

NASA’s Pandora telescope will study stars in detail to learn about the exoplanets orbiting them

The findings from Pandora will complement data from the James Webb Space Telescope to give astronomers more insight into stars and planets outside our solar system.

What 4 videos left by the suspected shooter at Brown University and of an MIT professor confirm – and still don’t answer

What 4 videos left by the suspected shooter at Brown University and of an MIT professor confirm – and still don’t answer

Erich von Däniken, Swiss writer who spawned alien archaeology, dies at 90

Erich von Däniken, the Swiss author whose books on the extraterrestrial origins of ancient civilizations brought him both fame and scorn, has died at age 90

Retouched images of Netanyahu's wife, distributed by the state, ignite a fiery ethics debate

Israel’s official state photos from last year portend to show history in the making

Analysis of ICE agent’s cellphone footage and tactics

CNN’s examination of the fatal shooting of Renee Good includes newly-released footage and a 3D model

As protests rage, Iran pulls the plug on contact with the world

Iran has disconnected its internet and phone lines to cut off its 85 million people from the rest of the world

Exclusive: CNN looks inside an Oreshnik missile

Russia struck Ukraine with a hypersonic Oreshnik missile on Thursday, a rare use of one of its most advanced weapons. CNN's Nick Paton Walsh got an exclusive look inside the remnants of one of these missiles last January.

Fears of an AI bubble were nowhere to be found at the world’s biggest tech show

Fears of an AI bubble were nowhere to be found at the world’s biggest tech show

VR headsets are 'hope machines' inside California prisons, offering escape and practical experience

Prisoners are now taking regular trips to far-flung, exotic locales such as Thailand

WNBA and players' union fail to reach new CBA, negotiations continue without extension

The WNBA and its players’ union weren’t able to agree to a new collective bargaining agreement by the Friday night deadline, and now the league enters a “status-quo” period with no new extension reached

New York attorney general sues Trump administration over offshore wind project freeze

New York’s attorney general has sued the Trump administration for halting two major offshore wind projects expected to power more than 1 million homes

Cell phone footage raises new questions about ICE agent’s tactics before fatal shooting

Cell phone footage raises new questions about ICE agent’s tactics before fatal shooting

Supreme Court will take up Cisco's bid to shut down lawsuit by Falun Gong

The Supreme Court has agreed to take up an appeal from tech giant Cisco seeking to shut down a lawsuit claiming that the company’s technology was used to persecute members of the Falun Gong spiritual movement in China

GM hit with $6 billion in charges as EV incentives cut and emissions standards fade

General Motors will be hit with charges of about $6 billion in its fourth quarter after sales of electric vehicles sputtered when the U.S. cut tax incentives to buy them and also eased auto emissions standards

Lyft and Uber drivers protest Waymo robotaxis as California considers further regulations

Lyft and Uber drivers protested Waymo’s self-driving taxis in San Francisco

Musk's Grok chatbot restricts image generation after global backlash to sexualized deepfakes

Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok is now restricting image generation and editing to paying users

Meta lines up massive supply of nuclear power to energize AI data centers

Facebook parent Meta has reached nuclear power deals with three companies as it continues to look for electricity sources for its artificial intelligence data centers

After ‘digital undressing’ criticism, Elon Musk’s Grok limits some image generation to paid subscribers

After ‘digital undressing’ criticism, Elon Musk’s Grok limits some image generation to paid subscribers

Russia strikes western Ukraine with Oreshnik ballistic missile, one of its most advanced weapons

Russia strikes western Ukraine with Oreshnik ballistic missile, one of its most advanced weapons

What is the Oreshnik ballistic missile fired by Russia into Ukraine?

What is the Oreshnik ballistic missile fired by Russia into Ukraine?

The 6-7 craze offered a brief window into the hidden world of children

From Pig Latin to Punch Buggy, kids have long used nonsensical language, gestures and games to carve out cultures of their own.

Russia just used its new hypersonic missile again in Ukraine. Here's what to know about the Oreshnik

Russia has used its latest missile against Ukraine for a second time in the nearly 4-year-old war, a forceful signal to Kyiv and its Western allies as peace talks are in a crucial stage

Three young men attempt world-record train ride to show Atlanta's transit is reliable

Three young men attempt world-record train ride to show Atlanta's transit is reliable

Americans have had their mail-in ballots counted after Election Day for generations − a Supreme Court ruling could end the practice

29 states allow mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day to be counted days after an election. A case before the Supreme Court could take that decision away from the states.

Superheavy-lift rockets like SpaceX’s Starship could transform astronomy by making space telescopes cheaper

NASA, SpaceX and Blue Origin have all successfully launched superheavy-lift rockets. These massive vehicles are designed to carry a much heavier load.

NASA crew to make rare early return to Earth after medical issue in space

NASA crew to make rare early return to Earth after medical issue in space

From climbing vacuums to cyber pets: Some highlights of CES 2026

CES 2026 showcased futuristic tech, from paper-thin screens to AI-driven gadgets

NASA, in a rare move, cuts space station mission short after an astronaut's medical issue

In a rare move, NASA is cutting a mission aboard the International Space Station short after an astronaut had a medical issue

FACT FOCUS: Minneapolis shooting prompts spread of misrepresented and fabricated images online

Misrepresented and fabricated images spread widely on social media in the aftermath of the fatal shooting of Minneapolis woman Renee Good by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer on Wednesday

GM takes $6 billion hit as cost of backing away from EVs

GM takes $6 billion hit as cost of backing away from EVs

'Worst in Show' CES products include AI refrigerators, AI companions and AI doorbells

Artificial intelligence took center stage at this year's CES gadget show, but not always for the right reasons

‘Cloud-9’ is a newly discovered celestial object. It could help solve a cosmic mystery

‘Cloud-9’ is a newly discovered celestial object. It could help solve a cosmic mystery

IRS will accept 2025 tax returns starting January 26

IRS will accept 2025 tax returns starting January 26

As a shooting unfolded at Brown, students turned to anonymous app for answers before official alerts

As a shooting unfolded at Brown University on Dec. 13, students turned to the anonymous app Sidechat to document fear, confusion and grief in real time — often before receiving official alerts

Woman says she never applied for unemployment benefits that letter asked her to repay

Woman says she never applied for unemployment benefits that letter asked her to repay

Spanish soccer league battles Cloudflare over piracy, says US company ignores illegal content

When a game kicks off in the Spanish league about 50 analysts start looking for signs of online piracy

DeepSeek's AI gains traction in developing nations, Microsoft report says

DeepSeek, a Chinese tech startup, is gaining traction in developing nations, narrowing the AI adoption gap with advanced economies

NASA says it is ‘evaluating all options’ as astronauts navigate medical concern in space

NASA says it is ‘evaluating all options’ as astronauts navigate medical concern in space

Apple Card switches hands but no immediate changes for users

The Apple Card, known for its intuitive features and other perks for consumers, will now be issued by JPMorgan but Apple says nothing will change for users

Grok produces sexualized photos of women and minors for users on X – a legal scholar explains why it’s happening and what can be done

Child sexual abuse material on X is clearly illegal. What’s less clear is how to force X to prevent its AI chatbot from making the material.

Google adds new AI features to Gmail, turning it into a personal assistant

More artificial intelligence is being implanted into Gmail as Google tries to turn the world’s most used email service into a personal assistant that can improve writing, summarize far-flung information buried in inboxes and deliver daily to-do lists

How Americans feel about crowdfunding websites like GoFundMe, according to an AP-NORC poll

A new AP-NORC poll finds that about 2 in 10 U.S. adults donated money to a crowdfunding campaign over the last year, with medical expenses proving most common

Intel hopes its new chip can be the future of AI. An executive explains how

Intel hopes its new chip can be the future of AI. An executive explains how

Elon Musk’s xAI under fire for failing to rein in ‘digital undressing’

Elon Musk’s xAI under fire for failing to rein in ‘digital undressing’

China to probe Meta's acquisition of artificial intelligence startup Manus

China's commerce ministry says it plans to investigate Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus

Dose of uncertainty: Experts wary of AI health gadgets at CES

Gadgets promoting a wide array of health benefits are on display at the annual CES trade show in Las Vegas

Why are people still playing with Tamagotchis?

Why are people still playing with Tamagotchis?

NFL playoff odds: Multiple road teams favored in unusual wild-card round

The NFL playoffs could see an unusual number of road favorites this weekend

Judge indicates Elon Musk's fraud lawsuit against OpenAI will head to trial

A federal judge on Wednesday indicated a jury will be allowed to decide whether artificial intelligence trailblazer OpenAI hoodwinked its billionaire co-founder Elon Musk during its evolution from a nonprofit research lab into a capitalistic enterprise now valued at $500 billion

Character.AI and Google agree to settle lawsuits over teen mental health harms and suicides

Character.AI and Google agree to settle lawsuits over teen mental health harms and suicides

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette ownership announces it's shutting down paper in May

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is shutting down in May after its owners cited financial losses

Trump proposes massive increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5T, citing 'dangerous times'

President Donald Trump is proposing setting U_S_ military spending at $1_5 trillion in 2027, citing “troubled and dangerous times.”

Rescuers use drone technology to find dog that escaped along New Jersey Turnpike

A dog traveling from a South Carolina shelter to a planned new home in Maine escaped during a bathroom break along the New Jersey Turnpike

NFL sees 2nd-highest regular season average viewership since 1988 at 18.7 million, up 10% from 2024

The NFL has averaged 18.7 million viewers per game this season, marking the second-highest average since 1988

Tampa police can now see what you see during 911 calls with groundbreaking new technology

Tampa police can now see what you see during 911 calls with groundbreaking new technology

Employee spots credit card skimmers at business

Employee spots credit card skimmers at business

Math, Not Myths: Inside the renewed search for Amelia Earhart

Math, Not Myths: Inside the renewed search for Amelia Earhart

Man charged for hiding camera under girl's bed

Man charged for hiding camera under girl's bed

Woman launches own investigation into post office after important mail goes missing

Woman launches own investigation into post office after important mail goes missing

Word of the Week: What makes a military attack ‘kinetic’?

Word of the Week: What makes a military attack ‘kinetic’?

Kansas Senate introduces bipartisan bill to ban cell phones in K-12 schools

Kansas Senate introduces bipartisan bill to ban cell phones in K-12 schools

Discontinued NYC MetroCards listed for thousands on eBay

Discontinued NYC MetroCards listed for thousands on eBay

GameStop details CEO's compensation package which doesn't include any guaranteed pay

GameStop is providing details on a compensation package for CEO Ryan Cohen that depends on him meeting certain performance targets

How facial recognition for bears can help ecologists manage wildlife

Recent advances in computer vision and other types of artificial intelligence offer an opportunity for facial recognition to apply to bears and other animals.

The top 5 affordable cars and SUVs for 2026, according to Edmunds

Everyone is talking about affordability in 2026, so the experts at Edmunds have assembled a list of five cars and SUVs that rank highly in their respective vehicle classes

China announces another new trade measure against Japan as tensions rise

China has escalated its trade tensions with Japan by launching an investigation into imported dichlorosilane, a chemical gas used in making semiconductors

Entertainment leaders amp up discussions about AI, creators and innovative tech at CES 2026

CES 2026 is featuring extensive programming related to Hollywood, influencers and how the industry will continue to work with AI

At CES, auto and tech companies transform cars into proactive companions

As CES opened Tuesday to the public, auto and tech companies like Nvidia and Gentex showed how AI technology can transform cars into proactive companions that adapt and react to drivers and passengers in real time

The coolest technology from Day 2 of CES 2026

Crowds flooded freshly opened showroom floors on Day 2 of CES, met by thousands of robots, AI companions, assistants, health longevity tech, wearables and more

Japanese PM’s Taiwan comments prompt China to ban certain exports to Japan

Japanese PM’s Taiwan comments prompt China to ban certain exports to Japan

Brown University shooting suspect planned attack for a long time, offering no motive in video confession, officials say

Brown University shooting suspect planned attack for a long time, offering no motive in video confession, officials say

Musk's AI chatbot faces global backlash over sexualized images of women and children

Elon Musk's AI chatbot, Grok, is facing global criticism for generating sexualized deepfakes

Alaska Airlines pilot who safely landed plane after panel blew out says Boeing unfairly blamed him

The Alaska Airlines pilot who was praised as a hero for safely landing a plane after a door plug panel flew off shortly after takeoff in 2004 is suing Boeing because he believes the plane maker wrongly tried to blame him and the rest of the crew in past legal filings

A Craigslist ad seeking child actors for Minnesota day care center was posted as a prank

As the Trump administration continues to investigate a series of alleged fraud schemes at Minnesota day care centers run by Somali residents, social media users are falsely citing a Craigslist ad as evidence of such deceit

Wall Street reaches more records on gains by Big Tech

Broad gains led by technology stocks pushed Wall Street to more records

RFK Jr. guts the US childhood vaccine schedule despite its decades-long safety record

In an unprecedented move, health officials cut the number of vaccines routinely recommended for children from 17 to 11.

Unrivaled's second season provides key gathering place for WNBA players during CBA negotiations

Napheesa Collier sat on the bench at Sephora Arena laughing with her Unrivaled teammate Skylar Diggins moments before tipoff between the Lunar Owls and Rose BC

The coolest technology from Day 1 of CES 2026

Nvidia, AMD and Intel all had important chip and AI platform announcements on the first day of CES 2026, but all audiences wanted to see more of was Star Wars and Jensen Huang’s little robot buddies

Trump Mobile's golden phone remains nowhere to be found

A golden phone that President Donald Trump’s family business promised to release last year remains mysteriously under wraps as the technology industry serves up a gluttony of new gadgets in Las Vegas this week

Virtual National Science Foundation internships aren’t just a pandemic stopgap – they can open up opportunities for more STEM students

Students who participated in the virtual Research Experience for Undergraduates at Purdue reported stronger gains in research skills than in-person summer interns.

Some Wegmans locations, including 1 in NYC, are now using facial recognition software on customers. Here's why.

Some Wegmans locations, including 1 in NYC, are now using facial recognition software on customers. Here's why.

Drone assists in rescue of dog that traveled 20+ miles after escaping from car on NJ Turnpike

Drone assists in rescue of dog that traveled 20+ miles after escaping from car on NJ Turnpike

What to expect from CES 2026, the annual show of all things tech?

With the start of the New Year squarely behind us, it’s once again time for the annual CES trade show to shine a spotlight on the latest tech companies plan on offering in 2026

What to Stream: Kid Laroi, 'The Pitt' and 'Tron: Ares'

Returns to “The Pitt,” the Grid and music of Kid Laroi are some of the new television, films and music headed to a device near you

North Korea says latest missile tests involve hypersonic weapons system

North Korea says leader Kim Jong Un has observed test-flights of hypersonic missiles and underscored the need to bolster the country’s nuclear war deterrent

North Korea launches ballistic missiles toward sea ahead of South Korean leader's visit to China

South Korea says North Korea has launched ballistic missiles toward the sea

Big Tech's fast-expanding plans for data centers are running into stiff community opposition

Tech companies looking to plunge billions of dollars into ever-bigger data centers to power artificial intelligence and cloud computing are increasingly being voted down

China’s robot sports craze could eventually put humanoids in homes

China’s robot sports craze could eventually put humanoids in homes

Tesla loses title as world's biggest electric vehicle maker as sales fall for second year in a row

Tesla lost its crown as the world’s bestselling electric vehicle maker on Friday as a customer revolt over Elon Musk’s right-wing politics, expiring U.S. tax breaks to buyers and stiff overseas competition pushed sales down for a second year in a row

Pennsylvania woman finds relief from Tourette's with deep brain stimulation

Pennsylvania woman finds relief from Tourette's with deep brain stimulation

Judge refuses to order release of man charged with planting pipe bombs on eve of Capitol riot

A federal magistrate judge has refused to order the pretrial release of a man charged with planting two pipe bombs outside the headquarters of the Democratic and Republican national parties on the eve of the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021

The world has a new EV king. It’s not Tesla

The world has a new EV king. It’s not Tesla

Maduro open to US talks on drug trafficking, but silent on CIA strike

Venezuela is open to reaching an agreement with the United States to combat drug trafficking, according to President Nicolás Maduro

January’s full wolf supermoon and the Quadrantid meteor shower will start off the new year

January’s full wolf supermoon and the Quadrantid meteor shower will start off the new year

Viral '6-7' tops 2025 list of overused words and phrases

Respondents to an annual Michigan college survey of overused and misused words and phrases say “6-7” is “cooked” and should come to a “massive” and “full stop” heading into the new year

Trump administration orders a Colorado coal-fired power generator to stay open

The Trump administration has ordered another coal-fired power facility to remain open

What’s new, what’s not: Parsing the rhetoric around the Minnesota child care fraud firestorm

What’s new, what’s not: Parsing the rhetoric around the Minnesota child care fraud firestorm

Lions-Vikings Christmas game on Netflix sets NFL streaming record, averaging 27.5M viewers

Two of the NFL's three Christmas Day games set viewership records

Asheville police urge caution when using rideshare services on New Year's Eve

Asheville police urge caution when using rideshare services on New Year's Eve

Finland detains ship and its crew after critical undersea cable damaged

Finland detains ship and its crew after critical undersea cable damaged

How a fast-moving $50 cash relief program buoyed needy families when SNAP payments were paused

GiveDirectly got $50 gift cards out to SNAP recipients during last month’s shutdown through a new approach to cash assistance

DAZN to continue Belgian league broadcasts after arbitration ruling

DAZN says it will continue broadcasting Belgian league matches until the end of the season

What to know about the mystery of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 as the search resumes

The disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 remains a mystery more than a decade later

Channel Tunnel power malfunction fixed, but rail delays linger

Trains through the Channel Tunnel between Europe and the UK are running again after power malfunctions caused travel chaos

Latest deep-sea search for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 gets underway

A deep-sea search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 has begun in the Indian Ocean, reviving efforts to solve one of aviation’s greatest mysteries

Trump administration says it's freezing child care funds to Minnesota after series of fraud schemes

The Trump administration has announced that it is freezing child care funds to Minnesota after a series of fraud schemes in recent years

In the NBA, 2025 might go down as the year of the injured. Nikola Jokic joined that club at the end

The NBA is dealing with a wave of injuries affecting top players

NCAA tries to clarify NBA stance after Baylor's addition of 2023 draft pick prompts criticism

The NCAA says it won't grant eligibility to any player who had signed an NBA contract after Baylor’s midseason addition of a 2023 draft pick who had been playing professionally in Europe prompted criticism from coaches across college basketball

Meta buys startup Manus in latest move to advance its artificial intelligence efforts

Meta is buying artificial intelligence startup Manus, as the owner of Facebook and Instagram continues a push to amp-up AI offerings across its platforms

How AI shook the world in 2025 and what comes next

How AI shook the world in 2025 and what comes next

The year's first meteor shower and supermoon clash in January skies

The year’s first supermoon and meteor shower will compete for dominance in January skies

Russia's nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles have entered active service, Moscow says

Russia’s nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system has entered active service, Russia’s Ministry of Defense says, as negotiators continue to search for a breakthrough in peace talks to end Moscow’s war in Ukraine

How to avoid getting into trouble when using AI at work

How to avoid getting into trouble when using AI at work

What's inside Mexico's Popocatépetl? Scientists obtain first 3D images of the whole volcano

Scientists from Mexico’s National Autonomous University have created the first three-dimensional image of the Popocatépetl volcano's interior

Judge dismisses criminal case against TikTok streamer held in immigration detention

A federal judge has dismissed a criminal case against a popular Los Angeles TikTok streamer who is currently being held in immigration detention

Goodbye to the MetroCard that transformed how New Yorkers traveled

New York City's MetroCard transformed one of the world's busiest transit systems and is set to be phased out by December 31, 2025. CNN's Meena Duerson talks about how the MetroCard's introduction 30 years ago expanded access for New Yorkers, and how the little yellow card has become as symbolic as the city's famous landmarks.

When his daughter was abducted at knifepoint while walking her dog on Christmas, this dad used parental controls to find her

When his daughter was abducted at knifepoint while walking her dog on Christmas, this dad used parental controls to find her

Humanoid robots take center stage at Silicon Valley summit, but skepticism remains

The commercial boom in artificial intelligence has sparked interest in humanoid robots

Buyer beware: Dangerous products can linger on store shelves despite a recall

Buyer beware: Dangerous products can linger on store shelves despite a recall

Americans in 1998 tried to predict 2025. Here’s what they got right

Americans in 1998 tried to predict 2025. Here’s what they got right

Luxury goods were once built to last. Now, some fall apart as easily as fast fashion

Luxury goods were once built to last. Now, some fall apart as easily as fast fashion

The moon and sun figure big in the new year's lineup of cosmic wonders

The moon and sun share top billing in 2026

Ancient Roman landmark undergoing high-tech restoration

CNN's Ben Wedeman reports on one of Rome's ancient landmarks being restored with new technology.

The most exciting new trains coming in 2026

The most exciting new trains coming in 2026

The end of the line: New York City’s iconic MetroCard is about to go out of service

The end of the line: New York City’s iconic MetroCard is about to go out of service

New York subway ends its MetroCard era and switches fully to tap-and-go fares

The New York City transit system is retiring the MetroCard after more than 30 years

This is ‘brain rot,’ a slang term with something to it

This is ‘brain rot,’ a slang term with something to it

Ancient Roman column gets high-tech laser facelift

Ancient Roman column gets high-tech laser facelift

Hundreds of thousands of ‘Epstein files’ have been released — and there’s a lot more to come

Hundreds of thousands of ‘Epstein files’ have been released — and there’s a lot more to come

A scrapyard worker injured in the UPS plane crash dies on Christmas, raising deaths to 15

A Cuban immigrant who worked at a Kentucky scrapyard has died from severe burns suffered in last month’s UPS cargo plane crash, raising the death toll to 15 people

The strange history of the abridged version of ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ that cuts out the movie’s pivotal scene

The strange history of the abridged version of ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ that cuts out the movie’s pivotal scene

New images of North Korea's first nuclear-powered submarine

North Korea releases new images of Kim Jong Un inspecting the country's first nuclear-powered submarine.

Virginia offshore wind developer sues over Trump administration order halting projects

The developers of a Virginia offshore wind project are asking a federal judge to block a Trump administration order that halted construction of their project, along with four others, over national security concerns

New materials, old physics – the science behind how your winter jacket keeps you warm

Winter jackets may seem simple, but sophisticated engineering allows them to keep body heat locked in, while staying breathable enough to let out sweat.

Deepfakes leveled up in 2025 – here’s what’s coming next

After a year of fast advances, deepfakes are entering a new era defined by real-time interaction with people.

Human evolution’s biggest mystery has started to unravel. How 2025 tipped the scales

Human evolution’s biggest mystery has started to unravel. How 2025 tipped the scales

ICYMI: Close out 2025 with these great reads from AP

As 2025 wraps up, The Associated Press has curated a list of memorable stories and enjoyable reads published this year

Amid a battery boom, graphite mining gets a fresh look in the US

Graphite mines in the United States are seeing renewed interest after being largely closed for decades

Soon you may be able to type a new Chinese character: the gender-neutral pronoun

Soon you may be able to type a new Chinese character: the gender-neutral pronoun

Restoring Memories: Indiana family finds hope in old home videos discovered after fire

Restoring Memories: Indiana family finds hope in old home videos discovered after fire

North Korea reveals new images of its first ‘nuclear-powered’ submarine

North Korea reveals new images of its first ‘nuclear-powered’ submarine

Virtual reality opens doors for older people to build closer connections in real life

Many retirement developments serve as a tranquil refuge for older people who can no longer travel to faraway places or engage in bold adventures

North Korea displays apparent progress in construction of nuclear-powered submarine

North Korea displayed apparent progress in the construction of a nuclear-powered submarine, with state media photos showing a largely completed hull as leader Kim Jong Un condemned rival South Korea’s push to acquire the technology

Iran refuses inspection of nuclear sites until IAEA provides new guidelines after bombing

Iran refuses inspection of nuclear sites until IAEA provides new guidelines after bombing

ECMC becomes one of the first hospitals in the U.S. to receive new microsurgery robot

ECMC becomes one of the first hospitals in the U.S. to receive new microsurgery robot

EU warns of possible action after the US bars 5 Europeans accused of censorship

France, Germany, the European Union and the United Kingdom are hitting out at a U.S. decision to impose travel bans on five Europeans the Trump administration accuses of pressuring tech firms to censor or suppress American views

German engineer becomes first wheelchair user to travel to space

Michaela Benthaus, a 33-year-old German aerospace and mechatronics engineer, made history as the first wheelchair user to travel past the Kármán Line, a common marker for outer space. Her voyage on a Blue Origin New Shepard capsule launched Saturday morning in West Texas.

US bars five Europeans it says pressured tech firms to censor American viewpoints online

The State Department is barring five Europeans it accuses of leading efforts to pressure U.S. tech firms to censor or suppress American viewpoints

A US Postal Service plan to raise cash could cost the agency its biggest customer

A US Postal Service plan to raise cash could cost the agency its biggest customer

Pro-Russian hackers claim cyberattack on French postal service

French prosecutors say a pro-Russian hacking group has claimed responsibility for a major cyberattack on France’s national postal service

China’s TikTok rival flooded with porn and violent video in cyberattack

China’s TikTok rival flooded with porn and violent video in cyberattack

Botched Epstein redactions trace back to Virgin Islands’ 2020 civil racketeering case against estate

Botched Epstein redactions trace back to Virgin Islands’ 2020 civil racketeering case against estate

State Department imposes sanctions on former EU official, disinformation group leaders for ‘censorship’

State Department imposes sanctions on former EU official, disinformation group leaders for ‘censorship’

Bolivia lifts restrictions on satellite companies like Starlink to upgrade its internet connectivity

Bolivia’s new government has issued a decree that will allow global satellite internet companies such as Starlink or Kuiper to provide internet access across the Andean nation as it tries to upgrade its technology and speed up its notoriously slow connectivity rates

Trump administration moves to overhaul how H-1B visas are granted, ending lottery system

The Department of Homeland Security is replacing its lottery system for H-1B visas with a new approach prioritizing skilled, higher-paid foreign workers

Airplane lands itself after in-flight emergency, in a first for aviation automation

Airplane lands itself after in-flight emergency, in a first for aviation automation

The feds are investigating Brown University’s safety after this month’s shooting. Here’s what’s at issue –– and at stake

The feds are investigating Brown University’s safety after this month’s shooting. Here’s what’s at issue –– and at stake

A look at aging baby boomers in the United States

The oldest baby boomers are turning 80 in 2026

US bans new foreign drone models in a blow to Chinese giant DJI

US bans new foreign drone models in a blow to Chinese giant DJI

Vince Zampella, video game pioneer behind Call of Duty, dies at 55

Video game pioneer Vincent Zampella has died at 55

Trump announces plans for new Navy 'battleship' as part of a 'Golden Fleet'

President Donald Trump has announced a bold plan for the Navy to build a new, large warship that he is calling a “battleship” as part of a larger vision to create a “Golden Fleet.”

FCC bans new Chinese-made drones, citing security risks

The Federal Communications Commission says it will ban new foreign-made drones, a move that will keep new Chinese-made drones out of the U.S. market

Mercedes-Benz agrees to pay $149.6 million to settle multistate emissions allegations

Mercedes-Benz USA and parent company Daimler AG have agreed to pay $149.6 million to settle allegations the automaker secretly installed devices in hundreds of thousands of vehicles to pass emission tests

Videos reveal the bold tactics copper thieves use to hit telecom networks

CNN obtained rare footage that shows alleged copper thieves cutting cables, opening manholes and stripping telecom lines in broad daylight. See how crews pull off these heists, leaving customers without service and costing companies millions.

Waymos blocked roads and caused chaos during San Francisco power outage

Waymos stopped in the middle of intersections during a mass power outage in San Francisco over the weekend, causing the robotaxi company to suspend service for a day

West Antarctica’s history of rapid melting foretells sudden shifts in continent’s ‘catastrophic’ geology

A picture of what West Antarctica looked like when its ice sheet melted in the past can offer insight into the continent’s future as the climate warms.

NSA employee sues the Trump administration over transgender rights and 'immutable' genders

A transgender employee of the National Security Agency is suing the Trump administration and trying to block enforcement of a presidential executive order and other policies the employee says violate federal civil rights law

Italy antitrust agency fines Apple $116 million over privacy feature; Apple announces appeal

Apple says it will appeal a $116 million fine from Italy's antitrust authority

Google's parent buys data center energy specialist Intersect for $4.75 billion to help power AI

Google’s corporate parent on Monday announced an agreement to buy data center energy specialist Intersect for $4.75 billion as part of its effort to secure the vast amounts of electricity needed to power artificial intelligence technology

Cyberattack disrupts France's postal service and banking during Christmas rush

A suspected cyberattack has knocked France’s national postal service and its banking arm offline during the busy Christmas season

San Francisco businesses, families throw out food due to PG&E power outage

San Francisco businesses, families throw out food due to PG&E power outage

Parents speak out as Tennessee accuses Roblox of putting kids at risk

Parents speak out as Tennessee accuses Roblox of putting kids at risk

Should you stop saying ‘um’? Here’s what experts said

Should you stop saying ‘um’? Here’s what experts said

Instacart ends a program where users could see different prices for the same item at the same store

Instacart is ending a program where customers saw different prices for the same product ordered at the same time from the same store

An electricity crunch is driving high bills in these states. It’s not getting better anytime soon

An electricity crunch is driving high bills in these states. It’s not getting better anytime soon

A $6 billion nuclear deal has Trump’s name all over it. It’s raising serious ethics concerns

A $6 billion nuclear deal has Trump’s name all over it. It’s raising serious ethics concerns

Copper prices are rising. Thieves are taking notice

Copper prices are rising. Thieves are taking notice

Japan's new flagship H3 rocket fails to put geolocation satellite into orbit

Japan's space agency says its H3 rocket has failed to place a navigation satellite into orbit

Starlink in the crosshairs: How Russia could attack Elon Musk's conquering of space

NATO-nation intelligence services believe Russia is developing a weapon to target Starlink satellites

Japan to restart the world’s biggest nuclear power plant, 15 years after Fukushima disaster

Japan to restart the world’s biggest nuclear power plant, 15 years after Fukushima disaster

‘Home Alone 2’ nailed holiday travel chaos, but flight rules make movie's plot less plausible today

The “Home Alone” movies turned holiday travel chaos into comedy

Ukraine is leveraging its powerful – and cheap – new drone killers for air defense

Ukraine is rapidly deploying low-cost interceptor drones to counter Russia’s evolving aerial attacks on cities and power infrastructure

What to Stream: 'Stranger Things,' Jennifer Lawrence, 'Ne Zha II' and Kate Winslet

Jennifer Lawrence playing a new mother whose behavior becomes increasingly erratic in “Die My Love” and three more “Stranger Things” episodes are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you

Power restored to most in San Francisco after massive outage

Power has been restored to most of the 130,000 homes and businesses affected by a massive outage in San Francisco

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ lights up the box office with $88 million opening

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ lights up the box office with $88 million opening

Behind the 1982 Air Florida crash that changed pre-flight standards every winter

In 1982, Air Florida Flight 90 crashed, exposing the dangers of ice accumulation when flying in winter. CNN's Alexandra Skores went behind the scenes and under the planes at Chicago O'Hare to see how airlines now deal with freezing conditions.

A police department gets creative to fight porch pirates

A police department gets creative to fight porch pirates

These influencers are teaching Christianity online — and young people are listening

Christian influencers are reaching hundreds of thousands of young people online

Hasan Piker wants to stream less in 2026

Hasan Piker wants to stream less in 2026

This chic side hustle is gaining traction: Renting out your clothes

This chic side hustle is gaining traction: Renting out your clothes

AI hiring is here. It’s making companies — and job seekers — miserable

AI hiring is here. It’s making companies — and job seekers — miserable

US submarines are outnumbered in the Pacific. South Korea has a plan to help

US submarines are outnumbered in the Pacific. South Korea has a plan to help

NORAD continues decades-long tradition of tracking Santa's trip around the world

For the 70th year in a row, people of all ages will be able to get updates on Santa's journey around the world from the North American Aerospace Defense Command in Colorado

She just became the first wheelchair user to travel to space

She just became the first wheelchair user to travel to space

Paraplegic engineer becomes the first wheelchair user to blast into space

A paraplegic engineer has become the first wheelchair user in space, blasting off with Blue Origin

How to see the Ursids, the final meteor shower of 2025

How to see the Ursids, the final meteor shower of 2025

NBA tweaks its injury reporting rules, still wants changes to prop betting

The NBA has reminded teams it wants to control betting types on its games

How surveillance technology and the 'Reddit Detective Agency' helped search for a killer

More than a decade ago, a frenzied 5-day search for the Boston Marathon bombers left some lessons in its aftermath

Tesla CEO Elon Musk recovers $55 billion pay package in Delaware court ruling

Elon Musk, already the world’s richest man, scored another huge windfall Friday when the Delaware Supreme Court reversed a decision that deprived him of a $55 billion pay package that Tesla doled out in 2018 as an incentive for its CEO to steer the automaker to new heights

A Pompeii site reveals the recipe for Roman concrete. It contradicts a famous architect’s writings

A Pompeii site reveals the recipe for Roman concrete. It contradicts a famous architect’s writings

Former classmates describe accused Brown shooter as ‘brilliant’ but arrogant and difficult

Former classmates describe accused Brown shooter as ‘brilliant’ but arrogant and difficult

The tech firm that helped police find the Brown shooting suspect has sparked privacy concerns. Its CEO responds

The tech firm that helped police find the Brown shooting suspect has sparked privacy concerns. Its CEO responds

Elon Musk gets his $139 billion pay package from 2018 restored after a yearslong battle with a Delaware judge

Elon Musk gets his $139 billion pay package from 2018 restored after a yearslong battle with a Delaware judge

Events leading to the killings of Brown University students and MIT professor spanned decades

Events leading to the killings of Brown University students and MIT professor spanned decades

Students make history: First aircraft built at Wright Brothers site since 1903

Students make history: First aircraft built at Wright Brothers site since 1903

US military to stop shooting pigs and goats as a way to train medics for the battlefield

The U.S. military will end its practice of shooting pigs and goats to help prepare medics for treating wounded troops in a combat zone

Scientists used specialized equipment to dive into the ocean’s ‘twilight zone.’ They found creatures never seen before

Scientists used specialized equipment to dive into the ocean’s ‘twilight zone.’ They found creatures never seen before

Head of workplace rights agency urges white men to report discrimination

The head of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has urged white men to report workplace discrimination based on race or sex

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS will fly by Earth Friday. Here are the latest images

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS will fly by Earth Friday. Here are the latest images

Mystery as YouTube creator's finance livestream appears on White House website

A YouTube content creator whose livestream talking about investments mysteriously appeared to take over a White House website says he has no idea how it happened

Brown University has over 1,200 surveillance cameras. Why that wasn’t enough to capture video of the shooting suspect

Brown University has over 1,200 surveillance cameras. Why that wasn’t enough to capture video of the shooting suspect

How sewage can be used to heat and cool buildings

Wastewater flushed down the drain can be used to heat and cool homes and buildings in a sustainable way and climate experts say it's an untapped source of energy due to its stable temperature of approximately 70°F

People are getting their news from AI – and it’s altering their views

Even when information is factually accurate, how it’s presented can introduce subtle biases. As large language models increasingly bring people the news, this bias is a looming problem.

Denmark blames Russia for cyberattacks on water utility that left houses without water

Danish authorities say Russia carried out cyberattacks against Denmark's infrastructure and websites in 2024 and 2025

The big wrinkle in the multitrillion-dollar AI buildout

The big wrinkle in the multitrillion-dollar AI buildout

Thailand conference launches international initiative to fight online scams

Thailand has helped launch a global effort to fight the spread of online scams that include criminal enterprises based largely in Southeast Asia

India’s push for battery recycling promises jobs, clean energy and mineral security

Reusing, recycling and repurposing batteries can reduce dependence on hard to obtain critical minerals and create a $9 billion industry, according to energy analysts

Instacart settles with FTC over deceptive practices but still faces questions about pricing

Delivery company Instacart will pay $60 million in customer refunds under a settlement reached with the Federal Trade Commission

TikTok signs deal to form new US unit with investors, including Oracle, Silver Lake

TikTok has signed a deal to form a new U.S. unit with three American investors — Oracle, Silver Lake and MGX — holding a majority stake

Hurricane-force wind downs power lines, fans wildfires in Colorado with more on way

Work crews are mopping up but bracing for more after hurricane-force wind downed power lines and fanned wildfires along the Colorado Front Range and onto the Great Plains

More photos from Epstein’s estate released by House Democrats as deadline to release DOJ files looms

More photos from Epstein’s estate released by House Democrats as deadline to release DOJ files looms

Wall Street rises after an encouraging inflation update, as Micron helps AI stocks stop their slide

U.S. stocks rose following an encouraging report on inflation that could help the Federal Reserve keep cutting interest rates next year

Trump Media to merge with nuclear fusion company that wants to power AI

The parent company of President Donald Trump’s Truth Social media platform announced Thursday it is merging with a fusion power company, an unusual pairing of the Trump name with a futuristic clean energy venture that aims to power the next wave of artificial intelligence

He spent 20 years at SpaceX. Now, he’s making history with its biggest competitor

He spent 20 years at SpaceX. Now, he’s making history with its biggest competitor

Feds pave the way for Big Tech to plug data centers right into power plants in scramble for energy

Federal regulators will allow tech companies to effectively plug massive data centers directly into power plants

Hubble Space Telescope spies dusty debris from two cosmic collisions

NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has gotten a rare peek at the aftermath of two cosmic collisions — and helped scientists solve a decades-old mystery

Belarusian leader says Russia deployed its latest nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile to the country

Belarus’ authoritarian president says that Russia had deployed its latest nuclear-capable Oreshnik missile system to the country, a move that comes as talks to end the war in Ukraine have entered a crucial phase

Democrats will not release the ‘autopsy’ of their 2024 presidential loss

Democrats will not release the ‘autopsy’ of their 2024 presidential loss

Trump’s social media business is merging with a nuclear fusion company

Trump’s social media business is merging with a nuclear fusion company

Resolve to stop punching the clock: Why you might be able to change when and how long you work

Thinking about what makes work worth doing and what you would do with your time if you weren’t spending it at work are useful questions to pose this and every year.

There’s little evidence tech is much help stopping school shootings

The $4 billion school security industry can’t back up claims for its tech. The silver lining: That’s partly because there aren’t enough shootings to study.

Why it’s so hard to tell if a piece of text was written by AI – even for AI

There are several methods for detecting whether a piece of text was written by AI. They all have limitations – and probably always will.

India's Parliament approves bill to open civil nuclear power sector to private firms

India’s Parliament has approved new legislation to open the civil nuclear power sector to private companies

US official defends Trump’s nuclear test comments by citing mounting risks from other states

The United States has announced it will resume nuclear testing if other countries do the same

DHS rolled out a new plane. Here’s why it might look familiar

DHS rolled out a new plane. Here’s why it might look familiar

The surprising truth about AI’s impact on jobs

The surprising truth about AI’s impact on jobs

Rockets, howitzers and suicide drones: US and Taiwan announce one of their biggest-ever arms deals

Rockets, howitzers and suicide drones: US and Taiwan announce one of their biggest-ever arms deals

The Trump admin is closing a critical research center in Colorado as president spars with the state’s governor

The Trump admin is closing a critical research center in Colorado as president spars with the state’s governor

Inside Mongolia’s ‘Mars camp’: The extreme adventure that wants to turn tourists into astronauts

Inside Mongolia’s ‘Mars camp’: The extreme adventure that wants to turn tourists into astronauts

LinkedIn ‘Wrapped’ is reminding people just how crummy the job market is

LinkedIn ‘Wrapped’ is reminding people just how crummy the job market is

Shooting of MIT professor Nuno Loureiro has police searching for a suspect

Police have intensified their search for a suspect in the killing of Massachusetts Institute of Technology physics professor Nuno F

Jared Isaacman confirmed as NASA chief after monthslong tug-of-war

Jared Isaacman confirmed as NASA chief after monthslong tug-of-war

Senate approves bill inspired by DC plane crash to ensure military aircraft will broadcast location

The Senate has moved quickly to close a loophole that could allow military aircraft to fly without broadcasting their locations, just like an Army helicopter was doing last January before it collided with an airliner over Washington, D.C., killing 67 people

Senate confirms Jared Isaacman as NASA administrator in do-over after Musk feud

The Senate has confirmed billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman to serve as NASA administrator

Postal service plans to open last-mile delivery network to more shippers in money-raising move

The U.S. Postal Service says it intends to open its “last-mile” delivery network to large and small shippers, expanding beyond current arrangements with giants such as Amazon and UPS

California threatens Tesla with 30-day suspension of sales license for deceptive self-driving claims

California regulators are threatening to suspend Tesla’s license to sell its electric cars in the state early next year unless the automaker tones down its marketing tactics for its self-driving features after a judge concluded the Elon Musk-led company has been misleading consumers about the technology’s capabilities

Winter Olympics 2026 guide: All you need to know about the Milan Cortina Games

The countdown is on for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy

Trump administration moves to dissolve national climate research lab in Colorado

The Trump administration is moving to dissolve the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Colorado

Energy Department watchdog will audit Trump's cuts of nearly $8B in clean energy grants

The U.S. Department of Energy Office of Inspector General will investigate the Trump administration’s termination of $7.6 billion in grants for clean energy projects across several states that voted for former Vice President Kamala Harris in last year’s presidential election

Winds exceed 80 mph in the Inland NW, knocking down trees and power lines

Winds exceed 80 mph in the Inland NW, knocking down trees and power lines

Senate sends Trump annual defense policy bill without changes to address bipartisan concerns on aircraft safety

Senate sends Trump annual defense policy bill without changes to address bipartisan concerns on aircraft safety

FCC leader says agency is no longer independent as he’s grilled by Democrats over Kimmel controversy

Democratic senators are criticizing the chairman of the Federal Communications Commission for pressuring broadcasters to take ABC late-night host Jimmy Kimmel off the air

The Oscars will move to YouTube in 2029, leaving longtime home of ABC

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced a major change for the Oscars

Warner Bros recommends investors reject Paramount's offer in favor of Netflix's

Warner Bros

Warner Bros. chose Netflix over Paramount — again. Now what?

Warner Bros. chose Netflix over Paramount — again. Now what?

China exploits US-funded research on nuclear technology, a congressional report says

A congressional report says China exploits partnerships with U.S. researchers to give its military access to nuclear technology and other innovations with economic and national security applications

What to know about bidding war between Netflix and Paramount for Warner Bros.

Warner Bros

Saturn's moon Titan may not have a buried ocean as long suspected, new study suggests

Saturn's giant moon Titan may not have a vast underground ocean after all

California may halt Tesla sales due to ‘false advertising’ in use of term ‘Autopilot’

California may halt Tesla sales due to ‘false advertising’ in use of term ‘Autopilot’

France probes 'foreign interference' after remote control malware found on passenger ferry

French authorities are investigating a suspected cyberattack plot targeting an international passenger ferry

Rising electricity prices and an aging grid challenge the nation as data centers demand more power

Energy projects are expensive and take a long time to build. Where to build them is often also a difficult, even controversial, question.

Where the wild things thrive: Finding and protecting nature’s climate change safe havens

Protecting places that are likely to remain cool and moist as global temperatures rise can save wildlife of all kinds, but first we have to find them.

Chevrolet Traverse vs Ford Explorer

Chevrolet versus Ford

Trump’s second term is reshaping US science with unprecedented cuts and destabilizing policy changes

The Trump administration is rewriting the 80-year-old American social contract for science research.

Hacked phones and Wi-Fi surveillance have replaced Cold War spies and radio waves in the delusions of people with schizophrenia

The delusions of people with thought disorders have had consistent themes of persecution for decades. But new technology provides fresh material for the content of delusions.

Billionaires with $1 salaries – and other legal tax dodges the ultrawealthy use to keep their riches

The richest Americans can largely avoid paying income and other taxes. A new book explains the history.

CEOs and celebrities love Oura’s sleep-tracking ring. Its CEO has a plan to stay ahead of Apple and Google

CEOs and celebrities love Oura’s sleep-tracking ring. Its CEO has a plan to stay ahead of Apple and Google

Air Force purchasing two 747-8 planes from Lufthansa to support future Air Force One program

Air Force purchasing two 747-8 planes from Lufthansa to support future Air Force One program

To find living donors for kidney transplants, a pilot program turns to social networks

Fernando Moreno has been waiting for a kidney transplant for about two years

School shootings dropped in 2025 - but schools are still focusing too much on safety technology instead of prevention

Prevention methods like lockdown drills do not account for many scenarios, including the likely case that a school shooter is a former or current student.

16 states sue Trump administration again over billions in withheld electric vehicle charging funds

Sixteen states and the District of Columbia are suing President Donald Trump’s administration for what they say is unlawfully withholding billions of dollars in funding for two electric vehicle charging programs

FAA head vows to maintain safety measures implemented after tragic DC plane crash

The head of the Federal Aviation Administration says he won’t forget the 67 people who died when an airliner collided with an Army helicopter over Washington, D.C., in January

EU moves to ease 2035 ban on internal combustion cars as auto industry faces headwinds

The European Union is moving to dial back its total ban on cars with gas or diesel engines by 2035

Women who were drugged, raped by Colorado cardiologist filing lawsuit: "Catastrophic failure of basic safety"

Women who were drugged, raped by Colorado cardiologist filing lawsuit: "Catastrophic failure of basic safety"

Need an escape? New tech can help you unplug without going totally off the grid.

Uniqode explores how national parks and green spaces use technology to enhance visitors' experiences of Mother Nature and all its beauty.

Social media before bedtime wreaks havoc on sleep—a sleep researcher explains why screens alone aren't the main culprit

The Conversation reports on one of the most common yet underestimated factors interfering with our sleep these days—how we engage with social media before bed.

What your streaming vs. scrolling habits reveal about your mental health

Hers dove into how different screen time impacts our psyche and found that one simple question—do you prefer streaming TV or scrolling social media?—reveals key differences in mental wellness.

Doctors told a dad his daughter would never walk on her own. He built a way to get her on the trails.

The Salt Lake Tribune shares a story about a cart, built by a Utah father whose daughter could no longer walk, that is redefining outdoor accessibility for families around the world.

Rome opens long-awaited Colosseum subway station, with displays of unearthed artifacts

Rome has opened two subway stations

The next frontier in space is closer than you think – welcome to the world of very low Earth orbit satellites

The closer to Earth a satellite flies, the clearer a picture it can take of the surface. But low-flying satellites also have to deal with atmospheric drag.

Gazing into the mind’s eye with mice – how neuroscientists are seeing human vision more clearly

It was once believed that mice had relatively poor vision. Turns out mice are far from blind – and studying how their vision is shaped by their environment and behavior can clarify the same in people.

A, B, C or D – grades might not say all that much about what students are actually learning

Grades can magnify inequities that exist in American schools, making it harder for some students to succeed.

Merriam-Webster’s 2025 word of the year takes aim at poor AI content

Merriam-Webster’s 2025 word of the year takes aim at poor AI content

As reefs vanish, assisted coral fertilization offers hope in the Dominican Republic

In an underwater nursery just off the Dominican Republic coast, tiny corals born in a laboratory are slowly growing under the eye of conservationists

The North Pole keeps moving – here’s how that affects Santa’s holiday travel and yours

There are actually two North Poles. One has been wandering over northern Canada and north of there for years. An earth scientist explains why and what it means for holiday travel.

How rogue nations are capitalizing on gaps in crypto regulation to finance weapons programs

North Korea was behind a $1.5 billion digital bank heist in February 2025. Other countries are similarly stealing crypto to fund nefarious activities.

Trump-related companies soared after the election. One year in, the picture's not so rosy

Trump-related companies and crypto projects exploded when President Trump was reelected. One year in, the picture isn't as rosy. CNN's Matt Egan reports.

Ford takes $19.5 billion hit as it pulls back on electric vehicle plans, halts F-150 Lightning production

Ford takes $19.5 billion hit as it pulls back on electric vehicle plans, halts F-150 Lightning production

Sen. Cruz wants restrictions on military flights approved soon to prevent another midair collision

Republican Sen. Ted Cruz wants restrictions on military flights approved before government funding runs out at the end of next month to prevent another midair collision like the one near Washington, D.C., that killed 67 people in January

California hires ex-CDC leaders who were fired or quit under Trump

California is hiring former senior Centers for Disease Control and Prevention officials to help launch a public health initiative in response to the Trump administration's changes to health guidance

STORY REMOVED: US--Aviation Safety

The Associated Press has withdrawn its story about aviation safety

Ford scraps fully-electric F-150 Lightning as mounting losses and falling demand hits EV plans

Ford Motor Co. is pivoting away from its once-ambitious electric vehicle plans amid financial losses and waning consumer demand for the vehicles

Britain’s MI6 spy chief says Putin is dragging out peace talks and wants to subjugate Ukraine

The head of Britain’s MI6 spy agency says Russian President Vladimir Putin is stalling efforts to end Russia’s war on Ukraine, and is testing the West with tactics that fall “just below the threshold of war.”

US stocks drift ahead of Tuesday's jobs report

Wall Street drifted through a quiet day of trading, ahead of economic reports this week that could drive where interest rates go

US government launches ‘Tech Force’ to hire AI talent

US government launches ‘Tech Force’ to hire AI talent

Drone pilot works to find lost Wisconsin pets

Drone pilot works to find lost Wisconsin pets

How the NIH became the backbone of American medical research and a major driver of innovation and economic growth

The agency’s budget has grown steadily since the 1960s, fueling an industry that creates lifesaving medicines and attracts billions of dollars in investment.

The ‘one chatbot per child’ model for AI in classrooms conflicts with what research shows: Learning is a social process

AI tutors are often held up as an ideal, but prioritizing individualized teaching can detract from the benefits of learning in social environments.

2025’s extreme weather brought intense flash flooding, but no hurricane landfalls in the US – the jet stream is a big reason why

The US had a rare year without a hurricane make landfall, but it saw too much extreme rainfall and flash flooding across the country.

New industry standards and tech advances make pre-owned electronics a viable holiday gift option

Seeing more refurbished electronic devices on the market? Thank tech innovation – and the government regulation that sparked it.

Science has always been marketed, from 18th-century coffeehouse demos of Newton’s ideas to today’s TikTok explainers

Science has always been part of a marketplace of ideas, where claims vie for audiences, resources and belief, and where power, persuasion and status shape which ideas are heard, trusted or forgotten.

Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy protection; will be taken private under restructuring

Roomba maker iRobot has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, but says that it doesn’t expect any disruptions to devices as the more than 30-year-old company is taken private under a restructuring process

Interstellar comet keeps its distance as it makes its closest approach to Earth

A stray comet from another star is swinging past Earth

UK’s new spy chief warns the ‘front line is everywhere’ amid growing threat from Russia

UK’s new spy chief warns the ‘front line is everywhere’ amid growing threat from Russia

These Trump bets boomed. Now they’re huge busts

These Trump bets boomed. Now they’re huge busts

Militant groups are experimenting with AI, and the risks are expected to grow

The Islamic State group and other militant organizations are experimenting with artificial intelligence as a tool to boost recruitment and refine their operations

What to Stream: 'Emily in Paris,' iHeartRadio Jingle Ball, 'Him,' Peter Criss and Riz Ahmed

Marlon Wayans starring in the Jordan Peele-produced football thriller “Him” and the iHeartRadio Z100’s Jingle Ball 2025 featuring Conan Gray, Ed Sheeran, Jelly Roll and Olivia Dean are some of the new television, films, music and games headed to a device near you

Merriam-Webster’s 2025 word of the year is 'slop'

Merriam-Webster’s 2025 word of the year is “slop.”

Pilot program using drones helps police respond to emergency calls

Pilot program using drones helps police respond to emergency calls

Amazon delivery driver allegedly steals UPS package from home

Amazon delivery driver allegedly steals UPS package from home

Gen Z’s search for decorative collectibles is fueling vinyl sales

Gen Z’s search for decorative collectibles is fueling vinyl sales

Can the world quit coal?

Nearly a third of all countries worldwide have pledged to phase out their unabated coal-burning power. But China and India are still adding coal plants – for now.

United flight to Tokyo returns to Dulles after losing power in an engine and igniting brush around runway

United flight to Tokyo returns to Dulles after losing power in an engine and igniting brush around runway

Carolina Moment: Man creates devices to 'amp' up musician inspiration

Carolina Moment: Man creates devices to 'amp' up musician inspiration

'It's really overwhelming': Drone pilot works to find lost Wisconsin pets

'It's really overwhelming': Drone pilot works to find lost Wisconsin pets

Some Native Americans draw shocked response over contract to design immigration detention centers

The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation that was uprooted from the Great Lakes region in the 1830s is facing widespread outrage over plans to profit from another forced removal

Before megalodon, researchers say a monstrous shark ruled ancient Australian seas

Researchers have dated vertebrae from a massive prehistoric shark thought to have ruled the waves off northern Australia back to further in the Cretaceous period than was previously known

Trump gives Elon Musk a win over a longtime foe

Trump gives Elon Musk a win over a longtime foe

Labor vs. social robots? Humanoids focusing on accessibility were featured at Silicon Valley summit

Labor vs. social robots? Humanoids focusing on accessibility were featured at Silicon Valley summit

Tumbling tech stocks drag Wall Street to its worst day in 3 weeks

More drops for superstar AI stocks knocked Wall Street off its record heights

CA lawmaker goes to Australia to study social media ban

California State Assemblymember Josh Lowenthal joins Elex Michaelson from Sydney, Australia, to share what he’s learning from regulators about Australia’s social media ban. Michaelson asks if the lawmaker wants to usher in the same rule in California.

Sandoval Regional Medical Center enhances surgeries with robotic technology

Sandoval Regional Medical Center enhances surgeries with robotic technology

Winter virus season so far is not too bad, but doctors worry about suffering to come

It may feel like you are surrounded by sniffles and coughs, but flu season activity is still low in many parts of the U.S. New government data posted Friday shows that as of last week, flu activity was high in four states — Colorado, Louisiana, New Jersey and New York — and minimal or low in most others

FDA approves first new antibiotics to treat gonorrhea in decades, with hope to combat drug resistance

FDA approves first new antibiotics to treat gonorrhea in decades, with hope to combat drug resistance

Navy investigation finds Osprey safety issues were allowed to grow for years

A Navy report acknowledges the military failed to address a growing series of issues with the V-22 Osprey aircraft since it took flight almost 20 years ago

High-speed rail moves millions throughout the world every day – but in the US, high cost and low use make its future bumpy

Although some high-speed rail has been built in the northeastern US, the rest of the country has almost none.

How I rehumanize the college classroom for the AI-augmented age

A writer instructor recognizes the role of AI on campus, while elevating social connection and humanity into the college experience.

Can scientists detect life without knowing what it looks like? Research using machine learning offers a new way

A new machine learning model explores the boundary between biological and nonbiological chemistry.

Whether Netflix or Paramount buys Warner Bros., entertainment oligopolies are back – bigger and more anticompetitive than ever

Hollywood has seen this movie before.

Data centers need electricity fast, but utilities need years to build power plants – who should pay?

How many data centers will be built – and how much electricity they’ll need – is uncertain. Being prepared costs money, but so does being unprepared.

FDA intends to put its most serious warning on Covid vaccines, sources say

FDA intends to put its most serious warning on Covid vaccines, sources say

Ford turns to stepped-up tech and cooperation with police to thwart F-150 pickup thieves

Ford Motor Co. has stepped up technology in its popular F-150 pickup to combat ever-evolving techniques car thieves have at their disposal

Australian teens were kicked off social media this week. Some are back already

Australian teens were kicked off social media this week. Some are back already

Trump signs executive order to block state AI regulations

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to block states from regulating artificial intelligence

Reddit challenges Australia's world-first law banning children under 16 from social media

Global online forum Reddit has filed a court challenge to Australia’s world-first law that bans Australian children younger than 16 from holding accounts on the world’s most popular social media platforms

Appeals court backs contempt finding against Apple, but reopens a door for iPhone app fees

A federal appeals court on Thursday backed a ruling that held Apple in civil contempt for brazenly defying an order designed to open its iPhone app store to other payment systems besides its own, but the decision also reopened a door for the company to collect commission from the rival options

Trump signs executive order blocking states from enforcing their own regulations around AI

Trump signs executive order blocking states from enforcing their own regulations around AI

Australian skydiver’s parachute became caught on plane tail 15,000 feet in the air, video shows

Australian skydiver’s parachute became caught on plane tail 15,000 feet in the air, video shows

Crypto mogul Do Kwon sentenced to 15 years in prison for $40 billion stablecoin fraud

Onetime cryptocurrency mogul Do Kwon has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after a $40 billion crash revealed his crypto ecosystem to be a fraud

Senators seek to change bill that allows military to operate just like before the DC plane crash

Senators from both parties are pushing to change a defense bill after crash investigators and victims' families warned it could undo key safety reforms

After Airbus issue, DOT says airlines don't have to cover passenger expenses amid aircraft recalls

The U.S. Department of Transportation has issued new guidance stating airlines don't have to cover passenger expenses like meals or lodging when a flight is canceled or significantly delayed by an aircraft recall

3 cold case killings of women in Toronto are linked to man who died in 2019

A man who died in 2019 has been identified as the perpetrator of three cold case homicides in Toronto, and investigators believe there could be more victims

Disney invests $1B in OpenAI in deal to bring characters like Mickey Mouse to Sora AI video tool

Disney is investing $1 billion in OpenAI to bring characters like Mickey Mouse and Luke Skywalker to the AI company's Sora video tool

Senators clash over Trump's National Guard deployments as military leaders face questioning

Members of the Senate Armed Services Committee are clashing over President Donald Trump’s use of the National Guard in American cities

Kids damage Lehigh Acres garage door in social media 'door kick challenge' stunt caught on cam

Kids damage Lehigh Acres garage door in social media 'door kick challenge' stunt caught on cam

Disney is investing $1 billion in OpenAI and licensing its characters for Sora

Disney is investing $1 billion in OpenAI and licensing its characters for Sora

Time picked a rough day to announce its ‘Person of the Year’

Time picked a rough day to announce its ‘Person of the Year’

The most asked questions of Alexa in 2025

The most asked questions of Alexa in 2025

Pakistan urges social media platforms to crack down on militant accounts to avoid legal action

Pakistan has urged major social media platforms to crack down on accounts linked to militant groups

‘Are you married?’ Why doctors ask invasive questions during treatment

Answering personal questions at the doctor’s office can help researchers recognize health problems and find effective interventions.

Open AI, Microsoft face lawsuit over ChatGPT's alleged role in Connecticut murder-suicide

The heirs of an 83-year-old Connecticut woman are suing ChatGPT maker OpenAI and its business partner Microsoft for wrongful death

Polytechnic universities focus on practical, career-oriented skills, offering an alternative to traditional universities

Polytechnic universities try to incorporate skills-based learning into education.

The Ivies can weather the Trump administration’s research cuts – it’s the nation’s public universities that have the most to lose

While headlines focus on Harvard and Columbia, state universities train far more STEM students, power the nation’s research engine and have fewer resources to weather sweeping cuts.

Even with Trump’s support, coal power remains expensive – and dangerous

The Trump administration has made several efforts to support the coal industry, but even if coal were free, the economics aren’t in its favor.

AI-generated political videos are more about memes and money than persuading and deceiving

Don’t discount the threat of AI political videos fooling people, but for now, they’re mostly about bolstering group identity and cashing in on viral content.

AI’s errors may be impossible to eliminate – what that means for its use in health care

Many health symptoms can be caused by multiple illnesses – if AI can’t tell the difference between them, it won’t be able to operate accurately without human oversight.

Videos of sexually suggestive, AI-generated children are racking up millions of likes on TikTok, study finds

Videos of sexually suggestive, AI-generated children are racking up millions of likes on TikTok, study finds

Time magazine to name its person of the year for 2025

Time magazine is set to name its person of the year for 2025

Australia demands social media giants report progress on account bans for children under 16

Australian authorities are demanding major social media platforms report on account deactivations since a ban on users under 16 became law

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘Trump Gold Card’ launches, offering expedited immigration pathway with a $1 million fee

‘What’s the worst thing that’s gonna happen?’ South Australia Premier says social media ban is about protecting children

‘What’s the worst thing that’s gonna happen?’ South Australia Premier says social media ban is about protecting children

Congress would target China with new restrictions in massive defense bill

The Trump administration may have softened its language on China to maintain a truce in their trade war, but Congress is pushing for more restrictions on Beijing

Trump enters Warner Bros. fight, says it’s ‘imperative that CNN be sold’

Trump enters Warner Bros. fight, says it’s ‘imperative that CNN be sold’

Foreigners allowed to travel to the US without a visa could soon face new social media screening