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I Gave My OpenClaw Agent a Physical Body

The coding skills of AI models are about to make it much easier to build and deploy robots.

Will Knight 3 months ago

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How Wet Weather in Argentina Helped Fuel the Cruise Ship Hantavirus Outbreak

Climate change is helping create conditions that are driving the rodent boom—dubbed a ratada—in Argentina.

María de los Ángeles Orfila 3 months ago

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A New York Cop Got Injured at a Boxing Match. Now Madison Square Garden Is Banning His Lawyer

Attorney John Scola is representing a police officer who is suing over injuries allegedly sustained while working security at an MSG property in 2025.

Noah Shachtman 3 months ago

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It's Officially Election Season In Trumpworld

With Trump nemesis Thomas Massie vanquished, Republican strategists are now eyeing races in Texas, California, and Maine.

Hugo Lowell 3 months ago

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‘Perfect Storm’: How Trump's Aid Cuts Are Fueling the Ebola Outbreak

One health provider who works on the ground says that basic medical equipment like masks and hand sanitizers are in short supply due to funding cuts.

Kate Knibbs, Leah Feiger 3 months ago

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Ride1Up Roadster Review (2026): An Ebike That Feels Like a Bike

This lightweight commuter ebike feels a lot like a regular bike would feel if I had bionic legs. I wish there were more mechanics for it.

Matthew Korfhage 3 months ago

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Hypershell X Ultra S Review: The Best Exoskeleton Yet

With its clever new algorithm, the latest Hypershell exoskeleton powers your legs without making you feel like a puppet on a string.

Chris Haslam 3 months ago

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How to Upgrade Weber and Kamado Joe Into Smart Grills

You don't need to buy a smart grill to make perfect meat. You can buy a dumb grill and send it to school with smart upgrades.

Matthew Korfhage 3 months ago

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Everything to Look for When Buying a New Laptop in 2026

Shopping for a laptop can be infuriating. Here’s how to sift through the acronyms, storage options, and extra features to find the best one for you.

Luke Larsen, Scott Gilbertson 3 months ago

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Trump Wants to Be the Hero Vapers Don’t Really Need

The White House says Trump’s pro-vape stance is based on “gold standard science.” It feels more like vice-signaling to a demographic that often doesn’t vote—over products that are widely available.

Jamie Ducharme 3 months ago

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Election Officials Are Getting Ready for ICE to Show Up at the Polls

The Trump administration keeps threatening to send federal agents to oversee elections. State and local officials are preparing, and even gaming out what happens if they're arrested.

David Gilbert 3 months ago

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Data Brokers’ and AI Firms’ Opt-Out Forms Are Built to Fail, Report Finds

A new study finds AI companies, defense firms, and dating apps are among 38 data collectors allegedly using manipulative design to confuse users while collecting their data.

Dell Cameron 3 months ago

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Herman Miller Promo Code & Discounts: Save up to 40% in May 2026

Whether you’re looking for a Herman Miller promo code or discounts in their sale, here is how to save on the world's best ergonomic office furniture this month.

Nena Farrell 3 months ago

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Stearns and Foster Promo Codes: $300 Off in May

Discover the best Stearns and Foster promo codes, discounts, and deals to elevate your sleep experience with premium comfort and quality.

Molly Higgins 3 months ago

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Literary Prizewinners Are Facing AI Allegations. It Feels Like the New Normal

Three of five regional winners of the prestigious Commonwealth Short Story Prize are suspected of relying on chatbots. They're certainly not alone.

Miles Klee 3 months ago

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California’s Wildfire Season Is Already Overactive

Major fires are threatening homes and ecologically sensitive areas following a hot, dry winter.

Brian Kahn 3 months ago

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Everything Announced at Google I/O 2026: Gemini, Search, Smart Glasses

Google is sprucing up its Gemini models, revamping search, and enabling AI agents in everything. There are also some spiffy new smart glasses coming this fall.

Boone Ashworth, Michael Calore 3 months ago

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Meta Employees Are Scrambling to Use Up Benefits Ahead of Layoffs

On the eve of about 8,000 jobs being cut, employees are cashing in on headphone stipends and other perks while they still can.

Paresh Dave, Lauren Goode, Zoë Schiffer 3 months ago

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Google Search Goes Agentic—and Doesn’t Need You Anymore

Vibe-coded results! Super widgets! Bots that never sleep! Google’s vision for the future of Search is hyper-personalized, automated, and extremely AI.

Reece Rogers 3 months ago

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Hands-On With All of Google’s New Upcoming Android XR Smart Glasses

Here's your first look at smart glasses coming from Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, powered by Google and Samsung's XR platform.

Julian Chokkattu, Boone Ashworth 3 months ago

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Demis Hassabis Thinks AI Job Cuts Are Dumb

The CEO of Google DeepMind tells WIRED that companies should use the productivity gains of AI to do more, not lay people off.

Will Knight 3 months ago

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Google Makes It Easy to Deepfake Yourself

Google’s overhaul of its AI creation software, Flow, includes a new video model and a tool for generating selfie videos called avatars.

Reece Rogers 3 months ago

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Google’s Response to OpenClaw’s 24/7 AI Agent

Google’s always-running, data-hungry AI agent is designed to spend your money and send your emails.

Reece Rogers 3 months ago

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Former OpenAI Staffers Warn That xAI’s Poor Safety Record Could Complicate SpaceX’s IPO

The ex-employees, who cofounded a new AI watchdog group, say investors deserve more information about xAI’s safety practices before SpaceX goes public.

Maxwell Zeff 3 months ago

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