First red squirrel kits born at sanctuary
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Traveling to see the total solar eclipse this August? This solar binocular Prime Day deal is a total-ly bright idea!
These Celestron EclipSmart 12x50 solar binoculars are perfect for watching the total solar eclipse safely this August 12, but you can use them the rest of the year, too.
The Download: Europe’s heat wave hits the grid, and IBM’s chip targets Moore’s Law
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. Europe’s extreme heat is shutting down power plants Europe is in the middle of a record-breaking heat wave, and the grid is being pushed to its limits as people turn to…
What time is it on the moon? The US and China disagree
Why making lunar standard time is in everyone's best interests.
Two Massive Earthquakes Struck Venezuela. Thousands Are Feared Dead
The country’s interim leader declared a state of emergency on Wednesday following shocks measuring 7.5 magnitude after two quakes hit in less than a minute.
Get Up to 43% Off With the Best Prime Day TV Deals Plus Streaming Devices (2026)
These are the hottest Prime Day deals on our favorite TVs and streaming devices.
Best Bluetooth Speakers (2026): JBL, Sonos, Bose, and More
Discover the best Bluetooth speakers of all shapes and sizes, from waterproof clip-ons to a massive boom box.
World Cup Teams Are in a Race for AI Dominance
This year, FIFA is providing an AI agent that any team can use. Is it enough to level the playing field or will future winners be determined by which team can afford the best tools?
This Buy-It-For-Life Coffee Maker Just Won Prime Day
The Moccamaster Prime Day deal is the best price I've seen this year, on a coffee maker that will probably outlive you.
After More Than a Decade of Waiting, ‘GTA VI’ Is Finally Around the Corner
We’re finally getting Grand Theft Auto VI, poised to be one of the largest gaming releases in history.
Datacentres are growing target of global climate-related legal cases, report finds
LSE analysis highlights litigation linked to energy sources, water consumption and air pollution The proliferation of datacentres and AI is increasingly at the forefront of environmental litigation around the world, from the US and UK to Chile to Ireland, a report has found. In an analysis of about 3,600 climate-related lawsuits filed since 2015, the latest annual review of climate litigation by…
IBM claims world’s first sub-1 nanometer chip technology
IBM’s nanostack transistors could boost chip performance or energy efficiency.
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Samsung will soon start charging to access its smart home API
From October this year Samsung will roll out a variety of new paid tiers for access to its SmartThings API, including a $4.99 monthly plan for "non-commercial, individual developers." It won't just…
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The Morning After: Prices rocket up on Xboxes, MacBooks, iPads and more
This week, we've been hit with major price hikes from major players, including Microsoft and Apple.
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The best fans to keep you cool in 2026 – tried and tested
As temperatures soar across the UK, chill your space – and avoid energy-guzzling aircon – with our pick of the best fans, from tower to desk to bladeless • The best portable neck and handheld fans …
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Apple’s most powerful Macs might be waiting until 2027 for big processor upgrades
Apple is expected to shake up its usual Mac silicon release strategy, with Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reporting that there won't be Pro or Max versions of the upcoming M6 chip. Instead, Apple wants to…
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NASA's TESS spacecraft finds two 'cotton candy' planets in one system
NASA's TESS space telescope has discovered two 'super puffy' giant planets with the density of cotton candy.
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‘Chock full of incredible animals’: marine expedition uncovers 31 new species in two weeks
Experts worked in ocean midwater off Brazil at near-record speeds thanks to cutting-edge tech A marine biology expedition in international waters off the coast of Brazil has discovered 31 new speci…
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Behold, the most realistic golf game ever | Dominik Diamond
Normal Golf Game takes a tiresomely easy genre and makes it infernally difficult. Which deserves a round of applause I have always struggled playing golf. I wish I didn’t. It’s a beautiful game in …
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Rocket Report: China may soon attempt booster landing; Rocket Lab does rapid response
Is SpaceX planning to end its Transporter program?
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FDA to discuss easing restrictions on peptides despite safety concerns
Committee will meet in July to discuss peptides now sold in gray market despite limited evidence of safety and efficacy Advisers to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will soon hold a meeting a…
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Mpox smuggling case prompts congressional scrutiny of National Institutes of Health
House committee seeks records after two agency scientists were charged over undeclared samples The US House committee on energy and commerce is “ examining concerns ” about the National Institutes …
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It’s the last day of Prime Day — here are over 130 great deals to choose from
We’ve arrived at the final day of Prime Day, which at this point should probably be called “Prime Week.” We’ve found discounts on all manner of gadgets, including TVs, smart home tech, chargers, he…
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Which MacBook to Buy (2026): Neo, Air, or Pro?
After testing each of the MacBooks myself, here's my honest advice on which is right for you.
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Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner's Island Resort Could Bring Down Albania’s Prime Minister
What began as a “flamingo revolution” to protest the $1.4 billion development on Sazan Island has spiraled into mass protests against a ruling party that thousands now want out.
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We're Tracking the Final Hours of Amazon Prime Day Deals Live
It's Day Four. Somehow it's still Prime Day. The deals are live. The deals are wild. The deals are almost feral. We are still here in the trenches digging up the deals and trends.
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Should You Buy Your Kid a 3D Printer? What to Know and Consider (2026)
Kids love 3D printers almost as much as K-Pop Demon Hunters. Just give in and get one.
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Best T-Mobile Plans: How to Choose and Which Ones to Pick in 2026
If you've decided to make the switch to T-Mobile, but aren't sure which plan to go for, these are the ones we recommend.
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The Gooner Music Video Boom Is Here
Porn music videos have circulated on the fringes of the internet for years. Featuring everything from narrative-driven stories to hypnosis, they are proliferating across X as “bate fuel” for gooners.
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'Careless People' author accuses Meta of 'punishing' whistleblower
The author of a tell-all book says Meta is using her as an example to deter future whistleblowers.
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I Found The Best Amazon Prime Day Headphone Deals (2026)
From AirPods to on-ears, we’ve tested hundreds of pairs of headphones. Here are the best deals from Amazon’s biggest sale event.
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June's Strawberry Moon is unlike any other full moon. Here's why
Think all full moons look the same? June's Strawberry Moon rises and sets at extreme points, tracing an unusually low path across the Northern Hemisphere sky.
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How Qatar Became FIFA’s Technology Test Lab
Qatar has become the place where FIFA experiments with the next generation of football technology. The results are already visible across this year’s World Cup.
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California launches tracker for AI-related job losses
California governor Gavin Newsom worked with the state's employment department to roll out an AI job loss tracker.
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Prime Day Ends Today. Last Call for the 173+ Deals We're Tracking Live
It's Day 4 of Prime Day and we're still here and hunting down the very best deals to shop.
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Best Prime Day Tech Deals Offer Up to $280 Off (2026): Phones, Watches, and More
Don't pay full price—snag one of these tasty Prime Day tech deals on some of our favorite WIRED-tested gadgets.
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My Favorite Coolers Are on Sale for Prime Day: Yeti, Igloo, Ninja, and More (2026)
We've been testing coolers for years, and our top picks are on sale for Amazon Prime Day.
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The 26 Best Amazon Prime Day Deals Under $30 We've Found (2026)
Everything is expensive. Treat yourself to one of these WIRED-tested and -approved Prime Day picks under $30.
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Today's NYT Connections: Sports Edition Hints and Answers for June 26, #641
Here are hints and the answers for the NYT Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for June 26, No. 641.
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Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for June 26, #1111
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for June 26 No. 1,111.
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Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for June 26, #1833
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for June 26, No. 1,833.
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As billionaires’ wealth soars, US workers struggle: ‘The rich keep getting richer for no good reason’
Ultrarich face backlash as billionaire tax in California makes it to the ballot and Americans organize for higher wages The day that Elon Musk became the world’s first trillionaire , Gilberto Rubio…
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YouTube Shorts nixes 'dislikes' and lets you double the playback speed
YouTube has made several key changes to Shorts by removing dislikes and offering a clear screen mode.
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Trump Mobile will take your $499 right now
Where's the Trump phone? We're going to keep talking about it every week. We still don't have the phones we preordered yet, but this week the T1 hit open sale, no deposit required. Trump Mobile's T…
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99 Prime Day Deals That Aren’t For Suckers, Up to 50% Off (2026)
We've gone from A to Z to find Amazon's best Prime Day deals on the gear worth owning.
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The 28 Best Prime Day Deals Under $100 in 2026
Times are hard in 2026. These Amazon Prime Day deals under $100 on earbuds, Kindles, and other tested products should help make life just a little bit easier.
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Get Up to 36% Off With the Best Prime Day Kindle Deals (2026): Paperwhite, Colorsoft, Kids
There’s no better time to get a Kindle than during Amazon's own sale event.
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Best Prime Day Vacuum Deals Offer Up to 42% Off (2026): Shark, Dyson, Bissell
Move over, spring cleaning. These vacuum deals will give your home the cleanest summer yet thanks to Amazon Prime Day.
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19 Best Prime Day Apple Deals Up to 30% Off: iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, and More
Apple deals abound for Amazon Prime Day. We've rounded up the best deals on Apple Watches, iPhones, MacBooks, iPads, and accessories.
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I Found the Very Best Prime Day Laptop Deals onMacBooks and More (2026)
From MacBooks to gaming laptops, these are the very best deals on some of my very favorite laptops for Amazon Prime Day.
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I Found the Best iPad Deal for Amazon Prime Day This Year (2026)
With four iPads to choose from, there’s a clear winner in terms of discounts for Amazon Prime Day.
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A little bird told her: scientist wins $100,000 prize for decoding birdsong
Julie Elie worked out how zebra finches announce who they are, what they are doing and use individual signatures A scientist who decoded the dictionary that a bird uses to communicate has won a $10…
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Watch live: Rocket Lab launching 'Ten Owl of Ten' mission for Synspective today
Rocket Lab is poised to launch the "Ten Owl of Ten" mission from New Zealand today (June 26), adding to Japanese company Synspective's imaging constellation. Watch it live here.
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Trump forced to drain the reflecting pool swamp – podcast
The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool in Washington DC will have to be drained again. Donald Trump has blamed vandalism for the failure to keep the water “American flag blue”. But what if this small…
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Turn your room into a galaxy: The best Prime Day deals on star projectors for aspiring astronomers
Whether light pollution is foiling your stargazing or you just want to transform a room, there are great star projector deals this Prime Day and I've picked out the best.
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Today's NYT Mini Crossword Answers for Friday, June 26
Here are the answers for The New York Times Mini Crossword for June 26.
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Australian musicians sound warning note after Nick Cave, Kylie and many more slurped into AI training tool
‘It’s all just rendered useless’, Something For Kate’s Paul Dempsey says as AI scrapes millions of songs to learn how to make music Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our br…
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Anthropic Thinks Its Own Success Is Key to Making AI Safe
Anthropic's critics argue it's rapidly accumulating power. The company says that's what responsible AI development looks like.
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This Is Probably Your Last Chance to Buy a Cheap MacBook for a While
Apple has dramatically jacked up the prices of MacBooks, making the current Prime Day pricing that much more enticing.
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Apple raises iPad and MacBook prices, blaming cost of chips amid AI boom
Company says it cannot shield customers from memory and storage chip costs – and iPhone hikes could be next Apple raised iPad and MacBook prices on Thursday, saying it could no longer shield custom…
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Why Amazon Dropped Its OpenAI Movie, Data Center Workers Fight Back, and Meta Leaks Employee Data
The decision by Amazon-owned MGM Studios to drop the OpenAI movie is just part of AI and film industries becoming increasingly intertwined. On Uncanny Valley, we look at where this is all headed.
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This year’s Prime Day deals on Apple products are the best I’ve seen
Amazon’s Prime Day is now in its third day, and whether you’re looking for a new pair of wireless earbuds or a smartwatch, there’s a good chance you’ll find a discount. The Apple Watch Series 11 ha…
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