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Halley’s comet is on its way back towards Earth
Space

Halley’s comet is on its way back towards Earth

The comet that fascinates humanity will make its next pass by Earth on July 29th, 2061.

Ford F-150 Lightning makes the cut for full EV tax credit in 2024
Electric Vehicles

Ford F-150 Lightning makes the cut for full EV tax credit in 2024

The Lightning, along with vehicles from Tesla, Jeep, Chrysler, Lincoln, and Rivian are 19 of 43 vehicles remaining on the list.

A hand holding a blue samsung T7 shield portable SSD
Peripherals

The best portable SSDs

Whether you're a gamer, a creator, or just someone with data to lug around, a portable SSD is the fastest, safest way to do it.

Japan Airlines Airbus on fire at Tokyo airport
Aviation

Here’s what to know about the Japan Airlines collision

Although all passengers and crew safely evacuated the commercial plane, five Japan Coast Guard members from the other aircraft did not survive.

The packaging for an inhaler called Flovent HFA. Flovent is a popular inhaled corticosteroid that helps keep inflammation in the lungs low and the airways open for people with asthma.
Diseases

Popular corticosteroid asthma inhaler Flovent was discontinued this month

A new “authorized generic” version will be available in its place, but experts worry about access.

Steamboat Mickey Mouse public domain cartoon
Technology

Disney finally relinquishes ‘Steamboat’ Mickey Mouse to public domain after testy 95 years

Here's what you need to know.

Resistance and aerobic training each offer unique benefits.
DIY

Should you do cardio or weights first?

A kinesiologist explains how to optimize the order of your exercise routine.

GIF of Willis Gibson achieving kill screen on classic Tetris
Internet

A 13-year-old wunderkind is the first human to ‘beat’ Tetris

Willis ‘blue scuti’ Gibson achieved something previously thought impossible—he reached the classic video game's mythical kill screen.

A reddish moon on a black background, dotted with several gray marks that are volcanoes. Jupiter's moon Io is one of Jupiter’s several moons. This image was taken on December 30, 2023 during the Juno spacecraft’s flyby of this volcanic Jupiterian moon.
Moons

See the most volcanic world in our solar system in new NASA images

The Juno spacecraft ended 2023 with a close flyby of Jupiter’s moon Io, which could be 100 times more volcanic than Earth.

How to organize your home screens on your smartphone
Tech Hacks

How to finally get your smartphone home screens organized

Never lose an app or widget again.

A full moon rises n a purple sky over snowy mountain peaks.
Space

The Full Wolf Moon and Quadrantids meteor shower ring in 2024

New year, new cosmic calendar.

The best electric screwdrivers
Home

The best electric screwdrivers

Electric screwdrivers aren't as powerful as drills or impact drivers, but that's a feature, not a bug for PC builders and other DIYers.

A lineup of four of the best mosquito traps
Home

The 6 best mosquito traps

These traps will eliminate mosquitos in a flash.

The best electric pressure washers
Outdoor Gear

The best electric pressure washers

Make your outdoor spaces look as good as new with pressure washers that'll quickly strip layers of grime away.

The Best HP Printers
Peripherals

The best HP printers

Print, scan, and copy all of your most critical documents and photos.

Magic Editor is now available on selected Pixel phones.
Tech Hacks

This hidden Google Photos feature on Pixel phones transforms images using AI

Artificial intelligence is able to revamp your pictures like never before.

The best screwdriver sets
Home

The best screwdriver sets

The right screwdriver set will allow you to get home projects done more quickly and efficiently.

skiing on a slope
Life Skills

How to learn to ski and snowboard (The right way)

Here are some tips before you head to the slopes.

Hearing aids on table
Health

Why aren’t more people buying over-the-counter hearing aids?

In the U.S., millions of adults have hearing loss. Will consumer tech help sway them toward hearing aids?

The best MagSafe wallets
Phones

The best MagSafe wallets

Avoid the sinking feeling of leaving or losing your wallet with a dead simple iPhone accessory.