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Anthropic is the latest AI lab to offer an AI agent with the ability to view and take action in a user's Chrome browser.
Don’t look to Netflix for any Love Island USA bombshells.
After Huda Mustafa name-dropped the streaming service while dodging questions about her love life at the dating series’ season seven...
It's a Benito Skinner summer, and we're just soaking up all the sunshine-y goodness he has to offer.
Benito, also known as Benny Drama to his social media fans, is fresh off starring in the Amazon...
It’s been a long time since Taylor Swift sat next to a red head named Abigail Anderson at school.
In fact, in the two decades since the long-time best friends were 15 years old, Abigail has gotten...
Anthropic faced the prospect of more than $1 trillion in damages, a sum that could have threatened the company’s survival if the case went to trial.
The Kansas City Chiefs tight end's salary has steadily increased thanks to his successful NFL career. Find out where his net worth stands today.
"Let Down" broke into the Billboard Hot 100 nearly 30 years after its release, marking just the fourth Radiohead song to enter the charts.
The world's most famous celebrity couple got engaged, and the first place the news broke was on Instagram. By now, it's not much of a surprise that pop star Taylor Swift and football player Travis Kelce opted to announce their engagement on the platform on Tuesday - if it's good enough for Beyoncé, it's good […]
Lil Nas X is sharing an update following his arrest.
Hours after he was released from custody after being arraigned by a judge in Los Angeles on charges stemming from a recent arrest in Los...
Best believe Taylor Swift’s ring finger is bejeweled.
Amid the news of her engagement to Travis Kelce, the Grammy winner showed off her stunning sparkler in her announcement on Instagram Aug....
Today, Framework announced the second-gen Framework Laptop 16 with two industry firsts: the first Nvidia graphics card upgrade you can perform at home in just a couple minutes, and the first complete 240W laptop charging solution over a USB-C cable. But the companyâs also revealing some intriguing upgrades that didnât quite make the cut â […]
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement proves they both love numerology.
After the couple announced their engagement Aug. 26, the date of Taylor’s appearance on New Heights Aug. 13 became even...
Travis asked Taylor to be his Juliet, and their love story is just getting started! See her engagement ring here, and find out how much it cost the NFL player.
Anthropic has settled a class action lawsuit with a group of fiction and non-fiction authors, as announced in a filing on Tuesday with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. Anthropic had won a partial victory in a lower court ruling, and was in the process of appealing that ruling. No details of the settlement were […]
Intel doesn't need cash. Instead, the struggling semiconductor giant needs to figure out how to drum up interest for its foundry business.
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The Jurassic World Rebirth costars proved their bond remains strong, sharing yet another steamy photo just two months after their red carpet smooches at their London and New York film...
No one is saying that Vera Farmiga was covered in stigmata after filming The Conjuring: Last Rites.
But every time she and Patrick Wilson have donned their 1970s-era finest to play real-life...
Libby launches "Inspire Me," a genAI feature that helps its users find books to borrow from local libraries.
From environmental and safety concerns to noise and filters, there’s a lot to think about before buying a window AC. Our air quality expert walks you through the process.
Our editors' favorite surround sound Sonos speaker is matching its lowest price ever from Amazon.
Kayla starred in season 3 of 'Special Forces: World's Toughest Test,' and she got candid about her public breakup with Travis.
CEO Mark Zuckerberg went on a recruiting blitz to lure top AI researchers to Meta. WIRED has confirmed that three recent hires have now resigned.
Meta's new PAC signals an intent to influence statewide elections, including the next governorâs race in 2026.
Before Taylor Swift sparked romance rumors with Travis Kelce, he dated Kayla Nicole in the past. Find out more about his now ex and what she's been up to since splitting from the NFL player.
Travis Kelce knelt to the ground and pulled out a ring and said ‘Marry me, Taylor Swift!’
And ever since “The Life of a Showgirl” singer and Kansas City Chiefs tight end shared the exciting...
Billy Ray Cyrus won’t have an achy breaky heart this Virgo season.
After all, the country singer—who turned 64 on Aug. 25—revealed that his daughter Miley Cyrus sent him a musical present on his...
The Social Security Administration's chief data officer has publicly blown the whistle, alleging DOGE put hundreds of millions of Social Security records at risk of compromise by uploading a critical government database of citizen's data to Amazon's cloud.
Nice to meet you, where you been? Can you show me football things?
At least that's how we'd like to imagine that first 2023 encounter between newly engaged Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift went...
One of The Conjuring’s most infamous characters is making waves.
And surprisingly it has nothing to do with the film franchise’s conclusion, The Conjuring: Last Rites. Just weeks before Patrick...
It might not be spring break, but Selena Gomez is still living it up in the sun.
The 33-year-old seemingly celebrated her bachelorette in Mexico amid her engagement to Benny Blanco, jetting off to...
Embracer Group-owned CRKD recently launched a backpack, the $99.99 Vortex 1.0. During a recent vacation, I swapped it in place of my go-to for the past eight or so years, the 20-liter Peak Design Everyday backpack, which CRKD has thoroughly cribbed the look of. However, the Vortex has handheld gaming pockets, which helps it stand […]
Taylor Swift just said yes to a forever love story with Travis Kelce.
After two years of dating, the Grammy winner and the Kansas City Chiefs tight end are engaged, they shared on August 26.
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If your jam is hoarding hostess tips from Meghan Markle, then you are in luck.
The second season of With Love, Megan is streaming on Netflix, with special guests such as Chrissy Teigen, Tan France...
Apple's carbon neutral claims are undermined by the short-term nature of carbon credits used to support them, the court said.
Dish's parent company, EchoStar, is selling a broad swath of its 5G spectrum licenses to AT&T for $23 billion. Under the deal, the Dish-owned Boost Mobile will primarily operate using AT&T's growing network - a move that marks "the end of the road for the fourth carrier," says Roger Entner, founder and lead analyst at […]
Apple has announced the date of its next big event: September 9th, 2024, at 1PM ET / 10AM PT. The event, which has the tagline âAwe dropping,â will take place at the Steve Jobs Theater in Apple Park. This is where we expect to hear more about the iPhone 17 lineup, which rumors (and at […]
Apple said today that it is holding its event for the iPhone 17 on Tuesday, September 9 â just like last year. The company has started sending invites for the event, which will be held at the Steve Jobs theatre in Cupertino and will start at 10 a.m. PT/ 1 p.m. ET. While the company is […]
As IBM and AMD look to regain ground after falling behind on the generative AI boom, the move could position them as key infrastructure players in a future where quantum and AI converge.
Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins are adding another member to their band.
After all, the "Die a Happy Man" singer and his wife announced that they're expecting their fifth baby together.
"Well, I was...
Emmanuel Haro’s mother Rebecca Haro is maintaining her innocence.
Days after the missing 7-month old’s mom and father Jake Haro were arrested Aug. 22 on suspicion of murder, Rebecca issued a...
Translate is also getting new live capabilities to make it easier to communicate in real-time with a person speaking a different language.
Google is putting AI-powered language learning tools into its Translate app. The new feature, rolling out now in beta, can create customized language lessons based on your skill level and your purpose for picking up a new language, such as vacationing in another country. For now, Google Translate can only help English speakers practice Spanish […]
More than three years after revealing âpre-pre-pre-alphaâ footage of its new Skate title, EA has finally announced that the free-to-play live service game will be launching for everyone in early access on September 16th. The game takes place in the city of âSan Vansterdam,â where you can cruise around to find places to pull off […]
Kris Jenner is always game for a fresh look.
After breaking the internet earlier this summer with a rejuvenated face—credits to Dr. Steven Levine—the momager shared why she decided to get another...
Snoop Dogg’s latest comments are raising eyebrows.
After taking one of his seven grandchildren to see Disney’s Lightyear, the “Gin and Juice” rapper recalled being shocked to see an LGBTQ+ couple...
Bruce's wife Emma Heming and his ex-wife Demi Moore revealed his condition has now been diagnosed as frontotemporal dementia. Find out all about his relationships with the two women, here.
Viewers have the opportunity to hype up to three videos per week for a favorite creator. This gives the video points, which helps it gain traction on a new, ranked leaderboard.
The Islanders may have picked up a hitchhiker from Fiji.
During the Aug. 25 Love Island USA season seven reunion, eagle-eyed fans were quick to notice an uninvited winged guest that made itself...
Mitti Labs is working with The Nature Conservancy to expand the use of climate friendly rice farming practices in India. The startup uses its AI to verify reductions in methane emissions.
The Dyson 360 Vis Nav is one of the most powerful robot vacuums out there. In fact, its 65 air watts of suction makes it the best option for carpets (even high pile) that we’ve tested yet. And, right now it’s half off at $499 at Amazon, Target, and directly from Dyson. The robovacâs long, […]
Tesla rejected a $60 million settlement in the wrongful death case that ended up costing the company $243 million in punitive and compensatory damages, Reuters reported today, citing newly filed legal documents. The proposal stemmed from a lawsuit filed by the families of the victims in a 2019 crash in which a Tesla Model S […]
The Nvidia RTX 5070 is coming to the Framework Laptop 16, proving that upgradable GPUs in laptops aren’t just a fool’s errand.
Four and a quarter years ago, I told you how a USB-C cable could someday power all but the beefiest gaming laptops. Now, Framework is finally fulfilling the promise of 240 watts through a USB plug. Today, itâs opening preorders for the first standards-compliant 240W USB-C PD power adapter ever sold by a computer company. […]
Framework CEO Nirav Patel said he would deliver "the holy grail for gamers" with the Framework Laptop 16. In 2023, he suggested it'd be the first consumer notebook to fulfil the promise of modular, upgradable graphics cards like a desktop PC. We at The Verge were skeptical, because the last time we heard someone tell […]
Aaron Rodgers kept his family game plan from more than just fans.
Although the star quarterback played two seasons for the New York Jets, WAGs Maranda Williams and Jessie Vera-Tucker admitted that...
Some TikTok users have reported seeing a troubling product in the last few days: T-shirts for sale on TikTok Shop that are an antisemitic parody of the Jaws movie poster. In the image printed on the shirts, the shark has been transformed into a human nose, the swimmer at the surface of the water is […]
Billie Jean King has tips for making life a Grand Slam.
Although the 81-year-old retired from tennis in 1983, she is still serving up moxie in all aspects of her life more than 40 years later,...
Venus Williams won’t let this setback affect her love for the game.
Shortly after the tennis star lost her Aug. 25 first round match against Karolína Muchová at the 2025 US Open, she detailed how...
Before sixteen-year-old Adam Raine died by suicide, he had spent months telling ChatGPT about his plans to end his life.
A security researcher mapped TeslaMate servers that are publicly exposed to the internet, including sensitive Tesla vehicle data, such as their locations.
Skylight's TikTok alternative adds community curators, custom feeds, and live content.
Kristin Cavallari opened up about the births of her three children — and revealed that welcoming her first baby, son Camden, was a difficult experience. The reality star, 38, recalled during the Tuesday, August 26, episode of her “Let’s Be Honest” podcast that she initially experienced false labor before Camden, now 13, was born in […]
Robin Kaye was beloved in the entertainment industry before her death at age 70. Kaye was best known as a music supervisor for American Idol, where she notably secured Led Zeppelin’s “Whole Lotta Love” for Adam Lambert in 2009. “We always were talking about Led Zeppelin because everybody knew that we couldn’t do Led Zeppelin,” […]
Every television deserves a row of speakers to call its own. These are our favorite soundbars.
Google is increasing security measures around sideloading apps by removing anonymity for Android developers who distribute outside of the Play Store. Starting in September next year, Google will require developers in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand to verify their identities in order for their apps to be installed on certified Android devices via direct downloads […]
Google says that it's behind the anonymous AI image editor "nano-banana" that's been making waves on social media.
The launch comes a week after TikTok rolled out a nearly-identical feature.
Nothing is certain in life except death, taxes, and companies releasing party speakers with elaborate lighting features. Marshallâs first party speaker, the new Bromley 750, is no different, but instead of filling a room with a bright-colored glow, it features a more subtle array of LEDs hidden behind its front speaker grill. Itâs available for […]
Distance has made the heart grow fonder for Meghan Markle.
At least, when it comes to one specific part of living in the United Kingdom. As the Duchess of Sussex explained to guest Tan France on...
Machine Gun Kelly’s role as dad is the gift that keeps on giving.
During a recent shopping spree, the “Cliché” rapper had his and Megan Fox’s 4-month-old daughter Saga Blade on the brain as he...
Jillian Michaels wasn't interested in weighing in on The Biggest Loser.
While the former weight loss competition series' trainer is mentioned several times in Netflix's new docuseries Fit for TV:...
This story contains spoilers for the Love Island USA season seven reunion.
The Love Island USA cast was ready to stand on business.Six weeks after the season seven finale aired, the islanders...
Anthony Edwards’ ex Ayesha Howard denied she was attempting to extort the NBA star when she asked for a six-figure sum as part of their court battle, Us Weekly can exclusively report. On August 7, Howard, 38, filed a declaration in Los Angeles Superior Court as she fights Edwards, 24, over what state child support […]
Kelly Osbourne is not happy with WWE star Becky Lynch’s recent joke about her late father, Ozzy Osbourne. “You are a disrespectful dirtbag!” Kelly, 40, shared via Instagram Stories on Tuesday, August 26. “Birmingham would not piss on you if you were on fire.” She added, “Shame on the @wwe for allowing such things to […]
Venus Williams’ fiancé, Andrea Preti, cheered her on as she competed in the 2025 US Open. Preti, 37, was an enthusiastic supporter of Williams, 45, during her first round singles match against Karolina Muchova inside Arthur Ashe Stadium on Monday, August 25. Muchova, 29, ultimately defeated Williams in hard-fought match, 6-3, 2-6, 6-1. The tennis […]
Hailey Bieber is entering the chat after husband Justin Bieber posed for thirst trap photos. On Monday, August 25, Justin, 31, shared a shirtless mirror selfie via Instagram, where he rocked black workout shorts and a white beanie. In another image with the same backdrop, Justin got closer to the mirror as he flipped his […]
Carly Pearce is opening up about her mental health struggles.
The “What He Didn’t Do” singer shared insight into what her life has been like during her yearslong battle with anxiety and...
Logitechâs new flagship mouse may be about to launch, and bring with it an unexpected upgrade: haptic feedback. WinFuture claims to have obtained leaked details on the MX Master 4, which it says will launch on September 30 for â¬129.99 (around $150). While the broad strokes of the mouseâs design will be familiar to existing […]
Actor Bruce Willis has five daughters, three of whom he shares with his ex-wife, Demi Moore, and two with his current wife, Emma Heming Willis.
Chrissy Teigen thought Meghan Markle and Prince Harry somehow managed to keep a third child secret. Teigen, 39, appeared on the second episode of Netflix’s With Love, Meghan season 2, which premiered Tuesday, August 26. Not only did Meghan, 44, and Teigen reflect on their Deal or No Deal days, but the duo also made […]
This vision care startup secures $20M Series A for 90-second prescription kiosk.
Smart home tech provider Wyze is launching its first 4K security camera. The Wyze Cam Pan v4 is available today for $60, featuring color night vision, pan and tilt capabilities, and on-device AI-powered object tracking that captures people, pets, and vehicles. Users can control the camera remotely via the Wyze app for full-room coverage, with […]
Smart locks are among my favorite pieces of smart home tech, offering convenience and peace of mind; I haven't used a key in years. But most of them are big, clunky, and unmistakably "techy." Keypads, bulky battery housings, and fingerprint readers mean they really stick out, on both sides of your door. If you want […]
Unconventional cameras are having a bit of a moment. From the Sigma BF to the Fujifilm Half to young photographers reaching for old digital point-and-shoots, the camera industry has looked a little different over the past few years. Are these moments just flashes in the pan, or part of something bigger? This week on The […]
Prince Harry popped in for a royal visit.
The Duke of Sussex made a brief appearance on season two of Meghan Markle's Netflix show With Love, Meghan—out Aug. 26—in order to catch up with a very...
Sam Asghari will always carry a piece of Britney Spears with him.
In fact, despite Britney’s recent comments that their year-long marriage felt like a “fake distraction,” Sam affirmed how much...
Issa Rae’s “impulsiveness” has landed her in some sticky situations over the years — and, sometimes, it has cost her. “My impulsivity, the character trait I’ve benefited from and paid dearly for, is both a gift and a curse,” Rae, 40, wrote in her new essay collection, I Should be Smarter by Now, released on […]
Huda brought some spice to season 7 of 'Love Island USA.' After her breakup from Chris Seeley, find out her relationship status here.
Tim Allen‘s ABC sitcom Shifting Gears has allowed him to recruit familiar guest stars — including his former costars from Home Improvement and Last Man Standing. The hit series, which premiered in January 2025, is set in a car restoration shop opened by Allen’s character, Matt. After reuniting with his estranged daughter, Riley (Kat Dennings), […]
Lenovo’s IdeaPad 5i 2-in-1 is a standard budget laptop with just enough qualities to be worth the money when it’s on sale.
Andy Cohen had a bug in his hair during the Love Island USA season 7 reunion — and he didn’t even know it. “Oh man, poor @Andy Cohen got that bug in his hair! #LoveIslandUSA #loveislandreunion,” one viewer wrote via X on Monday, August 25, sharing photos of Cohen, 57, in the hosting seat. A […]
Ted Lasso star Keeley Hazell claims she almost starred as Keeley Jones before the role went to Juno Temple. Hazell, 38, recalled meeting up with Jason Sudeikis “to discuss the part he had written for me,” in her new memoir, Everyone’s Seen My Tits: Stories and Reflections From an Unlikely Feminist, released on Tuesday, August […]
It’s that time of year where we must work with our summer and fall clothes to put together transitional outfits. But of course, we look for any reason to add a few new things to our virtual shopping carts, which led us to the latest arrivals from Nordstrom — starting at $32. The retailer recently […]
NBC’s fall TV schedule is stacked with new and returning shows, including The Voice, Law & Order and more — but when is each program airing? The network’s schedule for the fall will continue its tradition of nights dedicated to the Law & Order franchise and One Chicago universe. Both are tackling new seasons following […]
It’s a seriously exciting time for Brooks Nader right now — not only is she in the middle of launching her new family reality show, Love Thy Nader, but she’s also embracing being single for the first time in her adult life. The model and reality star, 28, recently finalized her divorce from husband Billy Haire […]
Motherhood was always in the cards for Meghan Markle. “I always wanted to be a mom,” Meghan, 44, told With Love, Meghan guest Tan France during the Netflix show’s second season. “I would save my allowance and I’d go to Kmart and buy a real diaper bag.” She added, “I was like, ‘I don’t want […]
The deal will require Planetary to remove 115,000 metric tons of carbon by increasing the alkalinity of water flowing into the sea.
Hasselblad has just launched the X2D II 100C, the first medium format camera capable of taking true HDR photos. Those HDR images can be instantly reviewed on the new 3.6-inch OLED touchscreen at up to 1,400 nits of peak brightness, which Hasselblad says is 75 percent brighter than the original X2D 100C. Other notable upgrades […]