AI chatbot fraud: the ‘gift card’ subcription that may cost you dear
After subscribing to the Claude chatbot, mystery payments started to appear on one family’s credit card bill. They are not aloneDavid Duggan* was so i…
🔹 Technology
AI-generated actors and scripts are now ineligible for Oscars
Bad news for Tilly Norwood.
I Found 7 of the Best A24 Movies That Are Free to Stream
A new batch of A24 films, including The Farewell, Bodies Bodies Bodies and more, are available this May on free streaming services.
Farewell, Jeeves: Ask.com shuts down
Owner IAC says it's discontinuing its search business.
The Next Big Original ‘Magic’ Set Is a ‘What If?’ Adventure
Wizards of the Coast has a busy 2026 planned for 'Magic: The Gathering,' from fracturing reality to taking a second journey to Middle-earth.
Today's Wordle Hints, Answer and Help for May 3, #1779
Here are hints and the answer for today's Wordle for May 3, No. 1,779.
Today's NYT Strands Hints, Answers and Help for May 3 #791
Here are hints and answers for the NYT Strands puzzle for May 3, No. 791.
Today's NYT Connections Hints, Answers and Help for May 3, #1057
Here are some hints and the answers for the NYT Connections puzzle for May 3, No. 1,057.
Under a cloud: the growing resentment against the massive datacentres sprouting across Australian cities
Residents say AI factories with unknown environmental impacts are being rushed into development as proponents argue Australia must ride the data boom …
OpenAI introduces AI-generated pets for its Codex app
It's like Microsoft's Clippy, but useful.
I Hope ‘Mortal Kombat II’ Knows What It’s Doing
With an iffy first movie and the games now MIA, can 'Mortal Kombat II' keep the franchise going another round?
Prime Video: The 16 Absolute Best Movies to Watch
Here are some highly rated films to try, plus a list of new additions to the streamer in May.
Meta’s historic loss in court could cost a lot more than $375 million
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez won a historic sum of $375 million in a landmark child safety case against Meta earlier this year. But th…
Spirit Airlines shuts down after Trump’s war on Iran doubled jet fuel prices
The ultra-low-cost air carrier Spirit Airlines shut down operations after 34 years in business and canceled all flights at 3AM ET on Saturday morning.…
OpenAI’s CFO Reportedly Wants to Delay the IPO from 2026 to 2027
OpenAI's revenue picture is reportedly not pretty, and a new report says its chief financial officer wants to calm spending down before going public.
Tesla starts selling Chinese-made Model 3s in Canada at the EV's lowest price ever
The cars made at the Giga Shanghai factory start at $39,490 CAD, or roughly $29,000 in USD for a Model 3 Premium Rear-Wheel Drive variant.
Netflix delays Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia’ movie for big theatrical push in 2027
"The Magician's Nephew" looks like a big next step in Netflix's thawing relationship with movie theaters.
Aura’s delightful Aspen photo frame is on sale for $30 off this weekend
Aura’s digital frames are kind of like living photo albums that get better with time, which is why we often recommend them for Mother’s Day. They’re g…
The Oscars Just Banned AI From Winning Acting and Writing Awards
Hollywood gets a little firmer in its stance on generative AI by keeping it away from two of the biggest Oscars categories.
The best AI dictation apps, tested and ranked
AI-powered dictation apps are useful for replying to emails, taking notes, and even coding through your voice
Disney Parks in 2026: Leia, Luke and Han Hit Galaxy's Edge
Plus all the details on new rides, lands, shows and more in Disneyland, Disney World and Disney Cruise Line.
Trump Crypto Projects Facing Lawsuit, Potential Ethics Crackdown, and More
World Liberty Financial is hitting choppy waters.
Heybike's Latest Foldable Commuter Bike Has Kept My Car in the Driveway for Weeks. It's Now $500 Cheaper
With the right accessories, this new foldable bike is everything you need to get around town for less.
Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia’ Movie Will Enchant Theaters in 2027
Netflix will treat 'Narnia: The Magician's Nephew' like a real film and give it a full life on the big screen.
Research roundup: 6 cool science stories we almost missed
Crushing soda cans for science, why dolphins swim so fast, how urine helps mushrooms communicate, and more It’s a regrettable reality that there is ne…
How Running Shoes Have Evolved, From Ancient Greece to a Record-Breaking Marathon Time
The race to near-weightlessness has been a driving force of innovation in running sneakers and helped lead to records shattering at the London Maratho…
How to Clean Your AC Filters This Spring Before the Summer Heat Hits
Beating the upcoming summer heat starts with a clean AC filter. Here's how to make it part of your spring cleaning.
Beyond Lovable and Mistral: 21 European startups to watch
It is not that European startups never get attention — Lovable and Mistral AI are proof of that. But there are many more that insiders are tracking.
Meta acquires robotics AI startup as it makes the push into humanoid machines
The company has purchased Assured Robot Intelligence, whose staff is joining Meta's Superintelligence Labs.
Anker’s discounted 2-in-1 USB-C cable is a great way to spend $15
I’ll never stop gushing about 2-in-1 USB-C cables. They’re really nice to have because, at this point, I’ve amassed so many devices that charge via US…
The Visible Zorker Lets You Peer Under the Hood to See How Games Worked in the 80s
Some things have changed, and some haven't. Also: hello sailor!
Premier League Soccer: Stream Arsenal vs. Fulham From Anywhere Live
The Gunners can open up a six-point lead at the top of the table with a win.