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5 Lexus Engines You Should Steer Clear Of
Slash Gear - 17 May 2026 19:15
Lexus is synonymous with reliability, but these five engines prove that even the best make mistakes. See which ones suffer from oil sludge and leaks.
SpaceX Dragon capsule delivers science and supplies to space station
SPACE.com - 17 May 2026 13:53
A SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft delivered 6,500 pounds of science and supplies to the International Space Station on Sunday, May 17, 2026.
Watch an asteroid the size of a blue whale hurtle towards Earth live online May 18
SPACE.com - 17 May 2026 13:00
The livestream will begin at 3:45 p.m. EDT on May 18, bringing near real time views of the asteroid from robotic telescopes in Italy, weather permitting.
Elon Musk's xAI Launches 'Grok Build', Its First AI Coding Agent
Slashdot - 17 May 2026 11:34
xAI has launched Grok Build, "a coding agent of its own to serve as competitor to its rivals' products, such as Anthropic's Claude Code," reports Engadget: As Bloomberg notes, xAI has been trying to catch...
Is AI Psychosis Real? New Studies Are Beginning To Paint A Terrifying Picture
BGR - 17 May 2026 09:47
AI may be the hottest trend in technology, but there could be unforeseen psychological risks lurking just below the surface that we aren't ready for.
An Experiment Put LLMs in Charge of Radio Stations. Youll Never Guess How It Went
Gizmodo - 17 May 2026 09:00
Let DJ Claude cook.
Scientists reverse Alzheimers in mice with breakthrough nanotechnology
Science Daily - 17 May 2026 07:11
A new nanotechnology treatment reversed Alzheimers symptoms in mice by restoring the brains natural cleanup system. The specially engineered nanoparticles helped clear toxic amyloid proteins from the brain and repair the...
The 3 Hidden Costs Of Buying A Smart Watch
BGR - 17 May 2026 23:47
Smartwatches offer many practical benefits, but the costs extend beyond just the purchase price. Here are some hidden expenses to consider before you buy.
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt Booed During Graduation Speech About AI
Slashdot - 17 May 2026 23:46
Today former Google CEO Eric Schmidt "was booed multiple times," reports NBC News, "while discussing AI during a commencement speech at the University of Arizona." Schmidt had started by remembering how c...
5 Password Myths You Should Stop Believing Immediately
BGR - 17 May 2026 23:17
Passwords are still important for protecting computer accounts, but they're also still misunderstood. Here are the password myths you should stop believing.
Your OnePlus update is on hold, and honestly, you should be glad
Android Central - 17 May 2026 23:01
OnePlus has pulled its latest OxygenOS update after boot loop issues hit some phones.
'Marshals' Release Schedule: When Episode 12 Hits Paramount Plus
CNET - 17 May 2026 23:00
Luke Grimes leads the Yellowstone sequel.
I sped up my Apple TV in less than a minute with this trick
Pocket-lint - 17 May 2026 23:00
Give your Apple TV 4K a new lease on life.
5 Common Mistakes People Make When Pouring Concrete
Slash Gear - 17 May 2026 22:45
Concrete may seem simple, but this omnipresent material is very finicky to mix, lay, and cure. Here are the pitfalls to avoid for stronger, lasting results.
Small Town Fights Over Flock's AI-Enhanced Network of License Plate-Reading Cameras
Slashdot - 17 May 2026 22:39
160 miles north of New York City, a man was convicted of manslaughter "with the help of license plate reader technology," reports a local news station. In the small town of Troy (population: 51,000), the mayor de...
Quantum ghost imaging works using only sunlight in stunning new experiment
Science Daily - 17 May 2026 22:30
Scientists have achieved something that once sounded almost impossible: using ordinary sunlight to create quantum-linked photon pairs, a phenomenon normally dependent on precise laboratory lasers. By building a sun-track...
12 Of The Worst Cars For Retirees (Thanks To Upkeep Costs)
Slash Gear - 17 May 2026 22:30
Retirement might feel like the time to buy a car you can finally just enjoy, but if you're on a fixed income, high maintenance costs will really harsh the vibe.
What Happened To MHL? Why The HDMI Standard Disappeared
BGR - 17 May 2026 22:17
Remember having to plug your phone into the TV to mirror your screen? Discover what happened to the revolutionary HDMI standard that started it all.
Language learners who value human-built lessons should get Babbel during this special promo
Mashable - 17 May 2026 22:00
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4 Laptops With The Best Battery Life In 2026
BGR - 17 May 2026 21:47
Finding a laptop with genuinely great battery life in 2026 takes more than reading the spec sheet. These are the ones that passed real-world tests.
Why Do Some Cars Have Two Exhaust Pipes Instead Of One?
Slash Gear - 17 May 2026 21:45
While most modern cars have a single exhaust pipe coming out the back, it is not totally uncommon to have multiple. There is usually a good reason why.
Even This Cheap TV Brand's Best Models Can't Impress Consumer Reports
BGR - 17 May 2026 21:17
A budget TV brand that used to be a go-to pick has fallen out of favor with Consumer Reports. Not one of its models tested higher than below average.