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Password, Please: Border Searches of Laptops, Phones Up 32% This Year
https://gizmodo.com/password-please-border-searches-of-laptops-phones-up-32-this-year-2000830213
Published: October 24, 2026 01:17
Travelers entering the U.S. are having their devices checked more than ever, and that number's only going up.
Ridley Scott Is Producing a New âAlienâ Movie
https://gizmodo.com/ridley-scott-is-producing-a-new-alien-movie-2000830143
Published: October 23, 2026 23:15
No, it's not the sequel to 'Romulus.'
We Wish Ellen Burstyn Had Moved on From âThe Exorcistâ Before Signing on to Star in âBelieverâ
https://gizmodo.com/we-wish-ellen-burstyn-had-moved-on-from-the-exorcist-before-signing-on-to-star-in-believer-2000830132
Published: October 23, 2026 22:00
At least the actor used her fee for starring in the 2023 sequel in service of a worthy cause.
An Obscure Livestock Virus Has Been Found in a Human for the First Timeâand He Didnât Survive
https://gizmodo.com/an-obscure-livestock-virus-has-been-found-in-a-human-for-the-first-time-and-he-didnt-survive-2000829961
Published: October 23, 2026 20:45
French officials reported the first known human case of Shamonda virus this week.
Someone Reused This Roman Sarcophagus. We May Finally Know Whoâs Inside
https://gizmodo.com/someone-reused-this-roman-sarcophagus-we-may-finally-know-whos-inside-2000829969
Published: October 23, 2026 20:20
A new archaeological study has determined that a 4th century, Roman-era coffin buried at Westminster Abbey was curiously recycled by monks during the medieval era.
Bird Gawkers Rejoice: Birdbuddyâs New Video Bird Feeder Is Just $100
https://gizmodo.com/birdbuddy-home-video-bird-feeder-2000830072
Published: October 23, 2026 20:15
Birdbuddy has released three new birdfeeder cameras, all less expensive than the Birdbuddy Pro they replace.
Abliteration Launches Cheaper Version of Its âUnrestricted AIâ at the Worst Possible Time
https://gizmodo.com/abliteration-launches-cheaper-version-of-its-unrestricted-ai-at-the-worst-possible-time-2000830045
Published: October 23, 2026 20:15
Unless youâre a hacker, of course.
Ryu Murakami, Author of âAudition,â Dies At 74
https://gizmodo.com/ryu-murakami-author-of-audition-dies-at-74-2000829964
Published: October 23, 2026 19:00
The celebrated Japanese novelist behind 'Almost Transparent Blue,' 'Coin Locker Babies,' and 'In the Miso Soup' transformed society's anxieties and obsessions into unforgettable fiction.
Sam Altman: âI No Longer Think Weâre Gonna Be Able to Just Patch All the Bugsâ
https://gizmodo.com/sam-altman-i-no-longer-think-were-gonna-be-able-to-just-patch-all-the-bugs-2000829947
Published: October 23, 2026 18:40
We're all trying to find the guy who did this.
Pebble Just Made It Even Easier to Make Cool Watch Faces
https://gizmodo.com/pebble-watch-face-customization-2000829974
Published: October 23, 2026 18:15
The change allows for watchOS-style complications and new features for Core Devices' Index rings.
Danny McBride Doing Kalshi Ads Is a Huge Bummer
https://gizmodo.com/kalshi-ad-danny-mcbride-shane-gillis-2000829917
Published: October 23, 2026 17:55
It's unclear how much money the comedian is making from the ad.
This Fan-Made Horror Short Finds a Way to Get Michael Myers Into âHalloween IIIâ
https://gizmodo.com/this-fan-made-horror-short-finds-a-way-to-get-michael-myers-into-halloween-iii-2000829909
Published: October 23, 2026 17:00
'Project Shamrock: The Secret Origins of Michael Myers Exposed' comes from 'Hobo With a Shotgun' director Jason Eisener.
Palmer Luckey Is Getting Into the Cybernetically Outfitted Super Soldier Dog Market
https://gizmodo.com/palmer-luckey-is-getting-into-the-cybernetically-outfitted-super-soldier-dog-market-2000829914
Published: October 23, 2026 16:48
Mr. âI Would Definitely Build Nuclear Weaponsâ wants to turn manâs best friend into an AI-equipped supersoldier.
13 Fantasy Adaptations You Need to Know About
https://gizmodo.com/13-fantasy-adaptations-you-need-to-know-about-2000829131
Published: October 23, 2026 16:00
Fantasy books are all the rage, and Hollywood is eager to feed the demand.
This Is What Our Mysterious Denisovan Cousins Probably Looked Like
https://gizmodo.com/this-is-what-our-mysterious-denisovan-cousins-probably-looked-like-2000829840
Published: October 23, 2026 15:45
It took a while, but researchers believe they now have a molecular marker to reliably spot Denisovan fossils.
iPhone Duo Size Comparison vs. 2026âs Best Android Foldables
https://gizmodo.com/iphone-duo-vs-z-fold8-pixel-11-pro-fold-ipad-mini-2000829857
Published: October 23, 2026 15:30
We compared the iPhone Duo with the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Z Fold 8 Ultra, Pixel 11 Pro Fold, iPad mini, and even old devices like the original Pixel Fold and Microsoft Surface Duo.
Blinkâs New Budget Indoor Security Camera Can Ogle You in 4K
https://gizmodo.com/blink-mini-4k-camera-2000829833
Published: October 23, 2026 15:10
Amazon's budget home surveillance company now offers "its sharpest video yet."
Forever Chemical Levels in US Drinking Water May Be More Than Twice as High as Reported
https://gizmodo.com/forever-chemical-levels-in-us-drinking-water-may-be-more-than-twice-as-high-as-reported-2000829638
Published: October 23, 2026 15:02
Only counting PFAS levels above minimum reporting thresholds could be creating a significant knowledge gap.
Apple Will Do Anything But Actually Bring the iPod Back
https://gizmodo.com/ipod-25th-anniversary-apple-music-easter-egg-2000829837
Published: October 23, 2026 14:55
For the 25th anniversary of the original iPod, all we get is an Easter egg in Apple Music.
America May Be in for 2 Flu Seasons This Winterâand a Mutated Swine Flu Is Why
https://gizmodo.com/america-may-be-in-for-2-flu-seasons-this-winter-and-a-mutated-swine-flu-is-why-2000829740
Published: October 23, 2026 14:15
Medical researchers in Washington state are tracking an unusual spike in H1N1 flu cases, aided and abetted by a new mutation that protects the virus against some preexisting antibodies.
The Xbox Handheld Will Matter So Much More Than âProject Helixâ
https://gizmodo.com/xbox-handheld-project-helix-2000829844
Published: October 23, 2026 14:10
Even if the next-gen Xbox console costs more than $1,200, the handheld is the device you should be paying attention to.
These Melanoma Patients Got a Vaccine Made for Their Own Tumors. 2 Years Later, 82% Are Still Cancer-Free
https://gizmodo.com/these-melanoma-patients-got-a-vaccine-made-for-their-own-tumors-2-years-later-82-are-still-cancer-free-2000829831
Published: October 23, 2026 13:45
An apparent leak prompted Merck and Moderna to release the full trial results ahead of schedule, but investors puzzlingly greeted the good news by sending the companiesâ stock prices down.
Tom Skerritt, Star of âAlienâ and âContact,â Dies at 93
https://gizmodo.com/tom-skerritt-death-obituary-2000829711
Published: October 23, 2026 13:00
Skerritt also starred in 'Top Gun' and 'Steel Magnolias.'
The Best Tech Gifts Under $25
https://gizmodo.com/best-tech-gifts-under-25-dollars-holiday-gift-guide-2000827658
Published: October 23, 2026 12:30
No matter the occasion, a little gift can go a long way.
The âTerrifierâ Trilogy Returns to Theaters for Halloween
https://gizmodo.com/the-terrifier-trilogy-returns-to-theaters-for-halloween-2000829681
Published: October 23, 2026 12:00
Art the Clown's favorite holiday may be Christmas, but he's also right at home in spooky season.
Elon Musk Has Dumped Nearly Half a Billion Into Electing Republicans This Year
https://gizmodo.com/elon-musk-has-dumped-nearly-half-a-billion-into-electing-republicans-this-year-2000829777
Published: October 23, 2026 12:00
The world's richest man has spent $445 million on GOP candidates and causes ahead of the midterms.
Earthâs Shallow Coral Reefs May Have Just 50 Years Left
https://gizmodo.com/earths-shallow-coral-reefs-may-have-just-50-years-left-2000829465
Published: October 23, 2026 11:30
The fate of these vital ecosystems rests on humanity's ability to slow global warming.
The Search for the Next James Bond Is Down to Four Actors
https://gizmodo.com/the-search-for-the-next-james-bond-is-down-to-four-actors-2000829732
Published: October 23, 2026 11:00
Plus, Charlie xcx joins Martin Scorsese's gothic horror film 'What Happens at Night.'
Your iPhone Duo Is a Big InvestmentâHereâs How To Keep It Protected and Powered, Anywhere
https://gizmodo.com/your-iphone-duo-is-a-big-investment-heres-how-to-keep-it-protected-and-powered-anywhere-2000800265
Published: October 23, 2026 10:20
If you're buying Apple's first foldable, you need the best accessories for it.
Jack Dorseyâs Bitchat Becomes Franceâs Top Social App Amid Riots and Mobile Network Outage
https://gizmodo.com/jack-dorseys-bitchat-becomes-frances-top-social-app-amid-riots-and-mobile-network-outage-2000829670
Published: October 23, 2026 08:00
The French spike in Bitchat interest follows a recent ban in India.
Report: Dutch Spies Hacked Jared Kushnerâs iPhone, Watched Him Use Sleazy Middle Eastern Slush Fund
https://gizmodo.com/report-dutch-spies-hacked-jared-kushners-iphone-watched-him-use-sleazy-middle-eastern-slush-fund-2000829742
Published: October 23, 2026 03:42
The Dutch learned a Russian intelligence agency had broken into Kushner's iPhone in 2017, so they borrowed the trick and started watching for themselves.
Microsoft Announces Per-Hour Cost for Xbox Cloud Gaming Service
https://gizmodo.com/microsoft-announces-per-hour-cost-for-xbox-cloud-gaming-service-2000829538
Published: October 23, 2026 00:46
You're on the clock, kids.
Amex Says App and Website Disruptions âNot Caused by a Security Vulnerabilityâ
https://gizmodo.com/amex-says-app-and-website-disruptions-not-caused-by-a-security-vulnerability-2000829700
Published: October 23, 2026 00:39
American Express isn't saying precisely what caused the outages for some customers.
Sam Bankman-Fried Wants Out of Prison Right Now, Pretty Please
https://gizmodo.com/sam-bankman-fried-wants-out-of-prison-right-now-pretty-please-2000829661
Published: October 23, 2026 00:22
The convicted FTX founder, who is just three years into a 25-year prison sentence, told Money Talks he hopes for a pardon, but that's an "uphill battle."
These States Legalized Weed. More Heart Attacks Followed
https://gizmodo.com/these-states-legalized-weed-more-heart-attacks-followed-2000829425
Published: October 22, 2026 22:30
New research is the first to find a link between the legalization of recreational cannabis and a rise in certain heart problems.
âI Am the Nightâ Spotlights the Unsung Heroes Who Made âBatman: The Animated Seriesâ Iconic
https://gizmodo.com/i-am-the-night-spotlights-the-unsung-heroes-who-made-batman-the-animated-series-iconic-2000829383
Published: October 22, 2026 22:02
'I Am the Night: The Ultimate Unauthorized History of Batman: The Animated Series' chronicles the show through candid interviews and behindâtheâscenes stories from the creatives who changed animation forever.
Not Just Game Discs: Sonyâs Killing Its Blu-Ray Players, Too
https://gizmodo.com/sony-blu-ray-player-discontinued-2000829662
Published: October 22, 2026 21:30
The end to Sony's last 'budget' 4K Blu-ray player means physical media could become more bespoke andâworseâmore expensive.
Spotify Claims It Is âUnusually Well-Positionedâ for an Agentic AI Takeover
https://gizmodo.com/spotify-claims-it-is-unusually-well-positioned-for-an-agentic-ai-takeover-2000829441
Published: October 22, 2026 21:05
Spotify wants to be your favorite AI agent's favorite music platform.
The Power of Your Wallet Compels You to Buy This Terrifying âExorcistâ Figure
https://gizmodo.com/the-power-of-your-wallet-compels-you-to-buy-this-terrifying-exorcist-figure-2000829593
Published: October 22, 2026 21:00
Regan MacNeil comes to repulsive life in Sideshow's new release, which includes a nod to Captain Howdy too.
Record Viking Hoard Yields a Coin Not Found in Over 100 Years
https://gizmodo.com/record-viking-hoard-yields-a-coin-not-found-in-over-100-years-2000829598
Published: October 22, 2026 20:50
âIt is entirely possible that this very coin from Mørstad was once held in the kingâs own hand.â
Microsoft Says Its New AI Is More Than Twice as Good at Diagnosing Diseases as Doctors
https://gizmodo.com/microsoft-says-its-new-ai-is-more-than-twice-as-good-at-diagnosing-diseases-as-doctors-2000829562
Published: October 22, 2026 20:40
Microsoft plans to start testing the tool in a Boston hospital soon.
Elon Musk Just Invested $1 Billion in the Company Set to Air a Documentary About Him: Report
https://gizmodo.com/elon-musk-just-invested-1-billion-in-the-company-set-to-air-a-documentary-about-him-report-2000829580
Published: October 22, 2026 19:35
Alex Gibney says he's been promised that HBO will air his documentary about Musk. That promise is about to face its biggest test.
Lost to Science for 89 Years, a Venomous Primate Has Been Sneaking Into Peopleâs Homes and Gardens
https://gizmodo.com/lost-to-science-for-89-years-a-venomous-primate-has-been-sneaking-into-peoples-homes-and-gardens-2000829535
Published: October 22, 2026 18:30
Scientists working with Indonesiaâs Alobi Wildlife Rescue Center have confirmed that the critically endangered Bangka slow lorisâwhile excellent at hidingâis very much not extinct yet.
âMass Effectâ TV Series Reportedly Still in Development Despite BioWareâs Closure
https://gizmodo.com/mass-effect-tv-series-reportedly-still-in-development-despite-biowares-closure-2000829433
Published: October 22, 2026 18:30
We may never get another 'Mass Effect' game, but there's still hope for the TV series.
911 Outages Hit Multiple Cities in California
https://gizmodo.com/911-outages-hit-multiple-cities-in-california-2000829487
Published: October 22, 2026 18:14
It's unclear if any of the outages have to do with "Black October."
Trumpâs Latest Renaming Idea Was Too Much for Google, He Says
https://gizmodo.com/trumps-latest-renaming-idea-was-too-much-for-google-he-says-2000829464
Published: October 22, 2026 17:54
Finally, the one thing Google won't do for the Trump administration.
Quest Diagnostics Reports Unauthorized Access of Patient Records
https://gizmodo.com/quest-diagnostics-reports-unauthorized-access-of-patient-records-2000829419
Published: October 22, 2026 17:05
It's unclear if this is related to the "Black October" PHP vulnerabilities currently roiling the internet.
Mike Flanagan Gets That âCarrieâ Season 2 He Was Clearly Planning On
https://gizmodo.com/mike-flanagan-gets-that-carrie-season-2-he-was-clearly-planning-on-2000829418
Published: October 22, 2026 16:53
Prime Video has renewed the Stephen King series starring Summer H. Howell as the telekinetic teen.
The Flesh-Eating Screwworm Outbreak Just Took a Grim New Turn
https://gizmodo.com/the-flesh-eating-screwworm-outbreak-just-took-a-grim-new-turn-2000829340
Published: October 22, 2026 16:35
There has been a recent uptick in reported animal cases of the New World screwworm this month.
âBoorman and the Devilâ Explains How a Legendary Horror Flop Came to Be
https://gizmodo.com/boorman-and-the-devil-explains-how-a-legendary-horror-flop-came-to-be-2000827887
Published: October 22, 2026 16:30
âThe Exorcist II: The Hereticâ has achieved cult movie status in the years since its widely panned release.
Blindsided by AI Agents, Big Banks Scramble to Beef Up Security
https://gizmodo.com/blindsided-by-ai-agents-big-banks-scramble-to-beef-up-security-2000829358
Published: October 22, 2026 16:15
Believe it or not, some people appear to be granting agents access to their bank accounts.
Astronomers Matched van Goghâs Starry Night to a Real Skyâand a Weirdly Specific Date
https://gizmodo.com/astronomers-matched-van-goghs-starry-night-to-a-real-sky-and-a-weirdly-specific-date-2000829378
Published: October 22, 2026 16:10
Van Gogh had an "inseparable relationship" with the starsâand his timeless works of art capture his fascination with the night sky.
Inaugural ICON Festival of Comic & Narrative Art Programming Schedule Announced [Exclusive]
https://gizmodo.com/inaugural-icon-festival-of-comics-narrative-art-alex-ross-absolute-batman-john-wick-2000829328
Published: October 22, 2026 16:00
ICON Festival of Comic & Narrative Art is assembling a stacked lineup of comics legends, industry panels, and must-see events like The Art of Alex Ross Exhibit this November.
This Is Why You Donât Peel Off the iPhone Duoâs Matte Screen Layer
https://gizmodo.com/iphone-duo-do-not-remove-nano-texture-2000829356
Published: October 22, 2026 15:55
A viral video shows how the iPhone Duo's nano-texture layer makes the foldable screen much more pleasant to look at than Android foldables.
Earth Is Getting Rounderâand You Can Guess Why
https://gizmodo.com/earth-is-getting-rounder-and-you-can-guess-why-2000829318
Published: October 22, 2026 15:40
New research finds that melting ice caps are literally reshaping the planet.
Kids Probably Shouldnât Plan on Wearing Smart Glasses to School
https://gizmodo.com/smart-glasses-school-ban-victoria-2000829323
Published: October 22, 2026 15:20
Wholesale bans of smart glasses in schools are becoming increasingly popular.
Art TVs Already Look Great, but Where Are the Art Monitors?
https://gizmodo.com/art-tv-lg-canvas-samsung-the-frame-2000829339
Published: October 22, 2026 15:00
Some of us have less wall space and still want to enjoy art without breaking the bank.
Gizmodo Is Launching a Daily Newsletter About AI
https://gizmodo.com/gizmodo-is-launching-a-daily-newsletter-about-ai-2000829171
Published: October 22, 2026 14:52
Made by humans. Envied by bots. Typos are our.s
A Minnesota Farmer Found an 11-Foot Metal Object in His Cornfield. It Came From Space
https://gizmodo.com/a-minnesota-farmer-found-an-11-foot-metal-object-in-his-cornfield-it-came-from-space-2000829314
Published: October 22, 2026 14:05
Meanwhile, another chunk of suspected rocket debris turned up in Indonesia.
Jane Levy and Chris Pratt Tease Returns of Mia From âEvil Deadâ and MCUâs Star-Lord
https://gizmodo.com/jane-levy-and-chris-pratt-tease-returns-of-mia-from-evil-dead-and-mcus-star-lord-2000829182
Published: October 22, 2026 13:34
Plus, the cast of the new 'Blair Witch Project' may have finally been revealed.
AI Chatbots Are Building an âAlgorithmic Self-Portraitâ of You
https://gizmodo.com/ai-chatbots-are-building-an-algorithmic-self-portrait-of-you-2000775529
Published: October 22, 2026 12:00
Users really trust AI chatbots, some experts say too much.
âDuneâ Is the Blockbuster the 2020s Didnât Know It Could Have
https://gizmodo.com/dune-is-the-blockbuster-the-2020s-didnt-know-it-could-have-2000826342
Published: October 22, 2026 12:00
Whether you're a fan of the books or came for the stars and stayed for the worms, the decade belongs to 'Dune.'
âCrystal Lakeâ Actor Learned Heâd Been Cast as Adult Jason in an Unusual Way
https://gizmodo.com/crystal-lake-actor-learned-hed-been-cast-as-adult-jason-in-an-unusual-way-2000829175
Published: October 22, 2026 11:00
Jonathan Tison also revealed which 'Friday the 13th' movie proved to be his biggest inspiration.
What Should We Actually Do With Daylight Saving Time?
https://gizmodo.com/what-should-we-actually-do-with-daylight-saving-time-2000828904
Published: October 22, 2026 10:00
Practically no one likes switching the clocks twice a year, but there's an ongoing debate in the U.S. and parts of Canada over which clock we should keep.
Insiders Reportedly Say Tesla-SpaceX Merger Must Close Before Trump Leaves Office
https://gizmodo.com/insiders-reportedly-say-tesla-spacex-merger-must-close-before-trump-leaves-office-2000829228
Published: October 22, 2026 09:00
It's not clear exactly why.
Elon Musk Claims His Terafab Will Produce Its First Chip By Mid-2027
https://gizmodo.com/elon-musk-claims-his-terafab-will-produce-its-first-chip-by-mid-2027-2000829167
Published: October 22, 2026 02:03
That would require an abnormally fast timeline for any chip factory.
Zuckerberg Wants To Build A Giant Online Network Of AI Agents
https://gizmodo.com/zuckerberg-wants-to-build-a-giant-online-network-of-ai-agents-2000829145
Published: October 22, 2026 01:51
Maybe he can call it the "Museverse."
The Robot in Unitreeâs New Ad Looks Ready to Commitâand FightâCrimes
https://gizmodo.com/the-robot-in-unitrees-new-ad-looks-ready-to-commit-and-fight-crimes-2000829200
Published: October 22, 2026 01:17
âPlease use the robot safely and in a friendly manner,â Unitree says.
Anthropicâs New Agent Has No Cute Mascot, and You Probably Canât Try It Yet
https://gizmodo.com/anthropics-new-agent-has-no-cute-mascot-and-you-probably-cant-try-it-yet-2000829184
Published: October 21, 2026 23:54
Unlike Muse and Dots, the pitch for Claude Duet is grown-up.
Ken Russellâs âThe Devilsâ Is a Towering Monument of Pure Filmmaking
https://gizmodo.com/ken-russells-the-devils-oliver-reed-vanessa-redgrave-retro-review-warner-bros-clockwork-2000828928
Published: October 21, 2026 22:00
Warner Bros. Clockwork's uncensored, 4K restoration of the elusive, controversial 1971 cult horror film is the most awe-inspiring cinematic experience I've had all year.
Utah Wants Millions From âBack-Alley Gambling Denâ Kalshi for Allegedly Running Illegal Gambling Business
https://gizmodo.com/utah-wants-millions-from-back-alley-gambling-den-kalshi-for-allegedly-running-illegal-gambling-business-2000829015
Published: October 21, 2026 21:10
The state estimates the prediction market has collected up to $61.2 million in fees from illegally-placed wagers placed by users in Utah.
âCyberpunk: Edgerunners 2â Had One Rule: Donât Look Like Season One
https://gizmodo.com/cyberpunk-edgerunners-2-anime-netflix-studio-trigger-cd-projekt-red-interview-2000828837
Published: October 21, 2026 21:00
Showrunner Bartosz Sztybor says CD Projekt RED and studio TRIGGER wanted the Netflix sequel series to dial up the retro anime homage with a brutally unglamorous view of Night City.
OpenAI Wants to âPatch the Planetâ (With Its Own AI)
https://gizmodo.com/openai-wants-to-patch-the-planet-with-its-own-ai-2000829119
Published: October 21, 2026 20:55
Never let a good crisis go to waste.
No Wonder We Canât Read the Voynich ManuscriptâIts Pages Are Probably Out of Order
https://gizmodo.com/no-wonder-we-cant-read-the-voynich-manuscript-its-pages-are-probably-out-of-order-2000829044
Published: October 21, 2026 20:50
âThis means that any research that relies on the current sequence of pages needs to be revisited, since the manuscript is out of order.â
DCâs âPoison Ivyâ Series May Be Getting a Big âPenguinâ Boost
https://gizmodo.com/dcs-poison-ivy-series-may-be-getting-a-big-penguin-boost-2000829075
Published: October 21, 2026 20:45
A new report says 'Penguin' showrunner Lauren LeFranc could sign on to produce the in-development series.
Electronic Arts Shuts Down âMass Effectâ Maker BioWare, Axes 3% of Workforce
https://gizmodo.com/electronic-arts-shuts-down-mass-effect-maker-bioware-axes-3-of-workforce-2000829012
Published: October 21, 2026 20:28
Time to focus on selling more Madden micro-transactions, probably.
Daisy Ridley Has an Oceanic Sci-Fi Fantasy Series in the Works
https://gizmodo.com/daisy-ridley-has-an-oceanic-sci-fi-fantasy-series-in-the-works-2000828966
Published: October 21, 2026 20:00
The 'Star Wars' star has a new take on 1960s classic 'Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea' in development at Paramount+.
The US Has Retreated From Climate Action. A New Report Reveals the Global Consequences
https://gizmodo.com/the-us-has-retreated-from-climate-action-a-new-report-reveals-the-global-consequences-2000828866
Published: October 21, 2026 19:55
Rising U.S. emissions are pushing best-case climate scenarios out of reach.
The Oura Ring Heats Up With New Cardio Health Features
https://gizmodo.com/oura-ring-cardio-health-features-2000829070
Published: October 21, 2026 19:50
The company's new Cardio Effort and Automatic VO2 Max features are focused on improving your cardiovascular health in a sea of similar offerings.
Judge Orders Meta to Pay $25 Billion Over Decade-Old Facebook Scandal
https://gizmodo.com/judge-orders-meta-to-pay-25-billion-over-decade-old-facebook-scandal-2000828968
Published: October 21, 2026 19:43
New Mexico's Attorney General called it "an unambiguous message to Silicon Valley."
iBuyPower RDY Element Pulse X B02: Proud and Too Darn Loud
https://gizmodo.com/ibuypower-element-pulse-x-review-2000828967
Published: October 21, 2026 19:30
The RDY Element Pulse X B02 model is a beautiful PC to behold, though it loses track of the finer details.
Hims Has a Test for Low-T Beta Soyboys
https://gizmodo.com/hims-wants-to-tell-you-if-youre-a-low-t-beta-soyboy-2000828935
Published: October 21, 2026 19:20
Pete Hegseth could be looking for a spokesperson job, soon...
âClayfaceâ Takes the Revenge Body to a Whole New Level
https://gizmodo.com/clayface-review-movie-film-dc-studios-body-horror-tom-rhys-harries-2000828902
Published: October 21, 2026 19:00
Tom Rhys Harries shines as Matt Hagan in a DC Studios film that's surprisingly comfortable in its own skin.
Astronomers Pointed Webb at an Empty Spot in Space. Something âHighly Unusualâ Flashed Back
https://gizmodo.com/astronomers-pointed-webb-at-an-empty-spot-in-space-something-highly-unusual-shone-back-2000828848
Published: October 21, 2026 18:25
Its origin remains unknown.
Sonyâs New $100 PlayStation Pulse Headset (Hopefully) Wonât Be as Uncomfortable as the Last One
https://gizmodo.com/sonys-new-playstation-pulse-headset-hopefully-wont-be-as-uncomfortable-as-the-last-one-2000812493
Published: October 21, 2026 17:34
PlayStation is finally bringing ANC to the PS5. Just ignore the fact that Sony Inzone headsets already exist.
Last Yearâs Monster Solar Storm Gave a Transatlantic Flight a 43% Radiation Boost
https://gizmodo.com/last-years-monster-solar-storm-gave-a-transatlantic-flight-a-43-radiation-boost-2000828879
Published: October 21, 2026 17:10
Last November, the Sun went through a particularly freaky phase. It was a good time for scientists.
As Trumpâs Popularity Plunges, FCC Head Threatens Networks That Broadcast âFake Pollsâ
https://gizmodo.com/as-trumps-popularity-plunges-fcc-head-threatens-networks-that-broadcast-fake-polls-2000828871
Published: October 21, 2026 16:40
"Broadcasters are prohibited by the terms of their federal licenses from engaging in News Distortion or promoting Broadcast Hoaxes."
Sauronâs Terrifying Army Looms in the New âLord of the Rings: The Rings of Powerâ Season 3 Trailer
https://gizmodo.com/saurons-terrifying-army-looms-in-the-new-lord-of-the-rings-the-rings-of-power-season-3-trailer-2000828454
Published: October 21, 2026 16:31
Prime Video's J.R.R. Tolkien adaptation returns to the Second Age starting November 11.
Balding Men Havenât Had a New Pill Since the 1990s. Thatâs About to Change
https://gizmodo.com/balding-men-havent-had-a-new-pill-since-the-1990s-thats-about-to-change-2000828855
Published: October 21, 2026 16:25
Veradermics' VDPHL01 is now all but guaranteed to win FDA approval for treating pattern baldness.
âExpect Mass Attacks Within 15 Minutesâ: Hackers Poised to Exploit Newly Discovered Website Flaws
https://gizmodo.com/expect-mass-attacks-within-15-minutes-hackers-poised-to-exploit-newly-discovered-website-flaws-2000828878
Published: October 21, 2026 16:18
Two critical PHP security flaws could wreak havoc across millions of websites.
âVisionQuestâ Episodes 3 and 4 Introduce a New Threat
https://gizmodo.com/visionquest-season-1-episode-3-4-reboot-malware-recap-review-2000827865
Published: October 21, 2026 16:15
'Reboot' and 'Malware' turn up the pressure as a new villain emerges.
AI Is âon Track to Crowd Out Human Decision-Makingâ in Warfare, U.N. Official Warns
https://gizmodo.com/ai-is-on-track-to-crowd-out-human-decision-making-in-warfare-u-n-official-warns-2000828868
Published: October 21, 2026 16:05
Militaries, not just ordinary people, are offloading critical thinking skills onto bots.
SpaceX Is Finally Going for the Starship Double Catch
https://gizmodo.com/spacex-is-finally-going-for-the-starship-double-catch-2000828826
Published: October 21, 2026 15:20
Starship's next flight will aim to achieve a major technical milestone.
You Can Finally Buy Lofi Girlâs Iconic Headphones
https://gizmodo.com/lofi-girl-headphones-2000828825
Published: October 21, 2026 14:35
Tiime to study in peace.
Thereâs Only One Way the PS5 Jailbreak Wars Can End
https://gizmodo.com/ps5-jailbreak-patch-updates-2000828830
Published: October 21, 2026 14:05
And Sony wonât like what the answer is.
âFear No Evilâ Offers Divine Horror in the Weirdest Way Possible
https://gizmodo.com/fear-no-evil-offers-divine-horror-in-the-weirdest-way-possible-2000828436
Published: October 21, 2026 14:00
Frank LaLoggiaâs 1981 cult oddity is now part of the Shudder library.
âGhouliesâ Is Officially Moving Forward With New Trilogy
https://gizmodo.com/ghoulies-is-officially-moving-forward-with-new-trilogy-2000828779
Published: October 21, 2026 12:39
Plus, a trailer for 'Buried Secrets,' the latest offering from Full Moon Features.
iPhone Duo Review: Waiting to Refine Foldables Was the Right Move
https://gizmodo.com/iphone-duo-review-2000827502
Published: October 21, 2026 12:00
Apple has solved the most notable flaws on Android foldables.
âBelowâ Star Josh Hartnett on Those âWidowâs Bayâ Comparisons
https://gizmodo.com/below-star-josh-hartnett-on-those-widows-bay-comparisons-2000828494
Published: October 21, 2026 12:00
The Netflix hit has some similarities to the Apple TV Emmy sensationâbut some key differences too.
Earthâs Core Has Been Quietly Leaking Water for Billions of Years
https://gizmodo.com/earths-core-has-been-quietly-leaking-water-for-billions-of-years-2000828349
Published: October 21, 2026 11:30
A new study offers an explanation for unusual chemical signatures found in some volcanic rocks.
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