Why AI Executives Are Secretly Planning for DOOMSDAY
Researchers at Anthropic, OpenAI, Meta and Google are increasingly trying to raise awareness about the risks of artificial intelligence.
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What Claude Users Are Doing That TERRIFIES Security Experts
Plus: The US disrupts the internet’s biggest black market, a Conti ransomware hacker gets prison time, Meta fails to stop AI-generated videos of child abuse.
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The Apple Charging Station That Beat 30 COMPETITORS
I tried all the top models to find the best 3-in-1 Apple charging stations, pads, and more. Keep your iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods topped up with these WIRED-tested docking systems.
The Gaming Chair That's Actually COMFORTABLE
Turns out that the best office chair is also the best gaming chair, now with aesthetics to match.
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Business
What the Miami Crash Revealed About Who's REALLY Flying for Amazon
The cargo plane crash in Miami is raising concerns about the safety culture at 21 Air, one of the carriers that fly for Amazon. Former pilots were sounding alarms even before Sunday's accident.
Why a 138-Year-Old Brand Is Betting EVERYTHING on Dating Shows
For the next ten days, while everyone else is settling back into school and ushering in autumn with pumpkin spice lattes, Jewish Americans will be celebrating the “Days of Awe,” starting with Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, and ending with Yom Kippur, the holiest day of the Jewish calendar. The Days of Awe start at sundown on Friday, September 11, followed by 10 days of somber reflection on the past year. Yom Kippur is a day of atonement and deep reflection for which Jews traditionally fast—
Politics
The Trade War That Could FLIP the Midterms
Republican candidates in some of the nation’s most competitive races are treading carefully as local industries brace for President Trump’s tariffs.
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The Word Republicans Are Using to DESTROY Democrats
Communism, in the president’s hyperbolic telling, is a graver threat to the country than the Pearl Harbor or 9/11 attacks were. Whether this midterm strategy works is an open question.
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How Trump Is Making People AFRAID to Speak
President Trump has harnessed agencies across the government to curtail press freedoms, a sweeping campaign that free speech advocates say will have lasting effects.
Where Musk Is Pouring MILLIONS to Change Congress
Musk has spent more than $1 million on three competitive Senate races in Michigan, Ohio and Texas.
The 'GOBSMACKING' Donation That Just Changed British Politics
As Reform slip back in the polls, Labour and the Conservatives rediscover a familiar political divide, writes Laura Kuenssberg
The Right You Thought You Had That a Judge Just ERASED
And if your tap water is undrinkable, you have no “constitutional right to truthful information” about it.
International
Why Trump's Irish Visit Has a Village DIVIDED
As the U.S. president heads to his Doonbeg hotel for the Irish Open, locals expressed both appreciation for the resort’s economic benefits and opposition to his politics.
Why Yemenis Are Fleeing With Only the CLOTHES They Wear
Hunger and disease have tormented Yemen for years. Now, fighting between the Saudi-backed government and Iran-backed Houthis is pushing it to the brink.
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The Visa Problem That Could DESTROY U.S.-Brazil Crime Fighting
Officials say the Trump administration is blocking some of Brazil’s efforts to expand cooperation on fighting transnational crime.
What China Is Quietly BUILDING While Russia Fights Ukraine
While Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine continues, China has expanded its presence in Central Asia’s defense market.
The Secret Mission to Save One Palestinian Writer's LEGACY
Leading Palestinian writer Raja Shehadeh has documented Israel's occupation of the West Bank since day one. Fearing the occupation might consume his archive, he secretly moved it to Scotland
Health
FDA Just Approved Something That Could Change Your FALL
The FDA has approved four updated COVID-19 vaccines that target the XFG variant. Luis Alvarez · DigitalVision/Getty The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved four updated COVID-19 vaccines for the 2026–2027 season, all targeting the JN.1-lineage XFG variant. All four vaccines are approved for adults ages 65 and older, as well as younger people with underlying conditions that put them at higher risk of severe COVID-19, with eligibility varying by vaccine. The updated vaccines are de
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FDA Approves Drug That Could Change EVERYTHING for Pancreatic Cancer
The FDA approved Rasonque (daraxonrasib), a groundbreaking new drug to treat metastatic pancreatic cancer. Photo courtesy of Revolution Medicines The FDA approved Rasonque, a new drug to treat the most common type of pancreatic cancer. A clinical trial found that those who received Rasonque had more than double the average survival rate: around 13 months compared to just over 6 months with chemotherapy alone. Pancreatic cancer was the sixth most common cause of cancer-related death globally
She Thought It Was Just BLOATING at 37
After a stage 1 colon cancer diagnosis at 37, Marisa Stachelski (pictured above) learned she had a BRCA2 mutation that increased her risk of several other cancers. Photo: Marisa Stachelski Marisa Stachelski was diagnosed with stage 1 colon cancer at age 37 after experiencing persistent bloating, pain, and blood in her stool. Genetic testing later revealed a BRCA2 mutation, which can significantly increase the risk of several cancers, including breast and ovarian cancer. Stachelski chose risk
Why Prostate Cancer Cases Are EXPLODING by 3% Every Year
The ACS notes that prostate cancer cases are on the rise, but early detection and screening may help reverse the trend. Maskot/Getty The American Cancer Society (ACS) estimates there will be 333,830 new cases of prostate cancer in 2026. Prostate cancer cases increased by around 3% per year between 2014 and 2022, with the steepest increase occurring in advanced-stage diagnoses. The ACS says the increase in diagnoses is largely due to more men being screened, although many are still not being
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The Amount of Alcohol That's Actually SAFE Might Shock You
Research shows that alcohol consumption can raise your risk of cancer and other health conditions, as well as alcohol-related cancer death. Krit of Studio OMG · Moment/Getty Recent research found that alcohol-attributable cancer deaths in the United States doubled between 1990 and 2023. Another study found that even low levels of alcohol consumption were associated with an increased risk of several cancers. Other research linked heavy drinking to a 25% higher risk of colorectal cancer. Alcoh
Why Your Coffee Habit Could Be DESTROYING Your Esophagus
Drinking coffee or tea at very high temperatures could triple your risk of esophageal cancer, researchers say. alvarez/E+/Getty Images Researchers have found a possible link between drinking very hot drinks and esophageal cancer. Drinking coffee or tea at too high a temperature was associated with a threefold risk. Experts advise allowing your hot beverage to cool before drinking. Avoiding other esophageal cancer risk factors like smoking and drinking heavily may matter more. Do you need a c
The Weight Loss Drug That's Now Curing SOMETHING ELSE
A new review found that GLP-1s offer significant improvements in obstructive sleep apnea associated with obesity. vitapix/E+/Getty Images New research has found that GLP-1 drugs may improve obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) related to obesity. The effects of tirzepatide (Zepound), which is FDA approved for OSA, were especially notable. GLP-1s appear to improve OSA associated with obesity by promoting fat loss in the neck, throat, and tongue. CPAP therapy should be continued until a physician has
The Unexpected Way a Shingles Vaccine Could Save Your HEART
Recent research shows that the shingles vaccine may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. A boy and the sea · E+/Getty A recent study found that the recombinant shingles vaccine (Shingrix) was associated with a 9% lower cardiovascular disease burden compared with the older live vaccine. Researchers observed lower burdens of coronary heart disease, heart failure, ischemic stroke in men, and atrial fibrillation (AFib) among those who received Shingrix. The CDC recommends the shingles
What Sleeping With Your Lights On Is Doing to Your HEART
A new study suggests that light exposure during sleep could raise the risk of cardiovascular disease. Yana Iskayeva/Moment/Getty Images New research shows that even dim light during sleep may thicken heart muscle walls and reduce heart flexibility, potentially raising cardiovascular risk. The findings build on prior evidence linking nighttime light exposure to cardiovascular disease risk. Optimizing your sleep environment can help protect your heart health. Sleeping in dark conditions may b
The Exercise Program That Cuts AFib Risk by NEARLY HALF
A one-year clinical trial with a tailored exercise program reduced AFib recurrence by 45%. RealPeopleGroup/E+/Getty Images Exercise interventions are underutilized in the treatment of atrial fibrillation (AFib), an abnormal heart rhythm disorder. A one-year clinical trial with a tailored exercise program reduced time spent in atrial fibrillation by 45% compared with usual care (3.9% vs. 7.1%). Participants in the exercise group had improved cardiorespiratory fitness and resting heart rate,
Why Young Women Are SKIPPING a Life-Saving Test
According to recent research, nearly 32% of females in their 20s have never had a cervical screening. MoMo Productions · DigitalVision/Getty Recent research found that nearly 1 in 3 women ages 21 to 29 had never been screened for cervical cancer as of 2023, up from about 1 in 8 in 2005. Researchers also found disparities in never-screening based on factors including race and ethnicity, education, and insurance coverage. Regional- and distant-stage cervical cancer incidence each increased by
What You MUST Know Before Booking That K-Beauty Trip
Dr. Heewon Suh, a physician and renowned Korean aesthetic medicine expert, assesses a patient’s skin at her clinic in Seoul, Korea. Photo credit: Cheongdam Circle Clinic “Glass skin” has become one of the most searched skin goals in the world. Experts say it is a real, medically definable skin state — balanced hydration, healthy dermal structure, and even tone. Christine Maguire, Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer at RVO Health, the parent company of Healthline Media, sat do
The Simple Activity That Could Transform Your LIFE
Are there everyday activities that you can turn into a walk?
Sports
Why the Pistons Should Let Jalen Duren WALK
Would Duren risk a potential nine-figure payday over roughly $10 million? That’s what the Pistons have to weigh in the coming weeks.
What Bryce Harper Just Said About His SUSPENSION
The Philadelphia Phillies’ superstar slugger offered a candid response after MLB commissioner Rob Manfred floated a two-week suspension.
The Mets Just Made a BOLD Move on Bo Bichette
New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns sent a clear message on the team’s infield for next season.
When Tonight's EXPLOSIVE UFC Card Actually Starts
Today's Noche UFC fight card is headlined by a featherweight matchup between Jean Silva and Jose Delgado. We look at everything you need to know about the fight card.
Entertainment
The Cigar-Chomping Photographer Who Changed EVERYTHING Just Died
He photographed Marilyn Monroe and took the cover photo for Miles Davis’s “Kind of Blue.” For 50 years, he lived in a vast graffiti-covered bank building.
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The Woman Who Changed EVERYTHING for Women Just Died
Journalist, social, and political activist Gloria Steinem speaks on stage at Ms. Foundation For Women 2016 Gloria Awards Gala at The Pierre Hotel on April 27, 2016 in New York City. Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images for Ms. Foundation For Women Feminist trailblazer, journalist, and reproductive rights advocate Gloria Steinem has died at age 92. Steinem spent more than five decades advocating for women’s equality and reproductive rights. Her legacy includes helping found influential organizations
The Grand Canyon Trail Officials Wanted CLOSED Before Disaster Struck
Months before August’s deadly flash flood, current and former officials say they warned that the fire-ravaged North Kaibab Trail posed safety risks. It reopened anyway.
The Murder That Made Neighbors Turn on EACH OTHER
The assassination of far right activist Charlie Kirk opened the floodgates of neighbor-on-neighbor doxing. A year later, the damage to political discourse in the U.S. remains.
What Teens Who Weren't Born Yet Are Learning About 9/11
In the months after the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in New York, history teacher John Buglione asked his students to write letters to the future. Now he uses those documents to teach his current students about the event.
Why Two Thinkers Say the World's END Is Now Possible
In a new book, the writers argue that a powerful coalition of “end times fascists” is just fine with the earth’s demise.
