The Instax Wide 400 builds on instant photographys simplicity and stretches it, literally
In an AI and digital world, analog instant film and retro-style cameras continue to remain popular, fueled by a mix of both nostalgia and novelty.
Nvidia has already committed $40B to equity AI deals this year
Nvidia continues to be a big investor in the AI ecosystem.
Mortal Kombat II review: More than just camp
It's the best Mortal Kombat film yet.
Miners at North Dakota's Freedom Mine unearthed a remarkably complete mammoth fossil in December 2023. This significant discovery, including over 20 bones, offers invaluable insights into Ice Age life and taphonomy in the region. The fragile, water-logged specimen is undergoing a lengthy preservation process, promising to become a crucial educational resource.
Miners in Bernissart, Belgium, found a massive clay deposit in 1878. This deposit contained numerous Iguanodon skeletons. The discovery provided complete skeletons for the first time. Scientists learned about dinosaur posture and anatomy. This find reshaped museum displays and our understanding of prehistoric life. The Bernissart Iguanodons remain a key exhibit.
In 1861, a Bavarian quarry yielded a fossilised feather, soon followed by the Archaeopteryx skeleton, a creature with bird and dinosaur traits. This ancient wing became a pivotal piece of evidence for evolution, proving birds descended from dinosaurs. Modern science continues to analyse its pigments, revealing details about its appearance and flight capabilities.
Chainsaw carnage, lots of music-based titles and other new indie games worth checking out
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Forgotten fossils reveal the giant egg-laying mammals of ancient Australia
Museum drawers have revealed the fossilised remains of extinct giant echidnas, some as large as dogs. These discoveries shed light on the diversity of ancient monotremes, a unique group of egg-laying mammals including the platypus. The findings offer a clearer picture of prehistoric Australia's fauna and the evolutionary journey of these remarkable creatures.
Why one place on Earth gets lightning almost every night
Scientists have identified Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela as the planet's top lightning hotspot. New satellite data reveals this tropical region experiences more lightning activity than the Congo Basin. These hotspots form due to specific atmospheric conditions, with warm air, moisture, and wind patterns creating constant storms. Lake Maracaibo's unique geography allows for nighttime storms, a phenomenon sometimes called Catatumbo lightning.
A chance discovery in a lab over a century ago by Jan Czochralski changed the world. His accidental observation of a metallic thread revealed a crystal lattice structure. This breakthrough paved the way for producing pure silicon crystals. These crystals are the foundation of today's computer chips and electronic devices. The method remains vital for the global semiconductor industry.
Best Live-Captioning Smart Glasses (2026), WIRED tested
Cant hear what theyre saying? Now you can turn on the subtitles for real-life conversations.
This sunken Roman city was hidden for centuries until satellite scans helped reveal it
Ancient Roman cities are being rediscovered beneath the water. Researchers are using satellite technology and sonar to map submerged roads and buildings in areas like the Venice Lagoon. This innovative approach helps preserve historical sites and provides a clearer picture of how people lived centuries ago. The findings also shed light on past environmental shifts.
Workers for Xbox studio Double Fine are forming a union
The studio behind Psychonauts is organizing with the Communications Workers of America.
A chemist, William Henry Perkin, accidentally discovered mauveine in 1856. This synthetic dye, derived from coal tar, became the first industrially profitable artificial colorant. Mauveine transformed textile dyeing, making vibrant colors accessible and affordable. Perkin's breakthrough launched the synthetic dye industry, impacting various sectors and proving laboratory research could yield mass-produced goods.
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Hope for pancreatic cancer as new drug, daraxonrasib, shows promise
Data presented in April suggest daraxonrasib may be far more effective than previous treatments for pancreatic cancer
Zepto gets SEBI approval for $1B IPO; Bringing Indian folk art online
Founded in 2020 by Aadit Palicha and Kaivalya Vohra, Zepto has gone from a pandemic-era experiment in rapid grocery delivery to an IPO-bound company in just five years.
David Attenborough at 100: The broadcaster who changed how the world sees nature
Known for more than seven decades of groundbreaking nature documentaries, Attenborough has become one of the worlds most influential voices on wildlife conservation and climate change
James Webb Telescope captures clearest view yet of distant rocky exoplanet
The observations suggest the planet is a barren, airless world with extreme temperatures and a surface resembling Mercury.
Trump releases classified UFO files and Apollo mission records
The documents include reports of unexplained sightings dating back to 1947 and transcripts from Apollo missions describing unidentified objects seen near the moon
Top Megelin Deals for Laser and LED Therapy Devices (2026)
This Mother's Day, Megelin is slashing prices on its best-selling laser and LED devices.
Laid-off Oracle workers tried to negotiate better severance. Oracle said no.
Some found out they didn't qualify for WARN Act protections like two-months notice because the company had classified them as remote workers.
San Franciscos housing market has lost its mind
The invisible force behind all of this is no mystery to anyone paying attention to the city's tech economy. San Francisco is home to some of the most valuable private companies in the world, and their employees have been quietly accumulating and, increasingly, cashing out fortunes.
ABC refuses to capitulate to Trump admin, fights FCC probe into The View
FCC chair hasn't been able to bully ABC and owner Disney into submission.
Sony says efficient AI tools will lead to even more games flooding the market
But human artists still must remain at the center, PlayStation maker says.
Prime Video follows Netflix and Disney by adding a TikTok-like Clips feed in its app
The Clips feed aims to enable discovery by offering users a scrollable feed with short snippets of shows and movies.
The unprecedented and deadly cruise ship hantavirus outbreak, explained
This is not COVID, and other reasons why risk to the public is currently low.
Discord is down for some users
The company is investigating an issue with its API systems.
Intels comeback story is even wilder than it seems
Intel's stock has risen a stunning 490% over the past year, a bet by Wall Street that may be running well ahead of the company's actual turnaround.
Course correction: Google to link more sources in AI Overviews
Google's AI search will start citing its sources in several new ways.
Court rules Trump's 10% tariff is just as illegal as the tariff it replaced
Trump's vow to impose tariffs a different way already has the tech industry on edge.
Prime Video is adding a TikTok-like feed
Your wish for a vertical recommendation carousel has been granted.
Chaos erupts as cyberattack disrupts learning platform Canvas amid finals
Across the country, schools and colleges postpone year-end tests.
Cloudflare says AI made 1,100 jobs obsolete, even as revenue hit a record high
CloudFlare announced its first large-scale layoff. CEO Matthew Prince says because of AI efficiency gains, the company doesn't need as many support roles.
Porsche shutters e-bike, battery, software subsidiaries as part of company overhaul
More than 500 people will be affected by the closures.
The Pentagon Releases New Trove of Declassified UFO Files
The Defense Department has released a new trove of declassified documents about government UFO sitings.
Teslas Latest Recall? Wheels May Fall Off Cybertrucks
In what is the 11th Cybertruck recall, certain models of Elon Musks embattled pickup could experience a sudden, unexpected wheel separation, thanks to the wrong grease and loose nuts.
Mother Ventures is looking at moms as the economic engine
The VC firm, which focuses on mothers as consumers, raised a $10 million debut fund.
InMusic will acquire Native Instruments, putting it under the same umbrella as Akai
The company also owns Moog and M-Audio, so this creates an industry juggernaut.
Shoot up Xenomorphs in Aliens: Fireteam Elite 2, arriving this summer
The sequel expands the player count to four and adds new classes.
Resident Evil Requiem gets a new Leon Must Die Forever mode, out today
Capcom knows you want more.
Uber partner Avride is under investigation for self-driving crashes
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has opened an investigation into Avride after identifying more than a dozen crashes and one minor injury.
Elon Musk faces criminal probe in France after ignoring summons in X case
France threatens criminal charges if Musk doesn't appear for questioning.
Poland says hackers breached water treatment plants, and the US is facing the same threat
A report by Polands top intelligence agency accused Russia of sabotage and hacking activities against the countrys military and civilian infrastructure.
Chrome's 4GB AI model isn't new, but you're not wrong for being confused
You can stop Chrome from taking up 4GB of storage for local AI, but that shouldn't be your problem.
Former cybersecurity executive Peter Williams stole several surveillance and hacking tools and sold them for $1.3 million to a Russian broker that works with Putins government.
Legendary Nintendo designer Takashi Tezuka is seemingly retiring from the company
Tezuka helped create the very first Mario and Zelda games.
The studio that (technically) made Disco Elysium just dropped a trailer for its new game
Zero Parades: For Dead Spies comes out on May 21.
Pentagon releases UFO files on new website
The initial set of files housed on the site will include those containing unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) videos, photos, and original source documents from across the entire U.S. government. The materials have been reviewed for security purposes, but many have ot yet been analyzed for resolution of any anomalies, the Department's statement read.
Engineers at NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab make a breakthrough in rotor technology
Testing shows rotor blades won't disintegrate when they spin at supersonic speed.
How to watch The Android Show: Google I/O Edition on May 12
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DNA identifies four more crew members of doomed Franklin expedition
Three served on the HMS Erebus ; the fourth was Petty Officer Harry Peglar of the HMS Terror .
Sony and Bandai get into bed with generative AI
The company also outlined AI's role in the future of PlayStation.
Which Macs are suffering from shortagesand where are things getting worse?
There are a couple signs of strain beyond the MacBook Neo and the desktops.
Theres a Long-Shot Proposal to Protect California Workers From AI
California gubernatorial candidate Tom Steyer is proposing a new jobs guarantee for workers displaced by artificial intelligence.
Nick Bostrom Has a Plan for Humanitys Big Retirement
The philosopher thinks humans should pursue advanced AI and the promise of a solved world.
[Weekly funding roundup May 2-8] VC inflow declines due to lower deal volume
Venture capital funding declined in the first week of May due to lower number of deals and lack of high value transactions.
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Boox announces Tappy, a wireless page-turning remote
Tappy can work with other Bluetooth devices, too.
Engadget Podcast: Gamestop's wild eBay gamble
And we review the reMarkable Paper Pure.
Zepto receives approval for its $1B IPO
SEBI issued its observations on Zepto's draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) between May 4 and 8, as part of a batch of approvals covering six companies. In regulatory parlance, receiving SEBI's observations is equivalent to securing the green light to float a public offering.
Lime, the Uber-backed micromobility company, files for IPO
After years of hints and preparation, Lime plans to enter the public markets.
Blackmagic Camera hands-on: Apple Watch compatibility gives vloggers remote control
Capture high-quality Apple ProRes video with full stabilization.
The biggest U.S. power grid is under strain from AI and no one is happy
PJM Interconnection which oversees the grid for some of the densest data center developments on Earth wants to overhaul itself. Not everyone thinks it's up to the task.
Startup news and updates: Daily roundup (May 8, 2026)
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ChatGPT can reach out to a friend if you're at risk of self-harm
You will now be able to nominate a Trusted Contact OpenAI can warn.
DJI teases the dual-camera Osmo Pocket 4P gimbal
The Osmo Pocket 3P will feature a main wide camera and 3x zoom lens.
DesignX: OS and AI layer for factory decisions
DesignX builds Df-OS and Vish.ai to turn factory data into decisions. Used by Unilever, Hero, ITC, and others across 30+ enterprises.
Sony wants TSMC's help to make image sensors
It's teaming up with the chip giant on a new facility.
Everyones a loser in Strait of Hormuz game that simulates global crisis
The game asks players to find the least worst options for a shipping chokepoint.
Kissht makes strong debut on stock markets, shares up 22%
Kissht raised Rs 926 crore in its initial public offering (IPO), which was a combination of fresh issue of shares and offer of sale (OFS).
Billie Eilish Doesn't Know if There Will Ever Be Another Billie Eilish
In an interview with WIRED ahead of her new concert film Hit Me Hard and Soft: The Tour (Live in 3D), Billie Eilish talked about whether or not future artists will be able to leverage SoundCloud the way she did.
The New Wild West of AI Kids Toys
These cuddly, connected companions could disrupt everything from make-believe to bedtime stories. No wonder some lawmakers want them banned.
Karnataka pushes for commercial space leadership
State IT Minister Priyank Kharge proposed the establishment of a common assembly, integration and testing (AIT) facility for the spacetech industry in Karnataka
The Best Cat Water Fountains of 2026: Petlibro, Petkit, Oneisall
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Amazon reports cloud outage at North Virginia data centre; CME, Coinbase face trading issues
AWS said its issue stemmed from increased temperatures within a single data centre and it was observing early signs of recovery
IIT Madras sets up first US centre in Silicon Valley
The centre is aimed at serving as a launchpad for Indian startups through deeptech research and commercialisation.
Adobe expands India footprint with new office in Noida
Adobes new Noida office aims to advance AI-driven future marking an important milestone in their continued focus on driving innovation from India
Neuralinks next robot could reach any part of the brain
Elon Musk says Neuralink is building a surgical robot capable of reaching any brain region to support broader brain-computer interface treatments.
Venom and Hot Peppers Offer a Key to Killing Resistant Bacteria
Researchers have developed three new antibiotics from scorpion venom and habanero peppers to combat tuberculosis and other drug-resistant pathogens.
Nintendo is raising Switch 2 prices as chip crisis bites
It sold 19.86 million Switch 2s last year but forecasts a drop in sales next year.
