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You can buy Meta smart glasses for up to 20% off right now - Ray-Bans included

The second-gen smart glasses are 15% off, while the Oakley Meta HSTN glasses are 20% off - perfect gifts for dad.

ZDNet 15 May 2026 1:13 am

Trump Unwittingly Breaks Chinese Taboo Against Napping Facedown In Soup Bowl

The post Trump Unwittingly Breaks Chinese Taboo Against Napping Facedown In Soup Bowl appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 15 May 2026 12:16 am

Oklahoma's Richard Glossip, who was nearly executed 3 times, granted bond while awaiting retrial

An Oklahoma man who has narrowly avoided execution three separate times could walk free from a county jail after a judge agreed to grant him bond while awaiting retrial

ABC News 15 May 2026 12:01 am

What To Know About Off Campus

Off Campus, a TV adaptation of the bestselling hockey romance book series, is now streaming. The Onion shares everything you need to know about the show. Q: What is it about? A: An opposites attract relationship between two college students who are different kinds of hot. Q: Where is it set? A: Confusingly, on campus. [] The post What To Know About Off Campus appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 14 May 2026 11:15 pm

Anthropic's Mythos is evolving faster than expected, reports AI safety agency

Only a month after its initial release, Anthropic's storied Mythos model is breaking new testing boundaries.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 11:02 pm

I'm no Copilot fan, but these 6 new AI skills turned Edge into my favorite mobile browser

With Edge's mobile app, you can now request summaries of multiple tabs, turn pages into podcasts, and tap into your browsing history and past chats.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 10:19 pm

Kindle Scribe vs. ReMarkable Paper Pure: Why I'm not writing off Amazon's E Ink tablet just yet

I compared two of the best black-and-white e-readers on the market; they look similar but have very different feature sets.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 9:30 pm

I found the best early Memorial Day Apple deals: Save hundreds on iPad, Apple Watch, and more

Summer is almost here, and you can already find deals on all things Apple with these early Memorial Day weekend sales.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 8:56 pm

SCOTUS Redistricting Decision Just Ended Affirmative Action for House Democrats

Democrats' racial sleight-of-hand had resulted in 144 majority-minority districts, just 23 of which elected Republicans in 2024. ... The post SCOTUS Redistricting Decision Just Ended Affirmative Action for House Democrats appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 14 May 2026 8:36 pm

6 ways I use Fedora 44 beyond the basics - and why it's ready for anything

Fedora 44 is fast, stable, and surprisingly flexible. It can do much more than you might expect.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 7:15 pm

I compared Samsung, Motorola, and Google's premium foldable phones - and I'd buy this one

The Motorola Razr Fold faces tough competition from the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold, but still manages to stand out.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 6:30 pm

I replaced my slab phone with Motorola's $1,900 Razr Fold - and it's got me hooked

The new Razr Fold is one of my favorite phones I've used in 2026, thanks to its stunning displays, stellar cameras, and top-tier hardware.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 6:30 pm

Countries Plan Fossil Fuel Phaseout at Colombia Conference

The conference was intended to hasten the phaseout of fossil fuels by countries already committed to implementing a radical climate agenda. ... The post Countries Plan Fossil Fuel Phaseout at Colombia Conference appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 14 May 2026 6:30 pm

Tara Knox and Sean Blackwell

Tara Knox and Sean Blackwell: The civil union brings Blackwells lifetime dating record to 3-14-1. The post Tara Knox and Sean Blackwell appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 14 May 2026 6:30 pm

The Onions Exclusive Interview With JD Vance

Thanks to his swift rise from first-term Ohio senator to next-in-line for the presidency, JD Vance is thought by many to represent the vanguard of the Republican Party. The Onion sat down with the vice president to discuss his views on faith, the Trump administrations goals, and his future ambitions. The Onion: Mr. Vice President, [] The post The Onions Exclusive Interview With JD Vance appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 14 May 2026 6:30 pm

Man Horrified To Find Self Seeking Community Online

FORT WAYNE, INUpon realizing his most meaningful social interactions now took place among people he had never actually encountered in the flesh, local man Andrew Riley confided to reporters Wednesday that he was horrified to find himself seeking community online. Riley, a 33-year-old account manager who last summer joined an internet forum for wristwatch enthusiasts, [] The post Man Horrified To Find Self Seeking Community Online appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 14 May 2026 6:30 pm

The third major Linux kernel flaw in two weeks has been found - thanks to AI

AI is exposing Linux security holes faster than developers can patch them. Fragnesia is the latest. Here's what we know about it.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 5:57 pm

Neo-Nazi gets 15 years for plotting violent attacks, including Santa poison plot

The leader of an Eastern European neo-Nazi group has been sentenced in New York to 15 years in prison for trying to recruit others to commit violent acts against Jews and racial minorities

ABC News 14 May 2026 5:30 pm

Immigration authorities detain former Kansas mayor who voted illegally

The former mayor of Coldwater, Kansas, is in the custody of federal immigration authorities, a possible step toward deportation

ABC News 14 May 2026 5:30 pm

Survivors of plane crash off Florida were on a life raft for hours with no idea if help was coming

Eleven people who survived a plane crash about 50 miles off the Florida coast were on a life raft for hours and had no idea anyone was coming to save them when rescue crews from the U.S. military arrived

ABC News 14 May 2026 5:29 pm

Allegiant Air and Sun Country complete merger, creating larger budget airline for travelers

Allegiant Air says it has completed its purchase of Sun Country Airlines, bringing together two low-cost carriers and creating a larger budget airline for travelers

ABC News 14 May 2026 5:29 pm

The best microSD cards of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

We put the best microSD cards from brands like SanDisk, Lexar, and ProGrade to the test to find the best microSD cards on the market today.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 4:30 pm

The best VPN routers of 2026: Expert tested and reviewed

My favorite VPN routers provide blanket coverage and security for your home, saving you the work of installing VPNs on individual devices. Check out my top picks.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 2:30 pm

10 Google Maps settings I immediately change on every new phone - and why

Google Maps is great right after install, but I like to tighten my privacy and enable a few features to make it better.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 2:30 pm

Trump's talk of 51st US state met with near-silence in Venezuela

U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed interest in making Venezuela the 51st U.S. state

ABC News 14 May 2026 2:15 pm

British military says a ship anchored off the UAE has been seized and is heading toward Iran

British military says a ship anchored off the UAE has been seized and is heading toward Iran

ABC News 14 May 2026 2:15 pm

Man set to be executed for killing his ex-girlfriend and her 7-month-old daughter

An Oklahoma man convicted of killing his ex-girlfriend and her 7-month-old daughter after setting their home on fire nearly 20 years ago is facing execution

ABC News 14 May 2026 9:56 am

Tourist arrested after video shows rock hurling at endangered Hawaiian monk seal

Federal agents have arrested a tourist for allegedly harassing an endangered Hawaiian monk seal on Maui

ABC News 14 May 2026 9:55 am

I'm following the 60-60 rule for headphone listening, and my future self will thank me for it

Wearing headphones every day has a greater effect on your ears than you might think. But your devices likely have features to help.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 7:00 am

US Commerce Secy Howard Lutnick backs away from his Epstein 'blackmail' claim in interview with House committee

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick faced questioning from House lawmakers regarding his past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. Lutnick revised earlier statements about Epstein engaging in blackmail, calling it mere speculation. He downplayed several meetings with Epstein, including a 2005 visit that initially disturbed him and his wife. Democrats criticized Lutnick's testimony as evasive, with some calling for his resignation.

The Economic Times 14 May 2026 6:45 am

I'm backing up my Samsung Messages now - here are 2 free ways to do it

Your texts don't have to disappear when the app gets shut down in a few months. Here's how to back them up.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 5:30 am

Jury convicts man accused of running secret Chinese spy outpost in New York City

A man accused of running a secret Chinese spy outpost in New York City has been convicted of acting as an illegal foreign agent and destroying text messages from a Chinese government handler

ABC News 14 May 2026 4:48 am

Ex-judge accused of swindling real estate investors out of millions of dollars

A former New York City judge who resigned last year while under investigation for professional misconduct has been charged with abusing his position to swindle real estate investors out of at least $5 million and then using some of the loot to pay his ...

ABC News 14 May 2026 4:47 am

Military Servicemembers Speak Out About COVID Shot Mandates in Powerful New Documentary

The unlawful mandate of the COVID-19 shot forced tens of thousands of military members out of the service for simply obeying their conscience and adhering to their deeply held religious beliefs. In exchange for their courage, many were dishonorably discharged and lost benefits, retirement, and even their career. After six years, these brave servicemembers are ... The post Military Servicemembers Speak Out About COVID Shot Mandates in Powerful New Documentary appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 14 May 2026 4:31 am

Doctor who helped ship take care of passengers with hantavirus is isolated in Nebraska medical unit

An oncologist traveling on a cruise ship amid a hantavirus outbreak says he's the lone American isolated at a special biocontainment unit in Nebraska

ABC News 14 May 2026 3:46 am

NTSB urges airlines to train their pilots to deal with smoke in the cockpit

Safety experts recommended Wednesday that airlines develop realistic training to prepare their pilots to deal with smoke filling the cockpit like what happened on a Southwest Airlines plane after a bird strike in 2023

ABC News 14 May 2026 3:45 am

Sports Illustrated Removes Distracting Models From Swimsuit Edition

NEW YORKIn an effort to focus on the incredible array of bathing suits featured in its pages, Sports Illustrated announced Wednesday that it would be removing all the distracting models from the magazines swimsuit edition. It has come to our attention that the buxom women we usually feature in our swimsuit issues have been inadvertently [] The post Sports Illustrated Removes Distracting Models From Swimsuit Edition appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 14 May 2026 3:00 am

A 'Knight Rider' replica car got a speeding ticket. It hasn't gone anywhere in years

A museum in Illinois is wondering how it got a speeding ticket for its replica of the car in the TV show Knight Rider that hasn't moved from its display in years

ABC News 14 May 2026 2:04 am

Expected closure of Everglades detention center is no accident given timing, environmentalists say

Environmental groups say the expected closure of a detention center in the Florida Everglades is linked to their lawsuit

ABC News 14 May 2026 2:03 am

One of the largest modern US infrastructure projects will soon burrow toward New York City

The giant machines that will bore a train tunnel beneath the Hudson River connecting Manhattan to New Jersey are being assembled

ABC News 14 May 2026 2:02 am

US deportations to El Salvador double as Bukele aligns himself with Trump agenda

Official figures show that the number of people deported to El Salvador from the United States nearly have doubled in the first months of 2026

ABC News 14 May 2026 2:02 am

Adobe Express vs Canva: Which design tool is better?

I tested Adobe Express and Canva to compare value and workflow fit so you can choose the right design tool for your needs.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 1:39 am

My new favorite Android file manager is way better than Google's default - and it's free

Material Files is free to use and has no in-app purchases. Here's what makes it so perfect.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 1:30 am

Best Buy is selling last year's LG OLED TV for 50% off - and I can vouch for it

The LG B5 is a more affordable OLED option that offers the same signature picture quality as its flagship sibling at a fraction of the price.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 1:07 am

Googlebook looks promising, but one big laptop brand is conspicuously absent

Google announced that five major laptop brands will release new Googlebooks, but the one I most expected to see was notably absent.

ZDNet 14 May 2026 12:10 am

Best Buy just slashed the price on this 8TB SanDisk SSD - and I'd recommend it

The price of SSDs has massively increased, but you can now save nearly 62% on the 8TB SanDisk Desk Drive external SSD from Best Buy.

ZDNet 13 May 2026 11:53 pm

U.S. Revokes Passports Of Parents Who Owe Child Support

The State Department has begun revoking passports of parents who owe a significant amount in unpaid child support, beginning with those owing $100,000 or more. What do you think? The post U.S. Revokes Passports Of Parents Who Owe Child Support appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 13 May 2026 11:41 pm

Passengers From Hantavirus-Stricken Cruise Ship Return Home

Passengers aboard the cruise ship at the epicenter of a deadly hantavirus outbreak have returned to their home countries, where they will be quarantined and monitored. What do you think? The post Passengers From Hantavirus-Stricken Cruise Ship Return Home appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 13 May 2026 11:40 pm

T-Mobile will give you $400 just for switching - here's how to qualify

Get a $300 or $400 prepaid Mastercard when you bring your device and old number to T-Mobile. We break down the deal.

ZDNet 13 May 2026 9:47 pm

Get Audible for 30 days totally free - here's how

I recently signed up for Audible's free trial deal, and I'm glad I did. Here's what to know.

ZDNet 13 May 2026 9:23 pm

Trump administration freezes new Medicare enrollments for hospice and home health agencies

The Trump administration is expanding its fraud-busting initiative in federal health programs

ABC News 13 May 2026 8:33 pm

Your TV's RS-232 port is a powerful automation tool - how to unlock it (and what it can do)

The RS-232 serial port on your smart TV isn't just for professional diagnostics. Here's how to unlock it for more advanced programming.

ZDNet 13 May 2026 8:30 pm

CachyOS vs. MX Linux: Are you seeking speed or stability in your distro?

Both CachyOS and MX Linux sit atop the Distrowatch Page Hit Ranking list, but they are quite different distributions. Which one of these should you choose?

ZDNet 13 May 2026 7:48 pm

What is digital transformation? Everything you need to know about how technology is changing business

Digital transformation: Here's why it matters, what the big trends are, how it impacts you - and why it will never end.

ZDNet 13 May 2026 7:11 pm

What a US gas tax suspension could mean for drivers and the prices they see at the pump

President Donald Trump wants to suspend the federal gas tax to ease financial strain from high fuel prices during the war with Iran

ABC News 13 May 2026 6:39 pm

Black Sabbath bass player, Debbie Gibson praise effort to find new homes for beagles

Pop star Debbie Gibson and Terry Geezer Butler, co-founder of the heavy metal band Black Sabbath, are singing the same tune when it comes to sparing dogs from medical experiments

ABC News 13 May 2026 6:39 pm

Federal prosecutors seek NYU hospital information on gender-affirming care for children

A New York health care system has received a federal grand jury subpoena issued in Texas seeking information about children who received gender-affirming care and the medical providers who administered it

ABC News 13 May 2026 6:39 pm

Shelley Capito wins Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in West Virginia

Shelley Capito wins Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in West Virginia

ABC News 13 May 2026 6:39 pm

Jim Pillen wins Republican nomination for governor in Nebraska

Jim Pillen wins Republican nomination for governor in Nebraska

ABC News 13 May 2026 6:38 pm

Cindy Burbank wins Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Nebraska

Cindy Burbank wins Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Nebraska

ABC News 13 May 2026 6:38 pm

Sons of Utah woman convicted of murder worry she would hurt them if she was ever freed from prison

The young sons of Utah author Kouri Richins have said in a new court document that they would feel unsafe if their mother was ever released from prison after she was found guilty of killing their father

ABC News 13 May 2026 6:37 pm

CIA Under Fire For Arming Group Of Rowdy 7-Year-Olds

LANGLEY, VAIn the wake of an operation condemned by critics as a reckless provocation that fails to heed the lessons of history, the Central Intelligence Agency came under fire Friday for arming a group of rowdy 7-year-olds in the town of Heronburg, OH.Last I checked, the American people were never consulted about whether they wanted [] The post CIA Under Fire For Arming Group Of Rowdy 7-Year-Olds appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 13 May 2026 6:30 pm

Great For Streaming TV And Jerking Off

Look, we all know how most people live their lives these days, so lets not beat around the bush and pretend you need a nice home for entertaining and shit like that. Reference #538518 The post Great For Streaming TV And Jerking Off appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 13 May 2026 6:30 pm

Susan Westbrook

Susan Westbrook, 54, passed away Sunday after not shaking well something she was supposed to shake well. The post Susan Westbrook appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 13 May 2026 6:30 pm

How to learn Claude Code for free with Anthropic's AI courses - one took me just 20 minutes

With Anthropic's free course library, you can train online and learn about Claude, Claude Code, AI agents, and MCP.

ZDNet 13 May 2026 5:47 pm

US Air Force training jet crashes in Alabama and the pilots eject safely

A U.S. Air Force training jet crashed in Alabama with both pilots ejecting safely

ABC News 13 May 2026 4:40 pm

Kids are in a reading recession, as test scores continue to decline

Researchers are warning that the U.S. is experiencing a reading recession, a slide that predates the COVID-19 pandemic

ABC News 13 May 2026 3:46 pm

US grocery prices rose in April, but gas spikes weren't the only reason

Americans paid more for their groceries in April, but high gas prices were only one of the reasons why

ABC News 13 May 2026 2:51 pm

Sony just gave me a compelling reason to put my AirPods and Bose headphones away

I like headphones that understand exactly what I want them to do - that's why I consider Adaptive Sound Control to be one of Sony's best feats.

ZDNet 13 May 2026 2:30 pm

Cruise ship passenger making best of quarantine in US after hantavirus outbreak

When Jake Rosmarin boarded the MV Hondius, he gleefully posted on social media that the ship would be home for 35 days as he and more than 100 other passengers and crew were to travel across the South Atlantic

ABC News 13 May 2026 2:10 pm

Woman who published book on grief after husbands death to be sentenced

A Utah woman found guilty of aggravated murder in her husbands death finds out how long she will spend in prison at a sentencing hearing in Park City, Utah

ABC News 13 May 2026 12:36 pm

In diplomacy, pomp and protocol matter, especially when Trump goes to China

President Donald Trump's visit to Beijing is drawing attention for the spectacle China might present

ABC News 13 May 2026 12:36 pm

$4.8M settlement reached over Louisiana traffic stop death, AP sources say

An agreement says a tentative $4.85 million settlement has been reached in a lawsuit over the death of a Black man who was punched, kicked and stunned by five white Louisiana State Police troopers during a roadside arrest

ABC News 13 May 2026 12:24 pm

Winning numbers drawn in Tuesdays Mega Millions

The winning numbers in Tuesday evenings drawing of the Mega Millions game were: 17-32-35-40-47, Mega Ball: 17, Megaplier:

ABC News 13 May 2026 12:20 pm

Man charged after bomb-making tutorials were allegedly used in New Orleans attack

Federal prosecutors have charged a Missouri man with allegedly sharing bomb-making videos on social media

ABC News 13 May 2026 9:02 am

Fedora Kinoite vs. Silverblue: My verdict after testing both immutable Linux distros

Fedora offers two different takes on an immutable option, each of which might be similar on the inside, but on the outside, they couldn't be different.

ZDNet 13 May 2026 8:00 am

Chromebook vs. Googlebook: How I'm deciding which laptop to upgrade to next

Google is going all-in on its new product line while assuring users Chromebooks aren't being phased out.

ZDNet 13 May 2026 6:45 am

Elementary OS vs. Linux Mint: I compared my once favorite distro to the Windows alternative

If you're looking for a user-friendly Linux distribution, your destination could depend on your starting point. Here's how two of your best options compare.

ZDNet 13 May 2026 6:42 am

Men wrongly accused of yogurt shop murders reach $35 million settlement with city

The city of Austin will pay $35 million to three men and the family of a fourth who were wrongly accused of the rape and murder of four teenage girls at a yogurt shop in 1991, a case that initially sent one of the men to death row and another to life i...

ABC News 13 May 2026 4:52 am

Vietnam War: Untold Stories New Documentary Exposes Pro-Communist, Anti-American Lies, Myths, and Propaganda

For sixty years, the Vietnam War has been an issue of bitter contention and division in American society. The dominant narrative promoted by the liberal media, politicians and academics has denigrated our South Vietnamese allies and the American military forces there while sympathizing with and even glorifying the communist Vietcong and communist North Vietnam. April ... The post Vietnam War: Untold Stories New Documentary Exposes Pro-Communist, Anti-American Lies, Myths, and Propaganda appeared first on The New American .

thenewamerican 13 May 2026 4:30 am

Murder-for-hire trial underway in the stabbing death of a New York City art dealer

A jury has begun hearing evidence at the murder-for-hire federal trial of the estranged husband of a prominent New York City art dealer who was found stabbed to death two years ago in his townhouse in Brazil

ABC News 13 May 2026 4:12 am

Republican senators say they need more detail on $1B White House security request

Republican Senators say they need more details on a $1 billion security proposal for the White House, including a proposed $220 million to secure President Donald Trumps new East Wing ballroom

ABC News 13 May 2026 2:40 am

Obama meets with Talarico, aiming to boost Democrat's bid for US Senate in Texas

Former President Barack Obama has met with U.S. candidate James Talarico in Texas, backing a campaign seen by Democrats one of their best chances of winning in the conservative state

ABC News 13 May 2026 2:40 am

Celtics Attempt To Lure Giannis By Announcing Payton Pritchard His Brother Now

BOSTONIn an effort to entice Giannis Antetokounmpo to join the franchise, the Boston Celtics announced Tuesday that guard Payton Pritchard was now the two-time MVPs brother. We understand it would be difficult for Giannis to leave Thanasis and Alex behind in Milwaukee, but we want him to know his beloved brother Payton is already right [] The post Celtics Attempt To Lure Giannis By Announcing Payton Pritchard His Brother Now appeared first on The Onion .

theonion 13 May 2026 1:23 am

Deal reached with hackers to delete data stolen from the Canvas educational platform

Instructure, the company behind the online learning system Canvas, has reached a deal with hackers to delete data stolen in a cyberattack

ABC News 13 May 2026 12:12 am

Trump's proposed 'Golden Dome' estimated to cost $1.2 trillion, far more than he initially said

President Donald Trump's plan to put weapons in space, called the Golden Dome for America missile defense program, is estimated to cost much more than he originally said

ABC News 12 May 2026 11:55 pm

I'm a lawn expert, and here's my favorite trick for finding your perfect robot mower

Robot mowers aren't one-size-fits-all devices - many have overhyped specs you don't even need. Here are the mower features you can safely skip.

ZDNet 12 May 2026 11:30 pm

Your Android phone is getting agentic powers with Gemini Intelligence - here's how and when

Gemini got a major agentic upgrade on Android, handling multi-step tasks across apps - and powering new features.

ZDNet 12 May 2026 10:31 pm

Googlebook vs. Chromebook: Why I'm hopeful that both laptop brands can coexist

Google is going all-in on it's new product line while assuring users Chromebooks aren't being phased out.

ZDNet 12 May 2026 10:30 pm

Google will let you watch YouTube videos on Android Auto now - is your car supported?

Android Auto will officially support full HD videos, including watching YouTube. But there are a couple of limits.

ZDNet 12 May 2026 10:30 pm