I've used Gemini in Android Auto for 2 months now, and it's transformed my daily drive in 4 ways
Gemini has made voice control in my car fun and useful, and I'm still discovering new ways to use it.
Yes, you should remove your data from the internet - and our favorite service is 55% off
Get your data out of the hands of brokers and spam callers with this deal on Incogni.
With the competition for song of the summer in full swing, The Onion shares the 20 most popular tracks of July. The post Top Songs May 2026 appeared first on The Onion .
ExpressVPN blows away the competition on security audits - but what do they mean?
Ever wonder what a VPN audit is or why they're always announced to the public? Here's why.
What Have You Heard About the White, Non-criminal George Floyd? Probably Crickets
I cant breathe. These were some of the final words of Henry Nowak, 18, a victim of a knifing and British authorities wokeness. ... The post What Have You Heard About the White, Non-criminal George Floyd? Probably Crickets appeared first on The New American .
University of California STEM Faculty Demand Return to Using SAT Scores for Admissions
University of California professors are urging the university to resume using standardized testing for STEM students. ... The post University of California STEM Faculty Demand Return to Using SAT Scores for Admissions appeared first on The New American .
How I prep my solar power stations for weather emergencies - before it's too late
With severe weather becoming more common, you need a plan before the lights go out. Here's mine.
Trump Executive Order Kickstarts Deep Sea Mining Rush
An executive order by President Trump intended to create a deep sea mining industry has spurred millions of dollars of investment, prompting fast-tracked permitting as companies rush to extract material from the bottom of the ocean. What do you think? The post Trump Executive Order Kickstarts Deep Sea Mining Rush appeared first on The Onion .
Artist Profile: Kacey Musgraves
Kacey Musgraves has released Middle Of Nowhere, her seventh studio album. The Onion shares everything you need to know about the country star. Genre: Sonically conservative, lyrically liberal Twangitude: 2.5 Glen Campbells How She Was Discovered In Nashville: Abandoned by bachelorette party Awards And Achievements: 4 Grammys turned into bongs Hair: Purebred Friesian Biggest Rival: [] The post Artist Profile: Kacey Musgraves appeared first on The Onion .
Pit Bull Makes Throat-Slitting Gesture While Owner Not Looking
The post Pit Bull Makes Throat-Slitting Gesture While Owner Not Looking appeared first on The Onion .
Europeans Announce There Nothing Anyone Can Do To Make Them Stop Loving Michael Jackson
PARISSteadfast in their devotion to the treasured cultural keystone of their community, the roughly 743.5 million residents of Europe gathered Friday to announce that theres nothing anyone can do to make them stop loving Michael Jackson. You may try to break down our resolve with accusations that he engaged in inappropriate sexual behaviors, but our [] The post Europeans Announce There Nothing Anyone Can Do To Make Them Stop Loving Michael Jackson appeared first on The Onion .
Meta Glasses Users Report Bug Where They Can See Mark Zuckerbergs Memories
MENLO PARK, CAExpressing frustration about the frequent error hampering the overall user experience, Meta Glasses wearers worldwide confirmed Friday encountering a bug where they are able to see Mark Zuckerbergs memories. I was filming video of my road trip with my Meta Oakleys and all of a sudden Im seeing the POV of someone throwing [] The post Meta Glasses Users Report Bug Where They Can See Mark Zuckerbergs Memories appeared first on The Onion .
Rail car fire near New York's Penn Station injures 5, snarls morning commute
Authorities say a fire in a rail yard train car near New York's Penn Station has injured five people and disrupted service for many commuters
I tried different Android Auto weather apps - these 3 are best for storm nerds like me
There aren't many weather apps for Android Auto, but the ones I found work very well.
Tomatoes become latest symbol of Americas affordability squeeze
Prices for tomatoes are up 40% over the past year, the biggest increase tracked among products in the Consumer Price Index
This Lenovo laptop I tested rivals the MacBook Air in ways Windows PCs once struggled in
The Slim 7x (2026) has impressive performance improvements, but its target user - the modern professional - remains the same.
Dallas fire official says people have died in a massive blaze at an apartment building and search for missing is ongoing
Recent survivors of US boat strikes haven't been found, bringing overall death toll to 199
The death toll from the Trump administrations monthslong series of strikes on suspected drug trafficking boats in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean has risen to at least 199 people after survivors of recent attacks weren't found
Conditions of 4 climbers who fell on Mount McKinley unknown as rescuers try to reach them
Rescuers are trying to reach four climbers who fell on Alaskas Mount McKinley, North Americas tallest peak, the National Park Service said Thursday
US trains for World Cup at new $250 million, 200-acre, 19-field complex south of Atlanta
Jozy Altidore says the U.S. Soccer National Training Center is far different from where he trained with the national team a decade ago
Ghanaian mother and child detained at airport for days after arriving on valid visas, lawyers say
A pregnant woman from Ghana who entered the U.S. on a valid visa with her son so he could get medical attention has been held for more than a week in a windowless detention room at a Washington airport, her lawyers said in court documents
Explosion and large fire at a Dallas apartment building has killed 3 people, city official says
Explosion and large fire at a Dallas apartment building has killed 3 people, city official says
Shrey Parikh bounces back, battles nerves and dominates spell-off to win the National Spelling Bee
Shrey Parikh has won the Scripps National Spelling Bee, beating Ishaan Gupta in a lightning-round tiebreaker
Man wanted over 3 killings apprehended after an intense search of Hawaiis Big Island
A man wanted in connection with the killings of three men has been apprehended after a massive search of Hawaiis Big Island
Former Iowa superintendent to be sentenced for claiming to be a US citizen before likely deportation
Israeli and Russian forces added to UN blacklist for sexual violence in conflict zones
The ambassadors of both countries expressed outrage at their inclusion and lashed out at Guterres.
4 Android Auto developer settings that make driving so much easier - how to enable them
These developer settings can completely change how your Android Auto looks and operates.
Sony's most premium ANC headphones yet made luxury audio click for me
The special-edition pair of 1000X-series headphones strikes a balance between modern style and functionality.
DOJ Investigating Trump Accuser E. Jean Carroll for Perjury
The Justice Department is investigating E. Jean Carroll, the kooky columnist who prevailed in two lawsuits against President Trump. DOJ is investigating whether Carroll lied during a deposition in 2022, CNN disclosed today, when she said that no one was funding her cases. Truth was, far-left hate-Trump billionaire Reid Hoffman donated to her legal cause. ... The post DOJ Investigating Trump Accuser E. Jean Carroll for Perjury appeared first on The New American .
Caesars Entertainment, Las Vegas Strip icon, sold for nearly $6 billion
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Mortons
AI Model Release Tracker: Opus 4.8's misalignment rates similar to Claude Mythos Preview
Not every new model is all it's cracked up to be. Our tracker keeps each release in context with its peers, so you know which models are worth your time.
Russia Warns of Major Attack on Kiev as Cup of Patience Has Overflowed
Early this month, Russias head of state said the war in Ukraine was coming to an end. The leader of Ukraine responded by suggesting that Kiev, too, was open to peace discussions. But a few weeks later, Moscow is urging foreigners to leave the Ukrainian capitalas soon as possible because a powerful attack is coming.The ... The post Russia Warns of Major Attack on Kiev as Cup of Patience Has Overflowed appeared first on The New American .
Perplexity launches Bumblebee: How its new read-only dev scanner differs from Chainguard
The AI company's Bumblebee tool tackles your most urgent question after any supplychain advisory: Do your programmers have this malware installed?
South Korean Starbucks Apologizes For Ad That Evoked Massacre
South Korean businessman Chung Yong-jin, chairman of an investment group that owns a majority stake in Starbucks Korea, bowed three times to apologize for an ad that appeared to mock the victims of a violent 1980 military crackdown on pro-democracy demonstrators. What do you think? The post South Korean Starbucks Apologizes For Ad That Evoked Massacre appeared first on The Onion .
6 protesters arrested after clash with ICE officers outside a New Jersey detention center
Protesters have clashed with armed federal immigration officers in front of a New Jersey detention center where advocates have been demonstrating and asserting that detainees are staging a hunger strike
The Permanent War Government: Whos Really Calling the Shots in Washington?
Does any president still lead in any meaningful constitutional sense once the permanent war government gets moving? ... The post The Permanent War Government: Whos Really Calling the Shots in Washington? appeared first on The New American .
Euro-Office, Europe's open-source alternative to Microsoft Office and Google Docs, launches June 9
European tech firms will ship the first stable release of Euro-Office next month, giving governments and businesses worldwide a ready-to-run, sovereign alternative to Microsoft Office and Google Docs.
Former Judges Ask Court to Reopen Trump IRS Case, Calling Settlement a Fraud on the Court
The judges say Trump used the court as cover to create a $1.776 billion Anti-Weaponization Fund without lawful authority. ... The post Former Judges Ask Court to Reopen Trump IRS Case, Calling Settlement a Fraud on the Court appeared first on The New American .
The police chiefs sudden resignation puts Minneapolis back in tumult after years of crises
In a city that has staggered from crisis to crisis in recent years, the sudden resignation of police Chief Brian OHara is again leaving Minneapolis looking for a way forward
Listerine Leaves 0.1% Of Germs Alive To Spread Message Of Terror Throughout Microbial Community
SUMMIT, NJIn a surprise attack of astonishing brutality, oral cavity sources confirmed Thursday that the Listerine inside a local mouth was leaving 0.1% of germs alive in order to spread a message of terror throughout the microbial community. The mouthwash killed my entire colony and then told me to bear witness to the horrors I [] The post Listerine Leaves 0.1% Of Germs Alive To Spread Message Of Terror Throughout Microbial Community appeared first on The Onion .
DOJ Launches Criminal Investigation Into All Women
The post DOJ Launches Criminal Investigation Into All Women appeared first on The Onion .
Anthropic launches Opus 4.8, with honesty as its killer feature
Anthropic's latest Claude model isn't just faster or smarter. Opus 4.8 is being pitched as more honest, more careful, and better suited to complex coding projects.
Best Buy is selling the LG C5 OLED for nearly 50% off right now - and I highly recommend it
It may be a generation behind, but the LG C5 OLED TV still offers plenty of reasons to pick one up, especially at this price.
How to force Google AI Overviews to prioritize your favorite news sources
Google's Preferred Sources feature is now available in AI Overviews and AI Mode, so you can add your favorite sites to your AI-powered searches.
Trump's DOJ sues 4 Democratic-run states over denying undercover license plates for federal agents
President Donald Trumps administration is suing four states over their refusal to issue undercover license plates to federal agents, the latest front in the wider struggle between the White House and Democratic-led states over the Republican president...
Trump review that could shutter Mexican consulates stokes worries
The Trump administration's review of Mexico's 53 U.S. consulates has stoked worries among Mexicans in the U.S. that some could be shuttered, making it harder for them to access important services
When old data brings AI rollouts to a screeching halt - and how to manage it
With AI, long-forgotten data assets suddenly turn to gold, with potential security risks.
How to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup: 9 ways to stream (including free options)
One of the biggest sporting events of all time kicks off soon - and you don't need an expensive cable package to watch.
US jobless claims rise to 215,000 but layoffs remain low despite Iran war uncertainty
More Americans sought unemployment benefits last week, but layoffs remain low despite economic uncertainty caused by the Iran war
UFC commentator Joe Rogan has raised fresh concerns over the planned White House UFC event, citing extreme heat, insects, rain and broader logistical risks of staging fights outdoors. His criticism echoes UFC president Dana White, who has also warned about environmental challenges, including bugs near lighting rigs. Despite tensions, organisers are pressing ahead with the June 14 Freedom 250 card at the White House South Lawn.
Why I ditched Copilot for Claude in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint - and how you can, too
Need AI help in Microsoft 365, but don't love Copilot? Claude AI can help you create, edit, and analyze documents. Here's how.
Chilean American stolen as a baby reunites with his mom, gets second chance at family
For the first time since he was an infant, Kyle Adler boarded a plane in February to meet his birth mother
Trump Makes Figurines Of Himself, Ivanka Kiss In Miniature Ballroom Model
WASHINGTONMashing their faces together as he produced loud smooching sounds, President Donald Trump made figurines of himself and his daughter Ivanka Trump kiss in a model of his under-construction White House ballroom, reports confirmed Thursday. According to sources, Trump raised the pitch of his voice and said, Such a splendid ballroom, Daddy! Let us dance! [] The post Trump Makes Figurines Of Himself, Ivanka Kiss In Miniature Ballroom Model appeared first on The Onion .
Marshawn Lynch Regrets Turning Down Chilis Ad For Euphoria
LOS ANGELESLetting out a deep sigh after reading another review of the HBO shows third and final season, former NFL running back Marshawn Lynch reportedly expressed regret Thursday for having turned down a Chilis ad for a role in Euphoria. Thats it, Im ruined, said Lynch, who told reporters he was kicking [himself] over his [] The post Marshawn Lynch Regrets Turning Down Chilis Ad For Euphoria appeared first on The Onion .
Secret Service Tackles Blood Clot That Jumped White House Fence
The post Secret Service Tackles Blood Clot That Jumped White House Fence appeared first on The Onion .
What To Know About Pope Leos Encyclical On AI
Pope Leo XIV published his first encyclical Monday, warning about the dangers of artificial intelligence.Heres what you need to know about the document. Q: What is an encyclical? A: Its like a company-wide email, except this one is skeptical of AI. Q: What is the encyclical titled? A: Magnifica_Humanitas_final.docx Q: Were any AI companies or [] The post What To Know About Pope Leos Encyclical On AI appeared first on The Onion .
NordVPN isn't just a VPN anymore, but a full security suite - here's what you get now
NordVPN argues that antivirus now means far more than it used to, so creating an app that combines VPN services with modern threat protection is the right path.
I'm an iPhone user, but Gemini with Android Auto beats Siri in the car any day - here's why
Gemini can help with a variety of tasks when behind the wheel. All you need is an Android phone and a car with Android Auto.
Republicans' recent stumbles in Congress highlight the difficult road ahead for their agenda
Republicans' stumble on an immigration funding bill is raising questions about other parts of their legislative agenda
Oura Ring 5 vs. Oura Ring 4: I compared the smart rings for health tracking - and it's very close
Your favorite smart ring is getting slimmer. Is the Oura Ring 5 worth the upgrade? I break it down.
I set up a router-based VPN for my TV, and it's the cheap security fix it desperately needed
Installing a VPN on your smart TV blocks hackers from accessing your network and stealing your data. Here's how I set up mine.
4 Android Auto apps I highly recommend for your next road trip - beyond Maps and Spotify
Android Auto is a lot more than navigation and music. Here are the apps you need before you hit the road.
My favorite Zorin OS settings and why you'll love them too
Like most Linux distributions, Zorin OS offers a lot, especially in terms of customization. These are the options I always choose in Zorin OS.
This exec offers 4 ways to be a successful innovator in the age of agentic AI
Staying one step ahead of the rest will mark you out for success. Here's what great AI innovators are getting up to at Amex.
Inside an African hotel where asylum seekers deported by the US are imprisoned
Under an opaque $7.5 million deal with the Trump administration, Equatorial Guineas all-powerful president has turned a hotel owned by his family into a prison for asylum seekers deported from the United States
After protests outside synagogues, New York makes it a crime to block entry to a house of worship
Blocking someone from entering a house of worship is now a crime in New York under a law approved after a series of raucous demonstrations outside synagogues
Winning numbers drawn in Wednesdays Powerball
The winning numbers in Wednesday evenings drawing of the Powerball game were: 05-14-21-31-51, Powerball: 13
California Democrats shrug at their choices in packed race to replace Newsom
The crowded race for California governor still has no clear front-runner with only days left for voters to decide which two candidates to advance to the general election in November
An unknown number of students have died in a school fire in Kenya, and search teams are working to account for them
US military strikes another alleged drug boat in the eastern Pacific, killing 2
The U.S. military has struck another vessel suspected of transporting drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing two men
Happy, who taught researchers that elephants can recognize themselves, is euthanized at Bronx Zoo
US says it carried out defensive strikes on Iran military facility after downing Iranian attack drones
US imposes sanctions on Iranian agency trying to control shipping in the Strait of Hormuz
Israel-born Nevada US Atty Drops Gun Charge Against Israeli National Involved in Las Vegas Biolab
First U.S. Attorney in Nevada Sigal Chattahs office did not tell local media why her office dropped the charge against Israeli Ori Solomon. ... The post Israel-born Nevada US Atty Drops Gun Charge Against Israeli National Involved in Las Vegas Biolab appeared first on The New American .
I dug deeper into my Oura Ring data using this free app - here's what I found
The Simple Wearable Report uses AI to extract more insights from your Oura Ring data. Here's how I've been using it.
Trump Brings a UFC Cage to the White House for Americas 250th
Construction has begun on an Ultimate Fighting Championship cage on the South Lawn of the White House for UFC Freedom 250 on June 14. ... The post Trump Brings a UFC Cage to the White House for Americas 250th appeared first on The New American .
New York, New Jersey investigating FIFA's ticket practices as World Cup prices soar
FIFA is under fresh scrutiny for sky-high World Cup ticket prices and sales tactics that fans say left them with worse deals than they wanted
Federal judge sentences man to 10 years in plot to kill Iranian American writer
A federal judge has given a onetime truck and bus driver charged in an assassination plot against an Iranian American writer a 10-year prison sentence
Crystal Palace wins its first-ever European trophy by beating Rayo Vallecano in Conference League final
California residents evacuated due to chemical tank threat return home but fears remain
Residents were back in their homes near a chemical tank that overheated in Southern California
Zohran Mamdani marked Eid al-Adha in the Bronx wearing a custom Arsenal-inspired thobe, blending religious tradition with football identity during a public appearance alongside Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. The outfit, adapted from Arsenals away kit, drew attention online for its symbolic fusion of culture, faith and sport. Mamdanis message on solidarity and public service framed the celebration as both personal expression and political statement in New York.
Enhanced Games Allows Competing Athletes To Use Steroids
The inaugural Enhanced Games, consisting of weightlifting, swimming, and sprinting, were held, which allowed competitors to take performance-enhancing drugs in hopes of pushing the limits of human achievement. What do you think? The post Enhanced Games Allows Competing Athletes To Use Steroids appeared first on The Onion .
Congress members visit NJ detention center where advocates say immigrants are on a hunger strike
Democratic members of Congress are visiting a federal immigration detention center in New Jersey where protesters have been demonstrating in recent days and asserting that detainees inside are on a hunger strike
Trump plays mayor at Cabinet meeting, showcasing his DC renovations
President Donald Trump took on the role of a small town mayor during his latest Cabinet meeting, spending 10 full minutes describing in great detail the various beautification projects underway around Washington, D.C. He highlighted efforts to fix foun...
Many National Spelling Bee contenders pursue mastery. For a few, it's more about memorization
Many kids who've won the Scripps National Spelling Bee have taken a comprehensive approach to their preparation
Don Lemon seeks grand jury transcripts in Minnesota civil rights case, citing misconduct
Attorneys for former CNN host turned independent journalist Don Lemon argue in a new court filing that recent examples of grand jury misconduct by the U.S. Department of Justice across the country warrant the release of transcripts from the normally se...
Woman Worried She In Codependent Relationship With Rest Of Humanity
BOONE, NCNoting that the troubling signs of a toxic dynamic had become too numerous to ignore, area woman Kara Vasques expressed concern Wednesday that she was in a codependent relationship with the rest of humanity. Sometimes things will be great with me and the human race, but then I start to worry that I dont [] The post Woman Worried She In Codependent Relationship With Rest Of Humanity appeared first on The Onion .
Interlochen Center for the Arts says it will tear down lodge formerly named for Jeffrey Epstein
A Michigan summer arts camp and boarding school where Jeffrey Epstein has been accused of meeting at least two of his victims will tear down a lodge that once bore his name
Meet Argus, a robot with 20 legs and eyes built to move and see in any direction
Robots that look like dogs or people try to replicate symmetrical shapes found in nature
Trump, Massie, and Defining Conservatism
How do Trump and Massie stand up to the conservative, constitutional standard of limited, restrained, moral, and lawful government? ... The post Trump, Massie, and Defining Conservatism appeared first on The New American .
