A new set of festive winter tales arrives next week with the Life Day Treasury: Holiday Stories from a Galaxy Far, Far Away. In the same style as Myths & Fables and Dark Legends, the Life Day Treasury written by George Mann and Cavan Scott gives us a glimpse at what children in another galaxy might […]
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Tesla Bot Takes Tech Demos to Their Logical Conclusion
Elon Musk’s bizarre demo laid bare the truth of many new tech demos: They are a storyboarded vision of the future held together by digital duct tape.
Apple’s Photo-Scanning Plan Sparks Outcry From Policy Groups
Civil rights organizations say the company’s intention to scan images for child sexual abuse material could harm some children and threaten free speech.
Bad Batch Declassified: 5 Highlights from “Kamino Lost”
Disney+ // AUGUST 16, 2021 In the thrilling season finale, Clone Force 99 makes a daring escape from the perilous world. Star Wars: The Bad Batch is here, chronicling the adventures of the elite squad Clone Force 99 following the end of the Clone War. In Bad Batch Declassified, we’ll explore our favorite moments from each episode of […]
Apple’s iCloud Photo-Scanning Tech Explained
This week, we dissect the technology Apple is using to protect children from sexual abuse on its messaging and photo-storage platforms.
The 24 Best Back-to-School Deals on Laptops and Dorm Gear
Need a new computer or just a soothing weighted blanket for the new school year? We found deals on some of our favorites.
How to Make Remote Learning Work for Your Children
If you’re preparing for yet another round of homeschooling, we’ve identified a few ways to make this school year suck just a little bit less.
Robots, Microscopes, and Other Fun Ways to Help Kids Learn
So much education happens outside of school, whether it’s virtual or in-person. These tools will turn your kids into curious scientists exploring their world.
The NYPD Had a Secret Fund for Surveillance Tools
Documents reveal that police bought facial-recognition software, vans equipped with x-ray machines, and “stingray” cell site simulators—with no public oversight.
How to Use Running Apps to Hit the Road
There are tons of services out there to help, whether you’re a total beginner or getting back into it. Here’s how to make the most of them.