This week, we look at what happened to New Orleans’ electrical grid in Ida’s wake, and we learn how a major solar eruption could knock out the internet.
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What It’ll Take to Get Power Back in New Orleans After Ida


It could take weeks to get the lights on in parts of Louisiana, but the playbook on how to do it is clear.
Everything You Need to Make Beer, Wine, Cider, and Mead

Indoor plants and sewing projects don’t taste as good. Here’s what you need to make booze at home.
On the Comlink: Has The High Republic Changed How You See the Star Wars Galaxy?

On the Comlink is a feature in which StarWars.com writers hop on a call (virtual or old fashioned) and discuss a specific Star Wars topic. In this installment to celebrate the release of even more books from Star Wars: The High Republic, Emily Shkoukani, Kelly Knox, Amy Richau, Megan Crouse, and James Floyd talk about how the […]
Ghosts ‘n Goblins Is Back—Pain, Laughs, and All

One of the most unforgiving video game series of all time has risen from the dead, and it’s better than ever.
Microsoft’s Azure IoT platform helps make farming greener as well as smarter

Precision agriculture brings sensors, AI, and farming together to deliver better crops with lower environmental impact. Now it’s also helping to track carbon.
Ransomware Hits a Food Supply Giant—and Underscores Dire Risk


Hackers targeting JBS USA have disrupted meat processing facilities around the world, just one month after the Colonial Pipeline attack caused fuel distribution havoc.
Want to Grow Your Own Food? Try a Hydroponic Garden

Today’s home kits are stylish, smart, and easier to use than ever. Here’s how to get started.
I Avoided Fake Meat for Years. That Was a Big Mistake

Our food writer had been steering clear of Impossible, Beyond, and other plant-based meat replacements—until he finally cooked with some.
The 14 Best Weekend Deals on Games, Tablets, and More

Doing some spring cleaning? It might be time to upgrade some gear or dive into a new game. Here’s what’s on sale.