Why So Many AI Researchers Think the Machines Could Kill Everyone
A combination of rapid advances, recursive self-improvement, and agentic swarms are genuinely “spooking people” inside big labs.
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8 Best Travel Adapters (2026): 20+ Models Tested
When going abroad, the right plugs are essential to keep your gadgets charged. These are my favorite travel adapters and chargers that I’ve tested myself.
He’s One of Just 50 People With Olive Garden’s Lifetime Pasta Pass. You Choose What He Eats Next
Braden Sinclair has turned his love affair with the restaurant chain into an interactive trove of dietary data.
I Fixed a Tractor Using John Deere’s Self-Repair Service. Farmers Aren’t Sold on It
The agricultural machine manufacturer has a subscription service that lets owners repair their own equipment. Why is barely anybody using it?
We Tried the Most Popular Mushroom Coffees. These Are the Best (2026)
“Coffee” made with functional mushrooms like lion’s mane and chaga is all the rage. We tried the most popular brands to find which were the most palatable.
The Trump Alien ‘Disclosure Speech’ Rumors Are Reaching a Fever Pitch
The US government has been sharing more information about UFOs. That’s fueling excitement over the possibility of the president announcing that humans are not alone.
How 9/11 Made Everyone a Conspiracy Theorist
Crackpot theories were once the stuff of shortwave radio, but September 11 unleashed the Age of Alex Jones.
Is AI Actually Going to Kill Us All?
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” we dig into a former Anthropic researcher’s AI doomsday warning, the latest upgrades from Apple’s event, and the census report that claimed Trump won the 2020 election.
August 2026 Was the Hottest Month Ever Recorded: Copernicus Data
While the strengthening El Niño helped boost temperatures, climate change is the main culprit for making August so hot.
Which iPhone 18 Model Should You Buy?
Apple’s new folding iPhone Duo is finally here, alongside refreshed Pro models. Our primer has all the details you need to choose the iPhone 18 that’s right for you.