"The Staircase" is exploitative true crime at its best (and worst)
HBO Max's The Staircase is like staring into an infinity mirror of true crime. The more you watch it, the more idly transfixed you become by the illusion — and simultaneously perplexed by its existence in the first place.Fascinating, nauseating.....»»
The science behind Christmas trees: How conifers brave winter"s worst
As the festive season approaches, evergreen conifers like spruce and pine adorn homes worldwide. But while Christmas trees bring warmth and joy into our lives, they endure some of the harshest conditions on Earth in their natural habitats......»»
Cryptocurrency hackers stole $2.2 billion from platforms in 2024
$2.2 billion worth of cryptocurrency was stolen from various platforms in 2024, Chainalysis’ 2025 Crypto Crime Report has revealed. Of that sum, $1.34 billion was stolen by North Korea-affiliated hackers, across 47 hacking incidents (out of 303.....»»
Why does family violence increase during the festive season? Here are three contributing factors
While the holiday season is supposed to be a happy time, evidence suggests it's one of the worst times of year for domestic and family violence......»»
Study reveals how global connections boost city economies
As city population grows, so does violent crime, contagious diseases, and per-capita GDP. A significant body of research has investigated what drives this scaling relationship, examining factors within a city......»»
AirTag’s worst feature gets fixed forever by this new add-on accessory
Apple’s AirTag is a fantastic product with a lot of helpful use cases. Its greatest flaw, though, is battery life. Fortunately, there’s a new accessory that makes your AirTag battery last much, much longer. more….....»»
3 underrated shows on Hulu you need to watch in December 2024
An Australian crime drama, a historical series, and an iconic detective program are among the three underrated shows on Hulu that you need to watch in December......»»
Sonos Sub Mini vs. Sonos Sub 4: Which boom should you buy?
Which Sonos subwoofer is the right fit for your home? Should you opt for the tried-and-true larger Sonos Sub or the smaller Sub Mini? Let's compare to find out......»»
Cost of retail crime up 40% over two years, Australian research shows
A new retail crime study has revealed escalating challenges for the retail sector, with shoplifting, employee theft, fraud and customer aggression rising to record levels......»»
MASSIVE DEAL shaves 50% off the JBL Tune Flex earbuds!
The JBL Tune Flex true wireless earbuds are currently on sale with a massive 50% discount, so what are you waiting for? The post MASSIVE DEAL shaves 50% off the JBL Tune Flex earbuds! appeared first on Phandroid. We are kind of spoiled for.....»»
3 great free movies to stream this weekend (December 13-15)
From December 13-15, stream these great movies for free, including an Oscar-winning crime drama and an epic love story......»»
If you have to watch one Hulu show this December, stream this one
Say Nothing is based on the true story of two sisters who served in the Irish Republican Army......»»
Human settlement of Mars isn"t as far off as you might think
Could humans expand out beyond their homeworld and establish settlements on the planet Mars? The idea of settling the red planet has been around for decades. However, it has been seen by skeptics as a delusion at best and mere bluster at worst......»»
How a piece of plastic shut down DNA testing at crime lab
It was technically a successful scientific discovery when analysts at the Hennepin County, Minnesota, forensic science lab recognized there was a contaminant somewhere in its DNA process. That did not lessen the sense of dread......»»
Dodge keeps true to its roots with the first electric Charger muscle car
The big two-door electric sedan impressed on the road, less so on track. Dodge provided flights from Washington to Phoenix and accommodation so Ars could drive the new Charger Day.....»»
Get this awesome Samsung soundbar with Dolby Atmos for just $200 today
If you can’t afford the bells and whistles of a true Dolby Atmos system, this Samsung soundbar is a great alternative. Plus it’s $180 off at Walmart today......»»
3 great Max crime dramas you should watch in December 2024
These crime dramas are a great reminder of everything that you can watch with just a Max subscription......»»
The Talos Principle: Reawakened adds new engine, looks, and content to a classic
The game that was asking lots of questions about AI ethics 10 years ago is back. Are humans just squishy machines? Can an artificially intelligent robot create a true moral compas.....»»
Links between gender stereotypes and American patriotism date from the Cold War, but weren"t true then either
In 1959, at the opening of the American National Exhibition in Moscow, in front of a model American kitchen full of appliances, Vice President Richard Nixon and Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev sparred over the advantages of the two countries' econom.....»»
Jeremy Allen White joins The Mandalorian & Grogu cast as Jabba the Hutt’s son
Jeremy Allen White has joined the cast of The Mandalorian & Grogu as Rotta the Hutt, the son of the crime lord Jabba the Hutt......»»
Apple may finally fix the worst things about the MacBook Pro
A component road map has brought to light more details about the notch's presence in the future MacBook Pro line......»»