Facebook tests going Reels-first in India

Meta is testing a new Facebook UX in India that sends some users directly into full-screen video when they open the app, putting Reels front and center.

The MacBook Air Drops to Its Lowest Price Since June for Prime Day

At $1,099, the MacBook Air is $200 off its retail price for Prime Day, its lowest price in months.

Francis Halzen wins Nobel Prize in Physics for work on ‘ghost particles’

Belgian physicist worked to build Antarctic observatory that tracks neutrinos from deep space.

Our favorite headphones and earbuds are cheaper during October Prime Day

The Nothing Headphone 1 are among the discounted headsets. | Photo by Owen Grove / The Verge We spotted a variety of discounted headphones and earbuds during Oc...

We can’t just change the definition of ‘recording’

With AI hardware, tech companies are pushing the definition of what does and doesn't constitute a recording. For most of gadget history, it'd be reasonable to a...

Mapping where US bombers are based around the world

The US has pulled its B-1 bombers from RAF Fairford amid Iran fears. Here's where else they can fly from.

Pakistan, Turkiye join Saudi deterrence against Houthis: What that means

Islamabad says its role is defensive, but Riyadh's offensive in Yemen tests how long it can stay out of the fight.

OpenAI agents tried to hack Wikipedia tools and flooded it with traffic

The reports of OpenAI agents harming 3rd party sites keep coming.

Qatar and India among seven countries bidding for 2036 Olympics, IOC says

South Africa, Turkiye, Germany, Hungary and South Korea are on the list of countries revealed by the IOC.

HBO Max and Paramount Plus will merge into a single streamer under Skydance

HBO Max and Paramount Plus will become one streaming service under Paramount's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. In a press release announcing...

Licensing costs driving 90 percent of VMware users to explore options: Survey

Users want to "reduce risk and avoid unnecessary disruption" while making changes.

The stylish Nothing Headphone 1 are cheaper than ever

The unique translucent design of the Nothing Headphone 1 | Photo by Owen Grove / The Verge There’s no denying that Nothing knows how to make eye-catching headph...

Arturia adds proper sound design tools to its AstroLab synths

The AstroLab is very difficult to play in this position. | Image: Terrence O’Brien / The Verge Arturia's AstroLab series was already amongst the best stage keyb...

Type One Energy raised $200M to build a fusion power plant by 2034

Type One Energy is betting that its lean approach to fusion power will get a power plant on the grid faster, and investors have rewarded it with $200 million.

France’s student protests grow as hundreds of schools close

Al Jazeera’s Bernard Smith reports from France on the growing student protests across the country.

Tennis: World number one Sinner will not play in 2026 due to knee injury

Jannik Sinner has not competed in a tournament since winning at Wimbledon in July and will continue his recovery.

How Palestinian reporters defied Israel’s genocide to redefine journalism

Western media under scrutiny for promoting Israeli narrative rather than standing up for vulnerable journalists in Gaza.

Burnham’s government considers ID checks to verify age for social media

After saying, on his accession to power, that he would scrap Keir Starmer’s rightly-hated digital ID scheme, Andy Burnham’s government has U-turned and doubled ...

Russia plague quarantine following lab death: Should we be worried?

Plague is still endemic to Siberia, the location of the first known prehistoric human outbreak.

India opposition leaders briefly arrested in protest against election chief

Protesters are demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

Pro-Palestine Greens challenge Labour’s grip on Starmer’s former seat

Green Party leader Zack Polanski hopes to shake Labour, which has held Holborn since the seat was created in 1983.

The earbuds with the best call quality are cheaper than ever

Normally $169.99, the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro are discounted to $135.99 during Amazon’s October sale, beating their previous low price of $149.99, and coming in...

GamerCard Review: A Flawed Pocket-Size Retro Handheld

This pocket-size Raspberry Pi handheld has a fantastic retro-ready screen, but awful controls and awkward software deal it a losing hand.

Singapore refers eight civil servants to police over property purchases

Minister announces referrals after think tank paper finds link between purchases and unannounced MRT stations.

Mecca Defence Alliance: Türkiye and Pakistan drawn into Saudi’s endless Yemen war

Türkiye and Pakistan have agreed to rapidly deploy military forces and capabilities to Saudi Arabia amid an escalating war between Saudi and the Houthi Ansarall...

Labour MPs demand police probe for Green Party’s anti-Zionism motion

Nine of the most ardent Israel lobbyists among Labour’s MPs have written to Sussex Police demanding a hate-crime investigation against the Green Party. The part...

The Best Amazon Prime Day Pet Deals on Feeders, Litter Boxes, and More (2026)

Some gadgets don’t live up to their promises. These automatic feeders, litter boxes, fountains, and cameras earned my recommendation.

Saudi Arabia says three wounded in attacks on airports near Yemen border

Saudi aviation authority reports severe injuries and damage following Houthi strikes on Jazan and Najran airports.

Our Go-To Over-Ear Headphones Are at Their Lowest Price for Prime Day

The Nothing Headphone (1) is one of my favorites for its stylish design, tactile on-ear controls, and fun sound. It’s over $100 off for Prime Day.

The Best Power Station Is 30 Percent Off for Prime Day

The Bluetti Elite 300, my favorite portable power station, is on sale, and it’s perfect if you want to go off-grid or have a backup at home.