Hot on the heels of new year’s celebrations, the annual Consumer Electronics Show will get underway in early January 2026. Once again, Las Vegas will host a sprawling sneak peek at the tech that will shape the industry throughout 2026. The Verge will be on […]
Year: 2026
US Military Captures Venezuelan President Maduro in Dramatic Operation Amid Explosive Caracas Strikes – 1/3/2026, 12:25:02 PM
US military strikes Venezuela, capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife in a large-scale operation early on January 3, 2026. Explosions rocked Caracas around 2:00 AM local time, with at least seven blasts near La Carlota Airport, low-flying aircraft, smoke rising, and power outages in […]
I went to the Stranger Things finale in theaters and the strangest thing happened
The parking lot was packed. That’s the first Strange Thing. A little background. Just about every mall is struggling now, but the Neshaminy Mall in Bensalem, Pennsylvania is more or less comatose. As Defector’s Dan McQuade, a lifelong Pennsylvanian and mall fan, wrote in his […]
2025 Fitness Tech: Huawei Watch Fit 4 Shines, Garmin Vivosmart 5 Disappoints in Device Showdown
The Best (and Worst) Fitness Devices I Tested in 2025 As a fitness enthusiast who logged over 2,000 miles running, countless gym sessions, and endless sleep tracking in 2025, I put more than a dozen devices through the wringer. From budget bands to premium athlete-focused […]
US Strikes Venezuela, Captures President Maduro Amid Global Reactions – 1/3/2026, 4:24:18 PM
US launches major military strike on Venezuela, capturing President Nicolás Maduro and his wife. President Donald Trump confirmed the “large-scale strike” targeted military areas in Caracas, with multiple explosions reported; world leaders are reacting to the operation.[2][3][5][6] Deadly fire at Swiss resort leaves dozens missing, […]
Pet Tech Revolution: AI Cameras, Smart Feeders, and GPS Trackers Transform Pet Care in 2026
These Are the Best Gadgets for Your Pet Right Now Having a furry, feathered, or scaly companion brings endless joy, but keeping them safe, fed, and entertained can be a challenge—especially in our busy lives. As of early 2026, pet tech has exploded with AI-powered […]
This smart home controller is literally a piece of wood
One of the fun parts of being a tech journalist for over a decade is that occasionally you get to watch a truly unique gadget go from concept to reality – and, eventually, into your living room. That’s the case with the Mui Board, a […]
Swiss Alps Tragedy: New Year’s Eve Bar Disaster – Jan 3, 2026
Good morning, everyone, or good evening, depending on where you are in this vast, spinning world of ours. It’s Alvin here, your voice from Greenground, settling in with a warm cup of something strong to guide us through the stories shaping our day. Picture us […]
Extreme Weather, Tensions Rise Globally: Snowstorms, Earthquake, Explosions Shake January 2026 – 1/3/2026, 8:29:23 AM
Top world news stories as of January 3, 2026, include severe weather across the US, a deadly fire in Switzerland, a thwarted terror plot, an earthquake in Mexico, escalating tensions in Iran with a US warning, and explosions in Venezuela. US Weather Disruptions Frigid Arctic […]
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025: Oyerinde and Solomon Unveil Secrets to Building Engaged Audiences
Tade Oyerinde and Teddy Solomon Share Secrets to Building Engaged Audiences at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 In an era dominated by information overload, Tade Oyerinde and Teddy Solomon delivered game-changing insights on cultivating engaged audiences during their session at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025. The duo, speaking on […]