The latest MSI Crosshair gaming laptop announced at CES today doesn’t make any major changes, but does manage to fit improved specs into less space. According to MSI, the Crosshair 16 Max HX is 14.3 percent thinner than its predecessor, a difference of 2mm. The […]
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Stewart Cheifet, PBS host who chronicled the PC revolution, dies at 87
Cheifet produced more than 400 episodes of TV tracing the rise of personal computing.
The best tech announced at CES 2026 so far
Ahead of the CES show floor officially opening on Tuesday, January 6th, many companies have already announced new tech, gadgets, concepts, and AI-powered upgrades that will be released over this year. Yesterday’s CES Unveiled event delivered even more announcements and reveals. If you’re already struggling […]
Ars readers gave over $42,000 in our 2025 Charity Drive
Ars’ total charity haul since 2007 now tops $585,000.
Global Tensions and Glimpses of Hope: Jan 5, 2026 Headlines Unpacked
Good morning, or should I say good evening, depending on where you find yourself in the world. As we step into the early days of 2026, the global stage is already set ablaze with stories that intrigue and alarm. Imagine us in a quaint café, […]
2026 Kitchen Trend: Modular Designs Dominate Amid Rising Renovation Costs
A Major 2026 Kitchen Trend Is Driven by Rising Costs In 2026, the dominant kitchen trend is flexible, modular, and multi-functional designs that prioritize cost-efficiency amid soaring renovation expenses, allowing homeowners to adapt spaces without full overhauls.[1][2][5] With average midrange remodels hitting $79,000 and upscale […]
U.S. Captures Venezuelan Leader Maduro, Sparks Global Debate Over International Law Violations – 1/5/2026, 12:25:11 PM
Based on the latest reports, the major global news developments include: Venezuela Regime Change U.S. military forces captured and removed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro on Saturday in an unprecedented military operation[1]. Maduro is now in custody on U.S. soil, where Attorney General Pam Bondi states […]
Our annual power ranking of US rocket companies has changes near the top and bottom
There are some fresh faces entering the rankings this year.
U.S. Captures Venezuelan President Maduro; Trump Aims to Control Oil Reserves and Drug Traffic – 1/5/2026, 4:24:23 PM
The most significant global story is the U.S. military capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his subsequent appearance in U.S. federal court[1][2]. President Trump has stated that the United States is “in charge” of Venezuela and is vowing to temporarily “run” the country pending […]
Keep your home warm with the Google Nest Learning Thermostat, now only $230
While everyone is paying attention to the cool new stuff being exhibited at CES at this very moment, there are some good deals to be had on devices that are already available but equally cool. For example, the 4th-gen Google Nest Learning Thermostat, which our […]