Today’s Picks
Bad Connection
Teen Behind Hundreds of Swatting Attacks Pleads Guilty to Federal Charges
Alan Filion, believed to have operated under the handle “Torswats,” admitted to making more than 375 fake threats against schools, places of worship, and government buildings around the United States.
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Golden Goose
Even Under Trump, California (Yes, That Hellscape) Will Keep Moving the World Forward
The state has been written off as a woke wasteland. But it's still inventing the future on a bunch of frontiers nobody's talking about. For the next four years, it will remain a golden, global example.
Reviews and Buying Guides
About Face
The Best Webcams for Looking Brighter and Better
You might see your coworkers in only two dimensions, but don’t let that stop you from looking your best.
Buying Guide
These Are Our Favorite Sheets to Catch Some Z's
Product Review
Kia’s EV3 Has Minecraft Looks and Mighty Range
Pushing the Limit
The Boat That Could Sink the America’s Cup
Originally published in May, 2013: Larry Ellison planned the biggest, fastest and most exciting yacht race ever. Then Team Oracle wrecked one of his catamarans in San Francisco Bay, showing just how fragile the big boat—and event itself—really is.
Out for Blood
The Double Life of an American Lake Monster
Trending Stories
TOP STORIES IN THE LAST 48 HOURS
Politics
A Recent Timeline of Elon Musk Going All In on Trump
Over the last month, Elon Musk has put himself in position to take the credit for a Donald Trump win—or the blame for a loss.
Culture
The Follow-Up to One of 2024’s Best Games May Never Happen
In April, House of the Dragon star Abubakar Salim released Tales of Kenzera: Zau. He already has an idea for an Afro-cyberpunk follow-up, he just has to overcome funding obstacles and YouTube trolls to make it.
Gear
Trump Won. What Will Happen to Electric Vehicles?
Thanks to Elon Musk’s influence, the president-elect has waffled on the future of America’s electric transition.
Culture
The 40 Best Shows on Hulu Right Now
What We Do in the Shadows, La Máquina, and Rivals are just a few of the shows you should be watching on Hulu this month.
