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On Wednesday, Google offered an early preview of its next flagship smart home device, the AI-powered Google Home speaker, launching in spring 2026. The device, priced at $99, will be built around the company’s AI assistant Gemini AI and will come in four colors: Porcelain, Hazel, Berry, and Jade. The somewhat delayed timing of the…

Science is supposed to be fact-based and objective, but new research shows the way it is being used is definitely not. The Northwestern University study found that partisan use of scientific data in policymaking has increased in the past 25 years and confirms a widening gap between Democrats and Republicans. Researchers found Democrats cite science…

If you’re shopping for a new pair of noise-canceling headphones or a cheap set of earbuds — or looking to upgrade — you’re in the right place. We’ve rounded up the best options from Apple, Beats, Bose, Sony, and more. While this is technically an Amazon-focused roundup, we’ve also included retailers that are currently matching…