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Right to Repair

Sonos Makes It Clear: You No Longer Own The Things You Buy

Modern 'smart' hardware now comes with hidden expiration dates that encourage waste, piss off consumers, and put the entire internet at risk.
Karl Bode
Matthew Gault
1.22.20
High Society
22:39

Why are so many young men taking Viagra?

Why are more and more young men using Viagra? Obi, a 24-year-old man who would like to stop relying on Viagra, explores what’s behind this new boner renaissance and whether young men like him really should be taking erectile dysfunction medication.
impeachment trial

You'd Think the Senate Would Have Better Snacks for a Historic Impeachment Trial

The senators could be very hangry as they decide Trump's fate.
Paul Blest
1.22.20
plastic

It's Not Just the Oceans: Our Air Is Filled With Microplastics, Too

All over the world, we're breathing plastic.
Becky Ferreira
1.22.20
Iranian missile strike

More U.S. Troops Injured in Iran Missile Attack Are Being Shipped to Germany for Treatment

“Given the nature of injuries already noted, it is possible additional injuries may be identified in the future,” the Pentagon statement read.
Paul Blest
1.22.20
Hacking

Here Is the Technical Report Suggesting Saudi Arabia’s Prince Hacked Jeff Bezos’ Phone

Motherboard has obtained the report made by FTI Consulting into how Crown Prince Mohammad Bin Salman allegedly hacked Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos's phone.
Kim Zetter
Joseph Cox
1.22.20
Food

Materials Scientists Learn We’ve Been Brewing Espresso All Wrong

“Overall, I think honestly this might be one of the most comprehensive studies of espresso ever.”
Maddie Bender
1.22.20
Mozilla

Mozilla Wants Young People to Consider ‘Ethical Issues’ Before Taking Jobs in Tech

A new guide 'With Great Tech Comes Great Responsibility' arrives during a period of backlash on campuses, where tech companies like Amazon and Palantir recruit.
Lauren Kaori Gurley
1.22.20
Crime

Stepmom in Utah Could Still Go to Jail for Hanging Drywall Topless in Her Own Home

At some point, her three stepchildren walked in and saw her breasts.
Emma Ockerman
1.22.20
Health

Keep Activity Trackers the Hell Away From Perfect Little Chunky Baby Legs

A recent study used tiny accelerometers to compare how infants' movement related with their body fat percentage.
Hannah Smothers
1.22.20
internet shutdown

How Internet Shutdowns Became a Weapon of Repression

40% more countries cut communications in 2019 over 2018 — and many of the shutdowns lasted longer.
Milena Mikael-Debass
1.22.20
feuds

Tulsi Gabbard Is Now Suing Hillary Clinton for $50 Million Because Why Not?

Clinton called her a "Russian asset" a few months ago and the lawsuit alleges voters are taking it seriously.
Daniel Newhauser
1.22.20
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