Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

Carlos Rodón got back on the mound for the first time in over a week. The New York Yankees' lefty threw a bullpen session at George M. Steinbrenner Field, a small but important step in his recovery ...

(NEXSTAR) — It’s September, which typically indicates an Apple event is coming up. With it will come a new, massive update, complete with features like Liquid Glass, more design options, and expanded ...

Apple has "run into snags" testing the more personalized, smarter version of Siri that's planned for iOS 26.4, reports Bloomberg. Because of the issues, the upcoming ‌Siri‌ features will be spread ...

Macy is a writer on the AI Team. She covers how AI is changing daily life and how to make the most of it. This includes writing about consumer AI products and their real-world impact, from ...

The Super Bowl included another prime example of the existence — and value — of inside information in pro football. In the days preceding the game, the Patriots and quarterback Drake Maye did ...

When it comes to caring for houseplants, one of the biggest challenges is ensuring they stay hydrated—especially when you’re planning to be away from home for an extended period. Whether it’s a ...

A hacker tricked Cline’s Claude-powered workflow into installing OpenClaw on computers. A hacker tricked Cline’s Claude-powered workflow into installing OpenClaw on computers. is a London-based ...

Max Homa, left, says that Brooks Koepka and any other LIV stars who return to the PGA Tour will help the product. Stacy Revere / Getty Images PHOENIX — It was a sleepier afternoon than the WM Phoenix ...