Hackers took over robovacs to chase pets and yell slurs

The Deebot X2 Omni. | Photo by Jennifer Pattison Tuohy / The Verge

Someone gained access to Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni robotic vacuums across several US cities earlier this year and used them to chase pets and yell racist slurs at their owners, reported ABC News in Australia this week.

The outlet spoke with multiple Deebot X2 owners who say their Deebot X2s had been hacked in May, including Minnesota lawyer Daniel Swenson, who said he was watching TV with his family when a noise “like...

‘It’s very touching’: Hurricane scientist’s ashes released into Milton’s eye

The tribute to NOAA radar specialist and researcher Peter Dodge took place less than 24 hours before Milton made landfall in Siesta Key near Sarasota, Florida.

As an award-winning scientist, Peter Dodge had made hundreds of flights into the eyes of hurricanes—almost 400. On Tuesday, a crew on a reconnaissance flight into Hurricane Milton helped him make one more, dropping his ashes into the storm as a lasting tribute to the longtime National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration radar...

Just 20 Things From Target To Keep Your Kids Entertained On A Rainy Day Spent Indoors

These activities will keep even the most active child entertained when being outdside is simply not an option.

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Teammates defend Mbappé after nightclub reports

Wesley Fofana has come out in defence of France captain Kylian Mbappé after reports emerged that the Real Madrid forward had been in a nightclub in Sweden on the night of his team's UEFA Nations League win over Israel.

NYT's The Mini crossword answers for October 12, 2024

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections —...

If You’re Tired Of Spending Money On New Toys, Here Are 27 That Reviewers Say Their Kids Loved Playing With For At *Least* A Year

The next generation of classic toys.

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Metaphor: ReFantazio is the rare fantasy game that goes beyond racism 101

Image: Atlus

Atlus’ game tackles tough subjects with refreshing nuance, catapulting it beyond simply being ‘Persona with swords.’

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Meta suggests AI Northern Lights pics are as good as the real thing

Meta has a suggestion for folks like me who forgot to go outside and look at the Northern Lights on Thursday night: just use AI to fake it! But Threads users who replied to Meta’s idea, posted along with three AI-generated images of the Aurora Borealis Meta last night, seem to disagree.

Here’s Meta’s post:

The images show the Northern Lights hovering over the Golden Gate Bridge, over a city skyline, and over a ferris wheel. It’s clearly meant to latch onto a trending...

18 Pet Products To Buy *Before* Winter, So You’re Prepared When Cold Weather Strikes

Click for dogs in turtlenecks.

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Tigers' Carpenter not in lineup for decisive G5

Tigers slugger Kerry Carpenter is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's decisive Game 5 of the ALDS against the Guardians.

Halloween 2024 storyscream: the best spooky things to watch and play

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A curated selection of the best new horror games, movies, and TV shows to check out.

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Apple’s cheapest iPads are still steeply discounted following Prime Day

Stepping up to the 10th-gen iPad nets you a modern design, a faster processor, and — yes — support for USB-C. | Photo by Dan Seifert / The Verge

There have been plenty of rumors swirling regarding a new iPad Mini for more than a year now, but most indicators point toward a processor bump and little else. We haven’t heard much about a new entry-level iPad, though, which makes it a great time to pick up either the ninth- or 10th-gen model — both of which are still on sale for...

The Inspiration You Need To Get Your Life More Together Is On This List Of 36 Useful Things

Because you're finally ready to attack the resolutions you made at the top of the year.

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Sorry, But It's Actually Physically, Mentally, And Emotionally Impossible Not To Laugh At Every Single One Of These Pictures

Let me catch my breath.

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If Ice Cream Is Your All-Time Favorite Dessert, You'll Proooooooobably Find This Showdown Pretty Challenging

I LOVE cookie dough!

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26 Korean Beauty Products That You’ll Wish You’d Known About Sooner

"Where has this been all my life..." —A reviewer after trying out this miracle-working cleansing oil.

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63 Kitchen Products That Are Totally Worth The Space *And* The Money You Spend On 'Em

"From a person who has cooked for 30+ years, I can say is one of the best items I have ever had in my kitchen." —a reviewer of the TikTok-famous veggie chopper

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9 Best Sunscreens, WIRED Tested and Reviewed

We spent all summer road-testing sunscreen, from mineral and chemical to tinted and spray versions. These are our top picks in each category.

A Mystery Repeats: Harris Up 4 in Pennsylvania, and Trump Up 6 in Arizona

Being uncertain about our earlier poll results but finding almost the same numbers the next time around.

Goths And Spooky Season Fans Alike Are Having A Hard Time Choosing Between These Tim Burton Movies

Contrary to popular belief, Burton did not direct The Nightmare Before Christmas.

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