The key to early detection could soon be folded in your dresser drawer. Researchers in the UK are developing an AI T-shirt that should one day help doctors identify heart conditions more easily and efficiently than a traditional electrocardiogram (EKG). The lead researchers have said they’re developing this piece of wearable tech in large part … Read more
It sounds like something from a science fiction novel, but Alabama officials’ plan to use robots to improve care for rural pregnant women and their babies is real. During a January White House roundtable touting the first grants to states under a new $50 billion rural health fund, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator … Read more
Tesla unveiled a cheaper Cybertruck variant in the US late Thursday and slashed the price of its most-expensive model, Cyberbeast, as the electric-vehicle maker struggles to find buyers for its pickup trucks. The Cybertruck was touted by CEO Elon Musk as a futuristic competitor to mass market pickup trucks from legacy brands such as Ford, but multiple recalls and quality control … Read more
The sound of silence is getting louder in America — and the tech world is listening. Across the country, the number of people living with some degree of hearing loss is rising, with cases expected to jump from 44 million in 2020 to more than 73 million by 2060. And the consequences stretch far beyond … Read more
It’s a different kind of false confidence. Not only is AI getting harder to spot, but now we don’t even know that we’re wrong. Australian scientists found that people are becoming overconfident about their ability to tell real and digital faces apart, which can make us susceptible to misinformation and fraud. “People have been confident … Read more
Disney alum Christy Carlson Romano is getting candid about a frightening new health scare. The “Even Stevens” star revealed in an emotional Instagram video, posted Feb. 17, that she and her husband, Brendan Rooney, recently underwent precautionary cancer screenings because the disease runs in her family. “My husband’s came back completely negative. Mine did not … Read more
Travel rental platform Airbnb is rolling out a $750 incentive to attract new hosts in the 16 North American cities gearing up to welcome millions of visitors for the FIFA World Cup in mid-2026. New “entire home” hosts who successfully fulfill their first guest stay between now and July 31 will qualify for the payout under the program, Airbnb said, describing it as … Read more
Maia Hirsch’s affinity for fashion design doesn’t STEM from a lifelong love of luxe labels like Chanel, Hermès and Dior. While admittedly an appreciator of haute finery, Hirsch, 24, a mechanical engineer based in upstate Ithaca, is more fascinated with scientific systems and robotics than imported silks and lambskin leather. But when the pandemic erupted in … Read more
Got milk? This new wearable can tell you exactly how much. Coro, a first-of-its-kind breastfeeding monitor from Irish startup Coroflo, made its debut this month at the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, where it snagged several awards, including Best Parent Tech. At first glance, the device looks like a classic silicone nipple shield … Read more
The clock is Tikking on tweens’ social media use. Amid government-sponsored social media clampdowns, TikTok is rolling out a new AI-powered age-detection tech across Europe that allows it to identify and purge accounts belonging to kids under the age of 13. The new AI age control system analyzes profile info, posted clips, and posting patterns … Read more
Freaky geeks, rejoice! You can now broadcast your sex from your specs. Thanks to sophisticated advances in tech-XXX-nology, OnlyFans models — with bad vision or just an affinity for artificially-intelligent accessories — will soon be able to livestream their steamiest content with a $299 pair of AI-powered eyewear. “Mentra Live is the only smart glasses … Read more
Step aside, Stanley. Hydrogen water has been gaining traction in wellness circles for years, embraced by biohackers, athletes and longevity enthusiasts chasing extra health benefits in every sip. Now, instead of stocking up on cans and pouches, fans can make it themselves using a smart water bottle that infuses regular H2O with molecular hydrogen gas … Read more
It’s like Life Alert — for the young and dateless. A trending Chinese app is helping combat the nationwide loneliness epidemic by keeping tabs on singletons who live alone to make sure that they’re alive. The grimly dubbed “Are You Dead?” app requires users to click a giant green button with a ghost on it … Read more
Nine in 10 Americans use AI on their phone — but only 38% actually realize that they do. A survey of 2,000 adults explored how AI is used every day, finding that many were unaware of its presence in their everyday lives — like weather alerts (42%), call screening (35%), autocorrect (34%), voice assistants (26%) … Read more
One of the toughest parts of the popular fertility treatment may soon be a thing of the past. Every year, hundreds of thousands of women across the country undergo IVF, a physically and emotionally draining process that involves retrieving multiple eggs from the ovaries and fertilizing them with sperm in a lab. In the weeks … Read more
The future is alive in Las Vegas. The world’s biggest annual tech trade show took over Sin City this week, with innovators from around the globe debuting groundbreaking gadgets set to shape the years ahead. The Post got a front-row seat, scouring thousands of booths at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) to find the most … Read more
Half of Americans say they’re more disconnected than ever — but in a good way, according to new research. In the survey of 2,000 Americans, 50% said they’ve made a point to disconnect digitally and spend less time on screens for their well-being. And young Americans are trailblazing this trend, with more Gen Z (63%) … Read more
Bigger than most walls and designed to double as art, Samsung debuted a 130-inch Micro RGB TV at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, its largest and most advanced display yet. Samsung unveiled what it described as the “world’s largest” Micro RGB TV during the Samsung Electronics First Look event ahead of CES in Las Vegas on … Read more
American Airlines said Tuesday it would launch free in-flight Wi-Fi in partnership with telecom firm AT&T for customers enrolled in the carrier’s loyalty program. Airlines are increasingly competing on free onboard internet access as they vie for loyalty-driven customers. “Free high-speed Wi-Fi isn’t just a perk — it’s essential for today’s travelers,” Heather Garboden, chief customer officer of … Read more
It’s that time of year again: Fridges are stocked with fruits and veggies, gyms are full, and millions of people are determined to make this the year they lose weight and build muscle. Getting in shape tops the list of 2026 resolutions, with nearly half of Americans vowing to exercise more next year. But the … Read more