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You can save $150 on the OnePlus 13 right now - but hurry, because this deal won't last long

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The Download: three-person babies, and tracking “AI readiness” in the US

Eight babies have been born in the UK thanks to a technology that uses DNA from three people: the two biological parents plus a third person who supplies healthy mitochondrial DNA. The babies were born to mothers who carry genes for mitochondrial diseases and risked passing on severe disorders. In the team’s approach, patients’ eggs are fertilized with sperm, and the DNA-containing nuclei of those cells are transferred into donated fertilized eggs that have had their own nuclei removed. The new

Dell's new Pro Max lineup offers top-tier laptops for sky-high prices

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8 Healthy ‘Three-Parent’ Babies Born in UK Using Pioneering IVF Technique

So-called “three-parent” babies are thriving in the U.K. New clinical trial research shows that several healthy children in the country have been born with the DNA of three people. Doctors at Newcastle University led the study, which involved around two dozen women with a high risk of passing down harmful mutations of their mitochondria to their children. So far, eight kids have been born using an in vitro fertilization (IVF) technique that replaces a mother’s damaged mitochondrial DNA with tha

This hidden Google Maps feature is making people emotional - here's why

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Shopping for a new work laptop? This lightweight LG Gram is on sale for $1,000 off - but hurry!

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5 Kindle accessories every reader should have (and why they make such a big difference)

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I recommend this OnePlus phone over other budget Androids - and it's $100 off

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I've been reviewing TVs for 10 years and these are the best of 2025

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The best streaming lights of 2025: Expert tested for Twitch, TikTok, and YouTube

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If you're a hiker, this is the lightweight power bank I recommend packing

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Researchers announce babies born from a trial of three-person IVF

The study, which makes use of a technology called mitochondrial donation, has been described as a “tour de force” and “a remarkable accomplishment” by others in the field. In the team’s approach, patients’ eggs are fertilized with sperm, and the DNA-containing nuclei of those cells are transferred into donated fertilized eggs that have had their own nuclei removed. The new embryos contain the DNA of the intended parents along with a tiny fraction of mitochondrial DNA from the donor, floating in

You can ask Gemini AI anything directly in Google Chrome - here's how and why you should

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My favorite Bose products are on sale plus an extra 25% discount - if you buy refurbished

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The 45mm Pixel Watch 3 is $100 off on Amazon - get it while the deal lasts

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You can save $150 on the OnePlus 13 at Amazon right now - but there's a catch

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I stock my toolkit with these 10 DIY gadgets (and they're all I need)

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I found the ultimate toolkit for tinkerers - and yes, it's actually practical

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We tested the best AR and MR glasses: Here's how the Meta Ray-Bans stack up

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Need a power bank you can keep in your pocket? I found one for $22 (and it packs a punch)

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The best portable power stations of 2025: Expert tested to last through power outages

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Altermagnets: The first new type of magnet in nearly a century

Researchers have found the first new type of magnet in nearly a century. Now, these strange "altermagnets" could help us build an entirely new type of computer Bekologic Libor Šmejkal has a fondness for the artwork of M. C. Escher, whose work was often inspired by mathematics. One of Šmejkal’s favourite pieces is Horseman, a striking picture that features an elaborate, tessellating series of mounted figures. Strangely enough, it was this piece that inspired him to predict the existence of an e

I recommend these AirPods to most iOS users - here's why

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Your favorite wallpaper app is prettier than ever thanks to its Material 3 Expressive update

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority TL;DR Backdrops has been updated to version 6.0, integrating Google’s Material 3 Expressive design language. UI enhancements include improved carousel, better loading animations, refreshed progress indicators, rounded corners, new icons, and diverse color palette pairings. The facelift improves the visual experience for users who regularly search for wallpapers within the app. Material 3 Expressive is the flavor of the season. We’ve seen plenty of Google ap

Snag the HP Victus 15 laptop for nearly 75% off thanks to this Walmart deal

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Your iPad is getting a huge upgrade for free. 4 features I can't wait to use on iPadOS 26

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My favorite USB-C accessory just got even better with a built-in power meter - and it's only $20

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MP Materials stock rips 20% higher after $500 million Apple deal for rare earth magnets

People look at iPhones at the Apple Fifth Avenue store in New York City on May 23, 2025. Apple and miner MP Materials announced a $500 million deal Tuesday for rare earth magnets and the development of a recycling facility that will reinforce the iPhone maker's U.S. supply chain. MP Materials stock climbed 20%. Shares of Apple were marginally higher. As part of the agreement, Apple will buy rare earth magnets created at the company's facility in Fort Worth, Texas. Both companies will combine

Best note-taking tablets 2025: My hand-picked options for writing notes

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Apple commits $500M to US-based rare-earth recycling firm MP Materials

Apple is investing $500 million in MP Materials, the only fully integrated rare-earth mining company currently operating in the United States, as part of a broader effort to strengthen the domestic rare-earth supply chain. The tech giant announced on Tuesday that with this deal, it’s committed to buying American-made rare-earth magnets developed at MP Materials’ flagship facility in Fort Worth, Texas. The factory will develop a series of neodymium magnet manufacturing lines specifically designe