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Ryan Reynolds Fesses Up to Leaking ‘Deadpool’ Test Footage

The big reason we have a Deadpool film trilogy is because of leaked test footage for the first movie back in 2014. It’s since become generally agreed upon that leading man Ryan Reynolds probably had something to do with it, and now the actor himself has gone and said he leaked it, yeah. Talking to Entertainment Weekly at TIFF, Reynolds said the leak may have been “cheating,” but done with the best of intentions. “I think I was onto something that people would be interested in,” he told the outl

AMC Hopes Its New Slash Pass Lures Horror Fans Into Theaters

This weekend’s The Conjuring: Last Rites kicks off fall’s slate of horror movies, and AMC Theaters wants to use the occasion to get more butts in seats. Enter, the Slash Pass. Beginning with Last Rites, theatergoers can use the Pass to see six participating horror movies, or do different combinations like seeing one of the specific movies with five of their friends. Horror movies tend to do pretty well financially, something AMC’s senior marketing VP Ellen Copaken highlighted in the press relea

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Gael Cooper CNET editor Gael Fashingbauer Cooper, a journalist and pop-culture junkie, is co-author of "Whatever Happened to Pudding Pops? The Lost Toys, Tastes and Trends of the '70s and '80s," as well as "The Totally Sweet '90s." She's been a journalist since 1989, working at Mpls.St.Paul Magazine, Twin Cities Sidewalk, the Minneapolis Star Tribune, and NBC News Digital. She's Gen X in birthdate, word and deed. If Marathon candy bars ever come back, she'll be first in line.

Starlink Halves the Cost of Its Dish for New Sign-Ups

For households in rural areas or regions where traditional ISPs still fall short, Starlink has become a lifeline for fast, reliable internet. The satellite service has opened up access in places that once had few options, and now it's rolling out one of its most affordable offers yet for new customers. Right now, the Starlink standard kit is marked down to $175, which is a 50% cut from its usual $349 price. Unlike past promotions that were limited to certain areas, this discount is available na

6 Things Causing Poor Air Quality in Your Home, According to an Expert

If you don't live in an area that is commonly exposed to wildfire smoke, smog or other forms of outdoor air pollution, it's easy to believe that you're in the clear -- literally -- regarding the air quality in your living space. "Unfortunately, our indoor air is not as healthy as you may think," says Michael Rubino, founder of HomeCleanse, chairman of Change the Air Foundation, and host of the Never Been Sicker podcast. According to Dr. James Langer, a Materials Science Engineer and CEO of Colo

This Digital Frame Lets You Make Custom Art For Your Walls in Seconds

SwitchBot arrived at IFA (Innovation for All) 2025 with a lot to show off, including fluffy home Kata robots and the Acemate Tennis Robot, complete with training programs. But what really caught my smart home eyes was an application of generative AI I've never seen before. SwitchBot introduced an AI Art Frame, and it represents a completely new future for at-home wall art. The AI Art Frame's concept and design are easy to grasp and made me wonder why the idea wasn't already more widespread. It

Apple's iPhone 17 Event Is Just Two Days Away. Here's How to Watch

Apple's annual fall iPhone launch event is just days away. The keynote kicks off Tuesday at 10 a.m. PT. Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 17 lineup, which could include a slimmer version of the phone, as well as the Apple Watch Series 11 and the AirPods Pro 3. The invite, which Apple sent on Aug. 26, shows the title "Awe Dropping," with a dynamic Apple logo that seems to reference Siri's colorful glow. There's also an interactive element when you view the invite on Apple.com. With a finge

The Apple Watch Ultra 3 Reveal Could Be a Few Days Away

By this time next week, we'll know exactly what Apple has planned for its new Apple Watch lineup. But one thing already seems very likely: a refreshed version of the rugged Ultra. Not only is it due for an upgrade (the Ultra 2 debuted in September 2023), but Apple may have actually dropped the biggest clue yet. Buried in the public beta of iOS 26 (first spotted by MacRumors) are screen specs that don't match any existing Apple Watch model on the market, hinting at the arrival of an Apple Watch U

About to Buy a New iPhone? Here's Why You Should Definitely Wait

If you're ready to upgrade your iPhone, you might want to hang tight. Apple's fall event is happening on Tuesday, during which it's expected to debut the iPhone 17 lineup. So if you wait just a bit longer, you can either score the latest device or get a discount on previous models. Preorders for new iPhones typically open up the Friday after they're announced, meaning you'll likely be able to place an order for the iPhone 17 starting Sept. 12. The phones usually ship a week later. Watch this:

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Lights With Ears: Lepro's New AI-Powered Lighting Listens to Your Plans

Lighting company Lepro pulled up to IFA (Innovation for All) 2025 with a fun new trick I've haven't seen before in home lighting: Centerpiece lights with microphones equipped to hear voice commands and an LLM-style AI to interpret them. Lepro calls this new line the AI Lighting Pro series. It includes an ultra-stylish tabletop lamp designed like a planetary orbit model, an LED strip light, a neon rope light and a thin floor lamp. One thing they all have in common -- a mic listening for the wake

Sunday Night Football: How to Watch Ravens vs. Bills Tonight

The first Sunday Night Football game of the season is the best matchup of week 1, with the Bills hosting the Ravens tonight in Buffalo. Both teams are again among the favorites in the AFC to get to the Super Bowl, and each has an MVP QB. Josh Allen of the Bills won the award last season, and Baltimore's Lamar Jackson earned the honor the season before that. The Bills knocked the Ravens out the playoffs last year, so tonight gives the Ravens a chance to start the new season off by exacting reven

I Tried Gemini's 'Nano Bananas' for Image Editing. The AI Slipups Were Obvious

After seeing all the banana-fanfare for Google's newest generative AI tool, I knew I had to take it for a spin. Named Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, the model upgrades your ability to edit your photos natively in Gemini. AI enthusiasts have referred to it as the "nano bananas" model, spurred on by a series of banana-themed teasers from Google execs. In the few weeks it's been out, people have created over 200 million AI images, and over 10 million people have signed up to use the Gemini app, according

A Rare Blood Moon and Total Lunar Eclipse Make an Appearance on Sunday

Fresh on the heels of August's black moon is September's full moon, which will be among the most interesting full moons of 2025. It's coming with a total lunar eclipse, making it a blood moon. If you're in the US, you won't be able to see the upcoming lunar eclipse, but the moon should still appear redder than usual. The total lunar eclipse will be visible primarily in Asia, Australia, Eastern Europe and Eastern Africa. Most of the rest of Europe and Africa will see a partial eclipse, while Nor

Steelers vs. Jets Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 1 Online Today

When to watch the Steelers vs. Jets Sunday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. PT (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Steelers vs. Jets game will air on CBS. It's a homecoming for Aaron Rodgers to start the season, but he'll be visiting a previous house of horrors. After two disastrous seasons with the Jets, the 41-year-old quarterback postponed retirement for another year and signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers, who start the 2025 season on the road against none other than the New York Jets. It's the start o

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Dolphins vs. Colts Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 1 Online Today

When to watch the Dolphins vs. Colts Sunday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. PT (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Dolphins-Colts game will air on CBS. The 2025 season is shaping up to be a make-or-break year for head coach Mike McDaniel and quarterback Tua Tagovailoa in Miami. After making the playoffs in his first two seasons in Miami, McDaniels led the Dolphins to an 8-9 record last season and missed the playoffs. They'll open the year on the road in Indianapolis against a Colts team who are also comi

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Cardinals vs. Saints Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 1 Online Today

When to watch the Cardinals vs. Saints Sunday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. PT (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Cardinals-Saints game will air on CBS. It's shaping up to be a long season in New Orleans. The Saints finished 5-12 last year and are expected to struggle to get to five wins this year. They will start the season with Spencer Rattler at quarterback, who started six games last year and is still looking for his first NFL win. The Saints open the 2025 season against the Arizona Cardinals, who

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Raiders vs. Patriots Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 1 Online Today

When to watch the Raiders vs. Patriots Sunday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. PT (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Raiders-Patriots game will air on CBS. It's the first game for Pete Carroll in Las Vegas and Mike Vrabel in New England. Vrabel takes over a Patriots team hoping to see a leap from second-year quarterback Drake Maye, while Carroll turned to Geno Smith to lead the Raiders offense after the two spent a few years together in Seattle. Both teams are coming off disappointing 4-13 seasons and loo

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Buccaneers vs. Falcons Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 1 Online Today

When to watch the Buccaneers vs. Falcons Sunday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. PT (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Buccaneers-Falcons game will air on Fox. The Buccaneers and Falcons figure to be the two contenders in the NFC South this season, which gives this Week 1 matchup more weight than your typical opening game. The Bucs won the division last year ahead of the Falcons, who finished a distant second. It's a new era in Atlanta with second-year QB Michael Penix Jr. taking the reins, while Baker Ma

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Giants vs. Commanders Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 1 Online Today

When to watch the Giants vs. Commanders Sunday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. PT (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Giants-Commanders game will air on CBS. The Commanders were the surprise team of 2024, with rookie QB Jayden Daniels leading Washington to a 12-5 record in the regular season before making a playoff run to the NFL championship game. Their attempt to return to the playoffs this year begins with a divisional matchup at home against the Giants, who are looking to rebound from a 3-14 disaster o

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Bengals vs. Browns Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 1 Online Today

When to watch the Bengals vs. Browns Sunday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. PT (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Bengals-Browns game will air on Fox. These two AFC North rivals open the season in Cleveland with the Bengals looking to return to the playoffs after a two-year absence. The Bengals are again hoping their offensive trio of quarterback Joe Burrow and receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins can put up enough points to offset any shortcomings on defense. The Browns, meanwhile, are looking to re

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Panthers vs. Jaguars Livestream: How to Watch NFL Week 1 Online Today

When to watch the Panthers vs. Jaguars Sunday, Sept. 7, at 1 p.m. PT (10 a.m. ET). Where to watch The Panthers-Jaguars game will air on Fox. The Panthers and Jaguars were two of the worst teams in the league last year, and if their respective quarterbacks don't improve this season, each will examine its supposed franchise QB closely. It's Year 3 in Carolina for former first overall pick Bryce Young, who showed some improvement last season in head coach Dave Canales' first year. It's Year 5

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Porsche’s insanely clever hybrid engine comes to the 911 Turbo S

Today, Porsche debuted a new 911 variant at the IAA Mobility show in Munich, Germany. It's the most powerful 911 to date, excluding some limited-run models, and may well be the quickest to 60 mph from a standing start, dispatching that dash in just 2.4 seconds. And it's all thanks to one of the most interesting hybrid powertrains on sale today. Rather than just bolting an electric motor to an existing 911, Porsche designed an entirely new 3.6 L flat-six engine, taking the opportunity to ditch t

The New Math of Quantum Cryptography

The original version of this story appeared in Quanta Magazine. Hard problems are usually not a welcome sight. But cryptographers love them. That’s because certain hard math problems underpin the security of modern encryption. Any clever trick for solving them will doom most forms of cryptography. Several years ago, researchers found a radically new approach to encryption that lacks this potential weak spot. The approach exploits the peculiar features of quantum physics. But unlike earlier qua

How to Add WIRED as a Preferred Source on Google (2025)

As you’ve probably noticed, Google has gotten … weird lately. Weirder? It can be hard to find the search results you’re looking for. Between AI summaries and algorithm changes resulting in unexpected sources, it can be tricky to navigate the most popular search engine in the world. (And publishers are feeling the strain, too.) Earlier this year, Google updated its algorithm. This is nothing new—Google updates its algorithms hundreds of times per year, with anywhere from two to four major “core

A really cheap way to get really smart lights

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Computer chips, with a side of forever chemicals

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Wake Up Dead Man adds a delightfully dark twist to Knives Out

When director Rian Johnson introduced the new Knives Out film on the third day of TIFF 2025, he exclaimed: “we’re going back to church.” By that he meant that Wake Up Dead Man, the latest Benoit Blanc mystery, would harken back to the origins of the whodunit, and in particular the gothic vibes of Edgar Allan Poe. And now that I’ve seen it, I have to say that Johnson pulled it off: the new movie has a darker and more spiritual feel than its predecessors, and yet it’s still distinctly Knives Out,

Volkswagen rounds out new lineup of affordable EVs with ID. Cross concept

is transportation editor with 10+ years of experience who covers EVs, public transportation, and aviation. His work has appeared in The New York Daily News and City & State. Everyone basically agrees: if you want people to transition from polluting gas guzzlers to electric cars, you have to make them more affordable. The luxury EVs, with their big battery packs and fine leather interiors, are all well and good, but if you really want to move the needle on EV adoption, we need more entry-level o

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TIFF 2025: Frankenstein, Knives Out 3, and all the biggest movies from Toronto

The Toronto International Film Festival is almost like a preview of the movie slate for the next few months — and this year I’m watching as much as possible to give you all the scoop on what’s ahead. To do that, I’ll be writing a dispatch covering every movie I’ve seen that day, which will run daily throughout most of the festival. That includes bigger movies you probably already know about, like Netflix’s Wake Up Dead Man and Frankenstein, along with hopefully some great new films you maybe wer

Microsoft says Azure affected after cables cut in the Red Sea

In Brief Microsoft said Saturday that clients of its Azure cloud platform might experience increased latency after multiple undersea cables were cut in the Red Sea, as reported in Bloomberg. In a status update, the company said traffic going through the Middle East or ending in Asia or Europe had been affected. It did not say who had cut the cables or why. “Undersea fiber cuts can take time to repair, as such we will continuously monitor, rebalance, and optimize routing to reduce customer imp