Bizarre Virus-like ‘Obelisks’ Found in Human Mouths and Guts

Our mouths and guts are teeming with mysterious somethings that are unknown to science, new research suggests. A team says theyve discovered distinct virus-like structures hanging out among the bacteria that live in our bodies. Viruses are small packages of genetic material made of either DNA or RNA enclosed inside a protective protein shell. An illustration of bacteria and viruses.Illustration: MP Art (Shutterstock) Scientists still argue over whether this inherently parasitic attribute disqualifies viruses from being considered a form of life....

January 30, 2024 · 1 min · 183 words · Michael Hunter

Circle to Search Is the Best New Android Feature in Years

I loveCircle to Searchon theSamsung Galaxy S24 Ultra. It has added multitasking to Android that I have not felt in a long time. At its core, Circle to Search is not an entirely groundbreaking feature. Circle to Search can be used with the built-in S Pen on the Galaxy S24 Ultra.Photo: Florence Ion / Gizmodo It snaps a screenshot and then transcribes any words or pictures you highlight into a Google Search....

January 30, 2024 · 2 min · 267 words · Michele Mendoza

Cursive Handwriting Could Make Your Idiot Kid Smarter, Study Suggests

To put that in simpler termsin case you havent held a pen in a whilehandwriting seems better for learning. The results were conclusive: brain connectivity patterns were more elaborate when students wielded the pen. News from the future, delivered to your present. Photo: Irina Wilhauk / Shutterstock.com (Shutterstock)

January 30, 2024 · 1 min · 48 words · Kimberly Salas

Cyberattack Hits Office of Georgia DA Prosecuting Trump Case

Still, authorities have not yet said definitively what kind of attack has occurred. Over the weekend, Fulton County government learned of a widespread system outage. This incident has been reported to law enforcement and is under active investigation. Photo: CHRISTIAN MONTERROSA/AFP (Getty Images) That investigation is still in the early stages, so we will be providing limited information at this time. A grand jury indictedindicted Trump, along with 18 co-defendants, on numerous racketeering charges last summer....

January 30, 2024 · 1 min · 147 words · Jeremy Johnson

Daredevil Born AgainSet Pictures Tease the Return of Some Netflix Icons

Ayo Edebiri is the latest star to leave Marvels Thunderbolts. New Dune Part 2 pictures tease Feyd-Rautha Harkonnens arrival. Duncan Jones Rogue Trooper movie reveals its cast. Image: Marvel Studios Plus, Adam Scott starts running as Severance season 2 enters production. Their mission: hunt down the man who betrayed them! Details on her character are not available at this time. Want more io9 news? News from the future, delivered to your present....

January 30, 2024 · 1 min · 90 words · Tammy Martinez

Here’s What Reviewers Are Saying About the Apple Vision Pro

Apples Vision Pro is set to make landfallfrom the companys Cupertino spaceship headquarters Friday. Still, those who got to spend time with it early could finally break their silence Tuesday morning. Stein wrote that hand and eye tracking even works in low-light conditions. The Vision Pro comes with two straps, and most reviewers have found the one with the top piece more comfortable.Photo: Christoph Dernbach/picture alliance (Getty Images) She described it as big and heavy, even with the band that included a top strap....

January 30, 2024 · 1 min · 209 words · Cathy Johnson

NASA’s Space Shuttle Looks Launch Ready for the First Time in Years

For more spaceflight in your life, follow us onX(formerly Twitter) and bookmark Gizmodos dedicatedSpaceflight page. News from the future, delivered to your present. The Endeavour orbiter was hoisted atop an external tank and two solid boosters.Photo: Ashley Landis (AP) A view of the installation process.Photo: Ashley Landis (AP) Endeavour en route to its new vertical display.Photo: CA Science Center (AP)

January 30, 2024 · 1 min · 60 words · Eddie Hardin

Netflix’sAvatarIs Making Sokka Less Sexist, But for Bad Reasons

However, for the new show, this will apparently be removed. Yeah, totally, Ian Ousley, who plays Sokka, replied. There are things that were redirected just because it might play a little differently [in live action]. Is it bad that Sokka is sexist? Its not some kind of dated reference that gets removed to make a modern adaptation more inclusive or PC. Its part of the text. Part of the characters DNA....

January 30, 2024 · 1 min · 125 words · Michael Allen

Nintendo, Monsters of the Dark Universe, and More Collide at Universal’s Epic Theme Park

The highly anticipated Epic Universe at the Universal Studios Orlando Resort has officially announced its franchise worlds. I think that its just going to feed the imagination of so many people of all ages. Take a look below for a preview and more info on each portal! Image: Universal Destinations and Experiences Super Nintendo World Were excited for this one because in Orlando theres lots of room to play. My monster-loving heart is just getting the takeaway that the Universal Monsters are finally getting their theme park due....

January 30, 2024 · 1 min · 186 words · Kathryn Hill

Optimus Prime Gets an Ultra Update in New Transformers HasLab Project

In the world of Transformers,Optimus Prime is the guy. Hasbro just announcedits newest HasLab projectand its set in the world of Transformers. Together, the pair create the massive Omega Prime, which measures almost two feet tall when combined. Image: Hasbro Plus, every Transformer needs a sidekick, and Prime gets him in the form of Bluebolts. As of publication, about 3,000 already have signed up. News from the future, delivered to your present....

January 30, 2024 · 1 min · 72 words · Dillon Simpson

Philips Halts Sales of Sleep Apnea Machines After Pumping Dangerous Foam Into People’s Lungs

The problem left patients stuck choosing between dangerous machines or untreated sleep problems. Further testing related to the sleep therapy and ventilator devices remains ongoing. The consent decree still has to be approved by a judge before it goes into effect. Photo: Ann Marie Walkington / Shutterstock.com (Shutterstock) The FDA declined to comment until the decree has been signed and submitted to the court. Update 01/30/2024, 12:13 p.m. ET: This story has been updated with a response from the US Food and Drug Administration....

January 30, 2024 · 1 min · 92 words · Brandi Garza

Samsung Confirms It’s Considering Making You Pay for Galaxy AI in the Future

You wont need to pay for Samsungs latest Galaxy S24 AI featuresat least not foranother two years. Most notably, Samsung specified it would keep its AI cost-free,but only until the end of 2025. Some customers would be fine with free AI, in whatever form that takes in the year after next. The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is packed to the gills with free AI features, though they might not remain free in two years’ time....

January 30, 2024 · 1 min · 160 words · Joshua Estes

Star Trek‘s Section 31 Movie Has Found Its Stars

Today the studio officially confirmed that Section 31 production has begun in Toronto, Canada. Want more io9 news? News from the future, delivered to your present. Image: Paramount Pacific Rims TV Show Drifts to Prime Video Good news for giant robot fans.

January 30, 2024 · 1 min · 42 words · Kristin Alexander