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Study of Buddhist Monks Finds Meditation Alters Brain Activity

If you’ve ever considered practicing meditation, you might believe you should relax, breathe, and empty your mind of distracting thoughts. Novices tend to think of meditation as the brain at rest, but a new international study concludes that this ancient practice is quite the opposite: Meditation is a state of heightened cerebral activity that profoundly… Continue reading Study of Buddhist Monks Finds Meditation Alters Brain Activity

‘Heated Rivalry’ Is Bringing New Fans to Hockey. Does the Sport Deserve Them?

The NHL also pointed WIRED to its partnerships with Pride organizations around the US, Canada, and Australia, as well as pro-inclusivity organization You Can Play, which it’s been working with since 2013. The league said it will be hosting its third annual Pride Cup in 2026. NHL commissioner Gary Bettman has said he “binged” Heated… Continue reading ‘Heated Rivalry’ Is Bringing New Fans to Hockey. Does the Sport Deserve Them?

ICE Is Crashing the US Court System in Minnesota

The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operation in Minnesota is pushing the United States court system to its breaking point. Since Operation Metro Surge began in December, federal immigration agents have arrested some 4,000 people, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The result is an avalanche of cases filed in the US district… Continue reading ICE Is Crashing the US Court System in Minnesota

Olympics

After today’s results in the mixed curling, the semifinal spots are secured. Britain, USA, Italy and Sweden are through to the final four. Britain sits atop the standings at 8-1 after its victory over Italy, while USA’s 6-2 record secures second place, following tonight’s win over Estonia. Defending gold medalists Italy (5-3) sit in third… Continue reading Olympics

Toyota is already offering a $5,000 discount and 0% financing on its new EVs

The 2026 C-HR and bZ Woodland electric SUVs are just arriving at dealerships, and Toyota is already discounting them. Toyota offers discounts and 0% interest rates on new EVs While the new 2027 Highlander EV, Toyota’s first three-row electric SUV, is stealing the spotlight, the new C-HR and bZ Woodland quietly went on sale. The… Continue reading Toyota is already offering a $5,000 discount and 0% financing on its new EVs

Toyota reveals the Highlander EV as first 3-row electric SUV with 320 miles range [Images]

Toyota’s first three-row electric SUV is finally here. The 2027 Highlander EV can drive up to 320 miles on a single charge, has a built-in NACS port, and a sharp new look. The Highlander is Toyota’s most impressive electric SUV so far. Here’s our first look. Meet the three-row 2027 Toyota Highlander EV We knew… Continue reading Toyota reveals the Highlander EV as first 3-row electric SUV with 320 miles range [Images]

Hyundai is reportedly looking to supply Waymo with 50,000 IONIQ 5 for robotaxis

Hyundai IONIQ 5 with Waymo autonomous driving tech (Source: Hyundai) Hyundai Motor is reportedly looking to supply Waymo with 50,000 IONIQ 5 autonomous vehicles by 2028 in what would amount to a roughly $2.5 billion deal, and if it goes through, it would be a massive signal that the robotaxi industry is entering a new… Continue reading Hyundai is reportedly looking to supply Waymo with 50,000 IONIQ 5 for robotaxis

Tesla calls police on IG Metall rep at Giga Berlin works council meeting before critical vote

Tesla filed a criminal complaint and called police to its Gigafactory Berlin after accusing an IG Metall union representative of secretly recording a closed works council meeting on Tuesday. Police seized the representative’s laptop. The incident comes just three weeks before roughly 11,000 employees vote in a works council election that could reshape the future… Continue reading Tesla calls police on IG Metall rep at Giga Berlin works council meeting before critical vote

Tesla launches Cybertruck V2G program in Texas, earning money with your truck’s battery pack

Tesla Cybertruck Powershare Installation Tesla has launched its first vehicle-to-grid (V2G) program in the United States, starting in select Texas markets. The “Powershare Grid Support” program allows Cybertruck owners to discharge their truck’s massive 123 kWh battery, equivalent to roughly nine Powerwalls, back to the grid during high-demand events and earn bill credits in return.… Continue reading Tesla launches Cybertruck V2G program in Texas, earning money with your truck’s battery pack