Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

ICE agents leave a residence after knocking on the door on Jan. 28, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security continues its immigration enforcement operations after two ...

Yesterday, we wrote about Clawdbot, a new AI personal assistant that's achieved viral status in Silicon Valley. Many AI agents have been criticized for over-promising and under-delivering, but early ...

Technology has found its way into just about every facet of our lives, with one of the most prominent recent examples being smart home upgrades and security. Unfortunately, with better consumer ...

Keep an eye on your home while you’re away and prevent package theft with these smart home security cameras and locks. Decades ago, smart home gadgets were an entertaining curiosity that lived inside ...

SUBJECT: Use of Available Department of War Funds for Military Pay and Allowances during the Lapse in Annual Appropriations The current appropriations lapse, which includes a lapse in the annual ...

If you’ve ever worried about leaving your house unlocked or not knowing what’s going on while you’re away, you’re not alone. The SimpliSafe app is here to make home security easier for everyone in ...

The critical role of cybersecurity amid today’s rising threats and how to prepare for it now In the fast-paced world of IT management, staying ahead of threats isn’t just about reacting to new ...

Generative AI virtual assistant Amazon Q was unveiled by AWS CEO Adam Selipsky in 2023. Image: AWS A threat actor managed to insert a data-wiping prompt into Amazon’s AI coding assistant Q in July, ...