Skateboarding is often seen as a world of freedom and self-expression, but for those who navigate its challenges, it can be a battleground. For John Gardner, pro skater turned social worker, the sport has been a catalyst for growth, understanding, and healing. His journey with mental health is deepl
Meet JD Vance, a 40-year-old Republican from Ohio who's stirring up conversations. Some people are comparing him to Sarah Palin, the former Alaska governor known for her strong conservative views and big headlines. But while Palin made waves as the vice presidential nominee in 2008, Vance has been a
The vice presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, and Mike Pence against Mark Warner, offered a unique perspective on the 2024 presidential election. Vance's strategy to improve his image by attacking Trump and praising Walz raised questions about its effectiveness in improving his pe
Imagine a sparkling new temple planned for the desert landscape of Las Vegas. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has big plans, but local residents aren't so sure. They're worried about light pollution, noise, and increased traffic in their quiet neighborhoods. Yet, the church believes
Google is introducing a new feature in its AI-generated search summaries: ads. If you’re hunting for solutions, like removing grass stains from your pants, the AI might suggest products that could help, listed under a “sponsored” label. This change is part of a broader rollout in the US on mobile de
The world of smartphones is about to get a whole lot prettier. Google, known for its innovative designs and feature-rich devices, has just unveiled some stunning floral-inspired wallpapers that are set to revolutionize the way we interact with our screens. With four unique designs to choose from, th
Sometimes, you have to start from scratch to make something amazing. Sometimes, you already have most of the ingredients, but you have to do some improvising to make the thing sing. Until today, TechCrunch was in the latter camp. Top reporters who know how to get to the bottom of a story? Check. Mus
Greetings from the Orbiting HQ! As you can see, we've refreshed the site design. We hope you'll come to love it. Ars Technica is a little more than 26 years old, yet this is only our ninth site relaunch (number eight was rolled out way back in 2016!). We think the Ars experience gets better with eac
President Biden has made his stance clear — he’s not on board with an Israeli attack on Iran’s nuclear weapons sites. This comes amid rising tensions between the two countries, with Iran recently launching 200 rockets at Israel. But these rockets didn't do much damage and no one got hurt. The recen
Imagine a tiny mountain town, 20 miles east of Asheville, suddenly turned upside down. Hurricane Helene brought devastation to Swannanoa, with floodwaters reaching heights of at least 10 feet in some spots. The Whitson Avenue Bridge, which crosses the Swannanoa River, collapsed under the sudden down
