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Aliens haven't contacted us. Scientists found a compelling reason why.

The universe may teem with tiny alien microbes.

After all, scientists suspect such primitive organisms could even dwell nearby on other worlds in our very solar system — in briny oceans beneath shells of ice. We can't be sure, of course. Microbes can't beam us any messages. (Though we have plans to look for them.)

But scientists have been getting a clearer picture of why no far-off intelligent civilizations — among the trillions and trillions of planets in the universe — have called...

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The 10 best podcasts of 2024 (so far) 

We're halfway through 2024, so it's time for a roundup of the most recent and best listening opportunities available in the form of the podcast. This time, we've got everything from nostalgic rewatching to journeys into the darkness of the human mind to interrogations of history. You'll find well-known favorites with new seasons, like Slow Burn and Long Shadow, plus some debuts onto the scene in the form of neat packages, like Three. 

So peruse our list, and get ready to spend the second...

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Grab a $65 4K dual-camera drone and see things from the sky

TL;DR: Get a 4K dual-camera drone with intelligent obstacle avoidance for just $64.97 (reg. $119) through July 21.  

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Get an $80 touchscreen dash display for an instant car upgrade

TL;DR: This 7-inch touchscreen wireless car display is compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and it's on sale for $79.97 (reg. $139.99) through July 21.

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Get a dual USB-C and USB-A high-speed flash drive (1TB) for only $75

TL;DR: Get a dual USB-C + USB-A 3.2 high-speed flash drive (1TB), price-dropped to $74.97 (reg. $109.99) through July 21. 

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Get cheap flight alerts for life from Matt's Flights for just $80

TL;DR: Secure a lifetime subscription to a Matt's Flights Premium Plan for just $79.97 (reg. $1,800) through July 21. 

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Use one less cable when charging your iPhone with a $35 wireless charger

TL;DR: Power up your iPhone quickly with the Speedy Mag wireless charger, on sale for just $34.97 through July 21.

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The 10 most bodacious '80s movies — and where to watch them

Cowabunga, dudes and dudettes! Let's slide on our favorite scrunchies and some totally tubular leg warmers and, like, head to the mall to veg out with a new movie! 

Oh, wait. All of the malls are now decrepit shells where only the rats live? That's not so cowabunga. Well, we'll make due with this bitchin' list of movies from the 1980s that can currently be found on streaming. Just don't forget those leg warmers. They always come in handy. 

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The best iPads for reading, working, and streaming

Apple's iPads dominate the market. Even with the plethora of tablets from other retailers, iPads are still our favorite. With the 2024 release of the latest iPad Pro and iPad Air, it's clear that Apple is positioning its tablets as a laptop alternative.

Sure, they're great for streaming or reading on the go, but at this point, you can do anything on your computer on an iPad. Whether you want to illustrate or edit videos, iPads will help you do it. Recent developments in the Pro and Air models...

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The 4 best robot vacuums for carpet and rugs in 2024

UPDATE: May. 11, 2024, 5:00 a.m. EDT Two top picks in this story have shifted after senior shopping reporter Leah Stodart was able to hands-on test CES 2024 releases from Roborock and Eufy in her own home.

Nearly any robot vacuum can sufficiently clear a tile or hardwood floor of the hair and crumbs blowing across it like tumbleweeds. But for a robot vacuum to work on carpet, much more suction power and concentrated airflow is required to uproot the debris embedded in those fibers.

Do...

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Mars gets walloped by space rocks way more than scientists thought

Watch out, Martians.

Meteorites slam into Mars five times more than planetary scientists thought, a finding published in the journal Nature Astronomy. This makes impacts on the Red Planet about a daily occurrence. A 26-foot-wide (8-meter) crater forms almost each day, and a nearly 100-foot (30-meter) crater is created once a month.

Previous estimates of these Martian impacts largely came from studying crater imagery on the moon and from Mars-orbiting craft. But unprecedented seismic data —...

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19 Queer Celebrities Reveal How They Met Their Significant Others

Uh, I need these meet-cutes turned into gay rom-coms ASAP! ??????????????????

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38 Things To Help Solve The Few Annoying Things About Your Cat

I love my cats. I would do literally anything for my cats. But if your cats, like mine, are sometimes agents of chaos, these things can help.

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35 Products That'll Bring Your Yard, Porch, Pool, And Garden Fantasies To Life

You'll only wish you'd made your outdoor dreams come true sooner.

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Solve Some Of Those Issues You Didn't Think Had *Actual* Solutions With These 37 Products

If you thought you couldn't have guac stay fresh for more than a day, I've got some *gooooood* news for you.

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A String of Supreme Court Decisions Hits Hard at Environmental Rules

Four cases backed by conservative activists in recent years have combined to diminish the power of the Environmental Protection Agency.

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Major Democratic Donors Ask Themselves: What to Do About Biden?

Some floated interventions and wondered about how to reach Jill Biden. Others hoped the president would bow out of the race on his own. Many came to terms with the low chances that he will do so.

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19 "Funny" Actors Who Gave The Most Surprising Performances In Dramatic Roles

"I can't stand her in comedies, but in this movie, she was really good. I'd prefer her in more dramatic roles."

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Don't Board Your Next Flight Without A Couple Of These 30 Game-Changing Products

Including some noise-canceling headphones and an infinity pillow that'll ensure your vacay starts as soon as you step on the plane.

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No, It’s Not Magic — These 27 Products Just Work Really Well

A little witch told me that if your AC feels like it's not blowing evenly through your house, this AC booster fan will maximize the airflow. *Abracadabra* a house that's not hotter than literal hell.

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