This slushie machine was a lifesaver during NYC’s heat wave Last weekend’s brutal NYC heat wave had me craving a frozen drink almost every afternoon. Normally, that would mean sweating through a walk to 7-Eleven for a slurpee. This time, though, I stayed home and put the new Ninja Slushi Twist to the test. Ninja’s latest slushie machine builds on the popularity of the original Slushi, but with...

Just like a Dad tax, government taxation can inspire behaviour changes — both good and badArticle contentThe federal fiscal picture points in the same direction. The latest federal budget revealed a deficit of $78 billion for this current year — fuelled by out-of-control spending — while projecting large ongoing deficits for years to come. Prime Minister Mark Carney frequently misleads and...

YouTube viewers watch 2 billion hours of Shorts on TVs each month Short-form video is a format that’s built for mobile — these vertically oriented videos are designed to fit the shape of a smartphone. But according to YouTube, this kind of content has become quite popular on the big screen. It seems counterintuitive, but the data is hard to argue against: YouTube viewers watch over 2 billion...

Moto’s Tag 2 tracker is $20 for a limited timeCameron Faulkner is an editor covering deals and gaming hardware. He joined in 2018, and after a two-year stint at Polygon, he rejoined The Verge in May 2025.Announced at CES 2026, the Moto Tag 2 has finally arrived in the US. The Bluetooth tracker with improved battery life over its predecessor, plus UWB sensing for more accurate tracking, is...

The global Epsom Salt Market is projected to witness steady growth over the next decade, driven by increasing consumer demand for wellness products, personal care applications, and natural therapeutic solutions. According to Fact.MR, the market is expected to expand from USD 730.0 million in 2025 to approximately USD 1.03 billion by 2035, reflecting an absolute growth...