This week in tech history: Google Assistant is born

At Engadget, we spend every day looking at how technology will shape the future. But it’s also important to look back at how far we’ve come. That’s what This Week in Tech History does. Join us every weekend for a recap of historical tech news, annive…

Study warns e-cigarette marketing has major impact on teen use

A new study out of Stanford University warns that promotional materials related to electronic cigarettes and other tobacco alternatives have a major impact on teenage nicotine use. The results come from Stanford Medicine, which tracked 757 teenagers in California over the course of a full year. Based on the data, the researchers found that teenagers exposed to related marketing were … Continue reading

How to Choose an Air Conditioner

Buying an air conditioner is hard. There are lots of specs that aren’t found on any other kind of product, the damn things are heavy, so if you buy the wrong one you’ll dread returning it even more, and if you mess up you will find yourself living in an unpleasant ice box, or a muggy misery. But don’t worry, it’s…

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Florida Mayor Suggests Putting Immigrants Up At Trump Hotels

“I would … ask the president to open his heart and home as well,” said Broward Mayor Mark Bogen.

Emma Watson And Sophie Turner Join Backlash Against Alabama Abortion Law

The “Game of Thrones” and “Harry Potter” stars called out the law with scathing Instagram posts.

How An Elite Private School Is Dodging Blame For Sexual Assault Of A Student

When a teen accused a teacher of statutory rape, Brentwood School silenced his civil lawsuit.

Why This Political Fight In Michigan Should Matter To Democrats Everywhere

It’s a test of whether Gov. Whitmer and her party can convince voters better public services are worth higher taxes.

This Close-Knit Island Near Seattle Has An Overlooked History Of Defying Hate

Filipino American farmers on the island cared for the properties of their Japanese American neighbors during WWII.

The White Supremacist Professor Teaching At A Public University

Ricardo Duchesne teaches students at a Canadian university while moonlighting on white nationalist podcasts.

‘Game Of Thrones’ Star Jacob Anderson Takes A Sword To The Do-Over Petition

The British actor, who plays Grey Worm in HBO’s epic fantasy drama, summed up the Change.org petition with one word.