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.

I waited nearly two years, and in June of 2023, I was matched with Tyrus, a stunning yellow Labrador retriever. Since getting Tyrus, my small world has become very big. I am not afraid to venture out ...

The White House is trying to rein in President Trump, using a prime-time address to keep him on script and focused on domestic policy amid slumping poll numbers and campaign-style speeches that tend ...

E-SIM-only phones represent a shift in mobile technology, replacing physical SIM trays with digital profiles that store carrier information directly on the device. The iPhone 14+ (US) spearheads the ...

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If your new phone no longer supports SIM cards, or you don't want to use them anymore, you can convert to eSIM instead. I started my career with CNET all the way back in 2005, when the (original) ...

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The physical SIM cards we've used for decades are slowly being phased out. With the Pixel 10 series, Google's phones have gone eSIM-only for the first time—at least if you buy them in the US. Apple ...

Just like there’s a human poison control hotline, the ASPCA maintains an Animal Poison Control Center. It’s staffed 24 hours per day, 365 days per year with experts to help owners keep their pets safe ...

Adopting a dog is a rewarding experience that offers a second chance to a deserving animal while bringing joy, companionship, and unconditional love into your life. Whether you’re looking to adopt a ...

During her appearance at the ongoing San Diego Comic-Con, the Star Trek: Strange New Worlds star had a detailed conversation about her return as Raven in Avengers 5. There, she noted that she is “not ...