The Shopping Journal
A Waymo autonomous vehicle stuck in a flooded road, with water surrounding it, highlighting the risks of self-driving technology in adverse weather conditions.
The Style Cart

Waymo suspends robotaxis after driving into flooded roads

In San Antonio, an empty Waymo robotaxi recently drove into a flooded road and was swept into a creek on April 20, 2026.

By Maya Feldman|May 22, 2026|3 min read
Shoppers enthusiastically browsing through a wide array of discounted furniture and electronics during a Memorial Day sale event.
The Style Cart

Best Memorial Day Sales This Weekend Feature Deep Discounts

Maya Feldman·May 22, 2026
The Govee Lamp Pro 2, a smart lamp with integrated JBL-tuned audio, is displayed on a desk, showcasing its modern design and ambient lighting.
The Travel Kit

Govee Lamp Pro 2 drops to $134.99 in new price cut

Vincent DeLuca·May 22, 2026
A person struggling to find a clear path through a confusing digital maze, representing the difficulty of opting out of app data sales.
The Reading List

Google Obscures Opt-Outs for App Data Sales

Jordan Tsosie·May 21, 2026
A modern living room showcasing smart home devices with a red, ominous glow, illustrating the rising costs of smart home technology in 2026.
The Gadget Shelf

Smart home device costs rising in 2026

Cyrus Jafari
Futuristic cityscape with autonomous Uber vehicles driving on the streets, showcasing advanced technology and data flow.
The Reading List

Uber deploys self-driving cars for data, not robotaxis

Jordan Tsosie
Musician using the Polyend Endless AI guitar pedal, with glowing lights and abstract sound waves representing AI-generated effects from text prompts.
The Travel Kit

Polyend Unveils Endless AI Guitar Pedal

Vincent DeLuca
A detailed mechanical bird air quality monitor in a 'dead' state, signaling dangerous carbon dioxide levels in a modern home setting.
Home Goods

Mechanical bird monitors home air quality for better health

Gabriela Reyes

Analysis & Trends

A visually appealing display of diverse skincare products, symbolizing the booming US cosmetics market and its strong growth trajectory driven by consumer demand.
Wellness Finds

US Cosmetics Market Surges Past Global Trends, Driven by Skincare

Jordan Tsosie · May 19
A stylish carry-on suitcase in a modern airport setting, symbolizing the start of a journey.
The Travel Kit

Top 9 Best Carry-On Luggage: Picks for Your Next Trip

Vincent DeLuca · May 19
A stylish millennial couple decorating their modern apartment with unique and ethically sourced home goods.
Home Goods

Top Home Decor Stores Millennials Love in 2026

Gabriela Reyes · May 18

Explainers

A pet owner meticulously compares two pet food labels, seeking the healthiest option for their dog and cat.
Pet Picks

How to Read Pet Food Labels for Healthy Choices

Jordan Tsosie · May 20