Amanda Yeo is an Assistant Editor at Mashable, covering entertainment, culture, tech, science, and social good. Based in Australia, she writes about everything from video games and K-pop to movies and gadgets.
Amanda previously worked in refugee law to assist people seeking asylum in Australia, and holds degrees in both Communication and Laws. After making the switch to journalism, her articles have appeared in numerous publications such as Kotaku, Fandom, Cosmos, and Empire Magazine. Her fiction has also been published in several books, and her work performed by theatre companies such as the Australian Theatre for Young People.
By Amanda Yeo
4 gadgets to help keep your home clean, from robot vacuums to electric scrubbers
These handy tools will take some of the elbow grease out of keeping your home spotless.
By Amanda Yeo
![A composite of cleaning gadgets surrounded by sparkles.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07sBWExt83F6XlT8PHRqnhk/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1720486104.png)
![A composite of cleaning gadgets surrounded by sparkles.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07sBWExt83F6XlT8PHRqnhk/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1720486104.png)
Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 2024: How to watch
Unsurprisingly, there's a big focus on AI.
By Amanda Yeo
![Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 2024 logo.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00rnCeVCHZEKyL36U7lDCtX/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1720080090.png)
![Samsung Galaxy Unpacked July 2024 logo.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00rnCeVCHZEKyL36U7lDCtX/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1720080090.png)
Ticketmaster hackers are holding data of 440,000 Taylor Swift ticketholders for ransom
The hackers have upped their ransom demand to $8 million.
By Amanda Yeo
![A composite of two images side by side. On the right is the Ticketmaster logo on a smartphone screen. On the left is Taylor Swift performing on stage during her Eras Tour at Wembley Stadium on June 21, 2024 in London, England.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05EfYxYzv8VkwqqK1pw8LW3/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1720160634.png)
![A composite of two images side by side. On the right is the Ticketmaster logo on a smartphone screen. On the left is Taylor Swift performing on stage during her Eras Tour at Wembley Stadium on June 21, 2024 in London, England.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05EfYxYzv8VkwqqK1pw8LW3/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1720160634.png)
Google's greenhouse gas emissions have jumped, and AI is a big cause
The tech giant's new environmental report blames AI's energy demands.
By Amanda Yeo
![The Google app on a smartphone screen.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05yNTRpcmERmSgYib8TqM0X/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1719987163.png)
![The Google app on a smartphone screen.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/05yNTRpcmERmSgYib8TqM0X/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1719987163.png)
'Jackpot!' trailer sees all of L.A. out to kill Awkwafina in action comedy
This is one lottery you don't want to win.
By Amanda Yeo
![Awkwafina and John Cena in "Jackpot"](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/04ifYZxCuWdzqUOD2Qx5v60/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1719930029.jpg)
![Awkwafina and John Cena in "Jackpot"](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/04ifYZxCuWdzqUOD2Qx5v60/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1719930029.jpg)
'Harley Quinn' spinoff 'Kite Man: Hell Yeah!' has released its official trailer. Hell yeah!
The kite-themed criminal is now running a bar because sure, why not?
By Amanda Yeo
![A screenshot from 'Kite Man: Hell Yeah!' showing Harley Quinn offering a cheese plate to Golden Glider as Kite Man sits beside her.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/012VMz0QCKPeHR9aUABzQB4/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1719891114.png)
![A screenshot from 'Kite Man: Hell Yeah!' showing Harley Quinn offering a cheese plate to Golden Glider as Kite Man sits beside her.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/012VMz0QCKPeHR9aUABzQB4/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1719891114.png)
M. Night Shyamalan's 'Trap' trailer has Josh Hartnett as a deadly concert dad
It looks like a killer event.
By Amanda Yeo
![Josh Hartnett in 'Trap.'](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/000juxz0n8MypKtW1phOdSG/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1719889011.jpg)
![Josh Hartnett in 'Trap.'](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/000juxz0n8MypKtW1phOdSG/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1719889011.jpg)
TikTok says U.S. ban violates the First Amendment right to free speech
The popular video sharing app also explained exactly why it can't just sell up.
By Amanda Yeo
![American flag displayed on a laptop screen and TikTok logo displayed on a phone screen.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02mfKU4z8okXCRshq6XKDXt/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1718955486.jpg)
![American flag displayed on a laptop screen and TikTok logo displayed on a phone screen.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02mfKU4z8okXCRshq6XKDXt/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1718955486.jpg)
Withings Body Comp smart scale review: For better or worse, I'm obsessed
This smart scale helped me actually stick to a fitness plan.
By Amanda Yeo
![The Withings Body Comp smart scale.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/reviews/02u2WT67isHyWafaXcdzDs1/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1716785739.png)
![The Withings Body Comp smart scale.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/reviews/02u2WT67isHyWafaXcdzDs1/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1716785739.png)
TikTok child privacy complaint sent to U.S. Dept. of Justice
The FTC referred the complaint about issues relating to an order from 2019.
By Amanda Yeo
![Two images side by side. On the left is the TikTok app logo displayed on an iPhone. On the right is the Federal Trade Commission of the United States seal displayed on a mobile phone screen.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04HLwyC38dBk5DwTRXAzJrB/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1718773220.png)
![Two images side by side. On the left is the TikTok app logo displayed on an iPhone. On the right is the Federal Trade Commission of the United States seal displayed on a mobile phone screen.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/04HLwyC38dBk5DwTRXAzJrB/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1718773220.png)
Stephen Colbert defends Milwaukee after Donald Trump called it a 'horrible city'
The "Late Show" host knows from personal experience that the city won't take such slander lying down.
By Amanda Yeo
![Stephen Colbert on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.' Text on the image reads: "Thank you for your service, Milwaukee! America loves you!"](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/05qusuGLK8R6Ye3iDJkyaoV/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1718692699.jpg)
![Stephen Colbert on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.' Text on the image reads: "Thank you for your service, Milwaukee! America loves you!"](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/05qusuGLK8R6Ye3iDJkyaoV/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1718692699.jpg)
TOMORROW X TOGETHER VR concert coming to the U.S. this fall
The 40-minute experience will feature K-pop performances specifically recorded for virtual reality.
By Amanda Yeo
![A promotional image of TOMORROW X TOGETHER for HYPERFOCUS: TOMORROW X TOGETHER VR CONCERT.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01dgvZhy9mCLSTBpwNRFAFq/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1718349138.png)
![A promotional image of TOMORROW X TOGETHER for HYPERFOCUS: TOMORROW X TOGETHER VR CONCERT.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/01dgvZhy9mCLSTBpwNRFAFq/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1718349138.png)
The complete list of winners at the 2024 Tony Awards
Daniel Radcliffe, Jeremy Strong, and Sarah Paulson won their first ever Tony Awards this year.
By Amanda Yeo
![A composite of 2024 Tony Award winners holding their trophies. From left to right: Jonathan Groff, Kecia Lewis, Jeremy Strong, Daniel Radcliffe, and Sarah Paulson.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02cwiQZJUsf4mOFDFRvT0Hw/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1718596660.png)
![A composite of 2024 Tony Award winners holding their trophies. From left to right: Jonathan Groff, Kecia Lewis, Jeremy Strong, Daniel Radcliffe, and Sarah Paulson.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02cwiQZJUsf4mOFDFRvT0Hw/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1718596660.png)
Insta360 launches GO 3S, a tiny 4K action camera with Apple's Find My
It looks almost identical to the GO 3, but it's what's on the inside that counts.
By Amanda Yeo
![The Insta360 GO 3S being held between two fingers.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00K7ErHSvRTf4PRa08coPZK/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1718089459.jpg)
![The Insta360 GO 3S being held between two fingers.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/00K7ErHSvRTf4PRa08coPZK/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1718089459.jpg)
Elon Musk has dropped his OpenAI lawsuit with no explanation
The billionaire was trying to force ChatGPT's creator to release its technology as open source.
By Amanda Yeo
![A composite of two images. On the left is a photograph of Elon Musk, on the right is a smartphone showing the OpenAI logo on a smartphone screen.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07FYYvy7zisM1gqnMuKbtKd/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1718171736.png)
![A composite of two images. On the left is a photograph of Elon Musk, on the right is a smartphone showing the OpenAI logo on a smartphone screen.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/07FYYvy7zisM1gqnMuKbtKd/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1718171736.png)
eBay will no longer accept American Express credit cards
You'll soon have to turn to other payment methods when shopping on the online marketplace.
By Amanda Yeo
![A composite of two images side by side. One shows the eBay logo on a smartphone, the other shows the American Express logo on another smartphone.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02Re23VRXLxIevaqBhsWCJ2/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717744908.png)
![A composite of two images side by side. One shows the eBay logo on a smartphone, the other shows the American Express logo on another smartphone.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/02Re23VRXLxIevaqBhsWCJ2/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717744908.png)
YouTube is cracking down on DIY gun content
The platform is banning videos showing how to disable safety features on guns.
By Amanda Yeo
![YouTube logo is displayed on a mobile phone screen.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/041Jzrf1VmArDHRAGxJ4RUk/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717656942.jpg)
![YouTube logo is displayed on a mobile phone screen.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/041Jzrf1VmArDHRAGxJ4RUk/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717656942.jpg)
New 'MaXXXine' trailer: Mia Goth aims for stardom in '80s Hollywood slasher
It's the third and final film in Ti West's 'X' trilogy.
By Amanda Yeo
![Mia Goth in "MaXXXine"](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/049ah6BVhWxCo2ZNFJlQpU5/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717592685.jpg)
![Mia Goth in "MaXXXine"](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/049ah6BVhWxCo2ZNFJlQpU5/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717592685.jpg)
Netflix's 'The Boyfriend' trailer teases gentle gay romance reality series
It looks like a gay version of "Terrace House", which can only be a good thing.
By Amanda Yeo
![Two men sitting next to each other in front of a coffee truck. Their backs are to the viewer.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07iAgsP61DPYqgABr43QQ8B/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717552742.jpg)
![Two men sitting next to each other in front of a coffee truck. Their backs are to the viewer.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07iAgsP61DPYqgABr43QQ8B/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717552742.jpg)
Stephen Colbert revels in calling Trump a convicted felon after 34 guilty verdicts
"We might be facing a situation where if you can't do the time – and I can't believe I'm saying this – don't do the crime."
By Amanda Yeo
![The Late Show with Stephen Colbert](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07DM9fw3QnfrcIGJiZaDZBv/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717481571.jpg)
![The Late Show with Stephen Colbert](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07DM9fw3QnfrcIGJiZaDZBv/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717481571.jpg)
'Venom: The Last Dance' trailer: Tom Hardy is back for more unhinged alien symbiote codependency
They know exactly what they're doing with that ''till death do they part' tagline.
By Amanda Yeo
![Tom Hardy in "Venom: The Last Dance."](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/04AxPrlqJkmZCcyECHAVgeD/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717473278.jpg)
![Tom Hardy in "Venom: The Last Dance."](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/04AxPrlqJkmZCcyECHAVgeD/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717473278.jpg)
Trump denies he ever said 'lock her up.' Seth Meyers proves otherwise.
"It's time for the closest look we've ever taken in our f***ing lives."
By Amanda Yeo
![Late Night with Seth Meyers](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/05EBWf2yzJBvYmMZ4j3PcrY/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717467540.jpg)
![Late Night with Seth Meyers](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/05EBWf2yzJBvYmMZ4j3PcrY/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717467540.jpg)
Japanese billionaire cancels private SpaceX moon mission, crew devastated
The Starship was originally scheduled to take civilians to the moon in 2023.
By Amanda Yeo
![Yusaku Maezawa.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03keDyY5xO7A6zMR1ftr5OW/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717401800.jpg)
![Yusaku Maezawa.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03keDyY5xO7A6zMR1ftr5OW/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717401800.jpg)
X's best reactions to Trump's 34 felony convictions
X users congratulate Trump for winning a popular vote.
By Amanda Yeo
![U.S. President Donald Trump sits at the defendant's table inside the courthouse as the jury is scheduled to continue deliberations for his hush money trial at Manhattan Criminal Court on May 30, 2024 in New York City. Superimposed over it is an X post by @Very__Regular that reads, "unlimited cringe passes issued for everyone this evening. tomorrow we'll buckle down but tonight we drumpf-post."](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03oe4sJXGFLB86ONCOuAjxW/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717141468.png)
![U.S. President Donald Trump sits at the defendant's table inside the courthouse as the jury is scheduled to continue deliberations for his hush money trial at Manhattan Criminal Court on May 30, 2024 in New York City. Superimposed over it is an X post by @Very__Regular that reads, "unlimited cringe passes issued for everyone this evening. tomorrow we'll buckle down but tonight we drumpf-post."](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/articles/03oe4sJXGFLB86ONCOuAjxW/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717141468.png)
Jimmy Kimmel gleefully reacts to Trump's 34 guilty verdicts
He's hoping the former U.S. president will be sentenced to community service.
By Amanda Yeo
![Jimmy Kimmel on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/01N4oQVsZgqcgxJ9DcYmwRe/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1717132320.jpg)
![Jimmy Kimmel on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!'](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/01N4oQVsZgqcgxJ9DcYmwRe/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1717132320.jpg)