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Lufthansa Pilots Plan Two-Day Strike On Thursday & Friday, Expect Cancellations
500+One Mile at a Time / 19h
Lufthansa is currently celebrating its 100th anniversary, and in the spirit of not straying too far from tradition, pilots at the airline are about to go on strike, causing major disruptions. Lufthansa pilots plan two-day industrial action Vereinigung Cockpit (VC), the union representing Lufthansa pilots, has announced that Lufthansa pilots (in both the mainline passenger and cargo division) will
The Players Championship 2026 live stream: how to watch PGA Tour golf online, Round 1 tee times
Latest from TechRadar / 12min
All the ways to watch The Players Championship 2026 live streams online from anywhere in golf's unofficial fifth major, with Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy.
Chinese brain interface startup Gestala raises $21M just two months after launch
TechCrunch / 14min
This is the largest early-stage funding in China’s brain computer interface industry.
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for March 12, 2026
Mashable / 35min
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you love a group workout. Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints a
NYT Strands hints, answers for March 12, 2026
Mashable / 35min
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you dot your Is and cross your Ts. Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game, requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of
Wordle today: Answer, hints for March 12, 2026
Mashable / 35min
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you have a good nose. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections
3 huge new Disney+ shows to stream in March 2026
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Daredevil Born Again season 2 leads the biggest new Disney+ movies to stream in March.
“I’m actually hoping we might see more robots on our streets” — this Texas city used robots to improve its sidewalks, and I hope it isn’t the last
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Damaged sidewalks are frustrating to most pedestrians, but this robot could help.
Google Play Games for PC is getting more premium titles and cross-buy with Android
Ars Technica - All content / 1h
Google has been tinkering with porting its Play Games platform to Windows for several years, but it started getting serious about it last year. Now, with the 2026 Game Developer Conference underway, Google has announced a new batch of updates for its desktop gaming efforts. The company promises its store will have more Windows titles, make those games easier to find, and help bring Android experi
'We're by far the most successful player in home theater': why Sonos CEO Tom Conrad isn't worried about LG and TCL muscling in on his turf with Dolby Atmos FlexConnect
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Analysis: Sonos already has the tech it needs for 3D sound, but there's one big missing piece
The best Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus plans in Australia for March 2026
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Pre-orders for the Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus have wrapped up, but the major telcos still have their specials active — I’ve compared all your options to find the best deals around
Grammarly Allegedly ‘Misappropriated’ Names of Journalists, Says Class Action Suit
Gizmodo / 2h
The Grammarly Expert Review feature included the names of writers and literary figures without consulting them first.
The best Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra plans in Australia for March 2026
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Want the new Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra on a plan? I’ve found the best offers from the major Aussie telcos.
How to beat the fuel crisis — these are the 3 affordable EVs I recommend as an electric car reviewer
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
The Middle East conflict is forcing gasp prices up, so could now be the best time to switch to an EV?
Use a gun: AI chatbots help people plan violence, report says
Mashable / 4h
Eight out of 10 popular artificial intelligence chatbots helped researchers posing as teen boys plan violent crimes in over half of responses, according to a new report from the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH). Testing conducted jointly by CNN and CCDH prompted ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, Meta AI, DeepSeek, Perplexity, Snapchat My AI, Character.AI, and Replika wit
What role has cyber warfare played in Iran?
BBC News / 4h
Militaries are often cagey about their cyber activities. But the US has hinted at the role it has played.
Social media firms asked to toughen up age checks for under-13s
BBC News / 4h
Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube and Roblox are among the platforms UK regulators say aren't putting children's safety at the heart of their products.
Meta buying social network for AI bots Moltbook should worry anyone who still hopes social media is for people
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Meta’s purchase of Moltbook, a social network built for AI agents, suggests the internet may soon contain even more bots talking to each other.
This refurbished HP laptop with 16GB RAM is down to $359.99
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: The r efurbished HP 15-fd00 laptop with a 13th-gen Intel Core i3 processor, 16GB RAM, and a 512GB SSD is on sale for $359.99 (reg. $999.99). Opens in a new window Credit: HP HP 15-fd00 15.6" Touch Laptop (2024) i3-1315U 16GB RAM 512GB SSD Win11 Home (Refurbished) $359.99 $999.99 Save $640 A capable laptop doesn’t always need to come with a four-figure price tag. It also doesn’t need flashy
AI ‘actor’ Tilly Norwood put out the worst song I’ve ever heard
TechCrunch / 4h
This song is an AI actor's rallying cry to other AI actors, urging them to keep going despite the naysayers who doubt their humanity. Literally no one can relate to this.
The Nintendo Switch 2 has a new worst accessory in the Virtual Boy — the best place for it is on your shelf
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
The Nintendo Virtual Boy was a flop on its first go around in the 90s, and in 2026, it isn’t any better as a Nintendo Switch accessory.
U.S. Company Taken Offline by Cyberattack as Revenge for Missile Strike on Iranian School
Gizmodo / 4h
Devices were remotely wiped by the hacking group. The company says the attack is now over.
OpenAI reportedly building a GitHub alternative after saying Microsoft-owned platform is 'not yet meeting our expectations'
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
OpenAI is developing a private code repository following frequent GitHub outages, aiming to improve workflow reliability under AI-driven workloads.
Nuro is testing its autonomous vehicle tech on Tokyo’s streets
TechCrunch / 4h
Nuro began testing its self-driving software on public roads in Tokyo, marking the first international expansion for the AV startup.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra with Privacy Display launches today. Its already a #1 best seller.
Mashable / 5h
There's a new King of the Hill in the smartphone world. At least, if you're an Android user. After a two-week pre-order period, Samsung officially launched the Galaxy S26 Ultra , its next-gen flagship phone. The Galaxy S26 Ultra is unique among recent mobile launches for having a genuinely new hardware feature, a rarity in the age of annual release cycles and iterative updates. (We did see some c
I guess this wasn't an Xbox after all
Engadget / 5h
In 2024, Microsoft caused a lot of head-scratching and general bemusement with the launch of its "This is an Xbox" marketing campaign. Now, though, it appears the quandary over what is and isn't an Xbox has been resolved. Game Developer noticed that the original blog post on Xbox Wire that kicked off the whole affair has been removed. It seems Xbox will be going a new direction with its future pr
Google Play is adding new paid and PC games, game trials, community posts, and more
TechCrunch / 5h
The updates indicate that Google is focused on transforming Google Play into an enhanced gaming hub.
Big Tech backs Anthropic in fight against Trump administration
BBC News / 5h
A group representing tech giants called government action against Anthropic a "temper tantrum".
Ford’s new AI assistant will help fleet owners know if seatbelts are being used
TechCrunch / 5h
Ford Pro AI debuted at Work Truck Week in Indianapolis and is now available to all of its U.S.-based Pro telematics subscribers.
Delta Quietly Reveals Plan To Fly To Manila In DOT Filing — As It Tries To Delay Philippine Airlines Chicago Flight
View from the Wing / 5h
Delta has finally disclosed its plan to return to Manila, telling the Department of Transportation that it wants to launch daily Los Angeles service next summer with an Airbus A350-900. But it revealed the route in an unusual way — by urging the U.S. government to delay Philippine Airlines planned Chicago flight until Delta can secure better slot access at Manila airport.
Report: RFK Jr.’s anti-vaccine agenda curbed as GOP realizes it's unpopular
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s relentless anti-vaccine agenda is getting reined in as Republicans warn that further attacks on lifesaving vaccines could harm the party during the midterms, according to a report by The Washington Post . The Post reported Wednesday that Kennedy's hand-selected committee of vaccine advisors—who share his anti-vaccine views—have abruptly abandoned plans to
FCC chair blasts Amazon after it criticizes SpaceX megaconstellation
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
It is fairly common for satellite companies to verbally spar over constellations, battling over territory such as preferred orbits and the electromagnetic spectrum for data transmission. The venue for such disputes is often the Federal Communications Commission, which has regulatory authority over satellite communications. Everyone pretty much fights with everyone, but of late, the exchanges betw
14,000 routers are infected by malware that's highly resistant to takedowns
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Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Researchers say they have uncovered a takedown-resistant botnet of 14,000 routers and other network devices—primarily made by Asus—that have been conscripted into a proxy network that anonymously carries traffic used for cybercrime. The malware—dubbed KadNap—takes hold by exploiting vulnerabilities that have gone unpatched by their owners, Chris Formosa, a researcher at security firm Lumen’s Blac
Explain it like I'm 5: Why is everyone on speakerphone in public?
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
The key to working at a place like Ars Technica is solid news judgment. I'm talking about the kind of news judgment that knows whether a pet peeve is merely a pet peeve or whether it is, instead, a meaningful example of the Ways that Technology is Changing our World. The difference between the two is one of degree: A pet peeve may drive me nuts but does not appear to impact anyone else. A Ways th
Windows 11's Steam Deck-ish, streamlined Xbox gaming UI comes to all PCs in April
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
When Asus and Microsoft launched the ROG Xbox Ally X last summer, it came with a bespoke controller-driven full-screen interface running on top of Windows 11. The handheld was still running Windows under the hood, and you could bring up the typical Windows desktop any time, but it defaulted to the full-screen gaming UI. Then called either the "Xbox Experience for Handheld" or the "Xbox Full-Scree
"Use a gun" or "beat the crap out of him": AI chatbot urged violence, study finds
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
An advocacy group said its study of 10 artificial intelligence chatbots found that most of them gave at least some help to users planning violent attacks and that nearly all failed to discourage users from violence. Several chatbot makers say they have made changes to improve safety since the tests were conducted between November and December. Of the 10 chatbots, "Character.AI was uniquely unsafe
Iran-linked hackers launch cyberattack against U.S. medtech company Stryker
Mashable / 5h
U.S. medical technology company Stryker is currently experiencing a massive cyberattack, which has shut down their computer systems and, as a result, even closed the company's offices. An Iran-linked digital activist collective known as Handala is claiming credit for the cyberattack against Stryker. This would be the first major cyberattack carried out in the wake of the U.S. war in Iran. Cyberse
That wild Scarpetta ending, explained
Mashable / 5h
After eight time-jumping, case-blending episodes, Scarpetta ends with a bang. Well, more of a bludgeon. The Prime Video series based on Patricia Cornwell 's books — namely, the first Dr. Kay Scarpetta book, Postmortem (1990), and Autopsy (2021) — finishes up its first season with some answers, but then leaves major question marks and red herrings flapping about in the air. SEE ALSO: 'Scarpetta' h
Ride-hailing inDrive acquires Pakistan’s Krave Mart to bolster grocery delivery
TechCrunch / 5h
inDrive has closed its acquisition of KraveMart, expanding grocery delivery in a market dominated by Foodpanda.
Zendesk acquires agentic customer service startup Forethought
TechCrunch / 5h
Forethought was years ahead of its time and the 2018 winner of TechCrunch Battlefield.
Burson's Stellar headphone amps promise head-fi heaven in spacecraft-inspired Star Wars style
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Burson's new Stellar Series promises high-end headphone amplification in a more compact and accessible form
India neobank Fi winds down banking services on its platform
TechCrunch / 5h
Fi, founded by former Google Pay executives, is discontinuing banking services over four years after launch.
The South Carolina Measles Outbreak Is Slowing Down
Wired / 5h
The biggest US measles outbreak in decades may be over sooner than expected.
How the Iran War Could Jack Up Prices on Store Shelves
Wired / 6h
The Strait of Hormuz, a busy waterway off the coast of Iran, has come to a near standstill. If the war drags on much longer, it could mean higher prices for consumer goods around the world.
Netflix may have paid $600 million for Ben Affleck’s AI startup
TechCrunch / 6h
This deal could rank as among the streaming giant's largest acquisitions ever.
A24's Undertone is the scariest movie of 2026—find out what inspired the director's horror film
How-To Geek / 6h
Channeling grief into art is a process for many filmmakers, including Ian Tuason, the writer and director of A24's Undertone . Tuason's horror movie came after one of the darkest periods of his life. Tuason served as the caregiver for his parents during the pandemic after they were diagnosed with terminal cancer. Tuason moved back into his childhood home in Toronto and helped his parents during t
American Airlines drops California city added in push to try new, unserved destinations
The Points Guy Articles / 6h
American Airlines is saying "so long" to Santa Maria, California. The Oneworld alliance carrier will end twice-daily service to Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) on the central California coast from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) on May 7, schedule data from aviation analytics firm Cirium shows and American confirms. Flights to SMX began in October 2025. The route was the only Amer
Iran Includes American Tech Giants on List of New Targets
Gizmodo / 6h
State-aligned media released a list naming the offices of Microsoft, Palantir, and more as potential targets of military action.
'Creating a fully keyboard-accessible site...isn’t free; it requires a lot of work and knowledge': Microsoft is making it easier to build complex websites without a mouse
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Microsoft introduces focusgroup to simplify keyboard accessibility, helping developers manage complex website navigation without excessive coding or slow load times.
What to expect from tech at SXSW 2026: Creator tools and so much AI
Mashable / 6h
SXSW 2026 kicks off this week in Austin, and Mashable will be reporting live from the event. Check back soon for a deep dive into all the movies premiering at SXSW. For now, we wanted to break down all the tech news and events kicking off this week. If the session lineup is any indication, the tech conversations dominating the festival floor aren't going to be comfortable ones. From the creeping
Microsoft Will Soon Let You Use Any Windows 11 PC Like an Xbox
Lifehacker / 6h
Microsoft's next-gen Xbox isn't an Xbox. Or it isn't just an Xbox, anyway: While the rumored console will undoubtedly play Xbox games, " Project Helix ," as it's codenamed, will reportedly also play PC titles. That's huge news for gamers who usually have to decide whether to buy a console for the convenience, or a PC for the potential. 'Xbox mode' lets you access games on your PC with a controlle
Lovable says it added $100M in revenue last month alone, with just 146 employees
TechCrunch / 6h
Swedish vibe-coding unicorn Lovable crossed $400 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR) in February.
Cybertruck Owner Sues Tesla Over FSD, Claims Keeping Elon Musk as CEO Was Negligent
Gizmodo / 6h
The owner says their vehicle crashed after it allegedly tried to drive off an overpass while in Full Self-Driving mode.
'The fastest desktop gaming processors Intel has ever built': new Arrow Lake Refresh CPUs are priced to sell, and AMD should be worried
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Intel's new Core Ultra 200S Plus CPUs are already impressing PC gamers with some temptingly low MSRPs.
The Creators of ‘Strange New Worlds’ Sure Hope Paramount Loves Their ‘Star Trek: Year One’ Pitch
Gizmodo / 7h
The team behind the 'Star Trek' prequel has given their plans to Paramount for a way to keep the adventures of the USS 'Enterprise' boldly going.
As Airports Shut Across The Mideast, These Airlines Kept Flying After Losing Their Home Bases To War
View from the Wing / 7h
As airports across the Middle East shut down because of the Iran war, Gulf Air is doing something few national carriers ever have to do: moving planes and passengers to another airport and continuing service from there. It sounds extraordinary, but history offers several examples of airlines that lost their home base to war and kept flying from somewhere else — sometimes in another country, someti
Quince hits $10B valuation with giant $500M round led by Iconiq
TechCrunch / 7h
E-commerce company Quince has raised another massive round, less than a year after its previous raise.
Grammarly Is Facing a Class Action Lawsuit Over Its AI ‘Expert Review’ Feature
Wired / 7h
The feature, which Grammarly shut down Wednesday, presented editing suggestions as if they came from established authors and academics—without their consent.
This rugged phone has hardware to rival some iPhones — and it only needs to be charged once a month
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
The Energizer P30K Apex rugged phone comes with a 30,000 mAh battery, high durability, and professional-grade hardware.
Character.AI Still Hasn’t Fixed Its School Shooter Problem We Identified in 2024
Futurism / 7h
Character.AI continues to host chatbots that are explicitly modeled after real-world mass shooters. A new analysis published today by CNN and the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) found that most mainstream chatbots are “typically willing” to assist users in orchestrating violent attacks ranging from religious bombings to school shootings, happily helping test users identify targets, loca
Alternative app store AltStore PAL joins the fediverse
TechCrunch / 7h
AltStore PAL now supports the fediverse, using its own Mastodon server to let iOS developers share app updates and alerts across platforms like Mastodon and Threads.
Grammarly has disabled its tool offering generative-AI feedback credited to real writers
Engadget / 7h
Superhuman has taken its writing assistant Grammarly on quite the merry-go-round ride regarding its approach to AI tools. In August, the company launched a feature called Expert Review that would offer feedback on your writing, offering AI-generated feedback that would appear to come from a famous writer or academic of note. These recreations were based on "publicly available information from thi
How the Government Uses Advertising Data to Track People (and What You Can Do to Limit It)
Lifehacker / 7h
It probably comes as no surprise that government agencies have access to a lot of your data—in part because we hand some of it over to them directly, and in part because they are able to purchase it from data brokers that already exist to harvest, aggregate, and sell it to other companies . A recent report from 404 Media confirms that Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is among those buying and
Musk and Bezos Moon Landers Could Leave Artemis Astronauts Stranded, NASA Watchdog Warns
Gizmodo / 8h
A NASA watchdog has issued a damning report on the Human Landing System program, finding serious problems with its progress, oversight, and testing.
‘One Piece’ Season 2 Charts a Course to Shake Things Up
Gizmodo / 8h
As the sophomore season of Netflix's live-action adaptation makes some big changes to the 'One Piece' narrative, creator Eiichiro Oda already has an endpoint in mind for the show.
Every Oscar-nominated Netflix movie to watch before the 2026 Academy Awards
How-To Geek / 8h
The 2026 Oscars are rapidly approaching, and the most critically acclaimed films will be competing in 24 categories, which encompass acting, technical, and creative disciplines.
Mercedes-Benz launches the Rolls-Royce of the minivan world — and the all-electric VLE promises a 'limousine-like ride'
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
With a 435-mile range and a cinema screen in the rear, the VLE is one of the first all-electric people carriers to push into luxury territory.
These Smart Glasses Can Be Used As a Private HD Screen, and They’re $50 Off Right Now
Lifehacker / 8h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. TCL is exploring making tech beyond QLED TVs, and the RayNeo Air 4 Pro AR/XR Smart Glasses are its latest project. These glasses project your phone, laptop, or gaming system into a 201-inch virtual display that only you can see. Amazon has them available for $249 (originall
How to Avoid Injury While Using Runna Training Programs
Lifehacker / 8h
Runna is one of the most talked-about training apps in running communities, and Strava's acquisition of the platform earlier this year only cemented its status as the go-to tool for runners who want structure without hiring a coach. Recently, however, not all the buzz has been good. All over Reddit and TikTok , runners are blaming virtual coaches and algorithmic training programs for their shin s
Why does the MacBook Air M5 keyboard look different? Blame your iPhone
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Apple has quietly done a minor design refresh on the MacBook Air keyboard, prioritizing images over words.
Former DOGE hire still has god level Social Security data, whistleblower says
Mashable / 8h
Elon Musk's Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE) was officially disbanded in Nov. 2025 . But we're just starting to learn the extent of the damage wrought by this extraordinary IT department , which experts warn still exists in all but name . Case in point: A whistleblower report filed with the inspector general of the Social Security Administration, first revealed Wednesday by the Washin
Hilton Honors American Express Card Review: No Annual Fee & Elite Status
500+One Mile at a Time / 8h
Link: Learn more about the Hilton Honors American Express Card Hotel credit cards can be valuable. Typically the cards have reasonable annual fees and offer outsized value , ranging from annual free nights to elite status. What’s rare is to see a hotel credit card that offers substantial perks despite not having an annual fee. I’ve reviewed the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass ® Card ( revi
Why the 2026 Honda CR-V is one of the most reliable SUVs right now
How-To Geek / 8h
Today’s SUV shoppers want it all: good fuel economy, proven reliability, and a price that doesn’t feel like a financial commitment for the next decade. With costs climbing everywhere else, buyers are paying closer attention to what their vehicle will save them over time—not just what it costs up front.
‘Anthropic’s Claude models are no longer available’: US State Department ditches Claude on the orders of Trump – while Senate approves Gemini, ChatGPT, and CoPilot for use
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
US State Department has officially ditched Claude in favor of ChatGPT, while the US Senate has approved the big three AI chatbots for use.
Drivers in fatal Ford BlueCruise crashes were likely distracted before impact
TechCrunch / 8h
The National Transportation Safety Board released documents ahead of a March 31 hearing that help show how and why two drivers crashed into stationary vehicles in 2024, leading to three deaths.
Node.js is changing its release cycle, just as Chrome switches to faster upgrades
How-To Geek / 8h
Node.js, the popular open-source and cross-platform JavaScript runtime, will have a less exciting release calendar moving forward. There will now only be one major Node update each year, just as its core engine from the Chromium project is switching to more frequent releases.
Binance sues WSJ, panicked by gov’t probes into sanctioned crypto transfers
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Binance is hoping that suing The Wall Street Journal for defamation might help shake off a fresh round of government probes into how the cryptocurrency exchange failed to detect $1.7 billion in transfers to a network that was funding Iran-backed terror groups. The lawsuit comes after a Wall Street Journal investigation , based on conversations with insiders and reviews of internal documents, repo
A glimpse into tuner culture: Fast and Furious exhibit at the Petersen
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
The Fast and Furious franchise has come a long way in the quarter-century since the first film's release. Originally an undercover cop story, the franchise has morphed into... something else entirely . It's now a bombastic expression of automotive culture combined with some kind of caper , maybe to save the world . Just don't think too deeply about the plot. Along the way, the film's cars have be
Intel shores up its desktop CPU lineup with boosted Core Ultra 200S Plus chips
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Intel's Core Ultra 200S desktop chips , codenamed "Arrow Lake," first launched in late 2024, and they were the most significant updates to Intel's desktop CPU lineup in years. But that didn't mean they were always improvements over what came before: while they're power-efficient and run cooler than older 13th- and 14th-generation Core CPUs, they sometimes struggled to match those older chips' gam
Anduril, the autonomous weapons maker, doubles the size of its space unit
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Anduril Industries announced on Wednesday that it is acquiring ExoAnalytic Solutions, a space intelligence firm that operates a vast network of sensors monitoring the veiled movements of satellites thousands of miles above Earth. "For nearly twenty years, ExoAnalytic has delivered important advantage[s] for the nation’s most critical missions," Anduril said in a press release. "Exo is a renowned
Why you shouldnt use ChatGPT to do your taxes
Mashable / 9h
We've come a long way from the days of lugging boxes of receipts over to your accountant's office. By 2022, 150.6 million individual federal income tax returns were filed electronically, accounting for 94 percent of all individual filings that year , according to Pew Research. Four years later, many tax services offer their own AI -powered tools to streamline tax filing, including automatic form-
Valve defends loot boxes in response to New York's lawsuit
Engadget / 9h
It must be 2017 because loot boxes are back in the news again. Two weeks after New York's attorney general sued Valve over its use of the gimmick , the company has responded. In short, the Steam maker essentially said, "See you in court." New York's lawsuit accuses Valve of promoting illegal gambling through its games. AG Letitia James called the loot boxes found in titles like Counter-Strike 2 ,
CEOs Say Yeah, AI Might Be a Bubble, But They’re Gonna Keep Shoveling Money Into the Furnace Because All Their Friends Are
Futurism / 9h
A new survey by accounting firm KPMG US found a contradiction in how CEOs are thinking about AI: though a full quarter of the 100 execs polled said they believe we’re in the midst of an AI spending bubble, an overwhelming 80 percent said they plan on pouring money into the tech anyway. “The sentiment about deploying AI is most certainly accelerating,” KPMG US CEO Tim Walsh told Business Insider o
Camcorders are cool again, and this unlikely brand has just launched a cheap 4K model — but read this before putting up your cash
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Budget camera maker 'Yashica' looks to revive cheap handicams with its new 'Journey', which shoots 4K video, 8K stills, has a flip out touchscreen and costs less than $300
California Startup Wants to Send Thousands of Mirrors to Orbit For the Dumbest Reason Ever
Gizmodo / 9h
The planned orbital illumination system seeks to deliver sunlight after dark.
Adam Scott Gets the Fright of His Life in the ‘Hokum’ Trailer
Gizmodo / 9h
The latest chiller from 'Oddity' director Damian McCarthy arrives in theaters May 1.
Replit snags $9B valuation 6 months after hitting $3B
TechCrunch / 9h
Replit raised a new $400 million round and said it hopes to have $1B in ARR by year's end.
Iran Warns US Tech Firms Could Become Targets as War Expands
Wired / 9h
Companies including Google, Microsoft, and Palantir were listed as targets by Iranian media as the conflict with Israel and the US spills into digital infrastructure.
TikTok will let you stream full songs in its app if you're an Apple Music subscriber
Engadget / 9h
TikTok will soon let you stream full songs in its app via a new integration with Apple Music . The company's new Play Full Song feature makes it possible to link your Apple Music account toTikTok, and play any song that strikes your fancy directly in the app while you're scrolling. Starting a song is as simple as tapping a button in the Sound Details page or your For You page. Assuming you pay fo
Pro-Iran hacktivist group says it is behind attack on medical tech giant Stryker
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TechCrunch / 9h
The hacktivist group claimed the attack was in retaliation for a U.S. strike on a Tehran school that killed more than 175 people, most of them children.
Guide To World Of Hyatt Club Access Awards: What Are They Useful For?
100+One Mile at a Time / 9h
World of Hyatt’s Milestone Rewards program offers perks for every 10 elite qualifying nights that members earn in a calendar year, all the way from 10 nights to 150 nights. The Milestone Rewards perk that has historically been the least valuable is club access awards. However, thanks to these certificates being transferable nowadays, they’re certainly more useful than in the past. Let’s cover the
I tried Australia's favorite VPN for 24 hours — and it's only a few improvements away from being a superb free VPN
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
It shot to second on the iOS App Store in the wake of age verification, but is it any good?
Quordle hints and answers for Thursday, March 12 (game #1508)
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
NYT Connections hints and answers for Thursday, March 12 (game #1005)
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
NYT Strands hints and answers for Thursday, March 12 (game #739)
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
American Airlines Flight Attendants Union Brings Back Strike-Threat Pins — But Still Will Not Say What It Wants
View from the Wing / 9h
A Discover-optimized lede for this would be: American Airlines flight attendants are being told to wear the red pins again — the same symbols used during the union’s strike-threat campaign — even though they already won a new contract and the union still is not clearly saying what, exactly, it wants now.
Our Favorite Backyard Bluetooth Speaker Is $25 Off
Wired / 9h
The compact but surprisingly potent Ultimate Ears Boom 4 gets marked down ahead of your first spring party.
Following UFO Expert Disappearance, New Mexico Residents Asked to Hand Over Home Security Footage
Gizmodo / 9h
Did he get beamed up?
The best 3D printer deal so far: Save big on the 'exceptionally good' Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2 Combo that impressed our 3D printing expert with its detail and accuracy
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
A big price-cut in the US and UK make this multi-color enclosed CoreXY 3D printer the one to beat right now.
Grammarly Is Pulling Down Its Explosively Controversial Feature That Impersonates Writers Without Their Permission
Futurism / 9h
Grammarly infuriated journalists, authors, and academics with its “Expert Review” feature, which impersonated writers — both dead and alive — without their permission. In Grammar’s telling, the tool allows users to “take your writing to the next level” by making suggestions inspired by “leading professionals, authors, and subject-matter experts.” The feature, which was only accessible beyond a fr
Hackers hijack WordPress sites to spread malware using fake CAPTCHA
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
A ClickFix attack can come in all shapes and sizes, including through compromised WordPress websites.
We can't stop raving about Apple's new MacBook Neo — and Amazon just surprised us with its first-ever price cut
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
The MacBook Neo is officially available to order today, and Amazon has a first-time discount, bringing the already affordable price down to just £569.97
Nespresso machines are going cheap in Amazon's spring sale, and these are my 5 top recommendations
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
If you've been thinking about picking up a Nespresso machine but have been worried about the cost, this is your sign.
'We can’t wait for players to experience this level of detail in The Witcher 4' — how CD Projekt Red and Nvidia are teaming up to transform the future of PC gaming
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Nvidia is bringing RTX Mega Geometry foliage to Witcher 4 – here’s why it’s more than just a cool name.
Outdated Targeting Data Blamed for Strike on Iranian School as Pentagon Fights for Autonomous Weapons
Gizmodo / 10h
At least 175 people were killed in the U.S. strike.
Microsoft's full screen 'Xbox Mode' will roll out to Windows 11 PCs in April
Engadget / 10h
Microsoft first debuted its full screen Xbox experience for Windows in the ROG Ally Xbox handheld , in a bid to compete with Steam's nearly 15-year-old Big Picture Mode . That Xbox interface eventually made its way to other Windows 11 gaming portables last year. Today at GDC, Microsoft revealed that its big screen Xbox UI is headed to all Windows 11 devices (including laptops and desktops) in Apr
Microsoft will start providing game studios with Project Helix consoles in 2027
Engadget / 10h
Microsoft plans to begin shipping early units of its next generation console, codenamed Project Helix , to game studios starting sometime next year. “We're sending alpha versions of Project Helix to developers starting in 2027,“ said Jason Ronald, vice-president of next generation for Xbox, according to IGN , which was present at the company’s GDC 2026 presentation where it shared early details a
Breakout Ventures raises $114M fund to back AI science startups
TechCrunch / 10h
Breakout Ventures is finding growing success by backing early-stage startups in scientific fields such as biology and chemistry.
Meta rolls out Facebook scam warnings
Mashable / 10h
We've long seen a problem with fraud on Facebook and Instagram . Now the company behind both social networks appears to be going on the offensive against scammers — by announcing a sweeping slate of new AI-powered tools and law enforcement partnerships. Meta says it removed over 159 million scam ads in 2025, and took down 10.9 million accounts on Facebook and Instagram tied to criminal scams. The
Citi Strata Elite Arrives In A Premium Box — But The Real Value Is 75,000 Points And Faster American Airlines Miles
View from the Wing / 10h
Citi Strata Elite arrives in a surprisingly premium package, but the real value is what the card earns. The current offer delivers 75,000 points and credits worth up to $1,200 in the first year, and its points now transfer to American Airlines AAdvantage.
Yes, ‘Chainsaw Man’ Is Really Ending
Gizmodo / 10h
io9 has confirmed with Viz Media that the smash-hit manga will come to an end, after speculation surrounding its latest chapter.
The MacBook Neo Is Putting PC Makers Into Panic Mode
Gizmodo / 10h
PC makers either have to respond fast or just sit there and let Apple eat their lunch.
Almost 40 new unicorns have been minted so far this year — here they are
TechCrunch / 10h
With AI igniting an investor frenzy, more startups are achieving unicorn status every month.
Nvidia Will Spend $26 Billion to Build Open-Weight AI Models, Filings Show
Wired / 10h
The move could position the AI infrastructure powerhouse to quickly compete with OpenAI, Anthropic, and DeepSeek.
‘20 years ago, this industry was fighting for survival’ — Spotify claims it’s saved music, but its new report is only one side of the album
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Spotify has revealed its 2025 revenue and payouts, but lesser-known artists are still struggling to make a living.
The AI-Generated Tilly Norwood Just Dropped the Worst Music Video We’ve Ever Seen
Futurism / 10h
Late last year, video production company Particle6 triggered near-universal backlash when it unveiled its so-called “AI actress” dubbed “Tilly Norwood.” The timing of the announcement couldn’t have been worse, as some of the biggest names in Hollywood had been publicly and strongly denouncing the use of AI in filmmaking. The innocent-faced avatar, which The Verge previously lambasted as a “ gen A
VC mega-funds are back with General Catalyst, Spark rumored to be raising billions
TechCrunch / 10h
General Catalyst is said to be raising $10 billion and Spark Capital $3 billion. This after several other firms have also raised mega-funds.
Hilton is opening a hotel in Kauai just 15 minutes from Wailua Falls
The Points Guy Articles / 10h
Hilton will open its first-ever Curio Collection property in Hawaii this fall, giving travelers a brand-new way to spend their points on the picturesque island of Kauai. The Hale Hokuala Kauai hotel will feature 210 rooms with impressive ocean and mountain views set on the Garden Isle. Starting in November, the newly built property will welcome guests with a signature restaurant overlooking a tro
This tiny radio lets me send texts without Wi-Fi or cell service
How-To Geek / 10h
Do you ever wish you had a way to message people long-distance without the need for cell networks or a Wi-Fi connection, or even satellites? You're going to want to hear about a tiny, cheap radio I bought and connected to my smartphone.
Poppi founder on TikTok, Super Bowl ads, and her return to Shark Tank
TechCrunch / 10h
For years, venture capitalists have been skeptical of beverage startups, citing thin margins and brutal distribution as reasons most brands never break out. But a new wave of “functional soda” companies has been challenging that assumption, including Poppi, the prebiotic soda brand that grew from a kitchen experiment into a $1.95 billion acquisition by PepsiCo. On this episode of […]
Tembo might just be the world's cutest drum machine
Engadget / 10h
A new company called Musical Beings has officially unveiled the Tembo , which might be the cutest drum machine ever made. Just look at this thing! It's got a wooden chassis that resembles a standard drum machine, but with one key difference. The sequencer is tactile. Users arrange beats by placing magnetic pucks that trigger samples. This seems like a really good way to introduce the basics of se
You Can Already Save $50 on the New M4 iPad Air
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. That didn't take long. The M4 iPad Air just came out today, and you can already pick one up at a (small) discount. The wifi 128GB version of the new iPad Air is currently $749 , down from $799. While $50 or $800 is not a big discount, the fact that Amazon is cutting the pri
Sony sued over high PlayStation Store monopoly prices and download fees
Mashable / 10h
A $2.7 billion dollar class action lawsuit against Sony is currently underway in the UK. The issue at hand? Lawyers for the plaintiff are arguing that Sony is taking advantage of its "monopoly position" by forcing gamers to buy digital games solely through its PlayStation Store. The suit also claims Sony forced gamers to pay 'unfair download fees'. The case went to London's Competition Appeal Tri
Scientists Just Used Some of Earth’s Worst Chemicals to Produce Battery-Grade Lithium
Gizmodo / 10h
A new method transforms a "persistent environmental liability" into a much-desired resource, the researchers say.
How hybrid vehicles are proving more reliable than gas-only cars
How-To Geek / 10h
Hybrid vehicles were once viewed as complex alternatives to traditional gasoline cars, raising concerns about long-term durability and repair costs. But years of real-world ownership data are beginning to tell a different story. In fact, some of today’s most reliable vehicles are hybrids, and new research suggests they may actually experience fewer problems than their gas-only counterparts.
This 'fascinating' Microsoft Excel security flaw teams up spreadsheets and Copilot Agent to steal data
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
There's more than one way to skin an Excel table, and this one abuses Copilot.
29 cut-price household essentials to add to your Amazon Spring Sale cart — from batteries to coffee pods
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Tech bargains are all well and good, but how about 16 electric toothbrush heads for half price?
Future-proof your PC with this Ryzen 7 9850X3D bundle deal: Save $509 and pack an X870 motherboard and 64GB of RAM into your creator rig
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Plus you get a $56 gaming mouse and Crimson Desert free.
How to watch Sunny Nights on TVNZ+ (it's *FREE*)
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Here's our guide on how to watch Sunny Nights online for free from anywhere in the world.
Meta will let kids under 13 use WhatsApp with parent-managed accounts
Engadget / 10h
Meta has announced that it’s introducing parent-managed accounts on WhatsApp. Designed to allow young people under the age of 13 to use the messaging platform more safely, these accounts feature new controls that enable a parent or guardian to restrict who can send them messages. Parent-managed accounts can also only be used for messaging and calling, so additional features like Channels, locatio
UPerfect UFree V wireless portable monitor review: Great specification, low price, but a few caveats
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
This wireless portable monitor is an affordable and flexible second monitor designed for those who travel.
This bizarre indie game challenges you to ‘rizz’ monster girls in a fantasy dungeon
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
The bizarre indie game Rizz Dungeon: Skeleton Key to My Heart just got a free demo.
Stay powered up in any emergency with the Bluetti Elite 400 for its lowest price yet
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $600 : As of March 11, get the Bluetti Elite 400 portable power station for $1,298.98, down from its usual price of $1,899. That's a discount of 32% and the lowest price we've seen . Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Bluetti Elite 400 portable power station $1,298.98 at Amazon $1,899 Save $600.02 Springtime is just around the corner. That means warmer weather and the potential for some se
Kate Winslet Is Joining ‘The Hunt for Gollum’
Gizmodo / 11h
Winslet will join returning stars Ian McKellen, Andy Serkis, and Elijah Wood in the new 'Lord of the Rings' film.
Anduril, the autonomous weapons maker, doubles the size of its space unit
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Anduril Industries announced on Wednesday that it is acquiring ExoAnalytic Solutions, a space intelligence firm that operates a vast network of sensors monitoring the veiled movements of satellites thousands of miles above Earth. "For nearly twenty years, ExoAnalytic has delivered important advantage[s] for the nation’s most critical missions," Anduril said in a press release. "Exo is a renowned
Nvidia is reportedly planning its own open source OpenClaw competitor
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Chipmaker Nvidia is preparing to launch its own open source AI agent platform to compete with the likes of OpenClaw, according to a recent Wired report . The magazine cites "people familiar with the company's plans" in reporting that Nvidia has been pitching the platform, which it is calling NemoClaw, to various corporate partners ahead of its annual developer conference next week. Salesforce, Ci
NIH director launches "Scientific Freedom" lectures with non-scientist
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
On Tuesday, word spread that the National Institutes of Health was launching a series of what it's calling "Scientific Freedom Lectures," with the first scheduled for March 20 . The "freedom" theme echoes one of the major concerns of the director of the NIH, Jay Bhattacharya, who feels he suffered outrageous censorship of his ideas during the pandemic and is using his anger about it to fuel his e
The graphene heat spreader secret: Why you should never peel the sticker off your NVMe SSD
How-To Geek / 11h
Whenever we get a new product, it's routine for some to take their sweet time peeling off all the stickers. And you should do this for a lot of stuff. But please, please, don't do it with your new NVMe SSD.
US Military Tested Havana Syndrome Weapon on Large Mammals, Whistleblowers Says
Futurism / 11h
Sprawling revelations about so-called Havana Syndrome show no signs of going away. Rumors of the alleged neurological condition — and the mythological spy-weapon that might cause it — have begun re-circulating in recent months, stirred up by early 2026 reporting that the US government paid as much as eight figures to procure a mysterious device linked to the ailment. Now, ex-government whistleblo
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando is World War Z meets MudRunner and has already become my go-to co-op shooter
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
John Carpenter's Toxic Commando delivers excellent shooting and seamless co-op play.
How to watch PSG vs Chelsea: Free Streams, TV Channels & Preview for Champions League Round of 16 1st leg, team news
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
All the ways to watch PSG vs Chelsea live streams from anywhere and for free, as the defending champions seek revenge for their Club World Cup final defeat.
How to watch Real Madrid vs Man City: Free Streams, TV Channels & Preview for Champions League Round of 16 1st leg, team news
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
All the ways to watch Real Madrid vs Man City live streams from anywhere and for free, as the Bernabéu hosts the pick of the Champions League Round of 16 ties.
My first-ever Pokémon adventure is still fantastic on the Switch 2, but I wish the LeafGreen asnd FireRed rerelease had something to make it a little more special
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Pokémon LeafGreen and its sibling Pokémon FireRed are as excellent today as when they were released in 2004.
The MacBook Neo just keeps winning — repair costs beat Air, teardown looks simple, and now I want it even more
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Apple's new MacBook Neo is collecting praise, and we're learning more about its build and even the costs of repairs — and it's looking more attractive all the time.
First look: Honolulu's iconic Moana Surfrider turns 125 and unveils complete remodel
The Points Guy Articles / 11h
It's a Hawaiian icon and the first-ever hotel built on the famous Waikiki Beach: Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa, Waikiki Beach turns 125 today — and TPG got a first look as the hotel completed a major multiyear renovation. This classic 791-room hotel is beautiful, with three distinct towers, each featuring its own style. The renovations have made the property sing once again, and I'd cert
Hacker broke into FBI and compromised Epstein files, report says
TechCrunch / 11h
According to a Reuters report, a foreign hacker broke into a server that was part of the FBI’s investigation into Jeffrey Epstein — without realizing they had hacked an FBI server.
Google Fiber just went live in this US city with 8 Gig speeds
How-To Geek / 11h
Google Fiber isn’t expanding as quickly as most of us would prefer, but it’s still coming to new cities and towns at a steady pace. Now, one more major city in the United States now has up to 8 Gigabit internet through Google Fiber: Las Vegas, Nevada.
XAI MacroHard and Digital Optimus is One Thing
Next Big Future / 11h
Elon explicitly pushed back on today’s Business Insider “Macrohard stalled → pivot to Tesla” FUD. XAI minor staff churn, departures did not delay the project. Macrohard project is not dead or abandoned. It’s been integrated as the planned joint architecture all along. These things exist to control a desktop. It is not magic to take ... Read more
WordPress debuts a private workspace that runs in your browser via a new service, my.WordPress.net
TechCrunch / 11h
WordPress’s new browser-based service lets users create private sites without hosting or signing up, turning the platform into a personal workspace for writing, research, and AI tools.
This PC upgrade is the weirdest thing I've added to Samsung SmartThings yet
How-To Geek / 11h
When I began my smart home journey, it was via Samsung SmartThings. I’ve used this platform to control everything from smart switches and thermostats to motion sensors and thermometers. But my latest addition still managed to take me by surprise.
This mobile controller is less than a third of the price of a Switch 2 and turns your phone into a portable gaming machine
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
The Razer Kishi V3 Pro is an excellent mobile controller, and it's never been cheaper at Amazon.
'Some of the best 4K Blu-rays I've ever tested' — Gruv is having a 3 for $39 4K Blu-ray sale, and I've picked the 6 best discs, all of which I've personally tested
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Gruv's 3 for $39 4K Blu-ray sale is incredible value and it features some of the best 4K discs I've tested!
A Pill for Sleep Apnea? Clinical Trial Yields Promising Results
Gizmodo / 11h
An old anti-seizure drug might also work to reduce apnea episodes, recent trial data has shown.
Google will stop at nothing to get you to sign up to YouTube Premium — and its unskippable 30-second ads could be the final straw
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Google is cracking down on more ads for YouTube's TV app, so a YouTube Premium subscription could become essential.
Save $110 on Mashables favorite bass-heavy Sony headphones at Amazon
Mashable / 11h
SAVE 44%: As of March 11, you can get the Sony ULT Wear headphones for $139.95 on Amazon, down from $249.99. That's a 44% discount or just over $110 in savings. Sony ULT Wear $139.95 at Amazon $249.99 Save $110.04 If you want premium audio without the premium price tag, the Sony ULT Wear headphones are your best bet. When Mashable's Deputy Shopping Editor, Miller Kern, tested them , she wrote tha
Wordles creator made a new game, and its way harder
Mashable / 11h
Wordle lovers might have a new obsession on their hands. Josh Wardle — the creator of the popular games now owned by the New York Times — released a new word-game creation. It's called Parseword, and it's far more difficult than Wordle. It's a tricky, cryptic crossword puzzle. It's...quite difficult, especially for a beginner. It's certainly a game for word nerds. I was an English major, and I wr
Most AI chatbots will help users plan violent attacks, study finds
Engadget / 11h
Eight of the 10 most popular AI chatbots were willing to help plan violent attacks when tested by researchers, according to a new study from the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH), in partnership with CNN. While both Snapchat's My AI and Claude refused to assist with violence the majority of the time, only Anthropic's Claude "reliably discouraged" these hypothetical attackers during testin
The Full Trailer for ‘Obsession’ Might Just Ruin Your Day
Gizmodo / 11h
'Be careful who you wish for,' reads the tagline of the new film from Curry Barker, out May 15.
4 features that make Android's default file manager better than third-party alternatives
How-To Geek / 11h
Most of us don't give much thought to file managers, but on Android, we used to—the built-in one simply didn't do enough. That has changed. Now, if you're still in the habit of seeking out an alternative, it may be time to consider the ways apps like Files By Google and Samsung My Files are simply better than most of what you find in the Play Store.
'We’ve got 5.5 million beautiful individually tested pixels' — Disney Adventure’s giant screen turns the middle of the ship into an immersive stage
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Disney Imagineers packed a 5.5-million-pixel screen, 2,400 hidden speakers, and a flying performer system into the Disney Adventure’s central stage — all while staying within strict cruise ship weight limits.
The PS Plus Games Catalog is getting Space Marine 2 and Persona 5 Royal in March
Engadget / 11h
Sony has announced its latest additions to the PlayStation Plus Game Catalog. While they might not top last month's introduction of Marvel's Spider-Man 2 , Extra and Premium subscribers are still getting access to some notable games. In March, the new additions include Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 (PS5) , one of Engadget's picks for the Best Games of 2024 , and Persona 5 Royal (PS5 and PS4).
HPE warns of dangerous security flaw which could allow Aruba OS password resets
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
HPE says it fixed five major flaws recently, including one deemed 'critical'.
This Amazon mini PC deal packs an Intel Core i5, 32GB RAM and 1TB SSD for under $500
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
The Kamrui Pinova P2 mini PC packs a 12-core Intel Core i5-12600H processor, 32GB of DDR4 RAM, and a fast 1TB NVMe SSD into a compact desktop system.
A Foreign Hacker Accessed FBI Files on Epstein Back in 2023: Report
Gizmodo / 11h
The FBI claimed that the “cyber incident" was ”an isolated one.”
5 Makita tools that are actually worth buying
How-To Geek / 11h
Do you plan to upgrade your tool collection this year, or would you like to be better prepared for upcoming DIY projects? Everyone has a preferred tool brand, and it's no secret that Makita is a fan-favorite among users. If you want to get your money's worth, here are five Makita tools that you'll absolutely love.
Fortnite's original Save the World mode will be free to play starting on April 16
Engadget / 11h
Fortnite's original Save the World game mode will be free to play beginning on April 16 . This is not the battle royale mode that went on to take over the world, but rather a PvE co-op campaign that focuses on crafting and survival. It currently costs $9 but that ends soon. As a matter of fact, Epic Games will stop selling the paid version of the content tonight, March 11, at 8PM ET. If you have
10 Hacks Every iPad User Should Know
Lifehacker / 11h
The boundaries between the Mac and iPad have blurred in recent years—especially with the release of iPadOS 26 . Apple's tablet now has a capable windowed multitasking system, a better file management app, and powerful apps. But the software can still sometimes be a limitation. It is, after all, a sandboxed environment, and the touch-first interface can hide a lot of pro-level features. But those
US Military Investigating Whether AI Was Involved in Bombing Elementary School in Iran
Futurism / 11h
Commercial satellite imagery captured last week shows the eerie devastation following the bombing of an Iranian elementary school. At least 175 people, including a large number of young schoolgirls, were killed in the attack. Haunting drone footage showed excavators digging dozens of graves for the victims. The airstrike, allegedly part of an offensive targeting an Iranian military complex nearby
Rivian spin-out Mind Robotics raises $500M for industrial AI-powered robots
TechCrunch / 12h
The startup, which was created by Rivian founder RJ Scaringe, is looking to train on data from, and deploy in, Rivian's factory.
I wear Anker's budget noise-canceling headphones every day for work—and they just hit a ridiculously low price
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
My wife hates trying to talk to me when I've got these ANC Soundcore Q20i's on at work.
Chilling Obsession trailer will make you never want to wish for anything ever again
Mashable / 12h
If you were planning on making any birthday wishes or wishing upon a star anytime soon, the trailer for upcoming horror film Obsession may make you reconsider. SEE ALSO: 'The Hawk' teaser: Will Ferrell embraces his inner golf champion From Focus Features and writer and director Curry Barker, Obsession introduces Bear (Michael Johnston), a hopeless romantic with a serious crush on his friend Nikki
How to unblock ITVX for free
Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: Unblock ITVX for free from anywhere in the world with a VPN . The best service for unblocking free streaming sites is ExpressVPN . ITVX is the home of massively popular British shows like Love Island , plus live sports, thrilling dramas, and so much more. The problem for interested streamers is that this service is only available in the UK. Haven't we heard this before? It's a common probl
Apples new M4 iPad Air launches today, and the 13-inch model is already on sale for $50 off
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $50: The new 13-inch Apple iPad Air (M4, WiFi, 128GB) is on sale for $749 at Amazon , Best Buy , and Walmart as of mid-March. That's $50 off its usual MSRP of $799; it's never been cheaper. Apple iPad Air, 13-inch (M4, WiFi, 128GB) $749 at Amazon $799 Save $50 Amazon , Best Buy , and Walmart are celebrating the release of Apple's latest tablet with a decent launch day deal. As of March 11 —
This Ryzen 3 4300U mini PC deal is a steal under £255 in Amazon's Spring Deal Days sale - and it comes with 16GB RAM and a fast 512GB SSD
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
NiPoGi Pinova P1 mini PC packs an AMD Ryzen 3 4300U processor, 16GB of DDR4 RAM, and a fast 512GB M.2 SSD into a compact desktop system.
'Stay tuned': Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse producers drop a big hint that they might be ready to show us some footage — and say they're 'very confident' it'll meet its release date
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Phil Lord and Chris Miller have insisted that the Spider-Verse film trilogy's final entry won't be delayed again.
Leaked United Internal Slides Boast A Stunning Turnaround — But The Deck Uses A Convenient Base Year To Make The Gains Look Bigger
View from the Wing / 12h
Leaked United internal slides make the airline look like it has already won — with stronger hubs, a more premium fleet, and years of growth under Scott Kirby. The progress is real, but the deck repeatedly uses the most flattering baseline to make the turnaround look bigger, while leaving out context that matters.
Microsoft Backs Anthropic in Pentagon Fallout Despite Heated Rivalry
Gizmodo / 12h
Microsoft is asking for a pause on the "supply-chain risk" designation.
How to use Power Query in Microsoft Excel
How-To Geek / 12h
Many people avoid Power Query because they think it's too technical, but it's actually one of the safest and easiest ways to organize your data. It handles the dirty work with an intuitive interface, records your clicks as you go, and automates your workflow before your coffee gets cold. So, if you've never stepped outside basic Excel formulas, today's the day to start.
Why it's so important to make sure your boarding pass says 'TSA PreCheck' right now
The Points Guy Articles / 12h
You're probably familiar with the mental checklist that runs through your head before heading out the door to catch a flight: ID in wallet. Essentials packed. Electronics charged. But as security lines swell across the country in the midst of a partial government shutdown, the most important pretravel task of all may be one that hardly crosses your mind: making sure your Known Traveler Number is
MSC World America cruise review: Megaship fun at an affordable price
The Points Guy Articles / 12h
Looking for a Caribbean cruise that is as affordable as it is a blast? MSC World America may be the answer. The massive, Miami-based vessel, which TPG just named the best new cruise ship of the year , is a ship built on a scale only before seen with a handful of Royal Caribbean vessels — notably the line's hugely popular Icon Class and Oasis Class ships . Like those vessels, MSC World America is
Aven Rewards Visa Card review: Earn 3% back on purchases
The Points Guy Articles / 12h
The Aven Rewards Visa Card is a cash-back credit card with high earning rates and simple rewards. It earns an impressive 3% back on all purchases (up to $10,000 in spending every cardholder year)^, then an unlimited 2% back thereafter. For those unfamiliar with Aven , it's a company that has historically focused on homeowners with its Aven Home Equity Visa, a credit card backed by home equity. Th
Asus routers hijacked to power dangerous cybercrime proxy network - here's what we know
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
KadNap is being used to create Doppelgänger, a network with 14,000+ devices targeting Asus routers.
6 genius ways to use your LAN that have nothing to do with the internet
How-To Geek / 12h
When most people think of their LAN (Local Area Network) it's in the context of connecting your devices to the internet. However, your LAN doesn't actually have anything to do with the internet in particular.
I've said it before, and I'm saying it again — do not overlook this underrated gaming audio accessory that can transform and hugely enhance your setup
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
External sound cards are a supremely underrated gaming accessory that can enhance your experience immensely - and one of my favorites is discounted right now.
I switched from a cordless vac to corded, and I'll never go back — here are 4 models I recommend buying at Amazon's spring sale
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
I've started valuing the power over the convenience of a cordless vac, especially since I started cleaning carpets more often
‘There’s no going back’ — still thinking of quitting ChatGPT? Make sure you do these 3 things first
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
People quitting ChatGPT after OpenAI’s Pentagon deal should export their data, copy their memories, and delete their chats before closing their account.
The Hawk teaser: Will Ferrell embraces his inner golf champion
Mashable / 12h
Between 2025's Happy Gilmore 2 and the Owen Wilson-led Apple TV series Stick , golf comedies are having a moment. Now, Netflix and Will Ferrell are getting in on the game with the upcoming series The Hawk . SEE ALSO: 'Margo's Got Money Troubles' trailer teases a single mother starting an OnlyFans Creator Ferrell stars as Lonnie "The Hawk" Hawkins. He was the world's top golfer in 2004, but his ca
Jumpstart your fitness journey with 33% off the Renpho Smart Scale
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $21: As of March 11, get the Renpho Smart Scale for $42.99 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $63.99. That's a discount of 33%. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Renpho Smart Scale $42.99 at Amazon $63.99 Save $21 Whether you're just starting out on your fitness journey or you want to get more technical with it, a smart scale can help you reach your goals. And the good news is that t
Grab a self-emptying Shark robot vacuum for under $300 at Amazon
Mashable / 12h
SAVE 54%: As of March 11, you can get the Shark AV2501AE AI robot vacuum for $299.99, down from $649.99. That's a 54% discount or $350 in savings. Shark AV2501AE AI robot vacuum $299.99 at Amazon $649.99 Save $350 A robot vacuum isn't saving you that much time if you have to follow it around to rescue it from getting stuck, or if you have to manually empty its tiny dustbin every single day. If yo
Snag a Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition for just over $200 by buying refurbished
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $73 : As of March 11, you can pick up a like-new Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition (32GB) at Amazon for only $206.99. A new device is typically $279.99, so you'll save about $73 or 26%. Opens in a new window Credit: Kindle Like-New Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition (32GB) $206.99 at Amazon $279.99 Save $73 Looking to up your reading in 2026? A Kindle is the ticket. There's pl
‘Chainsaw Man’ Fans Are Freaking Out That the Manga Might Be Suddenly Over [Updated]
Gizmodo / 12h
Fan theories are abound, thanks to contrasting versions of the latest chapter of 'Chainsaw Man' and its final page.
EV startup Harbinger reveals a smaller work truck with electric and hybrid variants
TechCrunch / 12h
The LA-based startup is trying to corner the commercial truck market with its electric and hybrid trucks that offer a lower cost of ownership and a better driving experience.
Claude was down for many — here's everything we know
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Having Claude issues? You're not alone — Anthropic says it's investigating an "active issue".
Business landscape is about to undergo a seismic transformation driven by AI agents
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AI agents are evolving. We are now advancing towards autonomous AI agents.
Rabbit's Cyberdeck is a modern take on a netbook
Engadget / 12h
When you think of an AI-forward PC, you might think of something like NVIDIA's $3,999 DGX Spark — a computer with enough computing power to run complex large language models locally. That's not what Rabbit is trying to build with Project Cyberdeck. Instead, the company's goal is to produce a device tailored for vibe coding, and Engadget was given an exclusive first look at the upcoming PC. Rabbit
The rise of the silver collar workforce
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The future of industry depends on responsible human-machine collaboration.
Five Hacks Every Fitness Watch User Should Know
Lifehacker / 12h
Whether you've just unboxed your first running watch or you've been logging miles with one for years, there's a good chance you're only scratching the surface of what it can do. Beyond simply tracking your run, today's smartwatches are packed with features that, with a little know-how, can genuinely transform your training. Here are ten hacks to help you get more out of your smartwatch running co
Meta’s Moltbook deal points to a future built around AI agents
TechCrunch / 12h
Meta’s Moltbook acquisition may look odd at first, but the deal could signal how Meta sees AI agents shaping future advertising and commerce on an agentic web.
5 must-watch Netflix movies and shows for winter sports fans
How-To Geek / 12h
If you're ready to cool down from a long week, Netflix has exactly what you're looking for. The streaming platform's collection of winter-related titles, from romance to sports, makes for a perfect winter of binge-watching some seasonal shows.
