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Hawaii Likely To Delay Tourism Reopening Again (Beyond September 1)
2KOne Mile at a Time / 5h
While Hawaii was potentially supposed to start allowing visitors without a 14-day quarantine as of September 1, 2020, that seems highly unlikely at this point. Hawaii’s current 14-day quarantine In late March Hawaii introduced a 14-day quarantine for anyone coming to the state . This has been extended a few times, and as of now is valid for arrivals through September 1, 2020. This extension has l
The iconic Arecibo Telescope goes quiet after major damage
2KArs Technica / 7h
That's a big dish! The Arecibo radio telescope in its salad days. (credit: NSF ) Early Monday morning, a cable suspended over the Arecibo Telescope in Puerto Rico broke and left a 100-foot-long gash in the dish of the iconic radio telescope . The 3-inch-diameter cable also caused damage to the panels of the Gregorian dome that is suspended hundreds of feet above the dish and houses the telescope’
The Next Season of DuckTales Will Feature an Hour-Long Darkwing Duck Special, Because I Deserve Something This Year
1KGizmodo / 4h
Look, it’s been a rough year for all of us. In times like these, we need heroes. Heroes like Darkwing Duck. Read more...
Air India Pilot Was Forced To Fly Passengers To Bangalore – After Being Fired
View from the Wing / 3min
Air India fired 48 pilots effective Thursday at midnight. The pilots union says the move is illegal. Air India says they're relying on a Supreme Court ruling from last year that allows the move. Apart from Indian labor law what's striking about the story though is that after the pilots were terminated effective August 13, one of them continued to fly passengers . Continue reading ...
How to spend 48 hours in Paris, France
The Points Guy / 6min
As the travel industry reopens following COVID-19 shutdowns, TPG suggests that you talk to your doctor, follow health officials’ guidance and research local travel restrictions before booking that next trip. We will be here to help you prepare, whether it is next month or next year. If you’re considering a getaway to Paris and it’s your first time, or if you just need some inspiration, then look
The 10 highest-grossing films on Netflix
Mashable / 9min
Life is not easy even if you're Netflix , a household name and streaming giant now up against titans like Disney+ and HBO Max . Though Netflix was never home base for every superhero movie or Star War, it usually had a rotation of some of the most popular movies in history, but that lineup looks different now in the throes of the streaming wars. With that in mind, we decided to figure out the top
Weekly Review: August 15, 2020
One Mile at a Time / 22min
Hello from Miami! Weather-wise it has been a surprisingly nice August, as I don’t think it has rained once in the past week, which is rather puzzling. On the points & travel front, this week details of the new Aeroplan program were revealed, new limited time bonuses were launched on Southwest credit cards, United Airlines announced Florida expansion, Marriott launched its next global promotion, a
The Joker and Poison Ivy are coming to 'Fortnite' on November 17th
Epic Fortnite Apple
54Engadget / 48min
Never mind the drama over app stores — Epic Games wants to entice you with more content on the platforms where Fortnite is still available. It just unveiled plans to bring The Joker and Poison Ivy to Fortnite on November 17th as part of a Last Laugh Bundle that also brings back Midas in a new Midas Rex outfit. Not surprisingly, you’ll also get Joker-themed extras like Back Bling, pickaxes and an
Zack Snyder's Army of the Dead Will Replace Chris D'Elia With Tig Notaro in Reshoots
83Gizmodo / 1h
After the comedian was accused of sexual misconduct, he’s getting recast. Read more...
'Fortnite' goes all in on Gotham City's biggest heroes and villains
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Fortnite is heading back to Gotham City. Starting on Friday, Batman, Harley Quinn, and Catwoman skins returned to Epic Games' popular battle royale throwdown, along with cosmetic items for each. They're all available in the Fortnite item shop individually and as bundles. Image: epic games That's not all, though. Another Gotham City-themed set of additions is coming in November as part of a bundle
Radisson Blu Maldives: Amazing Points Value
100+One Mile at a Time / 1h
What might be the new best value points hotel in the Maldives has just opened… Radisson Blu Maldives now open The Radisson Blu Maldives opened at the beginning of August, making it Radisson’s first property in the Maldives. Radisson Blu is Radisson’s most luxurious hotel brand. The hotel is located on Huruelhi Island, in the Alifu Dhaalu Atoll, which is about 105 kilometers from Male Velana Inter
Enjoy Some Indie Goodness With Dead Cells: Action Game of the Year Edition, Only $19
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Dead Cells - Action Game of The Year Edition | $19 | Amazon Read more...
Instagram starts merging chats with Facebook Messenger
300+Engadget / 2h
Facebook seems to be acting on its plan to unify messaging across its apps , however slowly. People at The Verge (and likely elsewhere) have received notice through Instagram’s Android and iOS apps that they’ll have the ability to “chat with friends who use Facebook” — that is, Messenger . The signature paper airplane icon for DMs has been replaced with Messenger’s logo. You can’t actually messag
The 25 best movie plot twists since 2000
41Mashable / 2h
Everybody loves a good plot twist, right? Whether they're ambiguous and thought-provoking (looking at you, David Lynch) or downright shocking (hello, The Mist ), twists have been a staple of movies since pretty much the dawn of cinema. In the list below, we've narrowed down some of our more recent favourites. From cases of mistaken identity to killers in disguise, here are 25 of the best movie pl
Hotel Sells Sex To Try To Bring Guests Back [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 2h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...
New York county renames airport after abolitionist Frederick Douglass
The Points Guy / 2h
Flyers to Rochester, New York, will get a free lesson on the abolitionist leader Frederick Douglass before or after their flights. The Monroe County legislature renamed the airport “Frederick Douglass – Greater Rochester International Airport” (ROC) at a vote on Aug. 11. The renaming includes the addition of educational material on the life and legacy of Douglass in the terminal, according to cou
Jim Lee Says DC Is Still Committed to the Business of Publishing Comics
Lee DC HBO Max Comics
100+Gizmodo / 2h
After massive layoffs that wracked DC Comics , it was, honestly, somewhat of an open question. Read more...
Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra camera test: 50 zoom photo samples
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The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra camera doesn't disappoint when it comes to zooming in. Here are more than 50 photos samples.
I built a surround sound speaker system using my phone with this creepy radio drama
40TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
The new tool uses the ‘hidden speakers’ that are all around you.
Hitting the Books: Volcanoes, mortal enemy of the mighty telescope
61Engadget / 3h
Humans are, as a species, hardwired to explore. We conquered the planet thanks to untold generations of people needing to see what lay over the next hill or around the next river bend and our infatuation with the stars is no different — we’ve wondered about worlds beyond our own since our days as hunter-gatherers. In The Last Stargazers: The Enduring Story of Astronomy's Vanishing Explorers , aut
Facebook begins connecting Messenger and Instagram chats together
Facebook Instagram
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Some users are seeing prompts to connect their Facebook Messenger accounts from inside the Instagram app.
Two galaxies collide in this majestic Hubble image
100+Mashable / 3h
NASA calls NGC 1614 a "peculiar galaxy." The brilliant cosmic object is the result of two merging galaxies. There are a number of wild things happening in this Hubble image, posted on Friday by NASA. To the right upper right is a "tidal tail," which forms when stars and gas are "stripped" from the outside arms of galaxies during a merger, according to Cosmos . There's a "burst" of radiant star fo
7 Things To Know Before You Cancel A Credit Card
42One Mile at a Time / 3h
We all have different things we’re looking for in credit cards, and over time those things sometimes change, especially in the coronavirus era. Maybe our spending patterns change, maybe the perks we value change, and in some cases maybe card issuers make changes to cards that are deal-breakers for us. I have over two dozen credit cards , and whenever an annual fee is due I analyze whether I shoul
Tea at the Ritz soured by credit card scammers
500+BBC News - Technology / 3h
Scammers posed as hotel staff to trick customers into handing over payment information.
Broken cable at iconic Arecibo Observatory damaged its radio telescope
SlashGear / 3h
There are many radio telescope facilities worldwide, but one of the most famous and iconic is located in Puerto Rico. The radio telescope is at the Arecibo Observatory, and recently a cable there mysteriously failed leading to damage to the telescope. Officials are still unsure what caused the cable to fail. The failure happened on Monday, August 10, when an … Continue reading
Save over $1,000 with these incredible RTX 2080 gaming laptop deals
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Dell's offering some top gaming laptop deals this weekend, with savings reaching over $1,000 on RTX 2080 rigs.
The future of cinema is almost here – and it looks like the Star Wars prequels
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We talk to the brains behind the Ōma Cinema, which turns a theater screen into the Galactic Senate from the Star Wars prequel trilogy.
Ford Performance teases 2021 Ford GT Heritage Edition
2021 Ford GT HE Ken Miles
SlashGear / 4h
The Ford GT is one of the most rare and valuable American supercars ever produced. There are a few even more limited versions of the Ford GT in the mix, including the Heritage Edition models that wear liveries meant to pay homage to successful racing cars in Ford’s past. One of the coolest Heritage Edition cars were the iconic blue … Continue reading
Fabulous fossil preserves eyes of 429-million-year-old trilobite
100+Ars Technica / 4h
Enlarge / Don't think you can pull one over on this trilobite—he's still got one good eye, ya know. (credit: Brigitte Schoenemann) Among fossils, trilobites are rock stars. They are adorable (as stony arthropods go), with a segmented shape distinctive enough to be a common logo. But they’re also fascinating because there are so many examples in the fossil record over such a long period of time, g
ronaldcmerchant:Julie Newmar as Catwoman
Music, Arts & Literature / 4h
ronaldcmerchant : Julie Newmar as Catwoman
NASCAR had to tweak the Daytona road course for stock cars—here’s why
50Ars Technica / 4h
Enlarge / This photo was actually taken during February's Daytona 500, which uses Daytona International Speedway's 2.5-mile tri-oval. But there aren't any photos up of stock cars running the 3.6-mile road course yet, and this is still what the cars would look like as they cross the start-finish line and get ready to brake for the sharp left turn into the infield. (credit: Jared C. Tilton/Getty Im
Copa Airlines restarts US flights after five-month coronavirus hiatus
The Points Guy / 4h
Copa Airlines returns to Miami and New York later in August after suspending regular flights for more than five months because of the coronavirus pandemic. The Panama-based Star Alliance carrier will return to Miami (MIA) and New York John F. Kennedy (JFK) with one or two weekly flights beginning on Aug. 21, according to Cirium schedules and confirmed by Copa. Travelers will be able to connect in
Huge recall reveals you may have recently eaten contaminated shrimp
32SlashGear / 4h
Last week, the FDA published an advisory pointing the public to a voluntary recall from Kader Exports, which is warning consumers to throw away certain shrimp products that may be contaminated with Salmonella. Because the discovery of this potential issue happened so late, the FDA notes that a considerable amount of this shrimp that was distributed — possibly all of … Continue reading
Decrypted: Hackers show off their exploits as Black Hat goes virtual
200+TechCrunch / 4h
Every year hackers descend on Las Vegas in the sweltering August heat to break ground on security research and the most innovative hacks. This year was no different, even if it was virtual. To name a few: Hackers tricked an ATM to spit out cash . A duo of security researchers figured out a way to detect the latest cell site simulators. Car researchers successfully hacked into a Mercedes-Benz. A W
Qatar's Deserts are Hot, Dry, and Full of Invasive Toads
70Gizmodo / 4h
As the sun descends behind sand dunes and wind-carved escarpments, central Qatar’s Al Rayyan region gets a reprieve from the intense heat of day. In the calm of twilight, a once-foreign sound emerges: the rasping croaking of toads drifts in over miles of parched rock and sand. Qatar’s harsh landscape is home to a… Read more...
Tesla is finally bringing two-factor authentication to its car app
Musk Tesla Two App
100+Engadget / 4h
Last year, Tesla chief Elon Musk announced that the automaker will introduce two-factor verification for its app. The company has yet to make it available, but Musk has revealed it’s finally close to happening. In response to a tweet asking about the feature’s status, Musk said Tesla’s “embarrassingly late” two factor authentication is going through final validation right now. Apparently, the aut
The phone camera is king and the Note 20 Ultra wears the crown…for now
72Mashable / 5h
Let's face it, cameras have become one of the most used (and beloved) features on our smartphones. Whether you're video chatting with friends and family, or taking some quarantine selfies (very guilty) for Instagram, that camera app is likely always running in the background. So, when it comes to choosing a new smartphone, you want to make sure you're getting a device with solid imaging bona fide
United Airlines adds Cheyenne and Tallahassee to map amid growing regional connections
96The Points Guy / 5h
United Airlines flyers will be able to land in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and Tallahassee, Florida, come November as the carrier continues to add regional connections during the coronavirus pandemic. The Chicago-based carrier will add a daily between Denver (DEN) and Cheyenne (CYS) on Nov. 11, and Houston Bush Intercontinental (IAH) and Tallahassee (TLH) on Nov. 18, according to Cirium schedules. Both ro
Travel Shaming Is Declining But People Are Still Afraid To Share Trips On Instagram
35View from the Wing / 5h
There’s an irrational belief that all travel is bad, even if holders of that belief cannot explain why all travel increases spread of Covid-19. And there’s a deep recession, and many people are hurting. So proponents of solidarity suggest everyone should suffer, or at least be shamed for not suffering. Continue reading ...
Project Power on Netflix is a drug-fuelled drama that overdoses on expensive action
Project Power Netflix
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Like recent big-budget Netflix movies, Project Power's story gets lost amid its satisfying action sequences.
How to Disable Xbox Achievement Notifications on Windows 10
How-To Geek / 5h
If you’re playing an Xbox game on a Windows 10 PC—like the ones in Microsoft’s Game Pass for PC service—you’ll likely see pop-up notifications for your Xbox achievements. Here’s how to turn off those achievement notifications. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
This weekend's MacBook deals offer big savings in both the UK and US
2020 MacBook Pro Apple
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This weekend we're seeing some great MacBook deals in both the UK and US - perfect for those looking to snag a laptop for college.
Singapore Airlines awards currently not bookable with partner miles
The Points Guy / 6h
Singapore Airlines is one of the most redemption-friendly airlines around. Its KrisFlyer program partners with all of the major transferable point programs , it doesn’t impose any fuel surcharges on its own metal and its flights are usually easily bookable through partners. However, for a limited time, it’s going to be a lot harder to book award flights on Singapore. Now through at least Sept. 1,
Apple Watch Series 5 drops to $299 at Walmart
7 Apple Watch 5 9to5Mac
300+Engadget / 6h
If you’re determined to get an Apple Watch Series 5 and don’t mind that it’s been around for a while, now’s your time to act — if you aren’t too picky about colors. Walmart is selling a 40mm GPS model with a silver aluminum case and white Sport Band for $299 , a full $100 below the official price. The discount doesn’t apply to other hues or sizes, unfortunately, but you can always roll some of th
'Rocket League' Cross-Platform Play Will Make Most Items Available Everywhere
How-To Geek / 6h
So, mega-publisher Epic bought Psyonix, the developer of popular car-soccer game Rocket League, and soon it’ll be free-to-play and you’ll be able to use a single Epic account when playing on any platform (PC, Xbox, PlayStation, Switch). But what happens to all the car customization you’ve earned in the five years you’ve been playing? Good news, you can keep them…sort of. Read This Article on Revi
Pumpkii home robot is like a Roomba that can scoop litter boxes
SlashGear / 6h
A newly introduced home robot called Pumpkii is made specifically for pet owners (assuming they have a dog or cat, that is). The robot promises a variety of functionality that enables it to keep pets entertained, help owners interact with their pets from a distance, and more. One of the robot’s most unique features is an extension arm equipped with … Continue reading
Southwest Airlines adds 4 new routes this winter, expanding Denver, Nashville bases
The Points Guy / 6h
Southwest Airlines does not hesitate to add routes connecting cities across its sprawling U.S. domestic map even as the coronavirus pandemic takes a big bite out of its business. The Dallas-based discounter unveiled four new routes from Denver (DEN), Nashville (BNA), San Diego (SAN) and Washington Reagan National (DCA) this winter in its latest schedule update through April 2021, according to Cir
6thsensical: “Animals are inspirational. They don’t know how to lie. They are natural...
Music, Arts & Literature / 6h
6thsensical : “Animals are inspirational. They don’t know how to lie. They are natural forces.” __Charles Bukowski babystudentkittenlove :
Facebook testing TikTok style short video formats in India
Facebook TikTok India
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Following India's ban on Chinese apps, several pretenders are seeking to replace TikTok in the popular short format video platform. Now Facebook is trying out something new, besides Reels
Betelgeuse may be ready to go supernova
Betelgeuse Dimming
42SlashGear / 6h
A red supergiant star known as Betelgeuse has intrigued scientists worldwide as it inexplicably began to dim noticeably in the sky. We mentioned recently that scientists believe they now know what caused the dimming. The theory is that material was ejected from the star’s surface and cooled in space, turning into dust that has blocked a significant portion of the … Continue reading
How to Set Up Donations on Twitch
How-To Geek / 6h
Many people on Twitch stream as a hobby. If you’re thinking about going full-time, though, you’ll need to raise some cash. Setting up donations on Twitch is one way you can do it! Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Southwest Airlines Plus Card Review (2020)
49One Mile at a Time / 6h
Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card 2x points on Southwest 1x points on everyday purchases baggage delay coverage Annual Fee: $69 Apply Now Southwest Airlines and Chase have a great portfolio of credit cards at a variety of “price points” (and by that I mean annual fees). In this post, I wanted to take a closer look at the Southwest Rapid Rewards® Plus Credit Card , which is Southwest Airli
This Funny Looking Padlock is Super Useful and Only $6 for Two
32Lifehacker / 7h
2-Pack: Quirky Flat Padlock | $6 | SideDeal Read more...
An Algorithm Determined UK Students' Grades. Chaos Ensued
300+Wired / 7h
This year's A-Levels, the high-stakes exams taken in high school, were canceled due to the pandemic. The alternative only exacerbated existing inequities.
American Airlines Warns Employees Not To Skip TSA Security When Traveling
21View from the Wing / 7h
Last month American Airlines fired their Cleveland airport General Manager for using his security badge to bypass TSA screening and board a flight, and having someone else skip security to bring him his laptop charger. Recently American reminded all of its employees not to skip TSA screening checkpoints when traveling. But the requirement for vetted people to go through regular security is dumb.
How to Be a 'Virtual Fan' At MLB and NBA Games This Summer
64Lifehacker / 7h
Professional sports are a thing that some people enjoy a lot. And given that most have been cancelled over the past several months thanks to the coronavirus outbreak, the fans are getting (understandably) restless. The good news is that some professional sports—like baseball, basketball and hockey—have started up… Read more...
How the pandemic could forever change the way porn gets made
100+Mashable / 7h
August 8 is International Female Orgasm Day, and we're celebrating with an entire week dedicated to exploring the business and pleasure of porn. The adult industry as a whole has done surprisingly well during, and in many ways thanks to, the coronavirus pandemic. The stress, isolation, and boredom of lockdown life have prompted huge spikes in overall porn site traffic in recent months, with viewe
nemfrog: Walter Crane’s Toy Books. The Sleeping Beauty. 1876....
Music, Arts & Literature / 7h
nemfrog : Walter Crane’s Toy Books. The Sleeping Beauty. 1876. Book cover. Internet Archive
nemfrog:Leo. The Starry Heavens. 1933.
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nemfrog : Leo. The Starry Heavens. 1933.
Google is reportedly replacing Duo with Meet for video calling
Google Duo Meet One
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Rumors are swirling that Google is planning to make Google Meet its single video calling app.
Sorry you can't find Ring Fit Adventure in stock – I’ve barely used mine
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Ring Fit Adventure stock is stupidly hard to find, but mine rests behind my TV and has barely been used. And I’m sorry about that.
Ask Yourself These 6 Questions to Identify Your Most Important Tasks
85Lifehacker / 7h
Along with never-ending anxiety, feeling overwhelmed seems to be the norm the days. You’d think that spending so much more time at home would help us get (and stay) on top of things, but that’s definitely not the case for a lot of people. (If you’re someone who quarancleaned early on and now have Pinterest-worthy… Read more...
Hans Zimmer Composes an Extended Version of Netflix's Theme for Theaters
25How-To Geek / 7h
All Netflix subscribers should be familiar with the short, booming ‘da-dum’ sound that accompanies some shows and movies. It’s a powerful intro that sets the mood for late-night Netflix binges, although you won’t see it at festivals or theatrical events. No, Netflix commissioned Hans Zimmer to craft an extended version of the Netflix theme for cinematic venues. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Nanoinfluencers Are Slyly Barnstorming the 2020 Election
300+Wired / 8h
Beware! Digital door knockers with small followings are posting often subliminal paid ads on social media.
Nvidia RTX 3080 is coming soon – but what will it really be called?
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Thanks to some convincing leaks we know a lot about what Nvidia’s next GPUs will be like – but not what they’ll be called.
How to Wear Contact Lenses Safely, If You're Going to Wear Them Anyway
90Lifehacker / 8h
Back in April, we reported on the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s (AAO) recommendation that contact lens wearers switch back to glasses for the time being, for pandemic reasons. In addition to avoiding anything that involves sticking your fingers in your eyes right now, the AAO also pointed out that contact lens… Read more...
How to Disable “Recommended by Pocket” Stories in Firefox
How-To Geek / 8h
By default, Mozilla Firefox shows you a selection of news stories from around the web (called “Recommended by Pocket”) on its Firefox Home page. If you’d prefer to turn those recommendations off, Mozilla makes it easy. Here’s how. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
DC Universe original content will soon move to HBO Max
Lee DC HBO Max Comics
SlashGear / 8h
It seems a recent shakeup at WarnerMedia has spurred a big change for DC Universe, the subscription service that launched in late 2018. According to a recent interview with DC Comics Chief Creative Officer Jim Lee, DC Universe will be transformed and its original content will be moved over to the much bigger and newer HBO Max streaming service. Lee … Continue reading
Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro: A Sub-$300 Phone with Killer Upper-Midrange Features
Xiaomi Redmi 144Hz
38How-To Geek / 8h
The Redmi Note 9 Pro is the latest in Xiaomi’s mid-level handset range. The focus here is to deliver a smartphone with specs that sit at the top-end of the midrange at an affordable price. Given that it comes stacked with solid features, has Xiaomi achieved its goal? Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Learn Non-Verbal Communication With The Complete American Sign Language Master Class Bundle
Futurism / 8h
Imagine you wake up one day and the way most of us communicate simply isn’t of any use. Think about how many sound cues you use every day: Ringing phones, beeps and buzzes, announcements over loud speakers. For more than 11 million people, who are hard of hearing or completely deaf according to estimates drawn from the US Census Bureau , that’s daily life. With the Complete American Sign Language
huariqueje: Summer landscape with cat (Detail) - Thure...
Music, Arts & Literature / 8h
huariqueje : Summer landscape with cat (Detail) - Thure Wallner ,1916. Swedish, 1888-1965 Oil on canvas, 81 x 87 cm.
Microsoft has to get Halo Infinite right on Xbox Series X no matter what
49TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Missing the Xbox Series X launch is painful, but 343 Industries and Microsoft know the future of Halo is more important.
The Radisson Blu Maldives finally opens after a 7-year delay
The Points Guy / 8h
If you’ve been collecting points and miles for a while, you’ve probably heard about the fabled Radisson Blue Maldives resort. Back in 2013, Club Carlson rewards (now known as Radisson Rewards ), as it was then known, announced plans for two resorts in the Maldives: the Radisson Blu Maldives Hulhumale and the Radisson Plaza Naagoshi. The Radisson Blu property was set to open in November 2013, whil
Iceland Adds Double Testing & Quarantine For Visitors
100+One Mile at a Time / 8h
Iceland was one of the first countries in the world to introduce what seemed like a viable tourism plan . Well, about two months into opening its borders to visitors, Iceland is tightening up its rules. Iceland will require double testing & quarantine Iceland will be imposing more comprehensive border screening measures as of Wednesday, August 19, 2020. As of that day, all arriving passengers: Wi
Midea U-Shaped Window Air Conditioner Review (2020)
100+Wired / 9h
This unique and smart machine avoids the usual pitfalls of box-shaped window ACs while keeping you cool and calm.
Want to Save Lives? Name Heat Waves Like Hurricanes
200+Wired / 9h
As temperatures soar into the the triple digits, the Extreme Heat Resilience Alliance says such names will spark public awareness and encourage safety measures.
Stop Fighting Over The Best House Outlet With Anker's $21 Charging Station
20Gizmodo / 9h
Anker 60W 6 Port USB Charging Station | $21 | Amazon Gold Box Read more...
Viral Tik Tok Video Shows You How To Check Into A Hotel Room
View from the Wing / 9h
I have a hard enough time keeping up with The Facebook. I like to argue so I'm more at home with Twitter. But this Tik Tok advice from a flight attendant has been viewed over 4 million times, and liked about a million times. Is there anything here we didn't already know? These tips are great as far as they go, but the best flight attendant hotel hack ever is making grilled cheese in your room wit
8 ways to repurpose your old Android or iPhone
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There are loads of things you can use your old smartphone for once you've upgraded to a new one.
Cruise executives say they’re in no rush to return to service
100+The Points Guy / 9h
A handful of cruise lines around the world have resumed limited departures in recent weeks. But don’t expect a widespread resumption of cruising anytime soon. Executives at some of the world’s biggest cruise companies in recent days have suggested it could be many months before cruising starts back up in a major way. “We will not rush to return to service,” Royal Caribbean Group chairman and CEO
Staying At A Kimpton? Don’t Forget The Secret Social Password
100+One Mile at a Time / 9h
IHG initially announced that it was purchasing Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants back in 2014, but up until a couple of years ago the brands continued to operate separately. Then in 2018 the Kimpton Karma Rewards program was finally integrated into the IHG Rewards Club program . Understandably, many people were concerned that IHG’s takeover of Kimpton would mean that the brand would lose what makes it
An Alexa bug could have exposed your voice history to hackers
Amazon Alexa Fitbit
400+Ars Technica / 9h
Enlarge / An Amazon Echo, specifically its top control buttons for volume, mic off, and Alexa action. (credit: Valentina Palladino) Smart-assistant devices have had their share of privacy missteps, but they're generally considered safe enough for most people . New research into vulnerabilities in Amazon's Alexa platform, though, highlights the importance of thinking about the personal data your s
Known enzyme may be key to unlocking super endurance in humans
21SlashGear / 9h
A new study from Harvard University details the discovery of a critical role the enzyme prolyl hydroxylase 3 (PHD3) plays that may help lead to super-endurance capabilities in humans. The study, which involved lab mice, involved blocking this enzyme, something that resulted in a massively increased ability to run long distances, among other things. Researchers explain that prolyl hydroxylase 3 …
Antivirus deal: get a 60% discount on the world's best software from Bitdefender
40TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Protect all your devices with one affordable plan - this antivirus deal from Bitdefender gives a fantastic price on fantastic software.
The 15 Best Weekend Deals: Apple Accessories, Games, and More
100+Wired / 10h
Need a mug to keep coffee warm for more than 30 minutes? How about a videogame to help you relax? We've found plenty of discounts to help.
ATM Hackers Have Picked Up Some Clever New Tricks
400+Wired / 10h
Over the last few years, so-called jackpotting attacks have gotten increasingly sophisticated—while cash machines remain largely the same.
How to ride an electric bike safely
48TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Expert advice to ensure your e-bike rides are safe and fun.
Not quite paradise: A review of Le Méridien Fisherman’s Cove in the Seychelles
The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: During the COVID-19 crisis, our team has temporarily ceased taking review trips. Instead, we have been publishing a selection of our most popular reviews from the past year. However, we have resumed the publication of new, previously unpublished flight , hotel and lounge reviews, from trips taken before the lockdown, like this one. We hope this will help you choose once we’re all r
Why 2020 Is the Perfect Time to Revisit IRC
200+How-To Geek / 10h
You don’t hear much about Internet Relay Chat (IRC) these days because social media and Slack have stolen some of its thunder. However, it’s far from dead! In fact, 2020 might be the best time to join (or rejoin) the text-based chat revolution. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Exeter Chiefs vs Leicester Tigers live stream: how to watch Premiership rugby from anywhere
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Exeter vs Leicester sees the league leaders take on this season's weakest team - here's how to watch a Premiership rugby live stream no matter where you are.
Spotify Isn't an Eyesore on Android Tablets and Chromebooks Anymore
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Can we all agree that smartphone apps stretched out for tablets look terrible? Even on iPad, where Apple put in a lot of effort to improve the experience, “doubled-up” iPhone apps look awful. Android tablet and Chromebook users rejoice, Spotify is rolling out an update to move away from a stretched app to something meant your screen. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Austrian MotoGP 2020 live stream: how to watch Grand Prix von Österreich from anywhere
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The first race of a double-header at the Red Bull Ring - we'll tell you how to watch the myWorld Motorrad Grand Prix and live stream the 2020 Austrian Moto GP from anywhere today.
Motorola Razr 2 may impress little and fold up
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Motorola failed to impress the foldable display phone takers in its first attempt. The Lenovo-owned company is now slated to redo it, better this time, by flipping the smartphone experience again at the virtual hardware event lined up for September 9, 2020. The Chicago-based phone maker is expected to release the successor to the 2019’s most anticipated foldable phone – … Continue reading
The Samsung Galaxy S30 series may skip a key piece of camera tech
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Samsung is reportedly making tweaks to the camera tech inside the S30 as it tries to catch up to Apple.
BT's broadband and TV deal gets you Champions League, UFC and more for cheap
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Looking to catch the big sporting events? BT's Fibre 1 and Sports package is affordable and comes with a big Mastercard.
Nvidia RTX 3090 GPU could have super-speedy GDDR6X RAM – and lots of it
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Flagship Ampere graphics card might be loaded up with 24GB of seriously fast video memory.
EliteSingles vs. Match: How a career-oriented site fares against the OG
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TV makes meeting people look much too easy. No one expects to live across the hall from their soulmates like Monica and Chandler or to find love at their small town office job like Jim and Pam. Between success stories from Love is Blind and The Bachelor and Bachelorette and going on first dates via video calls to get around a pandemic, the rules for finding love have officially gone right out the
Mend your mangled spine: Standing desks and laptop stands are on sale
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If you're one of the millions of people who became a remote worker in 2020, you've likely realized that your WFH setup is more important than you once thought. Prior to the pandemic, you probably assumed working from home meant laying in bed, slumping on the couch with a blanket, or sitting on the porch with a cup of coffee. Ah, wouldn't that be nice? In reality, if you're regularly working from
14 things you (or your kids) need for distance learning this year
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With many schools across the country either closed or operating under a hybrid model to prevent the spread of COVID-19, students and their guardians alike are bracing themselves for a fall semester of distance learning — and consequently, a back-to-school shopping shakeup. In addition to setting up a study station and stocking up on traditional school supplies (like your No. 2 pencils and your sp
Need a new vacuum? These top-rated Dyson alternatives are on sale.
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TL;DR: Keep your home spotless with the JASHEN V18 350W cordless vacuum cleaner for $199.99, a 42% savings as of Aug. 15. If you still fuss with cords when you're vacuuming, it's definitely time for an upgrade. The good news is that you don't have to drop big money on an expensive Dyson to get with the times. For instance, this affordable and highly-rated JASHEN V18 350W Cordless Vacuum Cleaner i
20 courses for less than $20 that will help you learn something new
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As disappointing and discouraging as the cancellations and postponement of events and milestones may be, this forced free time has given us all a unique opportunity to better ourselves. You can focus your extra time on amping up your workout routines and eating healthier or you can fuel your mind by learning new skills. Both are great, but if you opt for the latter category, we've got the perfect
Got a Magic Mouse for your Mac? These comfy grips are on sale.
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TL;DR: Add some comofrt to your Apple Magic Mouse 1 or 2 with MagicGrips for $10.99, a 26% savings as of Aug. 15. Even Apple's Magic Mouse, which is built for comfort, simplicity, and seamless motion, can make your fingers cramp up and your wrist sore when you use it for long periods of time. And with a ton of people working from home lately, days are longer and hours spent on the computer have i
Why you should get a deep fryer instead of an air fryer
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Air fryers have been all the rage the last few years, but we know you like to indulge. There's something about dropping food into a pool of hot oil that just makes it taste better . While we would love to eat every meal at the state fair, our hearts and wallets simply would not be able to take it. But you can get that delicious fried goodness at home whenever you want when you own a deep fryer. T
This cold brew maker works in just 4 minutes, and it's on sale for 45% off
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TL;DR: As of Aug. 15, you can make high-quality cold brew at home in just four minutes with this Gourmia GCM6850 Digital Accelerated Cold Brew Coffee Maker for $59.99, a 45% savings. Making cold brew isn't as easy as it sounds. You can't just pop hot coffee in the refrigerator and wait for it to get cold. (Well, you can, but it won't taste great.) Luckily, the coffee gods heard our cries for more
