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Mathematical ‘Hocus-Pocus’ Saved Particle Physics
3KWired / 3h
Renormalization, a technique that helps bridge the big and the small, has become perhaps the single most important advance in theoretical physics in 50 years.
Gangster capitalism and the American theft of Chinese innovation
500+TechCrunch / 2h
It used to be “easy” to tell the American and Chinese economies apart. One was innovative, one made clones. One was a free market while the other demanded payments to a political party and its leadership, a corrupt wealth generating scam that by some estimates has netted top leaders billions of dollars. One kept the talent borders porous acting as a magnet for the world’s top brains while the oth
Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross Win an Emmy for Watchmen, Coming One Step Closer to the Broodiest EGOT Ever
1KGizmodo / 16h
The most prestigious award combination in entertainment, the EGOT—Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, Tony—is an incredible accomplishment for any musician/actor/creator. Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross are a little closer. Read more...
After Math: Quibi wins some Emmys and Ridley Scott's 'Wolves' is renewed
Engadget / 5min
Woof, what a week it’s been. Not only did Apple reveal a bunch of new wrist-bound and palm-top hardware during its September 2020 Watch event on Tuesday, Sony’s Playstation 5 event followed right on its heels with news that the next-gen gaming console (the digital only version, at least) will start at $400, roughly the same introductory price as its Xbox rival. And that’s not even the half of wha
7 underrated regions in Italy with the best food and wine
The Points Guy / 10min
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. Italy is one of the top destinations in the world for food and wine. And the country’s culinary delights extend wel
How to Quickly Scroll Through Home Screen Pages on iPhone and iPad
How-To Geek / 15min
There’s a new way to quickly swipe through your various iPhone or iPad Home screen pages in iOS 14 and iPadOS 14—almost as if you’re scrubbing through a video. Here’s how to do it. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
NASA requests white papers to help choose Artemis science operations
SlashGear / 17min
One of the biggest missions NASA is working on today is getting prepared for the Artemis mission that will return humans to the moon. NASA recently requested science white papers to help the agency design a framework for the Artemis mission’s science operations. One of the proposals suggests astronauts on the mission should bring back samples of lunar ice and … Continue reading
Broncos vs Steelers live stream: how to watch NFL week 2 online from anywhere
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 19min
Follow our guide to get a Denver Broncos vs Pittsburgh Steelers live stream and watch all the NFL action online - are the Steelers as strong as they look on paper?
Panthers vs Buccaneers live stream: how to watch NFL game 2 online from anywhere
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 27min
The Panthers need to up their game but Brady's own improvements might just disrupt that - here's how to watch a Carolina Panthers vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers live stream.
Halloween 2020 will have an extremely rare full moon
SlashGear / 28min
Halloween is one of the most popular holidays in the United States, and this year Halloween will be particularly special. Halloween 2020 will be the first since 1944 were nearly all the time zones in the world will experience a full moon. The last time a full moon happened on Halloween in the US was in 2001 for the Central … Continue reading
How smartwatches could go from luxury accessory to ubiquitous necessity
36Mashable / 38min
Mashable's series Tech in 2025 explores how the challenges of today will dramatically change the near future. Over the past five years, smartwatches have gone from a futuristic novelty to a flashy product on the roster of nearly every major phone maker as well as other tech and fashion companies. But what do the next five years look like for smartwatches? Plenty of people own and wear smartwatche
Asus laptops, PCs launch in India - here's how you can watch it live
Series Facebook India
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 41min
Asus will introduce notebooks, desktops, all in ones as well as mobile workstations catering to businesses of all sizes under the "Commercial PC" line-up
This luxurious Maldives resort has an on-site doctor and free COVID tests
The Points Guy / 45min
Editor’s note: As the travel industry reopens following COVID-19 shutdowns, TPG suggests you talk to your doctor, follow health officials’ guidance and research local travel restrictions before booking that next trip. We’ll be here to help you prepare, whether you’re traveling next month or next year. When Jed Tsai booked his trip to the Maldives last November, he never could have predicted that
ChargePoint electric vehicle charging network could go public
SlashGear / 1h
Several companies in the electric vehicle charging infrastructure business are working hard to roll charging networks out around the country. In many areas, the lack of a charging infrastructure is cited as one of the main reasons drivers don’t adopt EVs. One of the big companies in the field is called ChargePoint and new rumors making the rounds suggest the … Continue reading
Amazon is set to launch new Echo and Alexa devices on September 24
Amazon Echo Alexa Google
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
We could be in line for a host of new product announcements next week if last year's event is anything to go by.
LEGO's Mario Figurine Is the Only NES Controller That I Care About
64 Super Mario Sunshine
27How-To Geek / 1h
LEGO’s Super Mario building sets let you craft your own real-world levels, with complex terrain, coins, enemies, and an intelligent Mario figurine. Now, a hacker named Rick (@r1ckp) is using the LEGO Mario figurine as a Super Mario Bros controller by translating the toy’s movements into on-screen actions. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Here’s how DOE’s first crop of risky energy tech has done
40Ars Technica / 1h
Enlarge / Former Energy Secretary Ernst Moniz speaks at an ARPA-E event in 2016. (credit: DOE / Flickr ) In 2009, the US Department of Energy started funding energy research through the Advanced Research Projects Agency–Energy (or ARPA-E) program. The goal was take more risks than traditional federal efforts and help new renewable energy technologies get off the ground. Private investment had bee
How to Play Android 11’s Hidden Easter Egg Game
How-To Geek / 1h
Google includes a hidden “Easter Egg” with each new Android version. Android 11 has one of the more elaborate Easter Eggs as it’s actually a game you can play. We’ll show you how to find it and play. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Chuck E. Cheese, Down on His Luck, Now Wants to Shred 7 Billion Arcade Tickets
20How-To Geek / 1h
Chuck E. Cheese, America’s sixth-best remaining video game arcade and 60,000th-best pizzeria, isn’t doing great. Between declining cultural relevancy and the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s no surprise that the company declared bankruptcy in June. But what’s to be done with billions of unused prize tickets, never to be spat out of a Skee-Ball machine? The answer is, apparently, “shred ’em all.” Read This
Falcons vs Cowboys live stream: how to watch NFL week 2 online from anywhere
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Follow our guide to get an Atlanta Falcons vs Dallas Cowboys live stream and watch all the NFL action online - both sides are in danger of an embarrassing 0-2 start.
Silvercar Moves From Airports To Audi Dealerships
23One Mile at a Time / 1h
Silvercar by Audi is one of my favorite car rental companies. As the name suggests, Silvercar exclusively rents Audi vehicles, so they’re significantly nicer than the typical rental cars you’ll find in the US. The company also does a good job using technology to make the rental experience better. Silvercar charges a reasonable premium over other car rental companies for what’s offered, in my opin
A Detroit Rapper Charged The Cockpit And Punched A Gate Agent. Now TSA Is Investigating.
23View from the Wing / 1h
On August 31 Cherrae, who identifies herself as a Detroit rap artist, boarded Spirit Airlines flight 1839 from Los Angeles to Nashville. According to a report I’ve seen, she was seated in one of Spirit’s “Big Front Seats” and prior to departure a flight attendant asked her several times to wear her mask properly over her nose and mouth. The flight attendant reported that she wouldn’t comply. Thin
Super-Absorbent Huckberry Onsen Bath Towels Are 15% Off Right Now
Lifehacker / 1h
Huckberry Onsen Bath Towel Sets | $85 to $133 | Huckberry Read more...
Study claims sea ice triggered the Little Ice Age in the 1300s
20SlashGear / 1h
A new study has been published that has found sea ice can cause climate change. The study has found that sea ice isn’t simply a passive responder to climate change. According to the study, the growth of sea ice could have contributed to the demise of Norse colonies in Greenland during the 14th and 15th centuries. The Little Ice Age … Continue reading
How to Find New Movies With Influences Similar to Your Favorite Films
32Lifehacker / 1h
If you’ve ever finished watching a movie and wished you had something similar lined up next, but aren’t exactly sure what that is, there’s a website that can help. It’s called Cinetrii , and it does more than your average “what to watch next” feature on streaming services. We found it, like many of our favorite things,… Read more...
Turn up the sport, turn down the utility: The 2020 BMW X5 M and X6 M
24Ars Technica / 1h
BMW has given the current X5 and X6 SUVs the M treatment. [credit: BMW ] Yes. Another SUV review. Sorry, but couples, families, singles, alt-lifestylers, outdoor-seekers, bankers, lawyers, doctors, musicians, actors, and even website developers are continuing to drive the SUV segment into utter dominance. And it doesn't matter where you live: the sales figures in Europe are accelerating more swif
How to Apply for a Job That Pays $50K to Explore National Parks
100+Lifehacker / 2h
It appears as though we are currently living in the golden age of contests marketed as “dream jobs,” with new opportunities being announced regularly. The latest one comes from Michelob ULTRA Pure Gold, which posted its listing for a new CEO—that’s Chief Exploration Officer —earlier this week. But this one doesn’t just… Read more...
Cool Concept: Special Nike Boeing 787 For Athletes
48One Mile at a Time / 2h
Here’s a really cool concept that will almost certainly never see the light of day… Boeing 787 designed specially for athletes Professional athletes travel quite a bit, and the logistics of that can be complicated. Teams travel with a lot of people, and more often than not they charter planes . Well, Nike and Teague have partnered to design a plane for athletes , and specifically for a basketball
Geoengineering Is the Only Solution to Our Climate Calamities
Earth Aurora Universe
100+Wired / 2h
Altering Earth’s geophysical environment is a moon shot—and it will be the only way to reverse the damage done. It’s time to take it more seriously.
How to Watch the 2020 Primetime Emmy Awards
28Lifehacker / 2h
With the country currently dealing with being on fire and under water in the midst of a pandemic and the lead up to a presidential election, things like awards shows may (understandably) not be on our radar. But it’s September, and the 72nd Emmy Awards are coming up—tonight, to be exact. Here’s what to know about this… Read more...
How to Move a Window to Another Virtual Desktop on Windows 10
26How-To Geek / 2h
If you often use virtual desktops in Windows 10 to manage your workspaces, you might find that keeping track of windows between them can sometimes be a hassle. Luckily, Windows makes it easy to move windows between virtual desktops. Here’s how. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Verizon launches Unlimited Plus with 5G for laptops, tablets, and jetpacks
Verizon Amazon UP Tracfone
23SlashGear / 2h
Verizon has introduced Unlimited Plus, a new plan that offers wireless customers connectivity for their compatible tablets, laptops, and Verizon Jetpack hotspot devices. The plan offers both 4G LTE and 5G Ultra Wideband data, the latter of which is obviously dependent on using a device that supports the next-gen connectivity. In addition, Verizon is offering connected smartwatch owners a standalo
How to Replicate the iOS 14 App Library on Android
How-To Geek / 3h
iOS 14 introduced an “App Library” feature that acts like an app drawer. It’s a place for your apps to be automatically organized into folders by category. That concept might sound handy to you, too, if you have an Android. Let’s see if we can mimic it. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
The Five Stages of Video Game Announcement Grief
20How-To Geek / 3h
Remember when video game announcements were fun? I’ve found myself watching new game announcements closely, looking for signs that this game uses a “freemium” or pay to win model that has a ton of microtransactions added on (sometimes in addition to a purchase price), or a live service grind-a-thon designed to regurgitate content for years and sucker players into buying loot boxes or battle passe
The Android 11 interview: Googlers answer our burning questions
52Ars Technica / 3h
(credit: Aurich Lawson / Getty Images) We've established a bit of a tradition here at Ars. Every year at Google I/O, we have a sit-down talk to learn more about Android directly from the people that make it. Of course, this year, just about every major event was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, nothing is really normal, and Google I/O never happened. We can still do interviews over the I
Hyatt 40 Night Milestone Reward: Which Is Best?
95One Mile at a Time / 3h
World of Hyatt Globalist is my favorite hotel status . While Hyatt is extending everyone’s status this year , I’ve still just passed 40 elite nights, primarily thanks to a combination of credit card spending, and quite a few nights at the beginning of the year. Last year Hyatt introduced Milestone Rewards , and with passing 40 elite nights I also have the choice of a new Milestone Reward. In this
5 Things I Didn’t Know About Airport Codes
30View from the Wing / 3h
On the most recent episode of the always-excellent “Airlines Confidential” podcast journalist Seth Kaplan and former Spirit Airlines CEO Ben Baldanza were talking about airport codes and they shared several things I wasn’t aware of, though perhaps have heard in passing before. Continue reading ...
iPad Air 4 vs Samsung Galaxy Tab S7: which top tablet is for you?
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Is the iPad Air 4 worth picking up over Samsung's Galaxy Tab S7 or S7 Plus?
Christopher Nolan movies ranked – including Tenet
Lego Batman 1989 Batwing
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
We've ranked the movies of Christopher Nolan, including Tenet, his newest film.
Up Your Zoom Game With This Highly-Rated 2K Rotating Webcam For Only $20 With Promo Code
24Gizmodo / 3h
DYY 1440P HD Webcam | $20 | Amazon | Promo Code 50WDW2CV Read more...
The iOS 14 Privacy and Security Features You Should Know
100+Wired / 4h
The latest update for your iPhone and iPad will make them safer than ever.
The Best Creams and Tools for Removing Hair: Creams, Wax, and More
84Wired / 4h
Shaving can cause razor burn and ingrown hairs. These alternative options might be better for your skin—and sanity.
Amazon Echo Dot vs Google Nest Mini: which compact smart speaker is best for you?
Amazon Echo Alexa Google
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Choosing between the Amazon Echo Dot and the Google Nest Mini? Here’s what you need to know.
Companies can track your phone’s movements to target ads
Apple 14 App Library
200+Ars Technica / 4h
Enlarge (credit: Qilai Shen | Bloomberg | Getty Images) Google and Apple have taken steps this year they say will help users shield themselves from hundreds of companies that compile profiles based on online behavior. Meanwhile, other companies are devising new ways to probe more deeply into other aspects of our lives. In January, Google said it would phase out third-party cookies on its Chrome b
What’s the Deal with Google Home and Nest? Is There a Difference?
38How-To Geek / 4h
In the smart home world, there are two brands you hear about a lot: Google Home and Nest. Both are actually owned by Google, but the way the company uses these names has led to some confusion. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
TikTok's US deal is back on, so it can stay in app stores
72TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
A deal between ByteDance, Oracle and Walmart gets Presidential blessing, but it's not over the line yet.
New X1 Credit Card: Too Good To Be True?
48One Mile at a Time / 5h
The waitlist has opened for the new X1 Credit Card , which is expected to launch in winter 2020. This card seems like a hybrid between Brex and the Apple Card , and I’m equal parts intrigued and skeptical. I can’t help but think that the card might just be too good to be true, and wonder how it’s sustainable… Let’s go over some of the card basics… Earning points with the X1 Card The X1 Card will
Your next smart TV could be modular, says Sony exec – here’s why
49TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
How big can smart TVs actually get? With new form factors on the way, there seems to be no limit in sight.
HDMI 2.1 isn’t necessary for PS5, says Sony product manager
Sony PlayStation 5
53TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Do we really need HDMI 2.1 to get the most out of a next-gen console? Sony's Digital & Home Cinema product manager doesn't think so.
LG Wing 5G vs Galaxy Z Fold2 5G: Should you swivel or continue to fold
33SlashGear / 5h
Foldable and dual-screen phones have come a long way but there hasn’t been too much that has changed intrinsically. LG is bent at making heads turn with its new Wing 5G that is arguably the strangest dual-display phone we’ve seen. Samsung is the pioneer – it knows how to make high-end phones that fold and are still worth the money, … Continue reading
MotoGP live stream: how to watch Grand Prix Misano #2 from anywhere
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Andrea Dovizioso leads the championship heading into the Misano II GP - here's how to watch a MotoGP Emilia Romagna and Riviera of Rimini Grand Prix live stream today.
This heated massage therapy gun is on sale for more than 50% off
68Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Say goodbye to muscle pain with a FusionX heated massage gun for $199.99, a 33% savings as of Sept. 20. Whether you work out all the time or just on occasion, we can all agree on one thing: Sore muscles are a real buzzkill. While foam rollers and stretching can help, they can only do so much Massage therapy guns can be a total game-changer, and the FusionX Heated Massage Gun is on sale for
Kitchen gadgets, tech gear, and more on sale already at Black Friday prices
44Mashable / 6h
There are still three more months of 2020, which means you have around 100 days to make it a better year. There is hope for us yet. Step one — treat yourself. For one weekend only, you can slash an extra 20% off these gadgets and gizmos because why the hell not have a huge sale in September? There are deals on kitchen appliances, phone and computer accessories, sanitizing equipment, and more. Jus
Summer isn't over 'til you say it's over — save $130 on this inflatable pool
24Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Have fun with the whole family with an Avenlur inflatable family pool for $179.99, a 40% savings as of Sept. 20. Summer is basically over, and many of us didn't even get the chance to partake in a pool party Sigh . With most public pools closed due to social distancing measures, we had no choice but to stay at home making weird coffee and baking bread from scratch. There's no shame in that
This weekend's best outdoor deal is this sleek (no, really) mosquito trap
46Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Get rid of pesky insects with a Wizap™ Monster 360° 3-in-1 mosquito trap for $71.99, a $77 savings as of Sept. 20. Whether you have a beautiful outdoor patio or a balcony big enough for a single lawn chair, you're typically used to fighting off bugs until you eventually surrender and go inside. Getting rid of bugs is complicated, and most machines are eyesores at best. The Wizap™ Monster 3
15 online courses on sale for under $30 this weekend
28Mashable / 6h
It's never a bad idea to learn a new skill or explore a new field. Online learning is a great way to do that — and there are classes out there on pretty much everything. We've compiled 15 online courses on sale this weekend, each of which you can grab for less than $30 with the code VIPSALE at checkout. Even if the rest of 2020 is a wash, at least you can say you learned something new. The 2020 P
Sony A7C vs Panasonic Lumix S5: which is the best full-frame camera?
Sony PlayStation 5
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
The new Sony A7C and Panasonic Lumix S5 are both compelling compact full-frame cameras. But which has the edge?
Nvidia RTX 3080 GPU is overclocked to 2.34GHz with record-breaking results
100+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Three new records set as an expert overclocker shows us what the RTX 3080 can really do with exotic cooling.
iPadOS 14: the good, the bad and loads of missing features
14 iPhone iPad 13.7
69TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
The iPadOS 14 beta has been out for a few days now: here are our first thoughts on the new iPad operating system update.
These 'smart' home devices could be the biggest security threat to your entire company
44TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Experts warn major security threats could be lurking where you least expect them.
This palm-sized PC from China could represent the future of computing
83TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Meet Wuying, a look at the what may be to come in years ahead.
