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Ancient Rocks Reveal When Earth's Plate Tectonics Began
8KWired / 2h
New data indicating that the planet's surface broke up about 3.2 billion years ago helps clarify how shifting plates drove the evolution of complex life.
What We're Playing: 'Trackmania' Makes You Enjoy Resetting
500+How-To Geek / 5h
If there’s been one game eating up my free time for the past week or so, it’s Trackmania 2020. This high-speed racer has arcadey thrills, enough tracks to last a lifetime, and one of the purest gameplay loops I’ve come across. So, let’s dive a bit deeper into why I find this game so addictive. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Union creates hotline for disgruntled Amazon staff
1KBBC News - Technology / 1h
Unite urges workers to come forward to voice complaints about hours, pay, targets and breaks.
Artemis Orion spacecraft water drop test goes off without a hitch
SlashGear / 15min
NASA is currently working its way through all the tests required to certify the Orion spacecraft for flight. The Orion spacecraft will be used as the space vehicle to ferry astronauts and cargo to the moon and beyond as part of the Artemis missions in the future. One of the tests the spacecraft has to complete and pass prior to … Continue reading
Serbia Vaccinating Some Visitors For Free
29One Mile at a Time / 24min
There has been a lot of talk about the concept of vaccine tourism, whereby those who are in a place where vaccines are in short supply book an expensive holiday somewhere that includes getting vaccinated. Well, Serbia seems to be taking a modified approach to this, as the country is vaccinating foreigners at no cost… at least this weekend. Serbia vaccinating foreigners Daily Sabah reports that th
Albania vs England live stream: how to watch FREE WC 2022 qualifier and from anywhere
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 26min
Can England come away from tricky away tie with three points? Follow our guide to getting an Albania vs England live stream and watch no matter where you are.
South Korean President Announces Plans To Land On The Moon By 2030
Futurism / 28min
Seoul to Satellite South Korean President Moon Jae-in announced a lofty goal last week: To launch a rocket developed in his country that’s capable of landing a robotic lander on the Moon by 2030. In a speech given on March 25 at the Naro Space Center in Goheung, South Korea, President Moon unveiled plans to develop South Korea’s space program to land on Earth’s only natural satellite along with s
Volkswagen shares details on its new Amarok truck
SlashGear / 36min
Volkswagen has offered a midsize truck in Europe for a long time. While most Volkswagen models are sold in the US, its truck has stayed out of the country. The next generation of the VW pickup, called the Amarok, is based on the Ford Ranger. The automaker is sharing some new details on the truck and its return to Europe … Continue reading
How to Change Text Size in Websites in Chrome for iPhone and iPad
How-To Geek / 36min
Some websites make the on-screen text really hard to read. Thankfully, the Google Chrome web browser on the iPhone and iPad has a zoom feature specific to the text. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Stop N' Pour N' Stop That Wine Again With 65% off This 2-Pack of Zevro Stoppers
Lifehacker / 40min
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Reddit partial outage makes it difficult to browse this weekend
SlashGear / 50min
Popular anonymous social media platform Reddit is experiencing a partial outage this weekend, meaning you may run into issues with loading posts or comments using a desktop browser or mobile app. The issues aren’t substantial enough to prevent users from accessing the service but have resulted in ‘an elevated error rate,’ the Reddit Status website shows. If you’ve attempted to … Continue reading
This Marriott Hotel Charges A $30 Resort Fee – But Only If They’re Redeeming Points For The Stay
View from the Wing / 53min
The Renaissance La Concha Resort in Puerto Rico charges a resort fee that’s a percentage (18%) of the room rate. For award guests, then, the resort fee should be zero – since 18% of zero is zero. Not wanting to lose out on hidden fee revenue from points guests, they charge Marriott Bonvoy members redeeming points a $30 resort fee for each night of their stay. There are two problems with this. Con
How to Watch the 2021 Oscar Best Picture Nominees
How-To Geek / 57min
Thanks to shifts in movie release patterns during the COVID-19 pandemic, most of the movies nominated for 2021’s major awards, including the Oscars, are easily accessible for home viewing. Here’s how to stream the 2021 Academy Award nominees. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Why Tai Chi needs more love from the tech world
28Mashable / 1h
March Mindfulness is Mashable's series that examines the intersection of meditation practice and technology. Because even in the time of coronavirus, March doesn't have to be madness. The first time I encountered Tai Chi was in 2002, via one of the hottest technology formats of the age: DVDs. I bought Tai Chi for Weight Loss on Amazon, and was surprised by how its exercises felt easier and more e
How to Get Rid of Cicadas When the Brood Arrives
Lifehacker / 1h
Remember when 2021 was the year things were supposed to get better? Well, sorry, people who live in a handful of eastern states— the cicadas are coming . If you’ve tortured yourself by doing images searches for the insects, then you already know that they’re not easy on the eyes. But are they dangerous? Either way,… Read more...
Save on PS5, Xbox and Nintendo Switch game deals with this 3 for 2 offer at Amazon
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Amazon is offering 3 PS5, Xbox or Nintendo Switch game deals for the price of 2 this weekend.
SpaceX’s domination of low Earth orbit increases collision risk says expert
SlashGear / 1h
SpaceX has been putting large numbers of satellites into low Earth orbit as part of its Starlink program to bring broadband Internet to every corner of the planet. SpaceX is rapidly deploying satellites with multiple launches aboard its own Falcon 9 rockets typically putting 60 of its satellites into orbit at a time. So far, SpaceX has put about 1300 … Continue reading
Food Network reveals Chopped 420, a cannabis cooking competition
SlashGear / 1h
Food Network plans to launch a spinoff of its popular Chopped cooking competition. The new series, Chopped 420, will feature contestants who compete with each other to prepare meals using provided ingredients — one of which will be cannabis, which is now legal at the recreational level in a number of US states. Cannabis cooking shows are a thing, but … Continue reading
Wow: How Lions Are Transported By Plane In South Africa
81One Mile at a Time / 1h
Here’s something airplane related that’s totally random, but kind of cool. The Bateleurs is a non-profit company in South Africa that recently transported some Kalahari lions, which are known for being the largest lions in Africa. Three of them were recently flown from Khamab Kalahari Reserve to Mabula Game Reserve, with the intent of increasing genetic diversity and reducing population sub-divis
Maya Rudolph's perfect Beyoncé impression lights up an 'SNL' take on 'Hot Ones'
58Mashable / 1h
No one does a better Beyoncé impression than Maya Rudolph, and Saturday Night Live used the occasion of Rudolph's appearance at host to bring back the classic. In this sketch, Rudolph-as-Beyoncé brings the pop star's regal bearing to the hit YouTube interview series, " Hot Ones ," in which guests eat a progressively hotter series of chicken wings (or vegetarian/vegan equivalent) as host Sean Evan
Xiaomi teases the return of its own custom chips for future devices
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Besides phones and electric cars, Xiaomi could also be unveiling a new system-on-a-chip at its event on March 29.
Submit the Most Meme-Worthy Photo of Your Dog for a Chance to Win $1,000
Lifehacker / 1h
We’ve all had a rough (ruff) year, and sometimes looking at funny photos of dogs can make us feel better, even for just a few seconds. And if you’ve ever seen a popular dog meme and thought, “hey, my dog is just as funny,” now’s your chance to prove it. Read more...
How to Restore Deleted Posts or Stories on Instagram
How-To Geek / 1h
Instagram has a trash folder. Whether it’s a story you accidentally removed or a picture you’ve now changed your mind about, you can use this folder to retrieve deleted IGTV videos, stories, posts, or reels. Here’s how to restore your Instagram posts. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Channel Nine cyber-attack disrupts live broadcasts in Australia
200+BBC News - Technology / 1h
The broadcaster says it is investigating whether the hack was "the work of a foreign nation".
Pete Davidson explains NFTs in another amazing Eminem parody on 'SNL'
44Mashable / 1h
Pete Davidson is really carving out a place for himself as Saturday Night Live 's premiere Eminem impersonator. After recently taking on the rap star's "Stan" in a sketch that laid into the futility of shopping for a PlayStation 5 , Davidson is back now with a new version of " Without Me " that turns its attention to another hot tech story of the moment: NFTs. Helped by Chris Redd, who takes on t
Samsung Galaxy S20 FE vs Samsung Galaxy S20: the two 2020 phones compared
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
They might look like very similar offerings, but there are some fascinating differences between Samsung’s two most affordable Galaxy S20 models
Fortnite’s best feature is fishing, and here’s why I’m hooked
35TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Fishing is the best feature in Fortnite, and if you take the time to master it, you might fare better in the battle royale.
Pick Up a Free Gardening Kit at Lowe's Every Week in April
90Lifehacker / 1h
After a long winter—especially if you live with kids—everyone in your household is probably ready to get outside. And if your family got into gardening last spring while stuck at home, you may be looking for some new projects. In fact, according to a survey conducted by Cinch Home Services , 54% of homeowners indicated… Read more...
If You Liked Simple, Try These Online Banks Instead
68Wired / 1h
Now that the pioneering online bank is merging with BBVA, you might be in the market for something new. These are the closest, easiest alternatives.
These Chimps Are All of Us
20Gizmodo / 1h
It’s well-known that pandemic times have forced humans to become very acquainted with their screens. In lieu of seeing other people in person, for instance, many of us see them virtually, whether for work or recreation. And don’t even get me started on all the show binging. (I’m currently watching a remake of Ugly … Read more...
How to Disable Control Center on the iPhone Lock Screen
How-To Geek / 2h
When your iPhone or iPad is locked, there may be times when you don’t want people to be able to use Control Center. Luckily, there’s an easy way to turn off Control Center on the lock screen. Here’s how. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
United returns to New York JFK after more than a five year hiatus with inaugural flagship routes
84The Points Guy / 2h
Nearly six years ago, United Airlines bid farewell to New York’s JFK airport, giving up its operations at the nation’s sixth-busiest airport — and the biggest in the Northeast — and surrendering the airport to the competition. Today, Sunday March 28, following several delays , United makes its grand return. The airline will resume service to the airport with flagship flights to San Francisco (SFO
Bowen Yang hilariously dismantles performative allyship in a memorable 'SNL' Weekend Update
38Mashable / 2h
Saturday Night Live 's Bowen Yang had some things to say about anti-Asian hate and how people are finding ways to help on the latest Weekend Update. After being introduced by co-host Colin Jost as the show's "Asian cast member" — a trap, Yang dryly informs him — the segment launches into an intentionally over-the-top rundown of not-entirely-helpful and funny-in-an-upsetting-way strategies that th
A light show for every crit: How good are the $39 Pixels “smart” dice?
60Ars Technica / 2h
The Pixels Dice, special pre-alpha edition, as tested by Sam Machkovech. [credit: Sam Machkovech ] Oh, Kickstarter: the land of wild, wacky promises and broken dreams, where products that could've been imagined during a productive shower or a psychedelic trip can become a reality, logistics and physics be damned. As we've written and seen, however, it's a dangerous space for consumers , so much s
Review: Thompson Hotel Dallas
28One Mile at a Time / 2h
We’re living in hotels full-time at the moment . In this post I wanted to review the Thompson Dallas , where we stayed shortly after opening in late 2020. This hotel is special to me for a few reasons — it was my first Thompson stay (and caused me to fall in love with the brand ), it’s the single hotel we’ve spent the most time in, and it’s also the property that made us feel comfortable living i
Epic and Hasbro team to launch Fortnite ‘The Foundation’ figurine
SlashGear / 2h
Epic Games has partnered with Hasbro to launch a new Fortnite figurine based on an iconic character from the Zero Point Crisis storyline: The Foundation. The figurine measures 6-inches in height and can be posed using any of its 20 points of articulation. As you’d expect, the company is also limiting the number of units that can be ordered by … Continue reading
How to Stream to Twitch from an Xbox Series X or S
21How-To Geek / 2h
Streaming from your Xbox Series X or S directly to Twitch is a slightly cumbersome, yet ultimately serviceable way of sharing live gameplay online. Mixer may be dead, but Twitch lives on—and you don’t need any special hardware to use it. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Martin Short joins Maya Rudolph for Kamala and Doug's star-studded 'SNL' Seder
76Mashable / 2h
Chag sameach to my fellow Jews and goys alike! Saturday Night Live celebrated the annual Feast of the Unleavened Bread in style, with a star-studded gathering at the home of Vice President Kamala Harris (Maya Rudolph) and her Jewish husband, Doug Emhoff (Martin Short). The "unity Seder" sees Harris reaching across the aisle to invite some of the... uh... luminaries? in the Republican party for di
Serbia Welcomes Vaccine Tourism With Free Shots
21View from the Wing / 2h
Serbia is giving vaccines away free to visiting foreigners this weekend. Thousands of people have “flooded” Belgrade. So visit Serbia for the shot, stay and visit Belgrade Fortress and Saint Petka's Chapel. Grab a Rajika (fruit brandy) and then stroll Knez Mihailova. Return home protected from severe disease. Continue reading ...
How Netflix’s The Irregulars reinvents Sherlock Holmes through a horror lens
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
The show’s cast discuss how the spin-off show puts a new twist on the iconic British detective’s legend.
The 4 Best Desk Lamps with Wireless Chargers Built In
25How-To Geek / 2h
Why let your desk lamp get away with only being a light? Wireless chargers are incredibly convenient and useful, so pairing one with a desk lamp just makes good sense. So let’s look at some great desk lamps that have wireless charging built-in, so you can light up your world and keep your phone charged at the same time. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
What Does “Disk Not Ejected Properly” Mean on a Mac?
30How-To Geek / 2h
If you suddenly unplug a removable drive from your Mac, you’ll see this message in the upper-right corner of your screen: “Disk Not Ejected Properly.” But what does it mean, and why do you need to eject before unplugging a drive? Let’s explain. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Bus drivers bring adaptation of Alien to London’s West End in Alien on Stage
100+Ars Technica / 2h
Danielle Kummer and Lucy Harvey produced and directed the charming documentary Alien on Stage . Imagine if your amateur high school theatrical production was suddenly asked to perform on Broadway, with just a few weeks to prepare. That's the kind of thing that typically provides fodder for anxiety dreams. But in Alien on Stage , a group of British bus drivers overcomes the odds to bring their ama
Get Moving With Our Favorite Fitness Apps and Services
100+Wired / 2h
Whether you're looking for live classes, guided walks, or want to run through a field of screaming zombies, we have workout inspiration for you.
Why all-inclusive resorts are more attractive than ever following the pandemic
65The Points Guy / 2h
All-inclusive resorts are a traveler’s version of pressing the easy button. As the name implies, everything is (usually) included in the resort rate — from your room to your meals and your experiences, which typically involve lounging by a pool or sunning on a beach. Much like cruises, all-inclusive resorts are a way to neatly package up your vacation from start to finish with few surprise charge
This 100% American Business Makes Safe N95 Masks
Futurism / 3h
Like it or not, face masks are here to stay for at least the foreseeable future. Companies are making face masks more stylish , but it’s not so much about style as it is about safety. With the vaccine rollout slowly making the world a bit safer and more open for entertaining and travel, it’s important that you don’t let your guard down. Whether you’re feeling more comfortable about going out to e
What If Clippy Was Your Life Coach?
100+Wired / 3h
Immersive theater group Future Proof's new dating sim PSweet is set inside a Microsoft Office-esque world, and it's every bit as odd and amazing as you'd imagine.
12 of the Greatest Mini-Games We’ve Ever Played
76Wired / 3h
In these games-within-a-game, you can take a break to go fishing, play a few hands of combat dice, or administer a Voight-Kampff test.
How to Keep Nearby Strangers from Sending You Files
100+Wired / 3h
Sharing is caring—except when it's an unwelcome photo from a rando on the subway. Here's how to lock down your phone and computer.
Ford Mustang Mach-E: ignore the name and fake engine noise, this is a solid electric car
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
This is a Mustang by name, not by nature - but that's okay because the Mach-E has plenty to offer.
How to make your electric bike last (much, much) longer
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
An electric bike is a big investment, so we asked the experts at Shimano for their top advice for years of happy riding.
The ionizer in your kid’s school may not do much to fight COVID
200+Ars Technica / 3h
Enlarge (credit: Robin Eckenroth | Getty Images) Last fall, Jeff Kreiter, director of operational services for the school district in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, found himself flooded with proposals to clean the air inside classrooms. The ideas varied—UV lights, air exchangers, a wide array of filters—but one looked especially promising: a bipolar ionizer. The system involved a set of electrified
Everything you need to know about Oceania Cruises’ Oceania Club loyalty program
The Points Guy / 4h
Staying loyal to Oceania Cruises can really pay off — and relatively quickly. Upon reaching just the second tier of the Oceania Club — the line’s seven-tier frequent cruiser program — you’ll start getting cash back in the form of a $100 onboard spending credit every time you cruise. Then as you rise through the tiers, the dollar amount that you’ll get in a spending credit will rise, too — to fabu
What Does “JSYK” Mean, and How Do You Use It?
52How-To Geek / 4h
If someone has ever told you something you didn’t really ask to know, they probably also told you “JSYK.” Here’s what that internet initialism means and when to use it. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Best 4K Ultra Short Throw projectors for theater-like experience at home
SlashGear / 4h
If you thought you need a large screen 4K TV to get that theater-like experience at home, think again? The exciting new form of big TV, the Ultra Short Throw (UST) projectors are making a parallel intrusion into home entertainment with their easy setup approach and big screen delivery without tangling wires and impeding shadows. These projectors feature a very … Continue reading
Could an Apple smart display ever sound as good as the HomePod?
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Smart displays don’t have a great reputation for audio – so how could Apple make its first display sound as good as the HomePod?
Could Snowpiercer's Mr Wilford have intentionally caused The Freeze?
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Picking apart a fan theory from Snowpiercer season 2.
TCL could combine foldable and rollable tech in the same phone
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Leaked sketches suggest that the manufacturer is plotting a device that can expand in two different ways.
Curious How Big Fictional Planets Are? This Cosmic Video Compares Them All
34How-To Geek / 5h
Ever wondered how fictional planets like Hoth, Romulus, and Arakis stack up size-wise in comparison to each other, or to Earth? You’re in luck. YouTuber MetaBallStudios (real name Alvaro Gracia Montoya) did the math and their awesome video shows all kinds of sci-fi planets, small to large. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
15 IT, cybersecurity, and engineering course bundles on sale this weekend
56Mashable / 6h
If you've been looking for a sign to get started learning the basics of IT, cybersecurity, or engineering, here it is. These 15 online learning bundles are all on sale for a limited time as of March 28. When you enter the code LEARNIT at checkout, you can score an extra 50% off each one. The Advanced Cyber Security Career Advancement Bundle Get lifetime access to over 56 hours of content on CISA
Learn C-family programming languages with this training
84Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Get ahead of the coding game with Complete C Suite Programming Bundle , on sale for $49.99 as of March 28. There’s a time and place for every coding language. Still, when you’re first starting, it’s best to go with something that’s not only beneficial for your career path, but also makes it easier for you to learn other programming languages afterward. That brings us to C, C++, and C#. And
Want to learn a new language? Get started with an app on sale.
20Mashable / 6h
Language learning skyrocketed during the pandemic. The folks who stuck with it are potentially coming out of lockdown bilingual. Jealous? It's never too late to learn a new language — and it's never been easier, thanks to the abundance of language-learning apps on the market. As of March 28, you can snag a subscription to one of the below apps on sale and get started learning your second (or thir
16 health, fitness, and wellness apps on sale this weekend
24Mashable / 6h
Want to kick your wellness routine into high gear? These fitness, health, and sleep tracking apps are all on sale for a limited time. All you have to do is enter the code DOWNLOADIT at checkout and you can slash the already-on-sale prices by an extra 30%. Onyx Home Workout App: Lifetime Subscription Using just the camera on your phone, the 3D capture system on the Onyx app counts your reps, helps
Overhaul your nutrition and exercise with the help of these classes
28Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Learn how to take your health and wellness up a notch with the Complete Healthy Living and Cooking Bundle , on sale for $29.99 as of March 28. Instead of succumbing to social media diet trends like tummy tea , get serious about your health and nutrition by signing up for seven courses on aligning your nutrition, exercise, mindset , and lifestyle. With this Healthy Living and Cooking Bundle
OnePlus 9 photo showcase: how far OnePlus phone cameras have come in a year
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
How do the new OnePlus 9's Hasselblad-tuned cameras stack up against its predecessors, the OnePlus 8T and OnePlus 8? We find out in a side-by-side comparison.
Colorful's latest mATX motherboard is great for compact gaming PC builds
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
The Z590M supports the latest 11th gen Intel processors and provides strong overclocking options.
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Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra release date, price, specs, news and leaks
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The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra could be here very soon, and we've rounded up what we know about it.
Exclusive: The most popular VPN services on Android might just surprise you
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New data on Android VPN downloads reveals a worrying trend that could threaten user privacy.
Save 85% on CyberGhost VPN's most advanced cybersecurity package
40Mashable / 10h
SAVE 85%: A one-year subscription to CyberGhost VPN Extra is on sale for £42 per year, saving you 85% on list price. Investing in a VPN is an effective way of boosting your cybersecurity, but nowadays some users require a more complete protective package. CyberGhost VPN has responded to this need by launching CyberGhost VPN Extra . This is CyberGhost VPN's most advanced cybersecurity package, wit
This fun online piano course is on sale for 96% off
20Mashable / 10h
TL;DR: The Ultimate Piano Bundle is on sale for £51.05 as of March 28, saving you 96% on list price. William Shakespeare allegedly churned out King Lear , Macbeth , and Antony and Cleopatra while isolated during a plague outbreak. While we don't expect you to be Shakespeare, being at home doesn't have to be a miserable experience. It has the potential to be one of the most creative periods of you
Learn how to analyse and visualise data with this Python training course
32Mashable / 10h
TL;DR: The Complete Python eBook and Video Course Bundle is on sale for £21.87 as of March 28, saving you 96% on list price. As 2020 has clearly shown us, nobody can actually predict the future. But there are some people who come pretty close, and their
