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X could lose a boatload of ad revenue by the end of the year
400+Mashable / 12h
It's no secret that ad partners are wary about spending their money on X, formerly Twitter — especially now . And we now have an idea of just how much the company stands to lose. The New York Times reported, based on internal sales documents the paper got its hands on, that X could lose as much as $75 million in ad money by the end of 2023. The materials the Times procured listed more than 200 co
How to Create a Shutdown Icon in Windows 10
300+How-To Geek / 15h
It's true that shutting down your Windows 10 PC the old-fashioned way only takes three clicks. But why spend the extra energy when you can do it in two? All you have to do is create a shutdown icon, and you'll save yourself some time.
Neuralink, Elon Musk’s brain implant startup, quietly raises an additional $43M
200+TechCrunch / 13h
Neuralink, the Elon Musk-founded company developing implantable chips that can read brain waves, has raised an additional $43 million in venture capital, according to a filing with the SEC. The filing published this week shows the company increased its previous tranche, led by Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund, from $280 million to $323 million in early […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For p
Learn something new every day with this heavily discounted app
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR : A lifetime subscription to Headway Premium is on sale for £40, saving you 83% on list price. You don’t have to wait for New Year’s Eve to set goals for self-improvement. How about committing to learn something new every day? Headway can help you reach that goal. It’s an app that breaks down nonfiction content into mini-reads or podcasts. And for Black Friday, a lifetime subscription is on
Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for November 26
Mashable / 3h
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle . As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for Nov. 26's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. Where did Wordle co
Today's NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Sunday, November 26, 2023
LifeHacker / 3h
Today’s board takes us from a LITTLE TOWN to a CAPITAL CITY—or at least that’s how it may appear at first. If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Sunday, November 26, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Along the way, I’ll explain the meanings of the trickier words and we’ll learn how everything fits together. Bewa
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for November 26
Mashable / 4h
Connections is the latest New York Times word game 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 and tips to get you over the hurdle. If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the e
Astrolab Moon Rover Has $160 Million in Contracts
Next Big Future / 4h
Astrolab’s Flexible Logistics and Exploration (FLEX) rover is shown in a rendering using its robotic arm to deploy a small plant pod on the lunar surface. The plant pod, designed by Interstellar Lab, is one of the payloads FLEX will carry to the Moon on Mission 1, which is expected to be completed as soon ... Read more
Astrolab Semiautonomous Lunar Rover Targets 2026 Ride on SpaceX Starship
Next Big Future / 4h
Astrolab wants to create a new era of lunar mobility with a semiautonomous lunar rover.
ChatGPTFails a Moral Choice Problem
Next Big Future / 4h
OpenAI ChatGPT was given a trolley moral choice problem where it could save a billion lives or kill no one but utter a racial slur. ChatGPT did not choose to save a billion lives. This is a major problem https://t.co/FRZnfV63y7 — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 25, 2023 Grok’s answer: pic.twitter.com/7BBws3IPev — greg (@greg16676935420) November 25, ... Read more
At last! An office chair deal that supports big and tall this Black Friday and Cyber Monday
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Blue Whale big and tall office chair: was $190 Now $150 at Amazon Save $40 A top Black Friday office chair deal if you need furniture that supports big and tall users. This chair has a thickened steel tray mechanism and strengthened metal star base. We would've liked padded armrests and increased lumbar support, but the design is otherwise great. The large seat is cushioned with fabric-covered th
We're getting good vibrations from this office chair deal under $100 for Black Friday and Cyber Monday
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Furmax gaming chair with massage lumbar support: was $110 Now $94 at Amazon Save $16 It may be a padded gaming chair, but trust us, choose the black colorway over the others. You’ll immediately see a tasteful, almost executive office chair design. The ergonomic backrest has a massaging lumbar support. The set-up features padded armrests, cushioned headrest, and pull-up footrest. On the downside,
Quordle today - hints and answers for Sunday, November 26 (game #671)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
It's time for your daily dose of Quordle hints, plus the answers for both the main game and the Daily Sequence spin off. Quordle is the only one of the many Wordle clones that I'm still playing now, around 18 months after the daily-word-game craze hit the internet, and with good reason: it's fun, but also difficult. What's more, its makers (now the online dictionary Merriam-Webster) are also keep
3 can’t-miss early Cyber Monday soundbar deals – all under $100
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
If you’re looking to buy a soundbar in the upcoming Cyber Monday deals , the good news is that sales on some of the best soundbars are already live, with discounts available on models ranging from the best Dolby Atmos soundbars to basic 2.0-channel offerings. Even with seasonal discounts, Dolby Atmos soundbars can be pricey, with the most basic and least expensive models such as the Bose Smart So
Unsealed complaint says Meta 'coveted' under-13s and deceives the public about age enforcement
Engadget / 7h
An unsealed complaint in a lawsuit filed against Meta by 33 states alleges the company is not only aware that children under the age of 13 use its platforms, but has also “coveted and pursued” this demographic for years on Instagram. The document, which was first spotted by The New York Times , claims that Meta has long been dishonest about how it handles underage users’ accounts when they’re dis
What's New on Prime Video and Freevee in December 2023
LifeHacker / 7h
December highlights on Prime Video include the second seasons of two original series and an original Christmas movie. First up is Candy Cane Lane (December 1), a comedy film starring Eddie Murphy and Tracee Ellis Ross as a couple seeking to win their neighborhood's holiday home decorating contest by making a deal with an evil elf. Next comes season two of sports docuseries Coach Prime , which fol
More drawers? Just more to love with this standing desk deal available across Black Friday and Cyber Monday
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Fezibo electric standing desk with double drawers: was $180 Now $136 at Amazon Save $44 This would be my top choice if I were in the market for a standing desk. It is beautifully designed and available at an excellent price point, making it a great value for anyone looking to invest in a quality piece of furniture. The desk’s sleek and modern design would seamlessly fit into any office or home se
It's Time to Take Your Winter Allergies More Seriously
LifeHacker / 8h
Those of us with allergies have already endured a particularly brutal spring , followed by a few months of relentless hay fever symptoms. But now that the temperatures are finally dropping, we’ll be in the clear for the rest of the year, right? Well, not exactly. Outdoor seasonal allergies may be over for people living in most parts of the country, but winter is typically the worst time of the ye
Weekly Review: November 25, 2023
One Mile at a Time / 8h
I hope everyone is having a great weekend, and happy Thanksgiving to those who are celebrating! I’m grateful to be spending time with family this holiday, and am excited to go on an adventure this coming week… stay tuned. On the points & travel front, this week we learned that oneworld will open its own lounge at Seoul Incheon, Turkish Airlines announced it would rebrand its low cost carrier, Aer
American Express Gold Card review: Best for foodies
The Points Guy / 8h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. American Express® Gold Card overview The American Express® Gold Card wants a seat at your table, whether you’re dining out at restaurants or buying groceries at U.S. supermarkets to cook at home. You might also benefit from its various statement credits to save money throughout the year. If you’re a food l
Hypnotize Your Cat (1978)
Music, Arts & Literature / 9h
lucidpast : “Cat hypnosis? Some call it meow-merizing your cat, but in truth, a purr, a few stretches and then levels of relaxation your cat didn’t think possible. Will you be able to get your cat to act like a chicken? Not likely, but you will develop a deeper connection than you ever thought possible.”
Amazon Black Friday 2023 is still going: The Elgato Stream Deck MK.2 is 20 percent off right now
Engadget / 9h
Elgato’s Stream Deck MK.2 is 20 percent off as part of a Black Friday Corsair gaming sale at Amazon. The accessory is currently available for $120 , which is $30 off the usual price of $150. The Stream Deck is one of our recommended accessories for streamers . It's also useful for other creators like podcasters, as well as anyone who carries out the same tasks over and over on their desktop syste
Sam Altman returns to OpenAI, Apple adopts RCS, and Binance’s CEO pleads guilty to charges
TechCrunch / 9h
Hey, folks, welcome to Week in Review (WiR), TechCrunch’s regular recap of the past few days in tech. The headlines have been dominated — nay, overwhelmed — by the drama unfolding at AI startup OpenAI, but plenty else happened in the half-week leading up to Thanksgiving. So much for a sleepy pre-holiday! In this edition […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Flight Attendant Dishes On Self-Upgrading: Why That Empty First-Class Seat Isn’t Yours
View from the Wing / 9h
In the end dressing nicely and whispering revenue management won't get you first class, and neither will pretending to be a cocktail even though cocktails are free in first class. Continue reading ...
Venom 3 Slithers Back Into Production
49Gizmodo / 9h
With Thanksgiving and strikes now in the rearview, the cast and crew for Venom 3 are now back at work. Read more...
Jean Bernard, “Sitting Cat”, 1815
Music, Arts & Literature / 10h
icecreamwithjackdaniels : Jean Bernard, “Sitting Cat” , 1815
This Black Friday gaming monitor deal takes $120 off one of our favorite LG OLED displays
Engadget / 10h
The biggest shopping event of the year is a great opportunity to beef up your gaming setup. As part of a Black Friday LG sale at Amazon , our pick for the very best gaming monitor has dropped to an all-time-low price. If money’s not too much of an obstacle, it’s worth taking a look at the LG 27GR95QE-B. It has dropped by $120 to $780 . This is a 27-inch OLED QHD display with a resolution of 1440p
At Meta, Millions of Underage Users Were an ‘Open Secret,’ States Say
200+NYT > Technology / 10h
Meta “routinely documented” children under 13 on Instagram and collected their data, according to a newly unsealed complaint.
YouTuber 'JerryRigEverything' says Casetify plagiarized his designs
Mashable / 10h
If you wanted some juicy phone case drama to occupy your attention post-Thanksgiving, we've got great news. As spotted by Kotaku , Hong Kong-based phone case company Casetify is in legal hot water courtesy of tech teardown YouTuber JerryRigEverything . To be more specific, Casetify released some phone cases that attempt to mimic the internal tech inside the phone, something JerryRigEverything pre
Doctor Who: The Star Beast reminds us that money isn’t everything
Engadget / 10h
The following discusses spoilers for “The Star Beast” and references transphobia. If there’s one thing the rebooted Doctor Who always tried to do, it was avoid cliches about its predecessor’s small budget. The 1963 - 1989 run was made on a shoestring, leading to lazy gags about wobbly sets and bad visual effects. The 2005 revival was well-budgeted compared to its British TV peers, but still had t
8 early Cyber Monday OLED 4K TV deals with record-low prices, for all budgets
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
We're now in the period where Black Friday is over, and we're preparing for Cyber Monday deals – but there's no lull between these two big sales days. Not only are there tons of offers on right now, but they include some of the lowest prices we've seen on some of the best OLED TVs . In the US, the prices of the Samsung S90C are some of the best value you can get in any TV, in terms of quality for
Black Friday TV deals: The Samsung Frame TV is still on sale for up to $1,000 off
Engadget / 10h
Samsung’s Frame TV has hit record low prices thanks to Black Friday deals at Amazon and Samsung , with discounts on every size available. The 55-inch Frame TV is $520 off — a 35 percent discount — bringing it down to just $978. If you want to go big, the 85-inch Frame is a full $1,000 off, for a sale price of $3,298. With seven different size options starting at 32 inches, there’s something for e
Do the Black Friday e-bike deals change the price/performance equation?
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Enlarge (credit: Velotric) Over the last couple of years, some of your intrepid Ars staff have been trying out a very broad range of e-bikes. Some of these we've quite liked, a few we weren't so sure about, and we suspected at least one of trying to kill us. In nearly every case, we've gotten a sense of what the company's offerings were about—what they are trying to do, and how that's reflected i
Dmitry Tsaplin (1890-1967)
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
pwlanier : TIGER’S HEAD 1933 Material - stone Tretyakov Gallery
Why You Should Consider an Upflush Toilet
LifeHacker / 11h
Finishing a basement is one of the most popular home renovation projects for some very good reasons. First and foremost, it’s one of the best ways to spend your money, with a return on investment (ROI) over 85% . Second, it’s one of the most effective ways to add living space —and thus equity—to your home. When planning to finish a basement, a lot of folks decide to put a bathroom down there, and
Guide To American Airlines Inflight Wi-Fi
One Mile at a Time / 11h
As someone who flies American Airlines more than any other airline, I figured it would be useful to write a guide about the carrier’s inflight Wi-Fi offering. Inflight connectivity has come a long way over the years, allowing travelers to stay connected above the clouds. The bad news is that unlike Delta Air Lines , American doesn’t offer free Wi-Fi to passengers. The good news is that Wi-Fi spee
Squid Game Contestants Considering Lawsuit Over Reality Show Injuries
Gizmodo / 11h
Even before it hit Netflix earlier this week, Squid Game: The Challenge had controversy (and a weird defense ) attached to it. Earlier this year, it was alleged that contestants were participating in sub-zero temperatures and that some had injured themselves during the shooting process in the UK. Add onto that that… Read more...
Doha’s Diplomatic Dance: Qatar Jet Stops In Cyprus To Avoid Flying Non-Stop To Israel
View from the Wing / 11h
Pollster Frank Luntz took to social media on Friday to decry a Qatar Airways for not recognizing Israel. For someone so politically savvy, that struck me as naive. The obvious answer here was that Qatar doesn't recognize Israel. It would be more of a scandal for Israel to appear on the moving map of its state-sponsored airline than for it not to. Yet this morning a Qatar jet flew from Doha to Isr
The NCL Vibe Beach Club: All you need to know about this exclusive cruise ship space
24The Points Guy / 11h
If you’ve ever wanted your own serene place in the sun on a Norwegian Cruise Line sailing, you’re in luck. Vibe Beach Club, NCL’s exclusive sun deck, offers a peaceful oasis amid the daily hustle and bustle of ship life. You’ll pay for the privilege of lounging here, but your entry fee comes with a few decent perks, which I’ll outline here. Find out all you need to know about this kids-free area,
The best Lego Black Friday deals on Amazon are still live: Here are our favorite deals on Marvel, Star Wars and Mario sets
Engadget / 11h
For those looking to finish a bit of holiday shopping ahead of time, some of the best Lego sets remain on sale ahead of Cyber Monday. There are a few to choose from, starting with the Iron Man Armory . This 496-piece kit is suitable for children seven years and older. Normally, it costs $90, but right now it’s more than half off at $41. The set comes with five minifigures — including an appropria
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Music, Arts & Literature / 12h
Treat your locks to this special edition Dyson Airwrap, on sale for $120 off
Mashable / 12h
Save $120: As of November 25, the Dyson Airwrap multi-styler Complete Long is on sale for $479.99 at Dyson. That's 20% off its regular price of $599.99 and this particular Airwrap's lowest price yet. Opens in a new window Credit: Dyson Dyson Airwrap multi-styler Complete Long $479.99 at Dyson (save $120) Dyson deals — from air purifiers to vacs — are poppin' off right now in honor of early Cyber
How to Get a Sale Price on an Item You've Already Bought
LifeHacker / 12h
So, you bought an item on your wishlist. Maybe you even got it on sale. But shortly thereafter, the exact same product at the exact same retailer is cheaper than when you bought it. If only you had known. Luckily, that pain you feel in your wallet doesn't have to be the end of the road. With a little research (and some cleverness, when necessary) you can probably get that money back. Check the st
The Google Nest Wi-Fi Pro is still on sale for Black Friday, with discounts up to $120 off
Engadget / 12h
If you’re fed up with spotty Wi-Fi connection in some parts of your home, now’s a great time to pick up a pack of Google Nest Wi-Fi Pro 6E mesh routers while they’re steeply discounted on Amazon for Black Friday. You can get a three-pack for just $280 — a record low, shaving $120 off the usual price of $400 for the bundle. Amazon is also running a deal on two-packs of the Nest Wi-Fi Pro , bringin
Can you use a World of Hyatt club lounge access award for someone else?
The Points Guy / 12h
The World of Hyatt loyalty program offers its members Milestone Rewards starting at 20 nights or 35,000 base points in a calendar year. One of the perks you can earn through the World of Hyatt Milestone Rewards program is club lounge access awards. Here’s what you need to know about these awards, including whether you can use club lounge access awards for someone else. Related: The 23 best Hyatt
With Voting Underway, SAG-AFTRA Releases Its Full Draft Contract
Gizmodo / 12h
At the start of November, SAG-AFTRA managed to secure a tentative deal with studios to bring the actors strike to an end. As the union’s members are voting on the contract, SAG-AFTRA has released its draft for the general public to go through in its full, 128-page glory. Read more...
