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Bernard Hill, Lord of the Rings' Théoden King, Has Died
500+Gizmodo / 14h
Bernard Hill, the actor that brought Lord of the Rings ’ Théoden to life memorably in Peter Jackson’s movie adaptation trilogy, has died at the age of 79. Read more...


How to Upgrade Your PC to Windows 11
100+How-To Geek / 12h
If you've decided you want to upgrade from Windows 10 , here's how you can get the free upgradeeven if Windows Update doesn't offer it. This works if Windows 11 doesn't officially support your PC, too.


More details of the AI upgrades heading to iOS 18 have leaked
54TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 20h
Artificial intelligence is clearly going to feature heavily in iOS 18 and all the other software updates Apple is due to tell us about on June 10 , and new leaks reveal more about what's coming in terms of AI later in the year. These leaks come courtesy of "people familiar with the software" speaking to AppleInsider , and focus on the generative AI capabilities of the Ajax Large Language Model (L



Microsoft and Google vie for top spot in productivity and business app leadership in latest report — Google has a upper hand due to its platform dominance but Microsoft's LinkedIn emerges as the ultimate Pro social network
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
A new study analyzing Google Play downloads of productivity tools has shown an overwhelming majority of mobile users turning to their smartphones to navigate their professional lives and schedule day-to-day tasks. The report by SplitMetrics found the top apps in the business and productivity categories have amassed a staggering 4.7 billion and 55 billion downloads respectively. Microsoft’s Linked


This CompTIA IT fundamentals course bundle is on sale for under £50


Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Get the Complete 2024 CompTIA Certification Training Super Bundle for just £48.02 — usually £468. There are so many resources online to train yourself in incredible skills, but some fields are constantly changing. For fast-growing industries like IT and cybersecurity, it may be worth it to go straight to a credible source that has some of the most recent information to teach you. That's wh


How to watch Mumbai Indians vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad online for free
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Watch Mumbai Indians vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL for free on JioCinema . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . We're more than halfway through the IPL season and excitement levels are building. The latest fixture sees the Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad take to the pitch as some of the best cricket players go head to head. Want to tu


Starliner: Nasa to fly new craft to space station
36BBC News / 1h
Two Nasa astronauts are due to set off to the International Space Station in a new spacecraft in the early hours of Tuesday morning UK time.


'Wordle' today: Here's the answer hints for May 6
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 May 6'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 come


NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for May 6
Mashable / 3h
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


Acclaimed photographer cracks Instagram in his 80s
BBC News / 4h
Over a seven-decade career David Hurn has photographed everyone from the Beatles to Audrey Hepburn.


Chase Sapphire Bonanza: Unlock Increased Bonus Offers For Chase Sapphire Preferred And Reserve
View from the Wing / 6h
I've been a satisfied Chase Ultimate Rewards customer for 13 years and have a seven figure points balance in the program. If you're not already earning here it seems to make sense to do so while there are elevated offers for these cards. Continue reading ...


Quordle today – hints and answers for Monday, May 6 (game #833)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
It's the start of a new week, but it's the same old Quordle that's now been going for 833 games. It's the best and longest-running of the many Wordle clones, and I still play it every day. If you do too, you may not need my hints below; scroll to my commentary if so. But if you're new to the game, or just find today's Quordle to be particularly tough, read on for some help. SPOILER WARNING: Infor


NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Monday, May 6 (game #64)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Another week, another Strands puzzle to try to solve. Today's is of average difficulty… but the average here is hard compared to most word games, so you might want some help. I can provide that, in the form of some hints below, plus the answers and my commentary on today's Strands. SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answer


Recreate Hotel Luxury At Home With These Secret Online Stores
View from the Wing / 8h
Luxury hotel amenities can elevate personal spaces and connect you with a property and your trip memories long after you've returned home. Hotels are making it harder than ever to take them with you. But you can buy many of these items online, and you'll be surprised how inexpensive they are. Continue reading ...


Airline Investor Accused Of Shell Game, Ponzi Scheme
25One Mile at a Time / 9h
Nearly a year ago I wrote about 777 Partners, a Miami-based investment firm that has some suspicious investments in two airlines. Specifically, the company owns Australia’s Bonza Airlines and Canada’s Flair Airlines. Bonza Airlines ceased operations days ago, after its planes were repossessed. With a lawsuit that has just been filed, one can’t help but wonder if Flair Airlines may soon face a sim


fleurdulys:By the Lamp - Giorgio Kienerk
Music, Arts & Literature / 9h
fleurdulys : By the Lamp - Giorgio Kienerk


Fall Guy and Phantom Menace's Muted Opens Kick Off the Summer Season
Gizmodo / 9h
Last summer was pretty packed with big movies, from the likes of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 to Across the Spider-Verse and Barbie . 2024's summer movie season began this weekend with The Fall Guy and a re-release of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace . With two throwback movies coming out in the same weekend—one based on… Read more...


How I Learned to Love Newsletters
How-To Geek / 9h
In the past, getting an email was akin to pulling out the spam in your mailbox. In recent years, however, it's easier than ever to get rid of spammy messages, and it's one of the best ways to follow your favorite news sources and keep up to date.


Salterra Turks & Caicos, New Marriott Luxury Collection Resort
65One Mile at a Time / 10h
Earlier this year, we learned how a new luxury Marriott property is expected to open in Turks & Caicos in 2025, and it has the potential to make for a great getaway. I wanted to provide an update, as this hotel is now bookable, so it’s a new opportunity to redeem Bonvoy points. Marriott Luxury Collection coming to Turks & Caicos Salterra, a Marriott Luxury Collection property , is now accepting r


Is a Disney cruise for adults? Here are 5 reasons why I say yes
The Points Guy / 10h
Gourmet French dinners, $5,000 cocktail experiences , serene infinity pools and penthouse suites that cost thousands of dollars a night might not be the first thing you think of when someone mentions a Disney cruise. But you’ll find it all on Disney ships. I sailed with the line for the first time more than a decade ago, and I didn’t want to take the assignment. I’m a child-free adult, I’m not a


historicalbookimages:🌻 Ehon Kōrin Kyōto: Kikuya Kihē,[1818?]
Music, Arts & Literature / 10h
historicalbookimages : 🌻 Ehon Kōrin Kyōto: Kikuya Kihē,[1818?]


Heres Why I Have More Than One Power Bank (And You Should Too)
How-To Geek / 10h
Power banks are a nifty accessory for your phone, but these little portable chargers have more to offer than extending your social media sessions. Everything runs on batteries these days, which is why I have more than one power bank. Here's why you should, too.


Hyundai antes up $1B for AV startup Motional and Elon unplugs the Tesla Supercharger team
28TechCrunch / 10h
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation. Before I jump into the all the news — and boy there was a lot! — I have an important update for all of you lovely readers. TechCrunch Mobility is moving to Thursdays! It will be the same […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.


X-Men '97 May Set Up a War With the Avengers
Gizmodo / 10h
Like the original series, X-Men ‘97 has been adapting a variety of comic book storylines from the 90s. Thus far, the likes of Inferno , The Trial of Magneto, and Grant Morrison and Frank Quietly’s New X-Men run have been brought to life, with varying levels of time and success. The show has a lot of stories it can… Read more...


Jack Dorsey says (on X) that he’s not on the Bluesky board anymore
41Engadget / 11h
Jack Dorsey has apparently exited the Bluesky board. As spotted by TechCrunch , the former Twitter CEO who was previously Bluesky’s highest-profile proponent shared the life update this weekend on X, where he’s been posting a lot lately. In response to a user who asked “are you still on the bsky board,” Dorsey said only, “no.” That’s it, nothing more. Engadget has reached out to the company for c


Flight Attendant Call Button: When Should You Use It?
300+One Mile at a Time / 11h
To push the flight attendant call button, or not to push the flight attendant call button, that is the question. I’ll share my take, and then I’m curious to hear how OMAAT readers feel. What is a flight attendant call button? Every airplane seat has a flight attendant call button, typically in the overhead console, right by the reading light and individual air nozzle ( if the plane has those ). T


Airbnb Plans Loyalty Program: CEO Thinks Points Are Dumb, Wants To Charge Best Customers More
View from the Wing / 11h
Airbnb is contemplating a loyalty program - rejecting points in favor of a subscription model akin to Amazon Prime, reflecting CEO Brian Chesky's belief that a paid membership could better monetize the platform's top customers without the downsides he associates with conventional loyalty schemes. Continue reading ...


20 new Hyatt hotels where you can get 500 extra points per night
500+The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. I stayed at the Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton in South Africa shortly after it opened. When I checked my account activity after my stay, I noticed an “opening bonus” of 2,000 points. Then, I remembered that Hyatt offers 500 bonus points per night on qualifying stays at new hotels. I unknowingly received


Getting Approved For Chase 100,000 Point Offer Despite Being Over “5/24”
42View from the Wing / 11h
Traditionally, Chase hasn't been willing to approve customers for new cards who have opened 5 or more new card accounts in the past 24 months. This is referred to as "5/24." However recently there are reports of new card offers from Chase where people do get approved despite being over this limit. Continue reading ...


4 movies new to Hulu with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
As ever, a new month means a new range of movies and shows on Hulu . Out of everything that's coming in May 2024, we've picked out four movies that cover a range of genres, all with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes. In addition to two Wes Anderson classics perfect for relaxed viewing, we've selected a family favorite from the '80s, and a historical drama from last year. This is just a taste among the


heaveninawildflower : Tulips taken from ‘Recueil de fleurs peintes’ (17th centu...
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
heaveninawildflower : Tulips taken from ‘Recueil de fleurs peintes’ (17th century). Bibliothèque nationale de France, département Estampes et photographie.


Netflix Was Better With a Shuffle ButtonHere's How to Recreate It
How-To Geek / 11h
Have you ever been in the mood to watch a TV show or movie but can't decide on a title? It's a common predicament in our world of streaming services. Netflix used to have a "Play Something" shuffle button to help with the overabundance of choices. The feature is gone, but we can recreate it.


A US supercomputer with 8,000 Intel Xeon CPUs and 300TB of RAM is being auctioned — 160th most powerful computer in the world has some maintenance issues though and will cost thousands per day to run
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
The Cheyenne supercomputer, based at the NCAR-Wyoming Supercomputing Center (NWSC) in Cheyenne, Wyoming, was ranked as the 20th most powerful computer in the world in 2016 - but now it’s up for sale through the US General Services Administration (GSA). By November 2023, the 5.34-petaflops system’s ranking had slipped to 160th in the world, but it’s still a monster, able to carry out 5.34 quadrill


Jack Dorsey departs Bluesky board
53TechCrunch / 12h
Bluesky’s most prominent backer has left its board. On Saturday, Jack Dorsey posted on X about grants for open protocols from his philanthropic Start Small initiative. This prompted someone to ask Dorsey if he was still on the Bluesky