Book flights to Europe starting at 15K miles: Check out Flying Blue’s November Promo Rewards
4KThe Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. When booking discounted travel, there are numerous opportunities available — ranging from paid ticket sales to redemption promotions . One of the most reliable deals is the monthly Promo Rewards offered by Air France-KLM Flying Blue . These monthly exclusive discounts are on the Flying Blue website . They
Legendary Star Wars Artist Greg Hildebrandt Has Passed Away
1KGizmodo / 15h
Alongside his late brother Tim, Greg Hildebrandt was responsible for some of the most iconic images in fantasy illustration.
I tried ChatGPT Search and now I might never Google again
100+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 17h
21 years ago I wrote, " I Search Therefore I Google ". It's something I could arguably still write today, along with the billions of others who start their day with a query dropped into the Google homepage or, more likely, their address bar where Google is casually seated. All that could change, though, and now, after using ChatGPT search , I wonder if a half decade from now, I'll write "I search
The Samsung Galaxy Ring is brilliant, but it misses the mark in three key areas
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 26min
I am more excited about the Samsung Galaxy Ring than any other recent new product from a big tech company. Surpassing my interest in the Apple Vision Pro as a product that people will actually find a purpose for, the Galaxy Ring has found a place in my daily routine for one very simple reason: I don’t like wearing a watch all the time. Samsung is onto something here with a device that fits into i
Canon Promo Codes: Up to $5,000 Off | November 2024
Wired / 1h
Get up to $5,000 off refurbished cameras and tech + free shipping in November 2024. Browse the latest Canon promo codes and deals from WIRED.
MrBeast: Law firm finds grooming claims against co-host baseless
32BBC News / 1h
The YouTuber hired the firm to look into claims that a co-host had sent inappropriate messages to a minor.
No, Vote Spikes on Election Night Do Not Indicate Voter Fraud
NYT > Technology / 5h
The false claim, which has circulated in recent elections, is based on a misunderstanding of how votes are collected and reported.
As North Korean troops march toward Ukraine, does a Russian quid pro quo reach space?
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Earlier this week, North Korea apparently completed a successful test of its most powerful intercontinental ballistic missile, lofting it nearly 4,800 miles into space before the projectile fell back to Earth. This solid-fueled, multi-stage missile, named the Hwasong-19, is a new tool in North Korea's increasingly sophisticated arsenal of weapons. It has enough range—perhaps as much as 9,320 mile
Thousands of hacked TP-Link routers used in years-long account takeover attacks
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26Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Hackers working on behalf of the Chinese government are using a botnet of thousands of routers, cameras, and other Internet-connected devices to perform highly evasive password spray attacks against users of Microsoft’s Azure cloud service, the company warned Thursday. The malicious network, made up almost entirely of TP-Link routers, was first documented in October 2023 by a researcher who named
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Saturday, November 2 (game #510)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need clues. What should you do once you've finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I've also got daily Wordle hints and answers , Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too.
Quordle today – hints and answers for Saturday, November 2 (game #1013)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now more than 1,000 games later. It offers a genuine challenge, though, so read on if you need some Quordle hints today – or scroll down further for the answers. Enjoy playing word games? You can also check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles. S
NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Saturday, November 2 (game #244)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it's great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints. Want more word-based fun? Then check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games. SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read
Nvidia Will Replace Intel in the Dow Jones Stock Index
27NYT > Technology / 7h
The change, starting next Friday, lifts a dominant player in artificial intelligence over its chip-making rival, which has struggled to keep up.
8 Sci-Fi, Fantasy, and Horror Books to Read Ahead of Their Adaptations
49Gizmodo / 8h
As sure as the sun will rise, there will always be new Stephen King projects in the pipeline.
Meta AI researchers give robots a sense of touch and we're getting all the creepy feels
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
AI has given robots the ability to ‘hear’ and ‘see’ the world to understand human orders and carry out tasks better, but Meta’s AI researchers are now testing ways to let robots mimic the sense of touch, too. The Fundamental AI Research (FAIR) division of Meta has just debuted a set of tools that could make robotic tools able to detect, decipher, and react to what they touch. That could make even
Microsoft and a16z set aside differences, join hands in plea against AI regulation
TechCrunch / 8h
Two of the biggest forces in two deeply intertwined tech ecosystems — large incumbents and startups — have taken a break from counting their money to jointly plead that the government cease and desist from even pondering regulations that might affect their financial interests, or as they like to call it, innovation. “Our two companies […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use o
Office Pro 2021: Here’s The Trick To Pay Three Times Less Through An Official Reseller
Gizmodo / 8h
Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher, Access, OneNote and Microsoft Teams (free version).
SpaceX wants to test refueling Starships in space early next year
48TechCrunch / 9h
SpaceX will attempt to transfer propellant from one orbiting Starship to another as early as next March, a technical milestone that will pave the way for an uncrewed landing demonstration of a Starship on the moon, a NASA official said this week. Much has been made of Starship’s potential to transform the commercial space industry, […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only
As hospitals struggle with IV fluid shortage, NC plant restarts production
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
The western North Carolina plant that makes 60 percent of the country's intravenous fluid supply has restarted its highest-producing manufacturing line after being ravaged by flooding brought by Hurricane Helene last month. While it's an encouraging sign of recovery as hospitals nationwide struggle with shortages of fluids, supply is still likely to remain tight for the coming weeks. IV fluid mak
Starlink enters National Radio Quiet Zone—but reportedly cut off access for some
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Starlink's home Internet service has come to the National Radio Quiet Zone after a multi-year engineering project that had the goal of minimizing interference with radio telescopes. Starlink operator SpaceX began "a one-year assessment period to offer residential satellite Internet service to 99.5% of residents within the NRQZ starting October 25," the National Radio Astronomy Observatory and Gre
Sam Altman Says AGI Is "Achievable With Current Hardware"
43Futurism / 9h
OpenAI has made realizing artificial general intelligence, the point at which the capabilities of an AI surpass those of a human, its number one priority — yet plenty of questions remain. For one, the point at which AGI will become a reality remains a huge point of contention, with experts' predictions ranging from years to the larger part of a decade to the current trajectory of machine learning
Milla Jovovich Will Star in the Final George A. Romero Zombie Film, Twilight of the Dead
200+Gizmodo / 9h
The estate of the late horror icon has also recruited star Betty Gabriel and director Brad Anderson.
Elon Musk’s America PAC Hit With Class Action Lawsuit
100+Wired / 9h
Canvassers for California representative Michelle Steel are suing the congresswoman's campaign, America PAC, and others, alleging that they were promised hourly wages, then told pay would depend on how many doors they knocked.
The Guy Behind the Fake AI Halloween Parade Listing Says You’ve Got It All Wrong
54Wired / 9h
An SEO agency owner says he is “very depressed” after one of his AI-assisted Halloween parade listings misled revelers in Dublin, Ireland.
Amazon reportedly bumped back its AI-powered Alexa to next year
Engadget / 9h
If you’re wondering what happened to Amazon’s new and improved version of its Alexa voice assistant, you’re not alone. Bloomberg reports that the new Alexa is still stuck in its developmental phase and Amazon has cut off access to its beta phase including its new “Let’s Chat” phase. As a result, a planned late 2024 launch has been pushed back to next year. The problem seems to be with its large l
Perplexity launches an elections tracker
21TechCrunch / 9h
Perplexity, the AI-powered search engine, might hallucinate from time to time. But the company wants to show that it’s trustworthy enough to use for tracking election results. Today, Perplexity announced a dedicated hub for U.S. general election information. Populated by data from The Associated Press and Democracy Works, the company described it in a blog […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserv
23andMe May Be Sold, Here's How to Delete Your Data
How-To Geek / 9h
23andMe, the DNA genetic testing and ancestry company, is facing a financial crisis. Theres chatter about a potential sale, and CEO Anne Wojcicki seems undecided on the next move. What happens to your genetic information if the company gets sold?
Everyone Talks About This VPN Deal: NordVPN Is Now $2.99/mo But Not Forever
Gizmodo / 10h
November is off to a flying start at NordVPN. As Black Friday approaches, generous promotions are available on its 1- and 2-year VPN plans.
Godzilla Minus One‘s Takashi Yamazaki on the Enduring Legacy of the King of the Monsters
56Gizmodo / 10h
io9 spoke to the Oscar-winning director at New York Comic Con, ahead of his return to the world of Godzilla in a new movie.
Visualization Is My Secret to Running a Successful Marathon
LifeHacker / 10h
This is the second season of Training Diaries, a Lifehacker series about my journey to the 2024 Philadelphia Marathon. This series will cover all the ups, downs, and hill repeats leading up to race day on Sunday, Nov. 24. I’ll go over proper fueling, injuries and setbacks, treadmill tips, wardrobe malfunctions, long run logic, and just generally reflect on what it takes to cross a marathon finish
How to Stop Kids From Using Apple Intelligence to Do Their Homework
LifeHacker / 10h
Like every other major tech company right now, Apple has its own take on generating AI text. Called Writing Tools , It won't write your essays for you, but it can polish your writing, helping you proofread and rewrite text. Still, a rewrite is a rewrite, and Apple Intelligence does do full text replacement. What you wrote will be gone, replaced by something entirely new. That might be okay if you
Scientist Accidentally Discovers Ancient Mayan City While Browsing Web
22Futurism / 10h
Valeriana Uncovered While combing through detailed three-dimensional LiDAR maps of areas covered in dense vegetation, an archeologist uncovered a lost Mayan city called Valeriana in the jungles of southern Mexico. As detailed in a new study published in the journal Antiquity , a team of scientists led by Tulane University PhD student Luke Auld-Thomas, made the discovery after surveying an area ro
No Heat, No AC? Inside This California Hilton’s ‘One-Temperature’ Policy That Has Guests Struggling For Comfort
View from the Wing / 10h
One Hilton hotel in Southern California doesn't even give their guests access to heating and air conditioning on demand. Sometimes it's one, sometimes it's the other, and sometimes guests aren't allowed to use either one. Continue reading ...
Air France set to launch Orlando-to-Paris service in spring 2025
42The Points Guy / 10h
Next spring, Air France will return to Central Florida for the first time in more than a decade. This week, the carrier announced plans to launch nonstop service from its Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) home base to Orlando International Airport (MCO). It’ll link the home of Disneyland Paris with that of Walt Disney World . The service is set to begin May 21, 2025 — just days before Memoria
Disney forms dedicated AI and XR group to coordinate company-wide use and adoption
Engadget / 10h
Disney is adding another layer to its AI and extended reality strategies. As first reported by Reuters , the company recently formed a dedicated emerging technologies unit. Dubbed the Office of Technology Enablement, the group will coordinate the company’s exploration, adoption and use of artificial intelligence, AR and VR tech. It has tapped Jamie Voris , previously the CTO of its Studios Techno
Intel Might Give up on Dedicated Arc GPUs
How-To Geek / 10h
Intel has released one single generation of Arc GPUs, and we've been left wondering about what's next. Sadly, Intel might just give up on the idea.
Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for November 1 (#509)
How-To Geek / 10h
Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn'tConnections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.
Windows Hello Has a New Look on Windows 11
How-To Geek / 10h
Microsoft has released a new Windows 11 Insider Preview Build to the Beta Channel. This release brings a new Windows Hello UI on top of other improvements.
How to Use the INDIRECT Function in Excel
How-To Geek / 10h
You may be well-accustomed to using cell references in Excel, but did you know you could go one step further and create your own cell references? This is where the INDIRECT function comes in handy.
The Best New Movies and TV Streaming in November 2024, and Where to Watch Them
Gizmodo / 10h
The best horror, sci-fi, and genre titles coming to Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, Disney+, and beyond, including Fast and Furious , Child's Play , and Back to the Future .
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Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
danskjavlarna : Source details and larger version . There are several surprising items in my collection of vintage skiing imagery.
When to sell your company? Look for these signals
TechCrunch / 11h
Startups are 16-times more likely to get acquired than to IPO. Here's how to decide when o cash out. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Why This M2 MacBook Air Could Be the Last Laptop You’ll Ever Buy
LifeHacker / 11h
This week, Apple refreshed most of its Mac lineup with the M4 chip. The iMac now runs M4 ; the Mac mini now runs M4 or M4 Pro ; and the MacBook Pro runs the M4, M4 Pro, or M4 Max. One major Mac product that surprisingly didn't get an M4 refresh this time around, however, is the MacBook Air. Apple's entry-level MacBook still comes only in either M2 or M3 options, so if you want an M4 laptop, you h
Five Reasons to Ditch Your Bank and Join a Credit Union
LifeHacker / 11h
When you think about money—saving it, paying bills with it, earning interest on it—you probably think of a bank. Or possibly Scrooge McDuck swimming in a pool filled with gold coins —but probably a bank. The average person in this country has more than five bank accounts, after all , despite the fact that banks aren’t always the best or friendliest places to stash your cash. Banks are the default
MrBeast Accused of Massive Crypto Fraud
31Futurism / 11h
Analyze This In an incredibly detailed new investigation, a group of digital sleuths have accused YouTuber Jimmy "MrBeast" Donaldson of getting crypto-rich from numerous scams. "A team of researchers has since conducted a more detailed analysis, uncovering connections to over 50 cryptocurrency wallets linked to MrBeast," the analysts wrote on their website , Loock.io. "Their findings suggest a lo
Hilton will welcome new all-inclusive resorts in Mexico, Dominican Republic next year
The Points Guy / 11h
Hilton may not have as many all-inclusive resorts as its competitors, but the company has consistently been adding new properties to its portfolio for the last few years. Now, Hilton Honors’ 200 million-plus members have a new all-inclusive property to look forward to. As part of a partnership with Oasis Hotels & Resorts, The Sens Cancun resort will rebrand as The Sens Cancun Adults Only All-Incl
Beware pirates and booby traps in new Skeleton Crew trailer
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Jude Law stars as Force-user Jod Na Nawood in Star Wars: Skeleton Crew . It's no secret that the new spinoff series, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, was inspired by the 1985 film The Goonies . Executive Producer Kathleen Kennedy (who co-produced The Goonies ) has publicly confirmed as much. The latest trailer really leans into that influence: The series feels like something not created specifically for
Amazon Slashes the Price of Dell Docking Station by 58% Ahead of Black Friday
Gizmodo / 11h
You can save hundreds of dollars on this Dell docking station over at Amazon.
Greg Hildebrandt, iconic Star Wars and Lord of the Rings artist, has died at 85
Engadget / 11h
One of fantasy and sci-fi’s all-time greats has passed away . Artist Greg Hildebrandt, known for his iconic work on Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Marvel and Magic: The Gathering , died on Thursday at 85. He and his twin brother Tim, who died in 2006, were a powerhouse duo — the Brothers Hildebrandt — until they decided to pursue solo careers in 1981. The duo was perhaps best known for their “Styl
It’s going to be more expensive to fly through Amsterdam next year
The Points Guy / 11h
On Thursday, Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) announced that airlines will have to pay more to fly in and out of the airport — and airlines will likely pass the buck to passengers by making it more expensive to fly there. Airline fees are set to rise by at least 37% over the next three years, resulting in an average increase of 15 euros ($16.29 at the current exchange rate) for short-haul flights
Meta Quests Latest Update Improves PC Link and Travel Modes
How-To Geek / 11h
Meta has announced a major software update for its Meta Quest line of virtual reality headsets. There are new travel features, and the Link feature for connecting a PC has been improved.
Why You Should Be Using Aliases in the Linux Terminal
How-To Geek / 11h
The humble alias is a powerful ally when it comes to using the Linux terminal, but its one you could probably stand to rely on more. Lets take a look at a few of the ways aliases can make your life easier when it comes to getting around the terminal.
The Chainsmokers want to bring a different kind of value add to B2B companies
28TechCrunch / 12h
The potential value a celebrity investor can bring to a consumer company, beyond just writing a check, is obvious: marketing and promotion. But that value is less clear when it comes to backing B2B startups. Alex Pall and Drew Taggart, also known as the Chainsmokers, think their VC fund Mantis VC can bring a value […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Instagram reorganizes message requests for creators
Engadget / 12h
A new update for Instagram posted earlier today could fix one of the most frustrating problems for creators. Adam Mosseri , the head of Instagram, announced a new filtering update on Instagram for creators’ inboxes. Instagram users with a creator-designated account can now filter message requests in their inbox based on its sender in a similar way to Gmail’s labels. Creators can still sort their
Jeffrey Epstein Had Photos of Donald Trump With ‘Young Girls,’ Reporter Claims
200+Gizmodo / 12h
Michael Wolff, author of a 2018 book on Trump, made the claim on his podcast 'Fire and Fury.'
Amid Increasing Competition – Here’s How These Crypto Exchanges Stand Out
Next Big Future / 12h
2024 has been a groundbreaking year for the cryptocurrency industry and the stage is set for significant advancements in 2025. Key developments like the approval of spot Bitcoin ETFs, the resurgence of decentralized finance (DeFi), the rise of asset tokenization, and the growing adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) have drastically reshaped the competitive landscape. In ... Read more
You Can Get Microsoft Office 2024 on Sale for $160 Right Now
LifeHacker / 12h
You can get Microsoft Office 2024 Home & Business for PC or Mac on sale for $159.97 right now (reg. $249) until November 3, though codes are limited. This is the newest version of Office, and the sale includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote for one computer. Each app has a new user interface and collaboration features, with app-specific improvements including Smart Compose in Word,
I Teach Spin and Wish Everyone Knew These Rules of Group Fitness Etiquette
LifeHacker / 12h
As a spin class instructor and longtime Peloton fanatic , I am speaking with some authority when I say find people with bad group fitness etiquette extremely annoying, and that I know all the rules they should be following. Now, the last thing I want is to discourage anyone from taking a class, so before I get into the etiquette and safety practices I wish more people knew, let me assure you: Whe
To Me, My Lego November Sets!
Gizmodo / 12h
The holidays are coming, but it's a quiet month for Lego... if you don't count the absolutely massive sets it's dropping in November.
New funding rounds confirm that money attracts money
24TechCrunch / 12h
Welcome to Startups Weekly — your weekly recap of everything you can’t miss from the world of startups. Want it in your inbox every Friday? Sign up here. Money attracts money, as the saying goes. This week seemed to confirm it, with a couple startups announcing new rounds of funding only months after their previous […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Confused Trump Says Elon Musk Is "as Good as You Get" in "Terms of Computer"
82Futurism / 12h
Computer Man Former president Donald Trump and multi-hyphenate billionaire Elon Musk have really hit their honeymoon phase. Less than a week ahead of the presidential elections, Trump took the stage at an event in Henderson, Nevada, to subject audiences to characteristically rambling stream of consciousness remarks. During his meandering speech, Trump fawned over his newfound supporter Musk. "In
Don’t lug your winter coat on a beach vacation — check it at this airport
The Points Guy / 12h
Winters in Milwaukee are reliably cold, with temperatures hovering around freezing from January through March. That’s why many locals like to get out of town in the winter. It’s also why Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) is enthusiastically promoting its flights to warm-weather destinations such as Miami; Austin; Fort Lauderdale; Orlando; Cancun; Puerto Vallarta, Mexico; Montego Bay,
MSC Cruises ships from newest to oldest — a complete list
The Points Guy / 12h
What’s the newest MSC Cruises ship? It can be hard to keep track, as MSC Cruises has been rolling out new cruise ships in quick succession over the past few years. However, it’s a good thing to know if you’re in the market for an MSC Cruises voyage. The newest MSC Cruises ship is typically also the MSC Cruises ship with the most up-to-date cabins, restaurants, bars and attractions. Book it if you
This Tiny Smartphone Is Under $100 for a Limited Time, A Steal Compared to AirPods
Gizmodo / 12h
Believe it or not, you can get a phone cheaper than earbuds. This credit card-sized smartphone is 50% off now.
Benchmarks Confirm Apples M4 Pro and M4 Max Are Super Fast
How-To Geek / 12h
Apples new M4 Pro and M4 Max chips are outperforming even the powerful M2 Ultra, according to newly-uploaded benchmarks.
Between Perplexity’s new macOS app and ChatGPT’s search launch, conversational search just got a lot more fun
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
The AI-powered search game is heating up, with OpenAI adding search capabilities to ChatGPT just yesterday, and Perplexity launching a macOS desktop app a week ago. Perplexity could be considered a leader in AI-powered search right now, and now Mac users can quickly use Perplexity’s advanced search engine right from their desktop without having to access it through a web browser. If you’re not fa
Audible is offering three months for $3 in an early Black Friday deal
Engadget / 12h
Audible is offering a sweet promotion as an early Black Friday deal , allowing new users to sign up for three months of its Premium Plus plan for just $3. That breaks down to $1 per month. It’s only for new users, so anyone who has previously dipped their toes in the Audible waters are out of luck. This offer starts today, but is available all the way until midnight on New Year’s Eve. It’s only f
Huawei quietly adds 61.44TB SSD option to its flagship storage solution — and now quotes 2:1 compressed capacities as it eyes LTO Tape market as well
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
At its recent Huawei Connect event, the Chinese tech giant unveiled one of the highest-capacity storage solutions on the planet. The OceanStor Pacific 9928 features 36 high-density 61.44TB NVMe SSDs per 2U chassis, each just 9.5mm thick, delivering up to 2.21PB of raw capacity. Huawei says the OceanStor Pacific 9928's efficient design reduces space consumption by 37% compared to traditional SSDs.
Insider Secrets Exposed: Scandals, Outrageous Requests, And Celebrity Drama From Private Resorts For The Ultra-Wealthy
View from the Wing / 12h
A five-year employee of a private resort “for the rich and famous” who worked in food and beverage answered questions online about their experiences and the things that they overhead working. They envied the lifestyles of wealthy guests, and found famous guests to often be paranoid and guarded – and would often visit alone (cherishing the space). Continue reading ...
Claude joins the AI chatbot desktop app rush but leaves some features behind
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
AI chatbot Claude is now available as a desktop app for both Windows and Mac computers. The public beta for the apps is available for free users as well as subscribers to the premium version of the AI chatbot. Claude creator Anthropic describes the desktop versions of Claude as "fast, focused, and
