Stop the Robocalls and Save 58% on an Incogni Plan
300+LifeHacker / 15h
You know those robocalls and rando texts you get throughout the day? If you’re wondering how those marketers and phishers got your digits, are worried about the risks of your phone number being out there, and want the calls and messages to stop—here’s what to do. For a quicker hack, you can also nab Incognito’s deal right now and score 58% off an annual plan using code LIFEHACKER. More on that be
Jon Stewart shares a powerful post-election night message
100+Mashable / 21h
Jon Stewart has shared his reaction to the election results, sharing a warning and a message of hope on "The Daily Show".
WhatsApp will soon help you spot misinformation – here's how
86TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 19h
WhatsApp will let you use Google to reverse image search received images This may offer context and warnings for altered or misleading images The feature is currently rolling out to beta testers WhatsApp is adding a new feature to make it easier to check received images for authenticity in an effort to combat the proliferation of misinformation, disinformation, and misleading content. A new updat
The challenges of hybrid IT in the age of cloud repatriation
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9min
In a world where cloud computing forms the backbone of modern IT, many tech teams now find themselves at a crucial crossroads regarding the future of their cloud strategies. The move to the cloud was a digital gold rush that revolutionized how businesses operate, offering benefits such as enhanced scalability, cost efficiency, and the ability to rapidly deploy cloud applications , workloads, and
Home Chef Promo Codes: 50% Off | November 2024
Wired / 27min
Enjoy up to 50% off, free meals, and more with the latest Home Chef coupons this November.
Blue Apron Coupon: 30% Off | November 2024
Wired / 45min
Enjoy up to 30% off your first order and more with the latest Blue Apron coupons this November.
Get Microsoft Office 2021 for Mac — one £19 payment, no headaches
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: We've got an exciting price drop to share — get a lifetime license for Microsoft Office 2021 on Mac for only £19.37 (reg. £177.69) through 10 November — all the productivity without the recurring fees . Your Mac has everything you need, with one exception. It doesn't have a great word processor. Or a viable Excel alternative. Or a tool for creating presentations like PowerPoint. Okay, so,
Kindle Unlimited is free for new members
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: New members can get a two-month subscription to Kindle Unlimited for free. Opens in a new window Credit: Kindle Unlimited Kindle Unlimited (2-Month Subscription) Free at Amazon Have you ever thought about signing up for Kindle Unlimited ? This could be your best opportunity to try it out, because you really don't have anything to lose. New members can get a two-month subscription to Kindle
18 of the best Stanford University courses you can take for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: A wide range of online courses from Stanford University are available to take for free with edX. edX hosts absolutely loads of online courses from famous schools like Stanford University. And better yet, some of the best examples of these courses are available to take for free. We know it sounds too good to be true, but you could become a student of Stanford University without spending any
How to watch Swiatek vs. Pegula in the 2024 WTA Finals online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Swiatek vs. Pegula in the 2024 WTA Finals for free on TVNZ+ . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Swiatek and Pegula both lost their last games in the 2024 WTA Finals , so there's a degree of pressure in their upcoming meeting. We're expecting a close match in Riyadh, and you can watch all the action without spending anything. If you
How to watch Gauff vs. Krejcikova in the 2024 WTA Finals online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Gauff vs. Krejcikova in the 2024 WTA Finals for free on TVNZ+ . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The 2024 WTA Finals rumble on with more games between the world's best players . The next group-stage game sees Gauff take on Krejcikova. Both players won their last games in straight sets, so will be coming into this match with a lot
How to watch Bengals vs. Ravens online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Cincinnati Bengals vs. Baltimore Ravens for free with a 30-day free trial of Prime Video . Thursday Night Football returns with Week 10 action, which kicks off with an AFC North showdown between the Cincinnati Bengals and Baltimore Ravens. The Bengals are 4-5 and the Ravens are 6-3. Both teams are coming off high-scoring wins, with the Bengals defeating the Las Vegas Raiders 41
How to watch Galatasaray vs. Tottenham Hotspur online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Galatasaray vs. Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League for free on Tabii . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . There are some really interesting Europa League fixtures taking place this week, including Galatasaray vs. Tottenham Hotspur. Both sides are unbeaten in this year's competition, with Spurs winning every game they've played.
How to unblock Pornhub for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Access Pornhub from anywhere in the world with a VPN. The best service for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN . The sad reality for fans of Pornhub is that the site is now blocked in Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Utah. That's a long list, and Florida could join at any moment. The popular site has been blocking a lot
Truecaller founders step down as spam-blocker regains momentum
TechCrunch / 2h
The co-founders of Swedish caller identification app Truecaller are stepping back from day-to-day operations, marking the end of an era for one of Sweden’s most successful consumer technology companies as it pushes toward a goal of 1 billion users. Alan Mamedi and Nami Zarringhalam, pictured above, who co-founded Truecaller in 2009, will hand over control […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserve
Nikon reveals the Z50 II – a modest update of its hobbyist mirrorless camera with an identity crisis
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Nikon has updated its four-year-old Z50 with the Z50 II. The mini-DSLR-style successor comes with the same 20.9MP APS-C sensor, but packs Nikon's latest Expeed 7 processor, which delivers a raft of performance-based improvements. Nikon says the Z50 II has the same subject detection autofocus options as its professional Z8 and Z9 mirrorless cameras, with nine subject types to choose from, 3D track
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 7
Mashable / 3h
Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , 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 th
NYT Strands hints, answers for November 7
Mashable / 3h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of
Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for November 6 (#514)
How-To Geek / 3h
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.
Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 7
Mashable / 4h
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 November 7's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjon
Kia shows off new off-road EV concepts and they look like the perfect apocalypse escape rides
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
EV9 ADVNTR and PV 5WKNDR Concept go big on off-road thrills They are designed to showcase the flexibility of Kia's EV platforms One-of-a-kind vehicles not for production... yet The annual Specialty Equipment Market Association show - or SEMA for short - brings together the great and the good of the vehicle aftermarket world, often acting as a springboard for wild and outlandish custom and concept
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 7
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
Why I Still Buy Hard Drives for My Windows PC
How-To Geek / 5h
Why do I still buy hard drives for my Windows PC? Well, for starters, the price per TB is way lower when you're looking for mass storage. This and a few other reasons are why I still think that your PC should have an old-fashioned, traditional platter hard drive.
Australia looks to ban social media for kids under age 16
20TechCrunch / 7h
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Wednesday announced plans in the country to ban social media for children under 16, saying that “social media is doing harm to our kids, and I’m calling time on it.” The proposed legislation will enter parliament this year, taking effect a year after lawmakers ratify it, said Albanese, adding […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal us
Canada orders TikTok to shut down its business operations in the country due to 'national security risks'
Engadget / 7h
Canada has ordered TikTok to shut down its operations in the country, citing unspecified “national security risks” posed by the company and its parent ByteDance. With the move, TikTok will be forced to “wind up” all business in the country, though the Canadian government stopped short of banning the app. “The government is taking action to address the specific national security risks related to B
Australia plans social media ban for under-16s
1KBBC News / 7h
The government says it wants to mitigate the "harm" social media is inflicting on children.
A Beginner's Guide to Choosing the Perfect Pair of Running Shoes
LifeHacker / 7h
When you first start running , you can wear any shoes that are comfortable. But pretty soon you'll probably want to get yourself a pair of "real" running shoes, and that's when you'll find yourself staring at a wall of shoes, wondering why the heck there are so many different ones, and how some can be worth $300 while others are under $100. Here, I'll give you a guide to the different types of ru
Quordle today – hints and answers for Thursday, November 7 (game #1018)
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 Connections today — hints and answers for Thursday, November 7 (game #515)
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.
NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Thursday, November 7 (game #249)
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
‘Prediction markets’ set to pay out $450M to election bettors
TechCrunch / 7h
Following Donald Trump’s election victory, thousands of bettors anticipate a potential $450 million payout from online betting sites, says Reuters. As Trump’s odds surged on so-called prediction markets near the end of the race, platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket gained attention for diverging sharply from traditional polls, which suggested a much closer race. Talking with […] © 2024 TechCrunch
Trump’s win is a tragic loss for climate progress
MIT Technology Review / 7h
Donald Trump’s decisive victory is a stunning setback for climate change. The Republican president-elect’s return to the White House means the US is going to squander precious momentum, unraveling hard-won policy progress that was just beginning to pay off, all for the second time in less than a decade. It comes at a moment when the world can’t afford to waste time, with nations far off track fro
Sega apparently has a new Virtua Fighter game in the works
Engadget / 7h
Virtua Fighter may soon be punching its way back into the public eye. Justin Scarpone, Sega's global head of transmedia, casually dropped the news about a new game in the franchise during an interview with VGC . "We have a suite of titles in development right now that fall into that legacy bucket, which we announced last year at The Game Awards," he said. " Crazy Taxi , Jet Set Radio , Streets of
News Outlets Are Falsely Reporting That a NASA Astronaut Is Still in the Hospital
Futurism / 8h
Despite ample reporting to the contrary , multiple news outlets are still running misleading new articles claiming that a NASA astronaut is still in the hospital after returning from the International Space Station on a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule. If you take it from headlines seen in the Daily Mail , Salt Lake City's KSL-TV , or the random Argentinian news site El Diario 24 , the unnamed ISS cre
Nearly three years since launch, Webb is a hit among astronomers
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
From its halo-like orbit nearly a million miles from Earth, the James Webb Space Telescope is seeing farther than human eyes have ever seen. In May, astronomers announced that Webb detected the most distant galaxy found so far, a fuzzy blob of red light that we see as it existed just 290 million years after the Big Bang. Light from this galaxy, several hundreds of millions of times the mass of th
For fame or a death wish? Kids’ TikTok challenge injuries stump psychiatrists
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Kids and teens can make some pretty hairbrained choices sometimes. But when a kid's choice is to engage in a TikTok challenge that threatens their life, psychiatrists can struggle to understand if it was just an exasperating poor choice born out of impulsivity and immaturity or something darker—an actual suicide attempt. In a Viewpoint published today in JAMA Psychiatry , two psychiatrists from t
After Trump Took the Lead, Election Deniers Went Suddenly Silent
1KNYT > Technology / 8h
Trump supporters spent years fomenting concern about election integrity. On Tuesday, they set it all aside.
The Nintendo Switch 2 Is Officially Backwards Compatible
LifeHacker / 8h
Did you all catch the big news last night? Apparently, a defining part of the 20-teens is returning for a second reign. That’s right: The Nintendo Switch 2 will officially be backwards compatible. Yes, on a night when many Americans (and probably a good number of people worldwide) were glued to social media to see how a different red-and-blue tinged story would turn out, Nintendo president Shunta
Apple reportedly facing massive EU fine over alleged monopoly tactic
Mashable / 8h
It looks like Apple is about to make history – as the first company to receive a fine under the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA). According to a new report from Bloomberg , the European Commission is planning to slap Apple with a fine of as much as 10 percent of the company's global annual sales. SEE ALSO: Gaming emulators are now on the App Store after Apple relaxed the rules The EU would levy the
Roblox details two new safety policies for protecting children
Engadget / 8h
Roblox is implementing new safety policies intended to better protect the platform's young users. We learned last month that changes were in the works for the game, and a post on the Roblox developer forum today detailed more about those rules. The big takeaway is that a greater section of Roblox content will not be available to players under age 13. The first part of the new Roblox policy is tha
Even Microsoft Notepad is getting infused with AI
Engadget / 9h
A new AI feature is coming to Microsoft’s Notepad called Rewrite. The Verge reports that Microsoft is rolling out a preview of Rewrite to Windows Insiders that will allow AI to rewrite sentences, change the tone and alter the length of text in Notepad. Windows Insiders can access Rewrite by highlighting text in a Notepad window and right-clicking it in the menu or pushing the keyboard shortcut Ct
SpaceX to launch Starship for the sixth time this month
20TechCrunch / 9h
SpaceX will conduct the sixth flight test of Starship, the largest rocket ever built, as soon as November 18, following the smooth success of the previous mission less than a month ago. The high flight cadence is thanks, in part, to that success, which included the first-ever return of the Super Heavy booster to the […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Election Denial Conspiracy Theories Are Exploding on X. This Time They’re Coming From the Left
31Wired / 9h
Conspiracy theories about missing votes—which are not, in fact, missing—and something being “not right” are being spread widely on X in the wake of Donald Trump’s election victory.
Trump Planning to Unleash Artificial Intelligence by Repealing Restrictions
23Futurism / 9h
Donald Trump is now set to be the next president of the United States, blowing the future of AI regulation in this country wide open. That's because Trump has promised to repeal the existing AI regulations implemented by outgoing President Joe Biden , which were arguably light to begin with. If Trump makes good on his promise, unchecked AI development may well be the order of the day. "We will re
Desperate Microsoft Will Pay $1,000,000 to Someone Who Actually Uses Bing
66Futurism / 9h
Make a Killing To Bing users out there — don't all jump up at once — Microsoft is offering the chance to win $1,000,000. Such is the tech giant's desperate attempt to shake up its search engine's role as an extremely distant second fiddle to Google. There's not only a main prize of a million bucks up for grabs, but also $10,000 for another ten winners. The competition started last month and — luc
Trump Won. What Will Happen to Electric Vehicles?
Wired / 9h
Thanks to Elon Musk’s influence, the president-elect has waffled on the future of America’s electric transition.
Plan your ski trip using points and miles: How to book flights, hotels, lift tickets and more
The Points Guy / 9h
The 2024-2025 ski season is almost upon us. Big-name U.S. resorts like the ones in Vail, Colorado; Park City, Utah; and around Lake Tahoe on the California-Nevada border are slated to open in mid-November, and Colorado’s Wolf Creek Ski Area is already open thanks to an October snowstorm. That means now is a great time to start planning (and budgeting for) a winter getaway. Even a budget-conscious
iRobot lays off another 105 employees
TechCrunch / 9h
Roomba maker iRobot is laying off 105 employees — about 16% of the company’s workforce, per an SEC filing — saying the cuts are part of an “operational restructuring plan.” The move comes after iRobot slashed roughly 350 jobs — about 31% of its workforce — earlier this year. Those cuts were made after plans […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Fate of Google’s search empire could rest in Trump’s hands
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
A few weeks before the US presidential election, Donald Trump suggested that a breakup of Google's search business may not be an appropriate remedy to destroy the tech giant's search monopoly . "Right now, China is afraid of Google," Trump said at a Chicago event . If that threat were dismantled, Trump suggested, China could become a greater threat to the US, because the US needs to have "great c
Trump plans to dismantle Biden AI safeguards after victory
37Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Early Wednesday morning, Donald Trump became the presumptive winner of the 2024 US presidential election, setting the stage for dramatic changes to federal AI policy when he takes office early next year. Among them, Trump has stated he plans to dismantle President Biden's AI Executive Order from October 2023 immediately upon taking office. Biden's order established wide-ranging oversight of AI de
The Ars redesign is out. Experience its ad-free glory for just $25/year.
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Whew—the big event is finally behind us. I'm talking, of course, about the Ars Technica version 9 redesign , which we rolled out last month in response to your survey feedback and which we have iterated on extensively in the weeks since. The site is now fully responsive and optimized for mobile browsing, with a sleek new look and great user options. In response to your comments, our tireless tech
Here’s What We Know A Trump Administration Will Mean For Travel
View from the Wing / 9h
Despite significant experience in the airline industry, and a first term experience on which to draw, I’m not sure we can confidently say how a Trump administration will play out in all areas of travel. That’s because Trump largely staffed his first administration with mainstream Republicans. He nominated former Labor Secretary Elaine Chao as Transportation Secretary. This time may be different.
The PS5 Pro Can Now Give Your PS4 Games a Visual Boost
LifeHacker / 9h
The PS5 Pro is an interesting console refresh: It has no exclusive games, comes without a disc drive or stand, and costs $699. Really, other than a slightly adjusted design and quieter fans, it's all about the graphics upgrades. And, as it happens, it looks like those upgrades extend not just to PS5 games, but PS4 titles as well. To be clear, the PS5 Pro doesn't automatically boost the quality of
Elon Musk Helped Elect Trump. What Does He Expect in Return?
1KNYT > Technology / 9h
The world’s richest man gave his money and time in campaigning for the president-elect and now is putting in his requests for a friendlier regulatory environment.
Sixth SpaceX Starship Flight November 18, 2024
Next Big Future / 9h
The sixth flight test of SpaceX Starship is targeted to launch as early as Monday, November 18. There should be far fewer delays from the FAA. The FAA will be more efficient and motivated. The sixth flight already had approval as the fifth flight had no problems that required investigation. Starship’s fifth flight test was ... Read more
Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour On Prediction Markets’ Big Night: ‘We Even Overtook Pornhub’
Wired / 9h
Prediction markets like Kalshi beat pollsters in forecasting the 2024 US election. Mansour now says financial marketplaces are the future of political prognostication.
OpenAI bought the web domain Chat.com
Engadget / 10h
OpenAI has scooped up a domain name that sounds like a logical fit. TechCrunch reports that Chat.com, which was previously bought for over $15 million, is now in the hands of the ChatGPT maker . According to the domain history website who.is, Chat.com was first registered way back in September 1996. Before OpenAI’s acquisition, it last changed hands in 2023, when HubSpot co-founder and CTO Dharme
Apple iOS 18.2 public beta arrives with new AI features, but some remain waitlisted
20TechCrunch / 10h
Apple has released the AI-powered version of its latest mobile operating system, iOS 18.2, to its public beta users. The update includes new features like an AI emoji generator app called Genmoji, an Image Playground AI image app, ChatGPT integration with Siri, and visual search using the iPhone 16 cameras, among other things. Previously, these […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For pers
Rideshare drivers in Massachusetts can unionize without being full-time employees
Engadget / 10h
Massachusetts has passed a statewide ballot initiative that gives rideshare drivers the opportunity to unionize while remaining independent contractors. The initiative was brought forward by the Service Employees International Union and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. It passed with a narrow margin of about 54 percent of the vote. The measure will allow the stat
As Trump Takes a Victory Lap, the Crypto Faithful Kiss the Ring
Wired / 10h
The crypto industry is celebrating the return of Donald Trump to the White House in anticipation of an easier ride under his regime.
These Robot Vacuums Are Cheaper Than They Were on Prime Day
LifeHacker / 10h
My stand on Roombas is not a secret: iRobots are overpriced products that have been running on their brand name for too long. They've been complacent for many years, with other brands innovating fast and bringing cheaper products to the market. Two of those brands are Yeedi and Roborock, which have been making impressive machines over the years. Right now, three of these robot vacuums are hitting
iOS 18.2 Lets You Add Volume Controls to Your iPhone's Lock Screen
LifeHacker / 10h
You might have noticed that your iPhone shows a useful playback controls widget on the lock screen whenever you're listening to audio. It's multipurpose, too, since you'll see it whether you're listening to music, audiobooks, podcasts, or even videos. I've always used this widget to play, pause, skip ahead or skip back, but one thing has always been missing—volume control. Sure, you can use the v
Donald Trump's Win Cements a New Era for Campaigning Online
Wired / 10h
On the ground, the Trump campaign was at a disadvantage to Kamala Harris’s massive canvassing operations. But many misunderstood the power—and purpose—of influencer marketing campaigns.
The 2TB Seagate Storage Expansion Card Cuts Price by Nearly 50% for Xbox Users Ahead of Early Black Friday
Gizmodo / 10h
Save $160 on a 2TB storage expansion card for your Xbox Series X or Series S so you can play more games.
Big Tech Is Going to Take Ass-Kissing to New Heights
41Gizmodo / 10h
Donald Trump's victory was a bat-signal for Silicon Valley oligarchs.
xAI’s Colossus supercomputer cluster uses 100,000 Nvidia Hopper GPUs — and it was all made possible using Nvidia’s Spectrum-X Ethernet networking platform
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Nvidia and xAI collaborate on Colossus development xAI has markedly cut down 'flow collisions' during AI model training Spectrum-X has been crucial in training the Grok AI model family Nvidia has shed light on how xAI’s ‘Colossus’ supercomputer cluster can keep a handle on 100,000 Hopper GPUs - and it’s all down to using the chipmaker's Spectrum-X Ethernet networking platform. Spectrum-X, the com
ChatGPT o1 model briefly escapes preview mode
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
OpenAI accidentally released the full ChatGPT o1 model to the AI chatbot platform a few days ago. The leak only lasted a few hours, but that was plenty of time to show that the model will be even more formidable than the genius riddle solver preview version introduced to the platform in September. ChatGPT o1's advances from the current standard ChatGPT-4o model are undeniable, even as a preview.
Crypto Bros’ Big Election Bet Paid Off
Gizmodo / 10h
Web3 goons spent big this election season. The money has bought them new political influence and paved a way for their industry's future.
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro Review: More Power, More Immersion, More Money
Wired / 11h
This updated Sony console delivers better graphics but at a perhaps unreasonably high cost.
Future Apple Watches Could Have Sensors Embedded in the Bands
39Gizmodo / 11h
These sensors would be able to track things like blood pressure, and respiration rate measurements.
How Much of the New Lord of the Rings Movie Comes From Tolkien?
44Gizmodo / 11h
War of the Rohirrim 's adaptation comes right out of Lord of the Rings ' appendices—albeit with significant additions.
The do’s and don’ts on how to maximize your holiday purchases
The Points Guy / 11h
As we quickly approach the holiday season, you may already be in the process of finding the perfect gifts for your loved ones. However, if you are a travel rewards enthusiast, there is an important decision you need to make regarding these purchases. You must determine whether it’s best to pay for gifts directly or with your points and miles, thus keeping money in your pocket. Both approaches hav
Google accidentally leaked a preview of its Jarvis AI that can take over computers
Engadget / 11h
Jarvis is real. Google’s new AI prototype accidentally found its way to the public through the Chrome Web Store. This isn’t just some AI helper that can tell you the weather or remind you about doctor appointments. The Information reported that the store page describes the Jarvis prototype as “a helpful companion that surfs the web for you” through web browsers to take care of common tasks such a
The Chinese Military Is Weaponizing Facebook's Open Source AI
47Futurism / 11h
Yoinked Here's an unintended consequence for you: Reuters reports that Facebook owner Meta's open source Llama model is already being used by the Chinese military. According to the report, the military-focused AI tool dubbed "ChatBIT" is being developed to gather intelligence and provide information for operational decision-making, as laid out in an academic paper obtained by Reuters . Unsurprisi
Elon Musk's Mother Attacks Reporter for Being Vietnamese
91Futurism / 11h
Book Knowledge In a since-deleted post, Elon Musk's mother made a disgusting reference to a reporter's ethnicity. Seemingly apropos to nothing, the billionaire's mother claimed in a quote tweet that she'd heard rumors about New York Times reporter and Musk biographer Ryan Mac imminently dropping an "Elon hit piece" — and then pointedly spotlighted that the journalist is of Vietnamese heritage. "S
This MagSafe Anker Power Bank Hits All-Time Lowest Price, Even Better Than During Prime Day
Gizmodo / 11h
Save 33% on the Anker MagGo Power Bank at Amazon, which also doubles as a phone stand.
The Weather Is Coming to Your Macs Status Bar
How-To Geek / 11h
A small, much appreciated tweak in Apple's macOS Sequoia 15.2 operating system brings the weather forecast right to the menu bar of your Mac.
Dangerous Android banking malware looks to trick victims with fake money transfers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
ToxicPanda can initiate money transfers and even grab MFA codes The banking trojan is targeting consumers in Europe and Latin America More than 1,500 devices already compromised A Chinese hacker is targeting Android devices in Europe and Latin America with a banking trojan able to steal money from victim’s accounts. A new report from cybersecurity researchers Cleafy says the trojan, ToxicPanda, i
Space Force’s Nuclear Protection Wing Has a Robot Dog Named Chappie
100+Gizmodo / 11h
Yes, it’s named after the 2015 sci-fi movie.
The next Starship launch may occur in less than two weeks
100+Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Less than a month has passed since the historic fifth flight of SpaceX's Starship, during which the company caught the booster with mechanical arms back at the launch pad in Texas. Now, another test flight could come as soon as Nov. 18, the company announced Wednesday. The improbable but successful recovery of the Starship first stage with "chopsticks" last month, and the on-target splashdown of
Corning faces antitrust actions for its Gorilla Glass dominance
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
The European Commission (EC) has opened an antitrust investigation into US-based glass-maker Corning, claiming that its Gorilla Glass has dominated the mobile phone screen market due to restrictive deals and licensing. Corning's shatter-resistant alkali-aluminosilicate glass keeps its place atop the market, according to the EC's announcement , because it both demands, and rewards with rebates, de
Trump’s 60% tariffs could push China to hobble tech industry growth
62Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Now that the US presidential election has been called for Donald Trump, the sweeping tariffs regime that Trump promised on the campaign trail seems imminent. For the tech industry, already burdened by the impact of tariffs on their supply chains, it has likely become a matter of "when" not "if" companies will start spiking prices on popular tech . During Trump's last administration, he sparked a
Best Buy is already going hard with QLED TV deals ahead of Black Friday
Mashable / 11h
A quick look at the best early Black Friday TV deals Best 55-inch deal Hisense 55-inch QD5 QLED TV $249.99 at Best Buy (save $150) Best 65-inch TV deal TCL 65-inch QM7 QLED 4K TV $699.99 at Amazon (save $400) Best 75-inch TV deal LG 75-inch 85 Series QNED TV $999.99 at Best Buy (save $500) As one of the OG items being stampeded after in those old Black Friday clips you're picturing right now, we'
'Mario & Luigi: Brothership' review: Good combat and great visuals aren't enough
Mashable / 11h
If you just watched someone play Mario & Luigi: Brothership for an hour or so, you might come away thinking it’s one of the best Switch games and/or RPGs of the year. Unfortunately, the game is much longer than an hour. Brothership , the latest in the long-running brotherly RPG series starring Nintendo’s mascot and his idiot brother, has most of the component parts you need for an enjoyable adven
Interstellar Generation Ship Propulsion Technology by 2050
Next Big Future / 11h
There have been some laboratory experiments and theoretical work done to validate aspects of the plasma magnet propulsion concept. The Plasma Magnet is a wind drag device invented almost twenty years ago by Dr. John Slough from the University of Washington. A rocket that uses a propellant to create momentum. A plasma magnet (newer / ... Read more
Gemini will yada yada your Google Chat into a neat summary
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Step away from your computer or phone for a few minutes, and you might return to an avalanche of notifications about new messages. If you're using Google Chat, you won't have to comb through them all to find out what you missed anymore, thanks to Google's Gemini AI assistant. You can pull up Gemini from the Google Chat sidebar and ask the AI to summarize the conversation and dig into the most imp
The FTC comes after neobank Dave for misleading marketing, hidden fees
27TechCrunch / 11h
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced on Tuesday that it will be taking action against the online cash app and neobank Dave, which it says used “misleading marketing to deceive consumers.” At issue is how Dave marketed $500 cash advances to consumers that it rarely offered, and the “Express Fee” it charged if customers wanted […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use onl
This App Automatically Hides Faces and Obscures Metadata From Photos
LifeHacker / 11h
Between facial recognition technology and your phone's habit of embedding metadata (including geolocation data) in every picture you take, sharing photos can feel like forfeiting any chance at privacy. Sometimes you want to share a photo with the public web but don't want to share the location in which it was taken, or any faces—if there's a child in the photo, say, or if you didn't get a chance
The other election night winner: Perplexity
TechCrunch / 11h
On Tuesday, two AI startups tried convincing the world their AI chatbots were good enough to be an accurate, real-time source of information during a high-stakes presidential election: xAI and Perplexity. Elon Musk’s Grok failed almost instantly, offering wrong answers about races’ outcomes before the polls had even closed. On the other hand, Perplexity offered […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights r
Windows on ARM Is Getting Better x86 Emulation
How-To Geek / 11h
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27744 to the Canary Channel. This build introduces a new feature update to Prism, which will let more 64-bit x86 applications run under emulation.
Amazon Offers LG C4 Series OLED TV at Record Low Price for Pre-Black Friday, Cheaper Than MacBook Pro
Gizmodo / 11h
Save nearly 50% off on the 65-inch LG OLED evo C4 Series Smart TV in this Amazon limited time deal.
Windows Paint Is Adding Image Generation & Generative Fill
How-To Geek / 12h
Microsoft has started rolling out updates to its Paint and Notepad applications to Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels on Windows 11. These updates bring in a host of features normally seen in services like Pixlr and Photoshop.
10 Fantasy Movies to Help You Escape Reality Right Now
86Gizmodo / 12h
Stream your way to faraway lands and magical characters if you need a break from the world for a couple hours.
The best Apple Watch deals ahead of Black Friday: New models are already on sale
Mashable / 12h
The best Apple Watch deals ahead of Black Friday Best Series 10 deal Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS) $354.28 at Amazon (Save $44.72) Best Series 9 deal Apple Watch Series 9 (45mm, GPS) $329 at Amazon (Save $100) Best Ultra deal Apple Watch Ultra 2 (49mm, GPS + cellular) $721.89 at Amazon (Save $77.11) Black Friday season is officially upon us, meaning if you want to avoid the chaos of the actua
Spirit Airlines Experience Gets Wilder: Raccoon Crashes From Ceiling At New York LaGuardia Airport [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 12h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...
Introduction: Two Times To Latin America
One Mile at a Time / 12h
Welcome to my next trip report series, covering the recent review trip that I took to Latin America. Actually, it was two trips to Latin America, sort of, but I’ll write it all as a single review series. So often I fly to distant places to review some of the world’s best airline products, though there’s also value in reviewing experiences closer to home. Living in Miami, there’s no shortage of op
States’ Abortion Rights Wins May Be Short-Lived Under a Second Trump Term
31Wired / 12h
More than two years after a historic Supreme Court decision ended the national right to an abortion, some states are fighting back—but the future of abortion rights remains in doubt.
Early Black Friday deal takes $1,300 off the LG C4 OLED
Engadget / 12h
Amazon has a deal on one of LG’s premium OLED TVs ahead of Black Friday. The 65-inch LG OLED evo C4 , which only arrived earlier this year, typically costs $2,700. Today, you can get it for an all-time low of $1,394. That’s even lower than its October Prime Day sale price. Although the C4 skips out on some bells and whistles of the ultra-premium LG G4 flagship TV, that model starts at $2,600 and
What Trump’s Re-Election Means for Our Warming Planet
43Gizmodo / 12h
With control of the White House and the Senate, Republicans are poised to upend U.S. climate policy.
OpenAI acquired Chat.com
TechCrunch / 12h
OpenAI bought Chat.com, adding to its collection of high-profile domain names. As of this morning, Chat.com now redirects to OpenAI’s AI-powered chatbot, ChatGPT. An OpenAI spokesperson confirmed the acquisition via email. Chat.com is one of the older domains on the web, having been registered in September 1996. Last year, it was reported that HubSpot co-founder […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights
An influencer was disqualified from the NYC Marathon for bringing a filming crew onto the course
Mashable / 12h
Influencers run marathons. Or maybe marathon runners become influencers? It's a chicken and the egg kind of question, but it's a scenario that has been a constant since the dawn of running culture online — especially on TikTok — and one that has only picked up since the pandemic. This is normally not a problem — in fact it's a benefit. Marathons have gotten more popular, in part, because of influ
Here’s What the Reviewers Are Saying About the PlayStation 5 Pro
Gizmodo / 12h
Reviewers say the PlayStation Pro is an upgrade in performance over the older PS5, but you'll need an expensive setup to make the most of it.
A Real (A)Advantage: Earn Extra Loyalty Points And 75,000 Miles With Citi’s Business Card
View from the Wing / 12h
My wife was approved for this card. Her small business is… very small. But the interesting thing, beyond that they’d approve her, is what happens to the points. Continue reading ...
Your air fryer might be spying on you, new report warns – and smart TVs are even hungrier for our data
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Some air fryers are harvesting your personal data, according to new report Smart TVs and smartwatches are also particularly thirsty for our data Manufacturers say there are legitimate reasons for the requests The best air fryers might be genuinely life-changing pieces of kit , but some hide a snooping dark side that could see them invade your privacy in several alarming ways, according to a new r
Spacious suites and beachfront views: A review of Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Points Guy / 12h
[circuit type=review circuit_id=”20420185766″] Beach hotels in California aren’t exactly novel. But it’s harder than you might think to find a resort located right on the sand. However, a bit north of Los Angeles , in the laid-back surfer town of Oxnard, the only thing between Zach a ri Dunes on Mandalay Beach and the Pacific is a gorgeous stretch of beach. EMILY HOCHBERG/FOR THE POINTS GUY What’
Your Sushi Isn’t What It Seems: New Study Exposes Rampant Salmon Fraud
Gizmodo / 12h
Researchers in Seattle discovered that salmon products are still frequently mislabeled in grocery stores and sushi restaurants, despite a law passed over a decade ago aimed at reducing such fraud.
Competition to Design Human Crewed Interstellar Spaceships
Next Big Future / 12h
Project Hyperion explores the feasibility of crewed interstellar travel via generation ships, using current and near-future technologies. A generation ship is a hypothetical spacecraft designed for long-duration interstellar travel, where the journey may take centuries to complete. The idea behind a generation ship is that the initial crew would live, reproduce, and die on the ... Read more
What Trump’s win might mean for Elon Musk
100+TechCrunch / 12h
Elon Musk — the billionaire CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and xAI, and the owner of The Boring Company, Neuralink, and X — took a sharp swing to the right this election to support President-elect Donald Trump, using his vast wealth, influence, and megaphone on X to influence the outcome of the election. Musk’s support came […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Best Emirates A380 Business Class Seats: My Picks
24One Mile at a Time / 12h
I recently shared my experience flying Emirates’ Airbus A380 business class . Emirates is known for its Airbus A380s, and the airline has a massive fleet of these, comprised of over 100 jets. Given just how many people fly Emirates’
300+LifeHacker / 15h
You know those robocalls and rando texts you get throughout the day? If you’re wondering how those marketers and phishers got your digits, are worried about the risks of your phone number being out there, and want the calls and messages to stop—here’s what to do. For a quicker hack, you can also nab Incognito’s deal right now and score 58% off an annual plan using code LIFEHACKER. More on that be
Jon Stewart shares a powerful post-election night message
100+Mashable / 21h
Jon Stewart has shared his reaction to the election results, sharing a warning and a message of hope on "The Daily Show".
WhatsApp will soon help you spot misinformation – here's how
86TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 19h
WhatsApp will let you use Google to reverse image search received images This may offer context and warnings for altered or misleading images The feature is currently rolling out to beta testers WhatsApp is adding a new feature to make it easier to check received images for authenticity in an effort to combat the proliferation of misinformation, disinformation, and misleading content. A new updat
The challenges of hybrid IT in the age of cloud repatriation
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9min
In a world where cloud computing forms the backbone of modern IT, many tech teams now find themselves at a crucial crossroads regarding the future of their cloud strategies. The move to the cloud was a digital gold rush that revolutionized how businesses operate, offering benefits such as enhanced scalability, cost efficiency, and the ability to rapidly deploy cloud applications , workloads, and
Home Chef Promo Codes: 50% Off | November 2024
Wired / 27min
Enjoy up to 50% off, free meals, and more with the latest Home Chef coupons this November.
Blue Apron Coupon: 30% Off | November 2024
Wired / 45min
Enjoy up to 30% off your first order and more with the latest Blue Apron coupons this November.
Get Microsoft Office 2021 for Mac — one £19 payment, no headaches
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: We've got an exciting price drop to share — get a lifetime license for Microsoft Office 2021 on Mac for only £19.37 (reg. £177.69) through 10 November — all the productivity without the recurring fees . Your Mac has everything you need, with one exception. It doesn't have a great word processor. Or a viable Excel alternative. Or a tool for creating presentations like PowerPoint. Okay, so,
Kindle Unlimited is free for new members
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: New members can get a two-month subscription to Kindle Unlimited for free. Opens in a new window Credit: Kindle Unlimited Kindle Unlimited (2-Month Subscription) Free at Amazon Have you ever thought about signing up for Kindle Unlimited ? This could be your best opportunity to try it out, because you really don't have anything to lose. New members can get a two-month subscription to Kindle
18 of the best Stanford University courses you can take for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: A wide range of online courses from Stanford University are available to take for free with edX. edX hosts absolutely loads of online courses from famous schools like Stanford University. And better yet, some of the best examples of these courses are available to take for free. We know it sounds too good to be true, but you could become a student of Stanford University without spending any
How to watch Swiatek vs. Pegula in the 2024 WTA Finals online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Swiatek vs. Pegula in the 2024 WTA Finals for free on TVNZ+ . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Swiatek and Pegula both lost their last games in the 2024 WTA Finals , so there's a degree of pressure in their upcoming meeting. We're expecting a close match in Riyadh, and you can watch all the action without spending anything. If you
How to watch Gauff vs. Krejcikova in the 2024 WTA Finals online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Gauff vs. Krejcikova in the 2024 WTA Finals for free on TVNZ+ . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The 2024 WTA Finals rumble on with more games between the world's best players . The next group-stage game sees Gauff take on Krejcikova. Both players won their last games in straight sets, so will be coming into this match with a lot
How to watch Bengals vs. Ravens online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Cincinnati Bengals vs. Baltimore Ravens for free with a 30-day free trial of Prime Video . Thursday Night Football returns with Week 10 action, which kicks off with an AFC North showdown between the Cincinnati Bengals and Baltimore Ravens. The Bengals are 4-5 and the Ravens are 6-3. Both teams are coming off high-scoring wins, with the Bengals defeating the Las Vegas Raiders 41
How to watch Galatasaray vs. Tottenham Hotspur online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Galatasaray vs. Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League for free on Tabii . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . There are some really interesting Europa League fixtures taking place this week, including Galatasaray vs. Tottenham Hotspur. Both sides are unbeaten in this year's competition, with Spurs winning every game they've played.
How to unblock Pornhub for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Access Pornhub from anywhere in the world with a VPN. The best service for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN . The sad reality for fans of Pornhub is that the site is now blocked in Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, Texas, Utah, Virginia, and Utah. That's a long list, and Florida could join at any moment. The popular site has been blocking a lot
Truecaller founders step down as spam-blocker regains momentum
TechCrunch / 2h
The co-founders of Swedish caller identification app Truecaller are stepping back from day-to-day operations, marking the end of an era for one of Sweden’s most successful consumer technology companies as it pushes toward a goal of 1 billion users. Alan Mamedi and Nami Zarringhalam, pictured above, who co-founded Truecaller in 2009, will hand over control […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserve
Nikon reveals the Z50 II – a modest update of its hobbyist mirrorless camera with an identity crisis
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Nikon has updated its four-year-old Z50 with the Z50 II. The mini-DSLR-style successor comes with the same 20.9MP APS-C sensor, but packs Nikon's latest Expeed 7 processor, which delivers a raft of performance-based improvements. Nikon says the Z50 II has the same subject detection autofocus options as its professional Z8 and Z9 mirrorless cameras, with nine subject types to choose from, 3D track
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 7
Mashable / 3h
Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , 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 th
NYT Strands hints, answers for November 7
Mashable / 3h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of
Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for November 6 (#514)
How-To Geek / 3h
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.
Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 7
Mashable / 4h
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 November 7's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjon
Kia shows off new off-road EV concepts and they look like the perfect apocalypse escape rides
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
EV9 ADVNTR and PV 5WKNDR Concept go big on off-road thrills They are designed to showcase the flexibility of Kia's EV platforms One-of-a-kind vehicles not for production... yet The annual Specialty Equipment Market Association show - or SEMA for short - brings together the great and the good of the vehicle aftermarket world, often acting as a springboard for wild and outlandish custom and concept
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 7
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
Why I Still Buy Hard Drives for My Windows PC
How-To Geek / 5h
Why do I still buy hard drives for my Windows PC? Well, for starters, the price per TB is way lower when you're looking for mass storage. This and a few other reasons are why I still think that your PC should have an old-fashioned, traditional platter hard drive.
Australia looks to ban social media for kids under age 16
20TechCrunch / 7h
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Wednesday announced plans in the country to ban social media for children under 16, saying that “social media is doing harm to our kids, and I’m calling time on it.” The proposed legislation will enter parliament this year, taking effect a year after lawmakers ratify it, said Albanese, adding […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal us
Canada orders TikTok to shut down its business operations in the country due to 'national security risks'
Engadget / 7h
Canada has ordered TikTok to shut down its operations in the country, citing unspecified “national security risks” posed by the company and its parent ByteDance. With the move, TikTok will be forced to “wind up” all business in the country, though the Canadian government stopped short of banning the app. “The government is taking action to address the specific national security risks related to B
Australia plans social media ban for under-16s
1KBBC News / 7h
The government says it wants to mitigate the "harm" social media is inflicting on children.
A Beginner's Guide to Choosing the Perfect Pair of Running Shoes
LifeHacker / 7h
When you first start running , you can wear any shoes that are comfortable. But pretty soon you'll probably want to get yourself a pair of "real" running shoes, and that's when you'll find yourself staring at a wall of shoes, wondering why the heck there are so many different ones, and how some can be worth $300 while others are under $100. Here, I'll give you a guide to the different types of ru
Quordle today – hints and answers for Thursday, November 7 (game #1018)
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 Connections today — hints and answers for Thursday, November 7 (game #515)
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.
NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Thursday, November 7 (game #249)
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
‘Prediction markets’ set to pay out $450M to election bettors
TechCrunch / 7h
Following Donald Trump’s election victory, thousands of bettors anticipate a potential $450 million payout from online betting sites, says Reuters. As Trump’s odds surged on so-called prediction markets near the end of the race, platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket gained attention for diverging sharply from traditional polls, which suggested a much closer race. Talking with […] © 2024 TechCrunch
Trump’s win is a tragic loss for climate progress
MIT Technology Review / 7h
Donald Trump’s decisive victory is a stunning setback for climate change. The Republican president-elect’s return to the White House means the US is going to squander precious momentum, unraveling hard-won policy progress that was just beginning to pay off, all for the second time in less than a decade. It comes at a moment when the world can’t afford to waste time, with nations far off track fro
Sega apparently has a new Virtua Fighter game in the works
Engadget / 7h
Virtua Fighter may soon be punching its way back into the public eye. Justin Scarpone, Sega's global head of transmedia, casually dropped the news about a new game in the franchise during an interview with VGC . "We have a suite of titles in development right now that fall into that legacy bucket, which we announced last year at The Game Awards," he said. " Crazy Taxi , Jet Set Radio , Streets of
News Outlets Are Falsely Reporting That a NASA Astronaut Is Still in the Hospital
Futurism / 8h
Despite ample reporting to the contrary , multiple news outlets are still running misleading new articles claiming that a NASA astronaut is still in the hospital after returning from the International Space Station on a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule. If you take it from headlines seen in the Daily Mail , Salt Lake City's KSL-TV , or the random Argentinian news site El Diario 24 , the unnamed ISS cre
Nearly three years since launch, Webb is a hit among astronomers
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
From its halo-like orbit nearly a million miles from Earth, the James Webb Space Telescope is seeing farther than human eyes have ever seen. In May, astronomers announced that Webb detected the most distant galaxy found so far, a fuzzy blob of red light that we see as it existed just 290 million years after the Big Bang. Light from this galaxy, several hundreds of millions of times the mass of th
For fame or a death wish? Kids’ TikTok challenge injuries stump psychiatrists
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Kids and teens can make some pretty hairbrained choices sometimes. But when a kid's choice is to engage in a TikTok challenge that threatens their life, psychiatrists can struggle to understand if it was just an exasperating poor choice born out of impulsivity and immaturity or something darker—an actual suicide attempt. In a Viewpoint published today in JAMA Psychiatry , two psychiatrists from t
After Trump Took the Lead, Election Deniers Went Suddenly Silent
1KNYT > Technology / 8h
Trump supporters spent years fomenting concern about election integrity. On Tuesday, they set it all aside.
The Nintendo Switch 2 Is Officially Backwards Compatible
LifeHacker / 8h
Did you all catch the big news last night? Apparently, a defining part of the 20-teens is returning for a second reign. That’s right: The Nintendo Switch 2 will officially be backwards compatible. Yes, on a night when many Americans (and probably a good number of people worldwide) were glued to social media to see how a different red-and-blue tinged story would turn out, Nintendo president Shunta
Apple reportedly facing massive EU fine over alleged monopoly tactic
Mashable / 8h
It looks like Apple is about to make history – as the first company to receive a fine under the EU's Digital Markets Act (DMA). According to a new report from Bloomberg , the European Commission is planning to slap Apple with a fine of as much as 10 percent of the company's global annual sales. SEE ALSO: Gaming emulators are now on the App Store after Apple relaxed the rules The EU would levy the
Roblox details two new safety policies for protecting children
Engadget / 8h
Roblox is implementing new safety policies intended to better protect the platform's young users. We learned last month that changes were in the works for the game, and a post on the Roblox developer forum today detailed more about those rules. The big takeaway is that a greater section of Roblox content will not be available to players under age 13. The first part of the new Roblox policy is tha
Even Microsoft Notepad is getting infused with AI
Engadget / 9h
A new AI feature is coming to Microsoft’s Notepad called Rewrite. The Verge reports that Microsoft is rolling out a preview of Rewrite to Windows Insiders that will allow AI to rewrite sentences, change the tone and alter the length of text in Notepad. Windows Insiders can access Rewrite by highlighting text in a Notepad window and right-clicking it in the menu or pushing the keyboard shortcut Ct
SpaceX to launch Starship for the sixth time this month
20TechCrunch / 9h
SpaceX will conduct the sixth flight test of Starship, the largest rocket ever built, as soon as November 18, following the smooth success of the previous mission less than a month ago. The high flight cadence is thanks, in part, to that success, which included the first-ever return of the Super Heavy booster to the […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Election Denial Conspiracy Theories Are Exploding on X. This Time They’re Coming From the Left
31Wired / 9h
Conspiracy theories about missing votes—which are not, in fact, missing—and something being “not right” are being spread widely on X in the wake of Donald Trump’s election victory.
Trump Planning to Unleash Artificial Intelligence by Repealing Restrictions
23Futurism / 9h
Donald Trump is now set to be the next president of the United States, blowing the future of AI regulation in this country wide open. That's because Trump has promised to repeal the existing AI regulations implemented by outgoing President Joe Biden , which were arguably light to begin with. If Trump makes good on his promise, unchecked AI development may well be the order of the day. "We will re
Desperate Microsoft Will Pay $1,000,000 to Someone Who Actually Uses Bing
66Futurism / 9h
Make a Killing To Bing users out there — don't all jump up at once — Microsoft is offering the chance to win $1,000,000. Such is the tech giant's desperate attempt to shake up its search engine's role as an extremely distant second fiddle to Google. There's not only a main prize of a million bucks up for grabs, but also $10,000 for another ten winners. The competition started last month and — luc
Trump Won. What Will Happen to Electric Vehicles?
Wired / 9h
Thanks to Elon Musk’s influence, the president-elect has waffled on the future of America’s electric transition.
Plan your ski trip using points and miles: How to book flights, hotels, lift tickets and more
The Points Guy / 9h
The 2024-2025 ski season is almost upon us. Big-name U.S. resorts like the ones in Vail, Colorado; Park City, Utah; and around Lake Tahoe on the California-Nevada border are slated to open in mid-November, and Colorado’s Wolf Creek Ski Area is already open thanks to an October snowstorm. That means now is a great time to start planning (and budgeting for) a winter getaway. Even a budget-conscious
iRobot lays off another 105 employees
TechCrunch / 9h
Roomba maker iRobot is laying off 105 employees — about 16% of the company’s workforce, per an SEC filing — saying the cuts are part of an “operational restructuring plan.” The move comes after iRobot slashed roughly 350 jobs — about 31% of its workforce — earlier this year. Those cuts were made after plans […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Fate of Google’s search empire could rest in Trump’s hands
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
A few weeks before the US presidential election, Donald Trump suggested that a breakup of Google's search business may not be an appropriate remedy to destroy the tech giant's search monopoly . "Right now, China is afraid of Google," Trump said at a Chicago event . If that threat were dismantled, Trump suggested, China could become a greater threat to the US, because the US needs to have "great c
Trump plans to dismantle Biden AI safeguards after victory
37Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Early Wednesday morning, Donald Trump became the presumptive winner of the 2024 US presidential election, setting the stage for dramatic changes to federal AI policy when he takes office early next year. Among them, Trump has stated he plans to dismantle President Biden's AI Executive Order from October 2023 immediately upon taking office. Biden's order established wide-ranging oversight of AI de
The Ars redesign is out. Experience its ad-free glory for just $25/year.
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Whew—the big event is finally behind us. I'm talking, of course, about the Ars Technica version 9 redesign , which we rolled out last month in response to your survey feedback and which we have iterated on extensively in the weeks since. The site is now fully responsive and optimized for mobile browsing, with a sleek new look and great user options. In response to your comments, our tireless tech
Here’s What We Know A Trump Administration Will Mean For Travel
View from the Wing / 9h
Despite significant experience in the airline industry, and a first term experience on which to draw, I’m not sure we can confidently say how a Trump administration will play out in all areas of travel. That’s because Trump largely staffed his first administration with mainstream Republicans. He nominated former Labor Secretary Elaine Chao as Transportation Secretary. This time may be different.
The PS5 Pro Can Now Give Your PS4 Games a Visual Boost
LifeHacker / 9h
The PS5 Pro is an interesting console refresh: It has no exclusive games, comes without a disc drive or stand, and costs $699. Really, other than a slightly adjusted design and quieter fans, it's all about the graphics upgrades. And, as it happens, it looks like those upgrades extend not just to PS5 games, but PS4 titles as well. To be clear, the PS5 Pro doesn't automatically boost the quality of
Elon Musk Helped Elect Trump. What Does He Expect in Return?
1KNYT > Technology / 9h
The world’s richest man gave his money and time in campaigning for the president-elect and now is putting in his requests for a friendlier regulatory environment.
Sixth SpaceX Starship Flight November 18, 2024
Next Big Future / 9h
The sixth flight test of SpaceX Starship is targeted to launch as early as Monday, November 18. There should be far fewer delays from the FAA. The FAA will be more efficient and motivated. The sixth flight already had approval as the fifth flight had no problems that required investigation. Starship’s fifth flight test was ... Read more
Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour On Prediction Markets’ Big Night: ‘We Even Overtook Pornhub’
Wired / 9h
Prediction markets like Kalshi beat pollsters in forecasting the 2024 US election. Mansour now says financial marketplaces are the future of political prognostication.
OpenAI bought the web domain Chat.com
Engadget / 10h
OpenAI has scooped up a domain name that sounds like a logical fit. TechCrunch reports that Chat.com, which was previously bought for over $15 million, is now in the hands of the ChatGPT maker . According to the domain history website who.is, Chat.com was first registered way back in September 1996. Before OpenAI’s acquisition, it last changed hands in 2023, when HubSpot co-founder and CTO Dharme
Apple iOS 18.2 public beta arrives with new AI features, but some remain waitlisted
20TechCrunch / 10h
Apple has released the AI-powered version of its latest mobile operating system, iOS 18.2, to its public beta users. The update includes new features like an AI emoji generator app called Genmoji, an Image Playground AI image app, ChatGPT integration with Siri, and visual search using the iPhone 16 cameras, among other things. Previously, these […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For pers
Rideshare drivers in Massachusetts can unionize without being full-time employees
Engadget / 10h
Massachusetts has passed a statewide ballot initiative that gives rideshare drivers the opportunity to unionize while remaining independent contractors. The initiative was brought forward by the Service Employees International Union and the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers. It passed with a narrow margin of about 54 percent of the vote. The measure will allow the stat
As Trump Takes a Victory Lap, the Crypto Faithful Kiss the Ring
Wired / 10h
The crypto industry is celebrating the return of Donald Trump to the White House in anticipation of an easier ride under his regime.
These Robot Vacuums Are Cheaper Than They Were on Prime Day
LifeHacker / 10h
My stand on Roombas is not a secret: iRobots are overpriced products that have been running on their brand name for too long. They've been complacent for many years, with other brands innovating fast and bringing cheaper products to the market. Two of those brands are Yeedi and Roborock, which have been making impressive machines over the years. Right now, three of these robot vacuums are hitting
iOS 18.2 Lets You Add Volume Controls to Your iPhone's Lock Screen
LifeHacker / 10h
You might have noticed that your iPhone shows a useful playback controls widget on the lock screen whenever you're listening to audio. It's multipurpose, too, since you'll see it whether you're listening to music, audiobooks, podcasts, or even videos. I've always used this widget to play, pause, skip ahead or skip back, but one thing has always been missing—volume control. Sure, you can use the v
Donald Trump's Win Cements a New Era for Campaigning Online
Wired / 10h
On the ground, the Trump campaign was at a disadvantage to Kamala Harris’s massive canvassing operations. But many misunderstood the power—and purpose—of influencer marketing campaigns.
The 2TB Seagate Storage Expansion Card Cuts Price by Nearly 50% for Xbox Users Ahead of Early Black Friday
Gizmodo / 10h
Save $160 on a 2TB storage expansion card for your Xbox Series X or Series S so you can play more games.
Big Tech Is Going to Take Ass-Kissing to New Heights
41Gizmodo / 10h
Donald Trump's victory was a bat-signal for Silicon Valley oligarchs.
xAI’s Colossus supercomputer cluster uses 100,000 Nvidia Hopper GPUs — and it was all made possible using Nvidia’s Spectrum-X Ethernet networking platform
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Nvidia and xAI collaborate on Colossus development xAI has markedly cut down 'flow collisions' during AI model training Spectrum-X has been crucial in training the Grok AI model family Nvidia has shed light on how xAI’s ‘Colossus’ supercomputer cluster can keep a handle on 100,000 Hopper GPUs - and it’s all down to using the chipmaker's Spectrum-X Ethernet networking platform. Spectrum-X, the com
ChatGPT o1 model briefly escapes preview mode
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
OpenAI accidentally released the full ChatGPT o1 model to the AI chatbot platform a few days ago. The leak only lasted a few hours, but that was plenty of time to show that the model will be even more formidable than the genius riddle solver preview version introduced to the platform in September. ChatGPT o1's advances from the current standard ChatGPT-4o model are undeniable, even as a preview.
Crypto Bros’ Big Election Bet Paid Off
Gizmodo / 10h
Web3 goons spent big this election season. The money has bought them new political influence and paved a way for their industry's future.
Sony PlayStation 5 Pro Review: More Power, More Immersion, More Money
Wired / 11h
This updated Sony console delivers better graphics but at a perhaps unreasonably high cost.
Future Apple Watches Could Have Sensors Embedded in the Bands
39Gizmodo / 11h
These sensors would be able to track things like blood pressure, and respiration rate measurements.
How Much of the New Lord of the Rings Movie Comes From Tolkien?
44Gizmodo / 11h
War of the Rohirrim 's adaptation comes right out of Lord of the Rings ' appendices—albeit with significant additions.
The do’s and don’ts on how to maximize your holiday purchases
The Points Guy / 11h
As we quickly approach the holiday season, you may already be in the process of finding the perfect gifts for your loved ones. However, if you are a travel rewards enthusiast, there is an important decision you need to make regarding these purchases. You must determine whether it’s best to pay for gifts directly or with your points and miles, thus keeping money in your pocket. Both approaches hav
Google accidentally leaked a preview of its Jarvis AI that can take over computers
Engadget / 11h
Jarvis is real. Google’s new AI prototype accidentally found its way to the public through the Chrome Web Store. This isn’t just some AI helper that can tell you the weather or remind you about doctor appointments. The Information reported that the store page describes the Jarvis prototype as “a helpful companion that surfs the web for you” through web browsers to take care of common tasks such a
The Chinese Military Is Weaponizing Facebook's Open Source AI
47Futurism / 11h
Yoinked Here's an unintended consequence for you: Reuters reports that Facebook owner Meta's open source Llama model is already being used by the Chinese military. According to the report, the military-focused AI tool dubbed "ChatBIT" is being developed to gather intelligence and provide information for operational decision-making, as laid out in an academic paper obtained by Reuters . Unsurprisi
Elon Musk's Mother Attacks Reporter for Being Vietnamese
91Futurism / 11h
Book Knowledge In a since-deleted post, Elon Musk's mother made a disgusting reference to a reporter's ethnicity. Seemingly apropos to nothing, the billionaire's mother claimed in a quote tweet that she'd heard rumors about New York Times reporter and Musk biographer Ryan Mac imminently dropping an "Elon hit piece" — and then pointedly spotlighted that the journalist is of Vietnamese heritage. "S
This MagSafe Anker Power Bank Hits All-Time Lowest Price, Even Better Than During Prime Day
Gizmodo / 11h
Save 33% on the Anker MagGo Power Bank at Amazon, which also doubles as a phone stand.
The Weather Is Coming to Your Macs Status Bar
How-To Geek / 11h
A small, much appreciated tweak in Apple's macOS Sequoia 15.2 operating system brings the weather forecast right to the menu bar of your Mac.
Dangerous Android banking malware looks to trick victims with fake money transfers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
ToxicPanda can initiate money transfers and even grab MFA codes The banking trojan is targeting consumers in Europe and Latin America More than 1,500 devices already compromised A Chinese hacker is targeting Android devices in Europe and Latin America with a banking trojan able to steal money from victim’s accounts. A new report from cybersecurity researchers Cleafy says the trojan, ToxicPanda, i
Space Force’s Nuclear Protection Wing Has a Robot Dog Named Chappie
100+Gizmodo / 11h
Yes, it’s named after the 2015 sci-fi movie.
The next Starship launch may occur in less than two weeks
100+Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Less than a month has passed since the historic fifth flight of SpaceX's Starship, during which the company caught the booster with mechanical arms back at the launch pad in Texas. Now, another test flight could come as soon as Nov. 18, the company announced Wednesday. The improbable but successful recovery of the Starship first stage with "chopsticks" last month, and the on-target splashdown of
Corning faces antitrust actions for its Gorilla Glass dominance
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
The European Commission (EC) has opened an antitrust investigation into US-based glass-maker Corning, claiming that its Gorilla Glass has dominated the mobile phone screen market due to restrictive deals and licensing. Corning's shatter-resistant alkali-aluminosilicate glass keeps its place atop the market, according to the EC's announcement , because it both demands, and rewards with rebates, de
Trump’s 60% tariffs could push China to hobble tech industry growth
62Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Now that the US presidential election has been called for Donald Trump, the sweeping tariffs regime that Trump promised on the campaign trail seems imminent. For the tech industry, already burdened by the impact of tariffs on their supply chains, it has likely become a matter of "when" not "if" companies will start spiking prices on popular tech . During Trump's last administration, he sparked a
Best Buy is already going hard with QLED TV deals ahead of Black Friday
Mashable / 11h
A quick look at the best early Black Friday TV deals Best 55-inch deal Hisense 55-inch QD5 QLED TV $249.99 at Best Buy (save $150) Best 65-inch TV deal TCL 65-inch QM7 QLED 4K TV $699.99 at Amazon (save $400) Best 75-inch TV deal LG 75-inch 85 Series QNED TV $999.99 at Best Buy (save $500) As one of the OG items being stampeded after in those old Black Friday clips you're picturing right now, we'
'Mario & Luigi: Brothership' review: Good combat and great visuals aren't enough
Mashable / 11h
If you just watched someone play Mario & Luigi: Brothership for an hour or so, you might come away thinking it’s one of the best Switch games and/or RPGs of the year. Unfortunately, the game is much longer than an hour. Brothership , the latest in the long-running brotherly RPG series starring Nintendo’s mascot and his idiot brother, has most of the component parts you need for an enjoyable adven
Interstellar Generation Ship Propulsion Technology by 2050
Next Big Future / 11h
There have been some laboratory experiments and theoretical work done to validate aspects of the plasma magnet propulsion concept. The Plasma Magnet is a wind drag device invented almost twenty years ago by Dr. John Slough from the University of Washington. A rocket that uses a propellant to create momentum. A plasma magnet (newer / ... Read more
Gemini will yada yada your Google Chat into a neat summary
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Step away from your computer or phone for a few minutes, and you might return to an avalanche of notifications about new messages. If you're using Google Chat, you won't have to comb through them all to find out what you missed anymore, thanks to Google's Gemini AI assistant. You can pull up Gemini from the Google Chat sidebar and ask the AI to summarize the conversation and dig into the most imp
The FTC comes after neobank Dave for misleading marketing, hidden fees
27TechCrunch / 11h
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced on Tuesday that it will be taking action against the online cash app and neobank Dave, which it says used “misleading marketing to deceive consumers.” At issue is how Dave marketed $500 cash advances to consumers that it rarely offered, and the “Express Fee” it charged if customers wanted […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use onl
This App Automatically Hides Faces and Obscures Metadata From Photos
LifeHacker / 11h
Between facial recognition technology and your phone's habit of embedding metadata (including geolocation data) in every picture you take, sharing photos can feel like forfeiting any chance at privacy. Sometimes you want to share a photo with the public web but don't want to share the location in which it was taken, or any faces—if there's a child in the photo, say, or if you didn't get a chance
The other election night winner: Perplexity
TechCrunch / 11h
On Tuesday, two AI startups tried convincing the world their AI chatbots were good enough to be an accurate, real-time source of information during a high-stakes presidential election: xAI and Perplexity. Elon Musk’s Grok failed almost instantly, offering wrong answers about races’ outcomes before the polls had even closed. On the other hand, Perplexity offered […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights r
Windows on ARM Is Getting Better x86 Emulation
How-To Geek / 11h
Microsoft has released Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 27744 to the Canary Channel. This build introduces a new feature update to Prism, which will let more 64-bit x86 applications run under emulation.
Amazon Offers LG C4 Series OLED TV at Record Low Price for Pre-Black Friday, Cheaper Than MacBook Pro
Gizmodo / 11h
Save nearly 50% off on the 65-inch LG OLED evo C4 Series Smart TV in this Amazon limited time deal.
Windows Paint Is Adding Image Generation & Generative Fill
How-To Geek / 12h
Microsoft has started rolling out updates to its Paint and Notepad applications to Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels on Windows 11. These updates bring in a host of features normally seen in services like Pixlr and Photoshop.
10 Fantasy Movies to Help You Escape Reality Right Now
86Gizmodo / 12h
Stream your way to faraway lands and magical characters if you need a break from the world for a couple hours.
The best Apple Watch deals ahead of Black Friday: New models are already on sale
Mashable / 12h
The best Apple Watch deals ahead of Black Friday Best Series 10 deal Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS) $354.28 at Amazon (Save $44.72) Best Series 9 deal Apple Watch Series 9 (45mm, GPS) $329 at Amazon (Save $100) Best Ultra deal Apple Watch Ultra 2 (49mm, GPS + cellular) $721.89 at Amazon (Save $77.11) Black Friday season is officially upon us, meaning if you want to avoid the chaos of the actua
Spirit Airlines Experience Gets Wilder: Raccoon Crashes From Ceiling At New York LaGuardia Airport [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 12h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...
Introduction: Two Times To Latin America
One Mile at a Time / 12h
Welcome to my next trip report series, covering the recent review trip that I took to Latin America. Actually, it was two trips to Latin America, sort of, but I’ll write it all as a single review series. So often I fly to distant places to review some of the world’s best airline products, though there’s also value in reviewing experiences closer to home. Living in Miami, there’s no shortage of op
States’ Abortion Rights Wins May Be Short-Lived Under a Second Trump Term
31Wired / 12h
More than two years after a historic Supreme Court decision ended the national right to an abortion, some states are fighting back—but the future of abortion rights remains in doubt.
Early Black Friday deal takes $1,300 off the LG C4 OLED
Engadget / 12h
Amazon has a deal on one of LG’s premium OLED TVs ahead of Black Friday. The 65-inch LG OLED evo C4 , which only arrived earlier this year, typically costs $2,700. Today, you can get it for an all-time low of $1,394. That’s even lower than its October Prime Day sale price. Although the C4 skips out on some bells and whistles of the ultra-premium LG G4 flagship TV, that model starts at $2,600 and
What Trump’s Re-Election Means for Our Warming Planet
43Gizmodo / 12h
With control of the White House and the Senate, Republicans are poised to upend U.S. climate policy.
OpenAI acquired Chat.com
TechCrunch / 12h
OpenAI bought Chat.com, adding to its collection of high-profile domain names. As of this morning, Chat.com now redirects to OpenAI’s AI-powered chatbot, ChatGPT. An OpenAI spokesperson confirmed the acquisition via email. Chat.com is one of the older domains on the web, having been registered in September 1996. Last year, it was reported that HubSpot co-founder […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights
An influencer was disqualified from the NYC Marathon for bringing a filming crew onto the course
Mashable / 12h
Influencers run marathons. Or maybe marathon runners become influencers? It's a chicken and the egg kind of question, but it's a scenario that has been a constant since the dawn of running culture online — especially on TikTok — and one that has only picked up since the pandemic. This is normally not a problem — in fact it's a benefit. Marathons have gotten more popular, in part, because of influ
Here’s What the Reviewers Are Saying About the PlayStation 5 Pro
Gizmodo / 12h
Reviewers say the PlayStation Pro is an upgrade in performance over the older PS5, but you'll need an expensive setup to make the most of it.
A Real (A)Advantage: Earn Extra Loyalty Points And 75,000 Miles With Citi’s Business Card
View from the Wing / 12h
My wife was approved for this card. Her small business is… very small. But the interesting thing, beyond that they’d approve her, is what happens to the points. Continue reading ...
Your air fryer might be spying on you, new report warns – and smart TVs are even hungrier for our data
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Some air fryers are harvesting your personal data, according to new report Smart TVs and smartwatches are also particularly thirsty for our data Manufacturers say there are legitimate reasons for the requests The best air fryers might be genuinely life-changing pieces of kit , but some hide a snooping dark side that could see them invade your privacy in several alarming ways, according to a new r
Spacious suites and beachfront views: A review of Zachari Dunes on Mandalay Beach, Curio Collection by Hilton
The Points Guy / 12h
[circuit type=review circuit_id=”20420185766″] Beach hotels in California aren’t exactly novel. But it’s harder than you might think to find a resort located right on the sand. However, a bit north of Los Angeles , in the laid-back surfer town of Oxnard, the only thing between Zach a ri Dunes on Mandalay Beach and the Pacific is a gorgeous stretch of beach. EMILY HOCHBERG/FOR THE POINTS GUY What’
Your Sushi Isn’t What It Seems: New Study Exposes Rampant Salmon Fraud
Gizmodo / 12h
Researchers in Seattle discovered that salmon products are still frequently mislabeled in grocery stores and sushi restaurants, despite a law passed over a decade ago aimed at reducing such fraud.
Competition to Design Human Crewed Interstellar Spaceships
Next Big Future / 12h
Project Hyperion explores the feasibility of crewed interstellar travel via generation ships, using current and near-future technologies. A generation ship is a hypothetical spacecraft designed for long-duration interstellar travel, where the journey may take centuries to complete. The idea behind a generation ship is that the initial crew would live, reproduce, and die on the ... Read more
What Trump’s win might mean for Elon Musk
100+TechCrunch / 12h
Elon Musk — the billionaire CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and xAI, and the owner of The Boring Company, Neuralink, and X — took a sharp swing to the right this election to support President-elect Donald Trump, using his vast wealth, influence, and megaphone on X to influence the outcome of the election. Musk’s support came […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Best Emirates A380 Business Class Seats: My Picks
24One Mile at a Time / 12h
I recently shared my experience flying Emirates’ Airbus A380 business class . Emirates is known for its Airbus A380s, and the airline has a massive fleet of these, comprised of over 100 jets. Given just how many people fly Emirates’
