DOGE gearing up for hackathon at IRS, wants easier access to taxpayer data
2KArs Technica - All content / 17h
Elon Musk’s so-called Department of Government Efficiency ( DOGE ) has plans to stage a “hackathon” next week in Washington, DC. The goal is to create a single “mega API”—a bridge that lets software systems talk to one another—for accessing IRS data, sources tell WIRED. The agency is expected to partner with a third-party vendor to manage certain aspects of the data project. Palantir , a software
Forget Vinyl and CDs, What's MiniDisc Like in 2025?
61How-To Geek / 18h
MiniDisc is one of the most under-appreciated audio formats of all time. It combined the digital benefits of a CD with the mix tape abilities of a cassette in a pocketable package.
Dire Wolves Have Been Brought Back from 10,000 Year Extinction
27Next Big Future / 15h
The dire wolf is no longer extinct. Meet the world’s first de-extinct animals. The science of de-extinction is to analyze the frozen DNA of extinct animals and then genetically engineer a similar animal to have the desired traits of the extinct version. They took Grey wolves and changed DNA so the child wolves would have ... Read more
5 questions for SMBs to reveal hidden security threats
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Headline-making mass outages—think 2024’s CrowdStrike event and 2023’s Google Cloud services disruptions—can bring multinational corporations and small businesses to their knees. But smaller technical events are far more common and can shut down business functions with equally devastating effects. Cybersecurity attacks like Change Healthcare and Snowflake data breaches that impacted millions wrea
Buy Hilton Honors Points With 100% Bonus (0.5 Cents Each)
3KOne Mile at a Time / 1h
Hilton Honors has just launched its newest bonus on purchased points , which is in line with the best offers we see from the program, and could represent a great value for hotel redemptions. Promotion on purchased Hilton Honors points Through Thursday, May 29, 2025, Hilton Honors is offering a bonus on purchased points . Different members may be targeted for different bonuses, so you’ll want to l
Marriott & Uber New User Promo: Earn 1,500 Bonus Points
100+One Mile at a Time / 3h
Marriott and Uber have a partnership, allowing Bonvoy members to earn points when spending with Uber and Uber Eats. If you haven’t yet participated in this collaboration, there’s an incentive to do so right now, and you don’t even have to make a purchase. New members can earn 1,500 bonus Bonvoy points At the moment it’s possible to earn 1,500 Marriott Bonvoy points when you link your Uber app and
The ultimate on-sale photo editing bundle for creatives
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: The Luminar Neo Lifetime Bundle is the perfect gift for photo lovers — $89.99 gets them editing magic for life. The Luminar Neo Lifetime Bundle is on sale for $89.99 for a limited time. With its innovative AI-powered photo-editing tools and plenty of add-ons , it’s everything they need to transform everyday photos into stunning works of art — no complicated learning curve required. Luminar
Hurdle hints and answers for April 8, 2025
Mashable / 3h
If you like playing daily word games like Wordle , then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give
How to watch Bayern Munich vs. Inter Milan online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Live stream Bayern Munich vs. Inter Milan in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . There are so many interesting matchups in the quarter finals of the Champions League , including Bayern Munich vs. Inter Milan. The Bundesliga leaders will be looking to gain an advantage in the first leg at hom
How to watch Arsenal vs. Real Madrid online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Watch Arsenal vs. Real Madrid in the Champions League for free with a 30-day trial of Prime Video . Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Champions League quarter finals are here, with a number of tasty mastups whetting the appetities of fans around the world. At this late stage of the competition, you expect every game to be big, but Arsenal vs. Rea
This silent, fanless mini PC looks like a very refined and expensive Hi-Fi unit, and I'm surprised by how affordable it is
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
Quiet PC’s configurator allows complete customization of the UltraNUC Pro 14 Choose between SSDs or HDDs for tailored storage options and speed Dual-monitor support maximizes productivity with versatile display connectivity options There are a number of silent mini PCs on the market, and the Quiet PC UltraNUC Pro 14 Fanless is the very latest. The device looks to break away from the typical, gene
Tesla Austin Cars Driving Without Humans from Factory
Next Big Future / 3h
New Tesla Model Ys and Cybertrucks are now autonomously driving themselves about 2 miles from the end of the production line at Giga Texas to their designated lanes near the outbound lot with no humans in the cars. Tesla Fremont is making 1,603 cars per day and Austin 925 cars per day yield a total ... Read more
IBM releases a new mainframe built for the age of AI
67TechCrunch / 3h
IBM is releasing the latest version of its mainframe hardware that includes new updates meant to accelerate AI adoption. The hardware and consulting company on Monday announced IBM z17, the latest version of its mainframe computer hardware. This fully encrypted mainframe is powered by an IBM Telum II processor and is designed for more than […]
Google’s AI Mode can explain what you’re seeing even if you can’t
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 4h
Google’s AI Mode now lets users upload images and photos to go with text queries The feature combines Google Gemini and Lens AI Mode can understand entire scenes, not just objects Google is adding a new dimension to its experimental AI Mode by connecting Google Lens's visual abilities with Gemini . AI Mode is a part of Google Search that can break down complex topics, compare options, and suggest
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for April 8, 2025
Mashable / 5h
Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games 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
Wordle today: Answer, hints for April 8, 2025
Mashable / 5h
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 today'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: Mahjong, Su
NYT Strands hints, answers for April 8
Mashable / 5h
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
Fujifilm's New Tiny Camera Is Amazing
How-To Geek / 5h
Fujifilm has been a reknown name in the world of photography for a long while. Its range of Instax tiny cameras aren't the very best in camera performance, but they're really popular for capturing and printing out quick snaps and memories on the go. Now, the company has just announced its latest one, and it looks really cool.
A military satellite waiting to launch with ULA will now fly with SpaceX
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
For the second time in six months, SpaceX will deploy a US military satellite that was sitting in storage, waiting for a slot on United Launch Alliance's launch schedule. Space Systems Command, which oversees the military's launch program, announced Monday that it is reassigning the launch of a Global Positioning System satellite from ULA's Vulcan rocket to SpaceX's Falcon 9. This satellite, desi
This Is How Hard It Is to Find a Labubu
36Gizmodo / 7h
Pop Mart and Kasing Lung's The Monsters series of keychain creatures is becoming the collectible market's hottest toy.
How Trump’s TikTok Negotiations Were Upended by China and Tariffs
NYT > Technology / 8h
The future of the popular video app is now at the center of a geopolitical tussle between Washington and Beijing.
Framework “temporarily pausing” some laptop sales because of new tariffs
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Framework, the designers and sellers of the modular and repairable Framework Laptop 13 and other products, announced today that it would be " temporarily pausing US sales " on some of its laptop configurations as a result of new tariffs put on Taiwanese imports by the Trump administration. The affected models will be removed from Framework's online store for now, and there's no word on when buyer
A revolution is underway in India's trainer industry
38BBC News / 8h
India wants to boost the domestic trainer industry but will small domestic makers suffer?
Chase 100K Sapphire Bonus: What to Know Before You Apply
View from the Wing / 8h
Here’s what you need to know applying for the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card now that it has one of the best card bonuses: 100,000 points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. Continue reading ...
Waymo has 'no plans' to sell ads to riders based on camera data
Engadget / 8h
Rumors circulated today that robotaxi company Waymo might use data from vehicles' interior cameras to train AI and sell targeted ads to riders. However, the company has tried to quell concerns, insisting that it won't be targeting ads to passengers. The situation arose after researcher and engineer Jane Manchun Wong discovered an unreleased version of Waymo's privacy policy that suggested the rob
United Airlines MileagePlus: Guide to earning and redeeming miles, elite status and more
The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with the latest information. United’s MileagePlus program has made some recent changes, such as devaluing first-class partner redemptions in 2024 and overhauling its cobranded credit cards earlier this year. However, since United miles never expire , PlusPoints and miles can be used to confirm long-haul Polaris upgrades and MileagePlus no
Apple planning massive redesign for iPhone 19 Pro, reports say
Mashable / 9h
Although the iPhone's 20th anniversary is still a few years away, Apple is already planning a "bold" design change. According to Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman, Apple is "preparing a major shake-up" for the iPhone 19 series, slated for release in 2027. That includes a foldable iPhone and an iPhone 19 Pro "that makes more extensive use of glass." SEE ALSO: Apple's iPhone may be the new Signalgate scapeg
As Measles Crisis Deepens, RFK Jr. Is Suddenly a Huge Fan of Vaccines
300+Futurism / 9h
A second child has died as a result of a measles outbreak in West Texas, bringing the total number of people who have succumbed to the highly contagious disease to three . It's both a dire and preventable situation, given the existence of highly effective and widely available vaccines. And the tremendous wealth of scientific evidence supporting them appears to have finally dawned on the Departmen
Framework pauses some US laptop sales due to tariffs
Engadget / 9h
Consumer electronics brand Framework announced today on X that it will temporarily suspend US sales of select laptop models as a result of the global tariffs enacted for the country last week. The company said it will remove the Ultra 5 125H and Ryzen 5 7640U versions of its Laptop 13 systems from its website. At the time of publish, that Ultra 5 Intel model is not listed, but the Ryzen 5 one wit
Google is allegedly paying some AI staff to do nothing for a year rather than join rivals
100+TechCrunch / 9h
Retaining top AI talent is tough amid cutthroat competition between Google, OpenAI, and other heavyweights. Google’s AI division, DeepMind, has resorted to using “aggressive” noncompete agreements for some AI staff in the U.K. that bar them from working for competitors for up to a year, Business Insider reports. Some are paid during this time, in […]
Online Bluray-Quality Video is Possible, But How Does It Work?
How-To Geek / 9h
The gulf in quality between a Blu-ray disc and even the best mainstream streaming services is vast. It's not just something video nerds notice! Which is why I always advocate buying your favorite shows and movies on disc, but for most people, convenience seems to trump all.
Nintendo explains why Switch 2 hardware and software cost so much
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Among the many surprises during last week's wider unveiling of the Nintendo Switch 2 was the pricing: $450 for the console itself and $70 to $80 for many first-party games . Now, in a set of interviews posted today (but conducted during last week's unveiling event), Nintendo executives are explaining and defending those prices, even as Trump's tariffs are apparently forcing the company to pause a
FreeDOS 1.4 brings new fixes and features to modern and vintage DOS-based PCs
23Ars Technica - All content / 9h
We're used to updating Windows, macOS, and Linux systems at least once a month (and usually more), but people with ancient DOS-based PCs still get to join in the fun every once in a while. Over the weekend, the team that maintains FreeDOS officially released version 1.4 of the operating system, containing a list of fixes and updates that have been in the works since the last time a stable update
Google Says Employees Can Discuss Antitrust Case
NYT > Technology / 10h
The Silicon Valley giant had ordered employees to stay silent on the landmark case before reaching a settlement with a workers’ union over the issue.
30 Years Ago Today, Gundam Wing Was Ready to Change Everything
77Gizmodo / 10h
Gundam 's second alt-universe series changed what the franchise was capable of doing beyond the expansion of its primary timeline–and in doing so, prepared the world to be introduced to its robot revolution.
You Can Get This Waterproof, Portable Skullcandy Speaker on Sale for $35 Right Now
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you’ve ever tried dragging a too-large speaker—or worse, relied on your phone’s tiny audio for sound projection—you should appreciate this sale on the Skullcandy Terrain Mini: It's palm-sized, no-frills, and currently on sale for $34.99 down from $39.99 on StackSocial ,
Microsoft reportedly fires staff whose protest interrupted its Copilot event
100+TechCrunch / 10h
On Monday, Microsoft reportedly terminated the roles of two software engineers, Ibtihal Aboussad and Vaniya Agrawal, who protested the company’s reported dealings with the Israeli military during Microsoft’s Copilot and 50th anniversary event last week. According to an internal message viewed by CNBC, Microsoft wrote that Aboussad could have raised concerns “confidentially with your manager, […]
The History of RCA Cables (And Why They Have Those Colors)
How-To Geek / 10h
If you've ever set up an old TV, stereo system, or gaming console, you've probably tangled with RCA cables. These colorful connectors—red, white, and yellow—have been around for decades, but have you ever wondered why they look the way they do?
Midjourney V7 gives the AI image-maker power, speed, and correctly shaped hands
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Midjourney has released a new AI model for producing images, Midjourney V7 The model features improved image quality, prompt understanding, and personalization The new Draft Mode generates lower-quality images far faster and cheaper to allow testing Midjourney has a new model to show off to fans of the AI image generator. Midjourney V7 is the company's first new AI image model in nearly a year, a
The White House has reportedly settled on an explanation for how 'Signalgate' happened
Engadget / 10h
After an internal investigation, The White House has come up with a likely explanation for how Jeffrey Goldberg, the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, was included in a Signal chat filled with Trump officials planning to bomb the Houthis. The Guardian reports that the issue came down to National Security Advisor Mike Waltz not understanding how his iPhone works. Apparently, after Goldberg attempte
Elon Musk Rage Quits Gaming Livestream After Repeatedly Dying, Gets Mercilessly Mocked by Viewers
1KFuturism / 10h
Even after turning himself into a laughing stock in the gaming world for blatantly cheating, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk hasn't given up the hobby just yet. During a Saturday livestream of himself playing the free-to-play action RPG Path of Exile 2 (PoE 2) — which allegedly served as an "airborne continuity test" of SpaceX's Starlink on board his private jet — Musk was ruthlessly bullied by other player
Dear Big Tech, Stop Shoving AI Into Operating Systems
How-To Geek / 10h
We're seeing AI creep into all things digital, including our operating systems. Microsoft, Apple, and Google have all introduced their own versions of different AI integrations into their respective systems, and I think they're doing more harm than good.
I Played the AI Version of ‘Quake II,’ and Here's How It Went
Lifehacker / 10h
AI tools are suddenly everywhere, and you've probably tried out using an AI program to generate text and images , or perhaps even audio and video . But AI isn't just coming for media you passively experience: Companies are also using interactive entertainment, including video games. We've seen examples of this over the past year or so. Google's Genie model , for example, aims to generate playable
Amazon says its AI video model can now generate minutes-long clips
25TechCrunch / 10h
Amazon has upgraded its AI video model, Nova Reel, with the ability to generate videos up to two minutes in length. Nova Reel, announced in December 2024, was Amazon’s first foray into the generative video space. It competes with models from OpenAI, Google, and others in what’s fast becoming a crowded market. The latest Nova […]
This Marriott Charges $5 Extra For A Room Key, Won’t Let You Cool The Room Below 73.4, And Refuses To Upgrade You
42View from the Wing / 10h
Marriott’s Courtyard by the Venice airport blocks guests from turning the air conditioning down even to 73 degrees, and charges US$5.47 (5 euros) for a second room key. It’s a deposit that they promise to refund to you when you return the room key at checkout. Continue reading ...
Waymo Considering Using In-Vehicle Cameras to Sell Ads and Train Its AI
33Gizmodo / 10h
Prepare to be under surveillance.
How one tweet wreaked havoc on the stock market
56TechCrunch / 10h
Amid a morning of pandemonium on Wall Street, a popular news aggregator on X, known as Walter Bloomberg, posted a false report declaring that President Trump was considering a 90-day pause on his controversial tariff proposal. This news was not true, and yet, index funds like the Dow Jones whipsawed — rapidly rising, before reversing […]
This ASUS ROG Ultrawide Curved Monitor Is $250 Off Today
How-To Geek / 10h
ASUS gave a huge price cut on its amazing ASUS ROG Swift 39” Ultrawide 800R Curved OLED Gaming Monitor. The monitor is getting a 25% discount, making it much more affordable than other high-end monitors.
The Switch 2’s Annoying Game-Key Cards Are Shareable, Thank Goodness
How-To Geek / 10h
One of the more frustrating parts of the upcoming Switch 2 launch is the use of "game-key cards;" physical cartridges that do not contain full games. Thankfully, Nintendo confirms that these carts will not be locked to your account or console. They're shareable and can be resold.
The Obnoxious “Free TV” Button Is Coming to All Future Google TV Remotes
How-To Geek / 10h
Last year, Walmart launched a new Google TV streamer with a remote that had a big 'ol "Free TV" button smack dab in the middle of it. Google has reportedly confirmed that all future Google TV devices will be required to have this button from now on.
Switch 2 game-key cards won't be tied to your Nintendo account
Engadget / 11h
Players are gearing up for the arrival of the Switch 2 this summer, and we've been piecing together details about how game ownership and sharing will work. The picture is coming together, and in true Nintendo fashion, it's a bit odd. Developers who release projects on the Switch 2 will have the option to sell their work as a " Game-Key card ," which looks like a traditional physical game cartridg
Nikola founder Trevor Milton wants to buy the bankrupt startup’s assets
24TechCrunch / 11h
Nikola founder Trevor Milton, who was recently pardoned after being convicted of securities fraud, is trying to buy the assets of his former company out of bankruptcy, according to new court filings and a person familiar with the matter. Nikola filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in February and has said it hopes to sell […]
Flexport CEO Ryan Petersen’s high-stakes test amid tariff turmoil: ‘You can’t be freaking out’
TechCrunch / 11h
At 11 a.m. in California last Thursday, the day after President Donald Trump declared sweeping new tariffs under what he dubbed “Liberation Day,” Ryan Petersen was live on camera, fielding questions from a virtual room packed with more than 2,300 anxious customers. The founder and CEO of Flexport, a now 12-year-old global logistics and customs […]
Could You React in Time to a Charging Bear? ‘Robobear’ Suggests You’d Be Lunch
24Gizmodo / 11h
Pro tip: don't put your bear spray in your backpack!
Alexander Skarsgård Explains How True Blood Prepared Him for Murderbot
86Gizmodo / 11h
Apple TV+'s sci-fi comedy series based on the book series from Martha Wells debuts May 16.
The Search for Extraterrestrial Life: Where Are We at Today?
How-To Geek / 11h
Humans have been fascinated by the thought of aliens for centuries now, and it’s hard not to wonder—are we alone? The universe is vast, and we haven’t even uncovered 1% of it.
Amex Business Platinum Adobe & Dell Credit Changes Coming
One Mile at a Time / 11h
Some premium American Express cards are known for the credits that they offer with select partners, which makes up a large part of the value proposition of these cards. Along those lines, some changes have just been revealed regarding the credits on The Business Platinum Card® from American Express , and for most people, the updates will be bad news. Amex Business Platinum Card credit changes The
You Can Get a Lifetime Subscription to Matt's Flights on Sale for $80 Right Now
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Most of us aren’t great at hunting down cheap flights—we just hit refresh until the prices stop hurting our feelings. That’s where Matt's Flights Premium Plan comes in. It’s like outsourcing your flight anxiety to someone who actually enjoys digging for mistake fares and li
Meta’s surprise Llama 4 drop exposes the gap between AI ambition and reality
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
On Saturday, Meta released its newest Llama 4 multimodal AI models in a surprise weekend move that caught some AI experts off guard. The announcement touted Llama 4 Scout and Llama 4 Maverick as major advancements, with Meta claiming top performance in their categories and an enormous 10 million token context window for Scout. But so far the open-weights models have received an initial mixed-to-n
De-extinction company announces that the dire wolf is back
100+Ars Technica - All content / 11h
On Monday, biotech company Colossal announced what it views as its first successful de-extinction: the dire wolf. These large predators were lost during the Late Pleistocene extinctions that eliminated many large land mammals from the Americas near the end of the most recent glaciation. Now, in a coordinated PR blitz, the company is claiming that clones of gray wolves with lightly edited genomes
Balatro yet again subject to mods’ poor understanding of “gambling”
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Balatro is certainly habit-forming , but there's nothing to be won or lost, other than time, by playing it. While the game has you using standard playing cards and poker hands as part of its base mechanics, it does not have in-app purchases, loot boxes, or any kind of online play or enticement to gambling, beyond the basics of risk and reward. Yet many YouTube creators have had their Balatro vide
Google’s AI Mode search can now answer questions about images
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Google started cramming AI features into search in 2024, but last month marked an escalation. With the release of AI Mode , Google previewed a future in which searching the web does not return a list of 10 blue links. Google says it's getting positive feedback on AI Mode from users, so it's forging ahead by adding multimodal functionality to its robotic results. AI Mode relies on a custom version
Trump gives China one day to end retaliations or face extra 50% tariffs
100+Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Tech companies' worst nightmare ahead of Donald Trump's election has already come true, as the US and China are now fully engaged in a tit-for-tat trade war, where China claims it expects to be better positioned to withstand US blows long-term. Trump has claimed that Americans must take their "medicine," bearing any pains from tariffs while waiting for supposed long-term gains from potentially pr
New Delta Sky Club® Atlanta Opens: Eighth Time’s The Charm!
28One Mile at a Time / 11h
Delta Air Lines has been investing a lot in its lounge network lately, including expanding the network of Delta Sky Club® locations, plus opening Delta One Lounges . The airline is now opening its newest Sky Club , and it’s long overdue, if you ask me, despite being the eighth one at the airport. Basics of the new Delta Sky Club® Atlanta Airport As of April 8, 2025, a new Delta Sky Club® is openi
Cory Booker Releases Oura Ring Data From His 25-Hour Speech
Futurism / 11h
Cory Booker, the senior Democratic senator from New Jersey, stood on the Senate floor for over 25 hours last week as he delivered what proved to be the longest speech in the chamber's history — breaking the previous record of 24 hours and 18 minutes held by Strom Thurmond, the Dixiecrat who in 1957 filibustered to delay the passage of the Civil Rights Act. Armed with several binders of data and b
Yankees catcher Austin Wells goes viral with hilarious breakfast burrito reviews
Mashable / 11h
Baseball players are, by and large, odd birds. It's a particular sport where you're mostly left to your own thoughts. And catchers are perhaps the strangest of all ballplayers. It's a grueling, physical position that also requires you to lead the entire team on the field. There's a reason catcher's gear has long been dubbed the Tools of Ignorance. It's like being a hockey goalie — you've got to b
Amex Business Platinum set to change Adobe and Dell statement credits
The Points Guy / 11h
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express is a premium business card with a steep $695 annual fee (see rates and fees ), but the benefits and statement credits can easily offset that fee. Some notable statement credits, which were set to expire in June , come from popular brands many businesses use, like Dell and Adobe. Amex, however, is set to extend and change these credits in July, but
Which credit cards cover baggage delays?
The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. There are two types of travelers: those who prefer carry-on luggage , and those who prefer to check a bag . If you check a bag, you’re familiar with the downsides. Waiting at baggage claim can delay the start of your trip, and careless bag handlers could damage your luggage. The worst by far, though, is wh
You Can Get a One-Year BJ's Membership for Just $20 Right Now
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. BJ’s Wholesale Club isn’t just about oversized ketchup bottles and 40-roll toilet paper packs—though you’ll definitely find those too. If you’ve been circling the idea of joining a wholesale club, this StackSocial deal might tip the scale. Right now, a one-year Club Card Me
Social Security Website Crashes Blamed on DOGE Software Update
200+Gizmodo / 11h
The Social Security Administration has been a target of Elon Musk over unproven allegations of rampant fraud.
In a Historic First, Scientists Have Resurrected the Dire Wolf—Sort Of
200+Gizmodo / 11h
Colossal's "dire wolves" are named Romulus, Remus, and Khaleesi, all of which appear to be healthy so far.
This Ryzen-powered NAS is barely bigger than a shoe box and can hold 11 SSDs and HDDs, delivering more than 500TB of storage
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
Aoostar WTR Max supports triple 4K 240Hz displays for enhanced productivity and visuals Dual-channel DDR5-5600 RAM with ECC ensures fast and reliable performance With 11 drives supporting SSDs and HDDs, users have a wide array of choices The Aoostar WTR Max mini PC is a compact NAS drive powered by the AMD R7 Pro 8845HSv Enterprise processor, which runs at speeds ranging from 3.8GHz and 5.1GHz. T
Forget Collecting Keyboards, I’m Obsessed With Switches and Keycaps
How-To Geek / 11h
For many keyboard enthusiasts, the obsession usually lies in the board—its mounting style, the various sound-dampening materials, and aesthetics. But for me, it's all about the switches and keycaps. They're the real game-changers for sound and feel.
The Switch 2 Won’t Have Drift-Free Hall Effect Joysticks, But There’s Hope
27Gizmodo / 11h
We may see Hall effect joystick replacements for Switch 2 Joy-Cons soon after launch.
You Can Get The Razer Basilisk V3 Pro Mouse for 39% off
How-To Geek / 12h
If you’re a gamer looking for a high-quality wireless mouse with great customization options, now is a great time to buy the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro. This sale is bringing the price down by 39% while it lasts.
Andor Wouldn’t Have Happened in a World Without Baby Yoda
24Gizmodo / 12h
Showrunner Tony Gilroy gives The Mandalorian credit for opening the doors to more long-form Star Wars storytelling.
Scientists Claim to Have Brought Back the Dire Wolf
1KWired / 12h
Startup Colossal Biosciences has edited the DNA of a gray wolf to produce what it says is a de-extincted animal. Does that make it a true dire wolf?
IHG seemingly increased its unofficial award pricing caps: Here’s what it means for you
The Points Guy / 12h
In 2020, IHG switched to dynamic award pricing; since then, award rates at most properties have generally varied alongside paid rates. As a result, it’s become increasingly difficult to get outsize value when redeeming IHG points . Over the last few months, I’ve gotten between 0.7 and 1.1 cents per point when redeeming IHG One Rewards points for stays. Especially considering you can buy IHG point
I went to the Severance pop-up at Bell Works. It was surreal.
Mashable / 12h
Severance -themed glass cubes in Grand Central are out; full-scale makeovers of Severance shooting locations are in. SEE ALSO: 21 burning 'Severance' questions we have after the Season 2 finale On April 5, Apple transformed Bell Works — the Holmdel, New Jersey, complex that serves as Severance 's Lumon Industries building — into an immersive Lumon experience . It's the latest in a series of stunt
This is the world's first 1TB microSD Express card to go on sale, just in time for the launch of the new Nintendo Switch 2
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Lexar Play Pro microSDXC Express card enables faster downloads and game load times Backward-compatible with UHS devices but limited to slower speeds Nintendo Switch 2 supports microSD Express, boosting industry-wide adoption hopes Arriving just in time for the imminent launch of the Nintendo Switch 2, Lexar has introduced the world’s first 1TB microSD Express card, one of the largest and fastest
How (And Why) to Change the Default File Explorer in Windows
How-To Geek / 12h
Windows File Explorer is great, but it's not everyone's preferred file manager on Windows. If you’ve installed a third-party file manager, then here's how you can register it as the default file explorer on Windows 11.
Skateboarder Grinds on Cybertruck
72Futurism / 12h
This might be the closest that Tesla's Cybertruck ever gets to being cool. A video posted to social media by skateboarding magazine Thrasher shows pro skater Leo Romero ollying onto the roof of a vinyl-wrapped Cybertruck, using its triangular roof line as a grind rail. It's a sick stunt, with Romero effortlessly kickflipping into a 50-50, making for some gnarly footage and a fun photo opp. But a
Inside Delta’s brand-new Sky Club in Atlanta, its nicest one yet
36The Points Guy / 12h
The world’s busiest airport is finally home to a Delta Sky Club worthy of being located at the airline’s megahub. On Tuesday, Delta Air Lines will officially open its hotly anticipated new lounge in Concourse D at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). The space, under construction for the past three years, is the first new Sky Club that Delta has opened in Atlanta in nearly a de
United award sale: Fly to Latin America for as low as 9,000 miles
200+The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. United MileagePlus just launched a flash award sale specifically for Chase United Airlines cardmembers . If you hold one of these cards, you can access flight deals starting at 9,000 miles each way to 20 destinations in Latin America . Deal basics Rio de Janeiro. FABIO CANHIM/GETTY IMAGES Airline : United
What I’ve Learned From Three Years With My Instant Vortex Air Fryer
Lifehacker / 12h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. I’ve heard new parents say things like “I can’t even remember what my life was like before the birth of my child.” Well, I don’t have children, but I’m pretty sure I can relate: I can’t remember my life before my Instant Vortex air fryer. I’ve been using this helpful appliance for three years now, and things have only gotten better since. In my ki
Doctor Who season premiere review: Robot Revolution makes us reluctant companions
Mashable / 12h
For a show that clings to a six-decade-old premise — it's about the Doctor, an alien time traveler who can regenerate their body before death, the TARDIS, a time-and-space machine that's bigger on the inside, and the human companions along for the ride — Doctor Who can seem surprisingly fresh when it's done right. Why? Not because of the Doctor, as magnetically charming as the lead usually is (cu
Teens are causing chaos in Minecraft movie screenings
Mashable / 12h
Have you heard about the new Minecraft movie? The teens have — and they're involving themselves in screenings of the movie at the theater a la The Rocky Horror Picture Show . According to IGN , teens attending screenings of A Minecraft Movie screamed "CHICKEN JOCKEY!" along with Jack Black's character, Steve, threw their popcorn around, and, in some theaters, police were even called. You can't ac
Doctor Who‘s Electrifying New Dynamic Is Just What the Doctor Ordered
62Gizmodo / 12h
Doctor Who 's season premiere has a brilliant premise—but its real magic comes courtesy of its latest companion, Belinda Chandra.
ChatGPT's New Image Generation Feels Like Dial-Up All Over Again
How-To Geek / 12h
In March this year, OpenAI released a feature called 4o Image Generation. This is an update to ChatGPT's image generation capabilities that brings about a number of improvements, such as more accurate text, better instruction adherence, and improved photorealism.
Manus, the much-hyped Chinese AI, has opened up public access, and you get 1,000 credits for free if you sign up now
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Manus, the much-hyped Chinese AI, seen by some as the ‘next DeepSeek’ has opened up public access, giving you 1,000 credits to try it out for free. Manus is the latest Chinese AI, capable of deep research and agentic usage, so it can perform whatever tasks you set while you’re free to go off and do something else. Initial users reported problems with signing up, and for most people access had bee
Paramount drops action-packed Mission: Impossible—Final Reckoning trailer
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Tom Cruise is back for what may (or may not) be his final turn as Ethan Hunt in Mission: Impossible—Final Reckoning . After giving CinemaCon attendees a sneak peek last week, Paramount Pictures has publicly released the trailer for Mission: Impossible—The Final Reckoning , the eighth installment of the blockbuster spy franchise starring Tom Cruise as IMF agent Ethan Hunt, and a sequel to the even
Second child dies of measles—anti-vaccine advocate reported it before officials
21Ars Technica - All content / 12h
A second unvaccinated child has died of measles in Texas, according to state health officials and the hospital in Lubbock, Texas, that treated the child. “We are deeply saddened to report that a school-aged child who was recently diagnosed with measles has passed away," a representative for UMC Health System in Lubbock said in a statement emailed to Ars Technica. "The child was receiving treatmen
White House figures out how it texted secret bombing plans to a reporter
100+Ars Technica - All content / 12h
A White House investigation has reportedly identified the mistakes that led to a journalist being added to a Signal text chain in which bombing plans were discussed hours before the strikes occurred. As previously reported, National Security Advisor Michael Waltz last month invited The Atlantic Editor-in-Chief Jeffrey Goldberg to a Signal chat in which top Trump administration officials discussed
Jackery’s 1500W Power Station With Solar Is $500 Off Today
How-To Geek / 12h
Looking for a new portable power station in time for spring adventures and summer storms? Right now, the popular Jackery solar generation 1000 (1500W) combo with a 200W solar panel charger is nearly 50%
