Elon to reduce DOGE involvement after dismal Tesla earnings report
300+Mashable / 16h
Tesla's quarterly results are in, and it seems the panic alarm finally went off. Analyst expectations for Tesla's first quarter of 2025 were already pretty grim, but Tesla handily beat them with a 71 percent drop in profit and a 20 percent drop in car sales, with the only thing keeping the company in the green for the quarter being $595 million in carbon credit sales. While the sales drop can par
Trump Offers a Private Dinner to Top 220 Investors in His Memecoin
11KNYT > Technology / 9h
The offer, which caused President Trump’s memecoin to surge in price, was his family’s latest effort to profit from cryptocurrencies.
Buy Lifemiles With Up To 155% Bonus (1.29 Cents Per Mile)
4KOne Mile at a Time / 10h
Buying miles & points strategically can represent a great value , especially for first and business class travel. The avianca lifemiles program has just launched its newest promotion on purchased miles. Note that nowadays lifemiles promotions are generally targeted, so different members may see different offers, and on top of that, some members may not see any offers at all. Historically, I’ve fo
40 of the best MIT courses you can take online for free
Mashable / 38min
TL;DR: A wide range of free online courses from MIT are available to take on edX. There's a secret bank of free online courses from some of the most famous educational institutions in the world on edX. Well, it's not really a secret. But it's not common knowledge either, so we're on a mission to let the world know that you could become a student of a famous school like MIT without spending anythi
How to unblock XVideos for free
Mashable / 38min
TL;DR: Unblock XVideos from anywhere in the world with a VPN. The best VPN for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN . Your access to porn sites like XVideos will be restricted in many locations around the world. There are good reasons for these restrictions, but there is also something to be said for protecting your right to online freedom. There's nothing wrong with accessing your favorite site a
How to watch the 2025 MotoGP Grand Prix of Spain online for free
Mashable / 38min
TL;DR: Watch the 2025 MotoGP Grand Prix of Spain for free on ServusTV . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The 2025 MotoGP is already looking super competitive, with a number of riders battling for top spot in the standings. Marc Márquez, Álex Márquez, and Francesco Bagnaia have all looked impressive in the early rounds, with everyone in the running f
How to unblock P-hub for free in South Carolina
Mashable / 38min
TL;DR: Unblock Phub from South Carolina with a VPN. The best service for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN . The world of porn is still being rocked by the fact that more than a third of U.S. states have restrictions in place for online adult content. The means that millions of potential users are locked out of their favorite sites after the introduction of age verification laws. There are c
Download cozy mystery books for free in the latest Stuff Your Kindle Day
Mashable / 38min
FREE BOOKS: The latest Stuff Your Kindle Day takes place on April 22. Romance Book Blast , hosted by Indie Authors, is offering romance books in a wide range of subgenres. Stuff Your Kindle Day is back, providing another awesome opportunity to stock up on hundreds of books for absolutely nothing. And better yet, the books that you download are yours to keep forever. The latest Stuff Your Kindle D
Hurdle hints and answers for April 24, 2025
Mashable / 38min
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
Trump crypto soars as president offers dinner to top holders
BBC News / 1h
The meme coin's website says its 220 top investors will be invited to a gala event with the president.
On TikTok, Chinese Manufacturers Open a New Line in the Trade War
NYT > Technology / 1h
Videos on the social media app, filmed at factories in China, urge viewers to buy luxury goods directly, as tariffs drive up prices. Americans are receptive.
Your TV is now an Xbox: LG displays can now cloud stream Game Pass games without a console
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
LG TVs are getting Xbox cloud gaming The app is coming to WebOS 24-compatible TVs All you’ll need is Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and a controller Microsoft has been on a mission as of late to brand everything from here to there an Xbox, mostly off the back of the company’s cloud streaming efforts. The latest Xbox? Why that’s your LG TV of course. LG’s latest update to its TV operating system (first t
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for April 24
Mashable / 2h
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 April 24
Mashable / 2h
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
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for April 24, 2025
Mashable / 2h
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 24, 2025
Mashable / 2h
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
Mystery will may reveal Zappos founder’s final wishes
25TechCrunch / 4h
According to the WSJ, a recently discovered will suggests late Zappos co-founder Tony Hsieh had concrete plans for his fortune despite previous beliefs that he died without leaving instructions for an estate that’s estimated to be worth $1.2 billion. Among other things, the document, signed in 2015 and included in a recent court filing, contains […]
‘You Can’t Lick a Badger Twice’: Google Failures Highlight a Fundamental AI Flaw
70Wired / 5h
Google’s AI Overviews feature credible-sounding explanations for completely made-up idioms.
Switch 2 Preorder: It’s Almost Sold Out Everywhere, Where Can I Still Buy One?
49Gizmodo / 5h
Make sure you grab yours before it runs out of stock everywhere.
The Most Exciting Animation and Events Coming to Annecy 2025
Gizmodo / 5h
Disney, Netflix, and more big names will show off new projects this year.
Anker's new portable 4K projector could be the ultimate easy outdoor projector thanks to its stunning brightness
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Anker reveals the Nebula X1 4K projector Features include 4K resolution, Dolby Vision HDR support and 3,500 ANSI lumens The X1 is touted as an 'outdoor projector' Anker has revealed the latest 4K projector in its Nebula range, the X1. Anker, makers of some of the best projectors , such as the Anker Nebula Mars 3 , says the X1 is its highest-performing projector yet. The X1 follows in the footstep
Character.AI's newest feature can bring a picture to uncanny life
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Character.AI's new AvatarFX tool can turn a single photo into a realistic video The video shows a still image speaking with synced lip movements, gestures, and longform performances The tool supports everything from human portraits to mythical creatures and talking inanimate objects Images may be worth a thousand words, but Character.AI doesn't see any reason that the image shouldn't speak those
Nebula's new X1 4K portable projector is liquid cooled
Engadget / 5h
As nice as it is to have a projector wired up in your home cinema, the flexibility a portable model offers is equally valuable. It means you can set up an impromptu big screen in your back yard during those glorious long summer evenings. But portable projectors also carry that whiff of not being as good, or being compromised, with less powerful sound and vision. It’s this issue that Nebula is loo
The best Marriott all-inclusive resorts for a worry-free vacation
The Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. If you want to take laborious planning and financial guesswork out of your next vacation, booking an all-inclusive resort is a natural choice. At all-inclusive resorts, almost everything is included in the nightly rate, from meals and most drinks to activities and entertainment. Instead of worrying about k
Save money: How you can book flights to Hawaii using points and miles
21The Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with the latest information. From the bustling city of Honolulu to the long, winding Hana Highway, Hawaii has something for every traveler. Each Hawaiian island has a unique flair, pristine beaches and stunning natural beauty. Despite Hawaii’s reputation as a pricey tourist destination, there is a way to get to these dreamy islands withou
Retro PlayStation UI options return permanently to the PS5
Engadget / 6h
The PlayStation 5 is getting a software update that brings back the looks of yesteryear. After fans applauded the move to apply the appearances of past Sony generations to their consoles' home screens during the PlayStation 30th anniversary last year, the company said it was working on making those permanent aesthetic options. That promised return of the four retro UI looks is the highlight of th
Here's When (and How) You'll Need to Start Repaying Your Student Loans
Lifehacker / 6h
The Department of Education announced Monday that the FSA will finally restart collections on defaulted student loans beginning May 5, 2025, following a five-year pause that began during the COVID-19 pandemic. This decision affects approximately 5.3 million borrowers who were in default before the pause. For these borrowers, the government can soon begin collecting repayments from tax refunds, wi
The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping Has Finally Found Its Haymitch
Gizmodo / 6h
Joseph Zada will play a younger version of Woody Harrelson's character, while Whitney Peak will co-star as Lenore Dove Baird.
Tapeworm in fox poop that will slowly destroy your organs is on the rise
35Ars Technica - All content / 6h
No matter how bad things might seem, at least you haven't accidentally eaten fox poop and developed an insidious tapeworm infection that masquerades as a cancerous liver tumor while it slowly destroys your organs and eventually kills you—or, you probably haven't done that. What's more, according to a newly published study in Emerging Infectious Diseases , even if you have somehow feasted on fox f
An Unannounced Blade Runner Game May Have Quietly Died in 2024
Gizmodo / 6h
Until Dawn creator Supermassive Games was reportedly working on a Blade Runner game that's since been retired.
Is The Hilton Business Credit Card Worth The Annual Fee?
One Mile at a Time / 6h
Link: Apply now for the Hilton Honors American Express Business Card Hotel credit cards are often underrated, given the welcome bonuses and valuable perks that they can offer. The Hilton Business Card is Hilton’s only small business credit card, and it’s a great example of how valuable hotel credit cards can be. While you can read a full review of the Hilton Business Card here , in this post, I w
IBM affected by DOGE cuts, downplays impact during Q1 earnings call
35TechCrunch / 6h
Tech and consulting giant IBM was not immune to the Department of Government Efficiency’s (DOGE) cuts. IBM had 15 of its federal contracts canceled due to DOGE-related cuts during the first quarter of 2025, according to reporting from Reuters and Bloomberg. These cuts amount to $100 million in future payments, per Bloomberg. Federal contracts represent […]
Scientists Hack Human Eye to See a Whole New Color, Called "Olo"
38Futurism / 6h
The human eye can see millions of colors — but no eyes have ever before beheld "olo." Only five people on the planet have witnessed this brand new color, thanks to the efforts of a team of researchers in California. And to earn this exclusive privilege, they had to fire laser pulses into their eyeballs. As detailed in a new study published in the journal Science Advances , the pulses stimulated s
Gamers Are Mobbing Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders Worldwide Despite Calls to ‘Drop the Price’
Gizmodo / 7h
Judging by these sales numbers, the U.S. Switch 2 preorder scene will be hectic midnight on Thursday.
A Complete Guide for Removing Malware From Your PC
Lifehacker / 7h
While no one is entirely immune to the threat of malware, you can certainly minimize your risk by following good digital hygiene practices when browsing the internet, downloading apps, and engaging with emails or messages with links or attachments. That said, if you notice your PC is running slowly, programs or apps are crashing repeatedly or unexpectedly, or you see software or processes you don
6 Reasons to Try Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL)
How-To Geek / 7h
Though Windows is popular with consumers due to its ease of use and flexibility, Linux has an enormous share of the professional market. Whether you're just looking to dabble or you're looking for an easy way to use Windows and Linux side-by-side, the Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) has something for everyone.
'Sinners' Proves Audiences Crave Sex, Vampires—and Fresh Ideas
92Wired / 7h
Ryan Coogler’s horror movie has shattered box office records—and the myth that audiences don’t care about original stories.
How to track Switch 2 preorder availability in case it sells out
Mashable / 7h
The hour is nearly upon us. It's almost time to preorder a Nintendo Switch 2 . With most U.S. retailers set to finally push preorders live at midnight ET on April 24, the priority for most Switch enthusiasts will surely be grabbing one during this first wave. However, let's collectively resign ourselves to the very real possibility that the Switch 2 is going to sell out. Earlier today, Nintendo i
Elle Fanning teams up with a predator in first Predator: Badlands trailer
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
It's not every day you get a trailer for a new, live-action Predator movie, but today is one of those days. 20th Century Studios just released the first teaser for Predator: Badlands , a feature film that unconventionally makes the classic movie monster a protagonist. The film follows Dek (Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi), a young member of the predator species and society who has been banished.
Can the legal system catch up with climate science?
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
A few decades ago, it wasn't realistic to attribute individual events—even heat waves—to the general warming trend driven by human-caused climate change. Now, there are peer-reviewed methods of rapidly detecting humanity's fingerprints in the wake of weather disasters like hurricanes or climate-driven wildfires . In today's issue of Nature, Dartmouth's Christopher Callahan and Justin Mankin argue
FCC Democrat slams chairman for aiding Trump’s “campaign of censorship”
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
A Democratic member of the Federal Communications Commission plans what she calls a First Amendment tour to fight the Trump administration's "ongoing campaign of censorship and control." "Since the founding of our country, the First Amendment has protected our fundamental right to speak freely and hold power to account. Today, the greatest threat to that freedom is coming from our own government,
Windsurf slashes prices as competition with Cursor heats up
TechCrunch / 7h
AI coding assistant startup Windsurf cut its prices “across the board” it announced on Monday, touting “massive savings” for its users as competition with its rival Cursor intensifies. Windsurf said it’s getting rid of its complex system of “flow action credits,” which charged developers for actions its AI did in the background. It’s also cutting […]
Google Is Getting Ready to Replace Assistant With Gemini on Smartwatches
How-To Geek / 7h
Get ready to say goodbye to the familiar Google Assistant on your wrist. Google’s continued push to replace Assistant with Gemini appears to be hitting Wear OS smartwatches. The changes are small–for now.
Inside Disney’s high-tech mission to protect the Great Lizard Cuckoo at Lookout Cay
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 7h
When Disney Cruise Line opened its new island destination in the Bahamas – Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point – it wasn’t just a vacation spot for island visitors. Instead, in coordination with its Animals, Science, and Environment (ASE) team, the brand launched a major conservation project that combined wildlife biology with modern technology, including radio telemetry and 3D printing. While
Tony Gilroy and Adria Arjona on Andor‘s Dark Season 2 Scene
Gizmodo / 7h
The Star Wars series continues to push the envelope in its newest episodes.
These Are My Top Tips for Seeing More in the Night Sky
How-To Geek / 7h
If you’re going stargazing, there are a handful of things you should bring with you or keep in mind. It doesn’t matter if you’re just using your eyes, binoculars, or a telescope, they always hold.
Somehow the new M4 MacBook Air keeps getting cheaper: Now just $911
Mashable / 7h
SAVE $87.58: As of April 23, the 13-inch M4 Apple MacBook Air has fallen to a new record-low price on Amazon. You can now score the base model for just $911.42 (normally $999). Apple MacBook Air, 13-inch (M4, 16GB RAM, 256GB SSD) $911.42 at Amazon $999 Save $87.58 Apple's latest MacBook Air just keeps getting cheaper and cheaper thanks to Amazon. After dropping the 13-inch base model to $939 on T
ASUS 27-Inch 4K Eye Care Monitor Is Cheaper Than Its Black Friday Price and Comes With a 3-Year Warranty
Gizmodo / 7h
Your eyes are important, so keep them protected with a monitor that cares about the health of your peepers.
Twitter Appears to Be Shadow Banning Accounts That Criticize Elon Musk
300+Futurism / 7h
On X, formerly Twitter, criticize the site's "free speech absolutist" owner Elon Musk, and you may get secretly punished. The New York Times reports that three users who squabbled with Musk in December — all prominent right-wing accounts — saw their engagement "practically vanish overnight," with their posts suddenly plunging far below the number of views they normally receive, in some cases neve
‘I’m Spending Donor Dollars, Not Taxpayer Funds’: Why AOC’s Private Jet Powers Her ‘Fight The Oligarchy’ Tour
41View from the Wing / 8h
You used to catch Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez predominantly flying American Airlines. She's a Member of Congress and they operate a majority of the flights at DC's close-in National airport. Often she's seen in first class. These days, though, she flies private. And she's taking a lot of heat for it. Continue reading ...
I Really Want a Chromebook Again, but Why?
How-To Geek / 8h
I love my MacBook Pro. It's a great computer, but, when it comes to simply getting work done and lasting all day on a single charge, well, it doesn't do either of those things adequately. Because of that (and more), I really want a Chromebook again.
Best time to apply for Delta American Express cards based on offer history
The Points Guy / 8h
Ask any points and miles enthusiast and they’ll tell you welcome offers are one of the most important parts of their game plan. The welcome offers we’ve earned from our cards have helped us book some great trips domestically and abroad. If you’re a frequent Delta flyer, you’re probably eyeing one of its cobranded cards to help make your experience more enjoyable. Since American Express limits car
United MileagePlus Shopping portal: How you can earn bonus miles
The Points Guy / 8h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with the latest information. One of the best ways to earn airline miles is by leveraging shopping portals to earn miles on your everyday spending. All you have to do is click through the portal before you shop or install the browser extension, and you’re on your way to earning points from the comfort of your desk. Most major airlines have
The 5 best credit cards for military members on active duty
The Points Guy / 8h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. There are plenty of discounts and benefits available to military members while on active duty. Some are highly advertised, while others are hidden in plain sight. In addition to all the travel perks and discounts offered to those in the military, my favorite perk is the ability to hold some of the best cre
How to Remove Malware From Your Mac
Lifehacker / 8h
No matter what you've heard, Macs get viruses too. There are a handful of indicators that your Mac may be infected by malware: your computer running slower or working harder than usual (or overheating), apps or programs crashing unexpectedly, or unfamiliar software or processes running on your device. Here's what to do if you suspect a malware infection on your Mac—and how to get rid of it. Disco
How Should I Book Lufthansa Allegris First Class? Help Me Out!
28One Mile at a Time / 8h
To be clear, I don’t have the answer, I’m just hoping to crowdsource here, as I’m wondering if I’m missing anything… I’m hoping to fly Lufthansa Allegris first class! Lufthansa recently launched its new Allegris first class , available exclusively on select Airbus A350-900s based in Munich. While I’ve reviewed Lufthansa’s Allegris business class , I’d really like to check out the carrier’s A350 f
Tesla begins ‘FSD Supervised’ ride-hail tests with employees in Austin, Bay Area
30TechCrunch / 8h
Tesla has started testing its autonomous ride-hail service with employees in Austin and the Bay Area ahead of the company’s planned robotaxi launch this summer. “FSD Supervised ride-hailing service is live for an early set of employees in Austin & San Francisco Bay Area,” the company posted Wednesday on X. FSD stands for “Full Self-Driving,” […]
Government censorship comes to Bluesky, but not its third-party apps … yet
30TechCrunch / 8h
Government censorship has found its way to Bluesky, but there’s currently a loophole thanks to how the social network is structured. Earlier this month, Bluesky restricted access to 72 accounts in Turkey at the request of Turkish governmental authorities, according to a recent report by the Freedom of Expression Association. As a result, people in Turkey can […]
Microsoft teams up with Western Digital to extract rare earth oxides from decommissioned datacenter hard drives
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
Chemical-free recycling supports U.S. supply chains and cuts landfill waste Recovered materials support electric cars, wind power, and advanced electronics manufacturing Sustainable end-of-life plan redefines future for storage in U.S. data centers A new pilot program from Microsoft and Western Digital has demonstrated a novel method of recycling rare earth elements (REEs) from decommissioned har
Driverless Semi-Trucks Are Coming Soon to a Highway in Texas
80Gizmodo / 8h
If you find yourself driving on I-45 in Texas, look out.
Vietnamese Vampire Movie Daydreamers Is a Blood-Slicked Guilty Pleasure
24Gizmodo / 8h
Timothy Linh Bui's horror thriller hits select theaters May 2 before a digital release June 3.
Pre-order Switch 2: Why You Should Buy It at Walmart and Nowhere Else?
27Gizmodo / 8h
Walmart guarantees delivery on the very day the item is available.
Blue Shield of California Exposed the Data of 4.7 Million People to Google
Lifehacker / 8h
Blue Shield of California shared the protected health information of 4.7 million individuals with Google over a nearly three-year period, a data breach that impacts the majority of its nearly 6 million members, according to reporting from Bleeping Computer . This isn't the only large data breach to affect a healthcare organization the last year alone. Community Health Center records were hacked i
Get a 2TB WD Black Xbox Expansion Card for 22% Off Today
How-To Geek / 8h
It is no secret that expansion cards for Xbox tend to be pricey, but you can still occasionally get a good deal. Amazon is running a big sale on the WD_Black C50 2TB Storage Expansion Card, dropping its price to $179.99 on the website from $229.99, a 22% discount from the original MSRP.
OpenAI seeks to make its upcoming ‘open’ AI model best-in-class
51TechCrunch / 8h
Toward the end of March, OpenAI announced its intention to release its first “open” language model since GPT‑2 sometime this year. Now details about that model are beginning to trickle out from the company’s sessions with the AI developer community. Sources tell TechCrunch that Aidan Clark, OpenAI’s VP of research, is leading development of the open model, […]
YouTube's 20th Anniversary: I hope you know, you are the way you are because of YouTube
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
I remember life before YouTube and life after. In the 20 years since Jawid Karim posted that first zoo video , YouTube has become a dominant force in media creation and consumption. It's built industries and stars and forever altered viewing habits. I'd argue that it's the reason we now get most of our information from social video. And while AI is fast becoming the source for every answer (and s
Intel Arrow Lake CPUs Are Getting a Speed Boost, but You Need an Update
How-To Geek / 8h
Your Intel Core Ultra 200-series computer might already be fast. But one perk you have by buying newer hardware is that sometimes, new optimizations are found that can make things even faster. Arrow Lake users can now enjoy faster performance—and more importantly, for free.
Investor Creates AI Employee, Immediately Sexually Harasses It
39Futurism / 8h
In a blog post published this week, Business Insider cofounder and former CEO Henry Blodget used generative AI to create a Fantasy Football-like team of imaginary executives to run his new Substack. In the post, Blodget noted that the advent of AI tools made him "feel like I live in the Stone Age." So he got to work, building out a so-called "native AI newsroom" for his Substack, called Regenerat
Discord’s Jason Citron Steps Down as CEO of the Social Chat App
100+NYT > Technology / 9h
Jason Citron was a co-founder of the company, which is said to be working toward an initial public offering at some point this year.
LG smart TVs are getting Xbox Game Pass this week
Engadget / 9h
Microsoft promised in a strange ad campaign last year that it would bring Xbox Game Pass to more than just its own gaming brand's hardware thanks to Xbox Cloud Gaming. One of the previously announced platforms that it said would gain the ability to run Xbox Game Pass was smart TVs from LG. Today, LG announced that the Xbox app will begin rolling out to a collection of its smart TVs in 25 countrie
Black Mirror‘s Jimmi Simpson Is Totally Up for More ‘USS Callister’
31Gizmodo / 9h
The fan-favorite episode got a sequel in the Netflix show's latest season, and creator Charlie Brooker has hinted more could be on the way.
ChatGPT news just got a major upgrade from The Washington Post
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
ChatGPT will now use The Washington Post to provide answers using the newspaper's reporting ChatGPT answers will now include summaries, quotes, and article links The move builds on OpenAI’s growing roster of news partners and The Post’s own AI initiatives The Washington Post has inked a deal with OpenAI to make its journalism available directly inside ChatGPT. That means, the next time you ask Ch
Your LG TV Is Now an Xbox
How-To Geek / 9h
LG and Xbox have joined forces to bring Xbox games straight to your living room, without the Xbox. Some LG TVs can now stream games from Xbox Cloud Gaming.
OpenAI Would Totally Buy Chrome From Google, in Case Anyone Was Wondering
22Gizmodo / 9h
What red-blooded tech company wouldn't want a huge install base and the advantage of self-dealing?
WhatsApp Now Lets You Block People From Exporting Chats
Lifehacker / 9h
WhatsApp is adding a new privacy feature that will allow you to block others from exporting chats, automatically downloading media, and using your messages for AI features, among other limitations. All of this is a part of a new option called Advanced Chat Privacy, which is currently rolling out to WhatsApp users worldwide. How to block people from exporting your WhatsApp chats To use these featu
How to Preorder the Switch 2
Lifehacker / 9h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Following a brief delay while Nintendo evaluated the ongoing tariff situation, Switch 2 preorders are back on. The company made the new date official last week , and retailers have been getting their stores ready for the likely digital stampede. If you're interested in picking up the latest Nintendo handheld-console hybrid, there are a number of s
Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses Now Act Like a Live Language Interpreter
How-To Geek / 9h
Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses now support live translation and visual currency conversion. These features, which leverage Meta AI, could be useful to international travelers or expats.
Bethesda says no official Mod Support for Oblivion Remastered
How-To Geek / 9h
Xbox and Bethesda shadow dropped The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC, an Unreal Engine 5 remaster of the beloved fantasy RPG. While the "remastered" in the title might undersell it, this style of remaster includes gameplay improvements, new content, and all the DLC packaged together, making it feel like a much bigger overhaul compared to some other
Konami Could Bring Back Metal Gear Solid, if We Forget Kojima
How-To Geek / 9h
The year 2015 saw a bitter and very public breakup between Hideo Kojima, the creative mind behind the Metal Gear Solid series, and Konami, the company that had published his games for years. Though the full reasons for the split were never made clear, it damaged the brand in ways that couldn't be repaired for years.
Backward compatible: Many old Oblivion mods still work on Oblivion Remastered
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Bethesda isn't officially supporting mods for the newly released Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered . But that hasn't stopped some players from discovering that many mods created for the 2006 original seem to work just fine in the new game with a bare minimum of installation headaches. As noted on Reddit and the Bethesda Game Studios Discord , some .esp mod files designed years ago for the ori
AI secretly helped write California bar exam, sparking uproar
22Ars Technica - All content / 9h
On Monday, the State Bar of California revealed that it used AI to develop a portion of multiple-choice questions on its February 2025 bar exam, causing outrage among law school faculty and test takers. The admission comes after weeks of complaints about technical problems and irregularities during the exam administration, reports the Los Angeles Times. The State Bar disclosed that its psychometr
Trump is “desperate” to make a deal—China isn’t, analysts say
50Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Donald Trump has started signaling that he's ready to slash tariffs on Chinese imports, but economists have warned that the US softening its stance now likely cedes power to China, which perhaps benefits from dragging out trade talks. On Tuesday, Trump confirmed that he is willing to reduce 145 percent tariffs on all Chinese imports. A senior White House official told The Wall Street Journal that
Netflix drops Wednesday S2 teaser, first-look images
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Jenna Ortega is back in the titular role for S2 of the Netflix series, Wednesday . It's been a long, long wait, but we're finally getting a second season of the Netflix supernatural horror comedy, Wednesday . The streaming giant dropped the first teaser and several first-look images to whet our appetites for what promises to be an excellent follow-up to the delightful first season. (Spoilers for
Google reveals sky-high Gemini usage numbers in antitrust case
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
You may not use Gemini or other AI products, but many people do, and their ranks are growing. During day three of Google's antitrust remedies trial , the company presented a slide showing that Gemini reached 350 million monthly active users as of March 2025. That's a massive increase from last year, showing that Google is beginning to gain traction among competing chatbots, but Google's estimatio
Everything but the Beholders: D&D updates core rules, sticks with CC license
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Wizards of the Coast has released the System Reference Document , the heart of the three core rule books that constitute Dungeons & Dragons ' 2024 gameplay, under a Creative Commons license. This means the company cannot alter the deal further, like it almost did in early 2023 , leading to considerable pushback and, eventually, a retreat . It was a long quest, but the lawful good party has earned
Delta Flight Attendant Accuses Colleague Of Not Helping Grieving Family
100+One Mile at a Time / 9h
A Delta flight attendant is justifiably upset about the way that one of their colleagues treated a family going through the worst situation imaginable, as flagged by PYOK . Unfortunately this seems to be one of those cases where the human touch is lost in the airline industry, which is all too common… Delta flight attendant upset over Red Coat’s actions A Delta flight attendant recently posted on
"You Can’t Lick a Badger Twice": Google's AI Is Making Up Explanations for Nonexistent Folksy Sayings
Futurism / 9h
Have you heard of the idiom "You Can’t Lick a Badger Twice?" We haven't, either, because it doesn't exist — but Google's AI seemingly has. As netizens discovered this week that adding the word "meaning" to nonexistent folksy sayings is causing the AI to cook up invented explanations for them. "The idiom 'you can't lick a badger twice' means you can't trick or deceive someone a second time after t
Ghost of Yotei Will Slash It Up on PlayStation 5 in October
20Gizmodo / 9h
A new hero is ready to take center stage in the game set 300 years after Ghost of Tsushima .
Egyptologist in Paris Discovers Secret Messages on the Luxor Obelisk
Gizmodo / 9h
The 3,300-year-old monument has sat in the French capital's center for almost 200 years, but no one else noticed these strange encryptions.
Netflix aims to be a trillion-dollar company, says co-CEO
44TechCrunch / 10h
At Semafor’s 2025 World Economy Summit on Wednesday, Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said he believes Netflix’s long-term goal to achieve a $1 trillion market capitalization is possible if the streaming giant continues to perform well. Sarandos said, “In the previous five years, we’ve doubled our revenue, we grew profits 10 times, and we grew our […]
19 US fintech startups have raised over $50M in 2025 so far
41TechCrunch / 10h
After a sluggish couple of years, fintech appears to be making a comeback. In the first quarter of 2025, fintech startups globally raised a combined $10.3 billion — marking the highest level of funding since the first quarter of 2023, according to CB Insights research. The average deal size of $17.7 million also marked the […]
More Games Need a Turbo Mode, Here's Why
How-To Geek / 10h
Most games give players a hefty list of graphics settings and difficulty options, but very few titles let you change the overall game speed. While that may sound like an odd choice to have, plenty of arcade classics have proven its value.
Deal alert: Kids fly (almost) free to Tahiti with Air Tahiti Nui’s ‘Family Fare’
The Points Guy / 10h
Tahiti is home to some of the world’s most beautiful beaches and overwater bungalows, but its relatively remote location can make getting there expensive. This is especially true for parents who are paying for themselves and their children (unless your kids have been saving all their allowance money, I suppose). Air Tahiti Nui , the primary international airline servicing French Polynesia, has a
YouTube is giving its TV app a much-needed redesign soon – here’s what it looks like
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Google has teased a redesign of the YouTube experience for TVs The update is coming "this summer" and includes improved navigation Google also announced a Multiview upgrade for YouTube TV subscribers Twenty years ago today, the first video was uploaded to YouTube (the thrilling 'Me at the zoo' ). To celebrate that milestone, Google has announced that YouTube's TV app experience is going to get a
Elon Musk’s Pledge to Step Away From DOGE Sounds Like Word Games
42Gizmodo / 10h
Listen closely to what the billionaire actually said.
Meta is bringing smart glasses live translation and AI to more people
Engadget / 10h
Meta AI, the most interesting thing you can do with Ray-Ban Meta glasses , will soon be available to more people. The company's Live Translation feature is rolling out to all the product's markets, and Live AI (where you can hold a free-flowing conversation about what you're looking at) will soon be available in the US and Canada. In addition, glasses owners in the EU can finally use Meta AI with
Roku's new wireless security cameras will guard your home for up to two years on a single charge
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Roku has launched two new weather-resistant home security cameras The larger of the two has a battery life of up to two years on a single charge Roku hasn't revealed prices, but the cameras will go on sale later this year Streaming specialist Roku has launched a pair of new wireless security cameras that can send video footage straight to your phone or TV, letting you watch your yard without leav
Are authorized users covered by Chase’s credit card travel insurance?
The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. I generally divide my credit card perks into two categories: annual statement credits and lounge access, which I actively try to use to enhance my travel experience, and travel insurance and purchase protection, which I hope to never need but appreciate being able to count on when I do. But if you’re an au
Even Grok AI Can 'See' Now
Lifehacker / 10h
There are a lot of trends in generative AI right now. There are the reasoning models like OpenAI's o3 , that "think" through each step of a problem before it answers. There are also " deep research " features that can compile information from across the web to generate reports for you. But perhaps the trend that is most "futuristic" of all is Voice Mode. This is the future 2013's Her promised: a
Rogue American Airlines Gate Agent’s Viral Carry-On Crackdown Hits Delta—Line Jumpers Now Losing Bags Everywhere
35View from the Wing / 10h
Keeping people out of line until it's their turn to board, and keeping passengers from slowing down the boarding process, benefits everyone. Continue reading ...
Roku’s Wireless Outdoor Security Camera Will Keep Streaming for Up to Two Years
Gizmodo / 10h
Roku’s $60 wireless security camera and a new, cheaper 4K streaming stick may be a little too enticing.
House of the Dragon Season 3 Adds a Trio of New Knights
Gizmodo / 10h
The next season of HBO's Game of Thrones prequel kicked off production in March.
Roundtables: Brain-Computer Interfaces: From Promise to Product
MIT Technology Review / 10h
Recorded on April 23, 2025 Brain-Computer Interfaces: From Promise to Product Speakers: David Rotman , editor at large, and Antonio Regalado , senior editor for biomedicine. Brain-computer interfaces (BCIs) have been crowned the 11th Breakthrough Technology of 2025 by MIT Technology Review ‘s readers. BCIs are electrodes implanted into the brain to send neural commands to computers, primarily to
Discord's CEO and co-founder is stepping down
Engadget / 10h
Discord CEO and co-founder Jason Citron has announced that he's stepping down from his leadership role at the chat app and being replaced by Humam Sakhnini, a former executive from Activision Blizzard. Citron will remain on Discord's board of directors, and fellow co-founder Stanislav Vishnevskiy will continue acting as the company's chief technology officer. "From the very beginning, our mission
Musk Says Trump Preventing Him From Building Legion of Robots
46Futurism / 10h
It turns out Donald Trump's tariffs have been good for something : pouring cold water on another one of Elon Musk's harebrained schemes. Remember those creepy humanoid robots Tesla showed off last year — the ones that turned out to remote-controlled by humans? As it turns out, the long-promised androids rely on magnets made from heavy rare-earth metals that are currently supplied exclusively by C
2025’s Most Overlooked Full-Size Luxury Sedan Deserves Your Attention
How-To Geek / 11h
The full-size luxury segment has always meant to represent the best that an automaker has to offer in terms of technology and comfort. While the segment has shrunk, there are still some excellent examples on the market. However, one model has been criminally underrated for years.
Don’t Ignore the Power of F4 in Microsoft Excel
How-To Geek / 11h
If you're using Microsoft Excel on a Windows PC and enjoy using keyboard shortcuts to improve your productivity, you should definitely learn the many ways in which F4 can save you lots of time.
Discord appoints former Activision Blizzard exec Humam Sakhnini as CEO
39TechCrunch / 11h
Amid rumors that the company is eyeing an IPO, Discord appointed former Activision Blizzard Vice Chairman Humam Sakhnini as CEO. Discord co-founder Jason Citron will leave his CEO role after 13 years at the company. Discord straddles the gaming and social media spaces — despite its initial emergence as a platform for online multiplayer gamers […]
'A beautiful realization': Andor season 2 stars tease what Star Wars fans can expect from 'really bold' yet 'very strange' Syril and Dedra romance
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
Andor season 2 gives fans the Syril-Dedra partnership they've been craving It's a dynamic full of weird moments, according to the actors who play them Kyle Soller and Denise Gough have also teased what to expect from their characters' dynamic throughout this season Full spoilers immediately follow for Andor season 2 episodes 1 to 3. Andor season 2 will take some very bold swings with the incredib
Meta’s Oversight Board Is Worried Meta’s New Policies Will Harm Human Rights
47Gizmodo / 11h
When it comes to upholding human rights, Meta embodies everything that a company shouldn't.
Lion Bite Marks on 1,800-Year-Old Skeleton Confirm Gladiators Fought in Roman Britain
Gizmodo / 11h
Researchers compared puncture marks on an 1,800-year-old skeleton in the UK to various animal bites, and concluded that the individual was likely bitten by a lion.
I Hope Nintendo Remasters These 7 Wii U Games for the Switch 2
How-To Geek / 11h
Nintendo may have dropped the ball with the Wii U hardware, but the company developed and published some excellent games during that era. In the years that have followed, Nintendo has released most of these as souped-up Switch versions.
OpenAI’s GPT-4.1 may be less aligned than the company’s previous AI models
TechCrunch / 11h
In mid-April, OpenAI launched a powerful new AI model, GPT-4.1, that the company claimed “excelled” at following instructions. But the results of several independent tests suggest the model is less aligned — that is to say, less reliable — than previous OpenAI releases. When OpenAI launches a new model, it typically publishes a detailed technical […]
Unbeatable AdGuard family plan: Secure all devices for A$25
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: Block ads and prevent contact with malware on family devices with an A$25 AdGuard lifetime subscription . Opens in a new window Credit: AdGuard AdGuard Family Plan: Lifetime Subscription AU$25 AU$266 Save AU$241 Set the scene: It's dinner time, and the kids are working on homework. You want to scroll through a recipe blog on your phone to whip something up. One kid needs your laptop to do
Star Wars’ ‘Andor’ Season 2 Depicts the Banality of American Fascism
300+Wired / 11h
The franchise’s Disney era has been defined by toothless politics, but Andor Season 2 is a vivid metaphor for America’s descent into authoritarianism.
Sony Is Bringing Back the PS5's Classic Interface Themes
How-To Geek / 11h
Sony Interactive Entertainment has announced that classic PlayStation interface designs are returning to the PS5 for good. The system software for the PS5 is getting a few other helpful improvements, too.
Sam Witwer Teases Maul’s Descent Into Shadow Lord
Gizmodo / 11h
After all he's been through, don't expect Maul to pivot into any kind of heroics.
DOJ reportedly probes Disney-FuboTV deal over competition concerns
23TechCrunch / 11h
The U.S. Department of Justice is probing Disney’s deal to take a controlling stake in FuboTV, Bloomberg reports. Fubo is a live TV streaming service known for its extensive sports coverage. Officials are examining whether the deal would create a concentration of power in the sports streaming market. In January, Disney announced that it was going […]
Is Tesla on the Outs in China?
100+Wired / 11h
Despite being the biggest electric0vehicle market in the world, China might decide it’s had enough of Tesla. In this episode of Uncanny Valley, we break it all down.
NASA Takes Advantage of Planetary Alignment to Take a Peek at Uranus
41Gizmodo / 11h
A stellar occultation this month gave scientists an opportunity to scrutinize the seventh planet from the Sun.
Western Digital plans to launch 40TB HDD next year using HAMR technology and a pinch of flash memory
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
Western Digital targeting 40TB HDDs by late 2026 using HAMR tech OptiNAND and UltraSMR will boost capacity until HAMR adoption begins to drive growth Storage demand from AI boom is expected to arrive in late 2026 Western Digital recently held an investor day , with a primary focus on how it intends to supercharge hard drive capacity within a decade. WD’s detailed roadmap showed a clear technologi
Windows 11 Fixed My Biggest Problem With The Taskbar
How-To Geek / 11h
To close an app on Windows, sometimes it's not as easy as hitting the Close button—the app might continue sticking around as a background process, or if an app is frozen, hitting the button might not do a thing. Now, Windows 11 is making the taskbar way, way more useful in this regard.
Étoile review: Amy Sherman-Palladino brings us to the ballet
Mashable / 11h
Gilmore Girls and The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel creator Amy Sherman-Palladino delivers a delightful new TV binge with the ballet-centric Étoile . Co-created by Sherman-Palladino and her husband Dan Palladino, Étoile takes its name from the French word for star, or the term for a ballet company's principal dancer. And while the series may not immediately shine as brightly as Sherman-Palladino's best-k
The iPhone 17 Air looks incredibly thin in new video leak
Mashable / 11h
A new video purports to show off what the iPhone 17 Air will look like in your hands. Spoiler alert: You're going to want to see this. The rumored super-thin model of the upcoming iPhone 17 appeared in dummy model form in a new video from Unbox Therapy on YouTube, via 9to5Mac . In the video, host Lewis George Hilsenteger takes a look at dummy models allegedly from manufacturers in China of variou
Readers rejoice: The Amazon Book Sale takes up to 80% off thousands of reads
Mashable / 11h
SAVE UP TO 80%: The Amazon Book Sale is on now through April 28. Take up to 80% off Kindle books and up to 65% off print books, plus discounts on several Kindle models. Best Amazon Book Sale deals Best Kindle deal Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition (32GB) $224.99 (save $55) Best subscription deal Kindle Unlimited $0.99 for a three-month subscription (save $34.98) Best e-book deal E-books u
The Timing of Trump's China Announcement Is Incredibly Convenient for Tesla
56Futurism / 11h
Tesla released first-quarter earnings on Tuesday, revealing that its net income had plummeted by an astonishing 71 percent since the first quarter of last year. Sales are dropping precipitously around the world, in large part due to Tesla CEO Elon Musk's wildly controversial behavior. Yet, the company's stock rose more than seven percent Wednesday morning, indicating early investor optimism. Why?
Apple and Meta furious at EU over fines totaling €700 million
45Ars Technica - All content / 11h
The European Commission issued a €500 million fine to Apple and a €200 million fine to Meta yesterday, saying that both companies violated the Digital Markets Act (DMA). The companies are required to bring their platforms into compliance within 60 days or face "periodic penalty payments," the EC said. These are the first two non-compliance decisions adopted by the commission under the DMA. The EC
Zuckerberg stifled Instagram because he loves Facebook, Instagram founder says
46Ars Technica - All content / 11h
At the Meta monopoly trial, Instagram co-founder Kevin Systrom accused Mark Zuckerberg of draining Instagram resources to stifle growth out of sheer jealousy. According to Systrom, Zuckerberg may have been directly involved in yanking resources after integrating Instagram and Facebook because "as the founder of Facebook, he felt a lot of emotion around which one was better—Instagram or Facebook,"
Bethesda isn’t shutting down ambitious fan-made “Skyblivion” remaster project
35Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Bethesda fans are understandably excited about the opportunity to revisit the world of Cyrodiil with yesterday's heavily telegraphed release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered . But that excitement may have been tinged with at least a little bit of trepidation for the team behind Skyblivion , a volunteer-run project that has spent years trying to "port and rebuild" 2007's Oblivion into
Republican space officials criticize “mindless” NASA science cuts
100+Ars Technica - All content / 11h
In the nearly two weeks since Ars reported on the Trump administration's proposed budget cuts for NASA's science programs, scientists and Democratic lawmakers have both expressed deep concerns about the future of the space agency. However, in a pattern consistent across a host of issues in which GOP lawmakers do not want to be seen to be publicly criticizing the Trump administration, the response
Anti-Musk protests are now an official risk to Tesla’s business
200+TechCrunch / 11h
Protests against Elon Musk and Tesla have been spreading around the world thanks to the CEO’s involvement in the Trump administration. Now those protests are listed as an official “risk factor” in paperwork Tesla is required to file with federal regulators. The new language, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Wednesday morning, shows […]
PayPal Will Reward You for Using Its Cryptocurrency, but You Still Shouldn't
How-To Geek / 12h
PayPal has offered its own cryptocurrency for a while, called PayPal USD, intended for peer-to-peer transfers and commerce payments. The company is now rolling out a rewards program that turns your PYUSD balance into something resembling a high-yields savings account, but most people shouldn’t use it.
Can Apple Silicon Macs Compete with Windows for Gaming?
How-To Geek / 12h
Apple silicon Macs are fantastic devices for productivity and surprisingly solid gaming machines. But can they take the fight to Windows, the best PC gaming platform out there? The jury's still out on this one, but there's reason for optimism.
The First Predator: Badlands Teaser Promises a Hell of a Team Up
Gizmodo / 12h
Who had the Predator fighting a giant kaiju on their bingo card?
OpenAI makes its upgraded image generator available to developers
28TechCrunch / 12h
OpenAI on Wednesday brought the tech behind its new and improved image generation feature in ChatGPT to its API, allowing developers to integrate it into their apps and services. OpenAI’s new image generator, which launched for most ChatGPT users in late March, went viral for its ability to create realistic Ghibli-style photos and “AI action figures.” […]
Ghost of Yōtei comes to PS5 on October 2
Engadget / 12h
The wait is (kind of) almost over. Ghost of Yōtei will be available for PS5 on October 2. This is a sequel to the 2020 hit Ghost of Tsushima and was first announced last year . It’s a PS5 exclusive, as it’s developed by Sony-owned Sucker Punch. It doesn’t follow the story of Ghost of Tsushima . Rather, it’s an original adventure with new characters that's set in a new era. Ghost of Yōtei takes pl
SpaceX Curveball Sends Experimental Reentry Capsule Off Course
Gizmodo / 12h
The recoverable spacecraft reentered off the coast of Brazil in the Atlantic Ocean instead of the Indian Ocean, and therefore could not be recovered.
Keurig just launched its Price Lock Event — heres everything you need to know
Mashable / 12h
SAVE 25%: Shoppers who sign up for auto-delivery with Keurig today will save 25% and lock in their discounted price through the end of the year. Current auto-delivery customers also lock in current prices. Opens in a new window Credit: Keurig Keurig 'Price Lock Event' As prices continue to rise, brands nationwide are reassuring customers by freezing prices or alerting shoppers to deals and discou
Max password-sharing crackdown begins: Heres how to navigate it
Mashable / 12h
Password sharing keeps getting harder and harder. After months of updates , Max this week became the latest streamer to crack down on folks sharing passwords, following the lead of competitors like Netflix and Disney+ . On Tuesday, Max announced a new feature, Extra Member Add-On, which is seemingly focused on charging folks for sharing passwords. Similar to other streaming platforms which have p
May the savings be with you: The best Lego Star Wars Day deals in the galaxy
Mashable / 12h
The Best Lego Star Wars Day Deals Best Lego Star Wars Starship Deal Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon $67.95 (Save $17.04) Best Lego Star Wars Character Deal Lego Star Wars Chewbacca $172.90 (Save $27.09) Best Lego Star Wars Helmet Deal Lego Star Wars Darth Vader Helmet $65.99 (Save $14) It may not be May 4 yet (May the 4th be with you), but Lego Star Wars Day is already upon us next week. That me
Don't miss these 5 movies leaving Max soon, all with over 85% on Rotten Tomatoes
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
You can always count on Max for a show-stopping drama, but you never know when it could get rid of that one movie you've been relying on it for. Luckily, that's what we're here for, and you can bet that we've had our eagle eyes peeled for the titles leaving Max soon. There are five stand-outs that have limited time left on one of the best streaming services and now is the time to make the most of
MG and Zeekr show us the future of electric SUVs – and it includes the return of pop-up headlights
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Zeekr and MG showcased new models at the Shanghai Motor Show The MG Cyber X brings back pop-up headlights Zeekr’s 9X is gunning for Bentley and Rolls-Royce with opulent styling Both MG and Zeekr have joined a plethora of Chinese brands in showcasing exciting new models at this year’s Shanghai Motor Show. Sitting at the more affordable end of the spectrum, MG unveiled the second in its fashion-for
An essential Google Messages group-chat feature finally looks set to launch soon
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
The latest Google Messages beta hides a working version of group chat muting The feature requires some effort to get working, but seems likely to be launching soon There's no word on a release date yet Earlier this month we reported on rumors that suggested Google Messages would be getting a snooze feature so you can temporarily turn off group chat notifications, and now it looks even more likely
AI Is Spreading Old Stereotypes to New Languages and Cultures
64Wired / 12h
Margaret Mitchell, an AI ethics researcher at Hugging Face, tells WIRED about a new dataset designed to test AI models for bias in multiple languages.
YouTube Turns 20: From ‘Lazy Sunday’ to ‘Hot Ones’
100+NYT > Technology / 12h
The video-streaming platform has revolutionized how we watch things. Here’s a timeline of its biggest moments.
What's New on Netflix in May 2025
Lifehacker / 12h
Netflix's May slate kicks off with a new comedy miniseries starring Tina Fey and Steve Carell: The Four Seasons (May 1) is an adaptation of Alan Alda's 1981 film in which three married couples take one of their quarterly weekend getaways, on which they discover that one is about to divorce. The series also features Marco Calvani, Colman Domingo, Will Forte, Erika Henningsen, and Kerri Kenney-Silv
JetBlue launches TrueBlue redemptions on Japan Airlines flights to Tokyo and beyond
The Points Guy / 12h
There’s a new way to redeem JetBlue TrueBlue points on long-haul international flights — specifically, to Japan and beyond. JetBlue on Wednesday announced it’s stepping up its partnership with Japan Airlines. Going forward, JAL will become a “redeem” partner of JetBlue — meaning, you can redeem your TrueBlue points for flights on the Tokyo-based carrier. SEAN CUDAHY/THE POINTS GUY That’s certainl
You can trick Google's AI Overviews into explaining made-up idioms
Engadget / 12h
As Big Tech pours countless dollars and resources into AI , preaching the gospel of its utopia-creating brilliance, here's a reminder that algorithms can screw up. Big time. The latest evidence: You can trick Google's AI Overview (the automated answers at the top of your search queries) into explaining fictional, nonsensical idioms as if they were real. According to Google's AI Overview (via @gre
Amazon Is Clearing Out Its Top-Picked Eufy Security Video Doorbell at an All-Time Low
Gizmodo / 12h
No more having to get up from your sofa to see who's darkening your doorstep.
Schengen Flights Within Europe: Logistics Explained
28One Mile at a Time / 12h
The logistics surrounding travel can be complicated, especially when it comes to traveling internationally . In this post, I want to talk a bit about the Schengen Area, and the implications of this for travelers. I know that for some people, this will be super obvious, but for others, it can be quite confusing. The basics of Europe’s Schengen Area Within Europe, there are 29 countries that are pa
Best-ever offer on the IHG Business card ending soon: Earn up to 200,000 points
100+The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. If you have upcoming travel to any of IHG’s brands — including Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Crowne Plaza, Kimpton, InterContinental and Hotel Indigo — an IHG cobranded card can save you hundreds of dollars year after year. And that’s not even factoring in these juicy welcome bonuses. The business card
These are the best times to buy an international flight
The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. If you’re planning an international trip and trying to pinch pennies, don’t stress too much about your airfare budget. Just plan ahead and study the best times to book. While you can often find great deals year-round thanks to regular flash sales from the biggest airlines, you can’t always rely on the timi
Roku's Pro Series is our favorite budget mini-LED 4K TV, and now it's launching a much cheaper model
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Roku's Pro and Plus Series TV models are getting some upgrades Custom factory calibration is arriving on the Roku Pro Series The Plus Series is getting mini-LED backlighting and a host of software improvements Today, streaming stick and smart TV maker Roku announced a range of enhancements for its current Roku Pro and Roku Plus Series models, as well as a new 85-inch screen size option for its en
Black Mirror season 7 is a bigger hit than Ransom Canyon on Netflix – here are 3 similar series with over 90% on Rotten Tomatoes
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Black Mirror season 7 is sitting right at the top of Netflix's streaming TV chart. With 10.6 million views in the past week, it's even more popular than Ransom Canyon , which is clocking in at 7.2 million views so far. It's clear that when it comes to viewing numbers, Black Mirror is pretty much review-proof: it's racking up big numbers, despite some critics suggesting that one of the best Netfli
Pre-order Switch 2: At What Exact Time Can You Purchase the New Console?
Gizmodo / 12h
No matter where you are in the U.S., here’s when you can pre-order the Nintendo Switch 2.
Engadget's favorite videos from 20 years of YouTube
Engadget / 12h
For those of us who've been on the internet for decades, today is a big milestone: the 20th anniversary of the first video uploaded to YouTube. That happened way back on April 23, 2005, only about a year and a half before Google made the shrewd move of purchasing the site. That first video is the all-time classic 19-second clip "Me at the zoo," the kind of video that came to define early YouTube.
Apple and Meta face hundreds of millions in fines under EU tech law
Mashable / 12h
It's the ambition of every tech company to be first, but maybe not this kind of first. Apple and Meta are being forced to pay up hundreds of millions of dollars by the European Commission, making them the first companies to be fined for violations under the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) . SEE ALSO: Meta on trial: Every revelation from the Meta-FTC antitrust trial so far Announced on
Get a Shark FlexStyle for $199.99 when you go the refurbished route
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $100: As of April 23, get a certified renewed Shark FlexStyle HD430 air styling system for $199.99 at Shark's website. That's $100 off the regular refurb price and $40 less than the current sale price on a brand new FlexStyle . Opens in a new window Credit: Shark Shark FlexStyle Straight & Wavy (certified renewed) $199.99 at Shark $299.99 Save $100 Some might say spending money on a new beau
Elon Musk Realizes He's Dragging Tesla Into Ruin
58Futurism / 12h
Tesla CEO Elon Musk's plundering of the federal government has been incredibly bad for business. The EV maker released its first-quarter earnings on Tuesday, reporting that its net income had cratered an astonishing 71 percent since the first quarter of last year. Total revenue is down nine percent, while sales have slid 13 percent between January and March compared to the same period last year.
Intel may be preparing to lay off 20 percent of its staff
Engadget / 12h
Intel is reportedly preparing to further reduce its headcount, this time by laying off more than 20 percent of its employees. It could announce a plan to do so as soon as this week. The struggling company had 108,900 employees at the end of last year, so it may be set to cut tens of thousands of jobs. According to a Bloomberg source, the aim of the downsizing is to streamline management operation
Andor Season 2 Kicks Off With the Empire Seeking to Twist the Rebellion for Its Benefit
36Gizmodo / 12h
The road to Rogue One: A Star Wars Story continues on Disney+.
