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Seth Meyers mocks Trumps Kennedy Center hosting announcement
37Mashable / 1h
In yet another rambling press conference , President Donald Trump has announced that he will be hosting the upcoming Kennedy Center Honors, telling a story about how he kept being asked to host the awards ceremony and kept saying no before finally caving in. Reacting to the clip on Late Night , Seth Meyers was anything but convinced. "Well, I think you deserve the award for best original screenpl
Why You Can’t Trust a Chatbot to Talk About Itself
100+Wired / 3h
Anytime you expect AI to be self-aware, you’re in for disappointment. That’s just not how it works.
IKEA NATTBAD Review: A Low-Cost Bluetooth Speaker Trying to Blend In
How-To Geek / 2h
The IKEA NATTBAD is a simple Bluetooth speaker with more style than substance. It can pair with other speakers to create a larger sound system and uses Spotify Tap, but after spending time with it, the $50 speaker just isn’t anything to get excited about.
HTC takes on Meta with the Vive Eagle smart glasses
Engadget / 4min
HTC is once again attacking the wearable space with a pair of new smart glasses, the company announced. The Vive Eagle is a rival to Meta's Ray-Ban glasses with a fashion-foward lightweight design, open ear audio, voice-activated AI and an ultra-wide AI-powered camera. They look promising, if a bit expensive, but will only be available in Taiwan to start with. The Taiwanese firm clearly noticed t
New 10,000 Sq Ft San Diego T1 Priority Pass Lounge Opens With New Terminal—Rooftop Outdoor Space, Showers, Full F&B
View from the Wing / 5min
San Diego airport is getting an Escape Lounge, which are especially nice common use lounges generally accessible with Priority Pass. Continue reading ...
Chromebooks for College Students: What You Need to Know Before Buying
How-To Geek / 6min
Chromebooks have become one of the most popular computing solutions in schools, colleges, and even some companies in the private sector. They're affordable and easy to use, so you may be tempted to get one for college instead of a Mac or Windows system.
Sam Altman finally stood up to Elon Musk after years of X trolling
Ars Technica - All content / 8min
Much attention was paid to OpenAI's Sam Altman and xAI's Elon Musk trading barbs on X this week after Musk threatened to sue Apple over supposedly biased App Store rankings privileging ChatGPT over Grok. But while the heated social media exchanges were among the most tense ever seen between the two former partners who cofounded OpenAI—more on that below—it seems likely that their jabs were motiva
The iPhone 17 Pro could cost $50 more than its predecessor – here’s what that might mean for other configurations
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9min
The iPhone 17 Pro will reportedly cost $50 more than the iPhone 16 Pro However, it's also said to start with twice as much storage Based on this and other leaks, we've predicted pricing for every iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max configuration It’s now looking very likely that the iPhone 17 series – and in particular the iPhone 17 Pro – will cost more than the iPhone 16 series, with
Soundcore Space A40 earbuds are down to their best-ever price at Amazon
Mashable / 12min
SAVE OVER $30: As of Aug. 14, the Soundcore by Anker Space A40 earbuds are on sale for $44.58 at Amazon. This is 44% off and marks a return to their best-ever price . Opens in a new window Credit: Soundcore Soundcore by Anker Space A40 Earbuds $44.58 at Amazon $79.99 Save $35.41 Noise-canceling earbuds can be a pricy investment. Thankfully, there are some quality budget-friendly earbuds available
Channeling the best of its top-end mouse tech, Razer's latest iteration of its Wolverine V3 Pro controller could be perfect for those looking to gain an edge in competitive play
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 23min
Razer's Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC has been released, an evolution of the Wolverine V3 Pro controller The controller features Razer’s 8000 Hz HyperPolling tech, which is also offered in Razer's impressive Viper 8K gaming mouse, for the best input response A Razer Wolverine V3 Tournament Edition 8K PC is also available for purchase Razer has announced the launch of its Wolverine V3 Pro 8K PC, a next-g
Microsoft's new print feature will mean an end to secrets being left in the printer for everyone to see
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 38min
Universal Print anywhere, or pull printing, is now generally available for Microsoft 365 Users authenticate print jobs when they arrive at their chosen printer It avoids privacy blunders and waste from duplicates Microsoft has released 'Universal Print anywhere' for all Microsoft 365 organizations at no extra cost, all in a bid to improve security by avoiding erroneous prints to wrong locations.
Tearing your hair out because you can't sign up for Windows 10 extended updates? New patch fixes annoying bug and makes support to October 2026 available for all
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 38min
Windows 10 has a new update for August It rolls out the offer of extended support until October 2026 to everyone Microsoft has also fixed a bug that caused the sign-up process to crash Windows 10's latest update is an important one in terms of the impending End of Life for the operating system, as it rolls out the offer of extended support (beyond October 2025) to all users – and fixes a bug that
I Replaced My Mac With an iPad for an Entire Week. It Went as Well as You’d Expect
Wired / 58min
The latest iPadOS makes Apple’s tablet behave more like a Mac than ever. Can an iPad now finally replace a Mac for everyone? We find out.
UK immigration system targeted by hackers - dangerous new phishing campaign hits Sponsorship Management System
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Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Mimecast uncovers phishing campaign targeting the UK Home Office Accounts are being stolen through phishing emails and fake websites The fake sites are almost indistinguishable A phishing campaign has been uncovered by Mimecast researchers targeting the Home Office Sponsorship Management System (SMS). The main aim of the campaign appear to be to compromise access to accounts, which can then be so
“Sit Yourself Down”: 6’6 Man Stops Passenger Who Twice Escaped Restraints After Racist Rampage
View from the Wing / 1h
The crew slapped restraints on him. Twice. He broke free both times. The second time, a 6'6" ex-football player on the flight manhandled him back down like a toddler into a car seat. "Sit your ass down," he apparently told the man, Continue reading ...
How to watch Premier League 2025/26 on Peacock from anywhere
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Watch Premier League on Peacock NBC is the exclusive home network of the EPL in the US, wrapping up the rights until at least 2028. Every single game of the 2025/26 Premier League season is available to stream on Peacock – with many live as they happen – and you can watch them all online from anywhere with a VPN . Season dates: August 15 2025 – May 24 2026 Stream every match: Peacock Download a V
How to watch Rugby Championship 2025: free live streams and key dates
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Watch Rugby Championship 2025 live streams with the Springboks taking on the challenge for their title from the Wallabies, All Blacks and Pumas between this August and October. Below we have all the info on how to watch Rugby Championship from anywhere in the world with details on worldwide TV channels, broadcasters, free streams and start times. South Africa and New Zealand are the top two ranke
BMW Championship 2025 live stream: how to watch the golf online, schedule
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Stream BMW Championship live on ESPN Plus or Sling (50% off) Stream from abroad with NordVPN (save 74% today) Round 1 coverage starts Thursday, August 14 at 2.15pm BST / 9.15am ET The top 50 in the FedExCup Playoffs (minus Sepp Straka, who's putting his feet up because he's already secured a Tour Championship slot), are in action at the BMW Championship at Caves Valley Golf Club in Maryland this
Nicole Byer has a brutal response to Trumps Kennedy Center hosting announcement
Mashable / 1h
Nicole Byer has only been guest hosting on Jimmy Kimmel Live! for three days, but she's already managed to land some solid blows on the president . Wednesday night was no exception, with Byer playing a clip of Donald Trump announcing that he'll be hosting the upcoming Kennedy Center Honors. Her response? "No you guys, I'm glad he's hosting this! I mean let him host the Emmys, the Grammys, a podca
Score a 75-inch 2025 Roku Smart TV for its lowest-ever price at Amazon
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SAVE $170: As of Aug. 14, the 75-inch 2025 Roku Smart TV is on sale for $529.99 at Amazon. This is 24% off its list price of $699.99, allowing you to save $170. Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku 75-Inch Smart TV (2025) $529.99 at Amazon $699.99 Save $170 Finding a good TV deal doesn't just happen during major sales. Occasionally, retailers like Amazon will drop some great deals outside of t
Save on the White Flare Elite Trainer Box and grab top Black Bolt and White Flare singles at lower prices
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SAVE $0.96: As of Aug. 14, the Pokémon TCG White Flare Elite Trainer Box is $83.99 at TCGPlayer , compared to $84.95 at Amazon . Plus, key singles from Black Bolt and White Flare are now cheaper than launch. Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG White Flare Elite Trainer Box $83.99 at TCGPlayer $84.95 Save $0.96 If you have been holding off on picking up the Scarlet & Viol
Save over $10 on the Pokémon TCG Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box at TCGPlayer
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SAVE $10.66: As of Aug. 14, the Pokémon TCG Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box is $88 at TCGPlayer , compared to $100.66 at Amazon . Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box $88 at TCGPlayer $100.66 Save $12.66 If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to grab the Scarlet & Violet — Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box, this might be it. TCGPlayer is offering
Save almost $5 on the Pokémon TCG Prismatic Evolutions Eevee 2-pack blister
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SAVE $4.73: As of Aug. 14, the Pokémon TCG Prismatic Evolutions Eevee two-pack blister is $29.03 at TCGPlayer, compared to $33.76 at Amazon . Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Pokémon TCG Prismatic Evolutions Eevee 2-Pack Blister $29.03 at TCGPlayer $33.76 Save $4.73 If you want a quick hit of the Scarlet & Violet — Prismatic Evolutions expansion without committing to a bigger box
UPS Boeing 747 Makes Wild, Fiery Taipei Landing During Typhoon
25One Mile at a Time / 1h
I guess we should be happy this didn’t have a worse ending, but my goodness… UPS Boeing 747-8’s wild landing caught on video This incident happened on the night of Wednesday, August 13, 2025, and involves UPS flight 5X61, which was operating from Hong Kong (HKG) to Taipei (TPE). The flight was operated by a seven-year-old Boeing 747-8 with the registration code N613UP . The flight took off from H
The Future of EV Charging Can Be Found at Your Local Gas Station
Wired / 1h
After a six-month pause, $5 billion in US federal electric-vehicle-charging money is now flowing back to the states—with a new catch that could make some gas station operators very happy.
The First Federal Cybersecurity Disaster of Trump 2.0 Has Arrived
20Wired / 1h
The breach of the US Courts records system came to light more than a month after the attack was discovered. Details about what was exposed—and who’s responsible—remain unclear.
A shocking number of businesses don't have cyber insurance - here's why you should fix that immediately
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Report finds around half of UK&I businesses don't have any form of cyber insurance This is despite brokers predicting rising claims and premiums Ransomware continues to grow and affect UK&I businesses Around half of UK & Ireland businesses lack any form of cyber insurance, despite rising instances of threats, new research has warned. A report from Arctic Wolf found 70% of UK&I insurance brokers a
Google's Find Hub will soon get a big satellite location-sharing upgrade for Android fans – here’s how it'll work
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Evidence of satellite location-sharing in Find Hub is spotted Google had previously promised the feature was on the way It seems you'll be able to share your location via pings every 15 minutes Google's Find Hub is the place to go to find out where your devices and your friends and family have got to, and there's a big upgrade on the way in the form of location-sharing over satellite, for those t
The US could really use an affordable electric truck
MIT Technology Review / 1h
On Monday, Ford announced plans for an affordable electric truck with a 2027 delivery date and an expected price tag of about $30,000, thanks in part to a new manufacturing process that it says will help cut costs. This could be the shot in the arm that the slowing US EV market needs . Sales are slowing , and Ford in particular has struggled recently—the automaker has lost $12 billion over the la
The Anker Solix C300 portable power station is $100 off right now at Amazon
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $100: As of Aug. 14, the Anker Solix C300 portable power station is on sale for $149.99 at Amazon. This is 40% off its list price of $249.99, allowing you to save $100. Opens in a new window Credit: Anker Anker Solix C300 DC Power Bank Station $149.99 at Amazon $249.99 Save $100 The weather is still perfect for an outdoor adventure, and if you're looking to get in a little camping trip befor
This portable power station is perfect for camping trips — get the Jackery Explorer 300 for its best-ever price
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SAVE $90: As of Aug. 14, the Jackery Explorer 300 is on sale for $169 at Amazon. That's a 35% saving on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 300 $169 at Amazon $259 Save $90 A portable power station is always something to have on hand. Whether you want to stay connected on camping trips or just want to be prepared for power cuts, having something stashed away is
I love that Alien: Earth trillionaire Boy Kavalier takes calls with his feet
Mashable / 1h
The Xenomorph isn't the only powerful being in FX's Alien: Earth series, with the heads of five major corporations calling the shots on our planet and its neighbours. The newest of these organisations, Prodigy, is led by young founder Boy Kavalier, a bratty trillionaire with a massive ego played to perfection by Mary and George , Black Mirror , and The French Dispatch star Samuel Blenkin. Though
New Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini expected imminently, both sporting upgraded Apple chipsets
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Apple TV upgrade from A15 Bionic to A17 Pro Apple's new wireless chip in Apple TV and HomePod mini Could arrive any time between now and the holidays Apple's excellent Apple TV 4K is getting a big upgrade any day now, and the second-generation HomePod mini's getting a speed bump too. That's according to the latest leaked news leaked by, er, Apple. As AppleInsider reports, details in Apple's own c
Assassin's Creed Shadows devs tease the return of some past series lore, including the Assassin vs. Templar conflict, the Isu, and a modern-day storyline – 'You can expect it to be expanded at some point, in some fashion'
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
The Assassin's Creed Shadows developers have teased the return of the Assassin vs. Templar conflict One developer said fans can expect the series' modern-day storytelling and the Isu will "be expanded at some point, in some fashion" They also responded to the fate of Basim and whether players will see the character again Ubisoft has confirmed that the Assassin's Creed series' Assassin vs. Templar
Want a new Google Calendar feature rolled out straight away? It's simple - just be a tech CEO
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
Stripe co-founder John Collison took to X to request a Google Calendar feature Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai confirmed it had been added just one month later Social media users are mocking Collison's power Following a recent request from Stripe co-founder John Collison (via an X post ), Google has added a new feature to its Calendar, proving the company does indeed listen to customer requests (even
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for August 14, 2025
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 Mini crossword answers, hints for August 14, 2025
Mashable / 2h
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times ' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it. So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustr
9 ways to spot an AI-generated viral video
Mashable / 2h
AI-generated video has gotten way too good. Scary good , actually. Because of that, our feeds are flooded with suspiciously perfect clips — like impossibly cute animals bouncing on trampolines — racking up millions of views across TikTok, Shorts, and Reels. With AI content blending seamlessly into our scroll, it's not always easy to know what’s real. So, how can you tell if a viral video is AI-ge
The Webb telescopes look at an Earth-size alien planet was bleak
Mashable / 2h
As scientists delve deeper into a star system with seven rocky worlds , the prospect of one being a habitable planet seems to be quickly fading. Researchers who used the James Webb Space Telescope , a joint partnership of NASA and its European and Canadian counterparts, determined the third planet from the TRAPPIST-1 star is unlikely to have air. For anyone keeping count, that's strike three for
The unseen risks creators face when they get political
Mashable / 2h
The Supreme Court has been asked to take up a case that could overturn the 2015 ruling legalizing same-sex marriage, and Tefi Pessoa , a lifestyle creator with 1.9 million TikTok followers , can't understand why more LGBTQ+ creators aren't talking about it. "How is anyone LGBTQIA+ in America right now and not talking about gay marriage?" she posted to her Instagram Stories on Tuesday. In another
Whats new to streaming this week? (Aug. 15, 2025)
Mashable / 2h
Looking for something great to watch at home? Streaming subscribers are spoiled for choice between Hulu, Netflix, HBO Max, Disney+, Apple TV+, Prime Video, Shudder, Paramount+, Peacock, and more. And that's before you even look at the vast libraries of movies and television programs within each streamer! SEE ALSO: The 10 best TV shows of 2025 (so far), and where to stream them Don't be overwhelme
Get a refurbished Apple Watch Series 7 for 68% off
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Refurbished Apple Watch Series 7 for $154.99 (68% savings) gives you all the premium features without the premium price. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Refurbished Apple Watch Series 7 (GPS + Cellular, 45mm) $154.99 $499 Save $344.01 Want the Apple Watch experience without the Apple Watch price tag? A refurbished Apple Watch Series 7 (GPS + Cellular, 45mm) gets you all the features yo
Unlock your Mac’s secret menu for $30
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TL;DR: MacPilot gives you lifetime access to 1,200+ hidden Mac features for $29.97 with code MAC10 (MSRP: $99) through September 7. Opens in a new window Credit: MacPilot MacPilot Lifetime License $29.97 $99 Save $69.03 with code MAC10 Your Mac is capable of so much more than what you see on the surface — it’s just hiding the good stuff behind menus you’ve never opened and settings you didn’t kno
Just $35 gets you 18 ethical hacking courses you own forever
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TL;DR: 18 courses. 132 hours. Lifetime access. Learn ethical hacking at your own pace for just $34.97. Opens in a new window Credit: StackCommerce The All-in-One Super-Sized Ethical Hacking Bundle $34.97 $1,098 Save $1,063.03 If you’ve ever wanted to break into ethical hacking — or just sharpen your cybersecurity chops — this All-in-One Super-Sized Ethical Hacking Bundle delivers exactly what you
Get a sleek, foldable charging design meets triple-device convenience for $40
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TL;DR: A sleek, foldable MagFold 3-in-1 Qi2 Magnetic Wireless Charging Pad that powers your phone, watch, and earbuds at once — fast, safe, and travel-ready. Opens in a new window Credit: Rochas Divine Mart MagFold 3-in-1 Qi2 Magnetic Wireless Charging Pad (Grey) $39.99 $59.99 Save $20 If your nightstand or desk looks more like a spaghetti plate of tangled charging cables than a piece of furnitur
How to safely chat with an AI boyfriend
Mashable / 2h
On the artificial intelligence companion platform Character.AI, the site's 20 million daily users can engage in private, lengthy conversations with chatbots based on famous characters and people like Clark Kent, Black Panther, Elon Musk, and the K-pop group BTS. There are also chatbots that belong to broad genres — coach, best friend, anime — all prompted by their creators to adopt unique and spe
I dated Character.AIs popular boyfriends, and parents should be worried
Mashable / 2h
From the beginning, the Character.AI chatbot named Mafia Boyfriend let me know about his central hangup — other guys checking me out. He said this drove him crazy with jealousy. If he noticed another man's eyes on my body, well, things might get out of control. When I asked what Xildun — Mafia Boyfriend's proper name — meant by this, the chatbot informed me that he'd threatened some men and physi
Everything you need to know about AI companions
Mashable / 2h
The artificial intelligence boom is here, which means companies large and small are racing to introduce consumers to new products hyped as life-changing. Enter the AI companion. These aren't chatbots in the style of ChatGPT , Claude, and Gemini , though many people relate to those products like they would a friend or romantic partner . Instead, the AI companion is specifically designed for emotio
The 6 best ChatGPT features for free users
Mashable / 2h
ChatGPT curious, but don't want to pay for a subscription? OpenAI offers a free tier for ChatGPT with plenty of features for the casual user or someone trying to decide whether to invest in a paid plan. That includes access to OpenAI's newest model GPT-5 — but there's a catch. Users on the free ChatGPT plan get access to GPT-5, but with a capped usage rate. After that, you get bumped down to a le
DJI drones are still flying off shelves — here’s where to buy online
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: The DJI Mini 4K drone is available to purchase for $299 on Amazon. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon DJI Mini 4K Drone $299 at Amazon DJI is one of the biggest names in drones , with a strong reputation for creating incredible aerial shots. The DJI product range is the top choice of TikTokers , YouTubers , and filmmakers. That being said, we were surprised to see the DJI Mini 4K drone a
Jackery’s mighty Explorer 2000 Plus kit is heavily discounted right now at Amazon — save over $2,000
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SAVE OVER $2,000 : As of Aug. 14, the Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus Kit is on sale for $3,799 at Amazon. That's a 42% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 2000 Plus Kit $3,799 at Amazon $6,499 Save $2,700 If you've been wanting to invest in a solar-powered generator, we've found the perfect deal for you. As of Aug. 14, you can pick up the Jackery Explore
Man Jailed In Singapore For Using Stolen KrisFlyer Miles For Pastries & Phones
34One Mile at a Time / 2h
Recently, I covered the topic of the legality of selling airline miles , and also talked a bit about the world of mileage brokers . Along those lines, OMAAT reader Bruno pointed me to an interesting story about someone who was recently jailed in Singapore for using stolen miles. Singapore police catch man using stolen miles A 28-year-old Indonesian content creator and customer support service emp
Big Tech’s A.I. Boom Is Reordering the U.S. Power Grid
NYT > Technology / 3h
Electricity rates for individuals and small businesses could rise sharply as Amazon, Google, Microsoft and other technology companies build data centers and expand into the energy business.
What to expect at Apple's iPhone 17 event
Engadget / 3h
We're likely only around a month away (give or take) from Apple's next iPhone launch event . This year's shindig could see the thinnest iPhone to date joining the iPhone 17 lineup. Also on tap could be new Apple Watch models — including the first Ultra model in two years — and (maybe) the long-awaited AirPods Pro 3. Apple's iPhone family will likely welcome a new member this year. The iPhone Air
Turning creators into curators: AI implementation in DevOps
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
Generative AI has the potential to boost productivity in key parts of the technology sector, largely by automating repetitive and time-consuming tasks, with McKinsey projecting it could add between $2.6 trillion to $4.4 trillion in economic value each year. Software development is one particular area where automation and AI could make a huge difference. Due to the current digital skills shortage
The Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 power station is down to under $500 for a limited time
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SAVE $350 : As of Aug. 14, the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 is on sale for $448 at Amazon. That's a 44% saving on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 $448.99 at Amazon $799 Save $350.01 Whether you’re charging gear in the wild, keeping essentials running during a blackout, or powering a weekend road trip, the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 has you covered, and rig
Trump moves to eliminate environmental rules for space companies like SpaceX
51Mashable / 3h
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at dismantling environmental protection rules for commercial space companies. It seems that SpaceX and Blue Origin might not have to consider the environmental impact of their rocket launches so heavily in the future. SEE ALSO: Watch SpaceX's Starship explode in giant fireball during latest test Signed on Wednesday, the purpose of Trump's
B-Vibe 360 Plug Review: Backdoor Fun
Wired / 4h
The 360 Plug is a surprisingly good vibrator for beginners exploring backdoor fun.
Write your memoir with the help of AI for just £36.11
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TL;DR: Youbooks is a unique AI tool that combines AI models to write your book how you want it, and it’s only £36.11 for life. Opens in a new window Credit: Youbooks Youbooks - AI Non-Fiction Book Generator: Lifetime Subscription £36.11 £397.90 Save £361.79 If you’ve ever thought about writing a book but got stuck on where to start, Youbooks can help get you over that hurdle. This AI-powered plat
Navigating the modern security stack
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Cyber threats are becoming more advanced and persistent with a number of new tools at their disposal to carry out attacks against enterprises. Luckily, cybersecurity providers are rapidly innovating as well to keep these emerging threats at bay, and security teams are rethinking their general approach to protecting their critical assets with new solutions readily available. Among the most discuss
Fragmented security: the hidden threat undermining your cyber defenses
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Cyber attacks are making headlines with their growing frequency and complexity, but for global businesses, there’s another challenge that often slips under the radar. As companies focus on fending off the next big breach, many are overlooking a critical internal vulnerability: fragmented security born from the proliferation of connected assets. With every new innovation, the digital footprint of
The GenAI 'crutch': why teams must learn before they lean
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
It’s hard to argue with the productivity gains of GenAI tools like ChatGPT: tasks that once took hours now take minutes. But amid the rush to automate, a fundamental risk is emerging. GenAI is becoming a crutch. And if not careful, it could quietly erode the skills our teams need to remain effective, adaptable, and competitive in the long term. Business leaders must therefore encourage teams to ‘
From crawlers to AI agents: why untangling the new AI-powered web takes an intent-based approach
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
In May 2025 alone, DataDome detected 976 million requests from OpenAI-identified crawlers, and earlier this year saw request volume surge by 48% in just 48 hours following the launch of OpenAI’s Operator agent. Far from being an anomaly, these are clear signs of the ‘new normal’ of web traffic for businesses today. While bots and crawlers have been part of the internet for years, AI-powered auton
The Kryptos Key Is Going Up for Sale
Wired / 7h
Jim Sanborn is auctioning off the elusive solution to K4, the outdoor sculpture that sits at CIA headquarters.
How to watch the 2025 Vuelta a España online for free
Mashable / 7h
TL;DR: Live stream the 2025 Vuelta a España for free on SBS on Demand . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . It has been a busy few months for cycling fans. Following on from a number of high-profile Classics and the Tour de France , the Vuelta a España is here to deliver more action on two wheels. The likes of Jonas Vingegaard, Matteo Jorgenson, João A
Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on August 14, 2025
Mashable / 7h
We’re gradually approaching the half moon, moving step by step through the different stages of the lunar cycle. The lunar cycle is a series of eight unique phases of the moon's visibility. The whole cycle takes about 29.5 days, according to NASA , and these different phases happen as the Sun lights up different parts of the moon whilst it orbits Earth. So, what's happening with the moon tonight,
‘Weird Looking’ Otter Poo Reveals an Unexpected Role in Parasite Control
Gizmodo / 8h
Scientists know little about the elusive river otters living along the East Coast, but a new study inspired by one bizarre, smelly poop offers some much-needed insight.
OpenAI o3 checkmates Grok in a chess showdown, and it wasn't even close
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
OpenAI’s o3 defeated Elon Musk’s Grok 4 at chess Magnus Carlsen delivered biting commentary on the quality of Grok's logic Grok 4 made repeated blunders, while o3 played steady The AI chess tournament between OpenAI’s o3 model and xAI's Grok 4 invited plenty of speculation as a kind of proxy battle between the two companies and their respective CEOs. Any comparison to the days of Deep Blue and Bo
Amazon is reportedly testing a smaller version of the Kindle Colorsoft for a November release, but I'm not entirely convinced by the leaks
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
A Redditor has revealed what is possibly Amazon's next Kindle ereader It's supposedly a smaller – and potentially cheaper – version of the Kindle Colorsoft The prototype, called Kindle Petit Color, is rumored to have features never before seen on any ereader A Brazilian Redditor going by the username Successful_Bear4855 has today leaked pictures and offered personal insights into a prototype colo
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for August 14, 2025
Mashable / 9h
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
NYT Strands hints, answers for August 14 2025
Mashable / 9h
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
Wordle today: Answer, hints for August 14, 2025
Mashable / 9h
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
Hurdle hints and answers for August 14, 2025
Mashable / 9h
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 orders cull of regulations governing commercial rocket launches
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Wednesday directing government agencies to "eliminate or expedite" environmental reviews for commercial launch and reentry licenses. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), part of the Department of Transportation (DOT), grants licenses for commercial launch and reentry operations. The FAA is charged with ensuring launch and reentries don't enda
The Google Pixel 10 could have the iPhone 17 beat even before Apple’s phone arrives – here’s how
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
As we draw closer to the next Google product event, which will be held on August 20 , the Pixel 10 rumors are coming fast. One that’s caught my eye is how the standard next-generation Pixel could have a telephoto camera . Now I’m a big fan of telephoto cameras, which is why I tend to use Pro iPhones or Pixel phones, rather than their standard stablemates, which lack optical zoom cameras. But whil
Watch where you click - adult sites are hiding clickjacking malware in images, and all for Facebook likes
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Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
Malicious SVG files are being weaponized to secretly like Facebook posts without user consent Attackers hide obfuscated JavaScript in images to bypass detection and execute dangerous social media hijacks Trojan.JS.Likejack silently boosts targeted Facebook posts by exploiting active sessions of unsuspecting victims Security researchers have uncovered dozens of adult websites which are embedding m
13 Things United Airlines Does Well, From Routes, To Bedding, To Cold Brew
500+One Mile at a Time / 11h
In the spirit of positive reinforcement, in this post I’d like to share the things that I think United Airlines does well. In separate posts, I’m taking a look at the things that American Airlines and Delta Air Lines do well, as well as my least favorite things about the “big three” US carriers . Among US airlines, there’s no denying that United is the carrier that has been gaining the most momen
‘Friday the 13th’ Short ‘Sweet Revenge’ Is a Gruesomely Fun Jason Voorhees Return
Gizmodo / 12h
Watch the slasher icon's latest rampage in a new 13-minute film and read io9's interview with director Mike P. Nelson and star Ally Ioannides.
Report: Apple’s smart home ambitions include “tabletop robot,” cameras, and more
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Rumors about a touchscreen-equipped smart home device from Apple have been circulating for years, periodically bolstered by leaked references in Apple's software updates . But a report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman indicates that Apple's ambitions might extend beyond HomePods with screens attached. Gurman claims that Apple is working on a "tabletop robot" that "resembles an iPad mounted on a movab
Sling TV’s new flexible live TV deals are great for dodging subscriptions and should be the future of streaming services
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Sling TV is offering a new way to watch live TV without a subscription Customers can now buy a day, weekend or week pass to the platform From as little as $5, the new passes are available just in time for football season Sling TV is giving its customers more control and flexibility over their spending by offering new ways to access its live TV streaming platform. The service has launched a new $4
Economic woes dominate as Bolivia prepares to go to the polls
BBC News / 12h
The South American country is dealing with very high inflation ahead of its latest general election.
See you never, Jeremiah! Belly and Conrad’s reunion in The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 episode 6 feels more likely than ever, and I cannot wait
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
We’re now six episodes into The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 , and the Belly (Lola Tung), Jeremiah (Gavin Casalegno) and Conrad (Christopher Briney) love triangle is getting messier by the minute. As of episode 5 – which was told from Conrad’s perspective – we’ve