Government Workers Say Their Out-of-Office Replies Were Forcibly Changed to Blame Democrats for Shutdown
1KWired / 11h
Some employees at the Department of Education changed their responses back to the more neutral language, only to have it changed yet again to the partisan response, multiple sources tell WIRED.
Department of Energy cancels $7.5B of clean energy projects in mostly blue states
100+TechCrunch / 13h
The Trump administration canceled over 300 awards related to clean energy on October 1. The states most affected by the cuts voted for Democrat presidential candidate Kamala Harris.
Red Hat confirms major data breach after hackers claim mega haul
Latest from TechRadar / 16h
Red Hat breach is confirmed, but claims of data theft are yet to be determined.
After nine years of grinding, Replit finally found its market. Can it keep it?
TechCrunch / 26min
While AI coding startups like Cursor raise brow-raising rounds on barely three years of existence, Replit's path to a $3 billion valuation has been anything but swift.
Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on October 3
Mashable / 47min
We're slowly making our way through the lunar cycle, and we're just a few days away from the full moon. The lunar cycle is a 29.5-day cycle of eight distinct phases of the moon. According to NASA, these phases happen as the Sun lights up different portions of the moon while it orbits Earth. Keep reading to find out what you can spot in the night sky tonight, October 3. What is today’s moon phase?
How to watch the 2025 MotoGP Grand Prix of Indonesia online for free
Mashable / 47min
TL;DR: Live stream the 2025 MotoGP Grand Prix of Indonesia for free on ServusTV . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . We're slowly crawling to the end of the 2025 MotoGP season, so fans need to stop and really appreciate every remaining race weekend. So we're suggesting you cancel all your plans, block out the world, and follow all the action from the
Japan faces Asahi beer shortage after cyber-attack
BBC News / 1h
The drinks giant said this week that the attack had a major impact on its domestic operations.
Apple Takes Down ICE Tracking Apps Amid Trump Pressure Campaign
49NYT > Technology / 1h
Trump administration officials have issued several legal threats over ICEBlock, a popular app that allows users to alert others to the presence of nearby immigration agents.
Apple removes ICEBlock from the App Store after Trump administration's demand
Engadget / 2h
Apple has removed ICEBlock , the app which allowed users to put a pin on a map to show where ICE agents have recently been spotted, from the App Store. It has also pulled other apps that served a similar purpose. According to Fox Business , Attorney General Pam Bondi demanded their takedown, telling Apple that the apps were "designed to put ICE agents at risk just for doing their jobs." Bondi add
American AAdvantage Barclays Cards Discontinued, Transitioning To Citi
One Mile at a Time / 2h
This shouldn’t come as a surprise, but American Airlines’ co-branded Barclays credit cards are no longer open to new applicants, as the airline instead heads toward an exclusive agreement with Citi. American Barclays cards no longer open to new applicants As of October 2025, applications have been closed for the AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite Mastercard, which was Barclays’ last American cred
NYT Pips hints, answers for October 3, 2025
Mashable / 2h
Happy Friday and welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. Today's games make heavy use of "less than" and "greater than" areas, but we have all the tips you need to navigate them. Released in August 2025, the Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit. Currently, if you're stuck
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for October 3, 2025
Mashable / 2h
The NYT Connections puzzle today shouldn't be hard to solve if you're a theater kid. 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
NYT Strands hints, answers for October 3, 2025
Mashable / 2h
Today's NYT Strands hints will help you understand the flavor of today's puzzle. Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game, 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
Wordle today: Answer, hints for October 3, 2025
Mashable / 2h
Today's Wordle answer features a couple things that might trip people up regardless of their favorite starting word. 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. Today's NYT Wordle puzzle shouldn't be difficult to sol
Hurdle hints and answers for October 3, 2025
Mashable / 2h
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
TikTok recommends porn to children, says report
BBC News / 2h
Researchers find TikTok's algorithm recommends sexual content to newly-created child accounts.
Half of UK adults now regularly use mobile payments
64BBC News / 2h
Regular mobile payments surged across different age groups last year, new banking data suggests.
Successful Drone Interceptor Flight Tests
Next Big Future / 3h
Anduril and Zone 5 Technologies recently conducted successful test flights of drone interceptor prototypes and have received additional funding to refine the technology, the Defense Department announced Monday. Following Anduril and Zone 5’s recent successful flight demonstrations, both vendors received additional funding to further refine their rapid prototypes, integrate their systems with the m
US 3rd Army Testing Drone Factories in Shipping Containers
Next Big Future / 3h
Army 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade 3D printing K9 Genesis UAV. Printed, components sourced, and fully assembled on base referencing our fully open source wiki, files, & guides. Soldiers from the Hunter Army Airfield Innovation Center received initial training on the Expeditionary Manufacturing Cell or xCell, 3d-printer system, at Ft. Stewart and then manufactured around 90 ... Read more
Musicians, meet your (ethical) AI bandmates
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Aiode’s new AI music platform gives artists collaborative and ethically sourced AI bandmates.
This Is How Android Will Restrict Sideloading Next Year
How-To Geek / 4h
Bad news. Android, which has for years been pretty democratic when it comes to sideloading, is locking things down a lot starting next year. The company has now gone into detail on how this will work, and while there's some silver linings, it might still be bleak for some of you.
Bluehost owner offloads business domain registrar Markmonitor to focus on its web hosting segment - and its seven million customers
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Com Laude acquires Markmonitor for $450 million, while Newfold Digital refocuses on web hosting with Bluehost and Network Solutions.
EgyptAir Plans Cairo To Chicago & Los Angeles Flights In 2026
51One Mile at a Time / 4h
EgyptAir is planning on launching two new routes to the United States, including its longest flight yet… EgyptAir adding Chicago & Los Angeles routes EgyptAir has filed with the Department of Transportation (DOT), requesting permission to launch flights to Los Angeles (LAX) as of May 2026, and Chicago (ORD) as of June 2026. EgyptAir wants to launch two new United States routes The airline is requ
Trump admin defiles even the “out of office” email auto-reply
40Ars Technica - All content / 5h
At this point, you sort of expect Donald Trump's big-picture assaults on free speech, foreigners, and the rule of law. (Sometimes, as in the case of the new outright attack on US higher ed , all three are packaged in one convenient wrapper.) Although troubling and dangerous, these kinds of attacks are all at least predictably unhinged; most are drawn from the standard authoritarian playbook or it
The Best and Worst of Six Flags Fright Fest 2025
Gizmodo / 5h
Six Flags Magic Mountain's annual Halloween event is running through November 2.
I’ve used the Sony WH-CH720N headphones for 2 years, and they’re still an exceptional buy at under $200
Mashable / 5h
Mid-range headphones aren’t popular right now. That’s because consumers are finding more value in budget and high-end models. In the case of the Sony WH-CH720N , you’re looking at mid-range headphones that offer the best of both worlds — premium hallmarks at an attainable price point. The Sony WH-CH720N have been fluctuating in price recently. At retail, they go for $179.99, which is still a grea
Amazon to resume drone delivery following crash in Arizona
25TechCrunch / 5h
Investigations by the National Transportation Safety Board and Federal Aviation Administration are underway.
Mesa Card Earns Points For Mortgages, Rarely Offers A Bonus—50K Points Available Until October 15
View from the Wing / 6h
The no-fee Mesa Card lets you earn airline miles on your mortgage plus 3x on daycare, insurance and even taxes—and right now it’s offering a rare 50,000-point bonus through October 15. Continue reading ...
The people turning to AI for dating and relationship advice
BBC News / 6h
More people are turning to AI for help with their relationships, but is that a good idea?
Your chats with Meta AI will start affecting what ads you see on Facebook and Instagram
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Meta AI will use your conversations to adjust its ads and there's no way out.
This Is What the Potential ‘Star Trek: Enterprise’ Archer Spinoff Would’ve Been About
Gizmodo / 6h
Scott Bakula and 'Enterprise' writer-producer Michael Sussman had previously worked on the pitch, 'Star Trek: United,' before Paramount turned it down.
Blue Origin aims to land next New Glenn booster, then reuse it for Moon mission
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
There's a good bit riding on the second launch of Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket. Most directly, the fate of a NASA science mission to study Mars's upper atmosphere hinges on a successful launch. The second flight of Blue Origin's heavy-lifter will send two NASA-funded satellites toward the red planet to study the processes that drove Mars's evolution from a warmer, wetter world to the cold, dry
This orange silent mini PC will bring its AMD Ryzen Pro 8000 APU to a casino slot machine near you very soon - with more ports than we've ever seen on such a device
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Quixant Iqon3 mini PC combines Ryzen Pro 8000 power, workstation specifications, vast ports, and heavy security for gaming cabinets.
Game Pass Ultimate is still $20 a month if you buy pre-paid codes
Engadget / 6h
Microsoft may have made the unfortunate decision to raise the price of a Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscription to $30 a month, but you don't have to live by the company's rules — at least not yet. Most online retailers are still selling codes for prepaid Game Pass subscriptions at the original $20 a month price. That means you can pay $60 for three months of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate , stack your co
Hands-on with the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft: It looks like something Apple would have designed
Mashable / 7h
Earlier this week, I attended the Amazon fall hardware event , where the company introduced the newest members of its Kindle lineup — the new Kindle Scribe and Kindle Scribe Colorsoft. Alongside these e-readers, the company also introduced new Echo devices , new Fire TV products, and new Blink and Ring security cameras. As a big reader (I literally collect books, and currently own the Kindle Pape
A modder got the new Lego Game Boy to play real games
Mashable / 7h
Forget the Nintendo Switch 2 . Someone found a more creative way to play handheld Nintendo games in 2025. As you may or may not have heard, Lego finally released its Nintendo Game Boy model kit based on the classic early 90's handheld console this week. And it's not like we've been patiently awaiting this release since July . For $59.99, you can relive your childhood and maybe even share it with
Hades 2 is a fantastic modern epic – punishing, rewarding, and full of life, even in death
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Hades 2 has a lot to live up to in the looming shadow of one of the best roguelites ever, but it’s checked all the right boxes for me.
American Airlines saying goodbye to Barclays: Citi to be exclusive card partner
The Points Guy Articles / 7h
American Airlines has confirmed that as part of its newly exclusive deal with Citi, applications for the AAdvantage® Aviator® Red World Elite Mastercard® have been removed and the Barclays Aviator portfolio will eventually be transitioned to Citi in 2026. "We are proud to build on our 38-year card partnership with Citi by naming them as our exclusive issuer for our AAdvantage® cobranded credit ca
Hilton Honors Amex Business card review: Elite perks on a budget
The Points Guy Articles / 7h
Hilton Honors American Express Business Card overview The Hilton Honors American Express Business Card is a useful hotel business card. With mid-tier Hilton Gold elite status, car rental status and great earnings on Hilton purchases, it provides premium benefits (enrollment required for select benefits). If Hilton is your company's hotel chain of choice, this card could be a worthwhile addition t
Capital One miles vs. Chase Ultimate Rewards points: Which currency is better for your travels?
The Points Guy Articles / 7h
Chase Ultimate Rewards points or Capital One miles: Which camp are you in? Each transferable currency provides a wide suite of transfer partners and impressive travel portal rates, delivering outsize value. According to TPG's September 2025 valuations , the competition is close, with Chase Ultimate Rewards points being worth 2.05 cents each and Capital One miles worth 1.85 cents each. Just as imp
Matthew McConaughey Talks More About Shooting That Iconic One-Take ‘Interstellar’ Moment
Gizmodo / 7h
The actor broke down the scene from the Christopher Nolan sci-fi modern classic 10 years later.
Is Everyone Really Dating AI Chatbots?
Gizmodo / 7h
Survey says yes, instinct says no.
Strava sues Garmin in bizarre patent infringement lawsuit
Engadget / 7h
Fitness tech appears to be having a strange spat. Earlier this week, Strava filed a lawsuit alleging that Garmin infringed on its patents for two features related to tracking exercise routes: segments and heatmaps. It's also claiming that Garmin violated a Master Cooperation Agreement by developing its own heat map feature. The complaint (via The Verge) is seeking a permanent injunction to stop G
Google, Meta, and others think they've found the key to smoother mobile video streaming - but all isn't quite what it seems
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
AV1 promises smoother, lighter video streaming, but hardware gaps, energy demands, and inconsistent support complicate its widespread mobile adoption.
Two Amazon delivery drones crashed, prompting federal regulators to step in
Mashable / 7h
Two of Amazon's MK30 delivery drones crashed in Arizona on Wednesday morning, and now two federal agencies are stepping in to investigate what happened. Amazon also temporarily paused drone deliveries in the West Valley Phoenix Metro Area as a result of the crash. According to local news reports, like this TV segment from ABC15 Arizona , two Prime Air delivery drones crashed into a crane in Tolle
Why iRobot’s founder won’t go within 10 feet of today’s walking robots
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
When a robotics pioneer who has spent decades building humanoid machines recommends that you stand at least nine feet away from any full-sized walking robot, you should probably listen. "My advice to people is to not come closer than 3 meters to a full-size walking robot," Rodney Brooks writes in a technical essay titled "Why Today’s Humanoids Won’t Learn Dexterity" published on his blog last wee
RFK Jr. drags feet on COVID-19 vaccine recommendations, delaying shots for kids
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
As respiratory virus season draws near, no federal health official has signed off on recommendations for this year's updated COVID-19 vaccines, leaving the federal vaccination schedule without an update and access to the shots in limbo for some low-income children. According to reporting by Stat news earlier this week, two immunization program experts—who spoke on the condition of anonymity to av
Thousands of Overworked Air Traffic Controllers Are Now Doing Their Job With No Paycheck in Sight
Gizmodo / 7h
Air traffic controller union warns of reduced safety in aviation under shutdown
Police Pull Over Waymo to Check for Drunk Driving
Futurism / 8h
A few months ago, the San Francisco Chronicle documented a subtle shift in how Waymo robotaxis were navigating the roads: they were driving more like humans. Their behavior was more “assertive,” honking at drivers that cut them off, and getting a rolling start while waiting for a pedestrian to finish crossing the street. These weren’t just an aesthetic change — Waymo bragged that its cars’ human
Tesla Is Sued by Family Who Says Faulty Cybertruck Doors Led to Woman’s Death
200+NYT > Technology / 8h
A college student was trapped in a burning Cybertruck because electronic doors made it difficult for her to get out or be rescued, a lawsuit claims.
Delta Now Sells First Class For $26—Status Upgrades Are Dead
43View from the Wing / 8h
Delta is now selling first class upgrades for as little as $26. That's the lowest price I've ever seen, and points to how far they'll go to avoid offering complimentary upgrades to their best customers. They've been on a 10-year journey trying to phase out first class upgrades and they've nearly accomplished it. Continue reading ...
You could be eligible for an Amazon Prime refund from the $2.5 billion settlement – here's how to claim it
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Amazon’s $2.5 billion Prime settlement means eligible users may get refunds – here’s who qualifies and how to claim your share.
Channing Tatum fanboys over Sean Evans in Hot Ones interview
Mashable / 8h
Channing Tatum took on the spicy challenge of Hot Ones as part of the promotion cycle for his film Roofman . And to paraphrase Tatum's scene-stealing turn as Gambit in Deadpool & Wolverine , he does make a name for himself here. SEE ALSO: Keke Palmer kisses host Sean Evans during new 'Hot Ones' appearance Although Da Bomb reduces Tatum to giggle fits and a few tears, his journey through the Hot O
Woman’s Bruising From a Massage Gun Was a Sign of Something Far Worse: Scurvy
Gizmodo / 8h
Though rare today, cases of scurvy in the U.S. appear to be on the rise.
Dwayne Johnson, Benny Safdie, and Emily Blunt reveal the awkward moment that led to The Smashing Machine
Mashable / 8h
At a glance, it makes sense why Dwayne Johnson would want to make The Smashing Machine . A biographical drama about UFC fighter Mark Kerr, the new film from writer/director Benny Safdie explores the highs and lows in the ring and beyond it. But it wasn't Safdie, the celebrated co-helmer of Uncut Gems , that came to Johnson. It was the other way around. And yet the movie almost didn't happen, exce
If You Can't Activate iMessage After Updating to iOS 26, Try This
Lifehacker / 8h
Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source . When you updated your iPhone to iOS 26 , you were probably expecting to try out a bunch of new features . Maybe you were excited to see the new Liquid Glass design , or interested to see how the new spam prevention tech works . But
James Gunn Says the New Batman Should Be Here Before 2031
Gizmodo / 9h
'The Batman Part II' is coming in 2027 so could 'The Brave and the Bold' arrive in 2029?
Nespresso's five-star beginner-friendly coffee maker is now under $100 at Amazon
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Enjoy Nespresso for one of its lowest prices yet
The Asteroid Belt Is Vanishing
Gizmodo / 9h
Researchers calculated the rate at which the asteroid belt is gradually losing mass.
Creator of “AI Actress” Responds to Near-Universal Backlash
Futurism / 9h
Are moviegoers ever going to accept films created using AI? And just as importantly, will the creatives who work in the industry be cool with letting the tech play a heavy role in the filmmaking process? The bitter response to a new “AI actress” suggests that the answer to both questions, at least for now, is a ringing “no.” On Sunday, the creator of the digital acting persona named “Tilly Norwoo
Micron takes the HBM lead with fastest ever HBM4 memory with a 2.8TB/s bandwidth - putting it ahead of Samsung and SK Hynix
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Micron announces industry leading HBM4 with 2.8TB/s bandwidth and 11Gbps pin speeds, claiming performance advantage over Samsung and SK Hynix.
American Airlines Eliminating Carry-On Bag Sizers At Gates, But Why?
28One Mile at a Time / 9h
American Airlines is making a change that might seem unusual on the surface, as flagged by View from the Wing . However, the airline is simply following a competitor’s move, even if I can’t make much sense of it. American eliminating gate bag sizers, adding discretion As of Monday, October 6, 2025, American will start the process of removing carry-on bag sizers from all gate areas. There will sti
What HRV Is, and Why Your Fitness Watch Measures It
Lifehacker / 9h
Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source . Besides measuring heart rate and other metrics like steps, pretty much every fitness tracker and smartwatch measures heart rate variability, abbreviated as HRV. This measurement is the basis for recovery scores and stress readings,
Here's How I Batch Install All My Old Apps When Switching Linux Distros
24How-To Geek / 9h
Whether the year of the Linux desktop is here or not, switching distros is still a pain. If you're planning to make a move to another Linux distribution, here's how I batch-install all my old applications I was using on the previous one.
The best credit cards for Walmart shopping
The Points Guy Articles / 9h
Frequent Walmart shoppers know how much value the retail giant offers. In addition to getting great prices on everything from groceries and household goods to clothing and electronics, you can earn cash back and other benefits when you shop at Walmart using various rewards credit cards. In this post, we explore the best rewards credit cards for Walmart spending and show you how to combine those c
Crashout Crew looks like Overcooked-style mayhem from one of the studios behind Peak
Engadget / 9h
It's been quite the year for Aggro Crab. After stopping production on a sequel to Going Under (with funding issues and burnout both factoring into that decision ), the studio decided to focus on self-funded game jam projects before moving onto another big game. Some of the team collaborated with Content Warning developer Landfall to create Peak . With the help of clever marketing , that co-op cli
Apple shelves cheaper Vision Pro to focus on smart glasses, report says
Mashable / 9h
We all know the problem with the Apple Vision Pro: It's too expensive. Now, Apple is deprioritizing a more affordable follow-up to the futuristic VR headset to focus on Meta Ray-Ban-style smart glasses, a new report says. According to Bloomberg's Apple insider Mark Gurman , Apple has apparently moved employees off its Vision Pro redo in order to focus its teams on producing a competitor to Meta's
Amazon Is Finally Let Users Add More Items to Upcoming Deliveries
Gizmodo / 9h
It is no longer necessary to start a new order for any last minute shopping items.
Strava Sues Garmin Over Segments and Heatmap Features
Lifehacker / 9h
Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding Lifehacker as a preferred source for tech news . Two of the biggest names in fitness tracking are beefing: Fitness app Strava has filed a lawsuit against Garmin, demanding that the device manufacturer cease selling effectively all of its fitness watches and cycling computers.
Sora 2 Is Creating Ads for “Epstein Island” Children’s Toys
Futurism / 9h
On an initial glance, a video that’s going viral on social media looks like a typical 1990s TV commercial for a children’s toy set of a tropical island: there are palm trees, a waterfall, and — wait a minute — there’s also a secret massage room, and even an “Orange Man” action figure who looks exactly like Donald Trump and says “don’t release the files” in an ominous voice. “Kick back with two ch
David Tennant and Billie Piper Have a ‘Doctor Who’ Pitch
Gizmodo / 9h
The return of 'Doctor Who' isn't certain, but two of its best-loved stars have a suggestion of where to go next.
Portable Lifeprint printer app on iOS and Android leaked millions of user photos and sensitive data - this is what we know
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Researchers warn Lifeprint photo printer app left millions of private photos and sensitive user details exposed online.
Samsung's Moohan XR headset could be landing soon, and I hope it makes me jealous
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Rumors of Samsung’s long awaited XR headset launch are picking up steam again, as there are reports of an October 22 launch.
Southwest Airlines adds Alaska flights amid 2025 expansion spree
200+The Points Guy Articles / 10h
Southwest Airlines is headed north, announcing flights to the Last Frontier. The Dallas-based carrier will begin flights to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport (ANC) in the first half of 2026, or by next June, Southwest said Thursday. The airline will serve ANC from its large bases at Denver International Airport (DEN) and Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas. Bargain hunti
What is pudding mit gabel? German pudding with fork trend is inspiring IRL meetups
Mashable / 10h
Somehow, my TikTok FYP has been overtaken by German young people, seemingly hundreds at a time, eating pudding with a fork in public spaces. Welcome to the new trend: pudding mit gabel, which translates into English as, you guessed it, "pudding with a fork." Mind you, I am neither German nor am I particularly fond of pudding. My knowledge of the German language stops at "guten tag." And yet, all
Anthropic hires new CTO with focus on AI infrastructure
25TechCrunch / 10h
As part of the change, Anthropic is updating the structure of its core technical group, bringing the company's product-engineering team into closer contact with the infrastructure and inference teams.
Avelo Launches $49-99 Membership Program, Avelo PLUS: Worth It?
One Mile at a Time / 10h
Avelo Airlines has just launched a new annual membership program, offering some perks in exchange for a fee. Maybe this is worth it if you fly Avelo frequently, but I can’t say that I’m terribly impressed, on the surface. Details of the new Avelo PLUS membership program Avelo PLUS is a brand new membership program that’s described as being designed to make travel more affordable and convenient. A
Here's Why AirPods Pro 3 Are 'Unrepairable'
Lifehacker / 10h
Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source . If you're in the Apple ecosystem, there are few earbuds out there better suited for your devices than AirPods. AirPods sync between all your Apple devices, sound great, and ship with features like Live Translate and even a heart ra
This Popular 55-Inch Hisense TV Is 45% Off Ahead of Prime Day
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding Lifehacker as a preferred source for tech news . With early Prime Day deals going live, now is the perfect time to start shopping for new tech essential
Dutch court orders Meta to change its Facebook and Instagram timelines
Engadget / 10h
A court in the Netherlands has ordered Meta to change Facebook and Instagram's timelines, after finding that the element ran afoul of the European Union's Digital Services Act (DSA). As reported by Reuters , the Dutch court said that the company needs to provide users with simpler options — namely ones that don't rely on an algorithm. "People in the Netherlands are not sufficiently able to make f
Exclusive interview: JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo is officially open with a top-tier location and one of the city's best new pools
The Points Guy Articles / 10h
Tokyo's buzzy hotel scene has a new addition: The JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo, located in Takanawa Gateway City not too far from Haneda Airport (HND) — a very exciting new option for Marriott Bonvoy loyalists in the Japanese capital city . "JW Marriott Hotel Tokyo is the very first JW Marriott in the capital region and serves as a flagship property in Japan," Chris Clark, the hotel's general manager,
Capital One miles vs. Chase Ultimate Rewards points: Which currency is better for your travels?
The Points Guy Articles / 10h
Chase Ultimate Rewards points or Capital One miles: Which camp are you in? Each transferable currency provides a wide suite of transfer partners and impressive travel portal rates, delivering outsize value. According to TPG's September 2025 valuations , the competition is close, with Chase Ultimate Rewards points being worth 2.05 cents each and Capital One miles worth 1.85 cents each. Just as imp
American Airlines Ends Gate Bag Sizers Monday—Your Too-Big Carry-On Might Suddenly Be Allowed
View from the Wing / 10h
Starting Monday, American Airlines will pull bag sizers from boarding gates. Instead of the metal frames deciding what fits, gate agents are being told to “use their judgment”—and even to lean in favor of the customer if a bag is close. That means your carry-on, even if a little oversized, might suddenly be waved through. Continue reading ...
We tracked down 11 of the best iPad deals live ahead of October Prime Day
Mashable / 10h
Best iPad deals ahead of October Prime Day Best iPad deal Apple iPad, 11-inch (A16, WiFi, 128GB) $319 (save $30) Best iPad Air deal Apple iPad Air, 11-inch (M3, WiFi, 128GB) — $537 $599 (save $62) $537 (save $62) Best iPad Pro deal Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 256GB) $899 (save $100) Whether you're an artist in search of a multi-tasking tablet or an avid reader who wants more functionality
OpenAI’s Sora soars to No. 3 on the US App Store
21TechCrunch / 10h
Sora becomes the No. 3 US app after 164K downloads in 2 days, making the AI video app an early hit.
I Can’t Believe ‘Alice in Borderland’ Went Full ‘Squid Game’
Gizmodo / 10h
Let's agree that 'Alice in Borderland' ended with season two and nothing else happened.
RFK Jr. Sneezes Loudly While Trump Is Speaking
Futurism / 11h
Infamously anti-mask , president Donald Trump was meeting with Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla and top health officials in the Oval Office when he was suddenly interrupted by his own secretary of health and human services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. sneezing loudly, directly over his shoulder. “God bless you, Bobby,” riffed Trump, a self-professed germaphobe . “I hope I didn’t catch COVID just there.” After g
Our Favorite All-in-One Printer and Scanner Is $50 Off
Wired / 11h
Epson's latest generation of EcoTank printers are already a good value before the discount.
Hilton Honors Amex Card Limited Time Welcome Offers: Up To 175K Points
500+One Mile at a Time / 11h
American Express and Hilton have four co-branded credit cards , which can be extremely lucrative. These cards offer valuable benefits for those who stay at Hiltons with any frequency, so if you travel often, it’s worth having (at least) one of these cards in your wallet. We’ve just seen some new elevated welcome offers rolled out on these cards. I’ll cover them, but let me note that I’m not as ex
Google Photos Alternative Immich Gets First Stable Release
How-To Geek / 11h
Immich, the self-hosted alternative to Google Photos, iCloud Photos, and other similar services, is now officially stable. The project just reached its v2.0 release, and is now intended for anyone to try without a significant risk of bugs and stability issues.
Microsoft Excel turned 40 and almost nobody noticed - world's most popular spreadsheet now faces tough competition from Google Sheets after crushing Lotus 1-2-3 and Borland Quattro Pro
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Microsoft Excel celebrates 40 years of spreadsheet dominance, but the rapid rise of Google Sheets with its real-time collaboration tools presents a challenge.
Microsoft says AI can create “zero day” threats in biology
21MIT Technology Review / 11h
A team at Microsoft says it used artificial intelligence to discover a “zero day” vulnerability in the biosecurity systems used to prevent the misuse of DNA. These screening systems are designed to stop people from purchasing genetic sequences that could be used to create deadly toxins or pathogens. But now researchers led by Microsoft’s chief scientist, Eric Horvitz, says they have figured out h
20+ of the best Samsung deals ahead of Prime Big Deal Days
Mashable / 11h
The best October Prime Day Samsung deals at a glance: Best phone deal Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (256GB, Unlocked) $949.99 (save $150) Best tablet deal Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE (128GB, WiFi) $429.99 (save $70) Best monitor deal Samsung 49-inch G93SC Odyssey OLED curved gaming monitor $879.99 (save $720) Best TV deal Samsung 65-Inch LS01D The Serif QLED 4K TV $1,333.16 (save $571.36 with on-page coup
Report: Samsungs Project Moohan headset will launch very soon
Mashable / 11h
Samsung's next big product launch could be very soon. A new report from Korean outlet ChosunBiz (via TechAdvisor ) indicates that Samsung's upcoming Project Moohan XR headset will begin pre-order registrations on Oct. 15, with its official launch occurring a week later on Oct. 22. Per TechAdvisor, the device could retail for anywhere between $1,800 and $2,900 in the U.S., so don't expect it to be
YouTubers aren’t relying on ad revenue anymore — here’s how some are diversifying
TechCrunch / 11h
YouTubers are no longer just creators, and in some cases, their side businesses are growing faster than their channels.
This 15.6-inch HP Gaming Laptop Is 28% Off Today
How-To Geek / 11h
You can score a massive 28% discount on the powerful HP Victus 15.6" Gaming Laptop right now. The price has dropped to a surprisingly low $650 at Best Buy , a savings of $250 from its original $900 listed price.
Trump offers universities a choice: Comply for preferential funding
69Ars Technica - All content / 11h
On Wednesday, The Wall Street Journal reported that the Trump administration had offered nine schools a deal : manage your universities in a way that aligns with administration priorities and get “substantial and meaningful federal grants," along with other benefits. Failure to accept the bargain would result in a withdrawal of federal programs that would likely cripple most universities. The off
The best early October Prime Day TV deals: Save on sets from TCL, Sony, Hisense and more
Engadget / 11h
Black Friday remains the best time to grab a new TV at a discount, but Amazon’s latest October Prime Day sale should be a decent time to take the plunge if you need to upgrade right away. While the two-day Prime Big Deal Days event doesn't officially start until October 7, a small handful of well-regarded TVs from the likes of TCL, Hisense, Sony and Samsung are cheaper than usual right now. You c
‘Failed Star’ Mimics a Key Sign of Life—and That’s Bad News for Alien Hunters
Gizmodo / 11h
The finding suggests phosphine—a potential biosignature—shouldn’t be viewed as evidence of alien life until natural, non-biological sources are ruled out.
Google’s Jules enters developers’ toolchains as AI coding agent competition heats up
TechCrunch / 11h
Jules is already being used by developers to complete code after experimenting on vibe-coding platforms.
Everything you need to know about Threads new communities feature
Mashable / 11h
Threads just introduced a new feature that makes watching live events feel way more connected. Communities on Threads are "public, casual spaces where you can exchange unique perspectives and join conversations about topics like basketball, TV, and more," the social media site wrote in a blog post on Thursday . Right now, the company is testing threads globally with the most active interests on T
7 state parks with national park-worthy wonders to explore during the government shutdown
51The Points Guy Articles / 11h
From Acadia's rocky shores to Zion's slot canyons, U.S. national parks are the crown jewels of national conservation. But they are also getting more crowded. In 2024, the National Park Service set a record with nearly 332 million recreational visitors, up 6.3 million from the previous year. Those crowds could be even harder to navigate this fall during the federal government shutdown . NPS says o
7 state parks with national park-worthy wonders to explore during the government shutdown
The Points Guy Articles / 11h
From Acadia's rocky shores to Zion's slot canyons, U.S. national parks are the crown jewels of national conservation. But they are also getting more crowded. In 2024, the National Park Service set a record with nearly 332 million recreational visitors, up 6.3 million from the previous year. Those crowds could be even harder to navigate this fall during the federal government shutdown . NPS says o
Why now isn’t the time to cancel your Amex Platinum
The Points Guy Articles / 11h
American Express Platinum Card® has always stood out as one of the most benefit-rich premium cards available. Yet with a sky-high annual fee and an ever-expanding suite of perks, it's easy to wonder if the card is really worth keeping year after year. Now, with Amex announcing a 29% annual fee hike — paired with a slate of new lifestyle credits — many cardholders are asking: Is it time to cancel?
Here’s Where Zach Cregger Got Aunt Gladys’ Magic From
Gizmodo / 11h
The 'Weapons' creator has discussed Aunt Gladys' origins as a character before, but now he's digging into the witchy details.
Steelseries Arctis Gamebuds Hit an All-Time Low Price
How-To Geek / 11h
The SteelSeries Arctis GameBuds are currently available for a surprisingly low price of just $128 on Amazon , which is a massive 36% discount off the original list price of $200. This is a great value for a pair of high-end wireless gaming earbuds that are packed with features like Active Noise Cancellation.
AMD wants to double DDR5 memory bandwidth using clever trick, patent reveals - but this is no SOCAMM rival, and AMD's previous memory project didn't end well
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
AMD patent reveals new RAM module design which doubles DDR5 bandwidth using HB-DIMMs, but avoids replacing DRAM chips with entirely new technology.
Apple Is Reportedly Pausing the Vision Pro 2 to Fast-Track Smart Glasses
Lifehacker / 11h
Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source . Apple has reportedly paused its plan to revamp its Vision Pro headset in favor of speeding up development of smart glasses. According to Bloomberg , Apple internally announced last week that it was shifting employees and resources
These Used Hybrids Are as Efficient as They Are Reliable
How-To Geek / 11h
Hybrid cars have earned a reputation for delivering impressive fuel economy, but their real strength often lies in long-term dependability. While many buyers focus on new models, the used market is full of hybrids that still offer excellent efficiency, proven durability, and lower ownership costs. For budget-conscious drivers, these vehicles provide a way to enjoy modern technology and strong rel
Meta won’t allow users to opt out of targeted ads based on AI chats
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp users may want to be extra careful while using Meta AI, as Meta has announced that it will soon be using AI interactions to personalize content and ad recommendations without giving users a way to opt out. Meta plans to notify users on October 7 that their AI interactions will influence recommendations beginning on December 16. However, it may not be immediately
World-famous primatologist Jane Goodall dead at 91
61Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Legendary primatologist Jane Goodall , whose immersive field research living among chimpanzees in the 1960s essentially redefined the relationship between humans and animals, has died at the age of 91. According to the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI), Goodall died of natural causes while in California as part of a US speaking tour. "Jane was passionate about empowering young people to become involve
OpenAI Completes Deal That Values It at $500 Billion
200+NYT > Technology / 12h
With the agreement, OpenAI becomes the world’s most valuable privately held company, surpassing the rocket maker SpaceX.
4 Dead After Listeria Outbreak Linked to Pasta Sold at Trader Joe’s and Walmart
Gizmodo / 12h
Check your refrigerators and freezers.
Dell’s Follow-Up to the XPS Laptops Is Kind of a Let Down
How-To Geek / 12h
As a successor to Dell's XPS line, the Dell 14 Premium (DA14250) laptop is a slight disappointment. It's an excellent laptop, but falls short in a couple of areas I wish it didn't. What makes it worthwhile is its Intel Core Ultra 7 CPU, gorgeous OLED display, and long-lasting battery life.
Prime Gaming’s October 2025 lineup will get you in the mood for Fallout season 2
Engadget / 12h
Amazon has announced its Prime Gaming October update, which sees it add a fresh batch of games that users can add to their libraries for free. The most noteworthy additions are probably Fallout 3: Game of the Year Edition and Fallout: New Vegas. With the second season of Prime Video’s surprisingly excellent Fallout TV show arriving in December, it’s an ideal time to acquaint yourself with the gam
Air Canada Economy Now Offers Free Beer, Wine, And Snacks, On All Flights
200+One Mile at a Time / 12h
In 2024, Air Canada very nicely improved its economy experience in most markets, by introducing free beer and wine on most flights. There’s now a positive update , as this has been expanded even further, and is now available on all flights. Air Canada’s improved economy experience Air Canada is now offering free beer, wine, and snacks, in economy, on all flights globally. This has of course been
Godfather of AI Says We’re Barreling Straight Toward Human Extinction
Futurism / 12h
University of Montreal professor Yoshua Bengio is considered one of the “godfathers of AI,” whose academic work set the groundwork for today’s red hot AI arms race. He’s also the founder and scientific adviser of Mila, an AI research institute in Quebec, and recently launched a nonprofit research organization called LawZero, where he plans on developing ways to build safe AI models. Now , in a ne
AI might not actually be killing off jobs like we thought - but many businesses are still wary about agents
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
AI agents are beneficial, but they’re hardly on track to replace human workers any time soon, research finds.
King of Meat offers brilliant combat and dungeon creation, but its platforming ground me down
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
King of Meat has a lot going for it as a co-op party game, but awkward humor and underwhelming platforming disappoint.
The best early Prime Day board game deals are here to spice up game nights
Mashable / 12h
The best Prime Day board game deals Best board game deal Scrabble $8.69 (Save $13.30) Best kids' board game deal Don't Break the Ice $9.99 (Save $7) Best family board game deal Ticket to Ride $49.99 (Save $5) Amazon's October Prime Day event is right around the corner, taking place on Oct. 7 and Oct. 8. You'll be able to save big across categories that span the entire site, with discounts availab
Perplexity's Comet AI browser is now free for everyone
Engadget / 12h
worldwide. The browser had previously only been available to Perplexity Max users at a cost of $200 per month . The company says that it has "become the most sought-after browser on the internet with millions signed up to the waitlist." Now that waitlist is gone and everyone can get to downloading. Perplexity went on to note that this isn't a limited-time promotion as Comet "will always be free.
Threads is getting a 'communities' feature for better conversations
Engadget / 12h
Now that Threads has grown to more than 400 million users, Meta is adding more features that could help the platform establish an identity. The company is testing a new "communities" feature that creates dedicated spaces for people to chat about specific topics and interests. Meta describes the feature as an evolution of its custom feeds and topic tags , with the goal of creating "casual spaces f
Disney+ design and navigation changes are on the way
Engadget / 12h
Fresh off its Jimmy Kimmel suspension saga, Disney is giving its app a makeover. The Disney+ app will soon add a navigation bar and UX overhaul. The update also brings Hulu into the fold outside the US. After reportedly bleeding subscribers during the Kimmel saga, the company would surely welcome a renewed focus on its fictional epics. The Disney+ homepage now has a new navigation bar at the top.
The Ongoing Measles Outbreak Has Reached a New Peak
88Gizmodo / 12h
Over 1,500 cases of measles have been reported in the U.S. this year, the highest toll since the disease was locally eliminated.
Threads takes on X with new communities feature
46TechCrunch / 12h
The idea, explains Meta, is to give users dedicated spaces within the app where they can delve deeper into conversations on topics that matter to them.
Everything Coming to Prime Video in October 2025
How-To Geek / 12h
Are you looking for something new to watch in October? Or maybe some old favorites to fall in love with all over again? Either way, Prime Video has you covered!
Type Faster on iPhone With This Hidden Feature
How-To Geek / 12h
Are you still tapping your thumbs on your iPhone’s screen to type? It might shock you to hear that there’s been a better way to type since iOS 13 was introduced in 2019.
Superman and Spider-Man Set to Crossover for the First Time in 50 Years
34Gizmodo / 12h
DC and Marvel just announced a brand new crossover of their two popular characters.
Texas Senators Want to Chop Up Space Shuttle Discovery
93Gizmodo / 12h
Discovery has been on display at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum for more than a decade. Now, Senators Ted Cruz and John Cornyn want to bring it to Texas.
OpenAI’s Sora Video App Is Jaw-Dropping (for Better and Worse)
89NYT > Technology / 12h
Sora, OpenAI’s new video-generating app, is really a social network in disguise that can bring creative A.I. to the masses — and its problems, too.
Sony WF-1000XM6 earbuds may yet launch this year with a nice sound upgrade, while the XM5 buds and XM6 headphones just got a useful free update
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
New Sony earbuds are incoming, and existing headphones get some useful improvements
Walmart is kicking off deals up to 50% off Oct. 7 — yes, the same time as Prime Day
Mashable / 12h
When a new Prime Day sale gets announced, it's just a matter of time until other retailers get in on the savings. Prime Big Deal Days , aka Amazon's October Prime Day, is coming Oct. 7 and 8, and Walmart is conveniently launching a week of deals starting Oct. 7. And no, that timing is not a coincidence. Walmart doesn't have a flashy mouthful of a title to the sale like Prime Big Deal Days, but th
Samsung Galaxy Phones Might Be Getting This Apple Intelligence Feature Soon
Lifehacker / 12h
Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source . Though Apple might still be struggling to keep up with its tech competitors in the AI race, one feature it rolled out ahead of companies like Google or Samsung was Notification Summaries . With Apple Intelligence, your iPhone can t
Is Peaky Blinders getting a sequel season or movie? The answer is both, and I’m beside myself
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Not only are we getting a Peaky Blinders movie, but Netflix has confirmed two sequel seasons of the original hit show.
I’m seriously tempted by the Kindle Scribe Colorsoft – but its predecessor’s $100 / £110 early Prime Day discount has made me think twice
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
This bargain $100 / £110 discount on the Kindle Scribe (2024) makes me wonder if the stunning Colorsoft offers the best value.
Major data breach at dealership software firm exposes 766,000 clients - here's what we know
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Names, addresses, and more exposed in a major attack against a popular dealership software provider.
Marvel Rivals Season 4.5 arrives next week and finally adds cross-progression and the long-awaited, confirmed Duelist, Daredevil
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
NetEase Games has revealed the details for Marvel Rivals Season 4.5, which will introduce a new hero, mode, and the long-awaited cross-platform progression.
