ICE Wants to Build Out a 24/7 Social Media Surveillance Team
2KWired / 15h
Documents show that ICE plans to hire dozens of contractors to scan X, Facebook, TikTok, and other platforms to target people for deportation.
Trump Posts Bizarre AI Video of Project 2025 Architect as the Grim Reaper
400+Gizmodo / 12h
It used to be considered unusual for a U.S. president to do things like this.
US Department of War reduces cybersecurity training, tells soldiers to focus on their mission
Latest from TechRadar / 14h
Hegseth cracks down on beards, but relaxes cybersecurity requirements.
Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on October 4
Mashable / 23min
The full moon is just days away now, and it's also International Observe the Moon Night. NASA describes tonight as a night to celebrate celestial observations, as well as honor cultural and personal connections to the Moon. Keep reading to find out what you can spot in the night sky tonight, October 4. What is today’s moon phase? As of Saturday, Oct. 4, the moon phase is Waxing Gibbous, and accor
How to watch Australia vs. New Zealand in the 2025 Rugby Championship online for free
Mashable / 23min
TL;DR: Australia vs. New Zealand in the 2025 Rugby Championship is available to live stream for free on 9Now . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The final round of Rugby Championship fixtures is here. This year's competition will go down as one of the most entertaining in recent records, and we're hoping to end on a high when the All Blacks visit Aus
NYT Pips hints, answers for October 4, 2025
Mashable / 2h
Happy Saturday and welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. Today's games are harder than they initially seem, 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, the game only o
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for October 4, 2025
Mashable / 2h
The NYT Connections puzzle today shouldn't be hard to solve if you have a sweet tooth. 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 hin
NYT Strands hints, answers for October 4, 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
Hurdle hints and answers for October 4, 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
I just tried the Comet browser from Perplexity – and I can’t believe it’s free now
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Perplexity’s AI-powered Comet browser is part of a rising trend toward AI browsers, but whether it’s the future or just a pricey experiment remains to be seen.
Amazon's unlocking October Prime Day deals early – I've found 79 ace discounts you can snag ahead of next week's sale
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Amazon Prime Big Deal Days hasn't started yet, but there's already a whole lotta tech available at upwards of 50% off, including Echo devices, Fire TV Sticks and much, much more.
I rode the BMW CE 02 e-motorbike and it is one of the finest applications of electrification in the two-wheeled world
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Compact, cool and a joy to ride, BMW's CE 02 shows how EVs can make a difference
FATHER MOTHER SISTER BROTHER review: Adam Driver, Indya Moore, and Jim Jarmusch reteam for a sublime family dramedy
Mashable / 4h
No one makes a hangout movie like Jim Jarmusch. From From his feature-length debut Permanent Vacation onward, the American writer/director has woven his affinity for intimate settings and observational humor with various flourishes. Only Lovers Left Alive gave us vampires lounging around a rotting Detroit. The Dead Don't Die offered ghouls with the energy and desires of a late-night hang, craving
New report says OLED TVs will be cheaper than ever to produce next year, though don't hold your breath for big discounts
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
The cost of producing OLED panels continues to drop
Cory Doctorow Says the AI Industry Is About to Collapse
79Futurism / 5h
When it comes to tech doomsaying, few are as cynical — or prescient — as sci-fi author and tech journalist Cory Doctorow. His far-sighted blend of tech criticism and class analysis has found Doctorow time and again at the bleeding edge of commentary on our techno-capitalist society. In many ways, his screeds on topics like tech broligarchs and enshittification broke the mold to allow room for the
I tested the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and Garmin Venu 4 on a 7km run, vs a chest-worn heart rate monitor
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
I'm testing the Garmin Venu 4 and the Apple Watch Ultra 3 against the most accurate heart rate monitor on my lunchtime run.
In ‘Final Fantasy Tactics’, Throwing Rocks at Assholes Is Solidarity
26Gizmodo / 5h
All men are equal in the eyes of the rock.
Tilly Norwood is no more an actress than ChatGPT is a person, and I'm tired of people getting this wrong
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Calling Tilly Norwood an "actress" is a slippery slope and an insult to every real actor, but we can't help ourselves.
With its latest acqui-hire, OpenAI is doubling down on personalized consumer AI
36TechCrunch / 6h
OpenAI is acquiring the CEO of Roi, an AI financial companion. Roi will sunset its service as its talent heads to OpenAI, ostensibly to help boost revenue in consumer apps.
5 Things We Want to See in a ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Sequel
Gizmodo / 6h
No sequel news yet, but fans hope it's coming—and we have some suggestions.
Blocked From Prayer? Pastor Says He Was Shut Out of DFW Chapel Due To Muslim Service—Signs Outside Say “All Are Welcome”
26View from the Wing / 6h
A Baptist pastor says he was shut out of the Dallas–Fort Worth airport chapel during a Muslim prayer service, sparking a viral debate that’s now reached Congress. The airport insists the space is open to everyone at all times, pointing to signage that reads “All Are Welcome.” Continue reading ...
Nearly 80% of Americans want Congress to extend ACA tax credits, poll finds
100+Ars Technica - All content / 6h
According to new polling data , nearly 80 percent of Americans support extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits, which are set to expire at the end of this year—and are at the center of a funding dispute that led to a shutdown of the federal government this week. The poll, conducted by KFF and released Friday, found that 78 percent of Americans want the tax credits extende
Removing these 50 objects from orbit would cut danger from space junk in half
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
A new listing of the 50 most concerning pieces of space debris in low-Earth orbit is dominated by relics more than a quarter-century old, primarily dead rockets left to hurtle through space at the end of their missions. "The things left before 2000 are still the majority of the problem," said Darren McKnight, lead author of a paper presented Friday at the International Astronautical Congress in S
‘The Summer Hikaru Died’ Is Easily the Best Horror Anime in Ages
26Gizmodo / 6h
In a genre crowded with hollow aesthetic mimicry, 'The Summer Hikaru Died' is a rare triumph.
Don’t miss Prime Video’s limited-time bundle sale – 20 add-ons are discounted for HBO Max, AMC+, Hallmark+, and more
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Prime Video has slashed prices across a number of its add on channels.
'Unforgivable Exposure': More than 200,000 industrial systems are needlessly exposed to the web and hackers - and there's no absolutely excuse
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
New report highlights growing exposure of industrial systems as flaws in water treatment, fuel monitoring and building automation leave critical services open to exploitation.
ShinyHunters hackers ransom 1 billion Salesforce records on the dark web, report says
Mashable / 6h
Does your company use Salesforce? A hacker group may very well have stolen your data. Or, at the very least, they want you to think so. On Friday, cybersecurity researchers discovered a website on the dark web that is attempting to extort victims of a major Salesforce data breach. According to TechCrunch , which first reported the story, hackers claim that roughly one billion customer records hav
Want a Ring doorbell, but don't want to pay a monthly fee? Here are 3 subscription-free alternatives – tested, and recommended
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
I'm a smart home tech editor, and these are my top picks if you're looking for a video doorbell without any extra charges.
Running Point season 2: everything we know so far about the popular Netflix show's return
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Running Point season 2 is officially in production. Here's everything we know so far about the hit Netflix show's return.
Cofounder of Roomba Maker Says Elon Musk Is in for a Terrible Surprise With Humanoid Robots
Futurism / 7h
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has bet his EV maker on selling millions of humanoid robots, prognosticating earlier this month that the initiative could eventually make up a whopping 80 percent of Tesla’s value. He’s promised that the company’s Optimus robot could generate over $10 trillion in revenue in the long term, orders of magnitude more than the amount of money the carmaker made last year. If Musk is
Accenture CEO Says It’s Sacking Employees Who Won’t Embrace AI
Futurism / 7h
As we roll into October, we’re just weeks away from the three year anniversary of the first smash hit AI chatbot model, OpenAI’s ChatGPT. With no sign of a slowdown on AI spending, one would expect us to be in the midst of an AI revolution, something to show for three years of unbridled tech investment. Yet when it comes to AI in the workplace, there are suspiciously few stories of companies succ
Sources: Naveen Rao’s new AI hardware startup targets $5B valuation with backing from a16z
25TechCrunch / 7h
Former Databricks AI chief is raising $1 billion to build an Nvidia rival through a novel approach.
American Airlines Dumped Barclays For Citi—And The Onboard Credit Card Deals Just Got Better (But The Annoying Announcements Stay)
View from the Wing / 7h
American’s inflight card pitches are still the 6 a.m. wake-up call everyone dreads—but now Citi’s exclusive deal means the bonus miles onboard are better than what you’ll find anywhere else. Continue reading ...
How to Use the DROP Function in Microsoft Excel
How-To Geek / 7h
One of the most underused lookup and reference functions in Microsoft Excel is the DROP function. This powerful yet simple function lets you remove a specified number of rows or columns from the start or end of an array without altering the original dataset.
No need to wait for Prime Day – here are 7 outstanding Shark vacuum deals you can buy right now
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Prime Day hasn't started yet, but a number of Shark vacuums are already down to their lowest-ever prices.
Phyllis Gardner, Early Skeptic of Theranos, Dies at 75
NYT > Technology / 7h
A pharmacologist, she was certain Elizabeth Holmes’s blood-testing idea would fail, and spoke up about it. At first, few listened.
Worried about AI taking your job? Samsung's new tool will let your boss track just how well it's doing
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Samsung TRUEBench tests AI chatbots against real workplace tasks, yet skepticism persists about benchmarks capturing true human job complexity.
Chase Pay Yourself Back Q4 categories — is it a good use of your rewards?
The Points Guy Articles / 7h
If Chase's Pay Yourself Back hasn't been on your radar in a while, it may be worth brushing up on it. Not only has this potentially lucrative option continued to expand to a broader list of Chase cards, but some redemption rates aren't to be sneezed at. Chase offers its Pay Yourself Back benefit on some cobranded credit cards, including Southwest Airlines cards , United Airlines cards , the Aerop
Spirit Airlines slashes fleet, will get rid of more than 100 planes in latest bankruptcy cuts
The Points Guy Articles / 7h
Spirit Airlines is making tough decisions in bankruptcy as it fights to survive. On Thursday, the Dania Beach, Florida-based discounter asked a bankruptcy court for permission to reject leases on 87 Airbus A320-family aircraft and return them to lessors. The request covers 19 A320ceos, 65 A320neos and three A321neos. This came two days after Spirit sought court approval for a separate deal with a
River cruise packing list: What to pack when traveling by riverboat
The Points Guy Articles / 7h
You booked your river cruise, and the departure date is approaching. Now you're panicking about what to pack. You want to pack light, given that you won't have much space in your cabin to store bulky suitcases. However, you also want to be prepared with the right clothing and gear for unpredictable weather on the river, visits to religious sites, and the many walking and cycling tours you plan to
Mark Hamill’s Best Genre Roles (That Aren’t Luke Skywalker)
Gizmodo / 7h
He may forever be beloved for being a farm boy from Tatooine, but Mark Hamill's illustrious career has had plenty of great roles across sci-fi, fantasy, and horror.
How Peloton's New 'Club Peloton' Ranking System Works
Lifehacker / 7h
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 . Earlier this week, Peloton unveiled a whole host of new app features and updates to its equipment , from AI coaching to enhanced bikes and treadmills . I've spent the last few days playing around with all of the new stuff ( Pelo
Chinese robotics company creates human-like face robot
Mashable / 7h
A video from a China-based company showing a human-like robot face is spreading online. It's giving major Westworld vibes. AheadForm is a Chinese robotics company founded in 2024 working on combining realistic humanoid robots with artificial intelligence in order to interact with humans. "With expressive facial features, moving eyes, and synchronized speech, the robot can convey emotions and unde
The Nintendo Switch 2 Camera gets the job done for GameChat, but it’s not a must-own accessory
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
The Nintendo Switch 2 Camera does what it says on the tin, even if it basically is just a webcam.
I tried JBL’s new Dolby Atmos soundbar, and it impressed me with its almighty power and detachable wireless speakers
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
I tried JBL’s new soundbar with detachable wireless speakers and true Dolby Atmos – here’s why I’m looking forward to testing it in full.
4 new features coming to Samsung One UI 8.5
Mashable / 8h
Samsung's next batch of Galaxy phones is likely at least a few months away, but that doesn't mean we can't start talking about software updates now. A bevy of leaks and reports are already out there regarding One UI 8.5, the next big software update to Samsung's custom version of Android. It's expected to launch with the Galaxy S26 lineup of smartphones, more than likely in January, but let's dig
The Next ‘Final Deadlines’ Movie Is Losing the ‘Bloodlines’ Directors
22Gizmodo / 8h
The morbidly delightful horror series will return in a seventh film directed by Michiel Blanchart.
Data on Sydney Sweeney Ad Controversy Shows How MAGA Weaponizes Social Trends
34Gizmodo / 8h
Manufacturing outrage.
We’ve Been Using Lithium-Ion Batteries for Decades. Now We Know More About How They Work
Gizmodo / 8h
Researchers now have a clearer picture of the chemical mechanisms underlying lithium-ion batteries—and it could lead to faster, more efficient batteries for electric vehicles, portable electronics, and more.
A biological 0-day? Threat-screening tools may miss AI-designed proteins.
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
On Thursday, a team of researchers led by Microsoft announced that they had discovered, and possibly patched, what they're terming a biological zero-day—an unrecognized security hole in a system that protects us from biological threats. The system at risk screens purchases of DNA sequences to determine when someone's ordering DNA that encodes a toxin or dangerous virus. But, the researchers argue
Which GPU is best for content creation? Well, Nvidia seems to have all the answers to that question, but Intel is the dark horse
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Nvidia dominates rendering and editing, AMD delivers selective strengths, and Intel surprises in AI benchmarks while struggling with broader stability.
U.S. Bank Business Platinum Card review: Perfect for financing large business expenses
The Points Guy Articles / 8h
U.S. Bank Business Platinum Card overview The U.S. Bank Business Platinum Card is a practical option for business owners focused on financing large purchases rather than earning rewards. The card is a solid option with no annual fee and its 0% introductory annual percentage rate, then a variable APR of 16.74% to 25.74% applies. It's ideal for a business managing cash flow with the trade-off of no
The Lenovo Go S Is $120 Off
Wired / 8h
The upgraded version of the Legion Go S with SteamOS makes for a nice Steam Deck upgrade.
New Data Shows Waymos Are So Safe That It’s Almost Comical
Futurism / 8h
Last month, Waymo released new safety statistics , boasting that its fleet of vehicles had covered 96 million miles as of June. And the results from all those miles traveled are, on their face, staggering. The company claims that its driverless vehicles are 91 percent less likely to be involved in crashes resulting in serious injury compared to an “average human driver of the same distance.” That
Lawsuit Blames Cybertruck’s Door Handle Design After a Fatal Crash
Gizmodo / 8h
Regulators were already probing Tesla’s door handles on different model before the Cybertruck lawsuits.
You Can Now Send End-to-End Encrypted Emails From Your Business Gmail Account
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 . Google doesn't have the best track record when it comes to user privacy, but every once in a while, they do something surprising. Back in April, the company began testing end-to-end encrypted email messaging for enterprise users. O
The World of ‘Dark Crystal’ May Not Be as Finished as We Thought
29Gizmodo / 9h
io9 spoke with filmmaker Brian Henson about the legendary film, returning to theaters October 12-13.
Bad Bunny Has MAGA All Worked Up
300+Wired / 9h
After avoiding the continental US on his world tour due to ICE, Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show will be a battleground for the country’s culture wars.
What to expect at OpenAI’s DevDay 2025, and how to watch it
TechCrunch / 9h
OpenAI's third developer conference is around the corner, and it's shaping up to be the company's biggest yet.
I Ranked the Audio Quality of Eight Pairs of Smart Glasses, and It Was Surprisingly Difficult
Lifehacker / 9h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. 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 . I've tested a lot of smart glasses for Lifehacker, and it's tricky to compare them because the category is all over the place. Some "smart glasses," like Chamelo’s Music Shield , ar
Woman Steps Out Of Plane Lavatory In A Skincare Mask—Passengers Thought The Grim Reaper Was Coming For Them
View from the Wing / 9h
A woman’s mid-air skincare routine turned into an unintentional horror scene. Emerging from the airplane bathroom in a sheet mask and hood, she looked less like a beauty guru—and more like the Grim Reaper coming for passengers. Continue reading ...
Google is also removing apps used to report sightings of ICE agents
Engadget / 9h
Following Apple's removal of ICEBlock from the App Store, an app used to report on the activity of Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents, 404 Media reports that Google is also removing similar apps from the Play Store. In a statement to Engadget, Google said "ICEBlock was never available on Google Play, but we removed similar apps for violations of our policies." Google says that it decided
Snapchat is going to charge for storage — here’s how to save your Memories for free
TechCrunch / 9h
If your Memories exceed the new limit, you will need to either export them or sign up for one of Snapchat's new Memories Storage plans in order to preserve them.
Google’s Gemini AI app could soon be getting a big makeover
24TechCrunch / 9h
The company is seemingly experimenting with a new user interface that would shift the app from having a chatbot-style look and feel to one offering a scrollable feed with suggested prompts accompanied by eye-catching photos.
Earn easy cash back on your online purchases with TopCashback — plus, enjoy a $25 sign-up bonus
The Points Guy Articles / 9h
If you're not starting your online purchases by going through a cash-back site, I can promise you that you're leaving some money on the table. There are many shopping portals that let you earn rewards on your online purchases. While some portals award airline miles , Chase Ultimate Rewards points or American Express Membership Rewards points , TopCashback offers money back in the form of cash or
You Can Get Windows 11 Pro on Sale for Just $10 Right Now
Lifehacker / 9h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. You can get Microsoft Windows 11 Pro on sale for just $10 right now on StackSocial , which would typically cost $200 at the Microsoft Store . The sale ends October 12. Once you've purchased, the redemption code and setup instructions will be sent to your inbox. Just make su
Producer Announces New Movie Will Be Directed by an AI Entity
Futurism / 9h
Shortly after the announcement of an “AI actor” dubbed Tilly Norwood drew overwhelming criticism , Italian movie producer Andrea Iervolino has announced plans to take the trend to its logical conclusion. As Deadline reports , Iervolino unveiled what he claims will be the first film directed entirely by an AI entity, titled “The Sweet Idleness.” Iervolino is no joke; his credits include “Ferrari,”
'4kW is certainly possible, but it can go much higher': Microsoft-backed startup could dissipate 10kW GPUs, its founder confirms
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Backed by a Microsoft collaboration and a $24 million funding deal, Corintis is developing microfluidic cooling technology which aims for 10x gains in AI chip performance.
Notepad Is Starting to Feel a Little Overpowered (And I Like It)
How-To Geek / 10h
Many people love Notepad for its simplicity, but others avoid it for the same reason. Even though Microsoft has now blessed it with some extra features, it has become a more powerful plain-text editor. Well, I'm all for it.
‘The Predator’ Director Thanks ‘Prey’ and ‘Badlands’ Director for Saving the Franchise
62Gizmodo / 10h
Shane Black, who also co-starred in the original 'Predator' movie, is a big fan of Dan Trachtenberg's recent work on the series.
Google confirms Android dev verification will have free and paid tiers, no public list of devs
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
As we careen toward a future in which Google has final say over what apps you can run , the company has sought to assuage the community's fears with a blog post and a casual "backstage" video. Google has said again and again since announcing the change that sideloading isn't going anywhere, but it's definitely not going to be as easy. The new information confirms app installs will be more reliant
Ars Live: Is the AI bubble about to pop? A live chat with Ed Zitron.
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
As generative AI has taken off since ChatGPT's debut, inspiring hundreds of billions of dollars in investments and infrastructure developments, the top question on many people's minds has been: Is generative AI a bubble, and if so, when will it pop? To help us potentially answer that question, I'll be hosting a live conversation with prominent AI critic Ed Zitron on October 7 at 3:30 pm ET as par
Apple removes ICEBlock, won’t allow apps that report locations of ICE agents
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Acting on a demand from the Trump administration, Apple has removed apps that let iPhone users report the locations of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. "We reached out to Apple today demanding they remove the ICEBlock app from their App Store—and Apple did so," Attorney General Pam Bondi said in a statement to Fox News yesterday. "ICEBlock is designed to put ICE agents at risk
HBO Max subscribers lose access to CNN livestream on November 17
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
HBO Max subscribers will no longer be able to watch CNN from the streaming platform as of November 17, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) informed customers today. After this date, HBO Max subscribers will still be able to watch some CNN content, including shows and documentaries, on demand. The CNN Max livestream for HBO Max launched as an open beta in September 2023. Since then, it has featured live
Rivian is redesigning the R2 SUV’s door handles for better safety
22TechCrunch / 10h
The change comes after employees and customers reportedly voiced concerns.
The best Amazon Echo deals live ahead of October Prime Day
Mashable / 10h
The best October Prime Day Echo device deals at a glance: Best Echo deal overall Amazon Echo Buds with ANC $34.99 (save $85) Best smart speaker deal Echo Spot $49.99 (save $30) Best Echo deal for kids Echo Show 5 Kids with Echo Glow $64.99 (save $64.99) Best Echo display deal Amazon Echo Hub $119.99 (save $60) We're on the brink of another Amazon Prime Day , y'all. Well, technically it's called P
When will Taylor Swifts The Fate of Ophelia music video be on YouTube?
Mashable / 10h
Taylor Swift loves a good mystery. From the countless Easter eggs she drops for fans to releasing albums like The Life of a Showgirl without any singles ahead of time, Swift tends to shield her next moves in cloak-and-dagger secrecy. Now that secrecy has extended to her upcoming music video for The Life of a Showgirl 's Shakespeare-inspired lead single, "The Fate of Ophelia." SEE ALSO: The ultima
Can you think like a YC partner? This game will help you find out
TechCrunch / 10h
The YC Partner Simulator game, created by an undergrad in Berlin, lets you see if you can predict which startups get into Y Combinator.
Can AI companies turn brainrot into revenue?
TechCrunch / 10h
The U.S. government shutdown that began this week is the first in seven years. While it might not feel immediately disruptive, for startups waiting on permits, visas, or regulatory approvals, even a few weeks can become an existential problem. On this episode of Equity, Kirsten Korosec, Anthony Ha, and Max Zeff talk through how uncertainty […]
Chase Sapphire Reserve’s Refresh Is So Good For Me I’m Kicking Myself For Not Paying The Higher Fee Early
View from the Wing / 10h
I wasn’t sure how to feel about the Chase Sapphire Reserve refresh at first. But now I’m realizing the new benefits are such a win for me that I’m kicking myself for not paying the higher fee early. Continue reading ...
The Sky Isn’t Falling, but Starlink Satellites Are
36Gizmodo / 10h
Watch your head.
Supabase nabs $5B valuation, four months after hitting $2B
TechCrunch / 10h
It's been a wild year of growth and fundraising for vibe-coding database of choice, Supabase.
Porter Airlines adds 3 routes to American Airlines' hubs
24The Points Guy Articles / 10h
Porter Airlines is wasting no time adding U.S. flights under its new partnership with American Airlines. The Canadian carrier will connect American's hub at Miami International Airport (MIA) with Ontario's Ottawa International Airport (YOW) in January 2026 and the U.S. airline's Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) hub with YOW and British Columbia's Vancouver International Airport (YVR
Amazon is clearing out its Apple Watch Series 10 inventory — save a record $170 on select models
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $170: The Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS + Cellular) is on sale for $329 at Amazon, a 34% discount from its usual $499 price. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 10 (42mm, GPS + Cellular) $329 at Amazon $499 Save $170 The Apple Watch Series 10 may no longer be the newest Apple Watch, but it still runs circles around the average smartwatch and fitness tracker , at least f
Ninjas best kitchen gadgets are on sale for Prime Day — heres what to buy
Mashable / 10h
Best early Prime Day Ninja deals Best Ninja deal overall Ninja Crispi 4-in-1 Portable Glass Air Fryer $159.95 (save $20.04) Best 'Prime Exclusive' deal Ninja CREAMi $199.97 (save $55.01) Best runner-up deal Ninja Air Fryer & Toaster Oven (DT501) $229.99 (save $120) We’ve been testing Ninja products for a long time now, and one thing we can confidently say is that it’s always a treat to see what
Everything to Remember Before Seeing ‘Tron: Ares’
Gizmodo / 10h
Jeff Bridges returns in the third 'Tron' film alongside series newcomers Jared Leto and Greta Lee; it opens October 10.
White House Investigates Whether to Chop Space Shuttle Discovery Into Pieces
21Futurism / 10h
On October 11, 2012, NASA’s Space Shuttle Discovery embarked on its arduous, 12-mile journey from an airplane hangar to the California Science Center in Los Angeles. The iconic spacecraft had just survived its final “flight” while strapped to the roof of a Boeing 747 . Officials went to extreme efforts to prevent the Shuttle from being dismantled during transport. The streets of LA were too narro
Apple's Newest iPhone Charger Is Pricey but Versatile
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. 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're looking to top off your iPhone's battery, you might not think much about the actual plug you're using. The thing is, it actually matters quite a bit, especially if you c
I spend hours drawing on my 24-inch XPPen display every week – here’s why you should hope for a discount this Prime Day
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Here’s why you should hope for a discount on this cheap Wacom alternative on Prime Day.
Big Tech Takes On Cars: The Failure of Apple's Car Project
How-To Geek / 11h
Shrouded in secrecy from the outset, and which continued for a decade before Apple's car project came to light, ramping up, but ultimately met its demise: $10 billion spent and nothing to show but a sour taste for industry and shareholders, and a graveyard of ideas that ultimately never saw execution. But was Apple's failure the shake-up the industry needed, and what exactly went wrong?
Your under $25 October Prime Day guide – deals from Apple, Echo, Ring, and more
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
I'm rounding up the 15 best early October Prime Day deals under $25 that are actually worth buying from Apple, Echo, Ring, and more.
Inside Apple’s quest to add a heart-rate sensor and full workout tracking into AirPods Pro 3
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
TechRadar had the opportunity to speak with Apple’s Steve Waydo, Director of Health Sensing, and Ron Huang, VP of Sensing and Connectivity, to delve deeper into the new heart-rate sensor: its development, how it works, and ultimately what it means for AirPods Pro.
How to watch How Are You? It's Alan (Partridge) for *FREE* on BBC iPlayer
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Here's our guide on how to watch How Are You? It's Alan (Partridge) for free on BBC iPlayer anywhere you are in the world.
Congress let a key cybersecurity law expire this week, leaving US networks more vulnerable
Engadget / 11h
There's a long list of reasons US stability is now teetering between "Fyre Festival" and "Charlie Sheen's 'Tiger Blood' era." Now you can add cybersecurity to the tally. A crucial cyber defense law, the Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015 (CISA 2015), has lapsed. With the government out of commission, the nation's computer networks are more exposed for… who knows how long. Welcome to 20
The best Apple Watch deals ahead of Prime Day include one of the best Apple Watch deals weve seen this year
Mashable / 11h
Best Apple Watch deals ahead of October Prime Day Best Series 11 deal Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 42mm) $389 (save $10) Best Series 10 deal Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS + cellular, 42mm) $329 (save $170) Best SE deal Apple Watch SE, 2nd generation (GPS, 40mm) $179 (save $70) We're just days away from the start of Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days sale , and Apple Watch deals are reflecting that. The sal
Listen up and snag the best early Prime Day noise-cancelling headphone deals
Mashable / 11h
Early Prime Day noise-cancelling headphone deals Best Noise-Cancelling Headphones Deal Sony Ult Wear $249.99 (Save $55.04) Best Budget Early Prime Day Noise-Cancelling Headphone Deal Anker Soundcore Life Q30 $63.99 (Save $16) Best Early Prime Day Noise-Cancelling Earbuds Deal Apple AirPods Pro 2 $199 (Save $50) Tech fans, look alive. Amazon's October Prime Day sale is about to begin. From Oct. 7
Why would you buy the $630 Kindle Scribe Colorsoft when even iPads are cheaper?
Mashable / 11h
The Kindle Scribe Colorsoft launched on Sept. 30 at Amazon's Devices & Services event in New York City. And while it's not even available for preorder yet, there's already buzz around the new e-reader . The new Kindle Scribe Colorsoft is priced at $629.99, making it the most expensive Kindle yet. Now, the Scribe Colorsoft can do a lot. It was already the largest Kindle , but now it's adding color
10% of Earth’s Land Is at Risk of Wildfire Disaster, Study Finds
Gizmodo / 11h
A new study found that climate change has driven a surge of “societally disastrous” wildfires over the last four decades, with 43% of the most costly events occurring in the last 10 years.
You can put 70 SSDs and HDDs in this case to deliver almost 3PB capacity - and it got me thinking, why aren't there any 3.5-inch SSDs?
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
AIC SB407-VA packs 70 drive bays into 4U, delivering nearly 3PB capacity with modern Xeon scalability.
Nissan Leaf 2026 review: Still the budget EV to beat
Engadget / 11h
"Ohhh, this is niiice ." I kept repeating that to myself when I first saw the 2026 Nissan Leaf in person, like the oft-memed Tiffany Haddish clip . I quickly learned it's hard not to love this third iteration of the Leaf. Its seats feel wonderfully comfortable, its infotainment screens are wide and immersive and its electromagnetic sunroof seemed like something meant for a far more premium car. I
China Is Leading the World in the Clean Energy Transition. Here's What That Looks Like
43Wired / 11h
The country spends like no one else on renewables and has reshaped the global market. Is it enough?
Why do AI data centers use so many resources?
Engadget / 11h
With the AI boom, construction of new data centers has skyrocketed , and not without consequence — some communities that count these facilities as neighbors are now facing water shortages and strained power supplies . While tech's data center footprint has been growing for decades, generative AI has seemingly shifted the impacts of these operations toward the catastrophic. What exactly makes thes
Look at the Gorgeous Practical Miniatures Guillermo del Toro Used on ‘Frankenstein’
31Gizmodo / 11h
The Oscar-winning director's new film, starring Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi, hits theaters October 17.
Perplexity launches Comet AI browser for everyone: How to try it
26Mashable / 11h
Perplexity has officially launched its Comet AI web browser to everyone for free. At this time, Comet is only available as a desktop browser. Over the summer, AI company Perplexity launched its very own web browser known as Comet. However, when Comet first rolled out, the AI web browser wasn't available to everyone. Users either needed a paid Perplexity subscription, or they needed to sign up for
Apple removes ICE tracking apps after pressure from Trump administration
30Mashable / 11h
Apple has removed apps that track the movement of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers, which some communities had been using to crowdsource raid information to keep their residents safe. The tech giant's purported reasoning for the removal is that apps that surveil immigration operations may jeopardize the safety of federal officials . "Based on information we've received from law
Amazons early October Prime Day book deals are off the charts
Mashable / 11h
The best October Prime Day book deals at a glance: Best hardcover book deal Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez $10.98 (save $17.02) Best paperback book deal Deep End by Ali Hazelwood $8.09 (save $11.91) Best Kindle book deal The Perfect Divorce by Jeneva Rose $1.69 (save $8.30) Amazon's October Prime Day event is just around the corner (officially running from Oct. 7 through 8), but we've bee
Oakley Meta HSTN Review: Sporty AI Glasses With a Confusing Game Plan
Gizmodo / 11h
With Meta's Oakley Vanguard AI glasses on the way, the HSTN are in a weird spot.
Rally Arcade Classics is a fun ’90s-throwback racing game
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Over the years, racing sims have come a long way . Gaming PCs and consoles have become more powerful, physics and tire models have become more accurate, and after COVID, it seems like nearly everyone has a sim rig setup at home. Sim racing has even become an accepted route into the world of real-life motorsport (not to be confused with the Indy Racing League). But what if you aren't looking to be
Apple iPhone 17 Pro review: Come for the camera, stay for the battery
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Apple's "Pro" iPhones usually look and feel a lot like the regular ones, just with some added features stacked on top. They've historically had better screens and more flexible cameras, and there has always been a Max option for people who really wanted to blur the lines between a big phone and a small tablet (Apple's commitment to the cheaper "iPhone Plus" idea has been less steadfast). But the
Scientists revive old Bulgarian recipe to make yogurt with ants
76Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Fermenting milk to make yogurt, cheeses, or kefir is an ancient practice, and different cultures have their own traditional methods, often preserved in oral histories. The forests of Bulgaria and Turkey have an abundance of red wood ants, for instance, so a time-honored Bulgarian yogurt-making practice involves dropping a few live ants (or crushed-up ant eggs) into the milk to jump-start fermenta
5 reasons why Norton VPN's improved deal is well worth considering
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
There's exclusive VPN pricing for TechRadar readers from Norton. with the discounts now extending to prospective users in the UK.
A free, ad-supported Xbox Cloud Gaming option might be on the way
Engadget / 12h
It’s been quite the week for Xbox news. A lot of people are still coming to terms with Microsoft's veritable gut-punch of an announcement that the price of a Game Pass Ultimate subscription is about to soar by 50 percent. And if that has already pushed you into washing your hands with Xbox altogether , it looks like Microsoft may soon attempt to tempt you back by giving away its cloud gaming serv
Peloton Announces Pivot to AI, Jacks Up Price
Futurism / 12h
In an attempt to climb back up the leaderboard, Peloton just announced a flashy pivot to AI. To set the scene, the in-home fitness company hit its personal record in 2020 when its valuation skyrocketed from about $8 billion to nearly $50 billion. It was a clear winner in the pandemic economy — but ever since people were able to leave their homes again, it’s been falling behind. Years of underperf
Hackers claim to have hit third-part provider for Boeing, Samsung and more
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Dimensional Control Systems files surface on the dark web, but authenticity has not yet been confirmed.
Air Canada makes alcohol free on all flights amid pressure from flyers, key rival
100+The Points Guy Articles / 12h
Air Canada will now offer complimentary beer, wine and Canadian-made snacks to all passengers across its network. The new service, which started last month, is available on Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge and Air Canada Express flights operated by Jazz, the airline told TPG. It includes both domestic and international flights that provide a beverage service, including to Mexico and the Caribbean. Th
Atmos Rewards Ascent vs. Atmos Rewards Summit: Which card is best for points and perks for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines?
The Points Guy Articles / 12h
Atmos Rewards entered the points and miles space this year, becoming the joint loyalty program for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines . While Atmos Rewards' primary target is someone who frequently flies with these carriers, this program offers more than meets the eye . Atmos Rewards points are valuable, worth 1.5 cents apiece per TPG's October 2025 valuations , and can be used to book flights
2025 Has Been a Nightmare Year for Getting Violently Ill on Cruise Ships
Gizmodo / 12h
Gastrointestinal germs like norovirus are causing more cruise ship outbreaks than we've seen in a long time.
3 Netflix Shows You Need to Binge This Weekend (October 3 - 5)
How-To Geek / 12h
Even if you think you've watched everything there is to see on Netflix , in my experience there are always a few more gems waiting to be discovered.
How to find a good drone deal for Prime Day (and avoid the sketchy ones)
Mashable / 12h
Best early Prime Day drone deals Best drone deal overall Potensic ATOM SE $249.99 (save $70) Best DJI drone deal DJI Mini 2 SE Fly More Combo $499 (save $99.99) Best drone deal for kids Contixo F19 Drone $49.99 (save $30) Prime Day (and its fall spinoff, Prime Big Deal Days) is usually one of the best times of the year to buy a drone. This year, however, things are a little bit complicated . As y
How to make a hit horror movie starring your dog
Mashable / 12h
In this episode of How It Hits , we break down the tricks behind dog acting , from classic inspirations like Air Bud and Rin Tin Tin to modern award-winning performances like Messi in Anatomy of a Fall . We hear directly from filmmakers Ben Leonberg and Kari Fischer about what they learned from the 3-years process of making Good Boy with their own dog, Indy. We’ll also explore how editing magic,
Rococo revival: Why pastels, whimsy, and Labubus are everywhere
Mashable / 12h
If you've noticed a remarkable amount of pastels in fall, people wearing a surprising number of impractical yet whimsical accessories, or an abundance of shells and flowers motifs, don't worry, babe. You haven’t wandered into Merengue's house in Animal Crossing — you're just noticing the resurgence of Rococo. You might know Rococo as the late Baroque-period art style from 18th-century France that
Best Buys weeklong Techtober Sale is its answer to Amazons October Prime Day
Mashable / 12h
Amazon can never run a sale all by itself. As the retail giant gears up for its annual Prime Big Deal Days event on Oct. 7 and 8, Best Buy is preparing to host a competing "Techtober Sale" from Oct. 6 to 12. A Best Buy representative tells me via email that the weeklong event will include "some of the hottest deals this fall on tech like laptops , TVs, headphones , video games, electric bikes and
Gmail business users can now send secure encrypted email to anyone
Mashable / 12h
Google just gave the business tier of Gmail users a handy new cybersecurity feature. In a company blog post , Google said that enterprise Gmail users can now send end-to-end encrypted emails to anyone. Not just people in their network and not just people who use Gmail, but people who use any email service. All they have to do is click "Additional encryption" when writing their message, and Gmail
I’m Finally Ready to Leave Flagship Phones Behind
How-To Geek / 12h
As I write this, I've been a flagship phone user for just over 10 years, starting with the LG G3 from 2014, which was my first taste of a high-end handset. Since then, I've had a Galaxy S8, Galaxy Note 10 Plus, Galaxy S21 Ultra, iPhone 11 Pro, Galaxy S22 Ultra, and, as of this moment, an iPhone 14 Pro.
Voice Assistants Are Begging for a Do-Over. Should You Really Give Them One?
Gizmodo / 12h
Google and Amazon are promising a lot with new voice assistants, but whether they can deliver is a much bigger question.
The Director of ‘Good Boy’ Talks Taking on the ‘Does the Dog Die?’ Trope
Gizmodo / 12h
'Good Boy' hits theaters today, and squeamish viewers have one big (spoilery!) question about its four-legged breakout star.
Amazon Delivery Drones Crash Into a Crane in Arizona, Feds Investigating
20Gizmodo / 12h
Regulators have launched probes after two Prime Air drones collided with a construction crane.
The Hulu with Live TV, ESPN and Disney+ bundle just dropped to its best price of the year – here’s why you should subscribe
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
If you've wanted to get Hulu's live TV bundle, don't miss out on this deal before prices increase.
Lufthansa’s Premium Service Is Poor—And Flight Attendants Refuse To Help Make It Better [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 12h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...
Android spyware pretends to be Signal or ToTok update to fool victims - here's how to stay safe
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Two campaigns are targeting people in UAE and the wider region with infostealing malware.
Ahead of Prime Day, the best deals you can grab at The Home Depot are on Halloween decor
Mashable / 12h
Best early Prime Day deals at The Home Depot Best Halloween deal Home Accents Holiday 5-ft. Skelly's Cat $149 (Save $50) Best tool deal Milwaukee M12 Cordless Hammer, Drill, Impact Driver Combo Kit $199 (Save $170) Best furniture deal Harper & Bright Designs Entryway Storage Bench with Shoe Rack $184.90 (Save $210.90) When Amazon announces a new Prime Day sale , other retailers start cooking up t
Taylor Swifts The Life of a Showgirl is here, and the internet is divided
24Mashable / 12h
Taylor Swift 's newest album, The Life of a Showgirl , dropped today, and I am not the first person to notice this. Swiftie or not, if you've been online at all since midnight on Oct. 3, you've probably noticed a flooding of posts — on X , on Instagram , on Reddit , on Threads , you name it — about Swift's 12th studio album. According to data from global social listening and insights tool Meltwat
We found the best tablet deals ahead of Amazons October Prime Day
Mashable / 12h
Best early Prime Day tablet deals Best early Prime Day tablet deal Apple iPad Pro, 11-inch (M4, WiFi, 256GB) $899 (Save $100) Best early Prime Day Android tablet deal Samsung Galaxy Tab S10+ $899.99 (Save $100) Best early Prime Day budget tablet deal Amazon Fire Max 11 $189.99 (Save $90) Amazon's October Prime Day is just days away. From Oct. 7 through Oct. 8, you'll be able to shop a variety of
The PS5 has had its price slashed by £100 at Currys
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
The PS5 has had its price cut at Currys for a limited time.
Perplexity's AI Browser Is Now Available for Free for Everyone
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 . Much has been said about Comet, Perplexity's web browser, not just because of its AI features, but also because of its paywall . Early access was initially reserved to a waitlist of Perplexity Max users, a subscription that costs $
Traveling Internationally? Roamless’s Easy-to-Use eSIM Is 20% Off
How-To Geek / 12h
With more carriers and phone manufacturers embracing eSIMs , it's time to consider what exactly they can do for you. One of the biggest advantages of an eSIM is that it allows you to easily use multiple SIMs with a single phone, making dual-simming incredibly easy.
