Jon Stewart summarises the current state of the world in 20 minutes
100+Mashable / 19h
The world, as Jon Stewart describes it in his latest Daily Show monologue, is currently "a confusing, dark place." In the 20-minute video above, the host unpacks recent events, from ICE's fatal shooting of 37-year-old woman Renee Good in Minneapolis to Trump's attack on Venezuela and threats to Greenland . "In America today, Donald Trump is the sun — and if you revolve around him and worship him
Scott Adams, Dilbert creator, dead at 68
300+Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Scott Adams, the creator of the Dilbert comic strip, died today of prostate cancer at 68. Adams satirized the world of cubicle-based IT and engineering in Dilbert , which at its height appeared in 2,000 daily newspapers and was later anthologized in numerous books. Dilbert was an engineer with few social skills, but he always knew more than his pointy-haired boss, a caricature of terrible supervi
US Senators call on Apple and Google to ban X and Grok from app stores amid image-generation controversy
Latest from TechRadar / 21h
US Senators have told Apple and Google to take action over Grok creating explicit images of women and children.
Could Geely's big CES announcement make your next EV more affordable?
How-To Geek / 7min
Geely Holding Group isn't exactly a household name in the American automotive market. You're forgiven if you've never heard of it before reading this, as you're far from alone. However, Geely is the Chinese automotive giant behind some brands you probably have heard of, such as Volvo, Polestar , and Lotus.
How to watch Nigeria vs. Morocco online for free
Mashable / 38min
TL;DR: Live stream Nigeria vs. Morocco in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations for free on Channel 4 . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Nigeria will not be competing in this summer's World Cup, which is a real shame for fans. They're stacked with talent, including attacking stars like Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman. With their squad, they should be qu
18 of the best AI courses you can take online for free
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: A wide range of AI courses are available to take for free on Udemy. The world of AI is constantly developing. If you're feeling the need to keep pace with this ever-changing landscape, there are a number of online courses you can take. You can learn all about chatbots , AI agents , and machine learning with Udemy. And better yet, a number of the best online courses are totally free. There'
Hurdle hints and answers for January 14, 2026
Mashable / 1h
If you like playing daily word games like Wordle , then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give
How to watch Senegal vs. Egypt online for free
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Live stream Senegal vs. Egypt in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations for free on Channel 4 . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has been everything we wanted it to be. We've seen some incredible fixtures, magical individual performances, and passionate stadiums, and we're not done yet. Senegal take on Egypt in the firs
Scientists Found Something Unexpected in Pet Poop—and It’s Not Good
Gizmodo / 2h
New research finds that a popular class of antiparasitics can linger in pet feces for quite some time, potentially posing a danger to poop-loving bugs in the wild.
Hurry, there's up to 25% off Apple iPads right now – just in time for back-to-school shopping
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
We don’t often see such deep discounts on Apple products, so don’t miss out on a new iPad, especially if you need one for school or uni.
NYT Pips hints, answers for January 14, 2026
Mashable / 3h
Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. 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 offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move onto the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for January 14, 2026
Mashable / 3h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you know west coast schools. As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each ne
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for January 14, 2026
Mashable / 3h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're a shopaholic. 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 January 14, 2026
Mashable / 3h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're always hype. 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 part of an answer. The
Wordle today: Answer, hints for January 14, 2026
Mashable / 3h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're dodgy. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connections hints t
Iran Jamming of Starlink and Ways to Overcome Jamming
Next Big Future / 5h
Iran’s Jamming of Starlink uses military-grade electronic warfare (EW) tools, likely imported from China and Russia deployed via mobile platforms like trucks or drones. This creates localized patchwork disruptions rather than a nationwide blanket. Interference is escalating from ~30% to over 80% packet loss in affected areas. The jamming is asymmetric, often prioritizing uplink (data ... Read more
5 Legal Issues Likely to Arise Due to AI
Next Big Future / 5h
Artificial intelligence is no longer the preserve of science fiction films and novels. The disruptive technology provides efficiency and innovation, but it also raises questions about the law. Consider these five important legal issues rearing their ugly heads as AI continues to develop. 1. Ownership and Authorship of Intellectual Property One of the most urgent ... Read more
GTA 6 needs to be more GTA 4 than GTA 5 — please Rockstar, make driving cars feel like steering large ships again
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
As GTA 6's release gets nearer, I'm hoping Rockstar takes more inspiration from GTA 4 than GTA 5. Here's why.
Now that's what I call a digital detox 2026 — why finding my fiancé's stash of 90s cassettes is my key to analog happiness this year
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Barely two weeks in, 2026 is already a bit much, so I'm taking one of the things I love most offline this year –my music
Starlink Users in Iran Get Free Internet Access, Nonprofit Says
500+NYT > Technology / 6h
Under a near-total communications blackout, users of Elon Musk’s satellite service have gotten online without paying, an organization that works on web access said.
BMW’s first electric M car is coming in 2027—with one motor per wheel
Ars Technica - All content / 6h
BMW provided flights from Washington, DC, to Malaga, Spain, and accommodation so Ars could drive the iX3 and be briefed on the electric M Neue Klasse. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. Late last year, we drove BMW's new iX3 . It's the first of a series of electric BMWs to use a newly developed platform, known as the "Neue Klasse." Later this year, we'll see the first fully electric vers
Honey, I shrunk the data centres: Is small the new big?
BBC News / 6h
Huge data centres are being built to handle AI computing but some experts say they aren't necessary.
Netflix wins KPop Demon Hunters domain name after failing to register it
Mashable / 7h
By now, everyone knows Netflix has a hit on its hands with KPop Demon Hunters . The animated Netflix film has broken streaming records and won awards for both the movie itself and its chart-topping soundtrack. KPop Demon Hunters are everywhere right now. Well, almost everywhere. If one were looking for KPop Demon Hunters on the internet, many might be inclined to check out the URL KPopDemonHunter
Google reverses key parental control policy
Mashable / 7h
Google announced Monday that the company is reversing its longstanding practice of allowing minors supervised by their parents via Family Link to unilaterally opt-out of those settings upon turning 13. Soon, if a teen wants to manage their own account, it require parental approval. A spokesperson for Google told Mashable that the policy goes into effect globally this week. "These changes better e
The Fight on Capitol Hill to Make It Easier to Fix Your Car
Wired / 7h
As vehicles grow more software-dependent, repairing them has become harder than ever. A bill in the US House called the Repair Act would ease those restrictions, but it comes with caveats.
Streamline your AI workflow with this tool, now on major sale
Mashable / 7h
TL;DR: Make working with AI even easier with this lifetime subscription to ChatPlayground AI’s Unlimited Plan , on sale now for $79 (reg. $619). Opens in a new window Credit: ChatPlayground AI ChatPlayground AI: Lifetime Subscription (Unlimited Plan) $79 $619 Save $540 If you’re looking to make life a little easier, it’s time to start embracing AI. ChatPlayground AI lets you access multiple AI mo
This OpenAI-powered app can help you invest confidently
Mashable / 7h
TL;DR: Invest smarter with this lifetime subscription to Sterling Stock Picker , on sale now for just $68.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Sterling Stock Picker Sterling Stock Picker: Lifetime Subscription $68.99 $486 Save $417.01 For those of us who aren’t super into taking risks, the stock market can be pretty intimidating. If investing is on your 2026 resolution list, Sterling Stock Picker is
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Award Waitlist Basics: How Does It Work?
77One Mile at a Time / 7h
Singapore Airlines’ KrisFlyer program is the best program for booking Singapore Airlines first & business class awards, given that the airline doesn’t release premium cabin long haul award space to most partner frequent flyer programs (though Air Canada Aeroplan has access to some business class space). Fortunately KrisFlyer miles are easy to come by, as the program partners with all major transf
MSI is the latest to join the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 bandwagon with the AI Edge mini PC — better late than never, but with more than 30 competitors out there, it might have a tough time
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
MSI’s AI Edge mini PC combines massive memory, local AI inference, RTX-class gaming, and a compact design for versatile desktop computing.
The ‘Stranger Things’ Documentary Maker Weighs in on That ChatGPT Controversy
Gizmodo / 8h
Eagle-eyed Netflix viewers glimpsed *something* on a computer screen in Martina Radwan's 'One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5.'
iLife and iWork strike back — Apple’s putting all of its creative and productivity apps under one subscription, Apple Creator Studio, and it’s multiplatform across macOS, iOS, and iPadOS
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Similar to iLife and iWork in years past, Apple is once again bundling its creative and productivity apps under one roof. Apple Creator Studio offers access to its premium apps at a single price and introduces new AI-powered features across the suite. It also marks the arrival of Pixelmator Pro on iPad.
Deal alert: Fly American Airlines business class to Prague or Budapest for 55,000 Atmos Rewards points
The Points Guy Articles / 8h
Here at TPG, there's nothing we love more than enjoying a long-haul flight in a cushy lie-flat seat for next to nothing. Right now, Alaska Airlines' Atmos Rewards program has nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Prague and Budapest for just 55,000 Atmos Rewards points and minimal taxes and fees one-way in business class. There are also some premium economy seats on the same flight for 35,000 poin
The 10 best cruises for couples seeking romance and together time at sea
26The Points Guy Articles / 8h
What could be more romantic than a couples cruise? You and your sweetheart can explore new destinations together by day, stroll arm in arm across the open decks as the sun sets over the ocean and then enjoy dinner, drinks and a show every evening. Couples can bond over onboard trivia wins or relax together in the ship's spa. The best cruises for couples don't have to break the bank. However, they
NASA Has Some Very Bad News About Its Mars Spacecraft
Futurism / 8h
On December 6, NASA’s MAVEN (Mars Atmosphere and Volatile EvolutioN) spacecraft, which has been studying the Red Planet’s upper atmosphere for over a decade, mysteriously went offline . The spacecraft was expected to send telemetry back to Earth, signals that were never picked up by NASA’s Deep Space Network, a global system of massive radio antennas making up an interplanetary communications net
The RAM shortage’s silver lining: Less talk about “AI PCs”
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
RAM prices have soared , which is bad news for people interested in buying, building, or upgrading a computer this year, but it's likely good news for people exasperated by talk of so-called AI PCs. As Ars Technica has reported, the growing demands of data centers, fueled by the AI boom , have led to a shortage of RAM and flash memory chips, driving prices to skyrocket. In an announcement today,
Never-before-seen Linux malware is “far more advanced than typical”
2 TTPs•
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Researchers have discovered a never-before-seen framework that infects Linux machines with a wide assortment of modules that are notable for the range of advanced capabilities they provide to attackers. The framework, referred to as VoidLink by its source code, features more than 30 modules that can be used to customize capabilities to meet attackers' needs for each infected machine. These module
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms review: Game of Thrones prequel is a surprising comfort watch
Mashable / 8h
The last thing you'd ever expect a Game of Thrones show to be is comforting. After all, comforts are few and far between in Game of Thrones and its prequel, House of the Dragon . In those series, you'd be lucky to get through an episode without witnessing some combination of graphic violence, rape, or torture. SEE ALSO: 'Knight of the Seven Kingdoms': 5 things we learned at the New York Comic Con
4 movies that predicted the smart home (and why Back to the Future was wrong)
How-To Geek / 8h
Long before it was even remotely possible, people have dreamed of a world where your house just takes care of you. Once it became clear that computers would be more than just a fad, the home automation fantasies really started to take hold. So I wondered how close some of the classic depictions came to our present day, or perhaps our very immediate future.
Google Is Changing Its Account Policy About Minors Who Turn 13
Lifehacker / 8h
If you have a Family Account through Google, you might assume you can control what your child can see or do on their device. You can, but, as it happens, only up to a certain point. When your kid turns 13, Google will send them an email, letting them know they can choose to disable your supervision over their account. You get an email too, but they don't need your permission to lock you out of th
American And Southwest Made Inflight Wi-Fi Free — Now A Patent Troll Sues For Royalties
View from the Wing / 8h
American and Southwest made inflight Wi-Fi free—then Intellectual Ventures sued, claiming the airlines owe royalties on the technology behind onboard internet. A judge has now ordered American to produce technical records and source code as the case accelerates.
Roblox's age verification system is reportedly a trainwreck
Engadget / 8h
Roblox's age-verification system was designed as a response to allegations it has a child predator problem . Less than a week in, how's it going? Well, Wired reported on Tuesday that, in some cases, it's classifying children as adults and adults as children. So, not so great! Last week, Roblox made age verification mandatory for anyone using the platform's chat feature. That process involves eith
New York governor clears path for robotaxis everywhere, with one notable exception
TechCrunch / 8h
New York City will be a notable exclusion from proposed legislation to legalize commercial robotaxis across the state.
Instagram user fights DHS for the right to post ICE sightings anonymously
58Ars Technica - All content / 8h
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is fighting to unmask the owner of Facebook and Instagram accounts of a community watch group monitoring Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in Pennsylvania. Defending the right to post about ICE sightings anonymously is a Meta account holder for MontCo Community Watch, John Doe. Doe has alleged that when the DHS sent a "summons" to Meta
FDA deletes warning on bogus autism therapies touted by RFK Jr.‘s allies
81Ars Technica - All content / 8h
For years, the Food and Drug Administration provided an informational webpage for parents warning them of the dangers of bogus autism treatments, some promoted by anti-vaccine activists and "wellness" companies. The page cited specifics scams and the "significant health risks" they pose. But, under anti-vaccine Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.—who has numerous ties to the wellness industry—
Hegseth wants to integrate Musk’s Grok AI into military networks this month
35Ars Technica - All content / 8h
On Monday, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he plans to integrate Elon Musk's AI tool, Grok, into Pentagon networks later this month. During remarks at the SpaceX headquarters in Texas reported by The Guardian, Hegseth said the integration would place "the world's leading AI models on every unclassified and classified network throughout our department." The announcement comes weeks after Gr
I watched all of A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms — and the new HBO Max show is the triumphant underdog tale that HBO's Game of Thrones franchise needs
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is a near-medieval masterpiece that stands tall among its Game of Thrones peers.
Outgrown your Mazda Miata? These 5 cars are the perfect upgrade
How-To Geek / 9h
The Mazda Miata is a beloved driver’s car for a reason: lightweight balance, engaging handling, and pure fun behind the wheel. But as great as it is, its small cabin and limited cargo space can eventually feel too tight for drivers who want more comfort, power, or everyday usability. If you’ve reached the point where the Miata feels a bit too compact for daily life, long trips, or just added prac
‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Is an Absolute Triumph
Gizmodo / 9h
The casting is perfect, and so is the tone: HBO’s latest journey to George R.R. Martin’s Westeros brings a smaller-scaled but no less epic adventure.
Open-Ear Audio Is Having a Huge Moment Right Now
Gizmodo / 9h
At CES 2026, one audio trend was more audible than the rest.
Instagram wants you to personalize your Reels algorithm for 2026
Engadget / 9h
Last month, Instagram began rolling out a new set of controls that allowed users to personalize the topics recommended to them by the Reels algorithm. Now, Meta is making that feature available to all English users of the app globally, along with the ability to highlight their top topics for the coming year. The feature begins with a selection of topics Meta's AI thinks you're interested in based
The complete guide to earning Marriott elite status with credit cards
The Points Guy Articles / 9h
While your savings will depend on how often you travel, elite status perks can easily save you hundreds — or even thousands — of dollars each year. So why get a head start every year by opening a credit card? The Marriott Bonvoy program has the largest footprint worldwide, with more than 8,500 properties in almost 140 countries. Breaking it down, there are five levels of elite status, three of wh
This Bose Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker Is $100 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. A rugged mini speaker is an essential you’ll get use out of all year, from house parties to camping trips. In the warmer months, you can take it to the beach or BBQs, and in the winter, it’s durable enough to handle snowy adventures and warm up with your favorite playlist d
Anker’s Solix E10 Battery Backup System Can Power Your Home for Days
Gizmodo / 9h
Anker gets into the whole home backup game.
This is either the world's fastest laptop or someone made a massive typo: Obscure Chinese vendor Mechrevo unannounced Core Ultra 300HX CPU at CES, and apparently almost no one noticed
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Mechrevo quietly unveiled the Yaoshi 18 Pro at CES 2026, featuring an unannounced Intel processor and powerful Nvidia graphics, which attracted minimal attention.
Signal’s Founder Turns His Attention to AI’s Privacy Problem
Gizmodo / 9h
Confer, an open source chatbot, encrypts both prompts and responses so companies and advertisers can’t access user data.
Senate passes Defiance Act for a second time to address Grok deepfakes
Engadget / 9h
The Senate has passed the Disrupt Explicit Forged Images and Non-Consensual Edits (DEFIANCE ) Act with unanimous consent, according to the bill’s co-sponsor Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) . The bill lets the subjects of nonconsensual, sexually explicit deepfakes take civil action against the people who create and host them. Deepfakes are a known issue online, but without the proper protections, easy
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple review: Nia DaCosta delivers an exhilarating horror epic
Mashable / 9h
With 28 Days Later , director Danny Boyle and Alex Garland rewrote the rules of the zombie genre. With 28 Years Later , they did it again by rejecting the tropes they themselves had forged. No longer were zombies (or to be more accurate, infected persons) merely running mindless, fueled by a ravenous rage. Some had grown smart and brawny, becoming Alphas, while others grew slow and wriggled on th
Dont buy the Roadster if safety is your goal, says Elon Musk
Mashable / 9h
Just weeks after appearing on Joe Rogan's podcast and making bizarre claims about the Tesla Roadster, Elon Musk is at it again. This time he's telling podcast listeners, and potential Tesla Roadster customers, not to buy the Roadster if they care about safety first. "Safety is not the prime … is not the main goal," Musk said , speaking about the Roadster on an episode of the tech podcast Moonshot
Is there an iOS 26 backlash? Not so fast.
Mashable / 9h
If you're unhappy with iOS 26 and Liquid Glass on your iPhone, you're certainly not alone. It's a controversial upgrade , with many design-conscious users expressing distaste for the new Liquid Glass look (its designer left Apple in a hurry ), not to mention the strange new placement of check marks. Others have reported that it drains their battery faster than the previous update, which was confu
Check This iPhone Setting to Make Texting Better for Everyone
Lifehacker / 9h
Hey, would you mind doing me a favor real quick? If you're on an iPhone, can you double check that you've got RCS chat enabled for me? Thanks, I appreciate it. See, as an Android user, I don't get to use all the fun iMessage features, but RCS lets us share some of them . The only problem is, iPhones seem to sometimes disable RCS for some chats after an update. Or for no reason at all. RCS has bee
Home Assistant just cut ties with this smart home brand
How-To Geek / 9h
Home Assistant just announced a significant shift in its partnership program, formally removing smart home brand HELTUN from the "Works with Home Assistant" certification. The popular open-source home automation platform published a full explanation of the decision.
Jellyfin's Roku app has a new coat of paint
How-To Geek / 9h
Jellyfin is a fantastic open-source media server, but the client applications can be rough around the edges, especially in comparison to Plex's apps. Thankfully, the Roku app for Jellyfin is now getting some helpful improvements.
Driverless Delivery Vans in China Are Rampaging Through Cities Like Grand Theft Auto
Futurism / 9h
The future is here, and it’s bouncing all over the back alleys of China. Numerous clips of autonomous delivery vans ripping around cities have swirled on Chinese social media in recent days, showcasing the new technology’s capabilities — as well as its many, many shortcomings. One video which went viral on the Pinterest-like app Xiaohongshu shows a Neolix X3 unit bouncing aggressively as it barre
’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ Is Smaller, Gorier, and More Fun Than Its Predecessor
Gizmodo / 10h
Ralph Fiennes and Jack O'Connell star in the zombie sequel directed by Nia DaCosta.
Marc Andreessen to Tech Founders: ‘Raise Prices, Raise Prices, Raise Prices’
69Gizmodo / 10h
Just what the consumer wants to hear.
I heard, and felt, Victrola's new 'soundbase for turntables' speaker — and this risky idea just might work
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
A beefy speaker you rest your turntable on top of, but vibrations aren't really a concern, based on my time with it
5 things to dumpster dive for your homelab setup
How-To Geek / 10h
Computer hardware is getting much more expensive, and I'm not just talking about the fancy stuff. Core components like RAM, storage, and power supplies are going up in price due to unprecedented market conditions. Which means even people who are just looking for a basic desktop PC, or who want to host simple services at home are facing big price tags.
Meta lays off more than 1,000 employees from metaverse division
Mashable / 10h
More than 1,000 Meta employees — the ones who brought you the metaverse — are now looking for work. The company behind Facebook and Instagram laid off more than 1,000 employees from its Virtual Reality (VR)-focused division, Reality Labs. As first reported by Bloomberg , this means the closure of VR game development studios like Sanzaru, Twisted Pixel, and Armature. The news was delivered via an
This Budget 65-Inch Hisense QLED TV Is Over $300 Off
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Budget TVs have improved dramatically over the years, and the Hisense U6 Series is a great example of what you can get today for a "budget" price. This is a QLED Mini LED TV, so while it's not at the quality that OLED TVs can offer, it makes up for it with a much lower pric
A brand-new, all-inclusive resort just opened in Florida — and it's bookable on points
The Points Guy Articles / 10h
Looking for a Caribbean-style, all-inclusive resort where you can lounge by the pool and enjoy unlimited food and drinks without leaving the U.S.? Do we have exciting news for you. It's now easier than ever to book an all-inclusive, warm-weather vacay — on points, of course — thanks to the opening of Voco Sandpiper All-Inclusive Resort in Port St. Lucie, Florida, about 45 minutes north of West Pa
Testing the GMKtec NucBox M5 Ultra made me realize just how flexible an entry-level mini PC can be
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
The GMKTec M5 Ultra delivers plenty of functionality at an affordable price for those willing to source their own memory, storage and OS.
Give the Internet an Infinite Word Search and the Internet Will Draw a Dick on It
Gizmodo / 10h
Because of course.
Meta has closed three VR studios as part of its metaverse cuts
87Engadget / 10h
Several of Meta's VR studios have been affected by the company's metaverse-focused layoffs. The company has shuttered three of its VR studios, including Armature, Sanzaru and Twisted Pixel. VR fitness app Supernatural will no longer be updated with fresh content. Employees at Twisted Pixel, which released Marvel's Deadpool VR in November, and Sanzaru, known for Asgard's Wrath , posted on social m
Want to Book a Hotel on the Moon? This Startup Is Now Taking $250K Deposits
20Gizmodo / 10h
An upcoming space tech startup is looking to build the first hotel on the lunar surface.
Microsoft vows to cover full power costs for energy-hungry AI data centers
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
On Tuesday Microsoft announced a new initiative called "Community-First AI Infrastructure" that commits the company to paying full electricity costs for its data centers and refusing to seek local property tax reductions. As demand for generative AI services has increased over the past year, Big Tech companies have been racing to spin up massive new data centers for serving chatbots and image gen
Google’s updated Veo model can make vertical videos from reference images with 4K upscaling
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Google's Veo video AI made stunning leaps in fidelity in 2025, and Google isn't stopping in 2026. The company has announced an update for Veo 3.1 that adds new capabilities when you provide the model with reference material, known as Ingredients to Video . The results should be more consistent, and output supports vertical video and higher-resolution upscaling. With Ingredients to Video, you can
Starlink tries to stay online in Iran as regime jams signals during protests
22Ars Technica - All content / 10h
President Trump asked Elon Musk to get Starlink working more reliably in Iran to thwart the Iranian government's Internet shutdown. Starlink operator SpaceX was apparently already working on the problem before Trump reached out to Musk. Iran severed Internet connections and phone lines last week as the government conducted a violent crackdown on anti-government demonstrators, according to numerou
Gigabyte debuts a consumer motherboard which supports 256GB DDR5 in dual channel — but you may need to sell a kidney to buy the memory
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Gigabyte’s Z890 AORUS Tachyon ICE CQDIMM motherboard supports 256GB DDR5-7200 using two 128GB modules, achieving extreme capacity and frequency.
Apple's 13-inch MacBook Air M4 was crowned our best AI laptop of the year — and it's $200 off at Amazon
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Apple's MacBook Air M4 was named TechRadar's best AI laptop of the year, and Amazon is offering a $200 discount, bringing the price down to $799.99.
This Free Android App Blocks Useless Notifications and Lets Important Ones Through
Lifehacker / 10h
We all know how annoying unwanted notifications are, especially when you're trying to focus. But turning notifications off entirely for a given app potentially means missing important messages. That's where the free Android app DoNotNotify comes in—with it you can set up custom filters for notifications. Maybe you're in a group chat that is, for the most part, useful, but includes one person who
Microsoft announces glut of new data centers but says it won’t let your electricity bill go up
20TechCrunch / 10h
The tech giant has pledged to be a "good neighbor" as it continues to invest in AI infrastructure throughout the country.
Data Center Project Cancellations Quadrupled in 2025 as Locals Fight Back
100+Gizmodo / 10h
A win for advocacy!
Union Representing NASA Workers Says Space Agency’s New Administrator Is a Straight-Up Liar
Futurism / 10h
During the government shutdown in November, the Trump administration suddenly accelerated its plans to shutter over a dozen buildings and around 100 laboratories at NASA’s iconic Goddard Space Flight Center (GSFC). The decision angered Democratic lawmakers, who accused them of going ahead with the “consolidation” effort without even consulting them. In a November 10 letter addressed to Sean Duffy
No, You Fools, There Is No ‘Lord of the Rings’ Extended Extended Edition
29Gizmodo / 10h
Peter Jackson has debunked the idea that there are extra-extra-long versions of his Oscar-winning Tolkien adaptations.
‘Star Trek Real’: Hegseth Praises Grok for Allowing Users to Fight Wars
100+Gizmodo / 10h
"We will win this race by becoming an AI-first war-fighting force across all domains," the Defense Secretary said Monday.
3 new Prime Video movies to stream in January 2026 — including an iconic 80s comedy
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
The Breakfast Club leads my recommendations of the best new movies to stream on Prime Video in January 2026.
Stop running old enterprise servers: How I cut my homelab power bill by $100
How-To Geek / 11h
Homelabs are fun and I absolutely love mine. However, it was using way more electricity than it needed, and that was costing me more money every month than I was willing to pay. Here are three ways I lowered my homelab’s impact on my monthly power bill.
No, it's not your new thermostat — mini PC vendor delivers clean-looking, minimalist, affordable device unlike any other on the market with a Core i9 CPU inside
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Ayaneo AM03 mini PC combines minimalist design with Intel Core i9 performance, high-speed memory, and flexible connectivity options.
Major time-saver: TSA PreCheck Touchless ID expanding to 50 new airports by spring
83The Points Guy Articles / 11h
Airport security is about to get a lot faster at dozens of major U.S. hubs. This month, the Transportation Security Administration revealed plans to dramatically expand its TSA PreCheck Touchless ID program, which allows passengers to fly through checkpoints without having to pull out their ID or boarding pass. Today, the Touchless ID lanes are available at 15 U.S airports. By spring, the TSA exp
Is Reddit down? The Tuesday Reddit outage, explained.
Mashable / 11h
Is Reddit down? The website is operating normally as of this writing, but thousands of Reddit users were asking this question on Tuesday, Jan. 13, when the popular online discussion platform appeared to suffer a brief outage. According to Downdetector , the problems started around 11:33 a.m. ET, with tens of thousands of Downdetector users reporting problems accessing the Reddit website and app.
I Finally Got My Hands on Oura’s New Charging Case
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Oura announced last week that its long-awaited charging case is finally shipping. I got one to try out, and can confirm that it works well and is arguably better designed than those of its competitors. That said, is it really worth $99? The charging case works with the Oura Ring 4 , not the older models like the gen 3 . I’ve previously reviewed th
Proposed legislation opens the door to robotaxi services in New York
Engadget / 11h
Waymo, Alphabet's self-driving car company, tested its autonomous vehicles in New York City in 2025, and as part of proposed legislation from New York Governor Kathy Hochul, the company could soon offer its services across the state, Wired reports . Governor Hochul's proposed legislation was formally announced during a State of the State address covering policy proposals for the upcoming year. Th
A consumer watchdog issued a warning about Google’s AI agent shopping protocol — Google says she’s wrong
TechCrunch / 11h
A consumer economics watchdog says Google's new Universal Commerce Protocol is ripe for misuse where consumers could pay more for items. Google denies this.
Engine Problems Are Forcing United To Park Some Boeing 777s—And The Government Could Restrict Long Overwater Flights
View from the Wing / 11h
United is storing Pratt-powered Boeing 777s because engines and parts are scarce. More incidents could cause certification issues, with significant affects on United's ability to fly long haul.
Google Gemini now has one place for all your documents
How-To Geek / 11h
Google Gemini is rolling out an organizational update to its web interface, adding a dedicated Documents history section inside the My Stuff folder. This should help you keep track of the text-heavy outputs Gemini creates, particularly those generated by the Deep Research and Canvas.
Move over BMW—this Korean luxury SUV is better than an X3
How-To Geek / 11h
German carmakers have long dominated the luxury SUV scene. The GLC, X3, and Q5 have set the standard, with the Macan adding sporty flair—until the Genesis GV70 showed up and shook things up.
Luxury Hotel Points Farms: A Category Of Hotels Worth Being Honest About
One Mile at a Time / 11h
Points can get you stays at some pretty incredible hotels, and I don’t want to in any way diminish that. There are plenty of properties in the Hilton Honors, Marriott Bonvoy, and World of Hyatt portfolios (among others), that are awesome to stay at. However, I think there’s an interesting distinction that’s worth making, whereby a subset of luxury points hotels are what I like to call “points far
Microsoft shutters fan favorite deployment platform, to the dismay of many
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) has been retired with immediate effect, but we knew this was coming a long time ago.
This Little-Known Peloton Feature Customizes Instructor-Led Classes for You
Lifehacker / 11h
I have taught spin classes for four years, but the majority of my friends have never taken one—they're just not "class" people. Everyone works out differently and classes are a very specific kind of experience . I take a class nearly every day, whether in-person or using my Peloton , so obviously I am firmly in the pro-class category, but I can understand why being blabbed at by an instructor wou
Ammobia says it has reinvented a century-old technology
TechCrunch / 11h
The startup has a new take on the Haber-Bosch process used o make ammonia. If Ammobia can deliver, it could change industries from power generation to maritime shipping.
Your Slack Is Infected With an AI Agent Now
Gizmodo / 11h
@Slackbot disable yourself.
The 'most convenient vacuum we've ever tested' from Shark just dropped to an incredible price at Best Buy — and it's the best vacuum cleaner deal since Black Friday
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Highly reviewed vacuum cleaner for under half price in Best Buy's latest sale
I Applied Too Soon: Citi Strata Elite Improved Its Offer To 100,000 Points Plus Huge First Year Credits
View from the Wing / 11h
I got my card when the offer was just 80,000 points and I was super happy with that. I only wish I'd waited until right now to apply, because the limited time launch offer for the card has actually been improved upon.
Ring founder details the camera company’s ‘intelligent assistant’ era
TechCrunch / 11h
AI is ushering in Ring’s next chapter, as the Amazon-owned video doorbell maker shifts toward becoming an “intelligent assistant.”
EPA moves to stop considering economic benefits of cleaner air
21Ars Technica - All content / 11h
If you were to do a cost-benefit analysis of your lunch, it would be pretty difficult to do the calculation without the sandwich. But it appears that the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is moving in this same direction—removing the benefit—when it comes to air pollution regulations. According to a New York Times report based on internal emails and documents—and demonstrated by a recently
Apple’s Mac and iPad creative apps get bundled into “Creator Studio” subscription
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Apple's professional creative apps have been slower to jump on the subscription bandwagon than those from Adobe or some of its other competitors, but the company is taking a step in that direction today. Starting on January 28, Apple will offer an Apple Creator Studio subscription for $13 a month, or $130 a year. Subscribers will get access to the Mac and (where applicable) iPad versions of Final
Man to plead guilty to hacking US Supreme Court filing system
TechCrunch / 12h
A 24-year-old from Tennessee is expected to admit to accessing the Supreme Court’s electronic filing system without authorization dozens of times throughout 2023.
Everything Is Content for the ‘Clicktatorship’
35Wired / 12h
For the second Trump administration, the world of online conspiracies is shaping real-world policies like never before.
Roblox’s AI-Powered Age Verification Is a Complete Mess
Wired / 12h
Kids are being identified as adults—and vice versa—on Roblox, while age-verified accounts are already being sold online.
Scientists Watched Viruses Attack Bacteria in Space. Things Got Weird
Gizmodo / 12h
"Microbes continue to evolve under microgravity, and they do so in ways that are not always predictable."
NASA Deploys Orbital Telescope Designed to Do Something Incredible
Futurism / 12h
On Sunday, a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stuffed with cargo carried a brand new NASA telescope into space, where it was observed deploying in S un-synchronous orbit , the agency later confirmed . Dubbed Pandora, the orbital observatory is designed to hunt for distant worlds called exoplanets orbiting other stars. And though not nearly as large or expensive as the James Webb Space Telescope , the 17-in
Don’t buy the 2TB iPhone, do this instead
How-To Geek / 12h
The iPhone 17 Pro Max is an amazing phone, starting at $1,199, but Apple’s storage upgrades are eye-watering. The 2TB model costs $1,999, which is a staggering price for a phone that isn’t an experimental, ultra-high-end device like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7.
Taiwan issues arrest warrant for Pete Lau, CEO of OnePlus
42Engadget / 12h
Taiwanese officials have issued an arrest warrant for OnePlus CEO Pete Lau on allegations of illegally employing workers in Taiwan. Two Taiwanese citizens who worked for Lau have also been indicted. The China-based smartphone company has been accused of illegally recruiting more than 70 engineers from Taiwan. Members of the Shilin District Prosecutors Office claim that OnePlus reportedly set up a
Apple launches a Creator Studio package that bundles video and audio tools
Mashable / 12h
Apple announced a new bundle of tools it's dubbed the Creator Studio, with the aim of allowing creators to purchase all their needs for a single $13-per-month subscription. The bundle does include access to a number of useful apps, most notably Final Cut Pro , which is Apple's popular video-editing software. The Creator Studio package also includes Logic Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Motion, Compressor, M
How to get 4 free heart-shaped bowls at Le Creusets massive winter sale
Mashable / 12h
SAVE UP TO $120: Le Creuset's Winter Savings Event features discounts up to 45% on their famous enameled cast iron dishes, including the Signature Oval Casserole and Traditional Heart Cocette. Through Feb. 12, you'll get a free set of four heart-shaped mini bowls with purchases of $250. Opens in a new window Credit: Le Creuset Le Creuset Winter Savings Event Save up to 45%, plus get a free gift o
How Your Child's Google Account Changes When They Turn 13
Lifehacker / 12h
The internet is a wild place, and not particularly kid-friendly. Unfortunately, it's highly impractical to keep your kids entirely off the web. That's where family accounts come in handy: Parents can set their kids up with supervised accounts, giving them access to essential apps and services, without allowing unfettered access to the entire net. It's often imperfect, and kids find workarounds fo
The Seven Best Tool Box Accessories Everyone Should Have
Lifehacker / 12h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Every self-respecting DIYer eventually buys a tool box—a sturdy place to store, organize, and protect your valuable tools. A quality metal tool box instantly ups your home maintenance and repair game—suddenly, you no longer have to spend twenty minutes rooting around for that pair of pliers or that box of random screws, because everything is in it
Doctors think AI has a place in healthcare – but maybe not as a chatbot
TechCrunch / 12h
OpenAI and Anthropic have each launched healthcare-focused products over the last week.
Shortcut Your System With a Discounted Elgato Stream Deck+
Wired / 12h
Elgato's Stream Deck+ adds knobs and an LCD for even more info at a glance.
‘Marvel Rivals’ Is Making Deadpool Take on All 3 Roles
Gizmodo / 12h
In Deadpool's own style, the merc with a mouth himself announced that he will slot into all three of the Marvel hero shooter's role archetypes.
PC sales set for a 2026 downturn as memory demand hits other devices
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Industry analysts agree: PC prices are rising. Upgrade your PC now or you'll either be faced with a higher bill or poorer specs in the future.
Apple Hits Adobe Where It Hurts With an Affordable Creative App Suite
21Gizmodo / 12h
Apple’s Creator Studio takes in all its mainstay apps for a subscription price seven times cheaper than Creative Cloud.
China’s Hottest App Is a Daily Test of Whether You’re Still Alive
Wired / 12h
Are You Dead Yet soared to the top of app-store charts and became a magnet for investors. In an exclusive interview with WIRED, one of its creators says they’re changing the name anyway.
“2026 is the year we expect to see the AI PC crossover” - AMD head tells us why this will be the year of the AI PC, and why mini PCs are "really having a moment"
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Exclusive: AMD head says 2026 will be a big year for AI PCs - but mini PCs will continue to go from strength to strength.
QWERTY Phones Are Really Trying to Make a Comeback This Year
20Gizmodo / 12h
Is the reason nostalgia? Frustration with the iPhone's worsening software keyboard? Boredom?
The first of JBLs open earbuds from CES 2026 are officially available to buy
Mashable / 12h
SHOP NOW : The first of JBL's open earbuds from CES 2026, the JBL Endurance Zone open earbuds, just hit shelves as of Jan. 13. Buy the Endurance Zone buds at JBL.com , Amazon , Best Buy , and Sweetwater . Where to buy the JBL Endurance Zone open earbuds: JBL JBL Endurance Zone $179.95 Amazon JBL Endurance Zone $179.95 Best Buy JBL Endurance Zone $179.99 Sweetwater JBL Endurance Zone $179.95 Last
Stick to your fitness New Year resolutions with the Renpho Smart Scale for its lowest price yet
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $37: As of Jan. 13, get the Renpho Smart Scale for $132.99, down from its usual price of $169.99. That's a discount of 22% and the lowest price we've seen . Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Renpho Smart Scale $132.99 at Amazon $169.99 Save $37 If you're still working on keeping your 2026 resolutions, staying on track with your fitness journey is important. A smart scale is a super simple
Apple's Google Gemini deal is the most disappointing thing to come out of Apple since the Newton
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Apple promised us an exciting, more personalized Siri, and instead, we're getting more Gemini.
Wine 11 is here with big improvements for Windows apps on Linux
How-To Geek / 12h
The development team behind the Wine compatibility layer for Linux has announced the full release of Wine version 11.0, bringing several performance improvements with it.
EA delays Battlefield 6 Season 2 to February 17
Engadget / 12h
The second season of Battlefield 6 is being pushed back based on “community feedback.” On Tuesday, EA and Battlefield Studios said Season 2 will now arrive on February 17. Season 2 of Battlefield 6 had previously been scheduled for January 20, so we're looking at a