Entire US Airspace Shut Down Days After the FAA Rolled Out an AI Air Traffic Tool. Was It a Coincidence?
Futurism / 7h
Mere days after the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) dramatically expanded the use of an AI air traffic control tool nationwide, the agency issued an extremely rare ground stop for all flights in the entire country this afternoon. Secretary of transportation Sean Duffy tweeted that the ground stop is “following a communication issue impacting all Air Route Traffic Control Centers,” adding th
Hurdle hints and answers for November 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
Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on November 14, 2026
Mashable / 1h
The Moon is getting a little bit bigger each night as we work through the lunar phases. We're still in the Waxing Crescent phase, which means more of the Moon is becoming illuminated each evening as it makes its way towards the First Quarter What is today's Moon phase? As of Saturday, Nov. 14, the NASA's Daily Moon Guide tracker tells us the Moon is in the Waxing Crescent phase, with 22% of its s
How to watch Japan vs. Brazil online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Watch Japan vs. Brazil in an International Friendly for free on GE TV . Access this free livestream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . There are some really interesting fixtures taking place this weekend. The Nations League has more significance than a regular International Friendly , but Japan vs. Brazil is arguably the most exciting fixture on the schedule. This contest takes p
NYT Connections hints today: Meanings for each word for Nov. 14, 2026
Mashable / 3h
Looking for spoiler-free NYT Connections hints or just wondering why Connections is trending today? We've got what you need to understand the clues for today's puzzle without spoiling any of the answers. Of course, Mashable has also provided daily hints and answers for Connections, Wordle , and Strands for years, so we can help you if that's also what you need. While we are focused more on meanin
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 14, 2026
Mashable / 3h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you're a new parent. Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and ti
NYT Strands hints, answers for November 14, 2026
Mashable / 3h
Today's NYT Strands hints will be easy if you're a parent. 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. Th
Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 14, 2026
Mashable / 3h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're not the friendliest. 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 Conne
The FAA Nationwide Ground Stop Is Over
Wired / 4h
The five-hour ordeal ended Friday evening. Planes will be allowed to fly again, but the effects of the stoppage will be felt throughout the weekend.
Save 50% on the WD_BLACK SN850P 2TB SSD and get all your games on one drive
How-To Geek / 4h
A bigger drive is one of the easiest ways to stop juggling which games and projects stay installed on your PC. The WD_BLACK SN850P 2TB Internal SSD is 50% off in a doorbuster deal at Best Buy, and it can give you the extra storage you need (whether on PS5 or PC) with a heatsink to spare.
FAA nationwide ground stop: Why it happened, according to officials
Mashable / 4h
Trump administration officials and Air Traffic Control (ATC) insiders are shedding light on Friday's nationwide ground stop , which resulted in massive delays for thousands of flights and nearly all domestic travelers. Several sources told CBS News Friday evening that the ground stop was caused by a communication system reboot. According to multiple insiders with knowledge of the incident, an upd
Gigabyte unveils its Nvidia Spark-powered AI workstation — AI TOP AERO combines Blackwell architecture GPU and up to 128 GB memory, if you can get one
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Gigabyte's AI TOP AERO fits Nvidia's 20-core RTX Spark N1X and up to 128GB of memory into a one-liter Windows 11 desktop Three days after its launch date, there is still no price, no regional configuration, and no product listing Rival 128GB RTX Spark and DGX Spark boxes cost $5,999 to $7,999, and MSI's top model is already out of stock Gigabyte has announced the AI TOP AERO , a roughly one-liter
SpaceX Minihard Data Center Gun Range Built in 4 Months
Next Big Future / 4h
While most are fighting for 8–12 month build times, SpaceX has cut them in half. MiniHard finished construction in ~5 months, and the new Gun Range plot just south of the state line will take ~4. How Are They Building So Fast? One thing often overlooked is that the Elon companies are some of the ... Read more
Tesla Cybercabs for Sale Now Under $30,000 with Cybercab Version of FSD $299/Month
Next Big Future / 4h
Here are the maintenance related things included in @Tesla’s $299/month Cybercab Autonomy Subscription for personal use: • Front and rear tire replacements • Tire rotations, tire pressure, wear, damage inspections, flat tire replacements • Windshield replacements, windshield wiper replacements, windshield cleaning, wiper blade cleaning and washer fluid refills. • Cabin air filter replacements • Ex
SpaceX Booster 22 Landed at 60 MPH In Shallow Water
Next Big Future / 4h
What is left of Booster 22! I was the first one at the boca chica beach when it opened https://t.co/l3v1i6D7bO — RGV Aerial Photography (@RGVaerialphotos) November 14, 2026
Your x86 Windows apps may now run on ARM64 thanks to Wine's AVX support
How-To Geek / 4h
Wine 11.22 is now available, updating the popular compatibility layer that lets you use Windows apps and games on Linux, macOS, and other Unix-like operating systems. The update adds AVX support to ARM64 Linux systems , making it easier to use Windows applications on Linux. AVX is a series of processing instructions that some apps need to function properly; Wine 11.22 adds support for AVX instruc
Tech Now
BBC News / 5h
Yasmin Morgan-Griffiths follows a team testing AI early warning systems for landslides.
Starship flight 15 powers to orbit—setting up a possible catch on Saturday
Ars Technica / 5h
STARBASE, Texas—Starship lifted off right on schedule Friday from South Texas, making its 15th test flight in more than three years. The largely successful launch took place in the early evening; as the massive rocket rose into the atmosphere, the Sun sank toward the western horizon. Conditions were ideal for the launch, with the atmospheric winds so calm the rocket’s white plume did not dissipat
‘Vampire: the Masquerade’ Alpha 2.0 Playtest Undoes Controversial Changes
Gizmodo / 5h
Health and vitae are once again separate after players pushed back against the combined resources.
Even Grand Theft Auto's original creators haven't been able to play GTA 6
BBC News / 5h
The next title in the series is expected to be the biggest video game release ever.
The Fanttik F2 Pro Rotary Tool Kit is a great addition to your tool arsenal for only $60
How-To Geek / 5h
A tethered power tool gets in the way when you're trimming a 3D print or reaching into a tight PC case. A cordless rotary tool fixes that and lets you work wherever the light is best, instead of hunting for an outlet near the bench. The Fanttik F2 PRO Cordless Rotary Tool Kit is a small, beginner-friendly kit that will solve your problem, and right now it's available on Amazon for just $60, 33% o
NYT Connections hints and answers for Saturday, November 14 (game #1252)
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Looking for a different day? A new NYT Connections puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Friday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Connections hints and answers for Friday, November 13 (game #1251) . Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clev
NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, November 14 (game #986)
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Looking for a different day? A new NYT Strands puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Friday's puzzle instead then click here: NYT Strands hints and answers for Friday, November 13 (game #985) . Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Word
Quordle hints and answers for Saturday, November 14 (game #1755)
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Looking for a different day? A new Quordle puzzle appears at midnight each day for your time zone – which means that some people are always playing 'today's game' while others are playing 'yesterday's'. If you're looking for Friday's puzzle instead then click here: Quordle hints and answers for Friday, November 13 (game #1754) . Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still goi
4 places you should never download Android apps from
How-To Geek / 6h
Google may have introduced more friction to the process of loading apps from places other than the Google Play Store, but with enough determination you can still install pretty much any app you want.
Save 33% on the newly released Ember Mug 3 and stop drinking lukewarm coffee
How-To Geek / 6h
Coffee has a way of going cold faster than you'd think, and reheating it is a chore. The Ember Mug 3 keeps your drink at the temperature you choose, and it's 33% off at Amazon right now as a limited-time early Black Friday deal.
The 16GB Pi 5 costs almost $400, here's the mini PC you should buy instead
How-To Geek / 6h
The Raspberry Pi just got a massive price hike. You'll now have to spend around $500 to get a full Pi 5 16GB setup, which is just crazy to me. I really don't think the Pi 5 is worth it at that price, as you can do almost everything that a Pi can do with a mini PC (outside of GPIO pins).
FAA has lifted its third-ever nationwide ground stop
Ars Technica / 6h
The Federal Administration lifted its third-ever nationwide ground stop after several hours Friday evening. Domestic flights were cleared to begin taking off at 8:35 pm EST. FAA Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy cautioned that, barring massive system updates, there will be "more of these" ahead. "Today's nationwide ground stop happened because our air traffic control system is operating on DECA
SpaceX Starship Flight 15 Launched -Booster Return Abort. Ship is Good in Orbit
Next Big Future / 6h
SpaceX has a good few minutes of launch Starship is in orbit and will then deploy satellites. Tower was go for catch. They have a booster return abort. It came in too fast. Engine relight problem with V3 booster. IF SPACEX succeeds on every mission objective on Starship flight 15, this will be one of ... Read more
Sony Will Push ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ for Oscar Glory
Gizmodo / 6h
Sony chairman Tom Rothman explains why he thinks the latest 'Spider-Man' movie deserves awards recognition.
007 First Light composers explain how they honoured the ‘legacy’ sound of Bond, while leaving ‘plenty of room for more modern elements’
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
007 First Light composers Joe Henson and Alexis Smith explain how they captured the "legacy" of Bond Henson says, "There was never really a question about how we would attack the project" Smith says the music "must make the player feel like they are inhabiting the universe of James Bond" The composers for 007 First Light 's soundtrack have shared how they combined their musical experience to capt
FAA grounds all US flights due to 'telecommunication outage' — officials say ' no indication...that this was a nefarious attack,' but they can't rule out a cyberattack yet
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
For only the third time in 25 years, the FAA has called a ground stop for all air traffic in the US. US officials said a telecommunications issue has hampered Air Traffic Control Centers across the US and their ability to communicate with planes in the air. Around 4:30PM ET, the FAA issued, according to ABC News, an extraordinary alert to pilots that reads in part: "Due to extraordinary circumsta
How the Jensen Huang scandal created a headache for business-friendly Singapore
BBC News / 6h
The scandal has cast a spotlight on Singapore's success as a chip hub - and a location for alleged illicit trade.
3 excellent Netflix documentaries to binge-watch this weekend (November 13-15)
How-To Geek / 7h
It's been a great time for Netflix documentaries in November . So far this month, Netflix has released Taken: Natalee Holloway , a true crime series about a missing person's case, and Avedon , an informative movie about a legendary photographer. And if those don't pique your interest, here are three more documentaries to consider.
FAA ground stop: When will it end? Not as soon as youd like.
Mashable / 7h
Update : The ground stop has been lifted, and domestic flights resumed late Friday. For the second time since 9/11, all air travel in the United States has been temporarily halted . The Federal Aviation Administration issued a rare nationwide ground stop on Friday afternoon, leaving countless travelers stranded at airports across the U.S. Officials, including Secretary of Transportation Sean Duff
The FAA nationwide ground stop sparks travel panic and viral memes
Mashable / 7h
Update : The ground stop has been lifted, and domestic flights resumed late Friday. For only the third time in U.S. history, flights across the United States have been ordered to stay on the ground . And as travelers found themselves stranded at airports, sitting in airport bars, and wondering when they might finally take off, the internet did what it does best and started posting. On Friday, Nov
Is the nationwide ground stop related to the FAAs new air traffic AI?
Mashable / 7h
Update: The ground stop has been lifted, and domestic flights resumed late Friday. For only the third time in U.S. history, the Federal Aviation Administration(FAA) has issued a nationwide ground stop of all flights. U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy confirmed the ground stop at 4:16 p.m. ET. More than 2,000 flights have already been affected and flights into the U.S. have also been hal
FAA ground stop updates: What we know so far
Mashable / 7h
Update 8:49 p.m. Nov. 13: According to reports, airline sources say the ground stop has been lifted . On Friday afternoon, the FAA grounded all planes nationwide , an extraordinary step that brought air travel to a grinding halt. The aviation administration said it halted travel "due to extraordinary circumstances and for reasons of safety." U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy also confir
I Analyzed the Seven Biggest AI Chatbots to Determine How Safe They Are for Kids
Lifehacker / 7h
AI safety for both adults and children is under greater scrutiny than ever before, with a growing number of questions and concerns appearing around how beneficial or otherwise these conversational bots actually are for our mental well-being—even without considering their energy use, ethics, or economic implications. At the same time, an increasing number of apps and services are becoming age-gate
Amazon’s new Kindle Colorsoft is a premium e-reader with a premium price
TechCrunch / 7h
The latest model is lighter and thinner than its predecessor and features an edge-to-edge display. But if you already own the first-generation Colorsoft, there’s little reason to upgrade.
Some international physical copies of GTA VI can allegedly be redeemed without opening the box
Engadget / 7h
The box was already for decoration, and now maybe more so.
Jensen Huang’s departure blasts big hole in AI startup funding, VCs and founders say
TechCrunch / 7h
Nvidia poured tens of billions into AI startups under Huang. Without him at the helm, founders and VCs are bracing for smaller checks and lower valuations.
Hackers Stole Thousands of Uber Drivers’ Data Through an AI Startup
Gizmodo / 7h
Hackers broke into an AI startup used by Uber and made off with thousands of drivers' personal information. Notion was caught up in the breach, too.
FAA Issues Nationwide Ground Stop, Shuts Down The Skies: What’s Going On?
One Mile at a Time / 7h
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a nationwide ground stop, which is pretty unprecedented. Admittedly we’ve had our fair share of air traffic control issues in the United States over the years. But this is really on a different level, unlike anything we’ve seen since 9/11, in terms of operational disruptions. I guess it’s fitting that this is happening on Friday the 13th. Fligh
Flight status tracker: How to check online after FAA grounds all flights
Mashable / 7h
Update: The ground stop has been lifted, and domestic flights resumed late Friday. In an extraordinarily rare move, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced that all flights in the U.S. are grounded on Friday afternoon. The FAA said this nationwide ground stop was "due to extraordinary circumstances and for reasons of safety." U.S. Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy posted a confir
Everyone's buying the AMD Ryzen 5 5500, but it's not the bargain it appears to be
How-To Geek / 7h
AMD's AM4 platform is now a decade old, but it remains a popular choice among budget PC builders. New AM4 CPUs are still readily available, and since AM5 motherboards and DDR5 memory have now become prohibitively expensive , sticking with the older platform is now the only way to build a PC on a budget.
Linux is getting a tool that crashes your system on purpose
How-To Geek / 7h
The Linux 7.5 source tree will introduce a new tool called hwpoison-panic that deliberately induces certain memory issues in your computer to cause a crash. Developers can use the tool to test the Linux kernel and ensure it crashes when expected
FAA expands AI advice to manage air traffic congestion across entire US airspace
Ars Technica / 7h
The US government has expanded the use of an AI tool for advising air traffic controllers to assist in managing air traffic across the entire national airspace system. Airline executives have voiced support for the rollout, but the US labor union representing air traffic controllers has said it was not involved in designing or testing the AI-driven system. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA
‘Hunger Games’ Author Explains Why Haymitch Didn’t Tell Katniss and Peeta About His Rebellion
Gizmodo / 7h
Actors Joseph Zada and Woody Harrelson will finally shed new light on the fan-favorite character's infamous Quarter Quell rebellion when 'Sunrise on the Reaping' hits theaters on November 20.
Microsoft outage was largest of 2026, report says
Mashable / 7h
As Microsoft continues to try to fix a huge service outage that has disrupted software services globally, a new report dropped, possibly confirming something most of us could have guessed. Ookla and DownDetector published a report on Friday afternoon claiming that the Microsoft outage was, by a significant margin, the largest such outage of 2026, based on the number of users who reported problems
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Wallet, claiming its a safe way to have AI shop for you
Mashable / 7h
Would you trust an AI agent to make purchases online on your behalf? AI companies are hoping you will. However, many e-commerce and financial service companies are skeptical of the technology and have blocked AI agents from using their platforms. On Friday, OpenAI launched a new product called ChatGPT Wallet that appears to be an attempt to address that skepticism. According to OpenAI, ChatGPT Wa
FAA Ground Stop: Every U.S. Airport Departure Halted As Air Traffic Control Communications Fail
View from the Wing / 7h
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How to Check Your Flight Status After the FAA Canceled the Ground Stop for All Airports
Lifehacker / 7h
Update, 8:41 p.m.: The Federal Aviation Administration announced it has ended the ground stop . On Friday afternoon, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) ordered a nationwide ground stop for all airports in the United States . If you're planning to fly this afternoon or evening, or you have friends or family doing the same, you're likely concerned about tracking flight statuses. While there'
10 Hacks Every watchOS 27 User Should Know
Lifehacker / 7h
watchOS 27 introduces a solid set of upgrades to your wrist— assuming your Apple Watch supports it . While the newest update isn't Apple's most feature-filled, it does include a number of changes that improve the way you exercise, track your health, and locate missing items. That's especially true for anyone with the latest Series 12 or Ultra 4. If your Apple Watch supports watchOS 27, you should
Paid services like Acrobat and Google Drive look amateurish next to these free self-hostable apps
How-To Geek / 8h
You probably have a Google Drive account, an Adobe Acrobat subscription, and a growing collection of files scattered across different cloud services. It's convenient until you're paying monthly fees for storage, PDF editing, and features you only occasionally use. But what if you could take control of your files instead?
Gemini can now audit your Google Wallet spending to find hidden subscriptions
How-To Geek / 8h
Gemini has evolved from a general-purpose chatbot to a more personal AI assistant by integrating with services like Gmail , Google Photos, YouTube, and Search to give it more context about users’ lives. Now, Google is adding personal finance to the picture.
Millions of Americans are not taking their GLP-1 drugs as prescribed
Ars Technica / 8h
GLP-1 medications are everywhere these days. The peptide-based drugs are both highly effective and wildly popular for diabetes, weight loss and a growing range of connected chronic health conditions, including cardiovascular disease and obstructive sleep apnea. But, amid the boom, the latest data suggests millions of Americans have turned to unapproved versions and are using the potent drugs in w
BREAKING: Flights grounded across US in rare nationwide ground stop
The Points Guy Articles / 8h
Travelers headed to the airport faced the possibility of significant disruptions on Friday evening — and possibly beyond — after an extremely rare nationwide ground stop threatened to upend flight schedules across the United States. All departing flights in the U.S.were grounded indefinitely Friday afternoon on orders from the Federal Aviation Administration. The agency cited "extraordinary circu
5 new shows to watch this week across Netflix, Prime Video, and more (November 13-15)
How-To Geek / 8h
Streaming services are beginning to ramp up their libraries ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. New movies hitting streaming this week include Heartland on Netflix and Being Heumann on Apple TV. Both services also have new shows premiering this week. Netflix's offering is a Y2K-inspired psychological thriller, while Apple TV's is a heist series.
US government grounds all flights across the United States ‘due to extraordinary circumstances’
TechCrunch / 8h
A spokesperson for the FAA told TechCrunch that it issued the ground stop "following communication issues impacting multiple Air Route Traffic Control Centers," which manage the airspace across the United States.
FAA Grounds All US Flights Until Further Notice
Wired / 8h
The government cited a nationwide communications failure among air traffic control systems as the reason for the sudden grounding on Friday.
Save $70 on the GTPLAYER Gaming Chair and work in comfort
How-To Geek / 8h
The GTPlayer Gaming Chair is amazing for players who want ultimate comfort during marathon sessions. It's also ideal for office workers or anyone who sits at a desk all day, who'll appreciate the ample support and plush padding that keep them feeling refreshed. Get this gaming chair at 41% off on Amazon and enjoy better posture and all-day comfort.
Nationwide FAA Ground Stop Is Over, Sean Duffy Says: ‘I Didn’t Anticipate That We Would Have An Outage Like This’
Gizmodo / 8h
Duffy warned more disruptions would be likely if more funds for FAA upgrades don't come through.
The trophy icon in your Pixel's notification shade is hiding a shortcut
How-To Geek / 8h
Google Pixel, like many other brands, focuses on customization, personalization, and uniqueness. Each company wants to stand out in its own way, hoping to grab new customers with the latest and greatest features.
Five Hacks Every Apple Watch Series 12 User Should Know
Lifehacker / 8h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. The latest Apple Watches have a lot of new features that older watches don't, so I figured it was time for a new list of hacks. While our general Apple Watch and fitness tracking hacks are still golden, Series 12 devices offer new features like native step counting , a Readiness app, an upgraded heart rate sensor, an AI-based version of Siri , and
Darth Vader’s Lightsaber From ‘The Empire Strikes Back’ Just Obliterated a Star Wars Auction Record
Gizmodo / 8h
The dark side of the Force is strong with whoever just dropped nearly $5 million on a pretend laser sword.
These 6 AI robot pets might be the cutest gifts of 2026
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
If you've always wanted a pet but don't fancy the responsibilities of feeding, walking, or cleaning up after it, then an AI-powered robot companion might be just what you're looking for this Christmas. From fluffy creatures that develop their own personalities to robot dogs that can recognize your face and desktop companions that actually talk back, AI pets are getting smarter, cuter, and more li
4 annoying Google Maps features you can turn off
How-To Geek / 9h
Google Maps could be the perfect navigation app if only Google would leave things alone. Whether it's surprise changes, disruptive questions, or default settings that don't apply to you, some of the design choices are a genuine pain. Fortunately, to do away with those frustrations, you just need to know where to look.
Amazons early Black Friday deal on this Osprey travel backpack drops it to a new record-low price — save 35%
Mashable / 9h
SAVE $38.50: The Osprey Daylite Expandable Travel Pack 26+6 is on sale for just $71.50 on Amazon as of Nov. 13. That's a 35% discount on its $110 MSRP and its lowest price ever. Opens in a new window Credit: Osprey Osprey Daylite Expandable Travel Pack 26+6 $71.50 at Amazon $110 Save $38.50 Heads up, holiday travelers: Amazon just dropped an early Black Friday deal on a top-rated travel backpack.
Cathay Pacific business class is still worth the hype, especially for just 75,000 points
The Points Guy Articles / 9h
Some of the most aspirational business-class award redemptions are increasingly hard to find, even for the most experienced points and miles enthusiasts. Cathay Pacific is a prime example. It's harder and harder to find award availability in the Hong Kong-based airline's premium cabins, especially with partners. But one trick still works: Look for award availability when airlines launch new route
Scientists Bought 480 Legal Weed Products. Most Labels Were Missing Something
Gizmodo / 9h
Many cannabis products sold at dispensaries don't even contain expiration dates, researchers in Colorado have found.
Microsoft 'deeply sorry' for global outage as it reports broad recovery
BBC News / 9h
Experts say the event is a "stark reminder" of how heavily the world relies on a small group of big tech providers.
American unveils 9-route LAX shakeup with new, expanded service — and 2 cuts
The Points Guy Articles / 9h
We didn't have to wait long to find out how American Airlines is shaking up its route map in Los Angeles. Just minutes after TPG reported the carrier was planning a route announcement at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), American revealed its plans. And there's both good and bad news for AA flyers in Southern California. Most notably, the carrier plans to bolster its service on four routes
How To Redeem World Of Hyatt Points For Best Value, Maximize Award Chart
One Mile at a Time / 9h
I write a lot about the value of hotel loyalty programs , and in this post, I’d like to talk about World of Hyatt. What are the best ways to redeem World of Hyatt points, how many points do you need for a free night redemption, how does the award chart work, etc.? World of Hyatt award chart & redemptions explained Let’s start by talking about the basics of redeeming World of Hyatt points — how mu
Amazon's early Black Friday sale brings the SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ Open-Ear Earbuds down to their lowest price yet
How-To Geek / 9h
Earbuds that seal off your ears or have active noise cancellation get risky when you need to hear traffic on a run or someone walking up to you in a gym. Open-ear earbuds, like the SHOKZ OpenFit 2+ , are built to keep your surroundings audible while you listen. Right now, you can get them for half off at Amazon as part of an early Black Friday deal.
The Polar Vortex Just Broke a 68-Year Record—and We May Pay the Price at Thanksgiving
Gizmodo / 9h
The earliest polar vortex disruption on record is sending frigid air into the United States.
4 Ryobi 40V accessories that turn your battery into so much more
How-To Geek / 9h
Ryobi is one of the most popular power tool brands, and while that's mostly due to a large selection of affordable tools, a big part of its success is its hundreds of products and accessories that all run off the same battery. If you own a few Ryobi 40V tools, there are many other ways to put those big battery packs to use.
This young startup wants to power floating data centers with the ocean’s heat, and investors are already on board
TechCrunch / 9h
Drogue is harvesting heat from the ocean to power data centers on floating vessels. The first prototype should be bobbing around the ocean, crunching bits, in less than two years.
Nuclear Tests Left Something Behind in Canada’s Iconic Maples—and It Lasted 60 Years
Gizmodo / 9h
For over half a century, hundreds of above-ground nuclear weapons tests during the Cold War arms race between the U.S. and the Soviet Union left their mark on Canada’s sugar maple.
Atlas Coffee Club’s Black Friday Deals (2026)
Wired / 9h
For Black Friday, a new quarterly option delivers three bags at a time, each from a different country.
How to watch Argentina vs Uruguay: FREE live streams, TV channels & kick-off time for international friendly
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Find out how to watch Argentina vs Uruguay for free from anywhere in the world as the two South American sides face off in an international friendly. The post-Lionel Messi era begins after the Argentine bowed out with 208 appearances and 126 goals for his country in a somewhat doctored friendly against Benin. Now, Lionel Scaloni's attention turns to getting the most out of his team without their
There's no faster laptop under $700 than this $560 Core i9 monster with a CPU that rivals the M5 in the $1,099 Apple MacBook Air
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Black Friday is nearly here, and we’ve seen several great early deals, including on laptops. One of the best bargains I’ve found so far is a powerhouse laptop that costs less than $560 yet outperforms far pricier machines. The Hasee X5 15.6 laptop is now down to $559.99 at Newegg. The laptop runs an Intel Core i9-12900H, a 14-core processor normally found in high performance machines well above t
In elephants, the resilience of communities has its limits
Ars Technica / 9h
Elephants live in some of the most complex and resilient societies in the animal kingdom. Individuals die or move away, calves grow up, and newcomers join, but the local communities as a whole usually hold together. Long-term studies of African savanna elephants have shown that, even after poaching or other spikes in deaths, survivors tend to rebuild their lost connections over time. But a new st
Uber confirms thousands of driver IDs compromised in data breach
Mashable / 9h
Uber is notifying thousands of drivers that their personal information and driver's licenses were stolen in a recent data breach. The rideshare giant confirmed the breach in filings submitted to nationwide attorneys general this month. One of the company's third-party service providers, confirmed by TechCrunch to be Fireworks AI , notified Uber of the hack, which compromised several of its client
If Your Google Pixel's Camera Is Suddenly Broken, Here's the Fix
Lifehacker / 10h
Updates are generally good for your devices. The latest Chrome update, for example, patches an actively exploited security vulnerability , while Apple's latest updates stop people from seeing iMessages they shouldn't have access to. In most cases, it's beneficial to update your tech to the latest software version whenever possible. Sadly, updates aren't all perfect, as Google Pixel users are disc
10 Privacy Hacks Every Mac User Should Know
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Apple has a pretty good track record on privacy. The company bakes a number of protections into its OSes to keep your data from being shared or stolen. That said, you can make your Apple devices even more secure. There are plenty of opt-in settings that make it even harder for anyone to snoop on your device and activity. These are the best privacy
We Have a Tiny Tease About the Plot of ‘Pluribus’ Season 2
Gizmodo / 10h
Actor Samba Schutte, who plays fellow survivor Mr. Diabaté, is now a series regular. But why?
I finally stopped micromanaging my Android phone, and you should too
How-To Geek / 10h
I've been using Android phones for a very long time. While phones have become increasingly capable and Android has gotten much better at managing system resources, I haven't exactly evolved with it. I just can't seem to break one particular habit I picked up in the early days: swiping away apps when I'm done with them.
Tenant Uses AI to Beat Down His Landlord in Court
Futurism / 10h
It took years, but a worthy use case for AI has finally emerged. In the United Kingdom, a south London man successfully argued against a petty rent-hike imposed by his landlord using generative AI, the independent publication London Centric reported . The renter, identified as David, was notified that his rent would go up by a rate of £17.92 a month, or a little under $24 US. That might not sound
Kalshi ditches Trump Jr. as advisor; CEO admitted "optics" weren't good
Ars Technica / 10h
Donald Trump Jr. agreed to end his advisory role with the prediction market Kalshi shortly after Trump Jr.'s venture capital firm made a large investment in its competitor, Polymarket. “We have mutually agreed to end Don's advisory role after his firm's significant investment in a competitor this past summer. We are grateful for his contributions in helping us market Kalshi to more customers," Ka
Blame Game Unfolds in Nvidia’s Alleged Spy Scandal: Treasury Points to Commerce
Gizmodo / 10h
The Treasury secretary says Howard Lutnick’s Commerce Department ignored months of warnings about Nvidia chip sales to China.
AI agent startup LangChain hits $3B valuation
TechCrunch / 10h
LangChain now claims 7,000 customers of its model and platform agnostic agent management tool LangSmith.
Former Hyatt Renovation Halted After Inspectors Find Families Living Inside—And Rooms Chained From The Outside
View from the Wing / 10h
Inspectors entered the closed former Hyatt Regency Dearborn and found families living upstairs. Hotel room doors on the property were chained and padlocked from the outside. Two days later, police searched. The families were gone. Officers closed the case after about a two hour search.
Starship Flight 15 Lifts Off, SpaceX Fails to Catch Booster
Gizmodo / 10h
The Super Heavy booster splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico rather than returning to Starbase as planned.
6 PC-building hot takes you're going to hate me for
How-To Geek / 10h
I've been building PCs for 20 years, and I've dealt with a lot of PCs in that time. I stand by the opinion (to me, it's almost a fact) that a PC you build yourself is always better than a prebuilt. (I still bought a prebuilt this year , though, but that's a reflection on the state of the market.)
These Are the Best Ways to Encrypt Your Email
Lifehacker / 10h
You probably already know that your email isn't actually all that private, especially if you have a free account with a major service provider like Gmail (Google) or Outlook (Microsoft). But if you are sending sensitive information via email, you can minimize what can be snooped on and by whom using end-to-end encryption, which generally ensures that only the recipient can read your message. Here
Google now lets people connect Gemini to their bank accounts
Engadget / 10h
This is for spending analysis and not for making purchases.
Hilton Honors Amex Card Bonus: Points + Free Night Award Welcome Offers
One Mile at a Time / 10h
For applications through January 13, 2027, American Express and Hilton are offering increased welcome offers on their four co-branded credit cards , and these are among the best deals we’ve seen on the cards. With these lucrative welcome offers, you can earn both points and an uncapped free night award (valid at properties costing up to 250,000 points per night, which is Hilton’s highest award co
Microsoft 365 Crawls Back to Life After a 24-Hour Outage
Wired / 10h
The company says a bad update—not a cyberattack or AI—caused its servers around the world to crash.
ChatGPT Is Ready to Reach Into Your Wallet
Gizmodo / 10h
You're going to have to pocket watch your bot.
OpenAI board member worries an AI "takeover" of society could be months away
Ars Technica / 10h
How do you think you're going to die? If you go by the current statistics for deaths in the US , it's reasonable to expect that cancer or heart disease will eventually get you. But OpenAI Foundation board member and Alignment Research Center Executive Director Paul Cristiano thinks we should all be worried about another major mortality risk. Speaking at a lecture series this week , Cristiano blun
Disney's 3D movies shine on Meta's Quest 3, it's just a shame it took so long
Engadget / 10h
Finally, you can watch Avatar in 3D HFR at home.
Younger workers are hiding AI usage from bosses as they try to hold on to jobs
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Shadow AI is growing in the workplace, with 29% of Gen Z workers admitting to using it 26% of Gen Z workers feel their colleagues will view secret AI use negatively Meanwhile, 35% of the same group feel dishonest for using AI The use of AI in the workplace is increasing – whether it has been officially mandated or otherwise – and some groups of employees are finding it increasingly challenging. R
3 award-winning movies to watch on Netflix this weekend (November 13-15)
How-To Geek / 11h
Netflix has a lot to offer on your watch list this month , including a collection of acclaimed movies with performances and storytelling that prove why they made the cut. This week's roster of winners includes a light comedy-drama, a supernatural romance, and a drama with a twist.
Chase’s New $350 IHG Card Offers 200,000 Points—Plus $400 In Flight Credits Before Your First Renewal
View from the Wing / 11h
Chase’s new $350 IHG credit card can return $400 in flight credits before your first renewal, on top of a 200,000-point initial bonus. It also gives you enough elite nights to choose a confirmable suite upgrade without first earning those nights through hotel stays.
The Apple Watch Series 11 Is $100 Off in Walmart's Early Black Friday Sale
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. If you’ve been counting down to Black Friday and hoping for a deal on an Apple Watch, there’s no time like the present: Walmart recently launched its early Black Friday tech deals , and the rarely discounted Apple Watch Series 11 is currently $100 off, bringing the 42mm GPS
AI-Pilled Tech Bro Claims His Agents Found an Ancient Maya Site in the Jungle. It Turns Out That Researchers Actually Discovered It.
Futurism / 11h
Google AI researcher Pietro Miotti let his AI agents loose on some NASA lidar data — where, according to him, they made a staggering discovery: an ancient Maya site lurking deep under the thick canopy of the jungles of Mexico. “By analyzing NASA lidar data, my AI agents discovered a Maya site in Mexico that, as far as anyone can tell, no one had reported before,” Miotti wrote in a breathless blog
What Amenities Make An Airport Lounge Good? Here’s My Take…
One Mile at a Time / 11h
I write a lot about airport lounges on the blog, ranging all the way from domestic lounges in the United States , to the best business class lounges , to the best first class lounges . When I rank the lounges that I like the most, some readers understandably have very different takes. I thought it would be fun to start a discussion about basic expectations of airport lounges, and what makes them
Export-banned Nvidia chips are behind China’s most powerful AI models — uh-oh, Jensen!
TechCrunch / 11h
New research shows the most advanced AI models from China were trained on banned Nvidia chips.
Microsoft outage: Does Microsoft owe you money? What to know.
Mashable / 11h
Microsoft's massive, productivity-destroying software outage appears to be receding as of Friday morning, but that's only the start of the process for businesses looking to get some of their Office 365 money back. Several important enterprise software products, such as Outlook and Teams, were functionally offline for many users on Thursday and into Friday. Since Office 365 is a service businesses
10 Books Like ‘A Court of Thorns and Roses’ You Should Read Next
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Sarah J. Maas’ lush, romance-soaked series A Court of Thorns and Roses has blossomed into a sprawling, complex fantasy series with millions of dedicated fans, and with good reason. A complex heroine who keeps discovering new depths in herself, fascinating supporting characters who shift from antihero to antivillain in unexpected ways, creative and
The first 100-inch TV with Ambilight is here, and this thing will be super-immersive
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
The world's largest Ambilight TV ever, with Ambiscape expandability 4K QLED panel with 4 x HDMI 2.1 Selling for less than €2,100 (about $2,320 / £1,753 / AU$3,419) If, like me, you believe that smart lighting can really enhance your home theater or TV experience, you might be interested in The One. It's the largest Ambilight TV in the world, coming in at a whopping 100 inches. The One was already
This is Claude’s most useful feature, and 99 percent of you are using it wrong, if at all
How-To Geek / 11h
Vibe coding is all the rage right now. Everyone seems to be using Claude (or ChatGPT) to build alternatives to their expensive software subscriptions. And while that’s a legitimate and powerful way to get value out of your Claude subscription , I feel it’s overshadowing another feature that’s equally useful, if not more so: Computer Use.
Boost your productivity with $890 off Lenovo's ThinkPad E16 Gen 3
How-To Geek / 11h
The Lenovo ThinkPad's legendary all-black design and red TrackPoint cursor controller symbolize quality and durability for business users worldwide. Get the latest ThinkPad E16 Gen 3 for 41% off with a limited-time Amazon deal and boost your productivity and efficiency.
Razer’s New Gaming Chair Rattles Your Spine and Blasts Your Ears in Pursuit of ‘Immersion’
Gizmodo / 11h
Razer's Soma Pro chair combines some of the company's weirdest (and somehow still appealing) immersion tech.
45+ best early Black Friday deals in the UK — Nintendo Switch 2, LG OLED TVs, AirPods 5, Kindle, Garmin Forerunner, and more of my top picks this weekend
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Is it already Black Friday? Technically, it isn't, as the official date is November 27. However, that hasn't stopped retailers from launching sales early. That means there are a lot of deals out there already, but how many are actually worth buying right now? That's what I'm here to help with, by sharing the top deal recommendations from myself and the team of experts at TechRadar. Big names such
Nvidia Employees Are Pushing for a Sam Altman 2.0
Gizmodo / 11h
Jensen Huang’s supporters say a little marital infidelity doesn't justify exile. Infidelity with a suspected Chinese spy, however, is harder to defend.
Palantir CEO, With a Straight Face, Warns That Wealth Tax Will Cause Mass Surveillance
Futurism / 12h
Palantir has become synonymous with mass surveillance . The software company is literally named after an ominous all-seeing orb in the “Lord of the Rings” books that lets its wielder spy on anything in the land. You can forgive our consternation, then, that its CEO Alex Karp is now warning about the dangers of the very high-tech panopticon he’s helping to build — a concern that seemingly stems fr
The Latest James Bond Casting Speculation Hints at a Frontrunner
Gizmodo / 12h
'Twilight' and 'The Batman' star Robert Pattinson seems to be the top choice from the powers that be.
Android's new 'Create My Widget' tool is shockingly awesome
How-To Geek / 12h
One of the main features announced alongside the rollout of Android 17 this Summer was a tool called “Create My Widget.” Five months later, it’s finally arriving on Pixel phones. I was fully expecting it to be yet another AI gimmick, but I’ve been pleasantly proven wrong.
Microsoft’s Global Outage and Fixes: What We Know
NYT > Technology / 12h
The company described “encouraging” progress on efforts to overcome a second day of disruptions to its email, messaging and other services.
Which Hotel Credit Cards Offer Free Night Awards, And Are They Worth It?
One Mile at a Time / 12h
Hotel credit cards are among the most underrated out there . Understandably a lot of people get cards like the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card ( learn more ) and Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card ( learn more ) to maximize the rewards they’re earning for their spending , and that’s a great idea. These cards offer valuable bonus categories, no foreign transaction fees, great travel coverage, and more. B
Microsoft Outage Knocks Out Email for Businesses, Police, and Hospitals
Gizmodo / 12h
The tech giant is racing to fully restore Outlook, Teams, and other Microsoft 365 services following a widespread outage.
Microsoft outage 'stark reminder' of how much we rely on tech
BBC News / 12h
Microsoft has apologised for the issue, which it said was due to a technical failure.
Russia turns to AI filters to hunt down VPNs in 2.2-billion-ruble crackdown
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Russia spent 2.27B to integrate AI into its national web filtering system It flags VPN connections by analyzing packet timing and server patterns Experts warn the rollout could impact all VPN protocols Russia's communications watchdog, Roskomnadzor, has reportedly officially deployed machine learning filters to choke virtual private networks across the country. The state censor poured 2.27 billio
Discover how creators are getting the most out of Adobe Firefly
How-To Geek / 12h
Being a creator demands a constant flow of creative output. Followers want more content, brand partners need professional-looking visuals, and you have tons of ideas that you want to bring to life. With the right tools to leverage your creativity and quickly produce polished images and videos, you can spend less time fighting through the technical details and more time focused on actually creatin
I stopped distro hopping after changing one simple habit in Linux
How-To Geek / 12h
My first Linux installation was a disastrous adventure. I removed Windows and went all in with Linux , namely Ubuntu. That was just the beginning. Over the years, I've used many distros, including Linux Mint, Fedora, Rhino Linux, Kali Linux, blendOS, Debian, and most recently CachyOS.
Lego’s poinsettia set is 44% off, and yes, it counts as holiday decor
Mashable / 12h
TL;DR: The Lego Icons Poinsettia building set (10370) is on sale for $28 at Amazon, down from $49.99. That’s $21.99 off, or 44% in savings. Lego Icons Poinsettia (10370) $28 at Amazon $49.99 Save $21.99 Anytime I hear the word “ Lego ,” I immediately think of my nephew. Whenever he’s with me, I take him to the Lego Store (or BrickinBad) to pick out a new set. It’s become our thing. But this is on
You can now tempt fate and give your banking information to ChatGPT
Engadget / 12h
The new Wallet feature will allow its AI agents to make purchases on your behalf.
The Microsoft Outage Is a Warning for the World
Wired / 12h
Countless businesses, schools, hospitals, and governments have found out the hard way what it means to rely on a single company’s systems to get things done. And next time could be even worse.
OpenAI board member worries an AI "takeover" of society could be months away
Ars Technica / 12h
How do you think you're going to die? If you go by the current statistics for deaths in the US , it's reasonable to expect that cancer or heart disease will eventually get you. But OpenAI Foundation board member and Alignment Research Center Executive Director Paul Cristiano thinks we should all be worried about another major mortality risk. Speaking at a lecture series this week , Cristiano blun
Stanford Scientists Intrigued by Method for Bringing Bleached Coral Back to Life
Futurism / 12h
Climate change has wreaked havoc on coral reefs around the world, causing them to turn white in “bleaching events” that are conventionally seen as the death knell for these crucial ecosystems. The process occurs after the living organisms expel tiny symbiotic algae called zooxanthellae , which live in their tissues and represent a major source of food. While technically not dead, bleached coral i
Bose Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds Review: A Bit Too Rich for My Tastes
Gizmodo / 12h
Bose's first wired earbuds in 11 years are nice, with solid sound, good ANC, and a pleasant aesthetic, but I'm not sure they're worth spending $100 on in a world full of cheap wired audio.
How to watch Scotland vs North Macedonia: FREE live streams, team news, TV channels & kick-off time for Nations League 2026/27 fixture
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Find out how to watch Scotland vs North Macedonia for free from anywhere in the world, as the Group B1 strugglers go head-to-head in the 2026/27 Nations League . After a promising start to his tenure, things went south very quickly for Sebastien Pocognoli with dismal home defeats by Switzerland and Slovenia, which have left Scotland third in the group, needing four points from their final two fix
How to watch Sweden vs Bosnia & Herzegovina: live stream for free online from anywhere
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Find out how to watch Sweden vs Bosnia & Herzegovina for free from anywhere in the world as the two countries go head-to-head in the Nations League . After a disappointing World Cup, Sweden have found life much easier in the Nations League and have the chance to seal promotion to Tier A with a win over Bosnia & Herzegovina tonight. They have won three of their four fixtures so far and will be con
How to watch Serbia vs Germany: FREE live streams, TV channels & kick-off time for Nations League 2026/27 fixture
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Find out how to watch Serbia vs Germany for free from anywhere in the world as the two countries go head-to-head in the Nations League . Jurgen Klopp has had a tricky start to his tenure as Germany boss, winning just one of his first four games. Die Mannschaft are third in their group on five points, three behind the Netherlands and Greece. This is a must-win match if they want to reach the quart
How to watch Netherlands vs Greece for FREE: Live streams & TV channels for Nations League 2026/27
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Watch Netherlands vs Greece live streams as two unbeaten Nations League 2026/27 teams go head-to-head on matchday five. Netherlands vs Greece Fri, Nov 13, 2.45pm ET / 7.45pm GMT Free Streams Virgin Media Play (Ireland) | Alpha TV (Greece) | NPO 3 (Netherlands) Watch Anywhere Unlock your stream with NordVPN (save up to 77%) The Netherlands and Greece are level on eight points at the top of the tab
OpenAI Leadership Gets Fooled by Pranksters Pretending to be Ukrainian Officials, Discusses Military Secrets With Them
Futurism / 12h
Weeks ago, three OpenAI higher-ups became the butt of an embarrassing joke pulled by a duo of Russian pranksters, a gaffe with alarming implications for a company jockeying for military contracts. According to the Intercept , a trio of national security and strategic initiative leaders at OpenAI — Sasha Baker, Caroline Zier, and Ben Crampton — took a video call with the Russian comedians who go b
Why Your Airline Credit Card Is Worth Keeping—But Rarely Useful For Spending
View from the Wing / 12h
An airline credit card can save you enough in checked bag fees to justify keeping it, but cost you hundreds of dollars in rewards if you use it for your spending.
Scientists Figured Out Why We Feel Colder as We Age—and It’s Not What You Think
Gizmodo / 12h
Our built-in furnace loses some punch over time.
‘Marvel’s Wolverine’ Was a Disappointment
Gizmodo / 12h
Ahead of 'The Legend of Zelda' and 'Grand Theft Auto VI,' we had to get Marvel's latest off our pile.
