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YouTube will remove videos falsely linking COVID-19 to 5G
YouTube 5G FaZe Swagg5KEngadget / 6h
The rash of bogus conspiracy theories tying the COVID-19 pandemic to 5G has led to cell tower arson and threats against engineers, and YouTube is planning to crack down on that misinformation. The Google-owned service said it will remove videos that try to make the unsupported connection, as they violate recent policies banning videos promoting "medically unsubstantiated methods" of preventing co
Why Do Matter Particles Come in Threes?
10KWired / 15h
Nobel Prize–winning physicist Steven Weinberg's new paper tackles the mystery of why the laws of nature appear to have been composed in triplicate.
New York City bans Zoom in schools, citing security concerns
New York Zoom Security3KTechCrunch / 10h
As schools lie empty, students still have to learn. But officials in New York City say schools are not permitted to use Zoom for remote teaching, citing security concerns with the video conferencing service. “Providing a safe and secure remote learning experience for our students is essential, and upon further review of security concerns, schools should move away from using Zoom as soon as possib
Quit trying to make Quibi happen
Katzenberg Whitman QuibiEngadget / 6min
Nobody asked for Quibi. Nobody, that is, except for Jeffrey Katzenberg, the founder of Dreamworks Pictures and famed Hollywood producer. Where other mobile video startups failed, like Samsung’s long-forgotten Milk Video and Verizon's own Go90 (RIP), Katzenberg figured he could succeed by pouring money (somehow he’s raised $1.75 billion so far!) into top talent and well produced shows. At CES in J
Whale Sharks’ Long Lifespan Revealed by Atomic Bomb Remnants
Gizmodo / 6min
Scientists are determining the lifespan of the world’s largest fish with the help of nuclear weapons tests from the 1950s and 60s. Read more...
Quibi's tech lives up to the hype. The shows? That's up to you.
Katzenberg Whitman QuibiMashable / 9min
If you have an unquenchable thirst for streamed content and a few bucks to spare each month, Quibi would like a moment of your time. An actual moment, in this case. The short-form video app is launching Monday in the U.S. and Canada after months of attention-grabbing headlines involving its star-studded original shows. Don't get it twisted, though — this isn't just a Netflix competitor. The Quibi
John Krasinski, Lin-Manuel Miranda surprise a 'Hamilton' superfan with a special full-cast performance
Mashable / 9min
John Krasinski's YouTube show Some Good News is only in its second week, but has just pulled off one of the most heartwarming Zoombombings of the coronavirus era (not that hard, considering some of the shockers we've already seen ). Aubrey, a 10-year-old Hamilton megafan, was due to see her favourite musical in person for the first time this week, but obviously that's not possible during the curr
Microsoft Edge burns past Firefox, now world’s second most popular browser
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 52min
Less than three months after leaving beta, Microsoft's Chromium-based Edge browser has overtaken Firefox to become the second most popular web browser in the world, as reported by Bleeping Computer . As of March 2020, Microsoft Edge holds 7.59% of the browser market according to NetMarketShare – a far cry from Google Chrome, which is far and away the most popular at 68.5%. New Microsoft Edge brow
Tesla ventilators are made from Model 3 parts
SlashGear / 59min
In addition to testing kits and protective equipment, one of the pieces of equipment that is suddenly in short supply around the world is ventilators. These machines are critical in helping those already severely infected by the COVID-19 virus breathe and fight for their lives but their shortage is costing lives daily. Companies are now scrambling to try to fill … Continue reading
We tracked down the cheapest 'predator' heat-seeking smartphone
40TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
If there’s one smartphone feature that captures everyone’s imagination, it's a thermal camera. Already available in the likes of the Cat S60 and Cat S61 , this feature allows you to generate an image color-coded based on heat sources in the vicinity. Until recently, thermal cameras were only available either as standalone products (usually courtesy of FLIR) or on smartphones that were neither cut
Galaxy Tab S6 finally gets Android 10 and One UI 2.1
SlashGear / 1h
When you buy a flagship device, you build up an expectation that device would be supported with timely updates. That’s especially true if the device is barely a year old. Of course, some companies, like Apple, Google, and the late Essential, are better than others while some, like Samsung, are improving yet struggling to change old habits. The Galaxy Tab … Continue reading
The Walking Dead, That Was One Goofy-Ass Episode
35Gizmodo / 1h
With the Whisperer War about to reach its bloody zenith and everyone’s lives on the line, The Walking Dead apparently isn’t afraid to let things get weird first. And the assault rifle-toting ray of sunshine who made her debut last week was only the half of it. Read more...
The iShield: Apple to design and make medical gear
Cook Apple Face Shields500+BBC News - Technology / 1h
Tech giant Apple is designing and making more than 1m face shields a week to ship to medical workers.
DJI wants us all to fly free, offers up to AU$300 off at DJI store
40TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Many of us are rightfully self-isolating at home, but that doesn’t mean you can’t explore the outdoors. While you might be stuck at home, you can always fly free with one of DJI’s excellent quadcopters – some of the best consumer drones money can buy. It’s not just pro- and enthusiast-level drones on DJI’s catalogue – the brand also looks after your mobile needs, with one of the best action camer
iPhone 12 Pro leak points to long-awaited LiDAR feature
SlashGear / 1h
The iPad Pro’s inclusion of a LiDAR system wasn’t exactly unexpected but it was still surprising to some extent. Leaks have hinted at Apple taking the professional tablet’s cameras in that direction but more probably expected the technology to come to the iPhones first. It turns out that, probably due to scheduling, the iPad Pro was only getting a head … Continue reading
Australia, these were your favourite PC companies of 2019
36TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Over the last few weeks the readers of TechRadar and our sister titles PC Gamer , APC , TechLife Australia and PC PowerPlay have engaged in our annual tradition of voting for the top PC company in the land. Last week, we announced all the individual category winners as selected by our editorial team of experts. Head over here to see all the many well-deserving products, companies and technologies
Mixer gives every streaming partner $100 to help during COVID-19
100+Engadget / 2h
Numerous internet services have offered help to creators who may be struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic, but Microsoft's Mixer might have one of the simpler solutions: direct cash infusions. The livestreaming service is giving all of its partnered members $100 to help them get through any financial hardships while the outbreak lasts. Given that anyone sufficiently committed to Mixer to reach
Galaxy S20 with Exynos 990 benchmarks fall behind Snapdragon 865 variant
SlashGear / 2h
For years, Samsung Mobile has been dancing between two mobile processors, the Snapdragon chips from Qualcomm as well as the Exynos from its own sibling, Samsung Electronics LSI. In the past, the difference between the two chips in the same phone models hasn’t been that noticeably but that gap seems to be getting wider and wide. Matters have seemed to … Continue reading
Skype Meet Now lets you video chat without sign-ups or downloads
21SlashGear / 3h
While some work that has been taken home can often be done solo, employees in more collaborative offices often need more than just email or text messages to communicate. Sometimes even real-time team chats aren’t enough, especially for those used to looking for visual cues on their teammates’ faces. Video conference services are, of course, a dime a dozen but … Continue reading
Safari flaw let intruders hijack cameras on iPhones and Macs
400+Engadget / 3h
If you're working on a Mac at home or reconnecting with friends on an iPhone, you'll want to be sure you have the latest security updates. Security researcher Ryan Pickren has detailed recently patched Safari vulnerabilities that allowed intruders to hijack the cameras and microphones on iOS and macOS devices. A maliciously crafted website could trick Safari into believing the page had the same c
The Andrew Cuomo Nipple Mystery, One of the Toughest Jobs on Earth and Humanity’s Origin Story: Best Gizmodo Stories of the Week
Gizmodo / 3h
As I write this, I realize that most of you are probably staying at home, like me. First of all, hang in here. This is a long and difficult fight, but I have no doubt we will get through it. Today I must confess that I had lots of help from a bag of little chocolate bars, along with the kind online company of… Read more...
Apple has sourced over 20 million protective masks, now building and shipping face shields
Cook Apple Face Shields1KTechCrunch / 3h
As it mobilizes its supply chain, employees, and partners to provide personal protective equipment to medical workers and others working to stop the spread of the COVID-19 epidemic, Apple has sourced over 20 million face masks and is now building and shipping face shields, according to a statement from chief executive Tim Cook . Apple is dedicated to supporting the worldwide response to COVID-19.
Chrome SameSite Cookie changes rolled back to keep the Web stable
SlashGear / 3h
The Internet has taken on a critical role in the past weeks thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. So, too, is the software that connects us to the Internet and to each other. During these days, it would be difficult to have such technologies break down left and right if it can be helped. That’s why Google has been making a … Continue reading
Tesla shows how it’s building ventilators with car parts
1KTechCrunch / 3h
Tesla is among a group of automakers retooling facilities to build ventilators for the Covid-19 crisis. In the following video, the company provides a behind-the-scene look at its ventilator design process. Like Ford and General Motors, Tesla engineers are building its vent with parts for its vehicles. The reason is simple: car parts are available. Automotive companies obsessively stage parts for
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson Hospitalized Over Covid-19 Concerns
100+Gizmodo / 3h
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was hospitalized Sunday after he has continued to exhibit covid-19 symptoms in the 10 days since his diagnosis, according to multiple reports . Johnson’s office elaborated that he was admitted to an undisclosed London facility for additional testing based on advice from his doctor,… Read more...
A Sad, But Incredible Sight Comes To Us From Europe
View from the Wing / 4h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...
Zoombombing is a crime, not a prank, prosecutors warn
100Ars Technica / 4h
Enlarge (credit: Charlotte Nation / Getty) Coronavirus-related social distancing measures have given a big popularity boost to Zoom, a video conferencing platform that's known for its ease of use but not necessarily strong security or privacy protections. Internet trolls and other troublemakers have responded with "Zoombombing": joining Zoom meetings uninvited and disrupting them. Zoombombers hav
How to Watch Tonight's 'ACM Presents: Our Country' Special
64Lifehacker / 4h
The Academy of Country Music Awards are currently postponed until September 16th; however, tonight in place of the annual awards show the ACM is instead throwing a live two-hour special featuring some of the performances that might have taken place had the awards show actually happened. Read more...
Google Maps now highlights restaurants with delivery options
200+Engadget / 4h
Google Maps is still useful for grabbing a bite to eat even in the midst of widespread COVID-19 lockdowns, it seems. Google has rolled out updates to its Android and iOS apps that highlight restaurants with delivery (and, for some reason, takeout) options -- you just need to tap a button at the main screen to see what's available. It won't let you order food unless there's direct integration , al
Coronavirus: Video games add 'stay at home' Covid-19 adverts
100+BBC News - Technology / 4h
Candy Crush Saga, Dirt Rally 2.0 and Sniper Elite 4 are among titles that show a government campaign.
Facebook Hampers Do-It-Yourself Mask Efforts
500+NYT > Technology / 5h
The social network said it had made an “error” in threatening to ban the organizers of hand-sewn masks from posting or commenting on its site.
How to watch The Walking Dead season 10, episode 15 from anywhere today
52TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
The second half of The Walking Dead season 10 has had plenty of shocking twists and turns, but arguably the biggest is the news that the season finale is being delayed due to the coronavirus. That makes episode 15, 'The Tower', the Walking Dead season finale for now. Our guide explains how to watch The Walking Dead season 10, episode 15 online no matter where you are in the world. While fans of t
WrestleMania 36 live stream: watch the biggest WWE event of 2020 online for free now
WWE Wrestlemania 3648TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
WWE's WrestleMania may be a different beast in 2020, but it's still the most prestigious event on the professional wrestling calendar. The coronavirus pandemic means this year's Showcase of the Immortals is being spread over two days, so the biggest fights are still to come this Sunday. We're here to fill you in and explain how to live stream WrestleMania 36 for free - watch all the action as it
This Striking Fan-Animated Warhammer 40K Short Was Years in the Making
42Gizmodo / 5h
I am not in any way shape or form an expert on Warhammer 40K . I know, like, two things: space fascists are there, and everything looks extremely cool. But even with that light level of expertise, I can see why people enjoy this fan film . Read more...
You Now Get An Extra Three Months To Meet Minimum Spend on Amex Cards
View from the Wing / 6h
Last week I wrote about asking credit card issuers for extra time to meet minimum spending requirements to earn an initial bonus on a card you've signed up for. American Express appears to be offering 3 additional months to completed minimum spend required for initial bonuses. Continue reading ...
UK Authorities Turn to Social Media Platforms for Help Squashing Dangerous Coronavirus 5G Hoax
UK Coronavirus Conspiracy400+Gizmodo / 6h
Several cellphone towers across the UK went up in flames this week after a bogus conspiracy theory linking the pandemic to the rollout of 5G began to pick up traction online. This string of arson attacks, as well as widespread reports of related physical and verbal threats directed at broadband engineers , has… Read more...
Queen Elizabeth II delivers very British social distancing solidarity speech
500+Mashable / 6h
The Queen has spoken. Queen Elizabeth II took decidedly rare action Sunday, delivering a televised speech to the United Kingdom and British Commonwealth. The 93-year-old monarch spoke about the need for solidarity and strength as the world battles coronavirus and feels the economic impact of social distancing. It was only the fourth such appearance during a time of national trouble she has made.
GrubHub/Seamless’s pandemic initiatives are predatory and exploitative, and it’s time to stop using them
400+TechCrunch / 6h
Times are exceptionally hard, especially for local restaurants, which were always in a precarious business even before the COVID-19 pandemic hit. But when times are hard, people pull together, right? Or at least they don’t take advantage of the suffering and desperate to exploit and profit from them. Right? We’d all like to think so, but it’s not always true. Case in point: GrubHub, which owns Se
The need for online privacy is finally resonating with video chat
Zoom March Online100+Mashable / 6h
The public's generally blasé attitude towards online privacy finally seems to have met its match — in video chatting. On Friday, New York City banned its schools from using Zoom after determining the platform wasn't private and secure enough. Like organizations and individuals around the world, the district had turned to Zoom to remotely carry on its business during coronavirus-necessitated socia
United MileagePlus Extends Premier Status By A Year
100+One Mile at a Time / 6h
Earlier today it was announced that Delta SkyMiles will be extending elite status by a year , and now United MileagePlus has matched. United MileagePlus extends Premier status United MileagePlus is extending current Premier status by 12 months. That means whatever status you have right now will be valid throughout 2021, and into early 2022 (rather than expiring in early 2021). This applies across
Microsoft Edge becomes the second most popular desktop web browser
1KEngadget / 7h
Microsoft's gamble on a Chromium-based Edge browser appears to have paid off, at least in the short term. Bleeping Computer noted that Edge is now the second most popular desktop web browser based on usage, with NetMarketShare giving the software nearly 7.6 percent of the market in March, eclipsing a declining Mozilla Firefox with almost 7.2 percent. Edge is still far behind Chrome's 68.5 percent
Watch This Sweet Short Film About an Unemployed Special Effect
200+Gizmodo / 7h
Practical effects used to be the only way of doing things. If you wanted a cool image on screen, you had to build it and figure out how to film it. Now, computers make that work, well, not easier, but different. If you were an old special effect, it would be a rough adjustment. Read more...
United Airlines Extends Elite Status A Year, Club Memberships By 6 Months
29View from the Wing / 8h
Delta was first out of the gate to extend current member elite status through January 2022 . United clearly had a status extension plan in the can, ready to go, and was just waiting to see if another airline forced their hand - because within hours, on a Sunday afternoon, United's MileagePlus is also announcing a status extension. Continue reading ...
United, following Delta’s lead, extends elite status for all Premier members and more
500+The Points Guy / 8h
Well, that was quick. In response to Delta’s announcement Sunday morning extending elite status for another year, United’s just made its move. Like Delta, United is extending status to all its current Premier members through the end of the 2021 program year, which ends on Jan. 31, 2022. There’s a lot more in UA’s announcement than just a status extension, so let’s take a look at the details. Stay
The pilot’s view on the London Heathrow final approach
The Points Guy / 8h
Of all the airport approaches around the world, the view landing into London Heathrow over London is hard to beat. Get yourself a seat on the right-hand side of the aircraft and you’ll be treated to a bird’s-eye view of the Tower of London, Buckingham Palace and the London Eye, to name just a few sights. Last week I described the early stages of the approach , from leaving the cruising altitude d
Etsy Encourages Sellers to Produce Cloth Face Masks, So Long as They Don't Make Health Claims
100+Gizmodo / 8h
On the day that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advised the public to wear cloth face masks to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus, Etsy’s CEO, Josh Silverman, told his community of sellers that those with the skills and materials to make these masks should consider doing so. But the company… Read more...
8 tips to stay safe while visiting Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The Points Guy / 8h
I’ve been going to Brazil for more than 10 years. When I tell people about an upcoming trip, I often get reactions like: “Oh, but isn’t it really dangerous?” to which I usually respond: “Yes, it can be. But dangerous things can happen in many other cities around the world that we consider safe.” There are certain things that you would be fine doing in your hometown that should be avoided where po
Is it time for AAdvantage to once again follow Delta’s lead?
99The Points Guy / 8h
Delta maintained their position as the industry leader in US aviation customer service with the announcement today that elite status and benefits would be extended due to the impact COVID-19 has had on travel. The announcement has already been met with a huge wave of positivity from the frequent flyer world and will serve to score Delta a quick PR win in rather grim times. I believe there are dow
Music streaming subscriptions grew by nearly a third in 2019
Apple Counterpoint 2019100+Engadget / 8h
Streaming music still has a lot of room to grow, it appears. Counterpoint Research has determined that paid music subscriptions jumped 32 percent in 2019 to reach 358 million thanks to a mix of exclusives, phone service bundles , regional price cuts and extended trial periods. Not that the services will want to get complacent -- competition is heating up, according to analysts. Spotify still had
Ant-Man 3 Has Picked Up a Rick and Morty Writer
1KGizmodo / 8h
Marvel usually goes for some humor in their movies, but few are as explicitly comedy focused as the Ant-Man series has been. Which explains why Marvel would turn to one of TV’s most effective surreal comedies to find talent. Read more...
Here’s how Delta, Hilton and Hyatt impressed me during a crisis
88The Points Guy / 9h
Loyalty in the travel industry is a very strange beast. For most airline, hotel and car rental programs the clock resets on January 1 and travelers find themselves scrambling to requalify for the following year. Sure, there are some lifetime elite status tiers that can be hit. But generally, you are only as valuable to a company as your business during the past 12 months. That relationship is now
Jeffrey Katzenberg and Meg Whitman Gamble $1.8 Billion on Quibi
Katzenberg Whitman Quibi300+NYT > Technology / 9h
Jeffrey Katzenberg and Meg Whitman had to cancel a starry Hollywood party for their short-video platform because of the virus. But Quibi is still going live.
Why I’m becoming more loyal to Delta — without even flying
100+The Points Guy / 9h
Update as of 4:00 p.m. ET on 04/05/20 : United has now announced they too are extending status to all current Premier members through the end of the 2021 program year, which ends on January 31, 2022. Read more here . My first ever airline top tier elite status was Delta Diamond in 2011. In 2010, I clocked 135,000 MQMs which qualified me to become a “Charter Member” of the exclusive Diamond Elite
Marvel is Offering Access To a Bunch of Comics For Free
500+Gizmodo / 9h
If you’re looking for something new to read, Marvel is making 12 comics available to download for free right now through the Marvel Unlimited app for iOS and Android. Read more...
Hotel Comes Under Fire For Helping Wealthy Guests Quarantine From Coronavirus
View from the Wing / 9h
While other hotels are closing, with no transient business, Swiss luxury hotel brand Le Bijou is setting up “quarantine apartments” based on what they’re learning about guests needs - in-room meals and COVID-19 testing, a private gym, access to medical care. Le Bijou’s CEO says he noticed a drop off in three night bookings, but green shoots in the form of 14-day stays. He learned these were guest
You can enjoy 7 of New York’s hottest restaurants from the comfort of your home right now
The Points Guy / 9h
New York City, home to TPG HQ and a favorite destination for many travelers, has become the epicenter of the novel coronavirus outbreak in the U.S. On March 16, Governor Andrew Cuomo ordered all restaurants and bars in the state to shut down their dining rooms — a massive blow to the hospitality industry. Many of them quickly pivoted and seized the opportunity to offer pickup and delivery service
Skype reminds everyone it still exists with Zoom-like video chat option
Skype Zoom Windows 101KMashable / 9h
In the aughts and early 2010s, Skype dominated the world of video calling. But amid the recent boom in FaceTimes, HouseParties, and Zooms thanks to coronavirus-necessitated social distancing , it's been nowhere. On Friday, Skype kindly reminded the world of its existence with a tweet. It turns out that Skype actually has a video chat Zoom-like functionality called Meet Now that doesn't require ha
Apple TV Channels offers free Epix until May 2nd without signing up
400+Engadget / 10h
Apple is joining Roku and others in offering free access to premium TV , albeit with a slight twist. From now until May 2nd, Apple TV Channels is making Epix content free to watch without a subscription -- you won't have to sign up for a trial and risk racking up charges later. You'll also see extended, month-long trials for a host of familiar services that include Showtime, A&E, History Channel
Tech for good during COVID-19: Texts for frontline workers, a crisis prevention hotline and more
100+TechCrunch / 10h
What do a heating filter company, a robotics startup and an architecture startup have in common? Usually, nothing. But right now, as COVID-19 sweeps the world and jeopardizes the lives of millions, companies are shifting operations to make N95 masks and ventilators for healthcare workers. The innovation coming out of the startup world has been breathtaking, and, quite honestly, hard to keep up wi
Cathy Yan Fought to Keep Birds of Prey's Most Upsetting Scene
95Gizmodo / 10h
No, not the one with the egg sandwich. Though that was tragic. No egg sandwich should ever have to go through that. Read more...
Striking street art around the world reflects coronavirus impact
300+Mashable / 10h
As the coronavirus drastically alters our day-to-day, at least for the time being, many have observed that life on Earth will never be the same. The impact of the virus and social distancing measures is apparent worldwide, and street artists are reflecting this new reality with their work. From Hong Kong to Europe to Africa, street art about COVID-19 acts as public service announcements, solemn o
Emirates Could Fly A380s With Just Four Flight Attendants
200+One Mile at a Time / 10h
Emirates has internally revealed some updates regarding how they’ll staff flights, which could — at least in theory — see A380s operated with just four flight attendants. Emirates resuming limited service Emirates will be resuming some flights as of April 6, 2020 . This follows the airline suspending operations for two weeks . Initially they’ll operate a very limited number of flights between Dub
Video Games to Play With Your Kids That Won’t Drive You Crazy
Minecraft Mojang Netherite500+NYT > Technology / 10h
Look at it as an opportunity to connect and build relationships with your children by doing something together.
Sunday's Best Deals: Disney Steelbooks, Samsung Soundbars, Top eBooks, and More
Amazon One Weeks Days68Gizmodo / 10h
A sale on Disney steelbooks , 25% Nike shoes , a cheap gaming mouse , animal duvets , and more lead the pack of top Sunday deals. Read more...
How to watch the Queen's Coronavirus speech online for free: stream from UK or abroad
200+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
At this time of national (and, of course, international) crisis, it's only natural that the Queen should speak to the people in a special address. It's only the fourth such time that she has done so in almost 70 years on the throne. Want to watch the Queen's Coronavirus speech online? Read on to find out everything you'll need to know. Drastic times call for drastic measures, and the words of the
Sunday's Best Deals: Disney Steelbooks, Samsung Soundbars, Top eBooks, and More
68Lifehacker / 11h
A sale on Disney steelbooks , 25% Nike shoes , a cheap gaming mouse , animal duvets , and more lead the pack of top Sunday deals. Read more...
School districts ban Zoom over security concerns
Zoom Security NYC NY2KEngadget / 11h
Concerns about Zoom's security are having a real impact on its use in remote education. Some US school districts, including large ones like New York City and Nevada's Clark County, have banned or disabled Zoom over security and privacy worries. Others, such as Washington state's Edmonds School District and Utah's Alpine School District, are rethinking their policies on Zoom use. And unsurprisingl
Some Marvel comic books may be paused until summer over pandemic
SlashGear / 11h
Closures caused by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic have disrupted the comic book industry and it seems that may not change any time soon. A new report claims that Marvel Comics may end up pausing around one-third of its comic book issues until mid-summer at best over issues caused by the pandemic. The news follows a delay that impacted all Marvel … Continue reading
fravery: La lettriceJean Honorè Fragonard (Francese, 1732 –...
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
fravery : La lettrice Jean Honorè Fragonard (Francese, 1732 – 1806) Data: 1776
IATA’s Argument Against Flight Refunds
100+One Mile at a Time / 11h
Recently we’ve seen both the US Department of Transportation and European Commission clarify that cash refunds need to be provided to passengers in the event that flights are cancelled or schedules are changed significantly. This has been a tough point for airlines, as many airlines have essentially claimed that they’d completely be out of cash if they had to provide cash refunds rather than vouc
R&D Roundup: Ultrasound/AI medical imaging, assistive exoskeletons and neural weather modeling
300+TechCrunch / 11h
In the time of COVID-19, much of what transpires from the science world to the general public relates to the virus, and understandably so. But other domains, even within medical research, are still active — and as usual, there are tons of interesting (and heartening) stories out there that shouldn’t be lost in the furious activity of coronavirus coverage. This last week brought good news for seve
Airline Trade Association Blasts Requirement To Refund Customers For Cancelled Flights
39View from the Wing / 12h
The U.S. government is requiring airlines to follow the law and refund customers whose flights are cancelled and the International Air Transport Association is complaining. Airlines are on the verge of being partially nationalized it shouldn't come as any surprise they're already viewing customers like taxpayers. Continue reading ...
This Video Essay Tries to Explain the Disaster That Is Cats
100+Gizmodo / 12h
In the not-so-distant past, Cats was the most fascinating and baffling thing we’d ever seen. Tom Hoopper’s wildly unnecessary and just plain wild adaptation of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical about cats pining for the sweet embrace of death is a profound, transfixing disaster. It raises a lot of questions. Namely, … Read more...
A gondola ride away from the slopes: A review of the Westin Mammoth in California
The Points Guy / 12h
Spring break comes pretty early in Texas, which is usually good news for the years when we take a family ski trip. Early March is typically still a good time to catch some powder before things get too slushy, without having to brave the extreme cold of true winter skiing. This year, an early March spring break also meant that we were able to take our planned family vacation just before COVID-19 s
Marvel is Offering Access To a Bunch of Comics For Free
500+Lifehacker / 12h
If you’re looking for something new to read, Marvel is making 12 comics available to download for free right now through the Marvel Unlimited app for iOS and Android. Read more...
Don't Be Fooled by Covid-19 Carpetbaggers
500+Wired / 12h
Coronavirus credentialism is rampant and dangerous. Knowing who's legit and who's an opportunist can save lives.
After Math: Life on the inside
100+Engadget / 12h
Congrats on surviving week three of the coronavirus quarantine... or, first if you happen to live in the American south. With so many people spending their days indoors, it should come as little surprise that headlines over the past few weeks have come to reflect our new normal. Here are five highlights. Google Fi temporarily increases data limits to 30GB per month Homeschooling your kids during
How to Export an Outlook Calendar as a CSV File
24How-To Geek / 12h
There are times when it can be useful to see all of the events in your calendar at once. Outlook lets you export all of the events between two dates into a single CSV file. Here’s how it all works. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
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