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Just in Time for 'Slaughter Phase,' Scientists Find First Murder Hornet Nest in the U.S.

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Entomologists in Washington have confirmed the existence of a nest of Asian giant hornets, more fondly known as murder hornets. The nest is the first such breeding ground discovered in the United States, confirming fears that the invasive species could become established and severely threaten the country’s fragile bee… Read more...

Patreon is the next tech giant to crack down on QAnon

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Patreon is joining the ranks of tech companies cracking down on QAnon . Bloomberg reports the crowdfunding site is banning accounts “dedicated” to promoting the discredited conspiracy theory , while others that have pushed some QAnon content (but aren’t devoted to it) will have to alter their behavior to remain on the service. Projects that merely mention QAnon or are focused on analzying the con

Check Your Spices to See If They're Part of a Recall Over Salmonella Concerns

400+Lifehacker / 6h
Remember when we learned about food safety in school and were told not to put raw chicken directly on the countertop, or eat raw cookie dough, and that was basically it? Well, as you probably already know, that list has gotten much, much longer, and now includes foods you never thought could be an issue— like onions . Read more...


Google pulls popular Android apps that collected kids' device data

Engadget / 5min
It’s not always easy for app creators to avoid violating kids’ privacy , and a few of those developers are learning this first-hand. TechCrunch reports that Google has removed Princess Salon , Number Coloring and Cats & Cosplay , Android apps with a combined 20 million Play Store downloads, after the International Digital Accountability Council (IDAC) found they were violating Google’s data colle

Some of Nickelodeon's Nostalgic Best Are Working on a New Sitcom Pilot

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According to Deadline , Kevin Kopelow and Heath Seifert, executive producers of All That, creators for Cousins for Life , and writers on Kenan & Kel , are developing a pilot called Warped! for Nickelodeon . Read more...

[Roundup] The Burger King Crown Is What Makes This Racist Passenger’s Tirade Unique

View from the Wing / 1h
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 ...

'Sekiro' GOTY Edition trailer offers a peek at fresh challenges

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FromSoftware is eager to boast about the success of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice with a Game of the Year Edition , and it’s now clearer just what you’ll get when the new version arrives. The studio has posted a trailer for the GOTY Edition that shows what you’ll get with the free update, including boss challenge modes and new skins to unlock. However, the biggest highlight might be player recordings

iPhone 12 launch causes NHS Covid-19 app confusion

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Some owners of Apple's new phones get an error message when trying to run the contact-tracing app.

Wow: Chase Sapphire Preferred 80K Bonus (Ends November 8)

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In mid-September, an incredible best-ever bonus was rolled out on the $95 annual fee Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card , which is oh-so-worth it for anyone who is eligible. If you’ve been considering this card but haven’t yet applied, this is a “last call” of sorts to note that the offer is available through November 8, meaning you have just a couple of weeks remaining to take advantage of it. Chase

UFC live stream: how to watch Khabib vs Gaethje at UFC 254 today

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Are you ready to rumble? The champ is back in the Octagon and here's how to find a Khabib vs Gaethje live stream and watch UFC 254 online.

UFC live stream: how to watch Khabib vs Gaethje at UFC 254 from anywhere today

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Are you ready to rumble? The champ is back in the Octagon and here's how to find a Khabib vs Gaethje live stream and watch UFC 254 online - no matter where in the world you are.

Alabama vs Tennessee live stream: how to watch NCAA college football from anywhere

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A historic rivalry is today's SEC Game of the Week, so follow our guide for an Alabama vs Tennessee live stream and watch college football online.

France vs Wales live stream: how to watch rugby online from anywhere tonight

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Can Wales avenge their Six Nations defeat? Find out by watching a France vs Wales live stream tonight - no matter where you are in the world.

HAL 9000 replica's crowdfunding project goes bust

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Another high-profile crowdfunding project appears to have imploded, and supporters are paying the price. An Engadget reader and others who backed Master Replicas Group’s functional HAL 9000 prop on Indiegogo has receive a notice from the company indicating that it converted its Chapter 11 bankruptcy ( filed in July) to Chapter 7 on October 16th — that is, from reorganization to liquidation. Maste

This lightweight cordless vacuum is now 42 percent off

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At the end-of-the-day, no one wants to vacuum voluntarily. Regardless, it needs to get done. That’s where the Jashen V18 350W Cordless Vacuum Cleaner comes into play—no more struggling with annoying cables or hard to maneuver machines. The Jashen features a cordless and lightweight design that delivers portability and functionality. Unlike your old vacuum in the closet, this vacuum features intel

This microSD card deal gives you 13 times more storage space on Nintendo Switch

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Significantly upgrade your Nintendo Switch storage with this great 400GB MicroSD Card deal from Amazon.

The Meg 2 Is Coming to Shark Up the Silver Screen With a New Director

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The Meg , an action vehicle for both Jason Statham and prehistoric sharks , is getting a sequel. But someone else will be stepping up to the director’s chair. Read more...

How I Roll: TPG Senior Credit Cards Editor Benét Wilson

The Points Guy / 3h
Welcome to a special COVID edition of How I Roll , an airport routine series with a focus on health and safety while traveling. Today, we’re asking TPG travel expert and Senior Credit Cards Editor Benét Wilson a shortlist of questions about how she travels during the pandemic, covering everything from how she preps for a trip to what she wears on the plane. Here’s what she had to say. Safe travel

SpaceX launches 60 more satellites during 15th Starlink mission

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SpaceX has launched another batch of 60 Starlink satellites, the primary ingredient for its forthcoming global broadband internet service. The launch took place at 11:31 AM EDT, with a liftoff from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida. This is the fifteenth Starlink launch thus far, and SpaceX has now launched nearly 900 of the small, low Earth orbit satellites to date. This launch used a

This Week in Apps: Quibi dies, Snapchat soars, Halide upgrades for iPhone 12

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Welcome back to This Week in Apps, the TechCrunch series that recaps the latest OS news, the applications they support and the money that flows through it all. The app industry is as hot as ever, with a record 204 billion downloads and $120 billion in consumer spending in 2019. People are now spending three hours and 40 minutes per day using apps, rivaling TV. Apps aren’t just a way to pass idle

Hurry - There are only a few more hours to grab an early Black Friday laptop deal on a HP Spectre

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Don't miss HP's early Black Friday laptop deals flash sale on its stunning Spectre x360 ultrabooks.

Could Southwest Airlines Order The Airbus A220?

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Don’t get too excited — an aircraft order isn’t imminent, but Southwest’s management did make some interesting comments during its third quarter earnings call about considering the A220 for its fleet renewal. Why Southwest is considering the A220 During Southwest’s third quarter earnings call, an analyst asked if the pandemic is making the Airbus A220 a more attractive airplane for the airline. F

Trevor Noah reacts viscerally to Black Lives Matter co-founder's home visit from the FBI

100+Mashable / 3h
On Friday afternoon the FBI visited Alicia Garza , one of the co-founders of the Black Lives Matter movement, because a man who was associated with white nationalist groups had her name on a list, along with other activists' names. The man was recently arrested on a weapons charge. On Friday night, Garza told Trevor Noah about the unexpected visit on The Daily Show . "This is because we push so h

American Airlines Kicks Self-Upgrader Off Flight For Refusing To Wear Mask

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This past Tuesday American Airlines flight AA2248 from Dallas Fort-Worth to San Francisco was delayed when the pilot decided to turn the aircraft back to the gate and offload a woman who refused to wear a mask. But this wasn't just any woman and this wasn't just a mask story. Continue reading ...

An introduction to New York City’s neighborhoods

The Points Guy / 3h
New York City is the most densely populated city in the United States, with more than 8.3 million people stacked up and spread across five boroughs and hundreds of distinct neighborhoods. And the neighborhoods here are as diverse as the people who call this city home. Each has its own history, culture and personality (Greenwich Village has long been the LGBTQ epicenter of New York City; for karao

iPhone 12 iFixit teardown reveals modular design for simple repairs

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SlashGear / 3h
The iFixit team has wrapped up its teardown of Apple’s new iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro models, giving consumers a look under the hood at what makes the devices tick, what has changed over the previous model, and the kinds of difficulties one may face if they attempt to fix the phone on their own. In addition to disassembling … Continue reading

10 awesome things to do in London for free

The Points Guy / 4h
London is a wonderful destination to visit, but… it can be expensive. Hotel prices, especially in the summer, can skyrocket. A cheeky pint down at your nearest pub can easily be $8 or more. And you could spend more on a taxi into the city from the airport than what the flight cost. If you have money to burn, London is a great place to do it. But the city also caters well to those on a tight budge

Brabus Rocket 900 stomps around with 900 horsepower

SlashGear / 4h
Brabus has a long history of taking fast Mercedes cars and SUVs and making them even faster. The company has announced a new, very limited edition vehicle called the Brabus Rocket 900 “One of 10.” As the name suggests, only ten units will be built under the Brabus Masterpiece label. The vehicle’s heart is a biturbo V-8 engine that had … Continue reading

Saturday's Best Deals: Le Creuset Stoneware and Cast Iron, Razer Tactical Laptop Backpacks, Dyson V6 Cordless Vacuum, Samsung POWERbot, JACHS NY Fall Jackets, Studio Ghibli Home Goods, and More

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A sale on Le Creuset stoneware, kettles, cast iron and Razer Tactical laptop backpacks lead Saturday’s best deals. Read more...

Saturday's Best Deals: Le Creuset Stoneware and Cast Iron, Razer Tactical Laptop Backpacks, Dyson V6 Cordless Vacuum, Samsung POWERbot, JACHS NY Fall Jackets, Studio Ghibli Home Goods, and More

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A sale on Le Creuset stoneware, kettles, cast iron and Razer Tactical laptop backpacks lead Saturday’s best deals. Read more...

Smashed windshield — how pilots deal with cracked glass

The Points Guy / 4h
Last week it was reported that an A319 just airborne out of Chicago O’Hare had to make an emergency return to land after the flight deck windscreen was smashed by hail. Whilst images in the media portrayed a dramatic event for those on board, how serious really was the event? Dealing with thunderstorms and severe weather is an integral part of the job of an airline pilot. In addition, dealing wit

Scientists will destroy first 'murder hornet' nest found in Washington state

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100+Mashable / 4h
Remember " murder hornets "? You know, the two-inch long wasps that stoked unreasonable fear in people all around the United States. Well, scientists in the U.S. have located the first nest of the invasive species in Blaine, Wash. and they plan to get rid of it on Saturday, the Associated Press reported . The discovery took weeks and lots of dental floss, which was used to tie tracking devices to

How to Use Canva to Design Like a Professional

How-To Geek / 4h
Sometimes a tool like Photoshop may be too heavy for your simple image editing needs. In those cases, Canva might be a better fit. Find out how to use it to design clean, attractive materials—without any knowledge of design. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

1Password Beta Arrives for Linux

How-To Geek / 4h
I love 1Password. I switched to it from LastPass earlier this year, and I wish I would’ve done it sooner. Not only is it a great service, but there’s a constant drive to be better, do more, and offer something for everyone. Now, Linux users become part of that “everyone” with a new beta of 1Password. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

Recap: 11 Opportunities To Buy Points

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We frequently see loyalty programs sell points at a discount, and for many this is an opportunity to buy points at a cost that makes sense, especially for aspirational redemptions. At the moment we’re seeing many loyalty programs offer promotions when buying points, so in this post I wanted to provide a recap of that, since it can be tough to keep track of the various deals out there. Many of the

Exeter vs Wasps live stream: how to watch 2020 Premiership rugby final from anywhere

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Can depleted Wasps seal an unlikely title victory? Here's how to watch an Exeter vs Wasps live stream and catch the Premiership rugby final online today.

Calm Your Election-Related Anxiety By Spending Some Time With Polar Bears

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The final presidential debate of this election season may be over, but we’re not in the clear yet—there’s another 10 days until Election Day, and who knows how many more days or weeks (or months) until there’s a result. In other words, these stressful times will continue for the foreseeable future. Plus, there’s the… Read more...

You can now cancel British Airways bookings for free even if made before pandemic

The Points Guy / 4h
British Airways has extended its “book with confidence” policy to keep up with the huge travel disruption caused by the coronavirus and the ever-changing global restrictions and quarantine regulations that come with it. In a post on Instagram , the airline stated: “All existing bookings due to travel by 10 January 2021 now benefit from flexible changes.” The keyword in this message is “all”. Let’

Scientists rediscover tectonic plate lost for 60 million years

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Tectonic plates are massive, and it’s hard to imagine one being lost for 60 million years, but that is the case. Researchers from the University of Houston have discovered a lost tectonic plate that spent 60 million years hidden under the Pacific Ocean. The plate is known as Resurrection and was a controversial topic among geologists because many believed it … Continue reading

Skywatchers still have a chance to check out the Orionid meteor shower

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Skywatchers may have missed the peak of the Orionid meteor shower, which occurred in the predawn hours last Wednesday. However, there is still a chance to see a few meteors in the sky. The Orionid meteor shower continues through November 7. No telescopes or binoculars are needed to view the meteor shower. All sky watchers need is a spot away … Continue reading

Deals of the week: Amtrak kids travel free, $40 transcon flights and more

The Points Guy / 4h
Editor’s note: As the travel industry reopens following COVID-19 shutdowns, TPG suggests that you talk to your doctor, follow health officials’ guidance and research local travel restrictions before booking that next trip. We will be here to help you prepare, whether it is next month or next year. As travel begins to pick back up, so do the deals. Each week we’ll highlight some of the best sales,

Apex Legends for Nintendo Switch release delayed until 2021

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SlashGear / 5h
Electronic Arts has delayed the release of battle royale game Apex Legends for the Nintendo Switch, the company revealed, instead first gearing up to release the game on Steam in coming weeks. This delay will push the Switch release into 2021, leaving fans to play the title on the two big gaming consoles (PlayStation and Xbox), as well as on … Continue reading

Should you hold off until Black Friday to buy the iPhone 12 series?

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Will the best prices on iPhone 12 deals and the rest of the range be best over the Black Friday period?

Astronaut Kate Rubins voted from the ISS

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SlashGear / 5h
It would be nearly impossible for anyone to not know this was an election year at this point. Between the presidential debates and all the political ads running on TV, the election is difficult to escape. NASA astronaut Kate Rubins is encouraging people to vote by pointing out that she voted from space. A picture was posted to the NASA … Continue reading

How to Export Your Google Fit Data

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How-To Geek / 5h
Google Fit houses a range of your vital health data that you have recorded over the course of months or even years using your phone, which is why it’s key to frequently back it up. With Google’s data export tool, Takeout, you can extract a copy of your Google Fit in minutes. Here’s how to use it. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Nebraska vs Ohio State live stream: how to watch Big Ten college football anywhere

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The Big Ten college football season kicks-off this weekend and our guide explains how to watch a Nebraska vs Ohio State live stream wherever you are.

Dodge Canadian union deal confirms new Charger and Challenger variants

SlashGear / 5h
While negotiations with the unions in the United States are over, negotiations with the Fiat-Chrysler Automobiles union in Canada, known as Unifor, have been underway. Recently, the union published documents that have confirmed the Challenger will remain in production until at least 2023. The Dodge Challenger is one of the oldest new vehicles on the American market, having been in … Continue read

Recommended Reading: The challenge of remastering 'Blade Runner'

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55Engadget / 5h
Replicating Blade Runner: Why the adventure game classic is so tough to remaster Wesley Yin-Poole, Eurogamer Nightdive Studios announced earlier this year that it planned to remaster the 1997 Blade Runner game for PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch in 2020. That’s not going to happen now, and Eurogamer explains the challenges of the remake in an interview with Nightdive CEO Stephen K

Here's how to check if your mail-in ballot has been received and counted

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If your mail-in ballot is cast, but no one is around to count it, did it make a sound? The U.S. presidential election is fast approaching, and people keep telling you this is the most important election in a generation . The coronavirus , of course, means that when it comes to safely casting your vote this election is also one of the most unusual. Thankfully, large swaths of the country (but sadl

Why the Hell Doesn't the PS5's Media Remote Have the DualSense's D-Pad?

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Recently I was going through what should have been a rather straightforward announcement from Sony detailing which streaming services the PS5 will support at launch. And while things ended up being a bit messier than need be, the image of the PS5's Media Remote at the top of the press release has been stuck in my… Read more...

The Morning After: Apple enters the 5G era with the iPhone 12

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New iPhones have arrived, so as you would expect, while we reviewed the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro, the team at iFixit pulled out their tools and pried them open . Inside, shockingly, they found phone parts, plus a few new magnets to support the MagSafe charging setup. What they didn’t find is a battery that’s the same size or larger than last year’s devices. To squeeze 5G modems inside those sl

SpaceX stacks its Starship prototype in preparation for another test flight

SlashGear / 6h
SpaceX has conducted several test flights of its Starship prototype, and so far, they’ve all flown only a portion of the rocket. Previous test flights have lacked the nosecone where one day payloads and perhaps astronauts will sit. SpaceX is gearing up for another test flight, and this time it’s attaching the nosecone on top of the rocket. The coming … Continue reading

How to Get a Free Taco When Someone Steals a Base During the World Series

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Do you like tacos? What about baseball? And free food? Even if only two of the three apply, you’re in luck, because the World Series is happening right now, and so is Taco Bell’s ninth annual “Steal a Base, Steal a Taco” promotion . Here’s how and when to get your hands on this deal. Read more...

Apple and Netflix are among those bidding to stream the new Bond movie

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One industry source says there's a bidding war for streaming rights to the new Bond film, due in cinemas in April.

US judge stands firm in decision to block ban on WeChat

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The judge who blocked the Commerce Department’s order to remove WeChat from US app stores was unmoved by the new evidence the government presented. Last month, US Magistrate Judge Laurel Beeler issued a preliminary injunction blocking the order that would’ve been enforced on September 20th, explaining that the government “put in scant little evidence” that WeChat’s ban would address its national

How to Extract a High Quality Icon From a Mac App

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Sometimes you’re working on a project that requires a high-quality Mac application icon with a transparent background. Taking a screenshot doesn’t capture transparency, and maybe you can’t find one on the web. There’s an easy way to extract a high quality icon directly from a .app file. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Hot Food Returns To British Airways Long Haul Flights

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British Airways is bringing back hot food in all cabins on long haul flights, but don’t get too excited… British Airways’ current reduced catering At the beginning of the pandemic we saw airlines around the world adjust inflight service, in order to reduce contact and minimize the amount of time people aren’t wearing masks. British Airways made some of the most drastic cuts of any airline. In Jun

Captain America: The First Avenger gave the MCU a genuinely great war movie

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Our retrospective of Captain America: The First Avenger, which marked the introduction of Steve Rogers to the big screen.

New Samsung Galaxy S21 leaks show off colors and casings

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If a January launch does indeed happen, then we could be in for a flurry of leaks over the next couple of months.

There's No Turning Back on AI in the Military

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In the digital arms race with China, the only thing worse than fearing AI itself is the fear of not having it at all.

The iPhone 12 Finally Gets Magnets Right

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Motorola's Moto Mods failed to pull off a long-lasting smartphone trend. But Apple's MagSafe series looks like it might actually stick.

Future of Uber, Lyft on the line in fight to keep drivers from becoming employees

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The future of the gig economy is on the ballot this November. But there are only two choices: one that changes how ride-sharing apps like Uber and Lyft operate and another that cedes control to the app makers over the drivers and workers. That's why Uber and other gig-based apps have raised $200 million to convince California voters to vote "yes" on Proposition 22, according to California campaig

The legend of Keyboard Cat: How a man and his cat(s) won the internet lottery

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In Tales of the Early Internet , Mashable explores online life through 2007 — back before social media and the smartphone changed everything. Charlie Schmidt is lucky, and he knows it. What else could explain it? Millions of people have cats. Millions more have cameras. And yet in one remarkable, silly, charming, captivating moment those two things came together in a way that would change the wor

Besides the “Big One,” closer faults could also shake Portland

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Enlarge / It may not look like much, but that red line marks the Gales Creek fault. (credit: Horst et al./BSSA ) Coastal denizens of the US Pacific Northwest are (or should be!) familiar with the significance of “the Big One”—a major earthquake just off the coast that will occur someday. The tectonic plate boundary, where oceanic crust slides downward beneath the North American continent, is capa

The Strangest Amber Fossils Ever Discovered

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Amber fossils are like a time capsule, preserving the three-dimensional structure of animals, plants, and other prehistoric items of interest. Every once in a while, however, paleontologists stumble upon some particularly bizarre specimens and scenes. Read more...

This Smart Little Samsung Robot Vacuum Can Be Operated From Your Phone and It's 50% Off Right Now

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Samsung POWERbot R7070 | $350 | Best Buy Read more...

CDC warns deli meats linked to serious illness and at least one death

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has linked deli meats sold in multiple states with a serious foodborne illness that has claimed at least one life. A total of 10 cases have been reported under this outbreak, according to the agency, all of which required hospitalization. At this point in time, experts have linked the foodborne illness specifically with … Continue reading

Holiday 2020: The Ultimate Gift Guide Roundup [Continuously Updated]

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Holiday shopping can be stressful. Trying to find the right gifts for everyone on your list can be challenging, especially if you don’t know where to start. But that’s why we’re here. Read This Article on Review Geek ›

Ireland vs Italy live stream: how to watch Six Nations 2020 rugby from anywhere today

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Ireland can go top of the Six Nations standings with a bonus-point win today. Here's how to watch an Ireland vs Italy live stream.

5 times it makes sense to transfer American Express Membership Rewards to Delta SkyMiles

The Points Guy / 7h
Delta is my favorite domestic airline, and American Express Membership Rewards are my favorite transferrable points . Coincidentally, Amex and Delta are transfer partners, so I can transfer points from my favorite credit cards to my favorite airline. This isn’t usually recommended, though — Delta SkyMiles have been notoriously devalued and are worth just 1.2 cents per point in value per TPG’s val

How tech can help you thrive amid the pandemic winter blues

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Winter is coming. And this year, your mental health may take a greater hit than normal given the coronavirus pandemic. COVID-19 is already contributing to skyrocketing stress levels. More than three quarters of respondents to an annual survey from the American Psychological Association said the pandemic was a major source of stress . Importantly, it's unclear how and when this will end. After a b

Why is everyone building an electric pickup truck?

1KArs Technica / 7h
The shape says Aston Martin Bulldog, the materials say Delorean DMC12. [credit: Tesla ] The electric pickup trucks are here. Or almost here, at least. General Motors dropped a pretty penny to debut its new electric Hummer during the World Series on Tuesday, with a 2 minute, 15 second ad that took up an entire commercial break. But you won’t be able to drive the $112,595 truck off the lot until at

The Best Locks for Protecting Your Bike—or Ebike

100+Wired / 7h
The only thing better than buying a new bicycle is keeping it. We tested a bunch of bike locks and these are our picks—and some advice for using them.

Russia's Laptev Sea Should Have Started to Freeze by Now

500+Wired / 7h
Normally, the 'birthplace of ice' freezes by late October. For the first time in recorded history, it hasn't. That could have knock-on effects across the Arctic.

Need To Travel? Costco.com Sells PCR Test Kits With 24-72 Hour Results

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We have to be making progress when Costco.com is now selling a saliva PCR test online that promises results returned in 24-72 hours. This isn’t available in Pennsylvania, Nevada, or Maryland, and they can’t ship to Puerto Rico. But it’s something you can buy from Costco as a one-off and you don’t even need to buy a pallet of tests. The price may work for a trip, but for return to normal life we r

How to Watch UFC 254: Khabib vs. Gaethje Live Online

How-To Geek / 7h
The highly anticipated matchup between reigning lightweight Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov and Justin Gaethji finally arrives this Saturday in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Gathji enters the ring at “Fight Island” with four straight wins, while Nurmagomedov looks to remain undefeated and in possession of the title belt. Here’s how to watch Saturday’s match without paying for cable. Read This Art

Shudder horror movie Host was somehow better on a tablet than on my TV

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Most films are designed to be watched on the biggest screen possible, but that doesn’t feel like the case with Host.

Canvas photo prints FAQ: your questions answered

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The most crucial things to understand before you invest in a new canvas print - five of the most-asked canvas print questions answered.

Marriott To Take Full Control Of Design Hotels

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Marriott intends to increase its ownership stake in Design Hotels to 100%, so what are the implications of that for guests? Marriott increasing stake in Design Hotels to 100% In 2011, Starwood purchased a 72% stake in Design Hotels, a German company that markets independent luxury hotels. Marriott acquired Starwood in 2016, so at that point Marriott became the majority shareholder of Design Hotel

Nvidia RTX 3090 vs Nvidia RTX Titan: battle of the 8K beasts

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The RTX Titan struggled with 8K gaming – can the RTX 3090 turn things around?

This Vodafone SIM only deal gets you 60GB of data for just £11.50 a month

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If you need a strong amount of data for a low price, this SIM only deal from Vodafone looks to be the way to go thanks to a tasty cashback offer.

Record stores could cease to exist, thanks to Covid-19

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Record stores had established themselves as halfway between a retailer and a social club – but COVID-19 might be in the process of undermining them entirely.

It's OK to Play One Game Forever

100+Wired / 8h
If you ignore new releases or your massive backlog to return to that one comfort game after a long day, don't feel bad about it. You're not alone.

The 14 Best Weekend Deals on Cold Weather Gear, TVs, and More

100Wired / 8h
Cozy up with our favorite discounts from Patagonia, Sony, Nintendo, and others.

7 DIY Halloween candy delivery systems for socially distant trick-or-treating

98Mashable / 8h
It's a weird time. The coronavirus pandemic rages on and it could care less about our favorite holidays. So, yeah, Halloween will be a bit more complicated this year. We've already outlined ways you can attempt to celebrate Halloween safely , but what about trick-or-treating? Traditional, door-to-door trick-or-treating is probably a bad idea. It's high risk. But if you feel like you must take kid

What Was BeOS, and Why Did People Love It?

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In the mid-1990s, Be Inc. had the audacity to create a brand-new personal computer operating system from scratch. It gained critical acclaim for its ahead-of-its-time features, but failed to capture significant market share. It’s still a cult favorite 25 years later, and here’s why. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›

Why AI live fact-checked the 2020 US presidential debates

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The software should be able to speed up the time in takes to separate truth from fiction.

iPhone 11 deals have come crashing down in price for a pretty obvious reason...

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iPhone 11 deals have come shooting down in price thanks to the brand new iPhone 12

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War's new co-op mode is a timed PlayStation exclusive

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Activision has announced that Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War’s new co-op Zombies mode is exclusive to PlayStation for a year.

Iberia Plus Selling Avios With 45% Bonus

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Often buying points can represent a great value , especially for first and business class award redemptions, where redeeming miles represents a disproportionately good deal. For those who like to buy miles, another airline has just rolled out a promotion on purchased miles, and it’s potentially a good deal. Iberia offering 45% bonus on purchased Avios Through Friday, November 6, 2020, Iberia Plus

Ahead of The Mandalorian season 2, let's rank every episode of season 1

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Westerns, heists and plenty of Star Wars lore... We rank every episode of The Mandalorian so far.

Got a 5G smartphone? What’s the right ‘plan’ forward

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The whole 5G thing is becoming more of a story with the launch of some exciting new mobile phone models designed to take full leverage of the new wireless connectivity. As a new 5G smartphone pops-up with each passing day, we are seeing all prominent network carriers stateside doing their bit to ensure you have 5G coverage no matter what … Continue reading

Intel’s high-end gaming GPU sparks into life, and it’s rumored to challenge Nvidia’s RTX 3070

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Intel has powered on its high-performance discrete Xe graphics card, known as DG2 – and DG1 is already shipping.

Everyone Is Gay on TikTok

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Straight young men on the app are posting suggestive videos with their buddies. It’s not just about the views.

Keep your devices ready to go with 25 wireless chargers on sale

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Is your phone always dead? It's probably because you hate carrying around your charger, and who can blame you? Wires are the worst, but thankfully, you don't have to keep living that life. We've rounded up 25 wireless chargers on sale as of Oct. 24, with savings up to 75%. Grab one for your desk, nightstand, or car — and stop being that friend whose phone is always dead. Merry Go Round Wireless C

12 vacuums and other tools on sale to help keep your home spotless

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Between working from home, helping kids with remote learning, tackling creative projects to stay sane, and cooking dinner every night, many of our humble abodes have understandably been neglected. Luckily, we've got some weekend deals for you (active as of Oct. 24) on vacuums and other cleaning gadgets that'll help you save money and bust some dust in your home. Neabot NoMo Hands-Free Robot Vacuu

Save on the tools you'll need to up your photography game

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Sometimes snapping the perfect photo boils down to what kind of equipment you're using. (And we suppose a dash of talent plays a part, too.) But it's a myth that purchasing said equipment should be an expensive undertaking. We've rounded up 15 of the best gimbals, stabilizers, and tripods on sale as of Oct. 24. Stock up while they're on sale, or get a head start on your holiday gifting list with

Step up your Zoom game with a Logitech webcam on sale

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TL;DR: Upgrade your WFH setup with a Logitech C922x Pro Stream Webcam Full 1080p HD camera for $139.99, a 30% savings as of Oct. 24. This is Zoom's world, and we're all just living in it. We often feel like we have to be camera ready at all times, but all the grooming in the world won't matter if your camera makes you look like a Sims character. Improve your production value by upgrading your gea

Learn how to build a video game with this fun training bundle

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TL;DR: Learn to create the games you wish existed with the Unity 2D Game Developer bundle for $39.99, a 98% savings as of Oct. 24. If the holiday season is going to look like a lot of takeout and alone time this year, welcome to the club. But if you want to make the most of the extra free time, why not try something new? How about learning to create your own video games? The Unity 2D Game Develop

Best Powerbeats Pro price ever is here in latest Amazon earbuds deal

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In the US or UK? You can save big on the Powerbeats Pro with these great Beats deals.

Windows 10 refuses to let some users reset their machines - but there’s a quick fix

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Microsoft comes to the rescue with an easy workaround for this broken Windows 10 feature.

5 things we've learned about Samsung S21 this week

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This week has been a flurry of Samsung Galaxy S21 news – here’s five things we heard.

Our remote-first future has turned HS2 into a glaring anachronism

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The High Speed 2 (HS2) railway may have been made redundant before its maiden voyage leaves the station.

Facebook and Twitter CEOs will testify in Senate hearing after the election

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Facebook’s and Twitter’s CEOs, Mark Zuckerberg and Jack Dorsey, have voluntarily agreed to attend a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on November 17th. According to the committee’s announcement , the social media bigwigs


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