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Geometry Reveals How the World Is Made of Cubes
8KWired / 7h
An exercise in pure mathematics has led to a wide-ranging theory that unites Plato with geophysics.
David Prowse, the original Darth Vader, is dead at 85
Darth Vader Prowse
500+Ars Technica / 5h
David Prowse as Darth Vader and Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia filming the original Star Wars. [credit: Sunset Boulevard/Corbis via Getty Images ] David Prowse, who played Darth Vader in the first three Star Wars films, has died at the age of 85. Prowse's agent confirmed the news to the Hollywood Reporter on Saturday evening. Prowse was a body builder who stood six feet, seven inches tall when he
Darth Vader actor and legend David Prowse dies at 85
Darth Vader Prowse
500+Engadget / 3h
It’s a sad moment for the pop culture world. BBC News reports that David Prowse, the actor who portrayed the iconic Darth Vader on camera in the original Star Wars trilogy, has died at the age of 85 after a short illness. He landed Vader, his best-known role, after George Lucas noticed him portraying a bodyguard in A Clockwork Orange and the towering 6’6” bodybuilder a chance to audition for role
Review: Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
One Mile at a Time / 12min
While I usually review flights , airport lounges , and hotels , in this case I’ll be reviewing an airport (it’s the first airport-specific review I’ve done since the new Istanbul Airport ). We’re not just talking about any airport, but rather about the infamous Berlin Brandenburg Airport, which opened on October 31, 2020 . The significance of Berlin Brandenburg Airport Berlin Brandenburg Airport
Cyber Monday TV deals: get a 65-inch 4K TV on sale for just $299.99.
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12min
Cyber Monday TV deals have arrived early at Best Buy, and you can get this 65-inch 4K TV on sale for just $299.99.
Chiefs vs Buccaneers live stream: how to watch NFL week 12 game from anywhere today
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 27min
A game with all the makings of a classic, here's how to get a Kansas City Chiefs vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers live stream and watch NFL week 12 action today.
The Federal Government Considers What To Do About Washington National Airport’s Perimeter Restrictions
View from the Wing / 29min
On Tuesday the U.S. Government Accountability Office issued a report on the perimeter rule at Washington National airport. Limits are placed on the distance flights can operate from the airport in order to limit congestion and noise and to protect Dulles airport for longer haul traffic. Continue reading ...
US Army explores drone-like designs for quieter stealth helicopters
SlashGear / 35min
The US Army is has prioritized the development of a quieter helicopter design that will enable it to operate these vehicles for surveillance and cargo transportation without the noise of traditional helicopters. The military has zeroed in on eVTOL tech as its potential solution, meaning future Army helicopters may resemble drones. Helicopters are vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) vehicles, mea
Microsoft envisions 'scoring' meetings based on body language
35Engadget / 41min
You might not have to endure as many unnecessary company meetings in the future. GeekWire has found a Microsoft patent application for an “insight computer system” that would give meetings scores based on body language, facial expressions, the number of attendees and even ambient conditions like the time of day and temperature. If people are clearly distracted by their phones, for example, organi
Saints vs Broncos live stream: how to watch the NFL week 12 game from anywhere today
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 48min
Here's how to get a Saints vs Broncos live stream and watch the NFL action online this Sunday, as Denver look to snap New Orleans' seven-game win streak.
49ers vs Rams live stream: how to watch the NFL week 12 game from anywhere today
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 48min
Here's how to get a San Francisco 49ers vs Los Angeles Rams live stream and watch the NFL online this Sunday, as the Niners pray for a miracle at home.
The best Virgin Atlantic economy seats
The Points Guy / 59min
Flying in economy doesn’t have to be a dreadful experience. But part of making it more manageable is by making sure you’re sat in the best seat in the cabin. And if you’re flying with Virgin Atlantic, there are some clear winners. To make things complicated, Virgin has three fare types in economy. Of the three types, Economy Delight is the most expensive (starting at around $226 more than a regul
These $100 bluetooth earbuds are $43 for Cyber Monday
20Engadget / 1h
Wireless earbuds, a luxury item just a few years ago, are now commonplace in the tech world. That means anyone who still uses wired earphones can finally upgrade and go wireless without breaking the bank. Well, that's where this Black Friday deal enters the picture and makes a great holiday gift — for yourself or anyone else in your life. A pair of EarFun Air True Wireless BT 5 Earbuds is the per
Sky's 50% off Black Friday deal ends on Cyber Monday - save on Sport, Cinema, Netflix
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Time's running out to save big on your TV package. Sky Black Friday deals offer up to £700+ off this year... but not for long.
7 apps airline pilots use to help with the job
The Points Guy / 1h
Where would we be without apps on our phones and tablets ? How would we stay in touch with people? When would we know what time it is to get up? How would we take photos? Admittedly these are somewhat tongue in cheek, but we can’t deny that having so much information available to us at the press of a thumbprint can make our lives easier in so many ways. This is particularly true in the world of a
Both Volkswagen and Tesla are preparing cheaper EVs
SlashGear / 1h
A new report is going around that claims new, more affordable electric vehicles will be coming to market. According to the report, both Tesla and Volkswagen have given new EV programs the green light to create cars selling for between $25,000 and $30,000. That is a price point that will undoubtedly make transitioning to electric vehicles more affordable for people … Continue reading
Don’t make these 9 tourist mistakes in Italy
The Points Guy / 1h
There’s nothing wrong with being a tourist in Italy . It’s exciting to visit a new destination you may not be overly familiar with — and getting to know a new place is one of the reasons we love to travel in the first place. Plus, Italy has some of the most famous tourist attractions in the world, so who wouldn’t want to explore it with fresh eyes? But being a tourist doesn’t mean you have to fal
The absolute best robot vacuum deals for Cyber Monday
24Mashable / 1h
Best robot vacuum deals to shop Cyber Monday 2020: OUR TOP PICK: iRobot Roomba i3+ — save $200.99 BEST VACUUM/MOP COMBO: Shark VacMop Pro — save $130 BEST CHEAP ROBOT VACUUM: Eufy BoostIQ 11S — save $80 If you're someone who loves having a clean home, but hates cleaning, a robot vacuum should be your splurge item this Cyber Monday. You don't have to drop a ton of coin to get a reliable robo vac t
Super Mario Maker will lose support for course uploads next year
SlashGear / 1h
The original Super Mario Maker game is slowly coming to an end and the next big change will involve completely disabling course uploads. Nintendo revealed the change in an update on a Wii U support document, revealing that fans of the game only have a few months left before they’ll start seeing an error message when trying to use the … Continue reading
NASA offers a $25,000 prize to help design unloading systems for the moon
SlashGear / 2h
There are many challenges in front of the NASA Artemis mission that will put humans on the moon again for the first time in decades. While lots of aspects of the Artemis mission are still undecided, NASA is hard at work gathering data and companies to help it tackle obstacles to make the missions happen. The space agency recently offered … Continue reading
Can I travel to England? Everything you need to know about the new quarantine program
The Points Guy / 2h
If you’re waiting to get away on your next vacation , we don’t blame you. This year has brought out the strongest wanderlust in us all , especially since much of the world is still off-limits to Americans . But this week, we got news of a new plan that will make travel to England more accessible. As of Dec. 15, 2020, England will implement its Test to Release strategy . In other words, travelers
Cyber Monday comes early with these awesome Best Buy laptop deals
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
On Cyber Monday, Best Buy has rolled out a whole slew of amazing laptop deals.
Chinese Chang’e 5 spacecraft has entered orbit around the moon
SlashGear / 2h
Less than a week ago, we mentioned China had launched its Chang’e 5 mission to the moon. The goal of the mission is to gather lunar samples and return them to Earth for study. China has announced that the spacecraft has now entered orbit around the moon. The large spacecraft weighs over 18,000 pounds and launched on Monday, November 23, … Continue reading
Vizio's rotating Dolby Atmos soundbar is $400 off ahead of Cyber Monday
40Engadget / 2h
If you’re looking for a soundbar to go with your Black Friday TV , Best Buy might have a solid option. The retailer is selling Vizio’s Dolby Atmos-capable Elevate soundbar for just $600 ahead of Cyber Monday — a hefty $400 below the official $1,000 price. While it’s still not modestly priced, that could make it a strong value if you want a full-featured audio system. Buy Vizio Elevate at Best Buy
American Airlines Scrapping Plane Involved In JFK “Incident”
300+One Mile at a Time / 2h
Over the summer we learned that an American Airlines plane involved in an April 2019 incident will never fly again, and there’s now an interesting update to that, as we’re seeing what’s involved in the scrapping of this plane. What happened to this American Airlines A321? On April 10, 2019, a pretty terrifying incident happened on American Airlines flight AA300 from New York to Los Angeles. The f
From MacBooks to Chromebooks, here are the best laptop deals of Cyber Monday
44Mashable / 2h
Here are the best Cyber Monday deals on laptops as of Nov. 29 at 12:30 p.m. EST: HP Spectre x360 13t Touch Convertible Laptop (256GB ) — save $350 Microsoft Surface Pro 7 (128GB) — save $360 Apple MacBook Air, late 2020 (256GB) — save $100 Apple MacBook Pro, late 2020 (256GB) — save $100 It's still *technically* a day away, but Cyber Monday is already bringing us a ton of discounts on laptops fro
Bill's Black Friday deal block void
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Mysterious monolith is missing, and people have theories
500+Mashable / 2h
The metal monolith , planted by unknown sources in the Utah desert at some point before last week, has gone the same way it arrived: shrouded in mystery. Officials from the Utah Department of Public Safety and the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources discovered the three-sided silver structure on Nov. 18 via helicopter, while on a routine mission to count bighorn sheep. Now the monolith is no long
These are the three best broadband deals in the UK - but they all end on Cyber Monday
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Take your chance to bag big savings on your broadband - these special broadband deals from BT, Virgin and Vodafone are all set to end tomorrow.
Earth is 2000 light-years closer to the Milky Way’s blackhole
SlashGear / 2h
Scientists at the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan recently created a new map of the Milky Way galaxy. The map of the galaxy found that the Earth is 2000 light-years closer to the supermassive black hole at the center of the Milky Way galaxy than previously believed. Researchers also found that the Earth is orbiting the black hole faster than … Continue reading
Get Early Cyber Monday Access to These Best Selling Online Courses
Futurism / 3h
You can learn an incredible new skill (or a few) before making your New Year’s resolutions is even a thing. Whether you want to jumpstart a new career or start a new hobby, these e-learning bundles and courses are the perfect things to hunker down with over the winter. During this early Cyber Monday sale, you can use coupon code CMSAVE70 to get an extra 70% off at checkout. The Official Unity Gam
Apple Watch deal: the Apple Watch 6 hits lowest price ever ahead of Cyber Monday
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
This deal landed on Black Friday, knocking the Apple Watch down to its lowest price ever, and it's still available for Cyber Monday.
LAST DAY: Earn The Most Miles Without A First Year Annual Fee
37View from the Wing / 3h
The United Business Card has a limited time offer to earn 75,000 MileagePlus miles after $5000 in purchases within 3 months. The card has a $0 annual fee (then $95). And you can even make money off of it. This is the last full day to take advantage of this offer which ends November 30. Continue reading ...
This Nintendo Switch Cyber Monday deal gives you more storage and 12 months online
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Significantly upgrade your Nintendo Switch storage and get 12 months online with this Cyber Monday deal from Best Buy.
Cyber Monday is bringing us even *more* great Apple deals — here are the very best
25Mashable / 3h
Here are the best Cyber Monday deals on Apple devices and accessories as of Nov. 29: BEST IPHONE DEAL: iPhone 12 — free at T-Mobile when you join and trade in a qualifying iPhone BEST AIRPODS DEAL: AirPods Pro — save $19.01 at Best Buy BEST APPLE WATCH DEAL: Apple Watch Series 6 — save up to $69.02 on select variants at Amazon and Walmart BEST IPAD DEAL: iPad (WiFi + Cellular, 32GB or 128GB) — sa
After Math: Deals on deals on deals
37Engadget / 3h
As we collectively recover from a day of too much turkey and another of too much (hopefully online) shopping, with our eyes ahead towards what is sure to be an unprecedented holiday season, let’s take a look at some of the top headlines from this past Thanksgiving week. Albert Gea / Reuters Amazon will give its US frontline workers a $300 holiday bonus You could argue that Amazon’s warehouse work
How to Change the Theme and Accent Color of Instagram DMs
How-To Geek / 3h
Facebook has merged Instagram DMs with Facebook Messenger. Once you opt-in, you can message your Facebook friends right from Instagram. More importantly, you can change the chat theme and accent color for Instagram DMs on iPhone and Android. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Ravens vs Steelers live stream: how to watch NFL week 12 game from anywhere now
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Don't miss this very belated Thanksgiving showdown - here's how to get a Baltimore Ravens vs Pittsburgh Steelers live stream and watch NFL action online from anywhere today.
The TV deals are on for Cyber Monday. Here are our faves.
24Mashable / 3h
Here are the best Cyber Monday deals on TVs as of Nov. 29: Samsung 58-inch Q60T QLED 4K UHD Smart TV (QN58Q60TAFXZA) — $699.99 (save $200) LG 75-inch NanoCell 80 Series LED 4K TV (75NANO80UNA) — $999.99 (save $500) Sony 77-inch A9G Master Series OLED 4K Smart TV (XBR77A9G) — $3,298 (save $1,201.99) Samsung's The Frame TV is on sale for Cyber Monday — with savings up to 27% off, you can get the sm
Cardinals vs Patriots live stream: how to watch NFL week 12 game from anywhere now
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Pats need to step up if they want to make the Playoffs this year and here's how to get an Arizona Cardinals vs New England Patriots live stream and watch the NFL online today.
Chargers vs Bills live stream: how to watch NFL week 12 game from anywhere now
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
A duo of exciting QBs go head-to-head in Buffalo today - see how to get a LA Chargers vs Buffalo Bills live stream and watch the NFL online, no matter where you are.
American Will Operate 737 MAX Flights To Nowhere
100+One Mile at a Time / 3h
The Boeing 737 MAX is expected to be back in the skies within weeks, after having been “ungrounded” by the US Federal Aviation Administration . American is expected to be the first airline to resume flights with the 737 MAX , as the airline will start flying the plane between Miami and New York as of December 29. American has some interesting plans prior to that… American wants employees to fly t
This Cyber Monday PS5 deal knocks 32% off the Astro A50 wireless gaming headset
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
This Cyber Monday PS5 deal on the Astro A50 drops one of the best gaming headsets down to its lowest ever price.
Hyundai and Kia fined $210 million over vehicle recalls due to engine trouble
SlashGear / 4h
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced consent orders this week with Hyundai and Kia related to recalls of vehicles equipped with the Theta II engines. The automakers were hit with combined penalties amounting to $210 million. The NHTSA found that Hyundai and Kia conducted untimely recalls of over 1.6 million vehicles that used the Theta II engines. The NHTSA … Continue read
These monitors are already on sale for Cyber Monday — save up to $500
32Mashable / 4h
Here are the best Cyber Weekend deals on monitors as of Nov. 29: Alienware AW3420DW Curved Monitor — $1,012.71 (save $507.28) Dell UltraSharp 43 4K USB-C Monitor — $789.99 (save $260 + free $100 gift card) Dell 24 FHD Monitor S2421HS — $129.99 (save $100) Monitors are a big trend this year, and that comes as no surprise. A lot of us are spending more time in front of a computer nowadays — and whe
Check out the beaver moon early Monday morning
32SlashGear / 4h
Tonight and early Monday morning will provide something for skywatchers to get up early for. November’s full moon has a strange name; it’s known as the beaver moon. That’s certainly an odd name for a full moon. The name comes from the fact that beavers are typically busy little guys building dams for the winter when it rises into the … Continue reading
How to Record Shows and Movies on YouTube TV
24How-To Geek / 4h
Recording shows and movies on YouTube TV is incredibly easy. Simply setting up a DVR recording will automatically save an airing of a movie or every episode of a TV show. Here’s how to get started. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
This market-leading EE iPhone 12 deal is still available moving into Cyber Monday
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Both EE and iPhone 12 deals can be expensive but this contract keeps the costs surprisingly low.
Buy a 24-Pack of Anker AA Batteries for $7, So You Can Finally Replace the Ones From the TV Remote You Put in the Xbox Controller
48Lifehacker / 4h
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American Airlines Is Running Five Employee Boeing 737 MAX Flights To Nowhere
100+View from the Wing / 4h
The Boeing 737 MAX is officially allowed to fly again in commercial service. A lot of things need to take place before that happens, but while Southwest Airlines plans to take 4-5 months to get the plane back in the air, American Airlines is far more aggressive - planning to fly it again on December 29th. Employees of American Airlines and its wholly-owned regional carriers (Enjoy, Piedmont, and
Ask the cruise director: What are the biggest myths about cruising?
The Points Guy / 5h
One of the most popular cruise directors of the past decade, Matt Mitcham, is offering his insights to cruise fans in a series of pieces for The Points Guy. Presented in a question-and-answer-type format, these pieces originally appear exclusively in The Points Guy’s cruise newsletter ( sign up here ). Mitcham retired from Carnival Cruise Line in August. Today’s question for Matt: What are the bi
Download These Free Plans for DIY Home Shelving
28Lifehacker / 5h
There has already been a significant surge in people taking up various home improvement projects throughout the pandemic, and that’s likely to continue throughout the winter months. As long as we’re stuck at home, we might as well make it a little nicer. Not everyone has the time or budget for a major renovation, but… Read more...
Add life to your countertop with $65 off this Aerogarden system
40Mashable / 5h
Save $65: The AeroGarden Harvest 360 is on sale on Amazon for $84.95 through Nov. 29. It's nearly December and the days have certainly gotten shorter, but the lack of sunlight doesn't have to equate to a lack of greenery in your home. The AeroGarden Harvest 360 is $65 off through Nov. 29, and it's definitely worth grabbing. AeroGarden's systems are perfect for even those without a green thumb. Th
Walmart's Cyber Monday sale starts at midnight, but these deals are already live
41Mashable / 5h
Here are the best Cyber Monday deals to shop at Walmart as of Nov. 29: BEST HEADPHONE DEAL: AirPods Pro — save $80 BEST GAMING DEAL: Nintendo Switch Online 12-Month Subscription + free microSD Card — save $49.96 BEST TV DEAL: Hisense 75-inch Class Quantum 4K ULED Smart TV (75H8G) — save $600 BEST KITCHEN DEAL: Instant Pot Viva (6-qt.) — save $50.99 Having treated the entire month of November as o
Your Sony TV set could be about to get an Apple TV app upgrade
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
A host of additional Sony TVs are about to get the Apple TV app support that was promised last year.
Take Free Photography Classes from Nikon Through the End of the Year
100+Lifehacker / 5h
Now that we all basically walk around with digital cameras all the time (courtesy of our phones), we may be in the habit of snapping pictures without thinking about it. That’s not a bad thing—it’s really handy to have that tool to capture unexpected moments, or a receipt that you need, but will probably end up losing. Read more...
Bias, comeback, and aegyo: What all those K-pop words actually mean
31Mashable / 5h
K-pop has taken the Western world by storm, with groups such as BTS , Blackpink , Stray Kids, and Twice captivating fans with their addictive songs and magnetic personalities. If your pop culture consumption has primarily been in English up until now, the Korean tidal wave can seem intimidating and confusing. This isn't helped by the very K-pop specific language many fans use — and I don’t mean K
How To Redeem TAP Air Portugal Miles&Go Miles
37One Mile at a Time / 5h
TAP Air Portugal is a member of the Star Alliance, and has a frequent flyer program that’s often overlooked (including by me). I wanted to take a closer look at award redemptions through TAP’s frequent flyer program, Miles&Go. Let me explain why, and then we’ll get into the actual details of the program. Why should we care about TAP Miles&Go? Maybe most of us shouldn’t actually care. But there’s
The best SIM only deal of Black Friday is still available - unlimited data for £16/pm
24TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Three's Black Friday SIM only deal has rolled over into the Cyber Monday sales with the best value on the market.
VCs Are Pouring Money Into the Wrong Education Startups
100+Wired / 5h
The pandemic has proven the need for new technologies that can radically change online learning models. But investors are more interested in existing platforms.
Restock alert: AirPods Pro are back on sale at Walmart for only $169
37Mashable / 5h
SAVE $80: Apple's AirPods Pro are back in stock at Walmart at their all-time-low price of $169 ahead of Cyber Monday. UPDATE: Nov. 29, 2020, 9:04 a.m. EST These babies are going in and out of stock, so click the link, you might get lucky! They're baaack. Having been sold out since Thanksgiving, Apple's AirPods Pro have returned to Walmart at their best-ever pricing just in time for Cyber Monday:
How to Get Cycling Navigation Directions in Apple Maps
20How-To Geek / 5h
Apple Maps can now show you cycling directions on both your iPhone and Apple Watch. This includes turn-by-turn instructions that use haptic feedback and sounds that tell you where to turn. Here’s how to use it and an alternative you can use if Apple Maps isn’t yet up to par in your area. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
I Spent $200 on Fake LEGO to Make the Robot T-Rex from 'Horizon: Zero Dawn'
21How-To Geek / 5h
LEGO is great. LEGO is also expensive, and though it’s pretty ubiquitous in its partnerships, not every single thing you could possibly imagine is available as an official set. So if you’ve been obsessed with Horizon: Zero Dawn for months, and you desperately want a giant LEGO Thunderjaw (the game’s iconic robot T-rex), what’s a LEGO nerd to do? Read This Article on Review Geek ›
How and When to Spot a Lunar Eclipse This Weekend
91Lifehacker / 5h
As the holiday weekend winds down and we prepare to go back to work for these awkward weeks between holidays when it seems like everyone else is out of the office, but we’re all very much still here, we have another chance to catch something interesting in the night sky. First of all, there will be a full moon. And,… Read more...
This Week in Apps: Snapchat clones TikTok, India bans 43 Chinese apps, more data on App Store commission changes
200+TechCrunch / 6h
Welcome back to This Week in Apps, the TechCrunch series that recaps the latest in mobile OS news, mobile applications, and the overall app economy. The app industry is as hot as ever, with a record 204 billion downloads and $120 billion in consumer spending in 2019. People now spend three hours and 40 minutes per day using apps, rivaling TV. Apps aren’t just a way to pass idle hours — they’re al
The Supreme Court will hear its first big CFAA case
100+TechCrunch / 6h
The Supreme Court will hear arguments on Monday in a case that could lead to sweeping changes to America’s controversial computer hacking laws — and affecting how millions use their computers and access online services. The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act was signed into federal law in 1986 and predates the modern internet as we know it, but governs to this day what constitutes hacking — or “unautho
Amazon has already canceled its Utopia original series
23SlashGear / 6h
If you’ve never heard of the series Utopia, you’re not the only one. The Amazon Original series has largely gone unnoticed in entertainment circles, and that’s perhaps why the company has decided to cancel the show after a single season. Though this science fiction show won’t return, fans of the genre will get something special from Amazon next month. Utopia … Continue reading
Buy a 24-Pack of Anker AA Batteries for $7, So You Can Finally Replace the Ones From the TV Remote You Put in the Xbox Controller
48Gizmodo / 6h
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Be quick! New MacBook Air M1 is back in stock for $100 off ahead of Cyber Monday
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Get $100 off the new Apple MacBook Air (M1, 2020) with this amazing Cyber Monday deal.
[Roundup] Violent Crime Spree At Limited-Service Hotels
View from the Wing / 6h
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 ...
Cretaceous birds were thought to have small bills—except this one
42Ars Technica / 7h
Enlarge / Artist's depiction of Falcatakely forsterae . (credit: Mark Witton ) Given the unusual attention granted to turkeys this week, let’s talk dinosaurs. Today’s birds are, of course, descendants of the only branch of the dino tree that made it through the end-Cretaceous mass extinction. In the dinosaurs’ halcyon days, the early birds were a bit different, still retaining teeth and foreclaws
The ungentle joy of spider sex
37Ars Technica / 7h
Enlarge / Look carefully into the spider's two largest eyes and you can see internal structures similar to the ones that we've evolved. (credit: Emre Can Alagöz ) First, the confession: I’m an arachnophobe, spooked by the most harmless everyday spiders. Close encounters with the scarier sort—the goliath bird-eating spider in an undergraduate zoology class, the venomous redbacks sharing my tent on
F1 Bahrain Grand Prix live stream: how to watch 2020 Bahrain GP from anywhere today
28TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
How to watch an F1 Bahrain Grand Prix live stream - catch all the action today as Lewis Hamilton races for the first time since making Formula 1 history.
Fortnite Galactus event teasers: Battle Bus, jetpacks, and gamma cells
SlashGear / 7h
December 1 will bring the end of Fortnite‘s season four and its big Marvel superhero crossover. The event will be marked by the Nexus War, which players expect to be a huge event that may (if certain leaks are accurate) usher in yet another island. Epic has started dropping teasers for the event, indirectly revealing quite a few details. Fortnite … Continue reading
Ireland vs Georgia live stream: how to watch Nations Cup rugby free anywhere today
32TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
How to get an Ireland vs Georgia live stream and watch the Autumn Nations Cup free online, with the Boys in Green needing a big win this Sunday.
How green and profitable are e-scooters?
300+BBC News - Technology / 7h
Wayne Ting, chief executive of e-scooter firm Lime, says there's room for improvement.
Robot does yard work and security, plus other tech news
BBC News - Technology / 7h
Jen Copestake looks at some of the week’s best technology news stories.
The 7 Best Cyber Monday Deals on Camera Gear and Accessories
76Wired / 7h
Mirrorless cameras, smartphone lenses, SD cards—it might be time to update your photo kit with these discounts.
What Is the Signal Encryption Protocol?
200+Wired / 7h
As the Signal protocol becomes the industry standard, it's worth understanding what sets it apart from other forms of end-to-end encrypted messaging.
AMD Big Navi GPU launch was reportedly worse than Nvidia’s RTX 3000 fail
100+TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
AMD promised big, but didn’t deliver with the launch of RX 6000 graphics cards.
How to With John Wilson is the year’s best nature documentary
300+Ars Technica / 8h
How to With John Wilson airs Fridays on HBO At this point, it’s practically mandatory for any show set in New York to open with shots of landmarks like the Empire State Building, Central Park, or a row of honking yellow taxis in rush hour traffic. Anything quickly recognizable will suffice, as long as it represents life in the big city. (Looking for arty vibes? Search no further than Washington S
What Does “ITT” Mean, and How Do You Use It?
20How-To Geek / 8h
What does it mean when someone comments “ITT” on a message board, and what exactly is a thread? We’ll answer all your questions about this online forum acronym here. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
Upcoming phones geared to rattle the entry-level market
SlashGear / 9h
Smartphones have become an integral part of our life – no doubt they sell like hotcakes and virtually every other week a new phone is released in the market. While smartphones can be crazy pricey on one end of the spectrum, the options for entry-level buyers are also quite broad. The segment is important for all major manufacturers and the … Continue reading
Future MacBook Pros could add Force Touch to the Touch Bar
33TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
A patent filed by Apple suggests that future Touch Bar models might be able to register the strength of your presses.
Save 30% on an Arlo video doorbell with a customizable chime
81Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: Customize your doorbell with the Arlo Audio Doorbell and Chime Bundle , on sale for $89.99, a 30% savings as of Nov. 29. If you're looking to invest in a smart doorbell, this Arlo Audio Doorbell and Chime Bundle is a great option. This home security power duo notifies you when someone is at your door — even when you're not even home. Ahead of Cyber Monday, it's on sale for 30% off. This pa
WFH more efficiently in 2021 with a standing desk converter on sale
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TL;DR: Switch up your WFH routine with a Mount-It! Height Adjustable Sit-Stand Desk Converter for $146.39, a $53 savings as of Nov. 29. Many of us have spent too many hours to count this year sitting hunched over our laptops on the couch or on uncomfortable desk chairs. And as a result, we’re suffering from stiff necks and all sorts of other aches and pains. You can raise and lower the Mount-It!
Now's a great time to invest in a bidet
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It's a great time to invest in a bidet — especially if you're spending more time at home lately. Or, you know, if you'd prefer not to compete for toilet paper at the grocery store. These 13 bidets are an extra 20% off their already-discounted prices ahead of Cyber Monday. From fancy standalone bidets to affordable add-ons that hook right to your toilet seat, you won't regret making the shift. Jus
Picking up a hobby for the new year? These Cyber Monday deals will get you started.
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2020 has been a year filled with... well, mostly dread, to be honest. But while this year has absolutely sucked, quarantine has provided an opportunity for some people to pick up new hobbies they never had time for before. If you'd like to get into a new hobby but haven't selected one yet, we've hand-picked a bunch of sweet deals for those who want to start off the (hopefully better) new year by
This Cyber Monday deal is not like the others: Earphones that double as a Bluetooth speaker
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TL;DR: Get Bluetooth headphones and a speaker in one with the Human Headphones: Hybrid True Wireless Over-Ear Headphones , on sale for $215.20 with the code CMSAVE20 as of Nov. 29. If you thought you saw all the sales there were to see on Black Friday , you clearly forgot about Cyber Monday. Before Black Friday went almost completely online this year, Cyber Monday was the original online shopping
14 Cyber Monday deals on wireless headphones: Beats, Sony, and more
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Wireless headphones are simply the way to go in 2020. Whether you're working out or working from home, nothing beats going cord-free. Plus, most iPhones don't even have headphone jacks to begin with! We've compiled 14 early Cyber Monday deals on great wireless headphones from top brands. (Prices are active as of Nov. 29.) With the code CMSAVE20, you'll get an additional 20% off, even if the item
Cyber Monday deals under $50: 20 picks that won't drain your savings
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Hopefully you didn't blow all your cash on Black Friday sales, because Cyber Monday deals are (un)officially underway. You won't have to throw your budget out the window to grab some great gifts or upgrades for yourself this holiday season. We've rounded up 20 of the best Cyber Monday deals under $50. Grab everything from smart devices to kitchen appliances, and round out the 2020 shopping holida
23 Cyber Monday deals on home workout equipment
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The best type of gift is one that makes life a little easier — and that includes simplifying the art of the home workout. We've compiled 23 great deals on home fitness equipment ahead of Cyber Monday. With a few of these in your home gym, you might actually look forward to working out during the cold winter months. (OK, maybe that's an exaggeration.) As of Nov. 29, you can take an extra 20% off s
20 hot Amazon Black Friday deals you can still get ahead of Cyber Monday 2020
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Here's a round-up of decent deals you can still get over this weekend in the Amazon Black Friday sales, before Cyber Monday crash-lands.
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iOS 15: what we want to see
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iOS 15 is still a long way off but we already know what we want from it.
One of the best Cyber Monday Lego deals isn't actually on plastic bricks at all
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The Lego Wooden Minifigure has money off in the Black Friday and Cyber Monday Lego sale.
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