Your Brain Is an Energy-Efficient 'Prediction Machine'
2KWired / 2h
Results from neural networks support the idea that brains use predictions to create perceptions—and that they work that way to conserve power.
10% Of KLM Passengers From South Africa Test Positive For Coronavirus
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400+One Mile at a Time / 2h
Update : As a follow-up to this story from yesterday, of the 61 passengers who tested positive for coronavirus from these two KLM flights, the omicron variant has been found in 13 of them, so that accounts for ~21% of the cases on these flights. Around 10% of passengers on KLM flights from South Africa yesterday tested positive for coronavirus upon arrival, despite a pre-travel testing requiremen
Samsung Galaxy S22 phone sizes shown off in latest image leaks
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
We've already seen a plethora of leaks around the Samsung Galaxy S22 , but we're happy to add another one to the pile: new pictures show off what look to be official screen protectors for all three phones in the range, giving us an idea of their front-facing design and their relative sizes. These come from prolific and reliable tipster @UniverseIce , so it's more likely than not that they're the
The ancient origins of glass
Ars Technica / 7min
Enlarge / This glass fish was found in a fairly modest private house in Amarna, buried under a plaster floor along with a few other objects. It may once have contained ointment. (credit: Trustees of the British Museum) Today, glass is ordinary, on-the-kitchen-shelf stuff. But early in its history, glass was bling for kings. Thousands of years ago, the pharaohs of ancient Egypt surrounded themselv
What We Should Do Against Omicron Instead Of Travel Bans
View from the Wing / 9min
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 ...
Alienware Aurora Ryzen Edition for £730 off is the best way to get an RTX 3090 on Cyber Monday
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 21min
If you want the Nvidia RTX 3090 graphics card, which is the most powerful gaming GPU in the world, then you're not going to be able to buy one on Cyber Monday . Sorry. Due to the global chip shortage, the RTX 3090 (like other GPUs) has been incredibly hard to come by, and when it is in stock, it is often for a highly inflated asking price. So, the best way to get an RTX 3090 on Cyber Monday is to
Cyber Monday plant sales are live at The Sill, Bloomscape, and Plants.com
Mashable / 28min
Cyber Monday sales are live at our favorite online plant shops as of Nov. 28: The Sill , known for its modern planters — up to 50% off Bloomscape , featuring a wide variety of plants — 20% off with code THANKFUL Plants.com , has a nice selection of seasonal plants — 20% off with code FRIDAY20 Hey, psst, we know you're probably loading up on tech products like headphones , robot vacuums , and TVs
We transformed a London borough into a game to get fewer people traveling by car
Ars Technica / 28min
Enlarge (credit: Jacqui Brown / Flickr ) In England, only 37 percent of adults aged 16 or over travel actively (walk, cycle, scoot, or wheel to get from place to place) at least twice a month. We need to find exciting ways to encourage more people to travel actively for the sake of population and planetary health. Active travel can help reduce congestion, air pollution, and climate change. Howeve
Twitter could soon launch reactions and downvotes, hidden code suggests
Twitter iOS Downvotes•
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 43min
Twitter could soon start offering a whole set of different ways to respond to tweets, based on hidden code spotted in the iOS version of the app – the long-rumored ability to react with emojis and downvotes now seems to be closer to launch than ever. That's as per reverse engineering tipster @nima_owji (via 9to5Mac ), who has done some digging into the Twitter app code. These features aren't actu
Hurry! Don't miss the best Cyber Monday gaming laptop deal of 2021
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 50min
It looks like Dell has just dropped the best Cyber Monday gaming laptop deal for this year. This incredible Dell G15 is packing all the latest hardware, from an 11th generation Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM and the recently released Nvidia RTX 3050 Ti graphics card. There are plenty of gaming laptops on offer right now in the Cyber Monday deals , but this is by far one of the cheapest that
The Roomba j7+ is back on sale for Cyber Monday — at a new record-low price, too
Mashable / 56min
Save $200: As of Nov. 28, the new iRobot Roomba j7+ is back on sale at Amazon right ahead of Cyber Monday for a record low price of $649 — a 24% discount that beats is previous sale. Given its short two months on the market, no one would have been surprised if Black Friday came and went without a discount on the premium Roomba j7+. Oddly enough, the j7+ saw a $150.99 price drop in the early days
Ninja Foodi's 12-in-1 Multicooker is $100 off for Cyber Monday at Walmart
Mashable / 56min
SAVE $100: As of Nov. 27, the Ninja Foodi 12-in-1 8-quart XL Pressure Cooker is $149 for Walmart's CyberWeek— that's a discount of $100.99 off its regular price of $249.99. (At the time of this writing, the device was sold out on Amazon, just FYI.) Whether you're a broke college student living on instant ramen or a worldly mother of three accustomed to whipping up nutritious meals under high-pres
Become besties with the reigning king of college TikTok
Mashable / 57min
Welcome to Small Talk , a series where we catch up with the internet's favorite Extremely Online individuals offline. Ryan Manderbach wants to help students at big universities feel less alone. Seemingly overnight, the 20-year-old junior at Penn State became a TikTok sensation for his daily vlogs, which showcase life as a college student back on campus after two years of remote learning. Inspired
No, we can't believe how good this Apple Watch Cyber Monday deal is either
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 57min
We've been pleasantly surprised by this year's Cyber Monday Apple Watch deals, many of which have carried over from Black Friday just a few days earlier. Usually, you'd be hard pressed to find a decent discount off any Apple Watch model, new or old, but there's one huge outlier this year that made us double take. The Apple Watch 5 is a bit of an older model, releasing in 2019, but right now it's
Why Harry Potter and Lord of the Rings are still casting a spell over us 20 years on
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
There must have been magic in the air. In November and December 2001, two fantasy movies cast a spell so powerful they changed Hollywood forever. Both were based on an epic series of novels – one nearly half a century old, the other yet to be completed – and went on to become two of the biggest movie franchises in history. And, looking back, you could make a strong argument that such a period, 20
I Visited One of Meow Wolf's Immersive Art Exhibits, and You Should, Too
How-To Geek / 1h
It’s one thing to walk through an art exhibit and gaze at evocative artwork. It’s another thing entirely to be inside an art exhibit, literally immersed in the art. That’s the experience Meow Wolf offers. I recently visited the Denver location while on a trip, and it was out-of-this-world cool. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
How to Stream Every Spider-Man Movie
How-To Geek / 1h
Spider-Man is one of the most popular and recognizable superheroes ever created, and films featuring the character helped kickstart the superhero movie boom. With a new release on the horizon, here’s how to stream all of the Spider-Man movies. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
What Is a Watering Hole Attack?
Watering Hole Attack•
Wired / 1h
It's a technique that can hit thousands of victims—through no fault of their own.
Looking for Alien Life? Seek Out Alien Tech
Wired / 1h
Shifting the search for extraterrestrial life from biological to technological signs could break us out of anthropocentrism and help guide humanity's future.
Guide to Cunard Line’s Cunard World Club cruise loyalty program
The Points Guy / 1h
Cunard Line, known for its unique ocean liner history and British beginnings, caters to upscale passengers who appreciate quiet ocean views and afternoon tea. Brand loyalists can earn loyalty status and related perks through the line’s Cunard World Club program. Although it’s nice to receive perks, the ones offered by Cunard’s loyalty program aren’t as valuable as some of those featured by other
How to Prep Your Garage for Winter
Lifehacker / 1h
Whether you use your garage as a place to park your vehicles, or as more of a workshop, now’s the time to get it ready for the winter season. But either way, it can be a daunting task, and you may not know where to start. Read more...
The best Cyber Monday Fitbit, Garmin and smartwatch deals live blog
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
(Image credit: Garmin / Fitbit / Amazon) We're expecting lots of wearable Cyber Monday deals to kick off, and those include fitness smartwatches from Fitbit, Garmin, and other gadget makers. If you're on the hunt, you're in luck: we'll be updating this live blog throughout the deals holiday. Our Cyber Monday Fitbit, Garmin and smartwatch live blog will feature individual and group deals as they g
Investors: Up your ante at the iMerit ML DataOps Summit 2021
TechCrunch / 1h
The “oil bidness,” as they say in Texas, is so 20 th century. Data, artificial intelligence and machine learning are the power triad fueling the future. If you’re an investor placing bets on the data operations market, you can’t afford to miss the iMerit ML DataOps Summit on December 2, 2021. This free, one-day virtual conference will explore the AI and ML landscape as it exists today and what it
View of a card for R. Downie & Sons, advertising Acme soap. Card depict a boy in a well with scrub brush, sitting on so...
Music, Arts & Literature / 1h
View of a card for R. Downie & Sons, advertising Acme soap. Card depict a boy in a well with scrub brush, sitting on soapsuds, while a girl leans over edge of well. Printed on front: “Use Acme soap. Why, the foam is bringing him up! The Major & Knapp Lith. Co., N.Y.” Printed on back: “R. Downie & sons, dealers in fresh roasted coffees, fine teas, best baking powder, our own make. Ground & whole s
What you should actually donate this holiday season
Mashable / 2h
The holidays are upon us, gift-giving guides are out, and the spirit of charity is in the air. But before you donate food or clear out your closet, be aware that your seasonal household extras might not be the most needed donations. This winter, nonprofits and community organizations are picking up after a disconnected year. Public health measures intended to prevent the spread of COVID-19 limite
How Foundation preserved Asimov’s big ideas while bringing the story to vivid life
Ars Technica / 2h
Enlarge / The only constant is change in Apple TV's adaptation of Isaac Asimov's Foundation (credit: YouTube/Apple TV+) When showrunner David S. Goyer took on the monumental task of adapting Isaac Asimov's hugely influential Foundation series of science fiction novels for Apple TV+, he knew it would not be a straightforward matter. As I've written previously, the author himself admitted that he w
6 Reasons To Get The World Of Hyatt Business Card
One Mile at a Time / 2h
Several weeks ago we saw the introduction of the $199 annual fee World of Hyatt Business Credit Card ( review ), which is Hyatt’s first business credit card. Okay, in fairness, I’d argue that the World of Hyatt Credit Card ( review ) is all-around more lucrative, though that’s a card that many of us Hyatt loyalists already have, and there’s value to be had in picking up the business version of th
Video: Stowaway Found On American Airlines Flight That Landed In Miami
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View from the Wing / 2h
A man survived the journey as a stowaway in the landing gear of American Airlines flight AA1182 from Guatemala City to Miami on Saturday and was discovered on arrival at the gate in video shared by the Only In Dade social media account. He was taken to a hospital by ambulance. Continue reading ...
Maldives vs. Bora Bora: Which remote island chain should you visit?
400+The Points Guy / 2h
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. Congratulations, you’re facing one of the world’s best “dilemmas.” If you found this article, that means you’re at least loosely debating the pros and cons of visiting the Maldives or Bora Bora — easily two of the most exotic, luxurious and bucket-list-worthy island chains in the world. The good news is you can’t go wrong: Both are o
7 Tips to Improve Battery Life on Windows 11
Wired / 2h
Some very simple settings can help you get more juice between charges on that new (or upgraded) laptop.
Cyber Monday iPad live blog: the best Apple tablet deals right now
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
(Image credit: Future) The Cyber Monday iPad deals are happening right now, even before the big day itself happens - and big discounts on the iPad Pro, iPad Air and iPad mini are still discounted. Expect to see more deals on the new iPad models over the next few days. We've got a huge iPad section in our Cyber Monday deals roundups - they're proving pretty popular as our readers try and grab a de
This decorated mammoth ivory pendant is 41,500 years old
Ars Technica / 2h
Enlarge (credit: Talamo et al. 2021) While our species was spreading across Eurasia and briefly sharing a continent with the last of the Neanderthals, someone took the time to carefully shape an oval pendant out of mammoth ivory, then decorated it with a looping dotted line. The pendant, unearthed at Stajnia Cave in Poland, was recently radiocarbon dated to around 41,500 years old. That makes it
Cyber Monday appliance live blog: Instant Pot, Ninja and KitchenAid deals
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
(Image credit: Future) Looking to kit your kitchen out with some helpful new kitchen appliances? Cyber Monday deals on top brands like Instant Pot, Ninja and KitchenAid let you make big savings on all the tools you need to become a master chef. But with so many shops and websites offering timed deals, lightning deals and low-stock offers, it can be hard to know when to pull the trigger on making
Get A Year Of Gaming With This Black Friday Deal On PlayStation Plus
Futurism / 2h
While some people can take video games a little too seriously , by and large the last few years have seen rising interest in virtual worlds as it becomes clear there’s more to gaming than just shooting zombies, Nazis, and Nazi zombies. If you’ve got a PlayStation, a year of PlayStation Plus can help open up those horizons, and right now, you can save 20 percent on 12 months of access during our B
What to Know Before You Take a Job in a Hybrid Workplace
24Wired / 3h
Here's now to sniff out good company culture while you're interviewing—and what to do once you've landed the gig.
The Android 12 Privacy Settings You Should Update Now
Android Google ATP•
25Wired / 3h
Google's new mobile operating system is finally rolling out to more phones. Here's what you need to tweak.
Top laptops for learning from home
SlashGear / 4h
Just like working from home, learning from home is a new normal these days. As educational institutions have remained distant from children for the best part of two years, students have become immensely dependent on smartphones and laptops for coursework and entertainment. Even now when many schools and colleges are conceding to a hybrid model – a mix of in-person … Continue reading
A ridiculous amount of Cyber Monday deals are already live — and you better hurry
Mashable / 5h
BEST STREAMING DEAL: Hulu — 99 cents per month for one year BEST TV DEAL: LG OLED A1 Series 48-inch 4K Smart TV is a stunning, gaming-ready TV that's rated highly for its picture and sound quality — $896.99 $1,199.99 (save 25%) + free $100 Amazon.com credit when you enter the code HBQ5KMZKGRRP BEST LAPTOP DEAL: ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED gets you a vivid display, one-touch login, and 512GB of storage
Ring in the holidays with these Bluetooth speakers on sale at Black Friday prices
Mashable / 5h
When your life sounds better, you feel better. These 20 Bluetooth speakers are all on sale for Black Friday , so you can make everything in your life sound better — from your favorite tunes and TV shows to movies and even phone calls. For a limited time, just key in the code BFSAVE20 and you can slash an extra 20% off at checkout. Most of them are waterproof and weather-resistant, so you can take
These 10 language learning apps are all on sale at Black Friday prices
Mashable / 5h
You know what makes you seem instantly smarter than you are? Knowing more than one language. It's the ultimate bragging right, no matter who you're talking to. Want to bask in the beauty of being bilingual? For Black Friday , whether you're going on a trip to a new country or just want to learn something new for fun, it's the perfect time to invest in a language learning app, as these coupon code
These electric toothbrushes are on sale for up to 83% off for Black Friday
Mashable / 5h
In case you somehow missed the memo: Electric toothbrushes are the real deal. They’re more powerful than your hand, operating at thousands of brush strokes per minute, and using one results in an upgrade to your oral health . Make the switch and achieve a cleaner mouth, brighter smile, better breath, and maybe even more confidence, if you’re lucky. There’s no better time, considering these 20 ele
These Black Friday VPN deals aren't messing around: Get a lifetime VPN for as low as $12
Mashable / 5h
Hackers , trackers, and disruptive ads aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. In fact, they’re likely just hitting their stride. If you haven’t secured yourself with a VPN, now’s the time to do so, since you can snag a lifetime deal for as low as $12. Think of a VPN as your suit of armor on the web. It protects you from all the nefarious (or just annoying) actors as you browse, stream, game, and sho
Get a year of PlayStation Plus for under $50
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: As of Nov. 28, get 20% off a year of PlayStation Plus . It's regularly $59.99, but you can get the subscription for $47.99 with the code BFSAVE20. A PlayStation Plus subscription unlocks all of the hidden features of your console you never knew about — from online multiplayer mode to free games. And for a limited time, you can score a one-year subscription for just $47.99. That’s 20% off i
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Take your coding skills to the next level with this all-in-one bundle
Mashable / 10h
TL;DR: The All-in-One Coding Skills Bundle is on sale for £22.45 as of Nov. 28, saving you 98% on list price. With this All-in-One Coding Skills Bundle , you can boost your IT skills and become a proficient coder — all through 25 hours of lessons on Scratch, Kodu, Python, SWL, Flutter, and more. Best of all, you can work through the materials on your own schedule. This IT and coding masterclass g
Become a modern day tech hero with this data science training bundle
Mashable / 10h
TL;DR: The 2021 Big Data Certification Super Training Bundle is on sale for £44.91 as of Nov. 28, saving you 98% on list price. Let’s talk about data. Way back in 2005, people started to realise just how much data users generated on Facebook, YouTube, and other online platforms. A lightbulb went off and frameworks and coding languages were developed precisely to store and analyse it. In what seem
Save 49% with ExpressVPN's best Black Friday deal
Mashable / 10h
SAVE 49%: ExpressVPN is one of the best services for accessing American Netflix from the UK. A one-year subscription to ExpressVPN is on sale for £4.96 per month this Black Friday, and includes an extra three months for free. There's a pretty fierce battle going on between leading VPNs, with every service aiming to be the best at unlocking top streaming sites. We're not going to pick a favourite
A 2-year subscription to PureVPN is on sale for just £1.44 a month this Black Friday
Mashable / 10h
SAVE 82%: PureVPN is a beginner-friendly service that offers powerful protection for your personal information and data. A two-year subscription to PureVPN is on sale for £1.44 per month this Black Friday, saving you 82% on list price. There are some really great Black Friday VPN deals out there this year, but the PureVPN offer is tough to beat. A two-year subscription to PureVPN is on sale for j
Grab these Amazon UAE White Friday deals on Lego sets before they're gone
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Lego Black Friday deals can sometimes be some of the most sought-after buys every year, but the retailer itself often doesn't contribute much to the excitement. The Black Friday section of its website is now live, and we're seeing some good discounts there. But if you'd like to snatch up some more Lego sets to build, Amazon UAE's White Friday sale is on until Nov 29th, so there's still time to gr
The chip shortage runs deeper than you think - here’s everything you need to know
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Silicon chips are undoubtedly part of the machinery that makes the world go around, but in 2020, a combination of factors led the entire chip industry into trouble. With Covid-19 rearing its ugly head and wreaking havoc, much of the world shut down - but Coronavirus isn't the only reason for the issues that followed. Poor planning was a major factor, as was competition between specific industries
Indian Government Tells Starlink to Stop Selling Satellite Internet Until It Gets a License to Do So
200+Gizmodo / 11h
The Indian government didn’t mince words in a recent message to Elon Musk’s Starlink: Get a license before offering satellite internet services in the country. Read more...
What the Mashable Shopping team bought during Black Friday 2021
Mashable / 12h
If you follow Mashable Shopping's coverage, you know that we live to bring you the best product recommendations we can find based on countless hours of online research. But what about the stuff that we buy for ourselves? The stuff that made it into our shopping carts? Well, we're here to tell y
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