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Honda's Unbelievable 50cc Race Bike With A Top Speed Above 100 Mph


78SlashGear / 17h
In the 1960s, Honda developed a 50cc motorcycle that could not only win races, but also reach triple-digit speeds. That bike is called the RC116.


Jack Ma: Alibaba founder seen in China after long absence
84BBC News - Technology / 59min
The 58-year-old reportedly visited a school that he founded in his hometown of Hangzhou.


Activist investor Elliott ditches director nomination plans for Salesforce
TechCrunch / 3min
Activist investor Elliott Investment Management won’t be proceeding with plans to nominate its own directors to Salesforce’s board, citing improved performance and a clearer “focus on value creation” from the enterprise software company. Elliott — one of five activist investors within Salesforce’s ranks — announced ahead of Salesforce’s recent Q4 earnings that it was pushing several of its own ca



Silicon Valley Bank: Collapsed US lender bought by rival
36BBC News - Technology / 58min
The collapsed lender was seized by US regulators after a run on the bank.


It's your last chance to buy from Nintendo’s Wii U and 3DS eShops
Engadget / 1h
It's the end of an era as Nintendo is shutting down its Wii U and 3DS eShops today (March 27th) at 5PM PST (8PM EST). After that, you'll no longer be able to purchase new games for those consoles, though you'll still be able to redownload titles you've already purchased for the time being. The company first warned of the eShop closures back in February 2022 , and barred users from adding funds to


Quordle today - hints and answers for Monday, March 27 (game #427)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
It's time for your daily dose of Quordle hints. And you might need them - because this popular online game takes the Wordle format and quadruples the difficulty. So if you already find yourself searching for Wordle hints , you'll probably need some for Quordle too. I'm a Quordle and Wordle fanatic who's been playing since December 2021, so I can definitely help you solve Quordle today and improve


They Posted Porn on Twitter. German Authorities Called the Cops
40Wired / 2h
Regulators are using an AI system to scan websites and messaging apps to find pornography. Creators face fines and potential prison sentences.


First Citizens to acquire failed Silicon Valley Bank
400+TechCrunch / 2h
First Citizens has agreed to buy Silicon Valley Bank, the California lender that served as lifeblood to thousands of startups before its collapse sent shockwaves through the financial sector, the U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation said on Monday. The failure of Silicon Valley Bank is estimated to incur a loss of about $20 billion to the Deposit Insurance Fund, the regulator said. The deal


Elon Musk: Twitter says parts of source code leaked online
57BBC News - Technology / 3h
Elon Musk has also reportedly indicated Twitter is now worth less than half the amount he paid for it.


Today's Wordle Answer #646 – March 27, 2023 Solution And Hints
SlashGear / 4h
This week starts off with a tricky solution - it's not unpopular, but it's perfectly understandable if it doesn't occur to you as a possible Wordle answer.


'Quordle' today: Here are the answers and hints for March 27
Mashable / 4h
If Quordle is a little too challenging today, you've come to the right place for hints. There aren't just hints here, but the whole Quordle solution. Scroll to the bottom of this page, and there it is. But are you sure you need all four answers? Maybe you just need a strategy guide. Either way, scroll down, and you'll get what you need. What is Quordle ? Quordle is a five-letter word guessing gam


Get lifetime access to these stacked learning bundles for under £100
Mashable / 4h
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How to watch the Masters 2023 livestream online for free
Mashable / 4h
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Gerard Piqué’s Twitch Soccer League Crowns 'El Barrio' Champion Before 92,500 People
Gizmodo / 4h
Leer en español . Read more...


'Succession' Season 4, episode 1: The final season begins the same way the show started
Mashable / 6h
It's our last first day at Succession school. The final season of HBO's remarkable hit on billionaire echelons who've become the internet's favorite fancam material is finally here, and things are kicking off with a familiar festivity. Like its Season 1 pilot episode, the final season of Succession is wrapping things up the same way it all started, with Logan's (Brian Cox) birthday. But things ar


'Succession' Season 4: What's the real meaning of the final scene with Logan in episode 1?
Mashable / 6h
We've had a recent hit of apocalyptic heartbreak with The Last of Us , we're currently getting our fix of survival-based scares with Yellowjackets , and here to round off the holy trinity of misery with some good old fashioned psychological-trauma-mixed-with-familial-dread is the return of Succession . But as well as the sharp barbs and familiarly diabolical moments , Season 4's first episode als


Classic Cars That Got Resurrected Years Later
SlashGear / 7h
A slew of beloved cars have been consigned to the history books - and some have seen a great resurgence. These 14 classic cars got resurrected years later.


Wordle today: Here's the answer, hints for March 27
Mashable / 7h
Yikes, it's Monday again. Hopefully, a brand new Wordle can brighten your day. If you're struggling, don't worry — we're here with our daily hints and tips to help you figure out the solution. If you prefer to just be told the answer, you can scroll to the end of this article for March 27's Wordle solution to be revealed. But if you'd rather work through it yourself, keep reading for some clues,


Legal Filing Reveals Someone Posted Twitter Source Code On GitHub
SlashGear / 8h
A legal filing reveals that someone, possibly a former disgruntled employee, published part of Twitter's source code on the platform GitHub.


The 10 Best Laptops For Remote Work From Home In 2023
SlashGear / 8h
More people now work from home than ever before. If you're looking for a new work computer, these are the 10 best laptops for remote work from home in 2023.


houghtonlib:uwmspeccoll: Decorative Sunday: Paste Paper...
Music, Arts & Literature / 8h
houghtonlib : uwmspeccoll : Decorative Sunday: Paste Paper Edition In 1942, Harvard University Press printed 250 copies of Decorated Book Papers: Being an Account of the Designs and Fashions by the bookbinder, author, and creator and collector of decorative papers, Rosamond Bowditch Loring . Published by the Harvard College Library Department of Printing and Graphic Arts in Cambridge, Massachuset



ballparksaroundtheworld:Harwell Field, Detroit, Michigan, USA
Music, Arts & Literature / 8h
ballparksaroundtheworld : Harwell Field, Detroit, Michigan, USA


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Portions of Twitter's source code were reportedly leaked online
300+Engadget / 8h
In yet another embarrassing development for new Twitter boss Elon Musk, court filings published Friday reveal that portions of the social media site's source code — the base programming that makes Twitter possible — have been leaked online, the New York Times reports . Per court filings, Twitter claimed copyright infringement in an effort to have the offending code taken down from the Github coll


Leaked Musk Email Puts Twitter Valuation At $20 Billion
SlashGear / 9h
An internal email has been made public, and it allegedly reveals that Elon Musk has set Twitter's valuation at around $20 billion - far less than he paid.


5 Of The Most Underrated BMWs Ever Made
SlashGear / 9h
BMW has produced some serious gems throughout its time in the automotive industry, but several other BMW models haven't been given their due.


Sweet Spot Sunday: Fly to the Caribbean, Mexico or Central America with AAdvantage miles
45The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: We’ve updated this post with new information. TPG founder Brian Kelly is a Bilt advisor and investor. Despite being shorter than some domestic routes, flights to the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America can be expensive. In addition to the extra taxes and fees, many airlines charge higher award rates for these routes. But you can sometimes book cheap flights to the Caribbean, Mexi


Twitter Says Parts of Its Source Code Were Leaked Online
500+NYT > Technology / 10h
The leak adds to the challenges facing the Elon Musk-owned company, which is trying to identify the person responsible and any other people who downloaded the code.


Does Fuel Injector Cleaner Really Work? Here's What We Know
SlashGear / 10h
Fuel system cleaners are cheap and plentiful at automotive stores, but do they actually do all the things that they claim? We took a look to find out.


The Incredible Versatility Of The Royal Air Force's First Jet Bomber
SlashGear / 10h
Like many other military superpowers post-World War II, the British Air Ministry developed one of the most versatile jet-fueled aircraft for military use.


Citi Prestige Card review: No longer available but potentially worth keeping
The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: This card is no longer open to new applicants, but we’ve updated this article with new information about the Citi travel portal. Citi is a TPG advertising partner. Citi Prestige® Card overview The Citi Prestige® Card is still a valuable part of the premium travel credit card market despite losing numerous perks over the years. Although the card is no longer open to new applicants,


Netflix strikes last-minute deal to retain ‘Arrested Development’ streaming rights
500+Engadget / 11h
Good news, Arrested Development fans . You can continue watching the highly acclaimed sitcom on Netflix. As The Verge outlines , all five seasons of the show, including the two financed by Netflix, were set to leave the service on March 15th. However, the series is now staying put, thanks to a licensing agreement the company reached with Disney-owned 20th Century Fox, the show’s original rights h


7 Wireless Travel Routers That Will Keep You Connected On The Go
SlashGear / 11h
If you find yourself traveling often, you might want to buy a portable router. Here are seven wireless travel routers that will keep you connected on the go.


How Long Do Hyundai Electric Car Batteries Last?
SlashGear / 11h
How long does the battery of a Hyundai electric car last? There isn't a single catch-all answer, but here are the details as they're currently understood.


The Best HDMI Switchers For Every Budget
SlashGear / 11h
Need a way to ensure additional HDMI ports on your TV or monitor? These are the best HDMI switchers for every budget and need.


Apple Reportedly Demos Mixed-Reality Headset In Secret Meeting
SlashGear / 11h
Apple's long-rumored mixed-reality headset is said to be closer to market than ever and has reportedly been demoed to company executives in a secret meeting.


3 Easy Ways To Select Multiple Files On A Mac
SlashGear / 11h
Whether you're moving a bunch of photos on to your Mac, or you just need to organize your files in bulk, moving multiple files on Mac is very efficient.


Will Hotels Waive Cancelation Fees Due To Covid?
One Mile at a Time / 12h
Just over three years ago, global travel came to a standstill due to the pandemic. The future of travel was uncertain, and virtually all travel brands showed a huge amount of flexibility with cancelation policies, in hopes of making people confident enough to book travel. Well, travel has rebounded fast, and in many markets leisure demand is way higher than it was pre-pandemic. That’s despite the


Fear the Walking Dead's Final Season Trailer Links Back to the Original Show
25Gizmodo / 12h
Your eyes aren’t playing tricks on you. Fear the Walking Dead is still on the air and a trailer for its eighth and final season is here. In it, the show makes direct reference to a major character in the original series , providing a link that fans have been curious about since day one. Read more...


Elon Musk reportedly values Twitter at $20 billion
2KEngadget / 12h
Elon Musk values Twitter at about $20 billion, according to an email seen by The Information and The New York Times . Musk shared the valuation, a significant drop from the $44 billion he paid to buy the company last fall , in a memo he sent to Twitter employees on Friday announcing a new stock compensation program. The billionaire reportedly warned Twitter’s significantly diminished workforce th


The End Of The Rule Of Law, In Financial Markets And The Airline Industry
View from the Wing / 12h
The Department of Transportation entered into an agreement to approve the "Northeast Alliance" between American Airlines and JetBlue, indeed wrung concessions out of the two airlines before doing so (giving up takeoff and landing slots in New York, and a commitment to expand supply of seats in the market with larger aircraft under penalty of losing even more slots to other airlines). Then, after



5 Of The Most Incredible Corvettes In Ken Lingenfelter's Collection
SlashGear / 12h
Chevy debuted the Corvette in 1953, selling only a little over half of its run. Now in its eighth generation, the car is a testament to performance driving.


The American Bomber That Infiltrated Pop Culture (And Is Still In Service)
SlashGear / 13h
The iconic B-52 bomber is a venerable aircraft which is still in use today and has been referenced in movies, TV shows, band names, and hairstyles.


This ChatGPT Extension Could Be Your New Secret Weapon If You Use Notion
SlashGear / 12h
If you're a Notion user looking to optimize your time and avoid excessive typing, you can now install a Chrome browser that sends AI ideas straight to Notion.