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What is sargassum? The giant blob of seaweed hitting Florida
300+Mashable / 9h
Great news for fans of seaweed that collects on beaches in colossal heaps, and stings people's eyes, nostrils, and throats with a stench like rotten eggs : mass quantities of the algae known as sargassum are once again accumulating on Florida's shorelines. And there's reason to suspect that human-caused environmental havoc may be to blame. In fact, in live views of Florida's 2023 spring break fes
7 Reasons To Get The Hilton Surpass Card
500+One Mile at a Time / 14h
Link: Apply now for the Hilton American Express Surpass Card Hotel credit cards are often underrated, given the huge welcome bonuses and valuable perks that they can offer. The Hilton Surpass Card is Hilton’s popular mid-range personal credit card, which has a reasonable annual fee and useful perks. While you can read a full review of the Hilton Surpass Card here , in this post I wanted to share
The No Annual Fee American Card May Now Be The Best – And Make Sense To Spend On
47View from the Wing / 10h
For elite AAdvantage members, I think changes to how status is earned at American Airlines beginning next year mean that this card makes more sense than ever. It makes more sense than the main consumer AAdvantage card with its $99 annual fee. And it finally makes sense to spend on the card, too. Continue reading ...
The Best Parts To Build A Good PC On A Budget
SlashGear / 2h
So, you're ready to build your first gaming computer - without breaking the bank? These are the best parts to build a good PC on a budget.
Elon Musk's New Rules For Twitter Replies Are Going To Be Controversial
SlashGear / 3h
Twitter will soon start prioritizing replies from users who have a Blue subscription over free users, according to the platform's owner Elon Musk.
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How To Watch NASA TV On Your Phone, Tablet, Computer, Or Television
SlashGear / 5h
If you want to watch NASA TV but don't have a cable or satellite subscription, you can instead tune in for free using a smart TV, tablet, smartphone, or laptop.
The Best Launchers To Change Your Android Phone For The Better
SlashGear / 5h
There are exciting signs that launchers are making a comeback. For Android users, these are the best launchers to change your Android phone for the better.
3 Ways To Tell If An Image Was AI-Generated Or If It's The Real Deal
SlashGear / 5h
Photo editing used to be the big concern when it came to images on social media and beyond, but now consumers have to learn to spot AI-generated photos, too.
Hidden iPhone Features That Are Complete Game Changers
SlashGear / 5h
There's an iPhone in the hands of 1.5 billion people, but there are still tricks to learn. Try these hidden iPhone features that are complete game changers.
Disco Elysium’s Collage Mode allows you to write new dialogue
Engadget / 6h
Disco Elysium , one of the best releases of 2019 and 2021 , finally has a dedicated photo mode, but it’s not like the one you find in most games . Announced this week , the game’s new Collage Mode grants players full access to all the characters, environments and props found within the RPG. As you might imagine, you can use that power to pose your favorite NPCs in “a range of silly and sensible p
huariqueje: Temptation Bjorn SaastadNorwegian, b....
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huariqueje : Temptation Bjorn Saastad Norwegian, b. 1946 - Lithograph , 9 x 6 cm. Ed. 200.
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picklesandolives : All my ceramic cats so far
soul-luminnous-eyes: Richard Bawden, 1936- Jessy, n/d,...
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soul-luminnous-eyes : Richard Bawden , 1936- Jessy, n/d, linocut, 50x58 cm (Ed.85)
thefugitivesaint: A. Pronichkin, ‘Разобьюсь, а куплю!’,...
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thefugitivesaint : A. Pronichkin, ‘Разобьюсь, а куплю!’, “Krokodil”, #14, 1982 (the caption “Разобьюсь, а куплю!” translates to, as best as I can tell, “I’ll break, but I’ll buy!” Any Russian speakers can feel free to correct me on my, at best, shaky translation) Source
'Quordle' today: Here are the answers and hints for March 19
Mashable / 6h
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
Oh, Great, Elon Musk Has Entered the Trans Kids "Debate" Chat
Futurism / 6h
Elon Musk just offered a take nobody asked for, on the bad-faith "debate" regarding transgender children and access to medical care — though of course, it's not the first time the Twitter owner has waded into trans reactionary rhetoric. Responding, for some reason, to a video of Minnesota's lieutenant governor coming out in favor of trans kids' access to affirmative healthcare, Musk — who, lest w
Inside A Room You Don’t Get To See At DC’s National Airport: American Airlines Admirals Club VIP Space
View from the Wing / 7h
One thing that most people miss when visiting the Admirals Club on the E concourse at Washington National is the VIP Room. It's tucked right behind the checkin desk on the right as you get off the elevator. This space is unique among clubs, built because the airport sees a large number of Members of Congress, Supreme Court justices, heads of Executive Branch agencies, as well as visiting dignitar
Whatever Happened To The One-Of-A-Kind Car From Chitty Chitty Bang Bang?
SlashGear / 7h
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang was even more fantastical than the real-life oddball racers that inspired it. What happened to the movie car after filming?
'Quordle' today: Here are the answers and hints for March 18
Mashable / 7h
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
Microsoft is making it easier to set default apps in Windows 11
42Engadget / 7h
Since its release in 2021, one of the most consistent criticisms of Windows 11 has been Microsoft’s handling of app defaults . Compared to Windows 10, the newer OS makes it more complicated for users to move away from the company’s first-party offerings. For example, if you don’t want Edge to open every time you click on a webpage or PDF, you’re forced to launch Windows 11’s Settings menu and cha
Weekly Review: March 18, 2023
One Mile at a Time / 7h
I hope everyone is having a fantastic weekend! I’m in Europe at the moment, and will of course have a trip report series about my experience, but first I have a couple of other trip reports to wrap up. On the points & travel front, this week Emirates unveiled a new livery, startup Riyadh Air ordered Boeing 787s, Alaska Mileage Plan devalued Japan Airlines awards, Flair Airlines had Boeing 737 MAX
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allcatsconstitutethesamefamily: From The Australian Women’s...
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allcatsconstitutethesamefamily : From The Australian Women’s Weekly , 1968. They’ve had many lives and many ages: cats I’ve met in my time travels . Wondering about this post? Wait for the dissertation (TBA). For now: Weblog ◆ Books ◆ Videos ◆ Music ◆ Etsy
OpenAI unleashes GPT-4, SVB files for bankruptcy, and a PE firm acquires Pornhub
21TechCrunch / 8h
Welcome to Week in Review, folks, TechCrunch’s regular recap of the week in tech. GPT-4, OpenAI’s text- and image-understanding AI, might’ve dominated the headlines over the past few days. But fresh drama around Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse emerged as well. We cover all that and more in this edition, so grab a coffee and settle in. Quick note, TechCrunch Early Stage 2023 is fast approaching. It
The Biggest Change On The 2023 Sequoia That Some Toyota Fans Aren't Happy About
SlashGear / 8h
While Toyota's burly SUV has been well-received by reviewers and owners alike, some people really aren't happy that the old Sequoia's V8 was put out to pasture.
Nissan Leaf Vs. Chevy Bolt EUV: Which EV Is The Better Buy?
SlashGear / 8h
Between the two affordable EVs, both the Nissan Leaf and Chevy Bolt EV offer a similarly practical and reliable EV driving experience for under $30K.
The 16 best all-inclusive resorts in the US for a spectacular vacation
32The Points Guy / 8h
You might think that the best all-inclusive resorts are found dotting the beaches of Mexico and the islands of the Caribbean. While there are certainly plenty of incredible options in the sunny tropics, there are also plenty of great all-inclusive resorts in the U.S. Believe it or not, from the Florida Keys all the way to the California coast, there are incredible all-inclusive resorts and hotels
TPG exclusive: Revamped Citi travel portal launching tomorrow
96The Points Guy / 8h
Citi is a TPG advertising partner. Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. After months of delays, TPG can reveal that the new Citi travel portal will finally launch Sunday in the afternoon. From what Citi has told us, the new portal’s features sound awesome. However, whether the portal will be a game-changer in practice is yet to be seen. We first noticed
Willem Dafoe Would Return to the Spider-Verse Again
Gizmodo / 9h
Willem Dafoe famously starred in the first of Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man films as the billionaire scientist Norman Osborne , who later in the film turned into the nefarious Green Goblin . When he was asked to return to the role for the newest Spider-Man film, Spider-Man: No Way Home , he made it clear that he had some… Read more...
allcatsconstitutethesamefamily:“He deserves the best … so do...
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allcatsconstitutethesamefamily : “He deserves the best … so do you!“ From the University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicin’s 1979 yearbook. They’ve had many lives and many ages: cats I’ve met in my time travels . Wondering about this post? Wait for the dissertation (TBA). For now: Weblog ◆ Books ◆ Videos ◆ Music ◆ Etsy
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gacougnol : Pentti Sammallahti From the “Little little Animal” portfolio 1990’s
How To Clear Cache On The YouTube App
SlashGear / 9h
If YouTube is acting a bit weird on your iPhone or Android smartphone, you may simply need to clear the cache to get everything functioning again.
HustleGPT is a hilarious and scary AI experiment in capitalism
Mashable / 9h
With 100 bucks and a simple prompt, GPT-4 is on a mission to automate hustle culture. Shortly after OpenAI launched GPT-4, a more advanced version of its generative AI model, brand designer and writer Jackson Greathouse Fall devised a plan and fed it into GPT-4: "You are HustleGPT, an entrepreneurial AI. I am your human counterpart. I can act as a liaison between you and the physical world. You h
You Should Receive Fewer Scam Texts, Following New FCC Rules
How-To Geek / 9h
Carriers are now required to block all text messages that appear to be scams. This is the FCC’s first attempt to squash scam texts through regulation—frankly, it’s long overdue. Unfortunately, the FCC’s anti-robocall actions haven’t been very effective, so we’re a bit skeptical about this new rule. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
You Can Now Try Google Fi Without a Subscription
How-To Geek / 9h
Of all the carriers available in the United States, Google Fi is one of the most enticing. It offers affordable unlimited-data plans and comes with some cool perks, including Wi-Fi access outside your home. Now, Google Fi is testing a free trial system with a limited number of users. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
onceuponatown:Sam Donahue and Hep the Jazz Cat at the Aquarium,...
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onceuponatown : Sam Donahue and Hep the Jazz Cat at the Aquarium, New York. 1946.
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allcatsconstitutethesamefamily:From Make a Witch, Make a Goblin...
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allcatsconstitutethesamefamily : From Make a Witch, Make a Goblin by Arnold Dobrin.
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Blizzard is working to shorten Diablo IV beta queue times
47Engadget / 10h
It’s safe to say Diablo IV’s early access weekend hasn’t gone as smoothly as Blizzard likely hoped it would. Shortly after the beta went live on Friday, many players found themselves in lengthy login queues. In my case, I had to wait nearly two hours before I got a chance to play the game, only to be quickly disconnected after about 15 minutes. Blizzard addressed the issue after players took to s
Let’s talk about succession plans
TechCrunch / 10h
Welcome to Startups Weekly, a nuanced take on this week’s startup news and trends by Senior Reporter and Equity co-host Natasha Mascarenhas. To get this in your inbox, subscribe here . Maybe it’s the fact that “Succession” is back next week, or maybe it’s the fact that Silicon Valley just experienced its first banking crisis, but I want to talk about the line of descent in startups. As I write in
The 18 best small cruise ships sailing the world
The Points Guy / 10h
In a world where gigantic megaships draw all the attention, I’ve always found small ships to be the best. I’ve sailed on more than 125 cruise ships of all sizes, but my favorites have never been the big “floating resorts.” I’m drawn to the intimacy and instant community that develops between a small number of passengers and crew cruising together. I enjoy the serenity of small-ship cruising, with
How To Repurpose Your Old Tablet Into A Digital Picture Frame
SlashGear / 10h
Buying a digital picture frame is one way of displaying photos conveniently, but any old tablet lying around can also be repurposed into a picture frame.
Chase Ink Business Cash Review: 90K Bonus & 5x Points
One Mile at a Time / 11h
Link: Apply now for the Ink Business Cash® Credit Card with 90,000 points ($900 cash back) There are lots of businesses that leave rewards on the table by not using the most rewarding business credit cards . In this post I wanted to take an in-depth look at the Ink Business Cash® Credit Card — this is a credit that I personally have , and it’s one that I love. Of Chase’s excellent collection of I
This Week in Apps: AI-powered productivity apps, US weighs TikTok ban, SVB crash boosts crypto apps
20TechCrunch / 11h
Welcome back to This Week in Apps, the weekly TechCrunch series that recaps the latest in mobile OS news, mobile applications and the overall app economy. The app economy in 2023 hit a few snags as consumer spending last year dropped for the first time by 2% to $167 billion , according to data.ai’s “State of Mobile” report. However, downloads are continuing to grow, up 11% year over year in 2022
The 15 new airport lounges we can’t wait to enjoy in 2023
The Points Guy / 11h
2023 is poised to be another blockbuster year for airport lounges. Airlines and credit card issuers have been busy building new lounges and renovating existing ones in order to meet the unprecedented demand from flyers looking for a (quiet) space to relax before their flights. As more and more lounge-eligible travelers take to the skies, we’ve seen lounges add new access restrictions to combat ov
Founders, don’t put all your cash in one basket
41TechCrunch / 11h
W elcome to the TechCrunch Exchange, a weekly startups-and-markets newsletter. It’s inspired by the daily TechCrunch+ column where it gets its name. Want it in your inbox every Saturday? Sign up here . It’s too early to fully anticipate all of the consequences of Silicon Valley Bank’s collapse . But there is one prediction I am ready to make: Bank diversification is going to be a much higher prio
What We're Playing: All of the 'Villainous' Board Games
How-To Geek / 11h
I remember passing by Disney Villainous on the shelf so many times when I was shopping for a new board game. For whatever reason, the game never seemed super appealing to me. That is, until I got the chance to review Star Wars Villainous. Then, I went out and bought all of the Villainous board games. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
The Best Smart Sprinkler Controllers
How-To Geek / 11h
In-ground sprinkler systems require some work and water to keep your lawn or garden looking lush and luxuriant green all year long. With a smart sprinkler controller, you can achieve this while minimizing waste; a huge plus if you live in areas prone to drought or if you care about sustainability. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Polestar 2: How To Reboot Center Display
SlashGear / 11h
The Polestar 2 is filled to the brim with advanced tech, which means sometimes there's glitches. However, there is a way to reset first if you're having issues.
Jack Champion’s Supernatural Fandom | First Fandoms
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This New Delivery Drone Could Be Our Adorable, Awesome Future
67Futurism / 11h
Most delivery drones look like droids too dumb for Star Wars, or dystopian gnats people want to shoot from the sky — until now. Meet Zipline, the adorable, Jetson-esque delivery drone of your dreams, as debuted today in a series of Tweets on Twitter by its founder. Watch this: 4/ The first innovation is the delivery droid, enabling us to safely deliver into small, protected, (often cluttered!) en
NASA’s AIM spacecraft goes silent after a 15-year run studying the Earth’s oldest clouds
99Engadget / 11h
After 15 years in space, NASA’s AIM mission is ending. In a brief blog post spotted by Gizmodo , the agency said Thursday it was ending operational support for the spacecraft due to a battery power failure. NASA first noticed issues with AIM’s battery in 2019, but the probe was still sending a “significant amount of data” back to Earth. Following another recent decline in battery power, NASA says
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publicdomainreview: How do cats always land on their feet?...
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publicdomainreview : How do cats always land on their feet? Scientists believed they use the dropper’s hand as a fulcrum until these images, captured at 12 frames per second, debunked that in 1894. More on the Falling Cat Problem here: https://publicdomainreview.org/collection/photographs-of-a-falling-cat-1894
thekimonogallery:majomajo17: Hidetoshi Mito Hidetoshi...
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thekimonogallery : majomajo17 : Hidetoshi Mito Hidetoshi Mito is a contemporary artist who lives in Tokyo, Japan
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themacabrenbold: 19th century walking stick, topped with a...
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themacabrenbold : 19th century walking stick, topped with a cat wearing goggles
thekimonogallery: By Japanese artist Ryohei Matsumoto
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thekimonogallery : By Japanese artist Ryohei Matsumoto
From our stacks: Illustration from The Cat: Being a Record of the Endearments and Invectives Lavished by Many Writers U...
Music, Arts & Literature / 12h
From our stacks: Illustration from The Cat: Being a Record of the Endearments and Invectives Lavished by Many Writers Upon an Animal Much Loved and Much Abhorred. Collected, Translated and Arranged by Agnes Repplier. With Illustrations by Elisabeth F. Bonsall. New York: Sturgis & Walton Company, 1913.
Does The Empty Plane Seat Next To You Belong To You? [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 12h
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 ...
Spend less for more fun: 9 attractions and destinations kids can visit for free
The Points Guy / 12h
Not to be the bearer of bad news, but travel isn’t getting any cheaper. Hotel costs are on the rise , last summer saw some of the highest month-over-month airfare price jumps in history and many travelers are adjusting their spring break travel plans to save money. Throw a few kids in the mix and your vacation costs can quickly grow out of control faster than your kids grow out of their shoes. Ev
Open Channel: What Is Your Favorite Lance Reddick Role?
Gizmodo / 12h
After news of Lance Reddick’s passing yesterday, March 17, many fans, actors, and colleagues took to social media to express their sadness. The actor was well-known for his massive body of work, which included roles in the John Wick franchise, a long-running stint on Fringe , and guest appearances on a multitude of… Read more...
What Your TPMS Light Means And What To Do About It
SlashGear / 12h
Congress mandated that all passenger vehicles (under 10,000 pounds) must be equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
The Incredibly Useful Nintendo Switch Accessories Anyone Can 3D Print
SlashGear / 12h
If you want some truly unique Nintendo Switch accessories, and also happen to have access to a 3D printer, there are some wild blueprints out there.
9 Things Xbox Series X Can Do That The PlayStation 5 Can't
SlashGear / 12h
The console wars continue to this day between Xbox and PlayStation, but we have a list of 9 things the Xbox can do that its competitor can't.
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