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Doom Patrol Writer Rachel Pollack Has Died at 77
500+Gizmodo / 15h
Comic book writer Rachel Pollack has passed away at the age of 77 years old. Her wife, Judith Zoe Mateen, shared the news on Friday via her own personal Facebook . Pollack’s passing comes after she was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma in July 2022, and moved to hospice care this past March. Read more...
Your Weather App Is Spying on You, Here’s What to Do
68How-To Geek / 19h
You look at your weather app to check for rain and scan the radar, not to be on somebody’s radar. But millions of people use weather apps that track them and violate their privacy. Here’s why it matters and what to do about it. Read This Article on How-To Geek ›
12 Major Motorcycle Brands Ranked Worst To Best
SlashGear / 6h
There are many factors that can inform your decision to buy a specific brand of motorcycle. Here are 12 major motorcycle brands ranked worst to best.
The 5 Best ChatGPT Apps For Android
SlashGear / 49min
Android phone applications are also rolling hot out, infused with the generative AI of ChatGPT. These five are some of the best.
Learn how to use ChatGPT with this heavily discounted AI course bundle
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR : The Complete ChatGPT Artificial Intelligence OpenAI Training Bundle is on sale for £16.23, saving you 98% on list price. The existence and soaring popularity of ChatGPT have made many of us both fascinated and a little scared. The chatbot tool developed by OpenAI, which is touted for its ability to answer anything and everything at impressive speeds, is frankly intimidating and causes anx
How to watch the Monte-Carlo Masters 2023 online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Prime Video is hosting the Monte-Carlo Masters 2023 from April 9-16. You can watch for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime. We weren't necessarily expecting this, but Prime Video has become the top spot to watch tennis in 2023. Prime members can enjoy exclusive access to the ATP Tour and WTA Tour this year. Dedicated tennis fans who want to watch absolutely everything should seriously
Worried about AI and ChatGPT taking your job? You're not alone...
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Just days after a report from Goldman Sachs saying that 300 million jobs could be at risk of being replaced by so-called generative AI tools such as ChatGPT or solutions from Google or Microsoft (and others), data collected by TechRadar Pro shows that search around jobs most at risk of being replaced by artificial intelligence has increased by an order of magnitude since November 2022 when ChatGP
Justin Timberlake's Car Collection Isn't What You'd Expect From A Pop Superstar
SlashGear / 4h
Timberlake's car collection is all over the place. If you look closely, you'll find some hidden gems, but it isn't what you'd expect from a pop superstar.
Do You Know The Meaning Of These 5 Famous Car Badges?
SlashGear / 5h
A small bit of digging will tell you the history behind some of the storied badges on your favorite cars.
5 Tools To Convert JPG To PDF On Any Device
SlashGear / 5h
If you have an image, scan, or screenshot you need to quickly send as a PDF, there are plenty of JPG-PDF conversion sites and apps that can help.
Capital One Venture X credit card review: Luxury perks for a reasonable annual fee
The Points Guy / 5h
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information and offers. Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card overview The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card is the issuer’s first foray into the world of premium travel rewards cards and knocks it out of the park. With an annual fee that undercuts the competition and plentiful perks that are easy to understand, the card is nearly a n
22 new Hyatt hotels where you can get 500 extra points per night
400+The Points Guy / 5h
Editor’s note: We’ve updated this post with new hotels where you can earn 500 extra points per night. I stayed at the Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton in South Africa shortly after it opened in early 2022. However, when I checked my account activity after my stay, I earned far more points than expected. Looking at the details, I noticed an “opening bonus” of 2,000 points. Then, I remembered that
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Music, Arts & Literature / 6h
zoomar : cosmonautroger : London night by night.
huariqueje:Snap in the studio - Josep M. Fontanet ,...
Music, Arts & Literature / 8h
huariqueje : Snap in the studio - Josep M. Fontanet , 2021. Catalan, b. 1955 - Oil on canvas , 46 x 38 cm,
huariqueje: Charleston drawing room, - Vanessa Bell ,...
Music, Arts & Literature / 8h
huariqueje : Charleston drawing room, - Vanessa Bell , 1945. British, 1879-1961 Oil on board laid on panel , 24 x 20 in.
5 Smart Plug Tips That Could Save You A Ton Of Money
SlashGear / 8h
Smart plugs are one of the cheapest ways to convert your living space into a smart home, and they can also save you some money if you use them properly.
Twitter removes 'US state-affiliated media' label from NPR account
Engadget / 8h
Twitter has removed a label that designated NPR as a “ US state-affiliated ” media outlet mere days after first applying the label earlier this week. As of Saturday, the company now lists the public broadcaster as a “government funded” organization. NPR tech reporter Bobby Allyn was the first to report on the change. He said Elon Musk told him Twitter would apply the “government funded” designati
Why Leaked Pentagon Documents Are Still Circulating on Twitter and Discord
200+NYT > Technology / 8h
Twitter and the social media platform Discord have policies about how they would handle the material. But those rules have gray areas and can be unevenly enforced.
'Quordle' today: Here are the answers and hints for April 9
Mashable / 8h
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
Tragic killing in SF, Twitter sends dogecoin soaring, and Android gains an account deletion option
44TechCrunch / 9h
It’s that time of the week, folks: Week in Review (WiR) time. If you’re new to WiR, it’s the newsletter where TechCrunch recaps the week in tech that was. We get it — you’re a busy person. We all are. So what better way to catch up on what’s happened than in a summarized, bullet-point form? We can’t think of one — and trust us, we’ve tried. If you haven’t already, please subscribe to WiR so that
Your Google Pixel 6 Just Got a Big Camera Improvement
How-To Geek / 9h
When Google announced the March Pixel feature drop, it had several improvements in the camera department. However, not all those immediately arrived for the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro, but a new Google Camera app update rolling out now enabled the changes. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Tesla Teases Upcoming Compact EV and Two Other Models
How-To Geek / 9h
Tesla is looking ahead to the future and planning several new products. And while we’ve known for a while that an affordable compact EV is in the works, the company’s latest “Master Plan Part 3” whitepaper revealed more details about three new models. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
Best Buy Will Recycle Your Electronics Through the Mail
How-To Geek / 9h
When you need to get rid of old electronics, a trip to Best Buy is usually the smartest option. Best Buy lets you drop off old electronics for recycling at any of its stores. But what if you don’t feel like leaving home? Well, Best Buy will now accept your junk by mail. Read This Article on Review Geek ›
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'Wordle' today: Here's the answer, hints for April 9
Mashable / 9h
Sundays are for relaxation, rejuvenation, and, of course, Wordle ! Get cozy and prepare to unravel the mystery of today's linguistic puzzle. If you prefer to just be told the answer, you can scroll to the end of this article for April 6's Wordle solution to be revealed. But if you'd rather work through it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. Where did Wordle
Marriott Tried To Recognize Lifetime Loyalty Achievements Of Customers But Fumbled In A Basic Way
View from the Wing / 9h
Back in the fall Marriott launched its lifetime status website. It features a thank you video from Marriott CEO Anthony Capuano and a couple of appearances from Senior Vice President of Loyalty, David Flueck. And it contains a number of statistics from your account. The website also lets you order a set of lifetime Platinum (or lifetime Titanium) luggage tags. Continue reading ...
The 12 Cheapest New Cars You Can Buy Right Now (April 2023)
SlashGear / 9h
Rather than shelling out the big bucks for a top-dollar ride, these models offer great value and efficiency for those on a budget.
How To Clear Cache On The Facebook App
SlashGear / 9h
Is your phone or tablet's storage getting a bit too crowded? If so, you can free up some space by deleting the Facebook app's cached content.
Disney is bringing ‘Star Wars: Return of the Jedi’ back to theaters on April 28th
Engadget / 9h
Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi is heading back to theaters. At its Star Wars Celebrations event in London, Disney announced today it would rerelease the classic film in cinemas in the US, UK and other parts of the world on April 28th. The theatrical rerun will give Star Wars fans the chance to celebrate the movie ahead of its 40th anniversary on May 25th. Star Wars #ReturnoftheJedi is
Weekly Review: April 08, 2023
One Mile at a Time / 9h
I hope everyone is having a great weekend! I’m at home with family for the long weekend, though am preparing for my next international adventure later this month. I should be caught up on my current trip reports by then. On the points & travel front, this week Icelandair ordered A321XLRs, EgyptAir announced Newark flights, American AAdvantage introduced dynamic award pricing, Air France and KLM a
maisouestlechat:Pablo Picasso Crazy Woman with Cats 1901
Music, Arts & Literature / 10h
maisouestlechat : Pablo Picasso Crazy Woman with Cats 1901
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browsethestacks : Wonder Woman Art by Steve Rude
Super Mario Bros. Music Video is a Reminder of Jack Black's Greatness
200+Gizmodo / 10h
The Super Mario Bros. Movie is out this week, and while it’s garnered a mixed response , there’s one generally agreed upon high point: Jack Black’s Bowser . Black has always been a reliably funny actor, and the movie reportedly takes advantage of that, along with his very good singing voice. Read more...
Secrets fans learned about 'Ahsoka' at its Star Wars Celebration panel
Mashable / 10h
Ahsoka is officially the next Disney+ series coming to excite Star Wars fans everywhere. The character, created by Dave Filoni and named by George Lucas 15 years ago, became a formidable, heart-warming, and heroic presence in the animated Clone Wars TV and film series, and she's been woven into other animated Star Wars offerings as well. Now, following a brand new trailer for the live-action seri
'Halo Infinite' creative head Joseph Staten is leaving Microsoft
Engadget / 11h
Joseph Staten, one of the creatives most closely associated with the Halo franchise, is leaving Microsoft. News of the departure was first reported on Friday by IGN . “We’re grateful for Joseph’s contributions to the Halo franchise and Xbox as a whole," Microsoft told the outlet. “We wish him all the best in his new adventure.” Staten later confirmed the news that same day. "Hey folks, I am indee
OnlyFans Actress Filmed Sex Act at Ancient Colombian Landmark, Sparking Outrage
Gizmodo / 11h
Colombian OnlyFans actress Katty Blake has become national news in the Latin American country after she posted a video of herself performing oral sex at the Rock of Guatapé, a 721-foot-high (220 meters) batholith that is considered a national landmark. Now, her and her partner may face legal trouble. Read more...
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catsofyore : ALT Pearl Perry and beautiful shoulder pal. Source .
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allcatsconstitutethesamefamily : Source details and larger version . They’ve had many lives and many ages: cats I’ve met in my time travels .
yesterdaysprint:The Minneapolis Star, Minnesota, March 29, 1938
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
yesterdaysprint : The Minneapolis Star, Minnesota, March 29, 1938
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ratajota : ngl i’m amazed of how this commission came out ⭐️ want to commission me? slots are open!
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catsofyore : ALT One of my favorites from my collection. A luminous little angel from the 1960s.
swtfrmx: Missionary being eaten by a jaguar (by Noé León,...
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swtfrmx : Missionary being eaten by a jaguar (by Noé León, 1907)
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catsofyore : ALT What a FACE. 1968. Source .
allcatsconstitutethesamefamily: From the Massachusetts Society...
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
allcatsconstitutethesamefamily : From the Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals’ Our Dumb Animals magazine, 1938. 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
The Top 5 Best Ferrari Liveries Ever, Ranked
SlashGear / 11h
While Ferraris are usually associated with the brand's classic red, there have been some particularly unique liveries over the years that will turn heads, too.
Not Every Franchise Is Worth Reviving
100+Gizmodo / 11h
Nostalgia has long been an important part of the creative industry, particularly as it relates to film and TV. There’s so many reboots and revivals these days you could fill a modest paperback, but not all of them are created equal. And by that same token, they’re not announced and received equally, either. Read more...
Should You Keep Going Back To The Same Places Or Take Trips Somewhere New?
View from the Wing / 11h
I was skewing more towards the familiar after spending over a year inside the U.S., and as more and more countries opened up. I felt like I needed to return to places I'd been - it had been longer than it might otherwise have been. I needed to visit family I hadn't seen, revisit the familiar places I loved to eat and experience. If you haven't been to a place in years it feels more new, and you a
We’re still talking about Y Combinator valuations
TechCrunch / 12h
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 . Y Combinator’s new era, with smaller batches, a refocus only on early-stage investing and a new chief executive, is in full swing. As The TechCrunch team sat through hundreds of startup pitches during YC’s biannual
Star Wars Has More Tales of the Jedi on the Way
100+Gizmodo / 12h
The Jedi are coming back, and yes, we will hear more of their tales. During the 15th anniversary panel for Star Wars: The Clone Wars at Star Wars 2023 Celebration , Dave Filoni revealed that a second season of the animated Tales of the Jedi series was on the horizon. The debut season was officially announced at last… Read more...
The Tampa Edition is a luxurious new addition to the Gulf Coast’s hotel scene
The Points Guy / 12h
Florida ‘s Gulf Coast has no shortage of hotels where you can earn and redeem points. You’ll find everything from cheap and cheerful Hilton Garden Inns to more refined options from the Autograph Collection by Marriott. However, the wide range of accommodation options in Tampa used to lack any true standout properties … until now. In September 2022, the city’s hotel scene changed when Marriott ope
Twitter's Sudden Substack Block Has Suspicious Timing
SlashGear / 12h
With the introduction of Twitter-competitve Notes, Substack writers can produce quick updates rather than full-scale newsletters.
SpaceX will conduct a Starship launch rehearsal next week
Engadget / 12h
SpaceX could conduct Starship’s first orbital flight test as early as the week after next. On Thursday, the private space firm tweeted new photos of the super heavy-lift rocket at its Boca Chica facility in Texas. “Starship fully stacked at Starbase,” SpaceX said of the images. “Team is working towards a launch rehearsal next week followed by Starship’s first integrated flight test ~week later pe
Star Wars Celebration Cosplay Eurotrip!
Gizmodo / 12h
Star Wars Celebration is upon us, over the pond this year but the fandom rises to the occasion. Read more...
Never Store These Items on a Windowsill
Lifehacker / 12h
Keeping your home tidy and organized is a chore regardless of where you reside, but it poses a particular challenge to those living in smaller spaces. While people with larger houses may have spare closets or even entire rooms to dedicate to storage, the rest of us have to get creative when it comes to
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