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Electrifying Your Home Is About to Get a Lot Cheaper


300+Wired / 6h
Rebates from the Inflation Reduction Act could help households save thousands on heat pumps, weatherstripping, and other efficiency upgrades.


The spectacular downfall of a common, useless cold medicine
100+Ars Technica - All content / 4h
Enlarge / A box of Sudafed PE sinus pressure and pain medicine containing phenylephrine is displayed for sale in a CVS Pharmacy store in Hawthorne, California, on September 12, 2023. (credit: Getty | PATRICK T. FALLON ) After spending decades on pharmacy shelves, the leading nasal decongestant in over-the-counter cold and allergy medicines has met its downfall. Advisers for the Food and Drug Admi


Getting Approved For Chase 100,000 Point Offer Despite Being Over “5/24”
View from the Wing / 18min
Traditionally, Chase hasn't been willing to approve customers for new cards who have opened 5 or more new card accounts in the past 24 months. This is referred to as "5/24." However recently there are reports of new card offers from Chase where people do get approved despite being over this limit. Continue reading ...



Nvidia's RTX 4070 GPUs Are Dropping in Price
How-To Geek / now
Nvidia's RTX 4000 GPUs are among the best graphics cards your money can buy, but AMD's new lineup of RX 7000 graphics cards are putting some amount of pressure on Nvidia. The latest models to arrive, the RX 7800 XT and the RX 7700 XT , are particularly problematic for the chipmaker, since they're putting some serious competition performance-wise on one of Nvidia's most popular cards, the RTX 4070


Spider-Man 2's Team Dives Deep Into Origins, Villains, Multiverse, Venom and More
Gizmodo / 10min
“I would love to be able to talk about that,” Ben Arfmann, the Narrative Director of Spider-Man 2 tells me in the most apologetic, sincere way after a particularly spoilery, forward-looking question. “ We love this game . Are so excited about this game. I’m really hoping that fans love it in the same way that we do. And… Read more...


Secret Book Of The Arts
Music, Arts & Literature / 10min
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These Are My Favorite Mind-Mapping Templates for Studying
Lifehacker / 17min
Mind-mapping is beneficial for productivity in your daily tasks, but it’s also a technique that is widely used for studying. A mind map isn’t just a diagram that lays out tasks, but a visualization of how ideas connect to one another. Here’s what you need to know when using one for studying and where you can find the… Read more...


How to get your maximum VAT refund when traveling abroad
59The Points Guy / 20min
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. While a European vacation is undoubtedly an unforgettable experience, it can be expensive. That’s why savvy travelers have various strategies in place to save money on flights, hotels and rental cars (hopefully by reading some of TPG’s great money-saving advice ). One of the most overlooked ways travelers


Capital One Venture Rewards vs. Capital One Venture X: Is it worth paying an extra $300 for more travel perks?
The Points Guy / 20min
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card provides great value to occasional travelers who want to maximize their miles-earning. The $95-annual-fee (see rates and fees ) card earns 2 miles per dollar on all purchases, plus offers a Global Entry/TSA PreCheck credit (up to $100). Its flashier sibling, the


Elon Musk Says Neuralink Tests Only on Terminally Ill Monkeys
Futurism / 23min
Elon Musk: billionaire, CEO, and master of spin. The SpaceX and Tesla CEO took to Twitter-formerly-X — a platform that the billionaire also owns, having purchased it for $44 billion back in 2022 — over the weekend to defend his brain chip company, Neuralink, against animal abuse claims. Ever the logician, Musk is now claiming that contrary to media reporting and a federal investigation , Neuralin


Meta denies claims that it plans on ruining WhatsApp with ads
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 33min
Meta released a statement defending itself against accusations that it was planning on inserting in-feed ads into WhatsApp. The report, which came from the Financial Times , claimed that various teams at WhatsApp’s parent company Meta had been evaluating the option of showing ads in conversation lists with contacts on the app’s homescreen. In response, Meta released its own statement that it hasn


Review: Lufthansa Business Class A319 (FRA-MUC)
25One Mile at a Time / 34min
After an amazing time in Germany with my parents , it was time to start the journey back home. While we all flew back on the same transatlantic flight (in Lufthansa’s A380 first class from Munich to Boston ), I made a little detour on our return trip, starting with flying Lufthansa’s A319 business class from Frankfurt to Munich. In this post I wanted to review the short business class flight from


Bose Just Revealed Ultra-Premium Headphones And Earbuds
How-To Geek / 36min
You have plenty of options as far as ultra-premium audio goes. Sony and Bose, however, are the two top names that most frequently come up. The Sony WF-1000XM5 are some of the best wireless earbuds your money can buy, with world-class ANC and excellent audio quality. But they're also frequently compared to the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II , which are pretty good as well. With new headphones and ea


Ig Nobel Prizes for Unusual Science Feature Fossil Lickers, ‘Stanford Toilet’, and Corpse Nose Hairs
Gizmodo / 40min
The 33rd annual Ig Nobel Prizes in improbable research that make people “LAUGH, then THINK,” according to its website , were revealed this week. The awards are produced by the Annals of Improbable Research magazine. Read more...


Blackmagic finally goes full-frame with 6K video camera that has Sony-rivaling features
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 40min
Blackmagic is hugely popular name in the video industry and with good reason, as it makes some of the best video cameras for pros, at competitive prices. Now the new Blackmagic Cinema Camera 6K, marks two exciting firsts for the company; it uses a full-frame sensor and L-Mount lenses. Design-wise, the Cinema Camera 6K looks a lot like the existing Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K and other Pock


Wizardry remaster keeps Apple II vibes but adds graphics and modern graces
Ars Technica - All content / 43min
Enlarge / Gotta say, this looks like a lot more than 3 points of damage. (credit: Digital Eclipse) The original Wizardry , started by a Cornell University student in 1978 and released in 1981, was a mostly text-based affair, with just enough primitive Applesoft BASIC graphics to hint at what was happening. It was published by a newly formed Sir-Tech software, with just enough polish to stand out


smdh: New Unicode 15.1 emoji include nodding/shaking heads, “edible mushroom”
Ars Technica - All content / 43min
Enlarge / Examples of new and modified emoji in Unicode 15.1. (credit: Emojipedia ) The Unicode Consortium has finalized version 15.1 of the Unicode standard this week. Although Unicode is used to display tens of thousands of characters in languages used worldwide, the headlining change to any new version is usually about new emoji additions. As implied by the version number, version 15.1 is a mi


How Google Authenticator made one company’s network breach much, much worse
Ars Technica - All content / 43min
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images ) A security company is calling out a feature in Google’s authenticator app that it says made a recent internal network breach much worse. Retool, which helps customers secure their software development platforms, made the criticism on Wednesday in a post disclosing a compromise of its customer support system. The breach gave the attackers responsible access to the a


Social media restrictions “profoundly damaging,” Biden admin tells SCOTUS
Ars Technica - All content / 43min
Enlarge (credit: Kevin Dietsch / Staff | Getty Images North America ) In July, a federal judge issued an order limiting the Biden administration's social media contacts over Republicans' concerns that officials illegally suppressed speech. That order was mostly overturned last week, and now, US Solicitor General Elizabeth B. Prelogar has rushed to ask the Supreme Court to reevaluate one of the or


You Call That a Metaverse? Meta Brings Horizon Worlds to Mobile and Desktop.
Gizmodo / 46min
After two years, Meta has opened its Horizon Worlds metaverse video game up to users on phones and web browsers. The company announced Thursday that Horizon Worlds is no longer limited to users who shell out for one of the company’s expensive VR headsets . The expansion starts with Meta’s Super Rumble shooting game,… Read more...


Answering AI’s biggest questions requires an interdisciplinary approach
TechCrunch / 48min
Ethical AI requires a deep understanding of what there is, what we want, what we think we know, and how intelligence unfolds.


TechCrunch+ Roundup: New life for old B2B leads, LatAm VC survey, treasury management basics
TechCrunch / 48min
It’s shaping up to be a very busy week, so we’ll be back on Friday, September 22 with a new TC+ Roundup.



Apple will release software update to address iPhone 12 radiation concerns
Engadget / 49min
Apple is prepping a software update to address alleged radiation concerns regarding the three-year-old iPhone 12s after French regulators alleged that the phone exceeds proper radiation levels. France stopped selling the smartphones after recommendations from the country’s radiation watchdog (ANFR), but Cupertino denies the allegations and seems to place the onus on the European nation’s testing


Take a Stroll Through a New, AI Red Light District
Gizmodo / 52min
AWA—Artists, Writers, and Artisans—a fully creator-owned company, has given io9 the exclusive first look at the opening pages of Red Light, a capitalist, neon-noir cyber-future erotic thriller. Penned by writer Sarah Cho and illustrated by Priscilla Petraites, this four-part comic follows Lacy—an advanced AI sexbot … Read more...


"He Has His Apocalyptic Moods" Walter Isaacson on Elon Musk
Gizmodo / 52min
If he wasn’t known for running EV car maker Tesla, Elon Musk would still be known for SpaceX, his spacecraft and satellite company with Martian ambitions. Or for Neuralink, a company working on developing implantable brain–computer interfaces. Or for X.AI, the latest entry in the artificial intelligence arms race. Or,… Read more...


The Out-of-Touch Adults’ Guide to Kid Culture: What’s the Deal With Smurf Cat?
Lifehacker / 52min
Things are getting surreal in popular culture this week. There’s a weird blue smurf/cat chimera that suddenly appeared everywhere all at once, a hugely popular TikToker who’s whole thing is making sure faucets work correctly, and a newly discovered universal trait among men: thinking about the Roman Empire. Read more...


Pitch Deck Teardown: Learn.xyz’s $3M seed deck
TechCrunch / 55min
There's a lot to love about this cute, animated pitch deck, except one thing.


Google's Emoji Kitchen is Not Just On Your Keyboard Now
How-To Geek / 58min
Emoji are great, but you only really have a few thousand of them until they run out. You do get new emoji every year, but why stick with the defaults? Google thought of a great idea a long time ago — what if you could merge two emoji together and use them as stickers on apps? This is exactly the concept that drives the Emoji Kitchen , a project Google is really, really committed to. Now, it's not


You’ve never had an all-inclusive experience like Grand Velas Los Cabos
The Points Guy / 1h
[circuit type=review circuit_id=”8832″] While there are dozens and dozens of resorts in Los Cabos , frequent visitors might be jealous to hear that you’re staying at Grand Velas Los Cabos, a truly luxurious all-inclusive resort that is considered by many to be the pinnacle of Mexico’s all-inclusive offerings. Velas Resorts — sister properties that dot popular beaches across Mexico — have long bee


Amazon Prime members can save 61 percent on a Blink camera bundle
Engadget / 1h
Amazon Prime members can save big on security cameras today. The retailer has a bundle including the Blink Video Doorbell and three Blink Outdoor 4 security cameras for 61 percent off. Usually $424.95, you can pick up the four-camera collection for $164.98. You can connect the Blink Video Doorbell to your existing in-home chime or use it wirelessly. The device records in 1080p during the day and


Venture X Business: 10 Reasons To Apply
One Mile at a Time / 1h
Link: Apply now for the Capital One Venture X Business ( Rates & Fees ) We’ve just seen online applications open for the Capital One Venture X Business , which is Capital One’s new business card. While I’ve written a detailed review of this card , in this post I wanted to share 10 reasons that this business card should be in your wallet. While the $395 annual fee might sound high at first, the pe


Here's How Fast the iPhone 15 Pro Really Is
Lifehacker / 1h
The iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max aren’t even out yet: If you preorder one today , you might not even see it until October . Lucky for us, though, we don’t need to wait until we get the new Pros in-hand to know how fast they really are. Read more...


How much faster is the iPhone 15 Pro? Not as fast as you might think.
Mashable / 1h
If you want to upgrade your iPhone for a significant speed boost, the new iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max may not impress you much. Both the iPhone 15 Pro and the iPhone 15 Pro Max run on the new A17 Pro chip. The new chip is an upgrade from the A16 Bionic, which is used in the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max , and the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus. But Geekbench, a platform that measures CPU pro


Amazon Is Rolling Out Better Search Features
How-To Geek / 1h
Amazon is doing a lot these days, but first and foremost, it has always been an online retailer. The platform is the go-to spot for buying basically anything you want and having it delivered to your doorstep, though there is an awful lot of junk and scams . Now, Amazon is trying to make it easier to find what you're looking for, with improvements to product searching.


Facebook's VR Headset Not Selling, Literally Giving It Away
Futurism / 1h
Give It Up Last fall, Meta-formerly-Facebook unveiled its Meta Quest Pro, a long-rumored, higher-end follow-up to the company's best-selling Quest 2 VR headset. The sleek device, which initially went on sale for an eye-watering $1,500, has really struggled to catch on since then, just as we predicted at the time . And now, as Mixed Reality News reports , Meta is literally resorting to giving them


Stay juiced up on the go with Anker charger deals at Amazon
Mashable / 1h
Whether you're traveling, going to a festival, or just heading to a day at work, a portable power bank gives you the peace of mind that comes with preparation. If you've been looking to snag one of these useful devices, take a peek at these Anker deals at Amazon as of September 15. Best Anker Deals at Amazon Best portable charger for iPhone 13/14 Series Our pick: Anker portable charger (iPhone 13


Google says it can’t fix Pixel Watches, please just buy a new one
Ars Technica - All content / 1h
Enlarge / The Pixel Watch. It's a round little pebble. (credit: Ron Amadeo) Google makes a big deal out of its partnership with iFixit and the availability of replacement parts for its products, but one Google product that doesn't seem fixable is the Pixel Watch. After spotting some posts from Pixel Watch users seeking a remedy after cracking the glass and coming up with no clear answers, The Ver


Marvel's Werewolf By Night Will See New Life, In Color
Gizmodo / 1h
One of the bright spots in recent Marvel memory is about to get brighter. A lot brighter. Werewolf by Night, Marvel Studios’ black and white Disney+ special presentation directed by Oscar-winner Michael Giacchino , is going to be re-released in full color just in time for Halloween. Read more...


The Steam Deck returns to an all-time low, plus the rest of the week's best tech deals
Engadget / 1h
Apple may have dominated this week's tech news cycle, but our featured tech deal of the week comes courtesy of Valve: The company has discounted its Steam Deck handheld by up to 20 percent, matching the all-time low for what we consider the best portable gaming PC for most people. Elsewhere, the Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 5 is $200 off with $50 gift card, several Anker accessories are cheaper than u


Windows 11 screenshots are going to be even better as Microsoft turbo-charges Snipping Tool and Photos app
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Windows 11 is about to get a drastically-improved Snipping Tool and revised Photos app. The most exciting new features include the Snipping Tool allowing users to copy text straight from screenshots, and the Photos app getting features like the ability to blur the background of photos. This news has come from Windows Insider users (members of the official Microsoft community, the Windows Insider


Google announces a decade of Chromebook updates to help devices last longer
Mashable / 1h
Google's Chromebooks — a favorite tech option for schools and educators — are getting a lifespan extension, as Google announces new automatic updates intended to make the devices last up to a decade. Google calls the decade-long policy the longest commitment to maintaining a device among any operating system, and it represents a significant upgrade for a large portion of the affordable laptop off


Grab the new Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger to juice up your new smartwatch
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $8: The Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger is on sale for $21.99 at Woot! as of September 15. That's a discount of 24%. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Magnetic Fast Charger $21.99 at Amazon (save $8) If you pre-ordered the Apple Watch Series 9 or the new Apple Watch Ultra 2 , you're probably in the market for a new charger, too. Wouldn't want to lose out on using your new gad



Windows 11 Photos App Is Adding More Image Effects
How-To Geek / 1h
Microsoft finally gave Paint a much-needed makeover with the initial release of Windows 11, sporting a new modern interface and a few minor feature additions. The company has continued working on Paint since then, such as dark mode , as well as improvements to the other app for editing and viewing photos, simply called "Photos." Now another feature is on the way: background blur.


Five Questions to Ask Yourself Before Having a Threesome
Lifehacker / 1h
Threesomes are largely seen as a way to spice up a lagging, monogamous relationship, but sometimes they’re just a fun activity for a group of horny people and not a sign of the relationship’s impending doom. Like so many other sex acts, though, they don’t (usually) play out like they’re shown on Pornhub. That is to… Read more...


Make your life a little easier with $154 off a Shark robo-vacuum
Mashable / 1h
Overview Best deal overall Shark Matrix $399.99 at Best Buy (save $100 ) Best vacuum and mop combo deal Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 Robot Vacuum and Mop $549.99 at Best Buy (save $150) Best budget pick Shark ION $169.99 at Best Buy (save $80 ) Vacuuming is either something you love or hate, and if you're a pet owner, there's a good chance you fall into the latter category. (We totally get it!) After


Micro parks: The most exciting new trend in theme parks
The Points Guy / 1h
There’s a reason so many people refer to a theme park trip as a “once-in-a-lifetime vacation.” Unless you live in Florida or Southern California, you are likely hundreds of miles away from a major theme park. On top of the distance, there’s also budgeting, extensive planning and time away from work or school to consider. And if you’re looking for the first time at how much it really costs to go t


A faster, more productive Windows 11 is coming and Microsoft has given Insider members a preview
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
It looks like Windows 11 could finally get a fix to improve the performance of its File Explorer app, but at the moment this is only available to people who have signed up for the Windows Insider Program, Microsoft’s official community for trying out new Windows features currently being considered for future updates. The preview (named Windows 11 build 23545) is available in the Insider Program’s


Helldivers 2 has been delayed to February 2024
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Helldivers 2 has been delayed and will now launch on February 8, 2024, for PS5 and PC via Steam . Helldivers 2 is a third-person squad-based shooter and is a sequel to 2015's top-down game Helldivers , which was released for PS4 , PS3 , and PS Vita . The game was announced in May and originally set for a late 2023 release, but will now launch early next year instead. Developer Arrowhead Game Stud


Inside cabin vs. balcony room: Which cruise cabin category should you choose?
49The Points Guy / 2h
Many cruise planning decisions come down to cost — and which cabin you choose has one of the biggest impacts on your bottom line. If price is an issue, you’ll likely find yourself with the dilemma of whether to book an inside cabin or a balcony cabin. The choice isn’t always easy. For travelers cruising on a budget, a windowless inside cabin may be an excellent option. These cabins are the most e


Immortals of Aveum developer Ascendant Studios lays off almost half its staff
Engadget / 2h
Ascendant Studios, the developer of the first-person-shooter-but-with-magic title Immortals of Aveum , is laying off nearly half of its team only a few weeks after releasing the game. CEO Bret Robbins confirmed that the company would be letting go of around 45 percent of its workers. According to Polygon , which first reported the news, that's around 40 people. "This was a painfully difficult, bu


Don't Break Your Pixel Watch Screen, Google Won't Offer Parts to Replace It
Gizmodo / 2h
Don’t drop your Pixel Watch. Just don’t, because if you do, Google won’t offer any kind of help fixing it if your screen cracks or the watch breaks in any other way. Google has finally made it clear Pixel Watch users’ are on their own if they accidentally crack the screen on their Pixel Watch. Not only is there no… Read more...



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Apple isn’t perfect on environment isues, but it’s depressingly ahead of its peers
21Engadget / 2h
During its iPhone 15 event, Apple released a sketch where CEO Tim Cook and VP Lisa Jackson bragged about the company’s environmental goals with Octavia Spencer’s Mother Nature. It was a flex to help bolster the marketing around the Apple Watch 9, some versions of which are sold as carbon neutral. It’s the first product to carry the branding, but others will follow as Apple pushes toward its goal


What are karmic partners? The TikTok dating term explained.
Mashable / 2h
The term karmic partner sounds like something straight out of a romance film . You meet. You feel an instant, inexplicable connection. You feel like you’ve never met anyone like them before, but also like you’ve known them for your whole life. Already, you already can’t bear the thought of a minute apart from them. And you’re more in love than ever before. But after some time together, things sta


Score the Garmin epix GPS watch for its lowest price ever
Mashable / 2h
SAVE $200: As of September 15, the Garmin epix (Gen 2) GPS smartwatch is on sale for $699.99, down from $899.99, at Amazon, Best Buy, and Garmin. That's a discount of 22%. Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin epix (Gen 2) GPS smartwatch $699.99 at Best Buy Fitness tech lovers assemble! If you've been wanting to buy a premium smartwatch that gives you insight into your sleep patterns, train


Senate Probe Wants to Know Exactly What Elon Musk Did in Ukraine
20Gizmodo / 2h
Last week, it was reported that Elon Musk shut off access to SpaceX’s Starlink in Crimea last year , but following an outcry of condemnation, the source of the story issued a correction saying Musk was asked to turn on access but he had a policy against doing so already in place. U.S. Senators are now asking the… Read more...


Foundation Ends Season 2 With Vindication and Chaos
Gizmodo / 2h
In its pair of seasons, Apple TV+’s Foundation managed to craft an entertaining sci-fi series from Isaac Asimov’s long-thought-unadaptable stories . Season two improved on its predecessor by simplifying its timeline, emphasizing an urgent sense of pacing, and adding some surprising humor here and there. Read more...


Midea V12 Earns IFA Innovation Award with Its Bagless Technology
How-To Geek / 2h
In a world where smart technology continues to redefine convenience, the Midea V12 takes a prominent spot as a trailblazer in the realm of home cleaning. This groundbreaking robotic vacuum cleaner recently claimed the prestigious Innovation Award at IFA 2023, and it's easy to see why. With its revolutionary self-emptying and self-cleaning technology, versatile wet and dry cleaning capabilities, a


The Best Documentaries Currently Streaming on Netflix
Lifehacker / 2h
Documentaries have had a moment over the past few years, and it’s not surprising: In a world in which “facts” are as malleable as an editable Facebook post, docs offer a bit more stability. That’s not to say that everything committed to film represents absolute honesty, but when telling a story requires a team of… Read more...


I’m Increasingly Concerned About Air Traffic Control, And Grateful For Pilots
View from the Wing / 2h
The tower was willing to let planes depart, but more than one captain wasn't comfortable doing so in the face of missed approaches and windshear warnings. Continue reading ...


Lufthansa A380s Getting New Business Class… Eventually
100+One Mile at a Time / 2h
Lufthansa sure has made a 180 when it comes to its Airbus A380 plans… Lufthansa sees long term future for A380s At the beginning of the pandemic, Lufthansa grounded its fleet of Airbus A380s , and the intent was that these planes would be retired, and would only reenter service “in the event of an unexpectedly rapid market recovery.” With the strong recovery we’ve seen in transatlantic leisure de


Thousands of workers go on strike at Ford, GM, and Stellantis plants
Ars Technica - All content / 2h
Enlarge / The US auto workers' union announced the start of a strike at three factories just after midnight on Friday, September 15, as a deadline expired to reach a deal with employers on a new contract. (credit: Photo by MATTHEW HATCHER/AFP via Getty Images) Almost 13,000 workers are on strike at three US car factories today after a midnight deadline came and went without an agreement between t



Are Ryobi USB Lithium Power Tools Worth Buying?
How-To Geek / 2h
Home Depot's Ryobi brand of power tools is extremely popular and capable. DIY enthusiasts everywhere take advantage of these tools. The lineup has much to offer, but if you're looking for something more compact, convenient, and affordable, you'll want to check out Ryobi's USB Lithium platform.


Piece Comes Flying Off Cybertruck While Driving
49Futurism / 2h
Assembly Required As far as we're aware, a hubcap flying off while driving is not part of the Cybertruck's tech specs — and yet, as new video shows, that seems to be what happened to one not-so-lucky beta driver in California. The video in question shows a Tesla Cybertruck prototype moseying down what appears to be a San Francisco-area freeway when out of nowhere, the electric pickup's wheel cove


NASA Assigning a Director for UFO Research Is a Waste of Time
Gizmodo / 2h
NASA wrapped up a year-long investigation into hundreds of sightings of Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP), and its independent study team released a 36-page report that was largely inconclusive. The space agency is not letting up, however, assigning a director of research into the unidentified phenomena and… Read more...


Amex Offers with Marriott: Save up to $200 on your next hotel stay
500+The Points Guy / 2h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. One of the best options for saving money and earning some bonus points on a wide variety of purchases is taking advantage of offers on American Express credit cards . And if you have a Marriott Bonvoy stay coming up, be sure to check your Amex Offers across your different cards. You may be targeted for an


The first-ever party-based RPG is getting a serious facelift
40Engadget / 2h
Wizardry took the gaming world by storm when it was released for the Apple II back in, gulp, 1981, and now it’s coming back to enthrall new generations of RPG fans. Developer Digital Eclipse is remaking the turn-based title, which is now called Wizardry: Proving Grounds of the Mad Overlord . The remake is a modernized version of the 1981 RPG and its built right on top of the original Apple II cod


Virgin Galactic Flight Carries Precious Hominin Fossils to Space’s Edge, Sparking Controversy
36Gizmodo / 2h
In a move that is garnering considerable criticism from the scientific community, a recent Virgin Galactic mission transported two ancient hominin fossils to the edge of space. Read more...


PlayStation bought elite hi-fi maestro Audeze, but its CEO says audiophiles don’t need to worry
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
If you followed the news about the new PlayStation Earbuds and headset coming soon, you may have seen that they contain some surprisingly audiophile-level sound technology , in the form of high-end planar magnetic drivers. Quite quickly, we got a hint about where this elite tech may have come from, because it was announced that Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) – which consists essentially of


How to Check Your Computer's Specifications
How-To Geek / 2h
Using just the built-in tools on Windows 10 and Windows 11, you can check your PC's specs , like the processor type, RAM, graphics card model, storage type (SSD or HDD), network adapter model, and more. We'll show you two quick ways to find that information on your machine.


How Companies Use ‘Drip Pricing’ to Charge You More
Lifehacker / 2h
Imagine you need to buy a airline ticket for your cousin’s wedding. You find what you think is the best price available to your destination. But the airline you chose charges for a carry-on, which isn’t included in the base price, so you add that as well. You also pay extra so you can snag a window seat. Oh, and wait,… Read more...


Tales of Arise is getting an expansion two years after its launch
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Tales of Arise is getting a surprise, new expansion called Beyond the Dawn , two years after the game launched. Bandai Namco unveiled the expansion during the September 14 State of Play livestream, where we got our first look at the upcoming expansion in a new trailer, as well as a November 9 release date for PS5 , Xbox Series X | S , PlayStation 4 , Xbox One and PC . Beyond the Dawn takes place


'Thank You For Coming' review: An empowering and raunchy feminist comedy
Mashable / 3h
At 32, Kanika Kapoor has never had an orgasm. This is the central problem that the character, played by a brilliant Bhumi Pednekar , sets out to solve in Karan Boolani's feature film debut Thank You For Coming . But the film, which premiered as an official selection at the Toronto International Film Festival , is more than a sex-positive comedy. Produced by Rhea Kapoor and co-written by screenwri


Former WarnerMedia CEO Jason Kilar joins Roblox’s board
TechCrunch / 3h
Former WarnerMedia CEO Jason Kilar has joined the board of directors at the online gaming platform company Roblox. The appointment, which was effective as of September 13, will see Kilar joining board chairman and Roblox CEO David Baszucki, as well as lead independent director Anthony P. Lee, and board members Gregory Baszucki, Christopher Carvalho, Gina […]


The Online Safety Bill is just the tip of the UK Surveillance State iceberg
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
It all starts in 2019. The Online Harms whitepaper marked the first step into the government's mission of making the UK "the safest place to be online ," building the premises for the debut of the Online Safety Bill two years later. Now, after surviving three prime ministers, two government crises, and doubling up its pages on the way, the Bill is in its final stages in Parliament and likely to b


Cisco pulls its HyperFlex hyperconverged infrastructure products
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Cisco has confirmed that it has discontinued its HyperFlex hyperconverged infrastructure products due to market trends (via The Register ). Hyperconverged infrastructure combines data center elements, including storage, compute, networking, and management, into one unified system. The San Jose-based company blamed “evolving customer needs and market dynamics” for its decision. In light of the ser


Lucrative: Frontier Airlines Paid Status Match Promo
500+One Mile at a Time / 3h
Frontier Airlines and StatusMatch.com have teamed up to offer an intriguing paid status match promotion , for anyone who has elite status with an airline program, hotel program, or cruise line program. While there’s a fee to enroll, you can easily recoup that after just one trip, given the savings on fees that Frontier Airlines’ elite member receive. Pay a fee and receive Frontier Airlines elite


Throw your own concert with up to 28% off portable speakers
Mashable / 3h
Our top picks: Best overall speaker deal JBL Charge 5 $129.95 at Amazon (save $50) Best runner-up speaker deal Bose SoundLink Micro $94.99 at Best Buy (save $25) Best budget speaker deal Sony SRS-XB100 $48 at Amazon (save $11.99) Portable speakers are a convenient way to bring your favorite music to life, no matter where you are. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, going on a camping trip


If you’d bought Apple shares instead of iPhones, you’d now have $147,000
20TechCrunch / 3h
What would happen if, instead of buying the newest iPhone every time Apple launches one, you bought that same amount of Apple stock? There is a tweet floating around saying that if you had bought Apple shares instead of an iPhone every time they came out, you’d have hundreds of millions of dollars. The math […]


Apple to release software update for iPhone 12 to solve radiation concerns
TechCrunch / 3h
As expected, Apple is going to address France’s radiation watchdog’s (ANFR) concerns with a software update for the iPhone 12. Earlier this week, the French agency released a public statement announcing that the iPhone 12 breaches radiation levels. It also told Apple that it should halt iPhone 12 sales and release a fix as quickly […]


Spider-Man 2 Isn't Just a Great Spider-Man Game, It's a Decent Superman Game Too
Gizmodo / 3h
My favorite part of the first two Insomniac Spider-Man games is traveling across the city. The ability to swing from building to building, soaring through the air, all while taking in the sights and sounds of the city is just as enjoyable, if not more so, than anything else in the game. So, earlier this week, when I… Read more...


Delta unveils 3 new flights, 11 expanded routes for next summer
33The Points Guy / 3h
Delta Air Lines is boosting its connectivity to some of the nation’s most popular summer destinations. The Atlanta-based carrier announced a route-map expansion Friday that’s focused on connecting major hubs with some spokes that haven’t seen increased service since the pandemic began. Specifically, the airline will add three new routes, two from Atlanta and one from Seattle. Want more airline-sp



Spider-Man 2 is following the Sony sequel playbook, and I'm not mad about it
Engadget / 3h
Spider-Man is easily one of the most recognizable fictional characters of the last 50-plus years, appearing in countless iterations across comics, movies, cartoons, video games and other media I am surely forgetting. Fans will argue about the best iteration — but for my money, the Spider-universe Insomniac Games introduced in 2018 on the PS4 with Marvel’s Spider-Man is an all-time great. It spent


How to Customize Your Icons in Windows 11
How-To Geek / 3h
One of the best things about Windows is the freedom it gives you to customize your user experience. There are dozens of programs available to change the user interface. Here are some ways to customize your icons with the default options in Windows, and some third-party tools.


This Refurbished MacBook Air With Microsoft Office Is $500
Lifehacker / 3h
This refurbished 2017 MacBook Air with Microsoft Office 2021 is $499.99 right now . It has a grade “A” refurbished rating, meaning it’s in near-mint condition, and it has a 13.3-inch HD display, Intel Core i5 processor, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage, an HD FaceTime webcam, and up to 12 hours of battery life. Read more...


The brand new Apple Watch Series 9 is already $10 off at Amazon
Mashable / 3h
SAVE $10: As of September 15, the Apple Watch Series 9 (41mm, GPS) is on sale for $389.99 at Amazon. That's a savings of $10 and the first discount we've seen. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple Watch Series 9 (41mm, GPS) $389.99 at Amazon (save $10) The Apple Watch Series 9 is officially up for preorder. The newest addition to the Apple Watch family is getting a slew of new upgrades, incl


Grab the Echo Pop — Amazon's latest smart speaker — for 43% off
Mashable / 3h
Save $17: As of September 15, the Echo Pop (1st gen) is on sale for $22.99 at Amazon, which is 43% off its regular price of $39.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Echo Pop (1st gen, 2023 release) $22.99 at Amazon (save $17) Launched in May 2023, the 1st gen Echo Pop from Amazon is the latest-and-greatest in affordable smart speaker tech. If you've been eyeing Amazon's impressive lineup of A


Web3 adoption could come via the enterprise, but the real boom will be through startups
TechCrunch / 3h
While the use cases in enterprise are more incremental, the real drivers of the tech might be coming from startup land.


Casinos Shut Down Amid Hacker Intrusions
Futurism / 3h
Oceans Zero On Monday, MGM Grand casinos across the US were forced to shut down after a mass cyberattack compromised the company's computer systems, granting bad actors access to casino and hotel operations in "Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, New Jersey, New York and Ohio," a casino rep confirmed to the Associated Press on Tuesday . Though its website is still inaccessible, the ca


Paleontologists Furious When Ancient Human Fossils Blasted to Space
55Futurism / 3h
Archaeologists were affronted to discover that billionaire Richard Branson had sent ancient hominin bones up on a commercial space flight, with some suggesting that the stunt reeks of colonialism. As Nature notes , the remains weren't even launched for terribly long as they soared aboard the Unity spacecraft, operated by Branson's Virgin Galactic, just above Earth before returning groundward. But


Amazon's Echo Pop smart speaker drops to $23
22Engadget / 3h
These days, you don't need to break the bank to add a smart speaker to your home setup. Thanks to one of Amazon's current deals, you can snap up such a device for less than usual too. The Echo Pop, Amazon's latest addition to its lineup of Alexa-powered audio devices, has dropped from $40 to $23 as long as you opt for the teal or lavender color options. While that's not quite the lowest price we'


It's Not Always Best to Book Flights Through Your Credit Card Rewards Portal
Lifehacker / 3h
Banks and credit card companies are not only in the business of awarding points and miles when you spend money—they also serve as travel agents with their own booking portals. As The Points Guy points out , there are some advantages to reserving your flights, hotels, and rental cars through programs like Chase Ultimate… Read more...


Firefly Aerospace Sets New Launch Speed Record for U.S. Space Force Mission
20Gizmodo / 3h
Space Force’s goal of wanting the capacity to launch a satellite on very short notice just passed a major milestone. The Victus Nox mission, Latin for “conquer the night,” was a success, and saw private company Firefly Aerospace and Millennium Space Systems successfully prepare a launch in less than a day, followed… Read more...


Russia's Soyuz Rocket Successfully Launches New ISS Crew
Gizmodo / 3h
Update: September 15, 1:47 p.m. ET : The Russian rocket lifted off on schedule, delivering its trio of passengers to space. Read more...


X’s crowdsourced fact-checking system will now let contributors consider opposing viewpoints
TechCrunch / 3h
X (formerly Twitter) this week changed how its crowdsourced fact-checking Community Notes feature works. In the new design, users will be able to review all the notes that have been proposed as annotations to an X post, rather than just the one note they’re currently reviewing. In other words, it will allow contributors to consider […]


How to Turn Off Keyboard Vibration on Android
How-To Geek / 3h
Most keyboard apps have subtle vibration—also known as "haptic feedback"—to help make typing on a touchscreen feel more tactile. If you'd rather not feel your Android phone buzz with every tap, this can be turned off.


If Elon Musk Had Been a Happy Child, Would He Still Be Launching Rockets?
30Wired / 3h
“Biographer of Genius” Walter Isaacson thinks he cracked the code to Elon Musk—the entrepreneur’s brutal childhood fueled his frenzied achievements in space, AI, brain chips, and electric cars.


Transfer Capital One Miles To LifeMiles With 15% Bonus
100+One Mile at a Time / 3h
Avianca LifeMiles is offering a bonus on points transfers from Capital One, which card members might find to be valuable. Capital One 15% LifeMiles transfer bonus Through Saturday, September 30, 2023, you can receive a 15% bonus when you transfer Capital One miles to Avianca LifeMiles . Note that this transfer bonus is being offered by LifeMiles rather than by Capital One, so when you transfer mi


7 new movies and TV shows on Netflix, Prime Video, Disney Plus and more this weekend (September 15)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
The majority of TechRadar’s staff are currently preoccupied with the fallout of Apple’s recent iPhone 15 launch event, but we couldn’t let the week go by without sifting through the latest crop of new movies and TV shows to stream on the likes of Netflix, Prime Video and Disney Plus . The headline arrivals are two returning shows – The Morning Show on Apple TV Plus and Welcome to Wrexham on Hulu


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Music, Arts & Literature / 4h
electronicsquid : Saugatuck Summer School of Painting (Wallace Kirkland. 1948)


Honkai: Star Rail launches on PS5 next month
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Hoyoverse has announced that Honkai: Star Rail will launch on PlayStation 5 on October 11, 2023. Revealed during the September 14 State of Play livestream, the free-to-play turn-based RPG, from the studio that brought us Genshin Impact , is finally arriving next month after first launching on PC and mobile in April. Honkai: Star Rail will be free to download on PS5 as well, and will feature cross


How to celebrate Halloween at theme parks this fall
100+The Points Guy / 4h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Halloween is on the horizon, but if you are visiting a U.S. theme park anytime between now and All Hallows Eve, it’s already here. From Disney World to Legoland and many theme parks in between, characters are swapping their usual garb for spooky costumes. Jack-o’-lanterns are being placed in every availabl



TikTok hit with €345 million fine over privacy settings for children
Ars Technica - All content / 4h
Enlarge (credit: Bloomberg / Contributor | Bloomberg ) TikTok has been hit with a €345 million EU fine over the way it processes the personal data of children and teenage users, the first handed out by the bloc to the Chinese-owned social media platform. Ireland’s Data Protection Commission, the regulator responsible for holding TikTok Technology to EU data protection law, announced the fine on F


The US military just proved it can get satellites into space super fast
Ars Technica - All content / 4h
Enlarge / Firefly's Alpha rocket launches on Thursday evening from Vandenberg Space Force Base. (credit: Firefly) As part of its efforts to be more nimble in space, the US military has been pushing satellite and launch companies to become more "responsive" in their ability to put spacecraft into space. Essentially, the military is concerned about other nations damaging or destroying its assets in


The Gardening Supplies Worth Keeping for Next Year (and What to Get Rid Of)
Lifehacker / 4h
Every year, we buy more gardening supplies—and every autumn, we have to figure out how and where to stick themfor the winter. Now is the perfect time to organize, divide and divest. No need to store the stuff you won’t make use of again, since garages and sheds are where things go to hibernate forever until your… Read more...


Updates From Godzilla Minus One, One Piece, and More
Gizmodo / 4h
John Carpenter is lending a peculiar twist to a new horror series. Get your “Hell Yeah!” ready with the new trailer for Harley Quinn’s Kite Man spinoff. Plus, what’s coming on Invasion, and a look at the return of V/H/S. To me, my spoilers! Read more...


Frontier Airlines Status Match: Top Tier Status Available, Even If You’ve Matched Before
23View from the Wing / 4h
Do you have elite status with an airline - or even a hotel chain? Or even a cruise line? You might even have this just from having a credit card. Frontier Airlines wants to match your status and depending on your current elite level will even give you top tier in their program. Continue reading ...


TCL confirms US pricing of its Fire TV range, and it’s ridiculously cheap
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TCL has confirmed US pricing of its Fire TV range, which consists of three models; the Q6, the S4 and the S3. As is common for Fire TVs, they’re all at the affordable end of things – and in some cases, offer big-screen thrills for seriously low prices. Pricing of the TVs, which are available now from Amazon, is as follows: TCL Q6 (Q650F) - $449.99 (55”) / $599.99 (65”) / $799.99 (75”) TCL S4 - $2


What’s missing from Guy Kawasaki’s 10-slide deck
TechCrunch / 4h
A year ago, the average successful slide deck contained 19 slides. Today, the average slide deck contains 16 topics. So, should founders still be striving to shorten their decks even more?


We’ll probably retire before Databricks IPOs
TechCrunch / 4h
Welcome back to Equity, a podcast about the business of startups, where we unpack the numbers and nuance behind the headlines. This is our Friday show, when we talk about the week’s biggest news.


The last sale on passes to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023 ends tonight
TechCrunch / 4h
Heed this final call! It’s time for all you last-minute decision makers, fence-sitters and procrastinators to shake a leg, because today is the last day that you can grab a discount on a pass to TechCrunch Disrupt 2023. Take a gander at the actual amount of money you keep — but only if you buy […]


The Best Resistance Bands
How-To Geek / 4h
Resistance bands are great for intense, muscle-building workouts and gentle or deep stretches for those easing back into exercise. Some bands can be stacked for extra resistance once you get stronger, and most band sets are compact, so they're easy to travel with.


The right treasury management strategy can extend your startup’s runway
TechCrunch / 4h
Before diving into the options for managing your funds, let’s first determine what actually counts as “liquid cash” to run your business.


The Samsung SmartThings Station Is on Sale for $1 This Weekend
Lifehacker / 4h
For the next few days, Samsung is practically giving away their new smart home hub, the SmartThings Station—if you’re quick enough to catch it. For $1, a limited number of people can snag one each day , starting at about noon ET through Sept. 17. Read more...


How to Use the xargs Command on Linux
How-To Geek / 4h
Need to string some Linux commands together, but one of them doesn't accept piped input? xargs is the command for you.


TikTok fined €345m over children's data privacy
88BBC News - Technology / 5h
The complaint concerned how the social media app handled children's data in 2020.


Apple Says It’s Going to Fix Those Alleged High-Radiation iPhone 12s
76Gizmodo / 5h
Trying to put a quash to all those rumors of high-radiation iPhones, Apple told French regulators on Friday that it would be issuing a software update to iPhone 12s that should put an end to the allegations the smartphones were emitting radiation levels above the country’s legal limits. Read more...


Chase Freedom Q4 categories: Earn 5% cash back (or 5 points per dollar) with PayPal, wholesale clubs and charities
200+The Points Guy / 5h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. To round out 2023 as a year of great bonus-earning opportunities, Chase Freedom (no longer available to new applicants) and Chase Freedom Flex℠ cardholders have another set of excellent bonus categories for Q4: PayPal, select charities and wholesale clubs. Those of us who have maxed out our bonus earnings


WordPress is getting a major fediverse upgrade
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WordPress.com is putting its commitment to the fediverse into action this month with the launch of ActivityPub 1.0.0 for WordPress, a new plug-in designed to more closely link blogs with the fediverse. The news comes from Automattic Design Engineer Matt Wiebe, who posted on X : “ActivityPub 1.0.0 for #WordPress is released today! Activate and your WP blog can now be followed in the fediverse, and


TikTok and Billboard now have their own music chart
Mashable / 5h
TikTok undeniably plays a hand in today's music industry, even testing its own music streaming service . The app's influence is arguably increasing with its latest announcement: a partnership with Billboard to launch the official TikTok Billboard Top 50 Chart. The weekly chart will consist of the most popular songs on TikTok in the U.S., and will be featured on both the app and Billboard.com . Th


American Airlines Issued Controversial New Policy About Facial Hair
View from the Wing / 5h
American Airlines will no longer allow anyone with a beard or goatee to occupy a jumpseat in the cockpit on a mainline aircraft, citing risk that in the event oxygen masks are needed that facial hair will interfere with full flow of oxygen. Continue reading ...



Aeroplan Award Sale For Air Canada Flights: Save Up To 25%
32One Mile at a Time / 5h
The Air Canada Aeroplan program has just introduced a sale on award tickets. While it’s primarily limited to Air Canada flights within North America, there’s still potentially quite a bit of value to be had. Aeroplan offering up to 25% off award tickets Air Canada Aeroplan has launched what it’s calling the program’s biggest redemption offer of the year. Aeroplan members can save up to 25% off fl


Why Is Everyone Asking Men About the Roman Empire?
43Wired / 5h
Why is no one asking me, someone who identifies as a woman, about Ancient Rome? Because let me tell you, I think about it a lot.


Radiation Is Everywhere. But It’s Not All Bad
34Wired / 5h
Although radiation sounds scary, it isn’t necessarily harmful. Here’s what to know about the four types.


Why Thread Support is a Big Deal for the iPhone 15 Pro
How-To Geek / 5h
The iPhone 15 Pro is the first smartphone includes a Thread radio that allows it to directly communicate with smart home devices like smart locks and light bulbs. So what is Thread, and why is it set to become a big deal?


You Can Take a Decent Solar Eclipse Photo With Your Phone
Lifehacker / 5h
If you want to take pictures of a solar eclipse, you have two chances coming soon. On October 14, 2023, an annular solar eclipse (i.e., one where the edge of the sun remains visible) will be visible on the western part of the continent, and on April 8, 2024, you can catch a total eclipse toward the eastern part of… Read more...


Whoops! Google doesn’t know how to repair your broken Pixel Watch screen
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
Watch out Google Pixel Watch owners, Google has revealed that it can’t repair your Pixel Watch screen if it breaks. If yours gets a crack, you’re going to be stuck with it – unless you get a whole new watch. What’s more, there’s a good chance that damage to your Pixel Watch isn’t covered by the gadget’s limited warranty – which has exemptions for damage caused by “normal wear and tear”, “accident


DeepMind’s cofounder: Generative AI is just a phase. What’s next is interactive AI.
93MIT Technology Review / 5h
DeepMind cofounder Mustafa Suleyman wants to build a chatbot that does a whole lot more than chat. In a recent conversation I had with him, he told me that generative AI is just a phase. What’s next is interactive AI: bots that can carry out tasks you set for them by calling on other software and other people to get stuff done. He also calls for robust regulation —and doesn’t think that’ll be har


6 ways Great Wolf Lodge is like a cruise – and 6 it’s not
The Points Guy / 5h
I spent a weekend with my family at the Great Wolf Lodge Maryland, and the entire time I couldn’t stop thinking, “This is like a cruise ship — on land.” One of our more recent family vacations had been a sailing on Carnival Cruise Line’ s new Carnival Celebration cruise ship. Everywhere we went on the Great Wolf property, I kept getting flashbacks to when we did something incredibly similar aboar


Engadget Podcast: iPhone 15 and Apple Watch Series 9 hands-on
Engadget / 5h
This week, Cherlynn gives us her on-the-ground thoughts from Apple’s iPhone 15 launch event. It turns out the iPhone 15 Pro’s titanium case is actually noticeably lighter! We’re all also intrigued by Apple’s new double-tap gesture in the Watch Series 9. (Don’t be surprised if it ends up training us how to use the Vision Pro’s gesture commands!) Also, Engadget reporter Malek Saleh joins to discuss


How to Uninstall Multiple Apps at Once on Android
32How-To Geek / 5h
It's easy to get carried away installing apps and games , but you're probably not using all of them. The Play Store on Android makes it easy to uninstall a bunch of apps at once to free up space.


The Best Ways to Protect Your Kids From Online Scams
Lifehacker / 5h
Many resources exist to help educate adults on protecting themselves from online scams, identity theft, and other nefarious schemes. They also help safeguard the under-18 set—but as any parent of a teenager will tell you, kids tend to think they know everything, which means they might not be protecting themselves. Read more...


Rocket Report: New Shepard may fly soon; ULA changes mind on DoD competition
Ars Technica - All content / 5h
Enlarge / Stoke Space recently conducted a static fire test of its hopper vehicle. (credit: Stoke Space) Welcome to Edition 6.11 of the Rocket Report! There's a lot going on this week, including the completion of pre-flight tests by two companies developing reusable small launch vehicles. On the larger end of the spectrum, NASA is installing engines onto its second Space Launch System rocket, and


The Download: talking driverless cars, and updated covid vaccines
21MIT Technology Review / 6h
This is today’s edition of The Download , our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. This driverless car company is using chatbots to make its vehicles smarter The news: Self-driving car startup Wayve can now interrogate its vehicles, asking them questions about their driving decisions—and getting answers back thanks to a chatbot. How it works


New iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods are on sale: Which is the best credit card for Apple purchases?
400+The Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Apple unveiled the new iPhone 15 lineup and Apple Watch Series 9 and AirPods Pro products earlier this week. If you’re looking to buy the new iPhone, Apple Watch or even the AirPods Pro, you’re probably wondering what credit card to use for your Apple purchases. Should you use the Apple Card? The answer to


Lufthansa Brings Back Oktoberfest Flights In 2023
200+One Mile at a Time / 6h
With Oktoberfest kicking off shortly in Germany, Lufthansa is bringing some of the fun to the skies… Lufthansa’s special flights with Oktoberfest crews As has been tradition for the past 17 years, Lufthansa will have special flights with crews wearing traditional Oktoberfest clothing (including dirndls for women and lederhosen for men). Specifically: On September 15 (today), these crews are opera


Studio ¾ portrait of unidentified young woman posed by wooden settee. Bows at waist and neck back….
Music, Arts & Literature / 6h
Studio ¾ portrait of unidentified young woman posed by wooden settee. Bows at waist and neck back. Embossed on card front: “E.A. Kepler & Co., 236 Woodward Ave., Detroit.” Burton Historical Collection, Detroit Public Library


Welcome to Halal Hinge
Wired / 6h
In my community, mums and aunties are joining WhatsApp matchmaking groups to find spouses for their kids. Instead, they're getting a crash course in modern dating.


Singapore KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Award Sale
1KOne Mile at a Time / 6h
Singapore Airlines offers its KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes promo, whereby you can get significant savings on award tickets in select regions. This is a fantastic opportunity to save on award flights on one of the world’s best airlines. There are several opportunities to save miles on tickets in economy, premium economy, and business class. The list this month is pretty good, though options to an


Google Ads are being hijacked to serve up dangerous malware
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Google Ads are once again being used to spread malware , this time under the guise of an official Cisco Webex download portal. The ads for the video conferencing software appear very real, but they only redirect victims to sites that contain the BatLoader and DanaBot malware. Security firm Malwarebytes found that the campaign was ongoing for a week and appears to be the work of attackers based in



How to take a screenshot on an Apple Watch
Engadget / 6h
You can take a screenshot on your iPhone, your MacBook , your iPad , you name it. But what about your Apple Watch? If there’s an alert you want to keep safe, or you want to show off your personalized watch face to a friend, you can easily do that without whipping out your iPhone to take a picture of your watch. The Apple Watch has a built in way that makes taking a screenshot more accessible — it


European regulators fine TikTok $368 million over failing to protect the data of young users
Engadget / 6h
European authorities have found that Twitter had violated General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) rules when it comes to how it processes its younger users' personal data. Along with its decision, the regulator has revealed that it has slapped the social network with a €345 million ($368 million) fine. As the regulating body where TikTok is headquartered and where its first data center is locat


TikTok fined $379M in EU for failing to keep kids’ data safe
TechCrunch / 6h
It’s been a long time coming but TikTok has finally been found in breach of the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in relation to its handling of children’s data. Under the decision issued today by the Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC), the video sharing platform has been reprimanded and fined €345 million (~$379 […]


How to Play Minecraft VR on PC and Quest 2
How-To Geek / 6h
Why limit yourself to experiencing the run-away gaming hit Minecraft in 2D? With the help of a VR headset, you can now fully immerse yourself in the game like never before. The process can be pretty complicated, though, so we're here to help you set it up Minecraft VR on PC and the Quest 2.


Make This Quick Air Fryer Apple Turnover for Rosh Hashanah
Lifehacker / 6h
All fruits have their season, but apples never go out of style. Whether you’re celebrating Rosh Hashanah or you’re just looking to cozy up with a sweet apple dessert, I’ve got an air fryer recipe that’ll knock your socks off. It’s simple to make and looks like you bought it from a bougie bakery: Treat yourself to this… Read more...


Southwest Airlines: Don’t Feed The Pilots [Roundup]
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 ...


Ascendant Studios lays off half its staff less than a month after Immortals of Aveum launched
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Ascendant Studios has laid off nearly half of its staff less than a month after the launch of Immortals of Aveum due to poor sales. The studio's CEO Bret Robbins announced the layoffs on Twitter on September 14, saying that the Ascendant is "heartbroken" to part with "about 45% of its team," but that it's a "necessary decision." "This was a painfully difficult, but necessary decision that was not


Beware, you're in for a scare with Hulu's 'Goosebumps' trailer
Mashable / 6h
As a '90s kid who grew up in suburbia with a slightly macabre mind, I was obviously obsessed with Goosebumps . R.L. Stine's horror series for courageous children kept me up at night, from the horrors of Camp Jellyjam to all that Monster Blood. I used to dare myself to watch Deborah Forte's 1995 TV series, mainly relying on my much braver sister to regale me with the nightmares of each episode. I


Netflix's 'The Conference' trailer combines brutal slasher comedy with boring work event
Mashable / 6h
A work conference might be the most boring setting for a film ever, but when you add a masked killer into the mix it certainly raises the stakes a bit. This is the set-up for Patrik Eklund's slasher comedy based on Mats Strandbergs' book of the same name, which features quick cuts between team-building exercises and a series of brutal (and creative) slayings. The Conference is streaming on Netfli


Meta starts testing Horizon Worlds on mobile and the web
28Engadget / 6h
Meta has taken a step towards achieving its goal of making Horizon Worlds more accessible by bringing it to the web and to mobile devices. The company has announced that Super Rumble , the first game out of its in-house studio Ouro Interactive, is now available to a small number of mobile users through the Meta Quest app on Android. It's also making its way to the app on iOS devices in the coming


If you’re planing to get the iPhone 15, then Focal’s Bathys are the ideal headphones
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Focal's Bathys wireless headphones are seriously stunning and if you're getting an iPhone 15 , they'll give you an instant audio upgrade. That's because the iPhone 15's new USB-C connection means you can use your Bathys in wired mode, giving you instant access to their built-in 24-bit DAC. That's ideal for Hi-Res audio listening from the likes of Qobuz , and until now it was a feature you could o


All the iPhone 15 models compared
23TechCrunch / 6h
Apple announced the iPhone 15 series with a USB-C port in place of Lightning at its Wonderlust event on September 12. Last year, the Dynamic Island was exclusive to the Pro models. This year, all iPhone models get it. Catch up on all of our Apple Event 2023 coverage here. iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 […]


Spotify adds new music recommendations feature but it’s not great for bands on a budget
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Spotify has good news for artists (no, it's not upping its royalty rates). It's offering a new promotional tool, which it calls Showcase. When you take out a Showcase ad it'll appear on users' home pages or home screens as a You Might Like banner. Spotify recommends using it not just for new music but for making listeners aware of deep cuts and the wider context of new releases. Showcase is in pa


The Morning After: Nintendo’s Direct showcase marks the return of a classic
Engadget / 7h
This week, Nintendo's Direct livestream showcased a bunch of new games for the Switch, and an awful lot of them featured the company mascot (and movie star) Mario, if not his brother Luigi, Princess Peach and more Donkey Kong . And this is all on top of the incoming Super Mario Wonder . To start, the company is bringing another classic Mario RPG to the Switch. The company plans to release an upda


Koo, India’s Twitter alternative, seeks strategic partner amid funding crunch
TechCrunch / 7h
Koo, India’s alternative to Twitter, is looking to find a strategic partner with a “distribution strength” as it enters its “next phase,” according to its co-founder, amid a funding crunch at the startup, which is backed by Accel and Tiger Global. Koo co-founder Mayank Bidawatka wrote in a LinkedIn post Friday that the startup — […]


Bitwarden adds passwordless SSO
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Bitwarden, our pick as the best password manager for free, has now added Single Sign-On (SSO) support for trusted devices on its enterprise tiers, which allows users to access their vaults without a password. On registered devices, users can access their encrypted vault data with SSO authentication alone, via their identity management software of choice. No longer is the Bitwarden master password


This Is Your Kid’s Brain on Extreme Heat
Wired / 7h
It's too hot for school, as stifling classrooms cause some teachers to switch to remote learning—or cancel lessons altogether. And the heat will only get worse.


Teachers Are Going All In on Generative AI
35Wired / 7h
Surveys suggest teachers use generative AI more than students, to create lesson plans or more interesting word problems. Educators say it can save valuable time but must be used carefully.


Air China Has Filed To Fly New York To Los Angeles
View from the Wing / 7h
Star Alliance member Air China plans to operate a flight within the United States, from New York to Los Angeles. The trick is that they will only be able to carry their own connecting passengers on the New York JFK to Los Angeles flight. Continue reading ...


Here's Why You Should Probably Delay Your Apple Watch Upgrade
How-To Geek / 7h
The Apple Watch is a multipurpose timepiece, powerful workout tool, potentially life-saving health device, and stylish accessory. Despite this, Apple rarely adds enough to the new models to make any single iteration a compelling upgrade.



Seats.aero: A Fun, Geeky Award Search Tool
51One Mile at a Time / 7h
I’m writing a series of posts about some of the tools and services I most use for managing, earning, and redeeming points. While I often mention these websites and services in passing, I’ve never written dedicated posts about them, so that’s what I’m trying to do now. In this post I wanted to talk about how and why I use Seats.aero , which is an award search tool that’s useful even if you’re an a


X attempts to fight impersonation with government ID verification
26Engadget / 7h
X has launched government ID verification for paid X Premium subscribers, after clues emerged in August that the feature was coming, TechCrunch has reported. The service, which appears to be optional, has launched in "numerous countries" including the US, but is not available for now in the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA), and the United Kingdom. In a new help center page ,


Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth launches in February 2024 for PS5
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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth is set to launch on February 29, 2024, for PlayStation 5 . To close out the September 14 State of Play livestream, Square Enix finally announced the official release date for its highly anticipated RPG alongside a brand new trailer, featuring Cloud Strife and friends, new locations like the Golden Saucer, as well as some new appearances fans of the original game may be fam


AI can help screen for cancer—but there’s a catch
22MIT Technology Review / 7h
This article first appeared in The Checkup, MIT Technology Review’s weekly biotech newsletter. To receive it in your inbox every Thursday, and read articles like this first, sign up here . I just had a birthday, and you know what that means—I’m newly eligible for a screening colonoscopy. (#milestones!). I’ve been thinking about cancer screening a lot recently, because I’ve seen a handful of headl


Breaking up is hard to do in 'Our Flag Means Death' Season 2 trailer
Mashable / 7h
Gentleman Pirate Stede Bonnet (Rhys Darby) and Ed "Blackbeard" Teach (Taika Waititi) are broken up. Yes, we'll give you a moment to ugly cry at the ceiling. Everyone's favourite swashbuckling queer pirate comedy is ready to return, lest you thought The Revenge was lost to Davy Jones' Locker. Following the teaser released in August , the trailer for Our Flag Means Death Season 2 promises plenty of


'The Burning Girls' trailer teases a small village with a terrible past
Mashable / 7h
Sinister secrets abound in the trailer for new chiller series The Burning Girls , based on C.J. Tudor's novel of the same name. The action sees single mum and reverend Jack Brooks (Samantha Morton) moving into a new village with her daughter Flo ( Bridgerton 's Ruby Stokes), only to discover there are some strange local superstitions — and sightings of little girls who may or may not be real. The


Microsoft and Oracle reveal major cloud tie-up
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Microsoft has announced plans to deepen its four-year-old partnership with rival cloud company Oracle, which will see the company host Oracle services. The new Oracle Database@Azure will enable Oracle customers to migrate Oracle databases “as is” to OCI and deploy them in Azure alongside their current workloads in the Microsoft Cloud. With the announcement, Microsoft becomes the only other cloud


The 'carbon neutral' Apple Watch is a fresh blast of Apple's reality distortion field
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If you're planning to pre-order an Apple Watch 9 from the Apple Store today, you'll see a new green leaves logo (below) next to special 'carbon neutral' versions of the smartwatch. But what exactly does it mean? It means that Apple is ramping up its laudable Apple 2030 plan to reduce its environmental impact – but also that the company's famous 'reality distortion field' is alive and well. Apple


Apple to update iPhone 12 in France over radiation
100+BBC News - Technology / 8h
Apple will update the phone in France but not elsewhere over what it says is "not a safety concern".


iPhone 15 preorders go live today – but which phone should you get?
43TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Apple’s iPhone 15 preorders go live today, giving you a chance to secure one of the upgraded iPhones before they go on sale on September 22. Preorders officially go live on September 15 (today) at 5am PDT / 8am EST / 1pm BST / 10pm AEST and can be accessed via the Apple online store. For more information, checkout out iPhone 15 preorders hub. And for details on deals and trade-in options, do take


The Samsung Galaxy S24 series might have lots of RAM but slow charging
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
In amongst all the iPhone 15 news, other phones are continuing to leak, and the latest Samsung Galaxy S24 leaks are a mix of good and bad. Getting the bad news out of the way first, it seems all three models – meaning the Galaxy S24, the Galaxy S24 Plus, and the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra – might charge at the same speeds as their predecessors. This is according to a 3C certification listing spotte


'On the Internet, Nobody Knows You're a Dog:' The Web's Most Iconic Cartoon Is for Sale.
33Gizmodo / 8h
In 1993, cartoonist Peter Steiner was at his desk trying to fill out his weekly quota of pitches for the New Yorker. “I didn’t always have enough ideas, so sometimes I would just draw a picture and try to dream up a caption for it,” Steiner said. He sketched out two dogs sitting in front of a computer, one in a chair… Read more...


Insiders Reveal Major Problems at Lab-Grown-Meat Startup Upside Foods
60Wired / 8h
Billion-dollar cultivated-meat startup Upside Foods wants you to think the breakthrough chicken fillets it sells are made in a futuristic factory. A WIRED investigation tells a different story.


Dell XPS 13 Plus (9320) Review: A Travel-Friendly Windows Laptop
How-To Geek / 8h
Thinking of a typical Windows laptop might not conjure images of a sleek and beautiful machine, but the Dell XPS 13 Plus (9320) is a product to behold. Its compact frame, edge-to-edge display, and sleek, responsive keyboard all make it wildly attractive and an ideal candidate for the traveling professional.


Unity temporarily shuts offices after receiving threats
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Unity Technologies, the company behind the popular Unity game engine, has had to close up some of its offices after it received threats to its employees' safety. While the threats came soon after Unity announced a controversial new installation fee policy , which would charge developers per install after reaching a certain threshold, it's important to note that it hasn't been confirmed that the t


Netflix announces One Piece season 2, and that's bad news for Shadow and Bone season 3
22TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Netflix has announced that its hit live-action adaptation of One Piece will return for a second season. In a tweet posted on the show's official X account, Eiichiro Oda, One Piece 's original creator, confirmed that season 2 was officially on the way. The renewal comes two weeks after the Netflix series' first season, which immediately sailed to top spot on Netflix's TV chart , was released. NAKA


Microsoft's legal battle over Teams dominance could be about to get even worse
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Despite recent efforts to appease European regulators, Microsoft could still be facing continued disapproval for the way its business practices gave Teams the upper hand in the world of video conferencing software . Just a couple of weeks ago, the company confirmed that Teams would no longer be part of Microsoft 365 in Europe, starting this October. However, a new Bloomberg report suggests that t


'The Puppetman' trailer looks impressively horrible
Mashable / 8h
Given that The Puppetman is the new movie from Brandon Christensen, the writer/director of the horrifyingly scary Still/Born and Z , it's no real surprise that the trailer for this one is as intense as it is. The Puppetman tells the story of Michal (Alyson Gorske), whose father murdered her mother — but has always claimed it was an evil entity making him do it. Soon, with other people dying aroun


Save On Marriott Hotel Stays With Amex Offers (Targeted)
500+One Mile at a Time / 8h
The Amex Offers program often has promotions that can save you money on hotel stays, especially with co-brand credit card partners Hilton and Marriott . We’re now seeing two Amex Offers deals for Marriott stays, with one being for stays at luxury properties, and one being valid for stays at non-luxury properties. Let’s go over the details, as these offers could save you up to $250. Spend $500+ at


Viral rhythm game Trombone Champ has launched on Nintendo Switch
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Trombone Champ , the viral trombone-playing rhythm game that initially gained popularity in 2022, has arrived on Nintendo Switch as of September 14, and alongside its usual noisy chaos, it’s come equipped with an all-new way to play. Although you’ll still be able to use the joystick of your controller to move the cursor and hit the correct notes, the launch on Nintendo Switch has also come equipp



Chase Freedom Flex 5x Points Categories Q4 2023: Register Now
79One Mile at a Time / 9h
The Chase Freedom Flex SM Credit Card ( review ) is an incredible no annual fee card belonging to Chase’s Freedom portfolio, which can help you maximize your points thanks to its quarterly bonus categories. Now that it’s mid-September (where has this year gone?!), Chase has opened registration for its Q4 2023 bonus categories, which allow you to earn 5x points on the first $1,500 spent in select


Hades 2 is set to launch in early access in Q2 2024
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Supergiant Games has announced that Hades 2 will launch in early access in Q2 2024 for PC . The indie studio behind one of the best indie games , Hades, shared a development update last night to shed some light on its early access plans for the highly-anticipated rogue-like sequel, revealing that it's looking to release the game in Q2 2024 for Steam and the Epic Games Store, which could be somewh


The US Senate wants answers over Starlink's Ukrainian satellite internet denial
28Engadget / 9h
The US Senate Armed Services Committee is investigating Elon Musk's decision to not extend Starlink satellite internet coverage to enable a Ukraine attack on Russian warship near Crimea, Bloomberg has reported. "The committee is aggressively probing this issue from every angle," said chairman Jack Reed in a statement, adding that the incident exposed "serious national-security liability issues."


Sony upstages the iPhone 15 Pro with an impressively pro video app
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
The iPhone 15 Pro’s big video camera upgrades for pros wowed us at the smartphone’s launch this week, but Sony has gone and upstaged those video chops by announcing a new app that can turn compatible smartphones and tablets, including the iPhone 15 Pro, into a wireless video monitor for Sony cameras. Monitor & Control is available on the Google Play and Apple App stores, and effectively turns you


Celebrities fundraise to help strike-impacted crew by...auctioning off a custom Lena Dunham mural
Mashable / 9h
Do you have any bizarre and distinct fantasies about your favorite celebrities? Perhaps you've always dreamed of Lena Dunham painting a mural in your home or Adam Scott walking your dog. If so, you're in luck. A varied group of celebrities is auctioning off the aforementioned once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, as well as other experiences and souvenirs from beloved film and TV sets, on eBay . The


'The Holdovers' review: Paul Giamatti and Alexander Payne reunite for curmudgeon comedy
Mashable / 9h
Alexander Payne is up to his old tricks. The celebrated director behind such heralded films as Sideways, Election, About Schmidt , The Descendants, and Nebraska has returned to cinemas with The Holdovers, another tale of a cantankerous anti-hero with a wincing wit. This time Payne's cutting comedy is headlined by Paul Giamatti, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, and newcomer Dominic Sessa. Early buzz suggests


Access thousands of online courses for $119.99
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: As of September 15, get a Skill Success Lifetime Membership for only $119.99 — a 77% discount. Social media can be great. Sharing pictures and snippets of your life with family and friends who wouldn't otherwise be part of it is pretty special. On the flip side, scrolling all day can eat away at time you could be using to be more productive. It doesn't have to be the start of a new year to


This $87 drone is perfect for beginners to take flight
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: As of September 15, get the Ninja Dragon Blade K 4K Drone for only $86.99 — a 48% discount. Want to get a fresh perspective? There's no better way to do it than immersing yourself in the great outdoors and bringing a drone along. These high-tech, futuristic gadgets may seem intimidating, but the right model makes it easy to fly the friendly skies...while sometimes fitting into your budget,


Get 5 Damascus steel knives for $99.99
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: As of September 15, you can get the lowest price on the web for this Konig Damascus five-piece knife set — just $99.99, which is 60% off the set's original price of $249.99. Holiday cooking is right around the corner; are you prepared to handle the heat? Whether you’re hosting Friendsgiving or having family over for winter holidays, having the right set of tools in your kitchen is key for


Over 65% off: Refurbished MacBook Air for just $369.99
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: As of September 15, you can get a refurbished 13.3" MacBook Air for just $369.99 instead of $1,199 — that's a savings of 69%. Why does it seem like we're always in the market for a new laptop at the most inopportune time? If you're currently looking for a new device when your finances aren't exactly where you'd want them to be, a refurbished model can be a great option. Not only is it easi


Spider-Man 2 on PS5 looks to include every suit you could ever want
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Sony has confirmed that Spider-Man 2 on PS5 will feature over 65 suits to unlock and use during the game's lengthy story mode. Spider-Man 2 is one of the biggest upcoming games of the year, especially for fans of some of the best superhero games , and the momentum is high for Insomniac Games' sequel. Revealed during September's State of Play event, and then further detailed in a PlayStation Blog


X launches account verification based on government ID
35TechCrunch / 9h
X, formerly Twitter, has launched government ID-based account verification for paid users to prevent impersonation and give them benefits such as “prioritized support.” The social network has partnered with Israel-based Au10tix for identity verification solutions. The pop-up for ID verification indicates that the Au10tix could store this data for up to 30 days. X’s support […]


Resident Evil 4 remake's Separate Ways DLC finally launches next week
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The Resident Evil 4 remake's anticipated Separate Ways DLC campaign finally has a release date, and it's as soon as next week. Announced during PlayStation's most recent State of Play presentation, the Separate Ways expansion arrives in Resident Evil 4 on September 21, just under a week from now. Furthermore, PSVR 2 support was confirmed to arrive this "Winter," so expect it sometime between Dece


Threads now lets you quote posts on the web
31Engadget / 9h
Threads was missing a few features when it launched for the web back in August. One of those is the ability to quote other people's post, which would be the equivalent of a retweet in a pre-X world. Now, Instagram chief Adam Mosseri has announced that Meta has rolled out the ability to quote posts on desktop. All they need to do is click on the familiar repost icon at the bottom of a post, and th


Foundation season 2 ending explained: is [SPOILER] dead and more big questions answered
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Foundation season 2 has drawn to a close – and what an epic end to the hit Apple TV Plus sci-fi show's latest installment. The second season's final episode, titled 'Creation Myths', pulled the rug from under us in multiple ways. And that's after its explosive ninth episode, which contained an intense space battle Star Wars would be proud of , had already blown us away visually and emotionally. F


Cyberpunk 2077's free 2.0 update arrives September 21
32Engadget / 11h
Before CD Projekt Red releases Cyberpunk 2077's Phantom Liberty expansion, it will first roll out an update that brings massive changes to the action role-playing game. The developer has announced that update 2.0 will be available starting on September 21st, and it will be free for everyone who already owns the title. This patch adds new skill trees and perks that weren't previously seen in the g


Bank workers turn bank robbers in trailer for crime drama 'HEIST 88'
Mashable / 11h
The trailer for HEIST 88 is here, offering a glimpse at what happens when a criminal mastermind ropes a bunch of amateurs into a multimillion dollar bank job. Set during 1988 in Chicago, HEIST 88 follows career criminal Jeremy Horne ( Courtney B. Vance ), who wants to pull one final job before he's sent to prison. But rather rely exclusively on his established criminal connections, Jeremy decides


Taiwan tells Elon Musk it is 'not for sale'
100+BBC News - Technology / 12h
Mr Musk draws anger from Taipei again for his comments saying the island belongs to China.