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The best cruise booking perks — and which ones are actually free
2KThe Points Guy / 14h
These days, if you book a cruise and don’t get drinks, tips or other perks thrown in for free, you’re leaving money on the table. In order to incentivize travelers to book a cruise in advance and to choose them over a competitor, many cruise lines run promotions that allow you to pick a perk — or sometimes get a whole host of included freebies. Especially during “ wave season ,” the booking-heavy
American Wants To Fly From New York To Tokyo Haneda
2KOne Mile at a Time / 15h
American Airlines wants to start flying between New York and Tokyo, even as the airline is otherwise retreating from JFK. Let’s start with some background, and then look at the details of American’s request. While American’s plans for this were first revealed several weeks ago, the airline has now unveiled its desired schedule. Some Tokyo Haneda slots are up for grabs Tokyo has two major airports
Who Should Play Elon Musk in Darren Aronofsky’s New Biopic?
400+Gizmodo / 15h
They say you should never build statues of anyone still living when those figures still have enough time to disappoint you. Tesla CEO and Twitter owner Elon Musk has had plenty of time to spare in that department, having tanked his self-made reputation as a billionaire genius. The man already has one major book… Read more...
"32% more performance": Here's how lithium salts could make your computer run faster, cooler — using a technique that every human being has mastered
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Researchers have found that adding salt to computer systems can prevent devices from overheating and boost performance by more than 32%. A team at the City University of Hong Kong hope this passive technique, which can be used in electronics, batteries, solar cells, and buildings, relies on moisture desorption from hygroscopic salt solutions. These types of salt cause moisture to condense when th
Unblock U.S. Netflix for free with this clever hack
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: ExpressVPN is the best service for unlocking bonus content on Netflix. Access U.S. Netflix from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN. Netflix only provides access to the movies and shows from your location's content library, which seems unfair. Why shouldn't subscribers get access to everything offered by Netflix? There's a whole world of content out there, and you can see it all with a V
How to watch Scarlets vs. Lions online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Watch Scarlets vs. Lions for free on BBC iPlayer. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Fans of the United Rugby Championship are in luck this season, because many games are available to watch for free. And we're not just talking about the games nobody really cares about. We're talking about games involving some of the biggest and best sides in th
Save 66% on a lifetime subscription to this AI speech-to-text tool
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: A lifetime subscription to Voicetapp AI Speech to Text Transcription is on sale for £48.34, saving you 66% on list price. Sometimes, it’s easier to read than to listen. For online students, that might mean checking the transcript of a virtual class. For professionals, it may be studying the minutes of a meeting you missed. If you want to be able to enjoy that level of convenience for virtu
JLab's alarmingly affordable high-end buds are stacked with next-gen features
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Audio brand JLab has launched, what it calls, “its most premium true wireless” earbuds, and looking at the specs, that statement isn’t total hyperbole. Dubbed the JLab Epic Lab Edition , these earbuds sport a “hybrid dual-driver design”. One speaker is for pumping out “rich bass and low frequencies” while the other supports the Knowles Preferred Listening Response Curve – or the Knowles Curve for
Amazon reportedly blocks 'junk ads' on Apple product pages
Engadget / 2h
Amazon gives Apple's product pages the special treatment and keeps them relatively clear of unrelated ads, signifying an arrangement between the companies, according to Insider . When the Federal Trade Commission filed an antitrust lawsuit against the e-commerce retailer in September, it accused Amazon of "deliberately increasing junk ads that worsen search quality." However, Insider found that t
How to watch Real Madrid vs. Valencia online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Stream Real Madrid vs. Valencia for free on ITVX. Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . There has been a lot of talk about Real Madrid this season and the seemingly unstoppable rise of Jude Bellingham, but despite all the attention, this talented group are not actually top of La Liga. Girona are leading the way, so the pressure is on Real Madrid t
Let's talk about 'Birth/Rebirth's big twist
Mashable / 3h
From the very start of Birth/Rebirth , you know you're in for a wild ride. Director Laura Moss's maternity horror film begins by thrusting audiences into the point of view of a pregnant woman in distress. You can hear the sirens of the ambulance. Then, you can see the cluster of surgeons who flock around her on an operating table. Her quivering voice asks if she'll be okay, but no one will answer
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for November 11
Mashable / 4h
Connections is the latest New York Times word game that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle. If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you can jump to the e
Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for November 11
Mashable / 5h
You made it to Saturday! Celebrate with a cheeky Wordle . As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for Nov. 11's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. Where did Wordle com
Today’s NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Saturday, November 11, 2023
Lifehacker / 5h
You’ll have a BALL solving this one! (Sorry.) If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Saturday, November 11, 2023, read on—I’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solutions to all four categories. Along the way, I’ll explain the meanings of the trickier words and we’ll learn how… Read more...
Netflix's new 3 Body Problem trailer reveals a delay to March 2024
Engadget / 6h
Netflix’s new prestige sci-fi show is delayed until March 22, 2024. 3 Body Problem was originally scheduled to debut in 2023, before being pushed back to January 2024, and now March. Just as the initial delay was accompanied by a teaser trailer , so too is this one: 3 Body Problem is being adapted by David Benioff and D.B. Weiss (who created HBO's Game of Thrones ) alongside screenwriter Alexande
A24's Making an Elon Musk Biopic Directed by Darren Aronofsky
200+Futurism / 6h
Silicon Screen Elon Musk is getting the Hollywood treatment. Variety reports that indie movie studio A24 has won the rights to adapt Walter Isaacson's recent biography about the business magnate, with "Black Swan" and "Requiem for a Dream" director Darren Aronofsky slated to direct. There's no official word on who's playing Musk yet, though there's plenty of wild suggestions online. According to
Quordle today - hints and answers for Saturday, November 11 (game #656)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
It's time for your daily dose of Quordle hints, plus the answers for both the main game and the Daily Sequence spin off. Quordle is the only one of the many Wordle clones that I'm still playing now, around 18 months after the daily-word-game craze hit the internet, and with good reason: it's fun, but also difficult. What's more, its makers (now the online dictionary Merriam-Webster) are also keep
Pilot Who Tried To Crash Alaska Airlines Plane Dishes On Mushroom-Fueled Episode
View from the Wing / 7h
He'd gotten together with friends to celebrate his friend who had died, and he mixed mushrooms and alcohol - and days later thought he was dreaming and couldn't wake up. All he was trying to do was wake up and that's why he tried to kill the engines, and also tried to open the plane's emergency exit once taken to the back. He even says that the grabbed a coffee pot from the galley and drank it st
Use This Tool to Get the Best Deal on Rewards Travel
Lifehacker / 7h
When booking flights with travel rewards, it can be confusing to figure out whether you’re actually getting the best deal, especially if you’re trying to compare itineraries using points and miles across several airline websites or credit card portals. Read more...
Save up to 50% on Amazon purchases using just 1 Amex point
500+The Points Guy / 7h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Whether you are getting household staples or getting ready for Amazon’s Black Friday deals, there are many ways to save on Amazon orders . One of the ways to save a lot very quickly comes courtesy of an offer that involves American Express and Amazon. Targeted Amex cardholders can save money when redeeming
Hotel credit card bonuses with low spending requirements
The Points Guy / 7h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Some hotel credit cards , such as the Hilton Honors Aspire Card from American Express , offer sky-high welcome bonuses of 100,000 points points or more. But you’ll usually need to spend several thousand dollars in the first few months to earn the biggest bonuses. If that’s not ideal for you, don’t worry —
Black Friday is two weeks away - shop the 40 best deals I recommend right now
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
The 2023 Black Friday deals event is now just two weeks away, and while the old adage was that you could only find the very best offers on Black Friday itself, that is not the case anymore. Excellent Black Friday deals are available right now thanks to a host of retailers that have already launched sales, like Walmart, Best Buy, Target, Lowe's, and Amazon. That means you can score a record-low pr
SAG-AFTRA's Board Approves Tentative Agreement With the AMPTP
Gizmodo / 8h
Following the news Wednesday night that the SAG-AFTRA strike had come to an end after nearly 120 days , supporters have been waiting to hear more details about the tentative agreement. Today, union president Fran Drescher, national executive director and chief negotiator Duncan Crabtree-Ireland , and others held a press… Read more...
CMF by Nothing kicks off global expansion – here's where you can buy their products
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Nothing’s CMF sub-brand is leaving the United Kingdom as the company is rolling out its product range to 14 more countries around the world “to meet the increasing demand.” The full list can be found on the company’s official website . The countries include, but are not limited to, the United States, Japan, Thailand, Australia, Mexico, and Brazil. This is just the start as Nothing has plans to gr
Get the Bose Smart Soundbar 900 for Its Lowest Price Yet
Lifehacker / 8h
People get 4K TVs because they want to enjoy movies and TV shows the best way possible, but most people forget to improve another equally important component: the sound. Generally speaking, TV audio is terrible . What good is it to have a 4K TV if you can’t understand the dialogue? If you’re in the market for a great… Read more...
What Inspired Dominic Monaghan's Performance in Moriarty?
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Protective vaccination rates falling out of reach in US; exemptions hit record
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Enlarge / A child getting a vaccination on February 19, 2021, in Bonn, Germany. (credit: Getty | Ute Grabowsky ) For the third consecutive year, kindergartners across the US have fallen short of reaching the protective threshold of 95 percent vaccination coverage, and vaccine exemptions have reached an all-time high of 3 percent, according to a new study led by researchers at the Centers for Dise
Alexa just cost Amazon another $46.7 million
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge / The first Amazon Echo speaker. (credit: Luke MacGregor/Bloomberg via Getty Images) A Delaware federal court has ordered Amazon to pay $46.7 million for infringing on four patents belonging to VB Assets with Amazon's Echo smart speakers and Alexa virtual assistant. A lawsuit from Nuance Communications-owned VB Assets, previously known as VoiceBox Technologies, claimed to have already inv
The Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 Is at Its Lowest Price Right Now
Lifehacker / 8h
Microsoft Surface laptops are a great alternative for those who don’t like the flappy cover of the tablet hybrid Surface Pro laptops but love everything else about them. Until Nov. 15, you can get a new Microsoft Surface Laptop 4 for $599.99 (normally $1,199) from Woot, which is $200 cheaper than Best Buy’s current… Read more...
Earn up to 15 points per dollar spent at Rakuten: Increased holiday cash-back shopping bonuses have begun
100+The Points Guy / 8h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. It’s beginning to look a lot like holiday shopping deal time. One of the most popular online shopping sites that awards cash back for shopping online is Rakuten , and it has already started increasing cash-back payouts on some popular retailers ahead of the holiday season. But remember, with Rakuten, you c
David Harbour Teases His Frankenstein for DC's Creature Commandos
Gizmodo / 9h
The holidays have begun and hot off the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike, actor David Harbour was excited to talk about his DC Studios future. Read more...
Use 'Elaborative Interrogation' to Challenge Yourself While Studying
Lifehacker / 9h
When you’re studying, you can try to simply memorize phrases and facts, but you should really be trying to retain concepts for the long term. One way you can do that is by using “elaborative interrogation,” a technique that helps you learn more effectively by challenging the facts you’re going over. Read more...
Michelle Yeoh gets bloody in 'The Brothers Sun' trailer
Mashable / 9h
Ever wanted to see Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh dismember a dead body? Then check out the teaser trailer for Netflix's The Brothers Sun . The new action comedy and family drama kicks off when the head of a powerful Taiwanese triad is assassinated. His eldest son, famed killer Charles "Chairleg" Sun (Justin Chien) moves to Los Angeles to protect his mother Eileen (Yeoh) and sheltered younger
Your Southwest Rapid Rewards points will be worth less in 2024
The Points Guy / 9h
Planning to book a trip in 2024? Well, flying to your next destination via Southwest Airlines has just gotten a little more expensive — at least when it comes to using your Southwest Rapid Rewards points. If you are a Southwest Rapid Rewards member, you may casually skim (or skip altogether) reading every word in your Rapid Rewards account statement. As first reported by Frequent Miler and confir
Stop Letting Your Babies Play With Dog Food
Gizmodo / 9h
A salmonella outbreak in humans has been traced back to a very-not-human source: dog food. Federal health officials determined that at least seven people, mostly infants, have gotten sick from certain brands of dry dog food. Mid America Pet Food, the company implicated in the outbreak, recalled all of its dog and cat… Read more...
Dealmaster: Apple watches, TV mega-deals, headphone sales, and more
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Enlarge / The Apple Watch Ultra using the Backtrack breadcrumb feature within the compass. (credit: Corey Gaskin) Today's Dealmaster piles up some sweet headphone deals, more TV and soundbar sales as brands look to move last year's models, excellent Apple deals, the continuation of Herman Miller's close-out for gaming and office chairs, and much more. Featured deals Apple Watch Ultra (GPS + Cellu
The Humane AI Pin is a bizarre cross between Google Glass and a pager
22Ars Technica - All content / 9h
The Humane AI Pin. It has a magnetic back, so it sticks to your clothing like a name tag. [credit: Humane ] Not since Magic Leap has a "next-generation" hardware company been so hyped while showing so little. Everyone in the tech world has been freaking out about this new pocket protector thing that wants to "replace your smartphone." It's called the " Humane AI Pin ." As far as we can tell, it's
The GeForce RTX 4090 has a more powerful sibling with twice the memory that few people know — meet the fantastic L40S, the cheaper alternative to the uber-expensive Nvidia H100
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Nvidia’s H100 GPU is among the most popular products the tech giant has launched in recent years, albeit with some notable pricing concerns and lengthy delays on orders. Luckily, there are more cost effective alternatives that customers may not be aware of - namely the L40S series. This powerful sibling GPU to the H100 offers twice the memory and is a cheaper option for those without the financia
After ISS Retires, European Astronauts Might Hop on Airbus's Commercial Space Station
Gizmodo / 9h
In an effort to secure precious access to low Earth orbit, the European Space Agency (ESA) signed an agreement with Airbus and Voyager Space for the use of their commercial space station which is currently under development as a replacement for the International Space Station (ISS). Read more...
Southwest Airlines Points Will Become Worth Less On January 1
View from the Wing / 9h
Southwest Airlines will devalue its points by about 4% on January 1, 2024. The Rapid Rewards program announced several changes a month ago to much fanfare, but this one they buried. Continue reading ...
How to Blind Bake a Pie Crust (Because You Probably Should)
Lifehacker / 9h
Baking a pie or tart is theoretically simple—filling goes in the crust, bake, and eat. But the devil is in the details, as they say, and one part of the fine print is blind baking. In order to prevent a gummy, soggy crust from plaguing your pie’s undercarriage, you’ll need to master this technique. Luckily, it’s… Read more...
Here Are the Top AI Stories You Missed This Week
Gizmodo / 9h
If you’re behind on what’s happening with the robot uprising, have no fear. Here’s a quick look at some of the weirdest and wildest artificial intelligence news from the past week. Also, don’t forget to check out our weekly AI write-up, which will go into more detail on this same topic. Read more...
The Witcher Is Returning to Animation, and Bringing a New-Old Voice With It
100+Gizmodo / 9h
We’re going to be waiting a long while before Geralt’s live-action adventures —complete with a new face —continue on Netflix. But that’s not to say the Witcher won’t be witching any time soon either, thanks to a new movie—starring a very familiar voice. Read more...
A new ski-friendly Grand Hyatt is coming to Utah’s Deer Valley
34The Points Guy / 9h
Get ready, skiers: Deer Valley Resort in Park City, Utah, is getting a brand-new hotel perfect for Hyatt loyalists: the Grand Hyatt Deer Valley. Set to open in late 2024, the Grand Hyatt Deer Valley will offer guests 387 “expansive” guest rooms, including 40 suites, according to a statement from Hyatt . For real die-hard fans of the area, there will also be 55 private residences, in case you’ve b
Netflix's The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep movie will reunite you with Geralt, but not Henry Cavill
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Netflix has announced The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep , a brand-new animated set in its Witcher-Verse starring everyone's favorite monster hunter Geralt. Revealed during its Geeked Week 2023 celebrations, The Witcher 's latest spin-off project is sure to make waves on Netflix when it arrives in late 2024. In news that's sure to delight long-time Witcher fans, Sirens of the Deep sees iconic voice
Senate Leaders Plan to Prolong NSA Surveillance Using a Must-Pass Bill
48Wired / 9h
Top senate officials are planning to save the Section 702 surveillance program by attaching it to a crucial piece of legislation. Critics worry a chance to pass privacy reforms will be missed.
NASA Astronauts Let a Tool Bag Drift Away and You Can Now Spot It With Binoculars
Futurism / 9h
Tool Around Want to spy the aftermath of astronauts comically screwing up on the job? Well, bust out the binoculars! There's a wayward tool bag currently floating in orbit after it was accidentally lost — and there's a good chance you can spot it from the ground, according to EarthSky . The "orbital oopsie" occurred last week, when NASA astronauts Jasmin Moghbeli and Loral O'Hara were conducting
Score bonus miles: Register now for United’s latest Mile Play promotion
500+The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with the latest information. United Airlines has launched a new round of Mile Play promotions , which award bonus miles to targeted members after they complete specific tasks. Now’s a good time to check your eligibility and register — even if you’re unsure about your upcoming travel plans. Most TPG staff members have received targeted off
Nerf, Cabbage Patch Kids Inducted Into the National Toy Hall of Fame
24Gizmodo / 10h
Nerf was inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame Friday, as the longtime fan favorite secured its legacy as one of the greatest toys of all time. Nerf blasters were the coveted toy of any 90s child, and its foam balls, originally released in the 1960s, unleashed indoor sports for countless children when the… Read more...
The NSA Seems Pretty Stressed About the Threat of Chinese Hackers in US Critical Infrastructure
44Wired / 10h
US government officials continue to warn that the public and private sectors need to identify and root out China-backed attackers lurking in industrial control systems.
Masters of the Universe: Revolution Teases Keith David's Hordak
61Gizmodo / 10h
You could hand Keith David a phone book to read and he’d make it sound commanding and impressive—but it’s even cooler to hear him voicing Hordak on Netflix’s upcoming Masters of the Universe: Revolution , the follow-up to Kevin Smith’s hit Masters of the Universe: Revelation . Read more...
Humane AI Pin Tries to Replace Apple iPhones
Next Big Future / 10h
Humane has made the AI Pin. It seems to be trying to perform the functions of the Star Trek Next Generation comm badges and the Star Trek Discovery Tricomm badges. The humane AI Pin is trying to get to a Universal Translator function and various forms of voice and hand gesture activation. It is a ... Read more
Doomsday Lurks in New Clip From Netflix's Leave the World Behind
25Gizmodo / 10h
It’s never good when your TV stops working—for many reasons, some of which Netflix itself could quickly rattle off. But it’s really never good when the forces of nature around you start acting very oddly, as we see in this new clip from Mr. Robot creator Sam Esmail ’s new Netflix film, Leave the World Behind . Read more...
You Can Get a Digi Pen for $40 Right Now
Lifehacker / 10h
The Digi Pen is a lower-cost alternative to the Apple Pencil, and it’s on sale for $39.99 right now (reg. $99). The Digi Pen is iPad compatible and has a 1.2mm fine tip that can be used for drawing, writing, sketching, or painting, the it also has palm rejection, so you can touch the screen while drawing on it. It has… Read more...
prettygirl-county:Diana Ross finishing a rib, 1980s
Music, Arts & Literature / 10h
prettygirl-county : Diana Ross finishing a rib, 1980s
NYC Mayor's Phones and iPad Seized by FBI, Report Says
Gizmodo / 10h
The Federal Bureau of Investigations confiscated New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ two cell phones and his iPad this week in a federal corruption investigation into his 2021 campaign, according to The New York Times . Read more...
How an average Joe became 'The Holdovers' cheered scene-stealer
Mashable / 10h
Out of The Holdovers ' premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival, Alexander Payne's latest film won praise from critics for the triple-hander's lead performances from Academy Award-nominee Paul Giamatti, Only Murders in the Building star Da'Vine Joy Randolph, and newcomer Dominic Sessa. However, at the movie's second public screening, it was an unknown actor with one on-camera line that
Netflix Reveals a New Look at Its 3 Body Problem Adaptation—and Its Release Date
100+Gizmodo / 10h
We’ve known since 2020 that Game of Thrones co-creators David Benioff and D.B. Weiss would be shepherding 3 Body Problem, Netflix’s series adaptation of Chinese author Liu Cixin’s acclaimed sci-fi novel—and we’ve known since 2021 who was going to star in it . Now, we know when it’s arriving: March 21, 2024. Read more...
SpaceX Employees Suffer Broken Bones, Head Injuries Due to Company's Disregard of Safety, Report Claims
90Gizmodo / 10h
SpaceX has undoubtedly cemented its position as a leader in the emerging space industry, but that may have come at a painful price. A shocking new investigation by Reuters documents 600 workplace injuries and one death at Elon Musk’s rocket company, highlighting a dangerous disregard for safety practices for the sake… Read more...
Southwest Points Will Be Worth Less In 2024
37One Mile at a Time / 10h
Southwest Airlines will be devaluing its points in 2024. If it’s any consolation, at least the program is providing some advance notice? Southwest devaluing points in January 2024 As flagged by Danny the Deal Guru , as of January 1, 2024, Southwest Rapid Rewards points will be worth a bit less. Rapid Rewards is a revenue based frequent flyer program, and with this change, the number of Rapid Rewa
Netflix's new mind-bending sci-fi series 3 Body Problem will give you virtual reality nightmares
20TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Netflix has released the first clip for its new mind-bending TV show 3 Body Problem , and it might make you reconsider buying a virtual reality (VR) headset. Based on the Liu Cixin's critically-acclaimed sci-fi novel The Three Body Problem , the forthcoming Netflix series looks like it'll be the next must-see TV show to debut on the world's best streaming service . And, after its first teaser tra
Everything Valve Upgraded on the New Steam Deck OLED
Lifehacker / 10h
This week, gamers enjoyed a welcome surprise: The announcement of Valve’s new Steam Deck OLED . On top of offering the same great software system as the OG Steam Deck , the new Steam Deck OLED offers some minimal (but also important) upgrades to Valve’s handheld. Here are the major takeaways. Read more...
How to plan an epic road trip through Grand Teton and Yellowstone national parks
41The Points Guy / 10h
The singular scenery of northwestern Wyoming — otherworldly geysers and hot springs, serene alpine lakes, jaw-dropping canyons — inspired the very concept of a national park system. In fact, in 1872, Yellowstone National Park became the world’s first national park. And, at 3,472 square miles (it’s about two-thirds the size of Connecticut), Yellowstone is also the second-largest national park in t
More Parents Are Finding Excuses to Not Vaccinate Their Kids, CDC Data Shows
38Gizmodo / 10h
Parents are increasingly finding ways to keep their children unvaccinated as they enter kindergarten, new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows. The percentage of parents claiming vaccine exemptions for their children has increased nationwide this year, with many states rising over 5%.… Read more...
Loki's Finale Fulfills a Destiny Burdened With Glorious Purpose
100+Gizmodo / 10h
In the season two finale of Disney+ and Marvel Studios’ Loki —which circles back to the same title as Loki season one, episode one, “Glorious Purpose”—everything falls into place, creating an ouroboros of its own making that seals Loki’s fate. Read more...
The best Black Friday AirPods deal is back - get the AirPods 2 for a stunning price of $69
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
After running out of stock, Walmart has the best Black Friday AirPods deal back, and we don't think it will last long. The retailer has Apple's 2nd-generation AirPods on sale right now for a stunning price of just $69 (was $129). That's a new record-low price and the cheapest AirPods on the market, making it not only the best Black Friday Airpods deal but one of the best overall Black Friday deal
Police Scanned Beyoncé Concert for Pedophiles, Terrorists
Futurism / 11h
I Spy Welsh police said they used facial recognition software to scan audience members streaming into a Beyoncé Knowles-Carter concert in May to catch anybody suspected of terrorism or pedophilia, the BBC reports , in a revelation that raises questions about privacy and discrimination with the still-flawed tech . "It seemed to me entirely sensible," South Wales Police and Crime Commissioner Alun
Quick Points: Get your fourth or fifth night free on hotel award stays
39The Points Guy / 11h
Redeeming points for free hotel stays is a great way to save money on your travels. But what’s even better is maximizing your redemptions so that you get an award night for no points at all. It sounds too good to be true, but it’s not. Several major hotel chains provide opportunities to pick up the fourth or fifth night free on award stays. You just have to know how to book them. Getting a free n
Qualcomm's satellite texting plan is dead because phone makers aren't interested
Engadget / 11h
Back in January, Qualcomm announced Snapdragon Satellite , a project that aimed to let Android users send texts via satellite when they don't have cell service. It would have been the company's answer to Apple's emergency SOS feature that debuted in the iPhone 14 lineup . However, the initiative hasn't worked out as Qualcomm hoped. Qualcomm is ending its Snapdragon Satellite partnership with sate
The Price of Olive Oil Is Too Damn High
Lifehacker / 11h
Olive oil has many known benefits, from the subtle taste it imparts to food to its status as a heart-healthy food. In recent months, due to weather-related shortages, the cost of olive oil has more than doubled. Given the rising prices, and the scarcity of it, you might be wondering when it’s OK to substitute in a… Read more...
Valve Says a Steam Deck 2 Is Still 'Two or Three Years' Out
Gizmodo / 11h
Valve recently revealed the Steam Deck OLED , an updated version of the Steam Deck with a new OLED display and better battery. While the company has called the new handheld the “definitive first generation Steam Deck,” it’s not quite a Steam Deck 2. If anyone is wondering when a proper successor for the Steam Deck will… Read more...
Polestar tackles softening EV demand with new tech and next-gen vehicles
26TechCrunch / 11h
Polestar showcased this week its vision for the future: new tech and next-generation vehicles that the Swedish EV company owned by China’s Geely Holdings hopes will spark sales and spur an era of growth. The inaugural Polestar Day event in Los Angeles — designed to sell investors and journalists on its potential for a profitable […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
More B-21 Raider Flight Pictures
Next Big Future / 11h
The Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider is an American strategic bomber under development for the United States Air Force (USAF) by Northrop Grumman. As part of the Long Range Strike Bomber (LRS-B) program, it is to be a long-range, stealth intercontinental strategic bomber for the USAF, able to deliver conventional and thermonuclear weapons. The Air Force ... Read more
First Flights of the B-21 Stealth Bomber Caught on Camera
Next Big Future / 11h
The new B-21 Stealth bomber has been photographed having its first test flights. The B-21 will have half of the payload of a B-2 bomber but it will have more range and will be much harder to detect. #BREAKINGB-21 RAIDER FIRST FLIGHT #RAIDER33 #B21Raider 11-10-23 pic.twitter.com/G8dr87bAa4 — Matt Hartman (@ShorealoneFilms) November 10, 2023 B-21 RAIDER ... Read more
Small Modular Reactors are a Shrinkflation Failure with Nuclear Energy
Next Big Future / 11h
Everyone knows about shrinkflation in the grocery store. Prices have risen about 20-80% over the last three years so product makers try to give you less for around the same price. This shrinkflation is even worse for nuclear power plants. It used to be $2 billion for a 1000 megawatts of nuclear power plant in ... Read more
Apple discriminated against US citizens in hiring, DOJ says
27Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge / Apple Store at Garden State Plaza mall on November 4, 2023, in Paramus, New Jersey. (credit: Getty Images | Gary Hershorn ) Apple illegally discriminated against US citizens and other US residents in its hiring and recruitment practices for certain types of positions that went to foreign workers, the US Department of Justice said yesterday . Apple agreed to pay up to $25 million in back
Doctor Who's Russell T. Davies Thinks the Daleks Need a 'Good Pause'
100+Gizmodo / 11h
The Daleks are Doctor Who ’s most persistent foe, and for many the ultimate test of just how a new actor slips into the role is how they handle going up against the legendary pepperpots . But Ncuti Gatwa might not get that test for a long while, if returning showrunner Russell T. Davies has his way. Read more...
Max and Netflix Rumored to Be Working on a $10 Streaming Bundle
27Gizmodo / 11h
A new report suggests that Verizon customers may soon be able to snag a subscription combining the ad-tier Max and Netflix options for just $10. That’s a significant discount; as separate subscriptions, the ad-tier costs for those services run $9.99 per month and $6.99 per month , respectively. Read more...
AI makes you worse at what you’re good at
22TechCrunch / 11h
Welcome to Startups Weekly. Sign up here to get it in your inbox every Friday. If you’ve been following along with this newsletter, you’ll have noticed that I’ve been a little bit curious about AI — especially generative AI. I’m likely not the first person to make this observation, but AIs are extremely, painfully average. […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
End of the road for top-tier airline status: Why I’m not even going to try to requalify
100+The Points Guy / 11h
It’s the homestretch of 2023, my work trips for the year are just about over, and for the first time in ages, I’m not doing anything in November or December to try and requalify for airline elite status. No last-minute mileage runs (which were always kind of a bad idea ), no routing flights in a way to earn extra segments, no shifting all my spending to my airline cobranded credit card , no buyin
8 current promotions for buying points and miles
1KThe Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Loyalty programs are a huge moneymaker for airlines and hotel companies because they have many revenue streams. One of these revenue streams is selling airline miles and hotel points directly to travelers. This gives the program an immediate cash injection as travelers prepay for future travel. However, it
Check to See If Your Tax Bracket Is Changing for 2024
Lifehacker / 11h
On Thursday, the IRS released its annual adjustments for the 2024 tax year, which include changes to income tax brackets and a higher standard deduction. These shifts happen every year to account for “ bracket creep ,” which causes people to pay more in taxes due to inflation without actually earning more income. Read more...
In Images: Remembering Legendary NASA Astronaut Frank Borman
53Gizmodo / 11h
Frank Borman, born in 1928, emerged as one of the most influential figures in the history of space exploration. As a test pilot, astronaut, and commander of the groundbreaking Apollo 8 mission, Borman’s career spanned the heights of the Cold War space race. Read more...
The Super Mario Bros. Movie is coming to Netflix on December 3
Engadget / 11h
That Netflix subscription you're suddenly paying another couple of bucks for every month will soon give you a bit more value for money. The Super Mario Bros. Movie — the second highest-grossing film of the year so far after Barbie — is coming to Netflix on December 3. It's been a Peacock streaming exclusive since early August . Peacock has 28 million paid subscribers, while Netflix has around 74
Meta Will Now be Able to Sell Its New Budget VR Headset in China
Gizmodo / 12h
After 14 years of no access to China, Meta has finally managed to strike a deal with the Chinese videogame maker and the world’s largest videogame company, Tencent Holdings. Starting in late 2024, Meta will be able to sell their new lower-cost virtual-reality headset in China. Read more...
SEC Chair Says Fine, Go Ahead and Start FTX Up Again
Futurism / 12h
Law-Abiding Citizens The head of the Securities and Exchange Commission has said that it's chill for FTX to be rebooted — as long as whoever does it follows the law for a change. In an interview with CNBC , SEC chair Gary Gensler responded — forgive us — bullishly to reports that former New York Stock Exchange president Tom Farley is reportedly shortlisted to buy the remnants of FTX. "If Tom or a
Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg details Tumblr’s future after re-org
TechCrunch / 12h
This week, WordPress.com owner Matt Mullenweg confirmed his company would be shifting the majority of Tumblr’s workforce to other areas at parent company Automattic in light of the social blogging site’s continued financial woes. After acknowledging and explaining the meaning behind a leaked internal memo detailing the staff changes, Mullenweg then went on to field […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All righ
Slot Controversy: How U.S. Airlines Compete for Tokyo’s Prime Real Estate
View from the Wing / 12h
In the battle for limited takeoff and landing slots at Tokyo's Haneda Airport, U.S. airlines like Delta, American, and United vied for positions, with Delta receiving the most slots despite not having a Japanese airline partner. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) now faces decisions on slot reallocations, as Delta relinquishes its Portland-Tokyo route and other airlines propose routes th
You Can Already Record Apple Vision Pro Videos on Your iPhone
Lifehacker / 12h
Apple’s Vision Pro headset , the company’s first venture into mixed reality, isn’t due to hit shelves until early 2024, but you can already create content for it. So long as you have the right iPhone running the right version of iOS, you can shoot three-dimensional videos only viewable on Apple’s forthcoming $3,500… Read more...
Exclusive Black Friday deal: the MyHeritage DNA Kit is just $32 for TechRadar readers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
DNA kits make fantastic gift ideas, and just in time for the holidays, MyHeritage DNA is offering an exclusive Black Friday deal for TechRadar readers. For a limited time, you can get the MyHeritage DNA kit plus a free 30-day trial on the Complete plan for just $32 when you use the code TechRadar32 at checkout . That's a total savings of $57 and an incredible price for the highly-rated DNA testin
Red Flannel Festival in Cedar Springs, Michigan
Music, Arts & Literature / 12h
electronicsquid : (Walter Sanders. 1949?)
Should US Airlines Greatly Expand First Class?
100+One Mile at a Time / 12h
I’d like to throw an idea out there, and I think it’ll make for an interesting discussion. I’m curious to hear what y’all think. Long story short, I think one major US airline should differentiate itself by drastically increasing the size of its first class cabin on many domestic aircraft. I’m not just talking an extra row, but a lot more than that. Let me explain… Airline executives say premium
World of Hyatt card vs. Hilton Surpass card: Battle of the mid-tier hotel credit cards
The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Although sometimes overlooked, hotel credit cards can be a lucrative addition to any wallet. Many of these cards offer generous sign-up bonuses or welcome offers, incredible hotel redemptions and free night perks. We’ll look at two mid-tier hotel credit cards: the World of Hyatt Credit Card and the Hilton
Unlimited cloud storage provider used ancient technique to boost upload speeds — Son of Intel's Robson makes a timid return with SSD cache but on a much, much bigger scale
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Blackblaze claims to have achieved upload speeds on its B2 Cloud Storage platform that are up to 30% faster than AWS S3 by tapping into a “shard stash” based on solid-state drives (SSDs). When customers previously uploaded small files to Blackblaze B2, the data was written to several hard drives, and these had to be completed before returning a response to the client. But data is now written to H
TC+ Roundup: Know your goals before taking the plunge
TechCrunch / 12h
It’s not enough to just know your business model and potential TAM. You also have to consider your personal goals. © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Amazon Fire Tablets and other gear will reportedly switch away from Android
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Enlarge (credit: Getty Images / What Hi-Fi Magazine) Amazon has been working on an in-house replacement for its Android-based Fire OS, codenamed "Vega" and built for easier app development, according to reporting from Janko Roettgers at Lowpass . Based on job listings , multiple sources, forum posts, and unguarded LinkedIn boasts, Roettgers writes that Amazon has been working on Vega since at lea
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Review: The Simple Pleasures of a Simple Phone
Gizmodo / 12h
Samsung didn’t release any new lower-cost, lower-powered “fan edition” phone last year in the months since it released the Galaxy S22. Instead, the company took its time and gave it a full year before it could come out with a full refresh . This means the Galaxy S23 FE, at its $600, benefits from a good deal of time… Read more...
US Nuclear Reactors Cost 5 to 10 Times More Than China
Next Big Future / 12h
A small modular nuclear reactor by NuScale is getting canceled because it would have produced 450 Megawatts and cost over $9 billion. The Vogtle Unit 3 and unit 4 are each 1,114 megawatt (MW) AP1000 nuclear reactors, and they will cost a combined $30 billion. The US was trying to shift to small modular nuclear ... Read more
New AAdvantage Business Program Makes Citi Card Must-Have
View from the Wing / 12h
American Airlines is replacing its small business program, Business ExtrAA , and the new AAdvantage Business . Continue reading ...
The Easiest Way to Hide iPhone Notifications While Screen Recording
Lifehacker / 12h
It’s so annoying when unwanted notifications interrupt your recording of your iPhone’s screen. It’s a telltale sign that the clip you’re watching online was just ripped off someone’s iPhone, and isn’t actually the video file itself. While the notifications can be innocent, they might be personal, and you’d rather…
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