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American Airlines Abandons Seattle Long Haul Flights
5KOne Mile at a Time / 10h
While American Airlines had already suspended international service out of Seattle, it looks like this isn’t just temporary. Has American had a bad strategy in Seattle, or just bad luck? American’s Seattle international gateway aspirations Prior to 2020, American spent years growing its long haul service out of Los Angeles (LAX), as the airline was increasingly making that its transpacific gatewa
Apple AirTag 4-pack on sale with larger discount now — save on tracking your luggage
1KThe Points Guy / 4h
Editor’s note: This post has been updated with new information. Pricing and availability are accurate as of 10 a.m. EST on Nov. 19. There’s no cheaper and more reliable way to keep tabs on where your things are nowadays than by using Apple AirTags . For a pretty low price, you can keep an eye on where your pets, keys and even checked bags are. As of this writing, a four-pack of Apple AirTags is a
Meta shutters its Responsible AI team
34Mashable / 3h
According to reports, tech giant Meta is disbanding its Responsible AI team and shifting them towards its generative AI work. An internal memo obtained by The Information revealed these plans late Saturday night. SEE ALSO: Mark Zuckerberg vetoed attempts to address teen mental health on Meta platforms, new lawsuit alleges The internal document cited in the report states that most of the Responsib
A little ride from Midtown to Woodbridge via MLK. 🚲 10/3/2023
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OpenAI fallout: Everything that's happened since Sam Altman's firing
Mashable / 21min
Artificial intelligence is the current tech industry hype. And OpenAI is by far the leading company in the AI space. OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman was quickly becoming the face of AI as a whole. That's why it was such a shock when OpenAI's board of directors suddenly announced on Friday evening that Altman was gone from the company. Then, less than 24 hours later, reports quickly spread that OpenAI was
Jujutsu Kaisen Studio MAPPA is Breaking Under Crunch Allegations
Gizmodo / 47min
For years, animation studio MAPPA has been noteworthy for the quality of the anime it puts out, which includes widely beloved shonen like Attack on Titan, Vinland Saga, and Jujutsu Kaisen . At the same time, it’s been noted that the 12-year-old studio has a habit of taking on a lot of projects at once, with allegations… Read more...
Remember to Garden Your Reservations After You Book Them
View from the Wing / 1h
I find it's worth checking a booking right after you make it to make sure everything was done correctly -- are traveler names accurate? Can you assign seats? Does a partner airline see the booking and does it appear ready for travel? If the reservation is for some time in the future, scroll through your reservations at least once a month. Do it again a few days in advance of travel, too. Continue
Open Channel: How Do You Like Your Remakes?
Gizmodo / 1h
Netflix’s big new release for the weekend is Scott Pilgrim Takes Off , an anime revival of the popular graphic novel series by Bryan Lee O’Malley. It’s a bit of a weird bag; pre-release, O’Malley and BenDavid Grabinski repeatedly said the show would offer something similar to the comic while also being a different… Read more...
This Ninja Foodi DualZone air fryer is cheaper than ever in Amazon's Black Friday sale
Engadget / 1h
If you haven’t yet hopped on the air fryer bandwagon, now is the perfect time to do so thanks to an Amazon Black Friday deal on one of Ninja’s DualZone Foodi air fryers that’s slashed $100 off the normal price. The XL Ninja DZ401 Foodi air fryer, which has two separate cooking compartments, is only $130 right now. The 10-quart beast of an appliance usually costs $230, and this is the best deal on
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Music, Arts & Literature / 2h
gameraboy2 : Théophile Roederer & Co. Champagne by Louis-Théophile Hingre, 1897
Building Next Level Charging Ensures Tesla Semi Dominance
Next Big Future / 2h
Tesla is already dominating electric car charging. All of the car companies selling in North America have agreed to use Tesla superchargers. The Tesla superchargers are the only reliable chargers out there. The Tesla version 4 superchargers can charge at 350 kilowatts. This can add about 200 miles of range to a Semi truck in ... Read more
The Skylight Frame and Calendar Are Great Family Tools
LifeHacker / 3h
If there's a better gift for first-time grandparents than the Skylight Frame, I haven't seen it.
Star Trek's Tawny Newsome Looks Back on Mariner's Reluctant Hero's Journey
32Gizmodo / 3h
Star Trek: Lower Decks has been a riot since its first season, and Tawny Newsome’s Beckett Mariner is a big reason why. Over the course of the show’s four-season run , she’s gone from being a chaotic, self-destructive ensign to...well, still that, but now promoted to a junior grade lieutenant alongside the other Lower… Read more...
Passenger Freaks Out Over Airline Survey, Accidentally Gave Flight Attendant A “1”
View from the Wing / 3h
One passenger worried for a flight attendant on her recent Delta flight after giving the crew a "1" rather than a "5" by mistake. And she's taken to social media to rectify the mis-score. Continue reading ...
Review: Four Seasons Kyoto, Japan
98One Mile at a Time / 4h
During our time in Kyoto , we decided to check out three different hotels — the Four Seasons , the Park Hyatt , and the Ritz-Carlton — which are regarded as among the best hotels in the city. All of these hotels are great, though they offer surprisingly different experiences, each with their pros and cons. In this post I’ll be reviewing the Four Seasons Kyoto. The Four Seasons Kyoto opened in 201
The 15 best hotels near State Farm Arena for your trip to Georgia
The Points Guy / 4h
When you’re heading to Atlanta for a concert, basketball game or another event, you’ll probably want to book one of the best hotels near State Farm Arena to make it easy to get to and from the event. Whether you’re in town to cheer on the Atlanta Hawks or sing along with your favorite band, finding the perfect hotel can make or break your trip. Lucky for you, Atlanta boasts an array of hotels tha
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backstreetsbackalright : onceuponapoet : Aretha Franklin, NYC, 1960 shot by Don Hunstein
Passenger Freaks Out Over Airline Survey, Accidentally Gate Flight Attendant A “1”
View from the Wing / 4h
One passenger worried for a flight attendant on her recent Delta flight after giving the crew a "1" rather than a "5" by mistake. And she's taken to social media to rectify the mis-score. Continue reading ...
How to Extract a Still Image from a Live Photo on iPhone
29How-To Geek / 4h
If you've ever taken a Live Photo on your iPhone , you've basically created a short video clip attached to an image. If you don't like the resulting photo (or want to grab a different one), it's possible to extract a different photo from the video clip that you can save or share. Here's how.
Sam Altman vs Ilya vs AGI at OpenAI
Next Big Future / 4h
There are comments from some OpenAI insiders that the OpenAI executive and board battle will be resolved by the end of today. However, it looks like many key OpenAI will leave for new or other companies. There will be the winning group that stays at OpenAI and then the losing side will go to its ... Read more
The Apple Watch SE drops to a record low of $189 in an Amazon Black Friday deal
Engadget / 4h
There’s never been a better time to buy the Apple Watch SE, which has dipped to a record low price on Amazon in a Black Friday deal. The 40mm second-generation Apple Watch SE (GPS model), released in 2022, is $60 off from its usual price of $249 — making it just $189 right now. That’s the lowest price we’ve seen it hit yet, even cheaper than the former all time low of $200. Despite being Apple’s
How to Remove Audio from a Video Before Sharing It on iPhone
59How-To Geek / 5h
Sometimes, you'd like to share a video with others, but the accompanying audio track is distracting or perhaps introduces privacy concerns. Luckily, there's a quick way to silence a video using Photos on iPhone and iPad. Here's how.
RIP Amazon's Comixology App, Which Dies in December
Gizmodo / 5h
It’s been nearly a full decade since Amazon acquired Comixology . The popular storefront for reading and buying comics online was able to relatively remain its own thing until about early last year when it was hit with a heavily criticized redesign . Things have gotten worse since then: not only did it get caught up Amaz… Read more...
Stadium card stunts and the art of programming a crowd
Engadget / 5h
With college bowl season just around the corner, football fans across the nation will be dazzled, not just by the on-field action, but also by the intricate "card stunts" performed by members of the stadium's audience. The highly-coordinated crowd work is capable of producing detailed images that resemble the pixelated images on computer screens — and which are coded in much the same manner. Mich
Inside Brex and Ramp’s AI ambitions
27TechCrunch / 5h
Welcome back to The Interchange, where we take a look at the hottest fintech news of the previous week. If you want to receive The Interchange directly in your inbox every Sunday, head here to sign up! This week, we dig into spend management companies’ AI aspirations, and one U.K. fintech’s recent growth. AI ambitions At one […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
A four-pack of Apple AirTags is down to $80 in an Amazon Black Friday deal
Engadget / 5h
You can get a four-pack of Apple AirTags at nearly their lowest price ever right now in a Black Friday deal on Amazon . Thanks to a 19 percent discount, the multipack is just $80. That’s like getting four AirTags — normally $30 individually — for $20 apiece. A four-pack usually costs $100, so you don’t want to wait on this one. Amazon is also running a deal on single AirTags, which are currently
Shocking Racism and Assault Scandal At Marriott Renaissance Center
View from the Wing / 6h
Allegations have surfaced against the private security force at the Marriott Renaissance Center, originally founded by General Motors, involving over a dozen years of racially motivated abuse and violence against African American guests and visitors. Incidents include a severe beating resulting in a brain injury to guest Demarko Brown, the detainment and humiliation of an African American woman,
The Invisible War in Ukraine Being Fought Over Radio Waves
33NYT > Technology / 6h
Using electromagnetic waves to flummox and follow smarter weapons has become a critical part of the cat-and-mouse game between Ukraine and Russia. The United States, China and others have taken note.
Nintendo Black Friday deals include a new Switch OLED bundle and discounted games
Engadget / 6h
Nintendo has formally rolled out its set of Black Friday deals for the year. While there aren't any straight cash discounts on Switch hardware, the company is offering a new Switch OLED bundle that pairs the $350 console with a digital copy of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and a three-month individual Nintendo Switch Online subscription for no extra cost. The console's Joy-Con controllers feature a
NCL Food Republic menu: What to order and what to know about Norwegian Cruise Line’s street food restaurant
The Points Guy / 6h
When you see the names of most of Norwegian Cruise Line ‘s alternative dining eateries — Cagney’s Steakhouse, Q Texas Smokehouse, Le Bistro , Moderno Churrascaria — it’s pretty easy to figure out what kind of food they serve. But what about Food Republic? The name alone doesn’t give away too much, which I suspect is part of the reason why it’s been nearly empty every time I’ve eaten there — and t
heaveninawildflower : Vintage poster advertising D. M. Ferry & Co’s Standard Seeds. Wikimedia. This file is licensed un...
Music, Arts & Literature / 6h
heaveninawildflower : Vintage poster advertising D. M. Ferry & Co’s Standard Seeds. Wikimedia. This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported license.
Peloton Row Hands-On: A Beautiful Machine, but Who Is It for?
Gizmodo / 6h
The first thing I noticed about the Row was that it spanned my entire living room. When stored standing upright, it loomed over my apartment like a spaceship from Arrival. I wouldn’t recommend this machine if you live in a one-bedroom apartment like mine. You’re better off with a Peloton Bike , which we loved. Read more...
The reincarnation of totaled Teslas—in Ukraine
84Ars Technica - All content / 6h
Enlarge / This Tesla was judged too damaged to repair and sent to a junkyard. (credit: Courtesy of Max) This summer, a Vancouver car mechanic named Max got a perplexing ping on his phone: Betty White was in Ukraine and needed his help. This was surprising because she had died on a Canadian highway back in January. When Max last saw Betty White, his nickname for his Tesla Model Y Performance, they
How to Get the Size of a File or Directory in Linux
56How-To Geek / 6h
When you use the Linux du command, you obtain both the actual disk usage and the true size of a file or directory. We'll explain why these values aren't the same.
Journey 2030: Etihad Airways Plans Massive Growth
300+One Mile at a Time / 6h
Earlier this year, Etihad Airways’ CEO revealed that the airline had significant growth plans, after spending the past several years shrinking. He has now shared more details about what this will look like. Can the airline grow a bit more sustainably than it did a decade ago? Details of Etihad’s huge growth aspirations Antonoaldo Neves is Etihad’s new CEO as of late 2022 , and he’s determined to
The Real Reason EV Repairs Are So Expensive
32Wired / 7h
Insurers are demanding perfectly good EVs be scrapped, or hiking repair bills from $1,000 to $15,000 for seemingly no good reason. There’s a solution, and it’s in the hands of car companies.
How to Turn Off the Discord Overlay
How-To Geek / 7h
Discord's in-game overlay is an excellent tool for communicating with your friends while gaming. However, if you find that it interrupts your gaming sessions, you can turn it off for all of your games or just specific ones. Here's how.
Ooni Black Friday deals include up to 30 percent off pizza ovens and accessories
Engadget / 7h
Ooni is holding a Black Friday sale , offering all-time-low deals on its highly-rated outdoor pizza makers. The company’s Fyra 12 wood pellet pizza oven is 30 percent off, dropping it to $244 from its standard $349. If that’s out of your holiday budget, Ooni also has the Pizza Steel 13 , a flat surface that upgrades your indoor-baked pizzas, on sale for $70. The Ooni Frya 12 wood pellet pizza ove
Air India Prepares to Add Airbus A350 To Fleet
400+One Mile at a Time / 7h
Air India is undergoing a transformation at the moment, after being privatized . The airline is investing hugely in modernizing its fleet and improving the passenger experience. This includes ordering 470 new aircraft , introducing new cabins , retrofitting existing aircraft , and completely rebranding . Admittedly this has been a slow process, since you can’t reinvent an airline overnight. The a
How to Hide Alcohol and Gambling Ads on YouTube
100+How-To Geek / 7h
Did you know Google allows you to adjust the types of ads you see on the internet? If you don't want to see any alcohol or gambling ads on YouTube—and other types of ads, too—you can opt-out. We'll show you how to do it.
The Best Luxury Gifts for 2023
Wired / 7h
Nine ultra-desirable objects selected purely to appeal to those tricky persons who (almost) already have everything.
Weber Griddle Review: Pile on the Pancakes and Bacon
Wired / 7h
Weber's gas-powered griddle is an excellent tool for anyone who cooks for large groups, who's annoyed by grill grates, or whose favorite meal is breakfast.
How Many Microbes Does It Take to Make You Sick?
22Wired / 7h
Exposure to a virus isn’t an all-or-nothing proposition. The concept of “infectious dose” suggests there are simple ways to stay safer from harm.
Controversial Instagram Reel Of Older People Riding Suitcases Sparks Debate [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 8h
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 ...
How to Create Voiceovers With ChatGPT's Conversational Feature
How-To Geek / 8h
ChatGPT Plus now has a conversational mode with some of the best voice synthesis we've heard to date, so why waste those slick voices chatting when you could use them to create professional-sounding voiceovers for your videos, presentations, or podcasts?
View of men and women reading at Jefferson Branch Library, Detroit Public Library. Room is furnished…
Music, Arts & Literature / 8h
View of men and women reading at Jefferson Branch Library, Detroit Public Library. Room is furnished with tables and chairs; bookshelves in background. 1955. Burton Historical Collection, Detroit Public Library
Cities: Skylines 2’s troubled launch, and why simulation games are freaking hard
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge (credit: Paradox Interactive) The worst thing about Cities: Skylines 2 is that it was recently released. If this hugely ambitious city builder simulation would have been released some time ago, patched over and over again, and updated with some gap-filling DLC, it would be far better off. It could be on its slow-burn second act, like No Man’s Sky , Cyberpunk 2077 , or Final Fantasy XIV .
Sensible power output makes the DBA Mini eMastered a huge amount of fun
Ars Technica - All content / 8h
Enlarge / David Brown Automotive makes modernized minis with electric power for well-heeled buyers. (credit: David Brown Automotive) Have you ever thought: "I wonder what a $150,000 classic Mini would be like?" If so, you're in luck, because David Brown Automotive (DBA) has just the car for you: the Mini eMastered. It's a classic Mini, powered by electricity, and it costs a lot of money. You'll b
Amazing: Chase Freedom Unlimited Double Rewards Bonus
One Mile at a Time / 8h
Link: Apply now for the Chase Freedom Unlimited® Several weeks ago, we saw an absolutely amazing welcome bonus rolled out on the no annual fee Chase Freedom Unlimited® . If you don’t yet have this card, this should absolutely motivate you to apply, as we’ve never seen a more lucrative welcome bonus on this product. I wanted to post a reminder of this, as it’s anyone’s guess how long this will sti
Actors are concerned about AI terms in new SAG-AFTRA contract
24Mashable / 8h
The Screen Actors Guild – American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) strike may be over , but concerns about artificial intelligence regulations in the union's new contract with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers (AMPTP) have given actors pause. SAG-AFTRA members are currently voting to ratify the new contract, with the vote ending Dec. 5. Union leadershi
With Amo, the founder of Zenly wants to make social apps social again
TechCrunch / 9h
In 2018, I wrote a TechCrunch article stating that 2018 was “the year social networks were no longer social.” Reflecting on that article, I’m not sure that 2018 was the turning point. But the premise of the article still holds up well. At some point, social networks were no longer about connecting with your closest […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
This Gaming Seat Brought My Formula 1 Racing Fantasies to Life
28Wired / 9h
If you’re addicted to sim racing games, trick out your room with Logitech’s wheel, pedals, and seat.
The Precarious Rise of Disposable Vapes
Wired / 9h
Disposable vapes from brands like Elf Bar and Lost Mary have taken over the ecigarette market and become a hit among young people. Governments are trying to figure out what to do.
How to Charge Your Phone Faster With Adaptive Charging
25Wired / 9h
Your phone battery will slowly wear down over time. Here’s how to make sure it stays healthier for longer.
CLEAR Plus Increases Family Membership Cost
48One Mile at a Time / 9h
CLEAR is a technology company that helps with expediting clearing security at select US airports. The company stores the biometric data of members, allowing them to (typically) skip the ID check, and get straight into the security line. Combined with TSA PreCheck , this is the best setup you can have for clearing security in the US. For those who add others to their CLEAR account through the fami
NYT's The Mini crossword answers for November 19
Mashable / 9h
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times ' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it. So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustr
iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit Review: Everything Your Tech Needs
How-To Geek / 10h
When it comes to our gadgets and devices, the unfortunate reality is things break. There are 102 points of failure in your phone, gaming controller, and smart speaker, and almost any one of them calls for a replacement. The iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit makes sure you're ready for a simple repair instead.
Don't bother using ChatGPT to find Black Friday deals this season — here's why
Mashable / 11h
ChatGPT has been all over the news lately and even lauded as a great way to find holiday gifts , but is it any good at offering credible Black Friday shopping help? In a word, no. Here's what happened when we tried to use ChatGPT for Black Friday deal shopping. From analyzing documents to composing emails, ChatGPT and other AI chatbots certainly have their benefits. But the idea of them replacing
This well-rounded skills learning bundle is under $100
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: As of November 19, get this Lifetime Bundle of StackSkills + Infosec4TC + Stone River , all for just $99.97. Avoid the crowds this year and grab this bundle of education courses for the ambitious learner in your life. Whether they're looking to advance in a current career or want to pick up a new hobby, this 3-course bundle has something for everyone. If you — or someone you know or love —
Score a Sam's Club membership for $20
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: As of November 19, get a Sam's Club membership for only $20 — that's 60% off its regular price of $50. Whether you're a professional working in-person or remotely or a stay-at-home parent in the thick of it all, life can get very busy. And that goes double during the holidays, especially if you're the one hosting. If you're looking for a way to access high-quality products and services at
Grab this heated shoulder massager on sale for $56
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: As of November 19, get this Electrothermal Vibration Massage Shoulder Support Belt for only $55.97 — you'll save 72%. In the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, finding ways to unwind from the craziness and alleviate stress is important. This Electrothermal Vibration Massage Shoulder Support Belt is an innovative solution designed to provide soothing relief to your shoulders while off
Upgrade your website with this ChatGPT plugin for $40
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: As of November 19, get a ChatGPT WordPress Plugin Lifetime License for just $39.97 — an 86% discount. If you run a business or even a social media page, content creation and customer service are generally time-consuming, yet absolutely essential tasks. Using the power of artificial intelligence, you can shave valuable time off your to-do list and let it do the work for you — or someone on
Upgrade your work setup with this MacBook Air for $380
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: As of November 19, get a refurbished Apple MacBook Air for only $379.99 — that's 61% off. With all the choices out there, finding the perfect balance between power, portability, and affordability can be a challenge. However, the refurbished Apple MacBook Air 13.3" (2017) in sleek silver is here to make things a bit easier and can help elevate your computing experience . The MacBook Air is
India and Australia World Cup final shatters streaming records on Hotstar
52TechCrunch / 11h
In India, few events garner as much attention as a cricket game. And there’s no match for a World Cup final. The Sunday game has already topped 59 million concurrent viewers, shattering the 53 million milestone that was set just earlier this week. With no high-profile cricket game any time soon, Hotstar
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