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Mistral AI, a Paris-based OpenAI rival, closed its $415 million funding round
93TechCrunch / 2h
French startup Mistral AI has officially closed its much anticipated Series A funding round. The company has raised €385 million, or $415 million at today’s exchange rate — according to Bloomberg, it values the company at roughly $2 billion. Mistral AI is also opening up its commercial platform today. As a reminder, Mistral AI raised […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use on
Lofi Girl's Christmas music is the perfect playlist of 'cozy beats to get festive to'
40Mashable / 2h
'Tis the damn season for Christmas music , in case you haven't been inundated with the Mariah Carey of it all in every store, Uber ride, and supermarket. Perhaps you're looking for something a little more chill? For you, the internet's patron saint of "beats to relax/study to" has a holiday playlist. One of the most beloved YouTube music channels, Lofi Girl , has a new session called "Christmas l
Sorry, Stranger Things season 5 isn't likely to make its Netflix debut in 2024
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
After a long delay, Stranger Things season 5 will finally start filming in January 2024, according to Variety . Last Friday (December 8), the news outlet suggested the hit Netflix show's final entry will enter full production after the US holiday season. Variety's sources note, however, that an official start date hasn't been settled on yet, so it's unclear when the cameras will start rolling. St
You may be loading your carry-on bags wrong on the plane — how to be sure you get it right
The Points Guy / 23min
Loading your carry-on bag in the overhead bin sounds simple (aside from testing your upper-body strength if you overpacked a bit). But, if you’re still doing it the same exact way you were 10 years ago, as shown in the photo below, the odds are high that you’re doing it wrong on some flights. ZACH GRIFF/THE POINTS GUY While putting your carry-on bag in the overhead bin seems like a straight-forwa
Daily Telescope: Hubble images a dazzling star cluster 158,000 light-years away
Ars Technica - All content / 26min
Enlarge / This striking image shows the densely packed globular cluster known as NGC 2210, which is situated in the Large Magellanic Cloud. (credit: ESA/Hubble & NASA, A. Sarajedini, F. Niederhofer) Welcome to the Daily Telescope . There is a little too much darkness in this world and not enough light, a little too much pseudoscience and not enough science. We'll let other publications offer you
Homey Pro review: A very particular set of home automation skills
Ars Technica - All content / 26min
Enlarge / The Homey Pro, settling in for some quiet network check-ins at dusk. (credit: Kevin Purdy) I know there are people who will want to buy the Homey Pro . I’ve seen them on social media and in various home automation forums, and I’ve even noticed them in the comments on this website. For this type of person, the Homey Pro might serve as a specialized, locally focused smart home hub, one th
The Download: the EU AI Act is here, and preventing deadly cancer
MIT Technology Review / 31min
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 . Why the EU AI Act was so hard to agree on On Saturday, European Union lawmakers announced they’d finally agreed the terms of the final version of the EU AI Act, a major package of laws regulating the industry. To get the full low-down on what’s happened, sign
The 'Florida Joker' from the GTA 6 trailer now wants millions from Rockstar after claiming 'Y'all took my likeness'
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 31min
Grand Theft Auto 6 ( GTA 6 ) finally got its first trailer earlier this month ( December 4 ), and while it arrived to much applause, there was at least one person who didn't look upon it so favorably. One said person is someone who is known as the 'Florida Joker,' Lawrence Sullivan. Recently, he took to Twitter to complain that Rockstar had stolen his likeness: “Y’all took my likeness, y’all took
I’m Getting LASIK Eye Surgery: I’m Excited, I Think?
One Mile at a Time / 33min
I just wanted to share a quick life update, and provide a warning that there might be a bit less content than usual later this week (but hopefully not?)… I finally decided to get LASIK eye surgery Like many people, I don’t have great vision. I’ve never worn contacts — for some reason, it just seems like a lot of effort, and having something directly on my eyes creeps me out (which is entirely irr
My Unconventional Journey From DC To Staten Island With Amtrak’s Sleeper Car
View from the Wing / 45min
I was heading to DC for work and planned to meet my wife and daughter in New York. Our plan changed a bit, and instead of meeting downtown I needed to heat out to Staten Island (gosh, I hadn't been there since late 2018 or early 2019). So my plan to arrive at New York LaGuardia at 5 p.m. on a 7,000 mile award wasn't looking so good. Maybe it would take just an hour to get over to Staten Island, b
View of a traffic signal at the intersection of Woodward Ave. and Grand Blvd. General Motors…
Music, Arts & Literature / 45min
View of a traffic signal at the intersection of Woodward Ave. and Grand Blvd. General Motors building on left. Handwritten on back: “Woodward & Grand Blvd, looking west on Blvd.” Stamped on back: “Dec 11, 1923.” National Automotive History Collection, Detroit Public Library
ChatGPT vs. Perplexity vs. Claude: AI Chatbot Tools Compared
How-To Geek / 48min
Though ChatGPT is the world's most popular AI chatbot, there are plenty of great alternatives out there, including Perplexity and Claude. But what do each of these three AI chatbots offer, and which is best for you?
Google's Year in Search 2023 was ruled by 'The Last of Us'
Mashable / 48min
Released all the way back in January, The Last of Us has dominated Google searches this year. The HBO adaptation of Naughty Dog's beloved game was the most searched for TV show in 2023 globally, and the second most searched for game, despite being released 10 years ago. In a wave of undeniably associated internet thirst , star Pedro Pascal was the fifth most searched for actor, with Hawkeye 's Je
The Nation Magazine to Become Monthly
NYT > Technology / 50min
The progressive publication will move to the new schedule in January, and each issue will be 84 pages instead of 48.
Microsoft is giving Cloud PC a dedicated Windows mode
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 53min
Microsoft has unveiled important updates to Windows 365 Boot that will allow users to boot directly into their Windows 365 Cloud PC instead of their physical device. This new dedicated mode is set to bring a number of benefits, including enhanced security features and administrator control as well as an easier process for workers. The update comes as part of Windows 11 Insider Preview Build 23601
PwC is acquiring Surfaceink, the hardware designer that was once a close partner of Apple’s
TechCrunch / 55min
A lesser-known but significant player in the Silicon Valley tech world is getting acquired today — a move that underscores the changing economics in the world of hardware, and who wants to get more involved in that space. Surfaceink, a company that got its start as Apple’s key hardware engineering partner after the return of […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Gizmodo Monday Puzzle: Do Your Coworkers Make More Money Than You?
Gizmodo / 1h
We all keep secrets. It’s easy to do once you’ve committed to it. Just don’t say anything . But it can be harder when you want to share a little bit of information, without your confidante inferring tea that you didn’t intend to spill. Computer scientists often draw this distinction between security and privacy.… Read more...
For Doom's 30th anniversary, one fan has complied everything that the first-person shooter can run on
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
There have been tons of grand celebrations around Doom's 30th Birthday, but one fan has decided to scour the internet and find every single way you could play the classic first-person shooter . One Twitter user has gone to great lengths to compile everything that can run Doom . There's anything from ultrasound scanners and thermostats to a McDonald's Tetris McNugget and the Resident Evil 4 chains
MacBook Air M3 could launch in March, but there's bad news for desktop Mac users
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
A new leak has claimed that new 13- and 15-inch models of the MacBook Air equipped with Apple’s new M3 chip will be launching in March 2024, following the release of the M3 MacBook Pro and M3 iMac 24-inch in October. The M3 model of the MacBook Air has been hotly anticipated for a while now, with some Apple fans surprised to see Apple prioritizing its Pro laptop over the more popular Air when it
Is Rebel Moon the new Star Wars? An exclusive clip of the Netflix movie sees mixed reactions
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
It's been an interesting week for Rebel Moon , the forthcoming Netflix and cinema release from Zack Snyder. Newly released footage from IGN shows the Bennu, the griffin-inspired creature that looks like something from a Harry Potter film, in an exclusive clip from the film. The three and a half minute clip, which you can watch below, is from the space opera's first film in the trilogy, Rebel Moon
Want the most immersive monitor ever? TCL reckons its new curved 31-inch OLED screen will turn heads
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
TCL just revealed a clutch of new PC monitors at the DTC 2023 (Display Tech Conference) event, one of which is a world first – at least for a consumer screen – in that it’s a dome-shaped display. A what-now? This 31-inch OLED monitor has a screen that is not only curved towards the edges horizontally but also vertically, so the end result is a kind of concave dome (as you can see in the pic above
The Morning After: Apple may launch an M3 MacBook Air in March
Engadget / 1h
According to Bloomberg ’s Mark Gurman, Apple is planning big hardware announcements for early 2024. In his Power On newsletter, Gurman predicts the company will release the next iPad Pro and iPad Air generation in March. Gurman says the M3 MacBook Air will also likely come in March, in the usual 13- and 15-inch configurations. And Apple may kill off the 2020 M1 MacBook Air at that point too. The
VW and Renault could be teaming up to make one of the cheapest EVs so far
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Volkswagen has been courting a number of potential partners with a view to collaborating on and co-creating an electric vehicle that will cost under €20,000 (around $17,000 / $21,500 / AUS$32,850) when it goes on sale in Europe, according to Germany's Handelsblatt newspaper (via Reuters ). Handelsblatt reported that VW's talks have included Renault, although nothing has been set in stone. "We are
How to Make Microsoft Edge Less Annoying
How-To Geek / 1h
Microsoft Edge has many features that most people don't care about, serving to only clutter and confuse, but they remain in the browser to help boost Microsoft's search engine business or other services. If switching to another browser isn't an option, you can turn off most of Edge's annoyances to create an easier web browsing experience.
Light No Fire will feature 'the first real open world' according to Sean Murray
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Easily one of the most surprising announcements from this year’s The Game Awards was Light No Fire , a brand-new survival adventure game by No Man’s Sky developer Hello Games. Set on a giant shared fantasy world, Light No Fire is set to offer a truly planet-size open environment with a scale far beyond anything that we’ve seen from a game before. In addition to showcasing some of that world in th
Sorry, haters – Amazon’s festive footwear deals just made Crocs even harder to resist
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
I know what you’re thinking: you wouldn't be caught dead in a pair of Crocs. Or at least, that’s what you thought before you started seeing those colorful foam clogs on the feet of more than just young children and elderly gardeners. Yes, ladies and gentlemen, Crocs are cool in 2023 – just ask Justin Bieber, Pharrell Williams, Madonna, John Cena or your local gym-fluencer – and it’s about time th
Royal Jordanian Oneworld Status Match Opportunity
One Mile at a Time / 2h
Royal Jordanian, a oneworld member airline, has a lucrative status match opportunity, which could be a great way to get oneworld Sapphire benefits. I don’t want to bury the lede, though — this has geographic restrictions, and it’s not open to those in the United States. Basics of Royal Jordanian’s status match promo The website statusmatch.com is partnering with Royal Jordanian’s Royal Club progr
NYT's The Mini crossword answers for December 11
Mashable / 2h
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
Businesses really need to start encrypting their data, or face losing it
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
A lack of encryption is the number one reason for businesses suffering the loss of sensitive data, new research has claimed. A study from Fortanix found a third (33%) of the nearly 400 IT and cybersecurity professionals it surveyed said that leaving data unencrypted was the main reason for its loss at their organization. This is despite the fact that 90% agree encryption is a good thing for their
Legendary game designer Hideo Kojima’s documentary is coming to Disney Plus in 2024
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Hideo Kojima is one of the most important and influential video game designers of all time, with a resume that ranges from the Metal Gear series to Death Stranding and the newly announced but still mysterious OD . If you'd like unprecedented access to his gaming studio so you can see his creative process in action, Disney Plus has just the film for you. Hideo Kojima: Connecting Worlds , which pre
Apple kneecaps the latest Android iMessage app, but Beeper vows to stumble on
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
It's been quite the week for Beeper Mini , the new Android app that promises to bring full iMessage functionality to Android. Having launched a few days ago, with the hope of FaceTime calls in the future, it's now been blocked by Apple – though the Beeper Mini team is promising to restore functionality. Beeper Mini does something that hasn't been done before: it actually reverse engineers Apple's
OpenAI confirms ChatGPT has been getting ‘lazier’ – but a fix is coming
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Have you recently felt that ChatGPT isn’t performing as well as it used to? If so, you're not alone, as numerous users have claimed the artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot has been on the decline – and ChatGPT developer OpenAI has just confirmed a possible reason why that might be the case. In fact, OpenAI seemed to endorse the idea that ChatGPT was getting “lazier” on X (formerly Twitter). In t
Nvidia could be about to release a cheaper RTX 3050 – and more budget goodness with an RTX 4050 GPU
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Nvidia might be preparing to replace the RTX 3050 graphics card with a new version – a cheaper one, with less VRAM – and there’s a hint that this move may be about making room for another model at the budget end of the spectrum, perhaps an RTX 4050. The latter bit is an airier piece of speculation, mind – and indeed we should take all this with a healthy spoonful of salt (or maybe not so healthy)
Here’s another sign that a big 12.9-inch iPad Air 6 could land in March
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Currently all signs point to the iPad Air 6 landing in the first half of 2024, with multiple leaks saying as much, and one getting more specific and saying March. Now there’s another sign of a March launch – and of this upcoming tablet having a bigger screen than the iPad Air (2022) . According to Ross Young – a tech tipster with a solid track record, especially for display information – panels f
Why the EU AI Act was so hard to agree on
MIT Technology Review / 2h
This article is from The Technocrat, MIT Technology Review’s weekly tech policy newsletter about power, politics, and Silicon Valley. To receive it in your inbox every Friday, sign up her e . Update: On December 8, 2023, the EU AI Act was agreed on, after this story was written and sent as MIT Technology Review’s weekly tech policy newsletter, The Technocrat. The full text of the new law is not y
6 med tech innovations from 2023 that could improve our lives
Mashable / 2h
Whether you’re a professional expert, an enthusiast, or just a living, breathing human being, chances are that your life, and those of your loved ones, have been affected by advancements in medical technology , or the lack thereof. Just in my personal life, there are numerous examples of both — the X-rays my extreme sports-loving brother has brought home over the years; the metal hip replacement
Edifier NeoBuds Pro 2 Review: A Budget AirPods Alternative Great for Android Fans
How-To Geek / 2h
Things move fast when it comes to wireless earbuds. Edifier’s NeoBuds Pro were released in 2021, but that is ages when it comes to technology. Now the company has released a sequel in the Edifier NeoBuds Pro 2 , and like Apple’s latest AirPods Pro, it’s a solid evolution of an already-good product.
The Samsung Galaxy S24 could borrow the Pixel 8’s best AI features
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
We’ve been hearing for a while that the Samsung Galaxy S24 will be Samsung’s first ‘AI phone’, and now we have a clearer idea of what that means, as a selection of AI features that the company is seemingly working on have now leaked. Leaker @BennettBuhner (via Android Police ) has posted various screenshots on X, showing AI features that will reportedly be included in Samsung’s upcoming One UI 6.
Unveiled: Japan Airlines A350-1000, New First & Business Class
2KOne Mile at a Time / 2h
In October 2023, Japan Airlines unveiled all the details of its new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. These will will set a new standard when it comes to the inflight experience for the airline, and will feature all new cabins, including an incredible new first and business class experience. I wanted to recap all the details of this jet, especially with Japan Airlines having just formally announced when
Microsoft Teams is giving users who hate meetings a great new mobile hack
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
If you've ever delayed joining a Microsoft Teams call in order to avoid making awkward small-talk with colleagues, or meeting someone you don't actually know, a new update could be right up your street. The video conferencing service is looking to make it easier for users on mobile devices from falling into this social minefield with a tweak that will now show the live status of a meeting. This w
Baldur's Gate 3 Xbox saves aren't working properly say fans
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Baldur's Gate 3 's critically acclaimed fantasy adventure arrived on Xbox several days ago (December 7) in a surprise release as part of The Game Awards 2023. However, it looks as though the RPG's debut on Xbox Series X |S hasn't been as smooth as many might prefer. Across the Baldur's Gate 3 Reddit, players on Xbox have been reporting issues with their saves on Microsoft consoles. One user, know
Lethal Company's next update brings an arachnophobia mode, which is too funny to be true
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Despite Lethal Company being in early access, players still have tons of great content to enjoy, and the developer, Zeekerss, is getting ready to add even more hilarious and terrifying changes. This fantastic multiplayer horror game sees players explore several moons in teams of four while trying to collect scrap, which they will use to pay the big bad company. All the while, you'll need to survi
The best way to prevent the deadliest gynecological cancer is to remove multiple organs
MIT Technology Review / 3h
The results of my genetic test arrived in an unpretentious white envelope. It was the summer of 2021, and I almost missed it when I flipped through the mail, but I set it aside from the rest of the bills to look at later. About a month before, I had sent a sample of my saliva to a genetic testing company in California. I wasn’t even nervous about opening it, so sure was I that it wouldn’t be a bi
Score a 6th-gen iPad for only $164.97
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: As of December 11, get this refurbished iPad 6 for only $164.97 — you'll save 34%. Whether you’re shopping for a student or a professional, a good tablet could be a welcome sight during the holidays and beyond. You might be feeling the pressure with the holidays in sight, but there still could be time to order and have your gift arrive in time to wrap, but you’d have to move fast. Moving f
Charge 3 Apple devices at once with this $46 charger
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: As of December 11, get the ZeroLemon MagJuice+ 10,000mAh Magnetic Wireless Battery Pack for only $45.99 — a 23% discount. Between their iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods, Apple lovers may have a lot of things, but cheap taste isn’t one of them. That can make gift shopping for an Apple lover a little tricky, but that doesn’t mean you have to drop your whole gift budget on one gadget. Inst
This lifetime international eSIM plan is 60% off
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: As of December 11, get the aloSIM Mobile Data Traveler lifetime eSIM plan for only $19.97 (reg. $50). Finding the right holiday gift for the avid globetrotter in your life is no easy task; after all, there are only so many wool socks and travel-sized things they can get. Instead, give the adventurer in your life a practical gift this holiday season. Help them stay connected while they're a
Get Microsoft Windows 11 Pro for just $24.97
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: As of December 11, get Microsoft Windows 11 Pro for just $24.97 (reg. 199). Technology is constantly changing and improving. If you are looking to elevate your computing experience with the latest and most advanced operating system from Microsoft, you've come to the right place. And the same goes if you're looking for a last-minute gift for the techie on your list. Windows 11 Pro is on sal
Tears of the Kingdom will not receive a sequel, confirms producer Eiji Aonuma
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
When Tears of the Kingdom launched in May 2023, its huge map and well-rounded story helped it rapidly become one of the best Zelda games . It felt as if the game shipped as a complete package from the get-go rather than there being any further content, and it was quickly confirmed that Tears of the Kingdom would not receive any DLC in the future, unlike its predecessor Breath of the Wild . Howeve
You’re going to need an SSD in order to play Final Fantasy 16 on PC
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
It’s no shock that people are looking forward to diving into the upcoming PC version of Final Fantasy 16 . One of this year’s biggest RPGs, its dark fantasy story has been a huge hit with both series fans and complete newcomers since it launched for PlayStation 5 back in June. The PC version was confirmed in September, alongside the announcement of two paid DLC packs . In a new interview with Jap
The Power Vacuum at the Top of the Crypto Industry
NYT > Technology / 3h
A year ago, Sam Bankman-Fried and Changpeng Zhao ran two of the largest crypto companies. As they grapple with legal woes, others are jockeying to lead the industry’s next chapter.
What Ails Offshore Wind: Supply Chains, Ships and Interest Rates
23NYT > Technology / 3h
Government officials and energy developers misjudged the difficulty of building huge clean energy projects in the United States, which has built very few of them.
Buy Wyndham Rewards Points With A 40% Bonus (0.93 Cents Per Point)
200+One Mile at a Time / 4h
Wyndham Rewards has just launched its latest promotion on purchased points, which some members might find to be worthwhile. This is among the better offers we see from the program, so let’s go over the details. Promotion on purchased Wyndham Rewards points Through Saturday, December 30, 2023, Wyndham Rewards is offering up to a 40% bonus on purchased points . You can receive a 30% bonus if you bu
TikTok to invest $1.5B in GoTo’s Indonesia e-commerce business Tokopedia
TechCrunch / 5h
ByteDance’s TikTok wants to do more business in Indonesia — Southeast Asia’s biggest e-commerce market. So after facing roadblocks from the regulators, it’s now come up with a new route to get there. TikTok is putting up $1.5 billion in a new joint venture that will bring Tokopedia, the e-commerce unit of the Indonesian tech […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Amazon loses second AWS India and South Asia top exec in less than a year
44TechCrunch / 6h
Vaishali Kasture, the executive Amazon appointed as the interim head of AWS India and South Asia, has quit the firm, a source familiar with the matter told TechCrunch, merely seven months into the top role. Amazon didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment by email and phone. Amazon counts India as one of its […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
US-China tech war escalates over EV battery dominance
TechCrunch / 6h
Semiconductors have in recent years become a focal point in the U.S.’s efforts to impede China’s technological advancement. Now Washington has its eye on yet another red-hot tech sector where China is making great strides: batteries for electric vehicles. Earlier this month, the Departments of Treasury and Energy proposed rules that would limit electric vehicle […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights r
Save 60% on this travel-friendly mobile data plan
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: The aloSIM Mobile Data Traveller Lifetime eSIM Credit is on sale for £16, saving you 60% on list price. There's a lot to do when preparing for a trip, especially when it's out of the country. Packing, passports, adapters, exchanging currency, and so much more are on your to-do list. And one thing that needs to be considered is how you will stay connected while abroad. Don't let racked-up r
Elon Musk brings Alex Jones and Infowars back on X after user poll
20TechCrunch / 8h
Elon Musk has restored the X accounts of conspiracy theorist Alex Jones and his media site Infowars. The X accounts of Jones and Infowars were “permanently banned” from Twitter by the previous management in 2018 for posting abusive content and violating the platform’s rules. Musk ran a user poll on X on December 9 asking whether […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
TikTok Shop Indonesia to reopen after $1.5bn deal
27BBC News - Technology / 8h
In October, TikTok Shop shut down in Indonesia to comply with new rules in South East Asia's biggest economy.
How to travel more for fewer miles with United’s Excursionist Perk
500+The Points Guy / 8h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. United’s MileagePlus program has undergone significant changes. Earlier this year, United increased award prices by up to 122% on some routes without notice. United also launched Money + Miles , which allows MileagePlus members to redeem miles at an underwhelming 1 cent apiece toward cash airfare. Despite these unfav
Wordle today: Here's the answer and hints for December 11
Mashable / 10h
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for 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 Dec. 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 co
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Monday, December 11, 2023
LifeHacker / 10h
If you’re looking for the Wordle answer for December 11, 2023 read on. We’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solution. Today’s puzzle is another easy one; I got it in three. Beware, there are spoilers below for December 11, Wordle #905! Keep scrolling if you want some hints (and then the answer) to today’s Wordle game. How to play Wordle Wordle lives here on the New York T
Lockheed NGAD Fighter in a 3D Computer Model
Next Big Future / 10h
Youtuber Pilot Photog has created 3D models of the Lockheed NGAD concept. Lockheed’s Ultimate Secret Projects (Skunkworks) team has just unveiled the silhouette and concept drawing of their next generation air dominance fighter, the NGAD. Pilot Photog has a groundbreaking 3D model and explore the incredible capabilities of this game-changing fighter. There is detailed look ... Read more
What to do on Christmas Day when you don't even celebrate Christmas
20Mashable / 11h
For people who don't celebrate Christmas, the day itself can fill you with dread. There's no waking up to presents , no massive feast for lunch, dinner or eating leftovers on the ensuing days. It's just another day, except most stores and activities are closed, while everyone else is having a ball. So what do you do? SEE ALSO: The story behind the viral Polish Christmas ad that stole our hearts I
Today's NYT Connections Hints (and Answer) for Monday, December 11, 2023
LifeHacker / 11h
If you’re looking for the Connections answer for Monday, December 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 everything fits together. Beware, there are spoilers below for December 11, NYT Connections #183! Read on if you want some hints (and the
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for December 11
Mashable / 11h
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
12 sad Christmas songs for your inner emo kid
Mashable / 11h
Forget the preps — this holiday season, get in touch with your inner emo kid and jam out to some sad Christmas songs. What's more festive than mourning a lost love or getting angry over not going home to spend time with family? SEE ALSO: How to have yourself an emo little Christmas Here are 11 angsty Christmas songs for you to mope over. 1. Blink-182 — "I Won't Be Home For Christmas" 2. Wham! — "
SumUp taps €285M more in growth funding to weather the fintech storm
20TechCrunch / 12h
SumUp — the fintech that provides payments and related services to some 4 million small businesses in Europe, the Americas and Australia — has picked up some growth funding to navigate the choppy waters of the current fintech market, waters that have tipped and swayed SumUp itself. The startup, which has roots in Germany but […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
12 must-watch episodes of 'Mystery Science Theater 3000'
Mashable / 12h
From its beginnings on local Minnesota TV, Mystery Science Theater 3000 became one of the funniest shows on TV. Thanks to a dedicated fanbase constantly sharing tapes of episodes, MST3K stayed on the air for 10 seasons, airing on the Comedy Channel, Comedy Central, and the Sci-Fi Channel. It then got a Netflix revival in 2017 which only lasted two seasons, followed by 13 crowdfunded episodes on G
Cruise faces fines, TuSimple exits the U.S. and a new reporter joins the TC transpo team
TechCrunch / 12h
The Station is a weekly newsletter dedicated to all things transportation. Sign up here — just click The Station — to receive the newsletter every weekend in your inbox. Subscribe for free. Welcome back to The Station, your central hub for all past, present and future means of moving people and packages from Point A to Point B. […] © 2023 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Alex Jones Is Back on X, Thanks to Elon Musk
100+Gizmodo / 12h
Half a decade after he was kicked off Twitter by the platform’s safety team, professional conspiracy theorist Alex Jones has been welcomed back to the site, which is now called X. Read more...
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