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Elon Musk’s Diplomacy: Woo Right-Wing World Leaders. Then Benefit.
NYT > Technology / 1h
Mr. Musk has built a constellation of like-minded heads of state — including Argentina’s Javier Milei and India’s Narendra Modi — to push his own politics and expand his business empire.
Siri in iOS 18 rumored to be 'more conversational and versatile' thanks to AI
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
With Apple's WWDC 2024 event and the accompanying iOS 18 reveal fast approaching, speculation is mounting about what kind of AI features Apple might introduce – and a new report gives us a few more major clues. This report comes from the New York Times (via MacRumors ), and says that an upgraded version of Siri is going to be central to iOS 18. Efforts to make Siri a more competent competitor to
Go green with an electric bike for $1,600 off
Mashable / 40min
SAVE $1,600.02: Through May 12, get a BirdBike electric bike on sale for $699.97, down from the regular price of $2,299.99, with free shipping. That's 69% off. Opens in a new window Credit: Bird BirdBike e-Bike (V-Frame/White) $699.97 at the Mashable Shop $2,299.99 Save $1,600.02 Now that the temps have warmed up (mostly), it's time to put down the devices and head outdoors. While there are many
Buy Hilton Honors Points With 100% Bonus (0.5 Cents Each)
3KOne Mile at a Time / 6min
For the past several weeks, Hilton Honors has been offering a bonus on purchased points promotion. This is potentially in line with the best offers we see from the program, and could represent a great value for hotel redemptions. I wanted to post a reminder of this offer, as it will be expiring soon, so this is your last chance to take advantage of it. Promotion on purchased Hilton Honors points
Alienware Pro Wireless Keyboard Review: A Premium, but Potentially Perfect Gaming Choice
How-To Geek / 8min
The Alienware Pro Wireless Gaming Keyboard is the computer hardware companys first foray into accessories. The keyboard has many benefits for casual and competitive gamers alike. Whether its the keyboard for you will likely depend on one factor: its price.
An Innovative EV Motor Used by Lamborghini, McLaren, and Ferrari Is Being Mass-Produced by Mercedes
Wired / 10min
Compared to the usual EV power plants, axial-flux motors are smaller and lighter, and have more torque. But they're hard to make at scale. Now Mercedes is bringing them to the masses.
Rise of the microcar – why compact EVs are finally having their day and the ones to watch
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 14min
Many cities around the world are facing a congestion crisis – and where governments and local authorities have seen fit to curb emissions from CO2-belching tailpipes, the humble automobile is slowly being phased out of many urban areas. Although the microcar is nothing new (the petrol-powered Peel P50 was launched in the early 1960s), it is experiencing something of a renaissance thanks to those
Generate text, images, code, audio, and more with this $68 AI toolset
Mashable / 40min
TL;DR: Through May 12, you can get a $68 lifetime subscription to Scribbyo and use AI to generate creative content . Content creation isn't just one skill. Whether you're in marketing or just accidentally ended up with a really popular Instagram account, a ton of different skills go into creating quality content. You might need to write one day, find a fun picture the next, and record a podcast t
Get a Kodak scanner for 20% off and digitize your old film and slides
Mashable / 40min
SAVE $45: Through May 12, you can get the Kodak Slide N Scan Film and Slide Scanner on sale for $179.99, down from the regular price of $224.99. That's 20% off. Plus, get free shipping by entering KODAK at checkout. Opens in a new window Credit: Kodak Kodak Slide N Scan Film & Slide Scanner $179.99 at the Mashable Shop $224.99 Save $45.00 Feeling nostalgic? You're not alone. With the proliferatio
Score a refurbished iPad Air for less than $160
Mashable / 40min
SAVE $339.01: Through May 12, the refurbished 9.7-inch iPad Air (WiFi) with case and charger is on sale for $155.99, down from the list price of $499. That's a discount of 68%. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple 9.7-inch Apple iPad Air (refurbished, WiFi) $159.99 at the Mashable Shop $499.00 Save $339.01 Case and charger included. Life is chaotic, and lugging around a computer with all of its ac
Save $35 on a wireless charging pad that powers 3 devices at once
Mashable / 40min
TL;DR: Through May 12, save 50% on this wireless charging pad that can refuel a smartphone, a watch, and headphones, all at once. It seems like every new gadget you buy these days is missing something pretty crucial: the charger. Gone are the days of the complimentary charging block, and it's only a matter of time before the humble charging cable becomes a relic of the past, too. That's why this
How to watch Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs. Delhi Capitals online for free
Mashable / 40min
TL;DR: Watch Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs. Delhi Capitals in the IPL for free on JioCinema . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The IPL is in its final two weeks, and it has been an incredible season. There's just a handful of fixtures left to play, and next to the field are the Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Delhi Capitals. The lineup should inclu
Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for May 12 (#336)
How-To Geek / 1h
Connections is a game from the New York Times that challenges you to find the association between words. It sounds easy, but it isn'tConnections categories can be almost anything, and they're usually quite specific. If you need a hand getting the answers, we've got you covered.
NASA’s Quest to Touch the Sun
Wired / 4h
The outer layers of the sun’s atmosphere are a blistering million degrees hotter than its surface. NASA sent a probe to find out why—by getting closer to the star than ever before.
Western Digital's new external SSD is aimed at content creators and offers 8TB of fast storage – but the firm plans to double capacity by next year
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Content producers are churning out data in unprecedented volumes, with high-definition images and 4K/8K video content consuming an enormous amount of storage space. Creators typically need to store several versions of their projects, including the initial raw files, edited versions, and the published format. Catering to this need, Western Digital has launched a new external SSD, the SanDisk Desk
Get this AI-powered resume writing tool for 77% off — now £31.91 for life
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: For a limited time, get a lifetime subscription to Resoume AI Assistant Resume Writer for just £31.91 instead of £143.61 — that's a savings of 77%. Searching for a job is not the most pleasant process — and sometimes it can feel like a full-time job in itself. Creating a resume that stands out is key . And because of the modern automated application-tracking systems (ATS) that most large b
How to watch Game 4 of Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks online for free
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Stream Game 4 of Indiana Pacers vs. New York Knicks in the NBA playoffs for free on Ran.de . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Playing any professional game of basketball must be so demanding on the body, but playing in the NBA playoffs is probably a big step up physically. Every game looks so tough, but playing a playoff game against the New
How to watch the 2024 Women’s FA Cup Final online for free
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Live stream Tottenham Hotspur vs. Man United in the Women’s FA Cup Final for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free streaming service from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . It's a long and difficult journey to make the final of the Women’s FA Cup, and in the end, it all comes down to 90 minutes. Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United will meet in this year's final, having both enjoy
How to watch Chennai Super Kings vs. Rajasthan Royals online for free
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Watch Chennai Super Kings vs. Rajasthan Royals in the IPL for free on JioCinema . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Cricket fans have been well and truly enthralled by this year's IPL , and there's still two weeks left to catch up on all the action. In the latest fixture, Captains Ruturaj Gaikwad and Sanju Samson lead the Chennai Super Kings a
Roger Corman, Beloved Filmmaker, Has Died at Age 98
100+Gizmodo / 7h
Roger Corman , producer and writer of indie and B-movies like Death Race 2000and Sharktopus , passed away on May 9, per Variety . He was 98 years old, and said to have passed surrounded by his family. Read more...
'Wordle' today: Here's the answer hints for May 12
Mashable / 8h
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 May 12'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
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for May 12
Mashable / 8h
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
Is social media worth paying for?
37BBC News / 10h
As Twitter and Facebook both now offer paid subscription, what impact is it having?
Quordle today – hints and answers for Sunday, May 12 (game #839)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
If it feels like Quordle has been on a tough run recently, that's because it has. And that trend continues today, with another tricky one. Read on for some clues to help you solve it – plus the answers and my commentary if you don't need any help. SPOILER WARNING: Information about Quordle today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers. Quordle today (game #839) - hint #1
NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Sunday, May 12 (game #70)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Here's a nice, easy Strands puzzle from the NYT to end the weekend. It shouldn't cause too many people problems, but as always your mileage may vary – so read on if you do need a few hints to help you solve it. SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read on if
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