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British Airways Retrofitting Boeing 787s With Club Suites
1KOne Mile at a Time / 18min
In 2019, British Airways introduced its new Club Suites business class , featuring direct aisle access and doors. This marks a massive improvement to the carrier’s business class experience. As is always the case when new business class products are introduced, the big question is the timeline with which seats will be rolled out. There’s now an update when it comes to British Airways retrofitting
NASA drills freaky scenario where elusive asteroid heads towards Earth
50Mashable / 3h
What if, in 14 years, a newly-discovered asteroid was likely to strike Earth ? But that's not all. This threatening space rock, some 330 to 1,050 feet in diameter (or 100 to 320 meters), has just disappeared behind the sun, making crucial observations impossible for the next seven months. To prepare for such an unsettling scenario , NASA just completed an exercise to "inform and assess our abilit
My week so far with Copilot+ PC laptops: they might be the future, but not for the reasons Microsoft wants
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
This week we saw the launch of Copilot+ PC devices – essentially, Windows 11 laptops that come powered by Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon X chips that feature an NPU (Neural Processing Unit) that’s specifically designed to handle complex AI (artificial intelligence) tasks. The idea of on-device AI is certainly very interesting (as is the technology behind it) and the benefits are compelling: you don’t
The New Windows Laptops and Secret Spotify Plans: Weekly Roundup
How-To Geek / 21min
There was a whole lot of tech news this week, from the arrival of Copilot+ Windows laptops to the release of new Spotify plans. Here are the biggest stories you might have missed.
Robots could become much better learners thanks to ground-breaking method devised by Dyson-backed research — removing traditional complexities in teaching robots how to perform tasks will make them even more human
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 31min
One of the biggest hurdles with teaching robots new skills is how to convert complex, high-dimensional data, like images from onboard RGB cameras, into actions that accomplish specific goals. Existing methods typically rely on 3D representations requiring accurate depth information, or using hierarchical predictions working with motion planners or separate policies. Researchers at the Imperial Co
Oops! Geoengineering Trick to Cool Brutal Heat Could Spike Temperature Elsewhere, Scientists Say
Futurism / 37min
Brighter Clouds Ahead Researchers are warning that geoengineering efforts to help cool temperatures in California could trigger heatwaves in Europe, a "scary" implication given the sheer lack of regulation controlling such measures across the globe. As The Guardian reports , scientists have suggested spraying aerosols into clouds over the ocean to cool down the surface below, a practice called "m
How to Exercise Safely During a Heat Wave
Wired / 46min
An expert in heat-related illnesses outlines the dos and don'ts for when you're exercising or working outside this summer.
Southwest 737 Buzzes Oklahoma City Suburbs In Bizarre Incident
37One Mile at a Time / 48min
Note : This post is updated to reflect some new information, as well as to share the excellent VASAviation video that shows exactly what happened, along with the ATC audio. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating yet another incident involving a Southwest Airlines Boeing 737. This incident is especially strange, since conditions were good, so one has to wonder what exactly was
You Can Watch Plex in VR on Your Meta Quest, Here's How
How-To Geek / 51min
Plex is a great way to stream your personal media collection to every device in your house, but its even better now that you can stream it straight to the virtual cinema that lives inside your Meta Quest headset. Let's look at how to do it.
American Airlines Nightmare: Man Forced to Share Seat With Obese Passenger
View from the Wing / 51min
An American Airlines customer flew beside an obese passenger. It was a full flight and they could not move. They did not get to use their entire seat, because the other passenger spilled over into theirs. Does American owe them compensation? Continue reading ...
American Express Acquiring Tock To Enhance Dining Platform
One Mile at a Time / 1h
In 2019, American Express acquired Resy , a digital restaurant reservation booking and management platform. Now the credit card issuer has announced that it’s acquiring Tock, a competitor to Resy. Amex acquiring Tock for $400 million Amex will be acquiring Tock from Squarespace for $400 million. For those not familiar, Tock is a reservation, table, and event management technology provider. Americ
Something Strange Appears to Be Powering "Immortal" Stars at the Center of Our Galaxy
Futurism / 1h
Eternal Flame The swirling vortex center of the Milky Way is a weird place, with a supermassive black hole that vacuums up interstellar matter and supernovae torpedoing hapless stars to the edges of our galaxy. Add another strange thing about our galaxy's nucleus, according to new research: stars that stay young indefinitely by feeding off dark matter particles, akin to continuously shooting ligh
Samsung may have confirmed the Galaxy Watch Ultra name on its own website
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
There's been a whole lot of chatter around the potential arrival of a Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra this year, and Samsung itself has joined in with the leaks by publishing the name of the new wearable on its own regional websites. The pages have been pulled now, but not before they were spotted by 91mobiles (via Android Authority ). This doesn't tell us a whole lot about the premium smartwatch, but
NYT's The Mini crossword answers for June 22
Mashable / 1h
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
Everything’s About to Get a Hell of a Lot More Expensive Due to Climate Change
Wired / 1h
Intensifying hurricanes, floods, and heat waves are wreaking havoc across the country—and on all of our bank accounts.
American Airlines Flagship Lounge Philadelphia Opens Next Year (And Will Be Worth The Wait)
View from the Wing / 1h
American Airlines has business class lounges at New York JFK, Los Angeles, Chicago O'Hare, Miami and Dallas - Fort Worth. They've been promising a lounge for their primary transatlantic gateway, Philadelphia, for many years and it's finally in sight. Continue reading ...
Scientists Propose New Way to Find Aliens: Detect Their Failing Warp Drives
Gizmodo / 1h
Speculative new research outlines a method for detecting extraterrestrial civilizations: by catching the gravitational waves produced by the collapse, or failure, of their warp drives. Sounds wild, but the concept is grounded in the principles of Einstein’s general relativity. Read more...
Adding Android Auto or CarPlay to Your Car Is Easier Than You Think
How-To Geek / 1h
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay have been around for a while, but not all of us drive vehicles with the technology built in. Of course, you could install an aftermarket head unit yourself, but that can be intimidating. There's actually a much easier way to doi itno wiring required.
Researcher Discovers Terrifying Apple Vision Pro Hack That Can Fill Your Entire Home Office With Fearsome Spiders
Futurism / 2h
A cybersecurity researcher and bug hunter named Ryan Pickren claims to have found the "world's first spatial computing hack," allowing malicious actors to fill the offices of their Apple Vision Pro headset-wearing victims with creepy-crawling spiders. "I found a bug in visionOS Safari that allows a malicious website to bypass all warnings and forcefully fill your room with an arbitrary number of
Alaska Flight Attendants Have Tentative “Record Contract”
25One Mile at a Time / 2h
At the moment, we’re seeing flight attendants at most major US airlines trying to ratify new contracts (except at Delta, where flight attendants aren’t unionized). Flight attendants largely haven’t had pay increases since before the pandemic, and are looking for significant raises, to reflect the inflation we’ve seen in recent years. Back in April, Southwest flight attendants became the first to
A Catastrophic Hospital Hack Ends in a Leak of 300M Patient Records
Wired / 2h
Plus: Alleged Apple source code leaks online, cybercrime group Scattered Spider's alleged kingpin gets arrested, and more.
Kobo Clara Colour Review: A Comfortable, Colorful eReader That's Blissfully Uncomplicated
How-To Geek / 2h
The Kobo Clara Colour is Rakuten's departure from its grayscale eReaders, and the 6-inch color E Ink display is certainly its highlight. But I was most drawn to its compact, comfortable-to-hold body and long-lasting battery life. Its simplicity makes it perfect for anyone looking for an intro-level eReader with a colorful screen and a simple UI.
Scientists Invent Smartphone Chip That Peers Through Barriers With Electromagnetic Waves
Futurism / 2h
For more than 15 years, a group of scientists in Texas have been hard at work creating smaller and smaller devices to "see" through barriers using medium-frequency electromagnetic waves — and now, they seem closer than ever to cracking the code. In an interview with Futurism, electrical engineering professor Kenneth O of the University of Texas explained that the tiny new imager chip he made with
American Flagship Lounge Philadelphia Opening 2025
One Mile at a Time / 2h
While we’ll have to be patient, American Airlines has officially revealed that it plans to open two new lounges at Philadelphia Airport (PHL) in 2025, including a new Flagship Lounge. Let’s go over the details, though let me say that I’ll believe it when the lounge actually opens, given how delayed this concept has been. American Flagship Lounge Philadelphia plans Flagship Lounges are American Ai
Get two 4K smart drones for just $160
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Through June 26, take advantage of this two-for-one drone deal and get the Ninja Dragon Phantom Eagle Pro 4K drone and Blade K drone for just $159.97 (reg. $299). Drones have revolutionized the way we capture and experience the world from above. They offer stunning aerial views and allow us to experience the thrill of flying, even just for a little while. Drones have even given businesses
Match any vibe with this minimalist LED corner lamp for 53% off
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: This minimalist LED corner floor lamp has millions of colors and hundreds of effects and is just $69.99 for a limited time. Imagine having the ability to customize your room’s lighting with over 16 million colors and 300+ multicolor effects . Whether you want a calm, warm glow or a dynamic, colorful light show, this lamp can deliver. It can set the mood for any occasion. Change the colors
Save 68% on a refurbished iPad Air with a protective case
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: This refurbished Apple iPad Air comes with a black protective case and is on sale for just $155.99 (reg. $499). Most of us are looking forward to upcoming travel plans. Whether it means a week away with the family in the tropics or a day trip to the vineyard with friends, traveling often means finding the right balance between staying connected, entertained, and productive, all while keepi
Row, row, row your fake boat at home with this fitness machine for over half off
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Amp up your home fitness efforts with this Goplus Foldable Magnetic Rowing Machine with LCD display and adjustable resistance while it's on sale for $189.99 (reg. $399) for a limited time. Staying fit and healthy year-round can be a challenge, especially with the recurring costs and time commitments of a gym membership. In a perfect world, you can get the convenience of a full-body workout
Turn your vehicle into a smart car with this wireless dash display on sale for $90
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: You can get this 6.8-inch foldable touchscreen car display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support for $89.97 through June 26. Driving has become more than just getting from point A to point B — it’s also about enjoying the journey in convenience and style. While many newer cars have a central display hub for the driver, many slightly older models don't have an integrated unit. If you
Creature with giant eggs filmed thousands of feet undersea
Mashable / 3h
The deep sea teems with life. But in the black depths, these organisms remain largely mysterious . Squids in the deep ocean are rarely observed alive, but scientists on an exploration mission used a deep-sea robot to capture footage of a squid clutching a brood of unusually large eggs — twice the size of typical squid eggs. The new research , aptly titled "Giant eggs in a deep-sea squid," conclud
The best Netflix movies of 2024 now streaming
Mashable / 3h
What are the best new movies on Netflix? With the streaming service offering a wide array of comedies , action movies , thrillers , and more, it can be difficult to choose what to watch. Sure, Netflix aims to promote their latest releases to grab your attention. But just because it's new doesn't mean it's worth your time. Fret not. We've done the hard part for you. Below, you'll find the very bes
These Grieving Parents Want Congress to Protect Children Online
NYT > Technology / 3h
A group is using the Mothers Against Drunk Driving playbook, sharing personal tragedies, to lobby for the Kids Online Safety Act.
The Future of Netflix, Amazon and Other Streaming Services
NYT > Technology / 3h
Who will survive? Die? Thrive? And how? We talked to nearly a dozen top media executives and asked them to predict what lies ahead.
How Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta Failed Children on Safety
69NYT > Technology / 3h
The C.E.O. and his team drove Meta’s efforts to capture young users and misled the public about the risks, lawsuits by state attorneys general say.
Everything new on Netflix in July 2024
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 4h
Netflix has already revealed all the new movies and shows coming to the service in July 2024, and there are some big hits coming our way. Every month, the streamer shakes up its already packed catalog with new additions, which is why it's still one of the best streaming services available. In July 2024, you can expect to see some major titles arriving – including popular series Lost and Suits – o
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Saturday, June 22, 2024
LifeHacker / 5h
If you’re looking for the Wordle answer for June 22, 2024 read on. We’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solution. Today’s puzzle is easier; I got it in four. Beware, there are spoilers below for June 22, Wordle #1,099! 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 Times website . A
ICYMI: the week's 7 biggest from potential DJI drone bans to new film cameras
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 5h
With few events this week, it should have been a quieter one in the tech world. Then, the US government had to start moving towards a DJI drone ban, which could have major consequences for amateur and professional photographers alike. On top of this we saw the launch of CoPilot+ PCs with dedicated NPUs for AI tasks, a Legend of Zelda game that finally stars Zelda as its lead, and pro comedians te
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Would you eat a robot? Swiss scientists want to create fully edible electronics — but I am not sure I want to have a bite at R2D2 anytime soon
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Swiss scientists at EPFL (École Spéciale de Lausanne), along with researchers from other universities, are working on creating robots that are not only functional but also biodegradable and safe to eat. These robots could potentially reduce electronic waste, deliver nutrition and medicines, monitor health, and provide new culinary experiences. The RoboFood project explores using edible materials
How to watch Ecuador vs. Venezuela online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch Ecuador vs. Venezuela in the 2024 Copa America for free on Sportitalia . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Sure, it's for American teams only (well, sort of), but the 2024 Copa America is exciting for football fans all around the world. That's because the Americas are home to some of the greatest teams on the planet — particularly in Sou
How to watch Bangladesh vs. India online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch Bangladesh vs. India in the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup for free on Disney+ Hotstar . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . It's time for Bangladesh and India to go head-to-head in the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup . It's set to be a great game, so don't miss out. In the Super Eights, each team will play the others in their group once, and the top t
How to watch Afghanistan vs. Australia online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch Afghanistan vs. Australia in the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup for free on Disney+ Hotstar . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . We’re into the second stage of the 2024 Men’s T20 World Cup and it’s been an exciting tournament so far. This year sees the debut of the new Super 8s format where the eight qualifying teams will be divided into two gr
Master Raspberry Pi and Arduino for less than £7 per course with this bundle
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR : As of June 18, you can sign up for the All-in-One Raspberry Pi and Arduino Developer Bundle for just £55.31 (reg. £334.36) — that's less than £7 per course. Summer is here, and it's the perfect time to rediscover old hobbies or take on fresh ones. And if learning to program and make gadgets has been on your list, you're in luck because a helpful online learning bundle is currently on sale
How to watch Belgium vs. Romania online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch Belgium vs. Romania in Euro 2024 for free on ITVX . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . For football fans, it doesn't get much better than Euro 2024 . World-class players competing for four whole weeks. Next to the World Cup, it's the biggest event in international football. Belgium and Romania will battle it out next in Group E, as both t
How to watch Turkey vs. Portugal online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch Turkey vs. Portugal in Euro 2024 for free on ITVX . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Euro 2024 action continues with probably the biggest superstar in the world, Cristiano Ronaldo, as Portugal kick off against underdogs Turkey. A win for Portugal would likely see them progress to the knockout stage. Don't forget — Portugal won the w
How to watch Georgia vs. Czech Republic online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch Georgia vs. Czech Republic in Euro 2024 for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . There's nothing quite like the buzz of a major football tournament. That's why Euro 2024 isn't just "must watch," it's "can't miss." Even smaller fixtures, such as the Group F clash between Georgia and Czech Republic, promise to deliver dr
How to watch Mexico vs. Jamaica online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch Mexico vs. Jamaica in the 2024 Copa America for free on Sportitalia . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The 2024 Copa America has kicked off with some really exciting action , and it's not stopping anytime soon. The next fixture sees Mexico take on Jamaica in a game stacked with stars. It's arguably the best matchup of the tournament so
Report: Amazon might ask you to pay for the best Alexa
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Amazon has spent a good portion of 2024 working on an upgrade for Alexa. Rumors from last month said the tech giant sought to implement AI tech into their assistant allowing it to compete with the likes of ChatGPT. Now, as part of a new report, Reuters recently spoke to “eight current and former employees who worked on Alexa," giving insight into what the future update could bring. These sources
'Wordle' today: Here's the answer hints for June 22
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 June 22'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
NASA indefinitely delays return of Starliner to review propulsion data
500+Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge / Boeing's Starliner capsule lifts off aboard United Launch Alliance's Atlas V rocket. (credit: United Launch Alliance ) In an update released late Friday evening, NASA said it was "adjusting" the date of the Starliner spacecraft's return to Earth from June 26 to an unspecified time in July. The announcement followed two days of long meetings to review the readiness of the spacecraft, dev
Tesla 4680s Have Dry Process for Both Cathode and Anode
Next Big Future / 11h
Tesla 4680s have had slower ramping because of problems with the Cathode needing a wet process and cathodes made by other companies. Auto experts Munro Associates have taken apart a cybertruck and they think a dry process was used for both the cathode and the anode. This may not be for all 4680 batteries and ... Read more
Claude 3.5 Sonnet is the Best Performing AI Model
Next Big Future / 11h
Claude 3.5 Sonnet is the best performing AI model according to the advanced Google Proof Q&A test. The concept of a “Google-proof” Q&A AI test and other benchmarks for evaluating higher-performing AI models are critical in measuring the capabilities and progress of artificial intelligence. These tests aim to assess AI’s ability to understand, reason, and ... Read more
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for June 22
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
The Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 8 Pro Are on Sale for Their Lowest Prices Ever
LifeHacker / 11h
If you're looking to upgrade to a new Pixel Pro phone, it's not a bad time. Currently, both the Google Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 8 Pro are available at their lowest prices yet for unlocked devices, per price-tracking tools . The 256 GB Pixel 7 Pro is $435 on Amazon, while the 128 GB Pixel 8 Pro is $649 at Best Buy. 5G Android Phone - Unlocked Smartphone with Telephoto/Wide Angle Lens, and 24-Hour Bat
Spotify launches new Basic Plan in the United States – here's what you need to know
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Spotify is launching a new Basic plan in the United States just a few weeks after the platform rolled out its second price hike in less than a year . The tier brings back the old price of $10.99 a month, and you'll receive all of the same benefits as the Premium plan except 15 hours of audiobook listening a month. That perk is not available on Basic, but access to music or podcasts will not be re
Doctor Who: Empire of Death review: Take your dog for a walk
Engadget / 12h
The following contains spoilers for “Empire of Death.” “Empire of Death” is the typical Russell T. Davies series finale: It’s bombastic, dense and totally uninterested in resolving its own story. The episode bounces around for the requisite amount of time before leaping to its climax with an arresting visual of little substance. Because what Davies is really interested in is the scenes afterward,
All our burning questions for 'Doctor Who' season 15
Mashable / 12h
Sutekh's Empire of Death has crumbled. And with it, Ncuti Gatwa 's first season of Doctor Who (a.k.a. Season 14 of the show that was rebooted in 2005) is in the books. While some plot threads were tied up neatly (the Susan Twist mystery; the search for Ruby Sunday's real mum), others remained teased but untied. So since the TARDIS is no longer being dogged by the canine-headed god of death , here
My Favorite Amazon Deal of the Day: Razer Edge Gaming Tablet
LifeHacker / 12h
Ever since the release of the Nintendo Switch, it seems that portable gaming devices have been making a comeback (to say nothing of gaming on your phone). The Razer Edge is one of them—a handheld device geared to Android users and Xbox players—and the wifi version of the tablet is currently $249.99 at Amazon after a $150 discount. (According to price-checking tools , this matches the lowest price
'Empire of Death' changed 'Doctor Who' history — here's what you missed
Mashable / 12h
The history of Doctor Who was forever changed by the season finale episode "Empire of Death" — but not in the way we were expecting. Despite inspiring a flurry of fan theories about Ruby Sunday 's mum (could it be Rose ?), showrunner Russell T Davies simply gave us the statistically most likely answer. As foreshadowed in "The Legend of Ruby Sunday," the mystery mother was ... an ordinary young wo
AI Models Are Undertrained by 100-1000 Times – AI Will Be Better With More Training Resources
Next Big Future / 12h
The Chinchilla compute optimal point for an 8B (8 billion parameter) model would be train it for ~200B (billion) tokens. (if you were only interested to get the most “bang-for-the-buck” w.r.t. model performance at that size). So this is training ~75X beyond that point, which is unusual but personally, [Karpathy] thinks this is extremely welcome. ... Read more
Status of AI Business Adoption
Next Big Future / 12h
Dr Alan Thompson reports that OpenAI says 92% of Fortune 500 companies are subscribed to GPT, and the average spend by each organization has now hit US$18,000,000 per year. In 2023, the average spend across foundation
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