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Croatia Airlines Modernizing Fleet With Airbus A220s, Wi-Fi, New Branding
500+One Mile at a Time / 27min
In late 2022, Croatia Airlines announced plans to refresh and simplify its fleet in a pretty exciting way. With the first new aircraft expected to enter service in the coming weeks, the airline has just revealed a new brand identity. Let’s go over everything we can expect from the “new” Croatia Airlines. Croatia Airlines will exclusively fly Airbus A220s Croatia Airlines plans to fly up to 15 Air
Scientists discover how old Jupiter's Great Red Spot really is
Mashable / 3h
Centuries ago, a huge red spot on Jupiter vanished. But years later, a new one was born. Today we know this conspicuous feature as the " Great Red Spot ," a swirling storm wider than Earth . Curiously, earlier astronomers, like Giovanni Domenico Cassini in 1665, also observed a colossal red storm at the same latitude on Jupiter — raising the possibility that they're actually the same storm. In ne
Star Wars: The Acolyte's big Sith Lord reveal is going to be a big letdown, and you can't convince me otherwise
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Full spoilers follow for The Acolyte . We're now four episodes deep into Star Wars: The Acolyte , and it's becoming increasingly clear that the show's big Sith Lord reveal is going to be a big disappointment. Indeed, with episode 4 – simply titled 'Day' – releasing today (June 19) on Disney Plus , the latest series set in Lucasfilm's iconic galaxy has officially hit its midpoint. But, with four e
Amazon's Throne and Liberty MMO is coming to the west in September
Engadget / 7min
Amazon Games has revealed when it will bring free-to-play MMO Throne and Liberty to the Americas, Europe and Japan. The company will release the NCSoft-developed title in those regions on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S on September 17. There will be full cross-platform support. An open beta will take place in July and you can sign up for that through the game’s website . Throne and Liberty
LG Gram Pro 17 Review: Ultralight and Ultra Hot
Wired / 10min
LG’s 17-inch Windows laptop is amazingly thin and lightweight but runs amazingly hot too.
Apple reportedly gives up on Vision Pro 2, focusing on cheaper model instead
Mashable / 12min
As the rumor mill surrounding Apple's $3,500 Vision Pro heated up last year, we've repeatedly heard that Apple plans to follow up with two headsets : an even more powerful, next-generation version, and a cheaper variant that could get more user adoption. Now, according to a report from The Information , Apple has ditched plans to launch the more powerful device of the two, instead focusing solely
'Daily Show' interview with Rosalind Chao turns into 1 long, hilarious roast
Mashable / 12min
Rosalind Chao appeared on "The Daily Show" and spent the whole time roasting co-host Ronny Chieng.
Email threats are becoming more dangerous than ever — so keep an eye on your inbox
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 18min
Cyberattacks spread via email are still rising, and with generative artificial intelligence (AI), they have gotten even more dangerous, a new report from Barracuda Networks has claimed. After analyzing 69 million attacks across 4.5 million mailboxes over the past 12 months, Barracuda said business email compromise (BEC), conversation hijacking, and QR code attacks were all growing. In fact, BEC a
The Download: video-generating AI, and Meta’s voice cloning watermarks
MIT Technology Review / 29min
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 . I tested out a buzzy new text-to-video AI model from China You may not be familiar with Kuaishou, but this Chinese company just hit a major milestone: It’s released the first ever text-to-video generative AI model that’s freely available for the public to tes
ASRock tries to reimagine the mini PC case and kicks the GPU outside, making it ideal for a DIY desk project — shame that it doesn't come with TB4 or OCuLink but hey, at least there's an option for VGA
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 33min
Mini PC manufacturers are increasingly pushing the boundaries of compact computing. We're seeing devices that are powerful, with efficient use of space, alongside breakthroughs in thermal management. Some of these tiny powerhouses support Intel 12th to 14th Gen Core CPUs, and external GPUs. ASRock has introduced the DeskMate X600, a compact desktop PC that also relocates the GPU outside the main
New Campaign Urges Presidential Debate Moderators to Ask Candidates About UFOs
Futurism / 37min
In the age of fever pitch UFO discourse, one group is urging the US president to declassify it all — and wants debate moderators to grill candidates on the topic. The group, called the New Paradigm Institute, announced last week the launch of a social media campaign insisting moderators of the upcoming June 27 presidential debate hold both candidates' feet to the fire when asking UFO questions. T
Short Video Captures The Worst Element Of The Austin Airport [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 37min
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 ...
6 Best Toasters (2024): Tested and Reviewed
Wired / 40min
Enjoy bagels, bread, hot waffles, and more with our pick of the best toasters.
Cybersecurity workers are increasingly working over the weekends — and many are ready to quit
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 41min
A report from Bitdefender has revealed more than two-thirds (70%) of cybersecurity professionals are frequently working weekends to address security concerns, leading to widespread job dissatisfaction and potentially negative implications on companies’ resilience. The study of 1,200 cyber professionals across countries including the UK, the US and Germany (via Infosecurity Magazine ) highlighted
California Governor Gavin Newsom wants to restrict phone use in schools
Engadget / 43min
Gavin Newsom, the governor of California, has issued a statement in support of efforts aiming to restrict the use of smartphones in schools within the state. As The New York Times reports, the governor aired his stance merely hours before board members at the Los Angeles Unified School District voted to pass a proposal for a school phone ban. Newsom said he will work with lawmakers "to restrict t
Donald Trump Rambles About AI 'Clean Fakes' While Trying to Call Biden Senile
Gizmodo / 43min
Convicted felon Donald Trump staged another rally in Racine, Wisconsin on Tuesday, where he played all his classic hits, from xenophobia to fake news. But it was Trump’s attempt to smear President Joe Biden as senile that really went off the rails. Trump rambled for several minutes about artificial intelligence and… Read more...
5 Dangerous Private Browsing Misconceptions You Might Have
How-To Geek / 45min
Browsers have "private browsing" or "incognito" modes that many people seem to think keeps what they do on the internet an anonymous secret. The truth is that private browsing isn't very private, and if you think it's more secure than it really is, you could get yourself in serious trouble.
NatGeo documents salvage of Tuskegee Airman’s lost WWII plane wreckage
Ars Technica - All content / 53min
Enlarge / Michigan's State Maritime Archaeologist Wayne R. Lusardi takes notes underwater at the Lake Huron WWII wreckage of 2nd Lt. Frank Moody's P-39 Airacobra. Moody, one of the famed Tuskagee Airmen, fatally crashed in 1944. (credit: National Geographic) In April 1944, a pilot with the Tuskegee Airmen, Second Lieutenant Frank Moody, was on a routine training mission when his plane malfunction
Are built-in car sat-navs finally dead? Ferrari's latest infotainment move suggests so
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 57min
Ferrari has announced that it is removing built-in satellite navigation in a selection of its upcoming models, including the recently announced 12Cilindri and Purosangue SUV. Arguing that a Ferrari isn’t exactly used as a daily driver (although some Purosangue owners might beg to differ), Ferrari’s head of product marketing, Emanuele Carando told Drive : "We did this because we think the phone, a
'The Inheritance' trailer teases a family surviving the night to inherit $2 billion
Mashable / 1h
"The Inheritance" trailer has dropped, teasing a billionaire giving his family a life-or-death ultimatum on his 75th birthday.
AI-generated movies will be here sooner than you think – and this new Google DeepMind tool proves it
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
AI video generators like OpenAI's Sora , Luma AI's Dream Machine , and Runway Gen-3 Alpha have been stealing the headlines lately, but a new Google DeepMind tool could fix the one weakness they all share – a lack of accompanying audio. A new Google DeepMind post has revealed a new video-to-audio (or 'V2A') tool that uses a combination of pixels and text prompts to automatically generate soundtrac
Which Routes Feature Lufthansa Allegris?
One Mile at a Time / 1h
Note : Lufthansa has already updated the routes on which it plans to offer Allegris, and there are no longer plans to offer Allegris on the Montreal route anytime soon. Below is an updated post with the latest information. We recently saw Lufthansa’s new Allegris passenger experience take to the skies, several years behind schedule. With these cabins now flying, it’s understandable that people ac
Fans of ‘Interview With the Vampire’ Say the Stakes Have Never Been Higher
Wired / 1h
As social media filled with people asking why no one was watching the best show on TV, fans desperate for Interview With the Vampire's renewal turned the blame on AMC's own marketing.
Microsoft admits recent Windows 10 updates messed up the taskbar for some users – but a fix is coming
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Microsoft has acknowledged that there’s a bug introduced by recent Windows 10 updates that can break a piece of taskbar functionality – but the good news is a fix is in the works. The problem is evident for some Windows 10 users when right clicking on a pinned app on the taskbar, when instead of seeing the usual context-sensitive jump list menu – that allows access to common features, like openin
Ethical AI usage could be the key to having your business stand out
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Companies should consider the ethical implications of AI tools in order to stand out from their competitors, a new Twilio report has claimed. The report of directors from large companies (with more than 500 employees) across 12 countries, including the UK and the US, explored customer expectations surrounding the technology, findings a shift towards delivering predictive, emotionally intelligent
Don't blame us for people suffering - London hospital hackers
23BBC News / 1h
They claim the cyber attack - which has disrupted more than 1,000 procedures - was politically motivated.
The Morning After: The biggest announcements from Nintendo Direct
Engadget / 1h
Nintendo sidestepped sharing the spotlight with all the other gaming companies at Summer Game Fest last week, promising its own Direct later in June. And that happened yesterday, teasing a lot of new games with Nintendo favorites. Mario games, yes. Zelda games, yes, and even a new Metroid game, confirmed. (More on that below the fold). The funny thing is the new Zelda game is all about… Zelda . Y
Meta secretly delayed my most anticipated Quest 3 feature, and we finally know why
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
When the Meta Quest 3 was unveiled I was impressed by a lot of what it had to offer in both the virtual- and mixed-reality departments, but by far the most interesting feature was Augments – persistent MR elements that you can use to decorate your home. As we approach the one-year mark since the headset was unveiled, Meta’s CTO has finally explained why Augments haven’t launched yet. If you've fo
Logitech’s smallest ever wireless keyboard looks ideal for creatives on the move
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Accessory maker Logitech has just launched the Keys-To-Go 2 , a super-slimline keyboard for tablets and phones that’s designed for working on the move. It provides a much-needed update to the original Keys-To-Go and offers a range of intriguing new features. Weighing 222g, the Keys-To-Go 2 is thin and lightweight, which should make it ideal for dropping into a bag when you hit the road. It comes
The Google Pixel 9 could launch with an AI sticker creation tool to rival Apple's Genmoji
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
As expected, Apple went big on AI at WWDC 2024 , announcing a wealth of new AI tools and features that are coming to its devices. Among those upcoming features is Genmoji, an AI-powered emoji creator, and it looks like the Google Pixel 9 might launch with a similar feature. Android Authority has been digging around in the latest Android 15 beta and has found evidence of a feature called Creative
Apple Battery Supplier Working on New Battery Material With 100 Times the Energy Density of Current Tech
Futurism / 1h
Power Up The Japanese electronics corporation TDK claims that it's achieved a breakthrough in developing a new material for its next generation of solid-state batteries, the Financial Times reports , boosting their performance by a remarkable degree. In numbers, the Apple supplier claims that forthcoming versions of its rechargeable CeraCharge batteries will boast an energy density of 1,000 Watt-
Prion Disease Is Spreading in Deer. Here's What We Know About the Risk to Humans
Gizmodo / 1h
Earlier this year, a team of scientists garnered a wave of media attention with their provocative report: They claimed to have found two cases of a rare but fatal prion disease in hunters that could have plausibly been caused by them eating contaminated deer meat—a frightening reminder of the mad cow crisis over 30… Read more...
Delta One “Premium Lounges” Coming To JFK, LAX, BOS, In 2024
100+One Mile at a Time / 1h
While Delta is by many metrics considered the most premium airline in the United States, one area where the airline has lagged the competition is when it comes to premium lounges dedicated to international passengers. While American has Flagship Lounges and United has Polaris Lounges , Delta hasn’t historically had dedicated international lounges. Fortunately we know that’s going to change soon.
A Smart Lock Could Cost Less Than a Locksmith Service Call
How-To Geek / 1h
Getting locked out of your house sucks, and so does paying someone to let you back in. The money you spend on your next locksmith callout would be much better spent on a smart lock instead.
How to Take the Perfect Soccer Penalty
Wired / 1h
To understand how to take a match-winning penalty, you’ve got to understand the physics behind the perfect kick.
Apple read my mind and has launched a website dedicated to helping you choose a Mac
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
I’ve been on the hunt for a new Mac for the last couple of months, and as you'll know if you’re in the same boat, there’s so much to consider. Generally speaking, Apple’s Macs are top-notch devices, but it can be hard to commit to a particular model when you have so many different requirements pulling you in different directions. Helpfully, Apple has launched a new website to make the process of
UK probes HPE’s planned $14B Juniper Networks acquisition
TechCrunch / 1h
The U.K.’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has initiated a formal “phase 1” investigation into Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s (HPE) planned acquisition of Juniper Networks. The CMA said it’s in the early stages of assessing whether the deal is likely to “result in a substantial lessening of competition within any market or markets in the United […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. Fo
AMD investigating possible data breach after internal company data put up for sale online
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Computing powerhouse AMD is apaprently investigating a data breach after a hacker put a database on a dark web forum, claiming it came from the company. Known leaker IntelBroker posted a short thread on a hacking forum, advertising sensitive employee data for sale. "Today, I'm selling the AMD.com data breach. Thanks for reading and enjoy!," the ad reads. "In June 2024, AMD, a large computing comp
Air India Unveils New Narrow Body Cabins For A320 Fleet
36One Mile at a Time / 2h
Air India is currently undergoing an impressive transformation, to a scale we’ve never seen before at any airline. Air India has already revealed its new long haul first and business experience , which will be available on the carrier’s new wide body aircraft , and will also be retrofitted on existing aircraft . The airline has now revealed its new short and medium haul passenger experience, whic
'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms': Here's your first peek at new 'Game of Thrones' spinoff
Mashable / 2h
Game of Thrones may be a distant memory, but the Westeros train is still chugging gamely along. As well as House of the Dragon making a glorious ( if disturbing ) return to our lives, we've also got another spinoff officially in the works: A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms , based on George R.R. Martin's novella The Hedge Knight , has now gone into production. SEE ALSO: A 'Game of Thrones' primer on
Who lives in a smart TV made by LG? SpongeBob SquarePants!
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
If you have a webOS smart TV from LG and you reside in the US, there are two new cloud games you can now try for free: the family-friendly, character-packed racing of Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway and the multiplayer party bundle Jackbox Party Starter . Both games will be free to download and to try. Smart TV gaming is growing in popularity; according to LG's gaming partner Blacknut,
AMD Ryzen 9000 desktop and Ryzen AI 300 laptop CPUs get rumored release dates – and there’s a hint about cheaper pricing too
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
AMD’s next-gen Ryzen CPUs built on Zen 5 are imminent for laptops (codenamed Strix Point, known as Ryzen AI 300) and desktops (Granite Ridge, Ryzen 9000 ) and we now have rumored release dates for both ranges which are coming next month. Tom’s Hardware observed that various sources have aired the launch dates, meaning when the CPUs will be on sale (or laptops packing the processors in the case of
How big is the AI threat to the cybersecurity of tech companies?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
A recent survey of 400 Chief Information Security Officers from businesses in the UK and US found that 72% believe that AI solutions would lead to security breaches. Conversely, 80% said they intended to implement AI-tools to defend against AI. This is another reminder of both the promise and the threat of AI. On one hand, AI can be used to create unprecedented security arrangements and enable cy
Meta AI removes block on election-related queries in India while Google still applying limits
26TechCrunch / 2h
Meta AI removes restrictions in answering election-related queries in India while Google is still restricting them. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Who Needs a Turntable When You Can DJ With a Ball?
Gizmodo / 2h
I love EDM and have briefly tried my hand at DJing before to, let’s say, mixed results. So when I found out that I could make music with a pair of balls instead of a turntable or digital mixer, I though, who knows—maybe this will be the start of my career as a juggling DJ. Here’s how the Odd Ball works. It connects to… Read more...
Android 15 takes a big step towards launching – and could get a major settings and biometrics boost
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Android 15 is one step closer to being finished, as beta 3 has now rolled out to Pixel devices enrolled in the beta program. This comes around a month after the launch of the second Android 15 beta , and the main addition here is Private space. This feature has appeared in unfinished form previously, but now it’s fully available to beta users, allowing them to hide and lock sensitive apps. Androi
Tidal's waving goodbye to MQA and Sony 360 Reality Audio: here's what you need to know
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Emails from any of the best music streaming services tend to fall into one of two categories: news of a price hike, or news of new features. But the email we got last night from Tidal doesn't drop into either type, because it's an announcement of a huge change that's coming into effect next month. Tidal is waving goodbye to two key formats, MQA and Sony's 360 Reality Audio. Here's what Tidal has
Squarespace brings new tools to service-based sellers
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
One of the best website builder platforms Squarespace has announced new tools and features, designed first and foremost for service-based sellers. The company says its new tools include branded invoices, proposals, contracts, updates to client intake forms, and projects, all the things sellers need to expand their product offering and streamline project management. Now, Squarespace users can crea
This Is What Would Happen if China Invaded Taiwan
25Wired / 2h
The new book World on the Brink: How America Can Beat China in the Race for the 21st Century lays out what might actually happen if China were to invade Taiwan in 2028.
Kieran Culkin and Jesse Eisenberg scramble through Poland in 'A Real Pain' trailer
Mashable / 2h
Written and directed by Jesse Eisenberg, "A Real Pain" follows cousins travelling to Poland to honour their grandmother. Trailer.
Russia-linked Qilin group says it was responsible for London hospitals cyberattack
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TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
The London NHS trust cyberattack that forced hospitals to cancel operations, divert ambulances, and launch a nation-wide call for blood donations has claimed by a Russian hacking group known as Qilin. The group is demanding $50 million from Synnovis, the target of the attack, upon which the Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust relies on for pathology services. A representative for the ransom
Bluehost launches agency partner program
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
Bluehost, one of the best WordPress website builder and hosting providers, has announced a new program tailored for digital marketing agencies and freelancers building WordPress websites for their clients. The Bluehost Agency Partner Program aims to provide resources, new revenue opportunities, and access to a wide community of other agencies, helping them expand their client list, grow their bus
Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I Review: A Decent Budget Gaming Laptop
How-To Geek / 2h
With a plethora of gaming laptops and handhelds available, it's a great time to be a PC gamer on the go. Generally, the more you spend, the better the gaming performance, but those on a budget also deserve some portable fun. One such option is the Lenovo LOQ 15IAX9I gaming laptop, which hopes to attract budget-conscious enthusiasts with its no-nonsense approach. For the most part, Lenovo has done
United Quest Card Review: Amazing Perks & 70K Miles
21One Mile at a Time / 2h
Link: Apply now for the United Quest℠ Card Chase and United Airlines have a co-brand credit card agreement for both personal and small business cards. The United Quest℠ Card is a unique card in the portfolio, and I’d argue that it’s potentially the all-around most lucrative. In this post, I wanted to take an in-depth look at the card. United Quest Card Basics For June 2024 The United Quest Card i
New Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 and Galaxy Watch Ultra leak teases some key specs
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
We've seen a lot of Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 and Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra leaks in recent weeks – perhaps not surprising considering the launch date is rumored to be less than a month away – and the latest unofficial reveal lists some key specs for these upcoming smartwatches. According to tipster @negativeonehero (via Notebookcheck ), both these wearables are going to come with the new Exynos W1
WhatsApp fully embraces HD photos and videos
Mashable / 3h
Last year, WhatsApp finally added the option to share photos (and, later, videos) in HD quality. Unfortunately, the feature had one big limitation: You had to remember to choose it every time you upload a photo, otherwise it would be uploaded in standard, SD resolution. Now, as spotted by Android Police , WhatsApp is adding the option to select high definition quality sharing for images and video
Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for June 19 (#374)
How-To Geek / 3h
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.
The return of pneumatic tubes
MIT Technology Review / 3h
Pneumatic tubes were touted as something that would revolutionize the world. In science fiction, they were envisioned as a fundamental part of the future—even in dystopias like George Orwell’s 1984 , where the main character, Winston Smith, sits in a room peppered with pneumatic tubes that spit out orders for him to alter previously published news stories and historical records to fit the ruling
I tested out a buzzy new text-to-video AI model from China
MIT Technology Review / 3h
This story first appeared in China Report, MIT Technology Review’s newsletter about technology in China. Sign up to receive it in your inbox every Tuesday. You may not be familiar with Kuaishou, but this Chinese company just hit a major milestone: It’s released the first text-to-video generative AI model that’s freely available for the public to test. The short-video platform, which has over 600
Host endless summer pizza nights with this outdoor pizza oven, now under $175
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Whip up delicious meals with the Wolfgang Puck Outdoor Wood Pellet Pizza Oven and Grill bundle, now just $169.99, a $190 discount from the usual bundle price. Getting tired of hot dogs and hamburgers? With a sunshine-y socializing season upon us, it doesn't hurt to have another delicious outdoor dining idea up your sleeve. That's where the Wolfgang Puck Outdoor Wood Pellet Pizza Oven and G
The AI Developer's Bundle contains 46 hours of courses for beginners, now just $60
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: If you want to learn about popular AI tools and get familiar with the skills to become an AI developer , check out The Ultimate Artificial Intelligence & Automation Developer Bundle for $59.99 (reg. $234). AI tools aren't limited to ChatGPT. You'll also hear about Copilot, Bard/Gemini, DALL-E, Midjourney, and so many more. When you first start learning about artificial intelligence, it may
Browse privately on up to 10 devices with lifetime access to FastestVPN for just $32
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Now through June 26th, enjoy online freedom on ten devices with a lifetime subscription to FastestVPN , on sale for $39.99 (reg. $360) for a limited time. Opens in a new window Credit: FastestVPN FastestVPN: Lifetime Subscription (10 devices) $31.97 at The Mashable Shop $360.00 Save $328.03 Digital connectivity is at the center of almost everything we do. So, it makes sense that securing y
Jazz up your remote setup with a grade-A refurbished Dell Precision tower for 60% off
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Upgrade your home office with a grade-A refurbished Dell Precision T3620 Tower with 512GB SSD while it's on sale for $269.99 (reg. $684) for a limited time. While laptops have a solid place in the world, sometimes a home office needs the power of a desktop. If you're in need of a tower (and some peripherals) to start building your play- or work-from-home hub , this refurbished Dell Precisi
What are the best seats on the plane?
Mashable / 3h
Not all airplane seats are created equal. If you're booking your next flight and wondering which seat to choose, some are better than others. We're not just talking about first class seats versus economy seats. Because of plane configurations, some seats are narrower, don't line up with the windows, or don't recline. So, there are definitely seats you want to avoid, like anything close to the bat
The 13 best TV shows of 2024 (so far)
Mashable / 3h
As we approach the halfway point of 2024, it's time to take a look back at the best TV shows this year has had to offer. 2024 has been off to a solid start, with a whole host of comedies, dramas, and limited series grabbing our attention. We were floored by the historical epic Shōgun , rejoiced in the return of shows like We Are Lady Parts and Interview with the Vampire , and couldn't get enough
How can businesses best mitigate against ransomware threats?
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Ransomware casts a long shadow in today's digital landscape, threatening businesses of all sizes with data paralysis, operational interruption, reputational damage and severe financial repercussions. The problem is particularly serious for mid-market organizations, with over half (57%) admitting they don't regularly review and replace legacy systems, and a similar number (57%) failing to patch th
Latest PlayStation Portal firmware update brings much-needed quality-of-life additions and makes it easier to access public Wi-Fi networks
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
If you're a PlayStation Portal owner, you'll want to make sure your device is up to date as its latest firmware update is available to download now. This new firmware update brings some much-needed quality-of-life changes to the PlayStation Portal. Chief among these is that Sony has made it easier to connect the handheld to public Wi-Fi networks. "With this new update," the official PlayStation B
OT organizations are being hit with more cyber threats than ever
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Operational technology (OT) systems are being hit with more cyberattacks than ever before, a new report from cybersecurity experts Fortinet claims. However, while organizations are doing their best to improve their security posture and secure their premises, they are still failing at key points. Fortinet surveyed more than 550 OT professionals across the world, working in all kinds of industries,
NYT's The Mini crossword answers for June 19
Mashable / 4h
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
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Wednesday, June 19, 2024
LifeHacker / 4h
If you’re looking for the Wordle answer for June 19, 2024 read on. We’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solution. Today’s puzzle is easier; I got it in three. Beware, there are spoilers below for June 19, Wordle #1,096! 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
TikTok child privacy complaint sent to U.S. Dept. of Justice
Mashable / 4h
TikTok may soon face yet another fight with the U.S. government. The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has accused TikTok of violating children's privacy, referring a complaint against the app and parent company ByteDance to the Department of Justice (DOJ). In a statement released on Tuesday , the FTC announced that it has been investigating TikTok and ByteDance regarding their compliance with
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Eighth SpaceX Booster Is a Redesigned Block 2
Next Big Future / 6h
Preparations are underway for a late July launch of the fifth SpaceX orbital starship but the eighth heavy booster is already partially built. The eighth heavy booster has redesigned block 2 features. The block 2 Starship and booster will be 10-20% longer and will be lighter for more payload. Felix Schlang at the What About ... Read more
Next SpaceX Starship Launch With Tower Booster Catch In 4-6 Weeks
Next Big Future / 6h
Elon Musk says SpaceX is targeting a Starship launch with a Mechazilla tower booster catch in about 4-6 weeks. The fourth (previous) launch had a simulated booster tower catch where the booster hovered over water. The Mechazilla tower arms are about the size of the drone ship used to land and recover Falcon 9 boosters. ... Read more
Juneteenth 2024: 9 black-owned banks with a special history
Mashable / 6h
This Juneteenth, there are numerous options for you to choose from for your banking needs, but did you know that you could bank Black? "The number one reason it's important for Black banks to be in existence is because the majority of them do work in what the United States designates as low to moderate income census tracts," says the executive director of the consultancy group National Black Bank
Multiple Zero Intervention Drives from Early Tesla FSD 12.4.1 Drivers
Next Big Future / 7h
Whole Mars had his third zero intervention drive in a row with Tesla FSD 12.4.1. The destination is given with verbal instruction. FSD 12.4.2 should get fairly widely distributed this weekend. Tesla FSD drivers will not need to touch the steering wheel and could have about 1-3 weeks of zero intervention drives in a cleaned ... Read more
'One of the wildest claims ever heard': Finnish startup says it can speed up any CPU by 100x using a tiny piece of hardware with no recoding — and it might just be true
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Finnish startup Flow Computing says it has developed a chip that can potentially double CPU performance and increase it by up to 100x with further software optimization, something TechCrunch describes “as one of the wildest claims ever heard in silicon engineering.” This advancement, if adopted, could significantly impact the computing needs of AI technologies and autonomous vehicle systems. Orig
Motorola teases new foldable Razr phones – here's what to expect
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Motorola has confirmed it’s launching a new generation of Razr smartphones on June 25 in the United States, with a recently posted teaser trailer on the brand's X (the platform formerly known as Twitter) account. It doesn’t show much as most of the video is covered in shadows, although we do see glimpses of what the devices will look like. Close-up shots reveal the phones will be made out of vega
AI frenzy makes Nvidia the world's most valuable company
1KBBC News / 8h
The Californian firm's meteoric rise has been fuelled by its dominance of the "new gold" - AI chips.
Get lifetime access to all Curiosity Stream documentaries at a big discount
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: As of June 18, you can get lifetime access to Curiosity Stream documentaries for only £141.62 — no coupon needed. Instead of spending the summer scrolling through the same old collection of documentaries on Netflix and ITV, it might be time to try a platform that actually specialises in educational content. Curiosity Stream is the streaming app that's home to a huge selection of high-quali
How to watch Germany vs. Hungary online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch Germany vs. Hungary in Euro 2024 for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Euro 2024 comes from the great footballing nation of Germany. And the host team face their next challenge in Group A, taking on Hungary. Germany will be confident and are looking to go all the way on home soil. Can the Hungarians spoil the party
How to watch Croatia vs. Albania online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch Croatia vs. Albania in Euro 2024 for free on ITVX . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Euro 2024 is well underway, with Croatia — one of the most impressive teams in European football — looking to start another successful campaign against underdogs Albania, who enter only their second European Championships. Croatia reached the World Cup
How to watch Scotland vs. Switzerland online for free
Mashable / 8h
TL;DR: Watch Scotland vs. Switzerland in Euro 2024 for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Nothing is decided in the first round of fixtures. The Euro 2024 group stages have plenty of surprises in store, with qualification still up for grabs for every team. Scotland and Switzerland are both looking to book a spot in the knockout r
More than 1,000 students pledge not to work at Google and Amazon due to Project Nimbus
32Engadget / 8h
No Tech for Apartheid (NOTA), a coalition of tech workers demanding big tech companies to drop their contracts with the Israeli government, is close to reaching its goal for a campaign asking students not to work with Google and Amazon. As Wired reports, more than 1,100 people who identified themselves as STEM students and young workers have taken the pledge to refuse jobs from the companies "for
How Abridge became one of the most talked about healthcare AI startups
29TechCrunch / 8h
Ask any of the health-focused VCs to name one of the top AI startups and one name comes up over and over again: a company based in Pittsburgh called Abridge. And it’s a startup that launched before OpenAI was a household name and LLMs entered the common Valley vocabulary. In 2019, Shiv Rao, a practicing […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Kilimo helps farmers save water and get paid for it
21TechCrunch / 8h
Cheap irrigation has transformed many regions around the world into breadbaskets, but it also means that there can be little left for other uses. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Blink's new Moments tool stitches camera footage together into a single video
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Smart home security brand Blink is rolling out a new feature called Moments, which will automatically combine clips from multiple cameras into a single stream. According to the company , their “customers have an average of three cameras per household,” recording hundreds of hours of footage. As one can imagine, sifting through all that footage can be very time-consuming, so Moments aims to get ri
Nvidia Becomes Number One Most Valuable Company
Next Big Future / 10h
Nvidia has surpassed the valuation of Microsoft and Apple to become the most valuable company in the world. Nvidia is worth 3.34 trillion. Microsoft is worth 3.32 trillion. Apple is worth 3.29 trillion. Nvidia has a PEG ratio of 1.66 Microsoft has a PEG (Price earnings growth) ratio of 2.23. Apple has a PEG ratio ... Read more
'Wordle' today: Here's the answer hints for June 19
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 19'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
Qimir has to be the 'The Acolyte's secret Sith Lord, right?
Mashable / 10h
We're halfway through The Acolyte , and I'm calling it: The mysterious Sith Lord Mae (Amandla Stenberg) has been serving is none other than Qimir (Manny Jacinto). A former smuggler turned disciple of the Sith, Qimir acts as a handler of sorts for Mae. If she needs a poison to kill Jedi Master Torbin (Dean-Charles Chapman), he'll whip one up. If she needs advice on where to find Jedi Master Kelnac
TikTok faces new claim of violating child privacy
43BBC News / 10h
The allegation from US regulators adds to the growing pressure faced by the social media firm.
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for June 19
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
Apple Is Discontinuing Its ‘Apple Pay Later’ Less Than a Year After It Launched
LifeHacker / 11h
Just a little over half a year since it was fully released to all U.S. customers, Apple is shutting down its installment loan Apple Pay Later service. In a statement to 9to5Mac , the company said customers will now instead see installment loans “offered through credit and debit cards, as well as lenders” when checking out. Apple Pay Later first started making its way to “ randomly selected ” cust
The Right Way to Roll up and Store Your Belts
LifeHacker / 11h
Slowly but surely, I'm going to revolutionize your closet. From shoes to bags , there are so many accessories to collect and flaunt, but they really do take up a ton of space, so finding solutions for storing every kind of adornment should be a priority for anyone living a fashion forward lifestyle. But even if you're not, and you don't have a closet overflowing with purses and footwear, you almo
Five watchOS 11 Features Apple Didn't Tell Us About at WWDC
LifeHacker / 12h
This year’s WWDC was a grand event for Apple, with the company debuting looks at its newest operating systems for the Apple Watch , iPhone , Mac , and iPad . Alongside those new OSes, it also showcased Apple Intelligence , the company’s special AI, which will power various features coming to its devices later this year. Now that we’ve had a chance to go hands-on with the Apple Watch’s newest upda
Watch the $300 Sci-Fi Short That Launched Alien: Romulus Director Fede Alvarez Into Hollywood
41Gizmodo / 12h
The elevator description for Fede Alvarez ’s 2009 sci-fi short, Panic Attack!, is as follows: “Giant robots invade Montevideo!” Frankly, the future director of Evil Dead, Don’t Breathe, and Alien: Romulus would have had us at “giant robots,” but it’s even cooler now that the short has been jazzed up and re-
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