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SpaceX Superdragon and Starship Improvements
Next Big Future / 16h
NASA awarded SpaceX a contract for $843 million to make a giant version of the Dragon Spacecraft to de-orbit the Space Station. It will use 47 Draco engines instead of the 16 on the Crew dragon. It will four times the thrust and six times the propellant. If there was ever a mission to move ... Read more
NYT's The Mini crossword answers for August 5
Mashable / 8min
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
Save At Peninsula Hotels With Amex Offers (Targeted)
One Mile at a Time / 25min
The Amex Offers program frequently has promotions for hotel stays, which can save you money or earn you bonus points for stays you’d make anyway. Amex has just rolled out its latest targeted hotel offer, which is the first time we’ve seen such an offer for this hotel brand. Spend $500+ with Peninsula, save $100 There’s a targeted Amex Offers deal that can save you $100 when you spend $500+ at sel
NYT Strands hints, answers for August 5
Mashable / 29min
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. By providing an opaque hint and not providing the word list, Strands creates a brain-teasing game that takes a little longer to play than its other games, like Wordle and Connections . SEE ALSO: Wordle today: Here's the answer hints for August 5 SEE ALSO: NYT Connections toda
Hurricane Debby track shows Florida landfall near. See the path online
Mashable / 1h
Hurricane Debby is on track to make landfall in Florida early Monday morning. The storm which formed rapidly and raced up the Gulf of Mexico late last week, intensified to hurricane strength as it neared landfall in the Big Bend area of Florida, the National Hurricane Center confirmed. Tweet may have been deleted As of 2 a.m. ET, the hurricane has maximum sustained winds of 80 mph and is expected
How 2024 Became the Zoom Election
NYT > Technology / 1h
Hastily assembled mega-rallies conducted over Zoom are raising millions to elect Kamala Harris, giving the videoconferencing app an unexpected role in this year’s campaign.
Ouch: CrowdStrike Sends Scathing Letter To Delta, Strikes Back
One Mile at a Time / 1h
As everyone knows by now, Delta had a massive operational meltdown a couple of weeks ago, whereby over 7,000 flights were canceled, and even more flights were delayed. While the initial cause of the issues was a faulty CrowdStrike software update, the scale of Delta’s problems was in part due to the company’s lackluster crew scheduling software, which is why Delta recovered so much slower than co
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Data quality: The unseen villain of machine learning
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2h
What are the main things a modern machine learning engineer does? This seems like an easy question with a simple answer: Build machine learning models and analyze data. In reality, this answer is often not true. Efficient use of data is essential in a successful modern business. However, transforming data into tangible business outcomes requires it to undergo a journey. It must be acquired, secur
Choice Privileges Promo Summer 2024: 8K Points After Two Stays
400+One Mile at a Time / 3h
In early June, Choice Privileges launched its summer 2024 promotion . While the promotion was initially supposed to expire on August 5, it has now been extended by a month, through September 5. It’s a pretty typical offer from the program — while probably not a reason to switch any stays to Choice, it’s worth taking advantage of if you were planning such a stay anyway. Choice promo: earn 8,000 po
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 finale: Oh crap, Ser Simon Strong finally called Mum
Mashable / 3h
Ser Simon Strong's probably the most patient man in the Seven Kingdoms . But this week, he made the call. The stealth MVP of House of the Dragon Season 2 , the super-chill and always fashionable Strong (Simon Russell Beale) has done nothing but put up with Daemon Targaryen's (Matt Smith) crap all season. While the King ✨ CONSORT ✨ (don't forget it) has been offending the Rivermen and tripping bal
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 finale: What happened to Otto Hightower?
Mashable / 3h
A lot happened in the House of the Dragon Season 2 finale, from visions and prophecies to that final standoff between Rhaenyra (Emma D'Arcy) and Alicent (Olivia Cooke). But in the off-to-battle montage that take place before the end credits, we're finally given a glimpse of a character we haven't seen in a while: Otto Hightower (Rhys Ifans), who was fired from his position of Hand of the King by
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 2 finale: What does Helaena’s prophecy about Aemond mean?
Mashable / 3h
This whole season of House of the Dragon has been filled with visions and prophecies , but the finale really doubled down. As well as Daemon's (Matt Smith's) weirwood tree-assisted glimpse into the future , we also had another prophecy from Helaena (Phia Saban) — and it could have some major implications for her brothers Aemond (Ewan Mitchell) and Aegon II (Tom Glynn-Carney). So what exactly does
'House of the Dragon' Season 2 finale: Daemon's strange vision of Daenerys, explained
Mashable / 3h
It's almost impressive how little Daemon Targaryen (Matt Smith) has actually done this season of House of the Dragon , but he's certainly seen some things. Ever since he arrived at Harrenhal for what has to have been the easiest conquest ever , Daemon has been having some pretty strange hallucinations — including a young Rhaenyra (Milly Alcock), a sex dream about his dead mother Alyssa (Emeline L
Buy World Of Hyatt Points For 20% Off (1.92 Cents Per Point)
1KOne Mile at a Time / 3h
World of Hyatt has just launched its newest promotion on purchased points . This has the potential to be quite a good deal, so let’s go over the details. Promotion on purchased World of Hyatt points Through Tuesday, October 8, 2024, World of Hyatt is offering a 20% discount on purchased points . You can unlock this offer as long as you purchase at least 5,000 points in one transaction. World of H
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Monday, August 5, 2024
LifeHacker / 3h
If you’re looking for the Wordle answer for August 5, 2024 read on. We’ll share some clues, tips, and strategies, and finally the solution. Today’s puzzle is medium difficult; I got it in four. Beware, there are spoilers below for August 5, Wordle #1,143! 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
Get Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and all their mates for life — just £35
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR : Through Aug. 18, jump on end-of-summer savings and get a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Pro 2021 , giving you unlimited access to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more for only £35.12 (reg. £171.79). Opens in a new window Credit: Retail King Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows: Lifetime License £35.12 at the Mashable Shop £171.79 Save £136.67 It's not just that Powe
How to watch the men's 5,000m final at Paris 2024 online for free
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Live stream the men's 5,000m final at Paris 2024 for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . There's something special about the 5,000m. Maybe it's because so many amateur runners compete over this distance, so fans have an idea of what elite athletes go through in this event. Whatever the reason, the men's 5,000m final at Pari
How to watch the men's marathon at Paris 2024 online for free
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Live stream the men's marathon at Paris 2024 for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . There's a long list of incredible events to keep track of at Paris 2024 , including the marathon events. The men's marathon takes place first, and is something you won't want to miss. The event will feature none other than the GOAT himself,
The 'House of the Dragon' Season 2 finale, explained
Mashable / 4h
This season on House of the Dragon , we endured the horrors of Blood and Cheese, witnessed the pivotal battle of Rook's Rest, and welcomed new dragonriders following the fiery Red Sowing. Now, we come to the finale, and the results are... a tad underwhelming. Don't get me wrong, the Season 2 finale is by no means a bad episode of House of the Dragon . That emotional reunion between Rhaenyra (Emma
House of the Dragon season 2 ending explained: who sits on the Iron Throne, will there be a season 3, and more questions answered
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
Full spoilers follow for House of the Dragon season 2's final episode and 'Fire and Blood', the book it's based on. House of the Dragon season 2 's finale is out now – and, while it doesn't have shock factor of its predecessor's final episode, it's an engrossing watch that sets up plenty of fascinating story beats heading into its third season. With the dust settling on another season of suspense
Wordle today: Here's the answer hints for August 5
Mashable / 6h
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 August 5'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 c
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for August 5
Mashable / 7h
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
I finally understand the hype around the Playdate game Root Bear
Engadget / 7h
Root Bear is one of those games that seems to get recommended all the time to new Playdate owners looking for somewhere to start. After months of encountering the title on the internet and vaguely wondering what could be so great about a game where all you do is pour root beer for bears, I finally decided to give it a go this weekend. And, yup, I totally get it now. Root Bear is ridiculously fun
NASA Should Not Risk Astronauts on Boeing Starliner
Next Big Future / 7h
Ars Technica reports that there has been a lot of recent activity at NASA, Boeing, and SpaceX. This activity suggests that two ISS astronauts (Wilmore and Williams) could come home aboard a Crew Dragon spacecraft rather than Starliner. Nextbigfuture believes that it is a needless risk to have the astronauts return on Boeing Starliner. Multiple ... Read more
Quordle today – hints and answers for Monday, August 5 (game #924)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
This is a really tough Quordle to start the week – so take advantage of my hints below if you get stuck. Enjoy playing word games? You can also check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and NYT Strands today pages for hints and answers for those puzzles. S POILER WARNING: Information about Quordle today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers. Quordle today (game
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Monday, August 5 (game #421)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Why not start the week with a game of the NYT's Connections word game? It's usually difficult, always good fun, and there are hints for it below if you need them. What should you do once you've finished? Why, play some more word games of course. I've also got daily Wordle hints and answers , Strands hints and answers and Quordle hints and answers articles if you need help for those too. SPOILER W
NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Monday, August 5 (game #155)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
Your Strands week starts here, with a difficult instalment from the NYT that you may well need some help with. I certainly did… Want more word-based fun? Then check out my Wordle today , NYT Connections today and Quordle today pages for hints and answers for those games. SPOILER WARNING: Information about NYT Strands today is below, so don't read on if you don't want to know the answers. NYT Stra
iPhone 16 rumored features: the key upgrades we're expecting
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 9h
At this point, we have a pretty good idea of what to expect from the iPhone 16 , iPhone 16 Plus , iPhone 16 Pro , and iPhone 16 Pro Max , as although Apple hasn’t revealed anything yet – and probably won’t do so until September – leaks and rumors surrounding the iPhone 16 series have been extensive. We've heard details about almost every facet of the upcoming phones, from the iPhone 16 colors to
OpenAI confirms it’s looking into text watermarking for ChatGPT that could expose cheating students
Engadget / 9h
Following a report from The Wall Street Journal that claims OpenAI has been sitting on a tool that can spot essays written by ChatGPT with a high degree of accuracy, the company has shared a bit of information about its research into text watermarking — and why it hasn’t released its detection method. According to The Wall Street Journal ’s report, debate over whether the tool should be released
Airline Outrage: Why Passengers Keep Getting Forced To Gate Check Bags When Overhead Bins Are Empty
View from the Wing / 11h
Two flights in a row an American Airlines passenger found that overhead bins were virtually empty yet people were being required to gate check their carry-on bags. They weren’t allowed to bring their bags onto the plane, even though there was plenty of space. This is one of the most frequent complaints about airlines I see in social media, day after day, alongside damaged checked bags. Those two
What we’re listening to: I Dreamt I Found a Red Ruby, Stampede and more
Engadget / 11h
In this installment of What We're Listening To, Engadget's Weekend Editor Cheyenne MacDonald dives into the new releases she's been enjoying lately. Francesca Wexler - I Dreamt I Found a Red Ruby Every once in a while, “the algorithm” actually does right by me. While scrolling through my Instagram feed sometime in the last month or so, a suggested Reel from artist Francesca Wexler popped up, and
From golf to hunting, a new crop of startups want to make these experiences even better
TechCrunch / 12h
COVID-19 pushed people to take up outdoor activities. Now, startups are helping companies and consumers keep up with demand. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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