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Singapore KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Award Sale
2KOne Mile at a Time / 1h
Singapore Airlines offers its KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes promo, whereby you can get significant savings on award tickets in select regions. This is a fantastic opportunity to save on award flights on one of the world’s best airlines . There are several opportunities to save miles on tickets in economy, premium economy, and business class. For travel to and from the United States, there are eve
Tempted by an iPhone 16 upgrade? You might want to check out these rumored iPhone 17 specs first
23TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 45min
The iPhone 16 series is likely almost here, with all signs pointing to a September launch. But whether you’ll want to buy one of these phones is another matter entirely, especially given that much bigger upgrades could be coming to the iPhone 17 series next year. In a note to investors seen by 9to5Mac , analyst Jeff Pu has argued that the iPhone 17 line could prove far more popular than the iPhon
Horrible 'We Live in Time' horse becomes instant meme
Mashable / 1h
A24 has released a new promotional image for We Live in Time , a decade-spanning romance featuring Florence Pugh and Andrew Garfield . It also apparently features a horrific, bug-eyed carousel horse, which has swiftly stolen the spotlight to become a new internet meme. We Live in Time follows the relationship between Almut (Pugh) and Tobias (Garfield), from their first meeting, to falling in love
Google Has Unleashed Its Legal Fury on Hackers and Scammers
Wired / 5min
The tech giant says its “affirmative litigation” deters and raises awareness of bad behavior. But skeptics wonder whether these suits are too small a gesture.
This Is the Most Detailed Map of Brain Connections Ever Made
Wired / 5min
In a world first, Harvard biologists worked with Google to diagram a cubic millimeter of human cerebral cortex at the subcellular level, paving the way for the next generation of brain science.
iOS 18.1 will open up contactless payments on your iPhone, but that could be a mixed blessing
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8min
Last month we heard that contactless iPhone payments would be opened up to third-party developers in the European Union, in response to regulatory pressure, and now Apple has announced that the feature is coming in 18.1 – and not just for countries in the EU. As per Apple's press release , other apps will soon be able to make contactless payments in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Japan, New Zealand,
Origin PC EON16-X Laptop Review: Power Gaming at a Premium
How-To Geek / 9min
Origin PC, which was acquired by Corsair in 2019, is known for their high-performance, premium PCs. The EON16-X gaming laptop is no exception, promising high-end gaming on-the-go with top-of-the-line power and performance. However, despite high-end components and big 16-inch display, this laptop is offered in a relatively understated package. For the most part, Origin PC delivers on this lofty pr
Dragon Age: The Veilguard gets official roadmap teasing PC spotlight and "high-level combat"
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 23min
Dragon Age: The Veilguard will finally receive an official release date today as BioWare shares the full roadmap leading up to its launch. It's been a long time coming, but Dragon Age fans can rest easy because the launch date for the next title in the RPG series is set to be revealed in a brand-new trailer scheduled to go live on August 15 at 5PM BST / 9AM PST / 12PM EST. Alongside the release d
Blake Lively reacts to radio caller claiming Deadpool is hotter than Ryan Reynolds
Mashable / 29min
Blake Lively appeared on BBC Radio One and played "Unpopular Opinion", fielding questions about Taylor Swift and Ryan Reynolds.
Alaska Flight Attendants Reject New Contract With Big Raises
500+One Mile at a Time / 41min
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 2024, Southwest flight attendants became the firs
Happy birthday, baby! What the future holds for those born today
MIT Technology Review / 48min
Happy birthday, baby. You have been born into an era of intelligent machines. They have watched over you almost since your conception. They let your parents listen in on your tiny heartbeat, track your gestation on an app, and post your sonogram on social media. Well before you were born, you were known to the algorithm. Your arrival coincided with the 125th anniversary of this magazine. With a b
'Very demure' demonstrates TikTok's ability to shape modern language
Mashable / 52min
Over the past few days, the entire TikTok community has latched onto the word "demure." Once a relatively obscure term you might’ve last encountered during a Gilmore Girls rewatch , it suddenly became ubiquitous. That’s the way things work on TikTok — for better or worse. For those unfamiliar with the platform, the latest TikTok trend involves users claiming how "demure" and "mindful" they are in
Grab lifetime access to Windows 11 Pro and Office 2019 for just $46
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Summer travel hack: Stay secure and connected abroad with NordVPN for 55% off
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TL;DR: Secure your connection and access global content with a NordVPN 2-year subscription on sale for $89 (reg. $189) through August 18. Opens in a new window Credit: NordVPN NordVPN: 2-Yr Subscription $89.00 at The Mashable Shop $189.00 Save $100.00 Use code TAKE15 for 15% off at checkout Planning a summer getaway and want to stay connected without missing a beat? NordVPN has your back, letting
Add a pop of color and style with two vibrant LED corner lamps for 63% off
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TL;DR: Check out this two-pack of corner floor lamps for $109.97 (reg. $299) and enjoy over 16 million colors and 300 lighting effects . Opens in a new window Credit: Lamp Depot Lamp Depot Minimalist LED Corner Floor Lamp (2-Pack) $109.97 at The Mashable Shop $299.99 Save $190.02 Ready to transform your living space with a splash of color? This discounted Corner Floor Lamp 2-Pack offers over 16 m
Your all-in-one creative toolkit: Get a refurnished Apple iPad and Beats Flex headphones for 27% off
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'Twisters' is already available to watch at home
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Fitbit Ace LTE is the kids' watch with grown-up problems
Mashable / 52min
At first glance, the kids' Fitbit Ace LTE smartwatch looks like a parent's dream. It comes with GPS tracking, texting and calling with approved contacts, and zero social media or third-party apps. Since this watch is a Fitbit, it's also a step tracker, albeit one with a novel premise unlike any previous Fitbit model. The Ace LTE, designed specifically with children ages 7 and older in mind, gamif
Today's NYT Connections Hints and Answer for August 15 (#430)
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.
This Code Breaker Is Using AI to Decode the Heart’s Secret Rhythms
39Wired / 1h
Inspired by his expertise in breaking ancient codes, Roeland Decorte built a smartphone app that continuously listens for signs of disease hidden in our pulse.
Park Hyatt Kuala Lumpur Opening In 2025, 100+ Floors Up
53One Mile at a Time / 1h
I’m always excited to see Hyatt’s luxury portfolio expand, given the the value of World of Hyatt Globalist status , plus the ability to redeem points . In this post I wanted to take a brief look at what might just be one of the most exciting properties in the Hyatt pipeline, at least for those of us who love hotels that are on very high floors. I wrote about this property a while back, but wanted
Unlearning the RaaS Model: How ransomware attacks are evolving
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
In recent years, ransomware attacks have surged, becoming the most notorious cyber threat. According to a recent survey of 1,200 cybersecurity professionals, more than half of all respondents (57 percent) experienced a data breach or data leak in the last 12 months (many as a result of a ransomware attack), a six percent increase from the previous year when asked the same question. This rise unde
Cisco confirms major job cuts as revenues fall
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Cisco has confirmed major job cuts as the networking giant continues to address recent struggles and rising costs. The company has revealed 7% of its global workforce will be cut, equivalent to thousands of jobs, after sales and revenue fell once again. In its Q4 2024 results , Cisco revealed revenues of $13.6 billion, a decrease of 10% year on year, with total revenue for the whole 2024 financia
NYT's The Mini crossword answers for August 15
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
NYT Strands hints, answers for August 15
Mashable / 1h
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: NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for August 15 SEE ALSO: Wordle today
Binance restarts services in India after seven-month regulatory halt
26TechCrunch / 2h
Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, has resumed operations for users in India after a seven-month hiatus imposed by a local authority for operating “illegally” in the country. The exchange said Thursday it has registered as a reporting entity with India’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), a government agency tasked with scrutinizing financial transactions. India blocked […] © 2
Biased and hallucinatory AI models can produce inequitable results
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
“Code me a treasure-hunting game.” “Cover ‘Gangnam Style” by Psy in the style of Adele.” “Create a photorealistic, closeup video of two pirate ships battling each other as they sail inside a cup of coffee.” Even that final prompt is no exaggeration – today’s best AI tools can create all these and more in minutes, making AI seem like a real-world type of modern-day magic. We know, of course, that
Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Thursday, August 15, 2024
LifeHacker / 5h
If you’re looking for the Wordle answer for August 15, 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 August 15, Wordle #1,153! 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
Get a lifetime of on-the-go personalised learning from Headway for just £35
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How to watch Washington Mystics vs. Minnesota Lynx online
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Watch Washington Mystics vs. Minnesota Lynx in the WNBA with WNBA League Pass . Avoid blackouts and watch the WNBA from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Washington Mystics and Minnesota Lynx are having very different campaigns, so most fans will be expecting a comfortable win from Minnesota Lynx in this matchup. But you never know what will happen in the WNBA. There is always th
Bowling, Selfies and the ‘Dougie’: Biden Woos Influencers at the White House
100+NYT > Technology / 6h
For its first conference on the creator economy, the Biden administration celebrated social media creators. The president lauded them as a “breakthrough in how we communicate.”
Massive DJI Neo leak reveals everything we didn't know about its lightest-ever drone
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Multiple posts on X (formerly known as Twitter) have collectively revealed almost everything about the DJI Neo . Notable leakers Quadro_News , MysteryLupin , and Jasper Ellens, have shared not only spec sheets but also product images of the device and its many accessories. The DJI Neo is a tiny, ultra-portable machine measuring just 130 x 157 x 48.5 mm and weighing a measly 135 grams, according t
Wordle today: Here's the answer hints for August 15
Mashable / 7h
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 15'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
Opera brings its web browser and AI assistant to iOS
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Opera has introduced an iOS version of its AI-fueled web browser Opera One on the Apple Store. The Safari alternative offers an array of features to entice Safari users, but the centerpiece is Aria, the AI assistant that Opera has integrated across its browser portfolio over the last year or so. Aria is free and built into the browser, combining enhanced searches with ChatGPT-style text and image
SteamOS is finally coming to the Asus ROG Ally - so you can bin off Windows 11
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
The Asus ROG Ally dropped in 2023 before a revamped ROG Ally X followed this year, and while many have sung the praises of the portable gaming PC, one complaint seems to remain constant: Windows 11 sucks on handhelds. The good news is that it seems the option to switch to SteamOS on the ROG Ally is now officially inbound. Our reviews of the ROG Ally and ROG Ally X both include the same complaint
You Can Get Minecraft: Java and Bedrock Editions on Sale for $25 Right Now
LifeHacker / 8h
You can get a digital download for Minecraft: Java and Bedrock Editions on sale for $24.99 right now (reg. $39) right now. The Java Edition, suitable for desktop use on Windows, macOS, and Linux, is known for its extensive customization options, including community-made mods and downloadable skins; and the Bedrock Edition supports cross-platform play across consoles, mobile devices, and PC. Bedro
NYT Connections today: See hints and answers for August 15
Mashable / 9h
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
Alienware Reveals a Dual-Resolution Gaming Monitor
How-To Geek / 9h
Alienware just revealed a dual-resolution gaming monitor that features two display modes: high resolution or high refresh rate. The AW2725QF is a moderately high-end 27-inch 4K monitor that respects your preferences for multiple gaming genres.
Everything You Need in Your College Backpack (and How to Keep It Organized)
LifeHacker / 9h
In the nine years between when I got my undergraduate degree and headed back for my master's, a lot changed. When I was an undergrad, we were still turning in a majority of our assignments on printed-out paper. The idea of doing that less than a decade later was absolutely laughable. I took hand-written notes when I was 18, only transitioning to carrying a laptop with me in my final year of colle
No laughing matter - how AI is helping comedians write jokes
BBC News / 10h
Some comedians are turning to artificial intelligence for their new new material.
This High-End Dell UltraSharp Video Conferencing Monitor Is on Sale for Over 40% Off Right Now
LifeHacker / 10h
You can get this Dell UltraSharp 32” video conferencing monitor on sale for $699.99 right now with free shipping (reg. $1,199.99). The adjustable webcam has AI auto focus, noise-canceling microphones, and ear-level 14W speakers. It also has 4K clarity and exceptional color contrast with IPS Black technology, as well as picture-in-picture or picture-by-picture modes. The monitor also supports Dell
Your Pixel Is Finally Able to ‘Zoom In and Enhance’
LifeHacker / 10h
You’ve seen it on countless police procedurals . You’ve watched Jack Black do it in the movies. And a year ago, Google promised it was coming to the Pixel 8 Pro . Now, the company behind Android is finally letting you “ zoom in and enhance ” your photos. Yes, the TV and movie trope that’s been mocked for decades for being unrealistic is now available in your pocket, kind of. A year late, “Zoom En
Goodbye sweet spot: Qatar Airways Privilege Club devalues American Airlines and Alaska Airlines award flights
The Points Guy / 10h
Qatar Airways has devalued some Avios sweet spots for award flights on partner airlines including American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as first reported earlier today by DansDeals . Historically, Qatar Airways Privilege Club has been a popular, if somewhat niche, loyalty program for U.S. flyers thanks in part to the bargain redemption levels of short-haul flights on Qatar’s U.S. airline partner
X adds passkey logins for Android users
Engadget / 10h
X announced today that it is rolling out support for passkeys on its Android app. The social media platform formerly known as Twitter introduced this security option for iOS users in the US in January, then globally in April. Passkeys started to take off as an option from tech companies and online services last year. We have a detailed explainer , but in short, this approach to protecting an acco
Video of Eric Schmidt blaming remote work for Google’s woes mysteriously vanishes
36TechCrunch / 10h
Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt, who has since moved on to greener and perhaps more dangerous pastures, told an audience of Stanford students recently that “Google decided that work-life balance and going home early and working from home was more important than winning.” Evidently this hot take was not for wider consumption, as Stanford — […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal us
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Thursday, August 15 (game #431)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
It's time to play Thursday's Connections puzzle from the NYT. This is a reasonably tough one – so read on for my hints. 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 WARNING: Information about NYT Connections t
NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Thursday, August 15 (game #165)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
Today's Strands is a relatively easy one, in my experience, but I've compiled some hints for you below anyway, just in case. 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 Strands
Quordle today – hints and answers for Thursday, August 15 (game #934)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
It's time for your Thursday Quordle, guaranteed to get your brain working this morning (or whenever you chose to play). If you need some hints, read on… 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'
An AI Marie Curie or Robo-Galileo might make the next big science discovery
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 11h
AI research is leading to AI that can do research all on its own. That’s the dream of Japanese firm Sakana AI, which has shared what they claim is the first “AI Scientist.” The embedded generative AI model is designed to conduct scientific research autonomously and could lead to discoveries and innovations faster than would be possible with human researchers alone. Sakana worked with the Universi
Meet Black Forest Labs, the startup powering Elon Musk’s unhinged AI image generator
TechCrunch / 11h
Elon Musk’s Grok released a new AI image-generation feature on Tuesday night that, just like the AI chatbot, has very few safeguards. That means you can generate fake images of Donald Trump smoking marijuana on the Joe Rogan show, for example, and upload it straight to the X platform. But it’s not really Elon Musk’s […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
‘Boop’ Is a Superpowered Copy-and-Paste App
LifeHacker / 11h
Working with text is annoying sometimes, especially when you're copying-and-pasting something with wonky formatting. Boop is a free and open source Mac application from developer Ivan Mathy . The idea is to paste text in here, transform it in some way with just a few keystrokes, and then copy it again in whatever app you're using it in. This is a little hard to grasp, so let's talk about an examp
Cisco to Cut About 7% of Staff in Second Round of Job Layoffs
NYT > Technology / 11h
The cuts could amount to about 6,000 jobs for the San Jose, Calif., maker of computer networking technology.
Musk’s new Grok upgrade allows X users to create largely uncensored AI images
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge / An AI-generated image of Donald Trump and catgirls created with Grok, which uses the Flux image synthesis model. (credit: BEAST / X ) On Tuesday, Elon Musk's AI company xAI announced the beta release of two new language models, Grok-2 and Grok-2 mini, available to subscribers of his social media platform X (formerly Twitter). The models are also linked to the recently released Flux imag
Mpox outbreak is an international health emergency, WHO declares
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Enlarge / A negative stain electron micrograph of a mpox virus virion in human vesicular fluid. (credit: Getty | BSIP ) The World Health Organization on Wednesday declared an international health emergency over a large and rapidly expanding outbreak of mpox that is spilling out of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is the second time in about two years that mpox's spread has spurred the WHO
Kraven the Hunter’s new trailer gives us a dark, gore-filled revenge story
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Aaron Taylor-Johnson ( Bullet Train ) plays the title character in the forthcoming film Kraven the Hunter . Sony's Spider-Man Universe (SSU) got off to a strong start with Venom (2018) and Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021), both of which racked up high box office earnings despite mixed-to-negative reviews from critics. But then the studio foundered badly with a couple of box office flops: 2022's
A Single Iranian Hacker Group Targeted Both Presidential Campaigns, Google Says
42Wired / 11h
APT42, which is believed to work for Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps, targeted about a dozen people associated with both Trump’s and Biden’s campaigns this spring, according to Google’s Threat Analysis Group.
Remade and remodeled: First look at Lufthansa’s shiny new lounge at Newark Liberty
52The Points Guy / 11h
It’s a whole new concept in lounges from German carrier Lufthansa, and it just made its official debut at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). The new and improved lounge features a fancy bar, a bistro-style kitchen and a first-class dining area, as well as clean lines and modern furnishings. This lounge is inspired by Allegris, which is Lufthansa’s new name for its revamped passenger expe
Polestar 3 production is underway in the US
34Engadget / 11h
Electric vehicle company Polestar has started production for the Polestar 3 in South Carolina. Polestar 3 cars from this location are intended for consumers in the US and Europe. The Volvo-owned company's first SUV debuted in 2023, but the shift to a US production facility will help it to avoid huge tariffs for importing EVs from its facility in Chengdu, China. "Manufacturing Polestar 3 in the US
Filmmakers say AI will change the art — perhaps beyond recognition
28TechCrunch / 11h
One of the first topics tackled was the impractical nature of today's video generators. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
X ordered to pay $600K to fired employee who didn’t click 'yes' on email ultimatum
60Engadget / 12h
Remember when Elon Musk ordered Twitter staff two years ago to “click yes” in an email to promise to work in “extremely hardcore” mode or risk losing their jobs? One of those employees who didn’t click “yes” just won a major ruling, according to the Irish news service RTÉ . Ireland’s Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) ruled that Gary Rooney, a former senior executive for the company known then
Elmo's playdate with Ms. Rachel has the internet buzzing
Mashable / 12h
It's the link-up of the century for all the young parents out there. Ms. Rachel and Elmo , finally together at last. The X account for Elmo, the beloved Muppet, tweeted a picture of the character with Ms. Rachel , the uber-popular YouTube creator and educator known for her toddler learning videos. Tweet may have been deleted Elmo is obviously an iconic character, but Ms. Rachel is a superstar in
Nintendo Switch 2: It might not come out in early 2025 after all
Mashable / 12h
The wait for the next Nintendo console continues. Nintendo's oft-rumored follow-up to the Switch (which we'll call "Switch 2" for the sake of convenience) may not launch in early 2025, as many had hoped. That's according to Chris Dring, the head of GamesIndustry.biz , anyway, who said on that site's podcast (as spotted by VGC ) that developers aren't expecting the Switch 2 to launch before the en
I like this ridiculous Playdate pizza case so much I bought a Playdate
Engadget / 12h
A bunch of the Engadget crew loves the Playdate , the tiny, quirky portable console with a load of great indie games and a crank on the side. I've long had my eye on it, but never pulled the trigger for one reason or another. I do get Playdate emails, though, and a surprising and hilarious one caught my eye earlier today (subject line: Mamma Mia!): Playdate The message goes on to say that "We won
Apple's secret, rumored robot project might have one thing going for it – it'll be cheaper than Vision Pro
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Rumors that Apple is hard at work on a home table-top robot persist, with the latest report estimating the potential price of this animated bot at somewhere around $1,000 / £780 / AU$1,514. According to a new report in Bloomberg , Apple has hundreds of people working on the project, with most of them led by former Apple Watch mastermind (and the guy behind the ill-fated car project ), Kevin Lynch
Biden tells creators they have something traditional media does not: ‘You’re trusted’
27TechCrunch / 12h
At the first ever White House Creator Economy Conference, the most popular man to drop by was not a TikTok superstar or a YouTube sensation. It was President Joe Biden, who emphasized social media creators’ role in shaping public opinion. “Until about three, four months ago, I didn’t pay very much attention, following you guys,” […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Dress Up These Frozen Foods for Your Next Party
LifeHacker / 12h
There’s no shame in eating frozen prepared food. And while it’s true that my appetite is as broad and encompassing as that of a trash troll, I'd go so far as to say there’s also no shame in serving other people frozen prepared foods. The freezer section is arguably the home cook’s greatest resource for catering parties, big and small—but that doesn’t mean your food has to look like it just rolled
Preorders of New Pixel 9 Phones Include Gift Cards Worth up to $350
LifeHacker / 12h
Google fans must be buzzing this week with the news of three new Pixel devices: The Pixel 9 smartphone lineup , the Pixel Watch 3 , and the Pixel Buds Pro 2 , all of which are available for preorder already. The new lineup of Google Pixel 9 phones has four options for you to choose from, the Google Pixel 9 , Google Pixel 9 Pro , Google Pixel 9 Pro XL , and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold . Amazon, Go
NEA led a $100M round into Fei-Fei Li’s new AI startup, now valued at over $1B
60TechCrunch / 12h
World Labs, a stealthy startup founded by renowned Stanford University AI professor Fei-Fei Li, has raised two rounds of financing two months apart, according to multiple reports. The latest financing was led by NEA and valued the company at over $1 billion, TechCrunch has learned from several people with knowledge of the investments. This was a […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For per
Alaska Airlines Flight Attendants Reject Big Pay Raise—Now American Airlines Deal Faces Major Risk
100+View from the Wing / 12h
Alaska Airlines flight attendants have just voted down the contract their union negotiated. It would have given them an immediate 18% raise and then 3% raises in subsequent years. They’d receive boarding pass and retro pay back to 2022. The vote wasn’t close – 68 to 32 against. Continue reading ...
iPhone camera app Halide has an 'anti-intelligent' mode to make shooting with RAW easier
Engadget / 12h
Halide is one of the best camera alternatives for the iPhone, a lovingly-crafted app that gives users plenty of manual control over the images they take. And today they just pushed out a major update with an intriguing proposition: an “anti-intelligent” camera. Of course, more advanced digital photographers will already be familiar with the RAW format, something Halide (and basically all digital
The World Health Organization Just Declared a New Global Emergency
65Futurism / 12h
For the second time in just over two years, the World Health Organization has declared an outbreak of mpox, formerly known as monkeypox , a global emergency. As the New York Times and other outlets report , this second outbreak has already resulted in 14,000 cases and 524 deaths in the
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