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Black hole shot a beam through space. NASA snapped stunning footage.
200+Mashable / 21h
The M87 galaxy is monstrous. It contains several trillions of stars, compared to our Milky Way 's hundreds of billions. And the supermassive black hole at its center is shooting an outstretched beam of energy into space . The Hubble Space Telescope, operated by NASA and the European Space Agency, has captured a new image of this energetic cosmic event, which produces a beam of superheated gas 3,0
Meta offers a glimpse through its supposed iPhone killer: Orion
100+TechCrunch / 14h
For years, Silicon Valley and Wall Street have questioned Mark Zuckerberg’s decision to invest tens of billions of dollars into Reality Labs. This week, Meta’s wearables division unveiled a prototype of its Orion smart glasses, a form factor the company believes one day could replace the iPhone. That idea sounds crazy… but maybe a little […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal us
Berkeley Coding Professor Says Even Grads With 4.0 GPA Can't Find Jobs
500+Futurism / 19h
Book of Job A Berkeley computer scientist is raising alarm bells about the state of the labor market for new college graduates struggling to find work. In a LinkedIn post , UC Berkeley's James O'Brien said that even his students who achieved top-tier grade point averages are failing to find work post-graduation. "Previously, a Berkeley [computer science] graduate, even if not a top student, would
Global Birthrate Collapse Will Be Worse than The Black Death
Next Big Future / 7min
Jim Rickards warns of the collapse in China’s population and collapse in global population. Nextbigfuture described these issues in mid-2023 over 15 months ago. I described the collapse as worse than the black death and Jim use the same description. Jim Rickards is an economist, lawyer, and investment banker with 40 years of experience in ... Read more
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Today’s Wordle Hints (and Answer) for Sunday, September 29, 2024
LifeHacker / 2h
If you’re looking for the Wordle answer for September 29, 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 September 29, Wordle #1,198! 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 Yor
Practise using top AI tools like ChatGPT and DALL-E with £18.67 course bundle
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Learn how to use AI on your own with this ChatGPT and Gemini AI training bundle, on sale for only £18.67 (reg. £590.83) through Sept. 29. Opens in a new window Credit: Eduonix Learning Solutions The 2024 Complete ChatGPT & Gemini AI Advanced E-Degree £18.67 at the Mashable Shop £590.83 Save £572.16 AI tools are common enough that you may be able to master them through trial and error, but
Nine travel influencers on Instagram to help plan your next adventure
Mashable / 3h
Executing a good vacation takes time, effort, and, ultimately, a whole lot of luck. Of course, there are some issues associated with the industry, including environmental impact and a heightened focus on consumerism, but when you're in the research phase of a new trip, you might want to find some influencers to take you along for the ride. SEE ALSO: How to use Tripadvisor’s AI-powered assistant t
How to watch Manchester United vs. Tottenham online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Watch Manchester United vs. Tottenham in the Premier League with a free trial of Fubo . Sign up for a free trial of Fubo from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . It's always exciting when any of the "top six" teams from the Premier League clash. And this weekend, Erik ten Hag's Manchester United host Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham Hotspur. Both teams have the same stats so far this seaso
How to watch Raiders vs. Browns online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Live stream Las Vegas Raiders vs. Cleveland Browns for free on TVNZ+ . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . It is possible to live stream select NFL fixtures without spending anything, including the upcoming matchup between the Las Vegas Raiders and Cleveland Browns. And you don't need to be a tech wiz to unlock these free streams. Anyone can liv
How to watch Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Live stream Atletico Madrid vs. Real Madrid in La Liga for free on ITVX . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . This La Liga season is still in its early stages, but all the familiar faces are at the top of the league standings. Two of those sides are meeting in a huge matchup this weekend, and you can watch all the action without spending anythin
How to watch Colts vs. Steelers online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Live stream Indianapolis Colts vs. Pittsburgh Steelers for free on TVNZ+ . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The NFL is up and running, with a number of teams making early statements of intent. The Steelers are one of those teams, with a number of strong performances in the first few rounds of the new campaign. Next for the Pittsburgh Steelers
How to watch Falcons vs. Saints online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Live stream Atlanta Falcons vs. New Orleans Saints for free on TVNZ+ . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Live streaming the NFL for free is not easy, but nothing is impossible with a VPN. There are a bunch of free streaming platforms offering coverage of this NFL season, and you can access them all with a VPN by your side, including Atlanta Fa
Groundbreaking wireless tech that can run on coin batteries for months hits new milestone — HaLow achieves 10-mile range in latest real-world test
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Wi-Fi HaLow is a low-power, long-range variant of Wi-Fi, based on the IEEE 802.11ah standard. It operates in the sub-GHz range (850-950 MHz), enabling it to penetrate obstacles such as walls and buildings and connect a larger number of IoT devices over much greater distances. In February, Morse Micro showcased Wi-Fi HaLow’s capabilities by achieving a 3-kilometer (1.8 miles) video call , setting
NYT Strands hints, answers for September 29
Mashable / 4h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of
CONCAT vs. TEXTJOIN: Which Should You Use in Excel?
How-To Geek / 4h
Manually combining data from two or more cells into another cell would take time and inevitably result in errors, especially if you're dealing with lots of data. Excel is designed to automate time-consuming tasks, and the CONCAT and TEXTJOIN functions are textbook examples of this in action.
The 8 Best Hidden Microsoft Word Features
How-To Geek / 4h
Want to impress your friends and coworkers? Try these hidden Microsoft Word features! You may have used Microsoft Word for years, but you haven't fully taken advantage of its capabilities. I'll share eight hidden Word features that often go unnoticed. Let's dive in.
Wordle today: Here's the answer hints for September 29
Mashable / 5h
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 September 29's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahj
NYT Connections today: Hints and answers for September 29
Mashable / 6h
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
Quordle today – hints and answers for Sunday, September 29 (game #979)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now nearly 1,000 games later. It offers a genuine challenge, though, so read on if you need some Quordle hints today – or scroll down further for the answers. 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 PO
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Sunday, September 29 (game #476)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Good morning! Let's play Connections, the NYT's clever word game that challenges you to group answers in various categories. It can be tough, so read on if you need clues. 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.
NYT Strands today — hints, answers and spangram for Sunday, September 29 (game #210)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Strands is the NYT's latest word game after the likes of Wordle, Spelling Bee and Connections – and it's great fun. It can be difficult, though, so read on for my Strands hints. 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
Here’s a peek at how A Minecraft Movie will handle crafting
32Engadget / 9h
The team behind the upcoming Minecraft movie shared a new clip during Minecraft Live that expands on the brief crafting moment we saw in the polarizing first teaser . The scene comes in the middle of a discussion between Mojang creative director Torfi Frans Olafsson and A Minecraft Movie director Jared Hess, at 4:51 . The segment also gives us our first look at the movie’s interpretation of a Min
Your guide to United Million Miler status
The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Whether you’re a dedicated business traveler or a passionate jet-setter, reaching United Million Miler status is a testament to your loyalty. Although it requires a lot of flying on paid tickets, Million Miler members enjoy United Premier status for life. In fairness, only a small percentage of United MileagePlus mem
Hilton Honors Amex Card review: Solid perks and no annual fee
The Points Guy / 9h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Hilton Honors American Express Card overview The Hilton Honors American Express Card is Hilton’s no-annual-fee (see rates and fees ) entry-level cobranded product. Featuring bonus points on eligible Hilton purchases and complimentary Hilton Honors Silver status, the card is a solid option for new cardmembe
Chinese scientists use americium to produce ultra-compact nuclear battery that could perhaps one day replace lithium batteries
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 10h
Scientists from across several Chinese institutions have unveiled a new ultra-compact nuclear battery that has the potential to replace the existing power sources used in everyday tech. Powered by Americium, this new battery reportedly achieves an energy conversion efficiency up to 8,000 times greater than previous models, suggesting it could one day serve as a substitute for conventional lithium
X faces additional $1.9M fine to end ban in Brazil
TechCrunch / 10h
X (formerly Twitter) could soon resume service in Brazil — if it’s willing to pay an additional fine. Reuters and other publications have reported on an order from the country’s Supreme Court Judge Alexandre de Moraes stating that the Elon Musk-owned social network could “immediately return to its activities in national territory” if it pays […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For persona
Delta CEO Rips Into Pete Buttigieg, Says It Got Ugly: “You Can Imagine the Private Conversation We Had”
View from the Wing / 10h
After Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg called Ed Bastian , ‘reminding him about his airline’s responsibilities to passengers’, the airline became more reasonable covering costs for stranded passengers . Delta had previously refused to pay for tickets that travelers were stuck buying on other airlines. However, CEO Bastian has put Buttigieg on blast over this. Continue reading ...
Weekly Review: September 28, 2024
One Mile at a Time / 11h
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’m back at home, after quite the exciting couple of weeks of travel to Latin America. Don’t worry, I have another review trip planned shortly, so there will be lots of travel content. On the points & travel front, this week Southwest revealed more details about its passenger experience changes, Air France announced it would install Starlink Wi-Fi
Frank R. Dickinson (1874-1961), ‘Mother Float’, “The Quarto”, 1898 Source
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
thefugitivesaint : Frank R. Dickinson (1874-1961), ‘Mother Float’, “The Quarto”, 1898 Source
Meta rethinks smart glasses with Orion
24TechCrunch / 11h
Meta Connect 2024 was this week, showcasing new hardware and software to support two of the company’s big ambitions: AI and the metaverse. CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced new Quest headsets, updates to Meta’s Llama AI model, and real-time video capabilities of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. The biggest reveal, though, was Orion, a true AR glasses […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For persona
Brazil isn't done fining Elon Musk and X
Mashable / 11h
If you thought the fight between Brazil and X (and its owner Elon Musk ) was coming to a close without one last obstacle, you'd be sorely mistaken. It started a few weeks ago, when Brazilian Supreme Court justice Alexandre de Moraes ordered X to take down what Moraes considered misinformation and fake news on the site. Musk refused the Court's demands, and Brazil responded by barring the social m
Todd Philips Thinks His Joker Would Have a Somehow More Homoerotic View of Batman
Gizmodo / 11h
Everyone knows Joker's obsessed with Batman, and even Phillips thinks that fixation could be applied to his take of the villain.
Brian Williams might host a live election night special for Amazon
24TechCrunch / 11h
Amazon Prime Video could be getting into the live news business, if only for one night. Variety reports that the company is in talks with longtime NBC and MSNBC news anchor Brian Williams to host a live Election Night special, competing with more traditional TV news broadcasts to offer non-partisan coverage of the U.S. presidential […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only
Judge rejects Apple’s last-minute request for a deadline extension in Epic case
Engadget / 11h
Apple tried at the last second to get out of producing a trove of documents by Monday as it was ordered to in its ongoing dispute with Epic, and Magistrate Judge Thomas Hixson is not having it. In early August, the company was given a deadline of September 30 to produce documents relating to the changes it made to its App Store rules this year, which was its attempt to satisfy an injunction. Appl
historicalbookimages:🐅 Buffon’s Natural history,. London:Printed...
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
historicalbookimages : 🐅 Buffon’s Natural history,. London:Printed for the Proprietor, and sold by H. D. Symonds, 1797-1807.
New to OneDrive? The 8 Tips You Need to Know
How-To Geek / 12h
OneDrive offers more features beyond just uploading and storing your files on the cloud. If you're new to OneDrive, here's a list of useful tips to get you started on the right foot.
Razer Is Making a Gaming Haptic Pad for Your Chair
LifeHacker / 12h
Following Razer’s wide release of its controversial Snap Tap feature earlier this week, which arguably gives owners of its keyboards such an advantage in some games that Valve has banned it from Counter-Strike 2 , the company is now announcing even more pro-level hardware. This includes the expected pro update to its Kraken V4 headset, but more interestingly, there’s also new tech like a laptop c
historicalbookimages: 🐾 Buffon’s Natural...
Music, Arts & Literature / 12h
historicalbookimages : 🐾 Buffon’s Natural history,. London:Printed for the Proprietor, and sold by H. D. Symonds, 1797-1807.
How to Disable ChatGPT Memory (and Delete Saved Memory)
How-To Geek / 12h
ChatGPTs memory feature extracts and saves various pieces of personal information about you from your chats with the tool. If you dont want the tool to save this information, its easy to toggle off the feature. I'll show you how to do that.
Smile 2’s Director Thinks the Franchise Can Get Even Wilder
Gizmodo / 12h
Parker Finn teases some of what's to come in Smile 2 , and how the horror franchise could go even further with more movies.
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