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Canvassers for Elon Musk’s America PAC Were Fired and Stranded in Michigan After Speaking Out
2KWired / 15h
A dozen Black canvassers were tricked, threatened, and driven in seatless U-Haul vans. They were fired after WIRED reported on their plight—some without full pay or a way back home.
NASA's Voyager finally phoned home with a device unused since 1981
61Mashable / 20h
At 15.4 billion miles away from Earth in interstellar space , Voyager 1 won't last much longer. In fact, NASA 's flight engineers may have thought the 47-year-old mission had finally kicked the bucket when the uncrewed spacecraft recently went quiet. The probe had shut off its main radio transmitter for communicating with mission control. Voyager's problem began on Oct. 16, when flight controller
The Galaxy S25 could be the first Samsung flagship phone to get seamless updates
64TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 20h
Seamless (A/B) updates tipped for the Galaxy S25 Streamlines the process of updating a device First introduced by Google back in 2016 We're getting closer to the expected January launch of the Samsung Galaxy S25 , and the latest rumor around this phone series suggests it'll be getting an upgrade in terms of how updates are applied at the most fundamental level. As per tipster @chunvn8888 (via Sam
The ins and outs of threat emulation
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 2min
Traditional security testing often provides only a static snapshot of an organization's defenses, relying primarily on hypothetical scenarios and vulnerability scanners to identify potential weaknesses. While these methods offer some value, they often fall short in simulating the dynamic and evolving tactics employed by real-world adversaries. Threat emulation, on the other hand, takes a realisti
Threads now has 275M monthly active users
TechCrunch / 14min
Meta's social network, Threads, now has 275 million monthly active users, the company said on Sunday. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Magic AI Coding With Giant Context Windows
Next Big Future / 20min
Magic is building frontier code models to automate software engineering and research. This AI coding assistance startup raised $320 million in a funding round led by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt. Magic’s total funding now stands at $515 million. Magic had about 23 people (+ 8000 H100s) in August, 2024. They are hiring more Engineers ... Read more
X updates block feature, letting blocked users see your public posts
TechCrunch / 58min
X is rolling out its controversial update to the block feature, allowing people to view your public posts even if you have blocked them. © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
NYT Strands hints, answers for November 4
Mashable / 2h
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
Get an all-in-one AI app for just £30.85 and access Chat GPT-4, Gemini, and more
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: 1minAI gives you lifetime access to popular AI models like GPT-4 and Gemini for only £30.85 (reg. £180.51). Opens in a new window Credit: 1minAI 1minAI: Lifetime Subscription £30.85 at the Mashable Shop £180.51 Save £149.66 AI has become an essential part of so many industries. Unfortunately, it's pretty expensive to keep up with the premium versions of all these different AI models, but l
Delaying Your Windows Updates? You Probably Shouldn't
How-To Geek / 2h
We've all been therethe Windows update notification pops up, and we click "Remind Me Later." But later may be too late. Learn why it's important to update to maintain your PC's security.
Is the Excel Mobile App Worth Using?
How-To Geek / 2h
If, like me, you're an avid user of Microsoft Excel, having the program in your pocket to use whenever and wherever you are can be quite handy. But is the mobile app as good as the desktop app?
How to Fix Windows 11 Freezing on Startup
How-To Geek / 2h
Do you turn on your Windows 11 PC, and it freezes up? Many problems can cause this behavior, but luckily, you can usually resolve this issue with simple fixes or more advanced solutions. Ill show you what to do in this situation.
8 Microsoft Word Features I Wish I Knew About Sooner
How-To Geek / 2h
Even after using Microsoft Word for over a decade, I only discovered some of its features recently. These hidden gems now streamline my workflow and save me timeI just wish I had found them sooner! Whether you're new to Word or a pro, here are some features you should familiarize yourself with.
Miss the Old Office Interface? Heres How to Get It Back
How-To Geek / 2h
Have you noticed your Microsoft Office apps looking a bit different lately? That would be the new default Office theme kicking in. I, personally, am a fan of the new look, but if its not your cup of tea, you can revert to the old theme.
Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 4
Mashable / 4h
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 November 4'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: Mahjon
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 4
Mashable / 4h
Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , 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 th
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 4
Mashable / 5h
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
What are points and miles worth? TPG’s November 2024 monthly valuations
28The Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. These valuations are not provided by card issuers. One of the questions people often ask us is, “How much is a point or mile worth?” The true answer varies from point to point and person to person. It also depends on your travel goals and how much you maximize a particular loyalty currency. Still, some rew
41 new Hyatt hotels where you can get 500 extra points per night
The Points Guy / 6h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. I stayed at the Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton in South Africa shortly after it opened in 2021. When I checked my account activity after my stay, I noticed an “opening bonus” of 2,000 points. Then I remembered that Hyatt offers 500 bonus points per night on qualifying stays at new hotels. I unknowingly r
Amazon's first color Kindle has just started shipping and readers are already complaining
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Amazon's first ever color ereader has only just gone on sale and users who've received their early orders are already unhappy, with some returning the Kindle Colorsoft or exchanging it for a new one. As first reported by The Verge , a strip of yellow is marring the bottom of the Kindle Colorsoft display for some users, leading to a rather dismal 2.6 star rating (at the time of writing) on the Ama
The environmental campaigners fighting against data centres
29BBC News / 7h
A growing global movement is seeing people object to data centres in their locality.
Quordle today – hints and answers for Monday, November 4 (game #1015)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
Quordle was one of the original Wordle alternatives and is still going strong now more than 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
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Monday, November 4 (game #512)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
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 Monday, November 4 (game #246)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 7h
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
Affirm launches in the UK, as ‘buy now, pay later’ market faces regulatory overhaul
TechCrunch / 7h
Buy now, pay later (BNPL) giant Affirm is launching in the U.K., its first market outside North America. Its long-anticipated arrival comes as U.K. lawmakers mull new rules to bring BNPL firms into line with other traditional consumer credit services, though such laws aren’t expected to come into effect until at least 2026 — long […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
X Says It Has Begun Rolling Out Controversial Change to Block Function
Gizmodo / 9h
Now when you block someone they won't be able to interact with you, but they can still view your posts.
Just Before Black Friday, Amazon is Slashing Prices on The New MacBook Air With The XL 15-Inch Display
Gizmodo / 9h
Amazon Slashes Prices on the Latest Apple Ultrabook.
At 40% Off on Amazon, This Roomba Robot Vacuum is Cheaper Than AirPods And Will Last a Lifetime
Gizmodo / 9h
Embrace the future of effortless cleaning thanks to Amazon!
The First Hawaiian Airlines Flight On The Chopping Block After The Alaska Airlines Merger
View from the Wing / 9h
It's clear that we're going to see some long haul flying move to Seattle. That means some Hawaiian Airlines widebodies leave Honolulu. There will be fewer widebodies operating between Honolulu and the West Coast, perhaps, and fewer Honolulu - Pacific destinations. But it's not just those markets that will see planes shift around. Continue reading ...
How to Change Your Action Button Based on Focus Mode
How-To Geek / 9h
The biggest problem with the Action button found on iPhone 16 and iPhone 15 Pro models is that it can only be set to do one thing. However, by setting it to run a custom shortcut, you can get your Action button to perform different actions depending on which Focus mode your iPhone is in.
This 15-Inch Portable Monitor is Ideal For Gaming or Work, Now Just $59 on Amazon For Early Black Friday
Gizmodo / 10h
Unlock your gaming and work potential.
6 Ways to Find and Replace Text in the Linux Terminal
How-To Geek / 10h
Editing a configuration file or updating a large document by going through each line manually can take a lot of time. However, with command-line tools like sed, awk, Vim, and others, you can make the search and replace process fast and efficient.
Samsung's One UI is Android How It Should Be
How-To Geek / 10h
Ive been using Android phones for over a decade now, back when a new phone really did provide a big upgrade. While I started out with HTC, Ive been rocking a Samsung phone in recent years, and for me, Samsungs One UI user interface is exactly how I want Android to be.
“Up North.”
Music, Arts & Literature / 10h
petite-ursus : “Up North.” (Mostly the Porcupine Mountains, Michigan.)
How to Find Resource-Hogging Processes Using the Linux Command Line
How-To Geek / 10h
Every piece of code running inside your Linux computer needs RAM and CPU cycles. A process taking more than its fair share slows down other processes. Heres how to find the culprits.
Matthew Lillard Reflects on His Journey to Be a Great Actor
36Gizmodo / 10h
The fan-favorite actor looks back on the lows of his career, starting fresh, and using horror to return to the spotlight.
From Lime to Uber to Hertz: Free and discounted Election Day rides
33TechCrunch / 11h
Election Day is nearly here, and if you haven’t already mailed in your ballot or gone in for early voting, you might need a ride come November 5. Here’s a roundup of all the freebies, discounts, and information on getting to the polls that transportation companies are offering. Micromobility Lime is offering free rides to […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
What Is the Apple SIM?
How-To Geek / 11h
Choosing a cellular carrier can be complicated, and navigating the different voice and data plans, confirming that they support your Apple device, and installing SIM cards can be a frustrating task. Apple tried to simplify this with the Apple SIM, so how does it work?
OpenAI has hired the co-founder of Twitter challenger Pebble
34TechCrunch / 11h
Gabor Cselle, the former CEO and co-founder of X (formerly Twitter) challenger Pebble, has joined OpenAI to work on a secretive project. Cselle, who according to LinkedIn has been employed at OpenAI since October, announced the news in a post on X yesterday. “Will share more about what I’m working on in due time,” he […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
These Reddit Features Are Only Available in the App
How-To Geek / 11h
Ever since the great third-party Reddit clients purge of 2023, I have used my browser as my go-to Reddit client. But about a month ago, I finally tried the official Reddit app. By the looks of it, Ill keep using it because it offers a ton of features not available on mobile and desktop browsers.
How to Navigate Your File System Using the Linux Terminal
How-To Geek / 11h
I'll admit that the Terminal was a bit intimidating at first. But over time, as you get the basics down, you'll find that there are many things you can do more easily and quickly through the terminal than by using a graphical program. Perhaps the best place to start is in browsing files.
Hyatt Partnership Changes Free American Airlines Elites From Loyalty — Opening The Door To Flexible Travel
View from the Wing / 12h
I suspect that it will make sense for some Hyatt and American elite members to focus just on earning Hyatt status, transfer some Chase points to Hyatt and redeem for AAdvantage status for each trip you wind up making on American - and just travel on whichever airline makes sense on a given trip. If you'd just be an occasional American traveler this may make more sense than striving for AAdvantage
What Is MUBI, and Is a Subscription Worth the Money?
How-To Geek / 12h
If you are a fan of arthouse cinema, you might have come across MUBI. It has a lot to offer in terms of its collection and features, but is a MUBI subscription actually worth it?
Sasheer Zamata Talks Becoming Agatha All Along’s Final Girl
31Gizmodo / 12h
Zamata dishes on Jen's arc throughout Agatha All Along and getting to be a player in Marvel's magical space.
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Music, Arts & Literature / 12h
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Is NFL RedZone down? Users report issues during Week 9
Mashable / 12h
NFL RedZone appeared to be having issues during Sunday's Week 9 slate of games. Users online reported choppy, blurry, or nearly unwatchable streams. And it might not be just a streaming issue or something wrong with a certain provider. My RedZone was freezing and buffering, even though it is through my cable provider. (Yes, I am a millennial with cable). Here is a sampling of some of the posts ab
Samsung Takes the Maximalist Approach to SoftwareThats Why I Like It
How-To Geek / 12h
I long refused to use anything that wasn't running plain Android. Now, I actively prefer the changes Samsung has introduced. Far from being mere gimmicks, Samsung's software actually enables me to use my phone to do far more than any other phone maker allows.
Your Guide to the Leonids: How to See November’s Fiery Meteor Display
90Gizmodo / 12h
The bright and fast meteor show will peak on November 18, appearing in all parts of the sky.
San Francisco Startup Sees Big Demand for Sleeping Pods That Cost $700 a Month
20Gizmodo / 12h
$700 a month to live in a coffin where you can't even have sex.
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