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What is Bluesky when it’s not the underdog?
93TechCrunch / 10h
Bluesky is having a moment — a moment that’s already stretched on for nearly three months. Over the summer, the social media app saw a wave of new signups in Brazil after X (formerly Twitter) was temporarily banned there. And in the United States, unhappiness with changes at X, and with owner Elon Musk’s close […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
How to Moderate Your Own Feed on Bluesky
37How-To Geek / 8h
One of the most remarkable features of Bluesky is its approach to the home page. Forget about the deluge of sponsored posts mixed in with algorithm-optimized engagement bait that youre used to seeingin Bluesky, youre in control of what you see and how often you see it.
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Last chance: This 2-for-1 'Minecraft' deal lets you create your own virtual wonderland
Mashable / 44min
TL;DR: Get Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition for £15.83 (reg. £23.77) — a gift of endless creativity, adventure , and pixel-perfect fun. If you’re looking for a holiday gift that’s as limitless as their imagination, this digital download of Minecraft: Java & Bedrock Edition is the ultimate choice for just £15.83. From snowy village builds to pixelated cabins and forests, Minecraft lets players cr
How to watch Edmonton Oilers vs. Montreal Canadiens online for free
Mashable / 44min
TL;DR: Live stream Edmonton Oilers vs. Montreal Canadiens for free with a 30-day trial of Prime Video . Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Prime Video is the best place to watch Monday Night Hockey this season. The next fixture hosted by Prime Video is Edmonton Oilers vs. Montreal Canadiens. The Canadiens have really struggled this season, so they'll need to
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 18
Mashable / 1h
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 Strands hints, answers for November 18
Mashable / 1h
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
Oyo founder seeks new investment at $3.8B valuation
23TechCrunch / 1h
An investment vehicle backed by Oyo’s founder, Ritesh Agarwal, has proposed to inject another $65.1 million into the Indian hospitality startup, according to notices to shareholders that were reviewed by TechCrunch. The investment, through Redsprig Innovation Partners, would value the SoftBank-backed company at $3.8 billion, according to terms shared in a notice to shareholders. While […] © 2024
'Dune: Prophecy' episode 1: Mother Raquella's vision, explained
Mashable / 2h
HBO's Dune: Prophecy is already making good on its name, delivering some ominous prophetic visions in its first episode. The first vision comes courtesy of Mother Superior Raquella (Cathy Tyson), the founder of the Sisterhood that will one day come to be known as the Bene Gesserit . On her deathbed, she foresees a terrible future, with an apocalyptic judgment known as Tiran-Arafel coming for the
'Dune: Prophecy': What does Tiran-Arafel mean?
Mashable / 2h
Dune: Prophecy throws a lot of new Dune lore at us, from the Butlerian Jihad fought against thinking machines to the beginnings of the Sisterhood that will one day become the Bene Gesserit. However, one of the biggest new terms we learn in the first episode is "Tiran-Arafel," a word uttered by Mother Superior Raquella Berto-Anirul (Cathy Tyson) on her deathbed. The warning accompanies a vision of
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 18
Mashable / 2h
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
Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 18
Mashable / 2h
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 18'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: Mahjo
5 Problems on Your Computer That Might be Caused by Malware
How-To Geek / 4h
Malware is the scary boogeyman of computers, supposedly capable of destroying everything you know and love. But what does it actually look like? How can you tell when your computer is infected? If your computer has any of the following problems, that could be a dead giveaway.
I Use OneNote to Quickly Brainstorm: My 6 Top Tips
How-To Geek / 5h
Microsoft OneNote is often the forgotten tool in the Office toolkit. Its not got the same name recognition that Word or Excel has, but as far as Im concerned, OneNote is the perfect tool for brainstorming my ideas.
Trump Picks Brendan Carr to Lead F.C.C.
400+NYT > Technology / 5h
Mr. Carr, who currently sits on the commission and is a vocal critic of Big Tech, has said the agency should regulate the tech industry.
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Monday, November 18 (game #526)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
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 18 (game #260)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
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
Quordle today – hints and answers for Monday, November 18 (game #1029)
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 6h
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
'Record breaking' 60m homes watched Tyson vs Paul fight, Netflix says
78BBC News / 6h
But the streaming giant's first foray into live boxing was beset with technical glitches.
6 Hilton Diamond benefits that make the status worthwhile
The Points Guy / 7h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Although it’s easy to earn Hilton elite status , Hilton Honors members often face an upsell for paid upgrades , insufficient food-and-beverage credits, and high award prices. That said, there’s no question that Hilton Diamond benefits can make your stay more comfortable. So, let’s explore how to qualify for Hilton Di
World of Warcraft turns 20
20TechCrunch / 8h
Blizzard Entertainment first released World of Warcraft in November 2004, so The New York Times celebrated the anniversary by outlining the many ways we can still see the massively multiplayer online roleplaying game’s influence’s 20 years later. For one thing, while multiplayer games and early social networks such as MySpace already existed, WoW provided a […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reser
The ultimate steampunk machine? Toshiba glued an old-school dot matrix printer with a DVD drive, a touchscreen display and a PC with two SSDs — and it even runs Windows 10
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Toshiba’s Jimucon SJ-9500 combines a mix of retro hardware Features include dot matrix printing, DVD drive, touchscreen, SSDs Customizable for industries, offers broad connectivity and energy efficiency Toshiba has rolled out the Jimucon SJ-9500, an office computer that looks like it emerged from a retro-futuristic design lab. This all-in-one device, the successor to the SJ-9100, throws together
United Airlines Is Now Teaching Passengers How To Use Overhead Bins
View from the Wing / 8h
Unfortunately larger bins aren’t a panacea. Even where bins are in theory large enough to accommodate a full sized carry on bag per passenger, that requires turning carry on bags on their side, and too many passengers don’t know to do this. Now, United Airlines has a solution. They're trying to teach passengers how to use overhead bins properly, to get the most bags in. Continue reading ...
12 Apps for Getting More Out of Your Galaxy Watch
How-To Geek / 8h
Your Galaxy Watch can do far more than track steps and show notifications. It can be your productivity partner, complete wellness companion, and even an entertainment device. Here are over ten hand-picked apps (and games) to help you get the most out of your smartwatch.
Looking as Good as New, This MacBook Air Is Cheaper Than a Pair of AirPods Pro
Gizmodo / 8h
Why spend $1,000 on a new MacBook Air?
9 Things You Can Do to Keep Your Email Inbox Free of Spam
How-To Geek / 9h
Spam not only buries important emails but also increases the risk of accidentally engaging with a malicious message, which could compromise your email. Thankfully, most email providers offer tools to manage unwanted messages. Here are some practical steps to reduce spam.
How I Built the Perfect Programming Platform In Less Than 10 Minutes
How-To Geek / 9h
As an experienced coder or a newcomer learning your first programming language, setting up your development environment can be tricky. Let me show you how I put together the perfect Linux programming platform using VSCode and containers.
I Went Hands-On with Session, an Encrypted Chat App
How-To Geek / 9h
Pretty much everybody now uses some kind of chat app to talk to friends and family. However, most of them are inherently insecure, with only a few offering any real privacy. One exception is Session, a relatively obscure messaging app, which I took for a spin to see how I liked it.
The Detroit art museum is very nice. That is all.
Music, Arts & Literature / 9h
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Amazon’s Fine With Red One Not Being a Box Office Hit
71Gizmodo / 9h
Red One might not light the theatrical world on fire, but Amazon's confident Prime VIdeo will more than pick up the slack.
Windows 11 Pro Is Being Given Away, This Legal Version Is 90% Off Ahead of Black Friday
Gizmodo / 9h
This Microsoft-Verified Partner is selling this version with AI Copilot at a ridiculously low price.
iFixit’s PS5 Pro teardown reveals an easily replaceable CMOS battery
Engadget / 9h
The iFixit teardown of the PS5 Pro is here, and while there isn’t all that much different going on from what we’ve seen with the PS5 and PS5 Slim in terms of repairability, Sony has made one notable change: in the Pro, it’s pretty easy to get to the CMOS battery. Whereas accessing this battery to replace it in the two previous PS5 models required a fair amount of work due to its placement beneath
Costco Kicks Off Black Friday: Its Gold Star Membership Is Nearly Free With This Deal
Gizmodo / 9h
Costco will have great Black Friday deals, so it's a perfect time to get a Gold Star membership at a low price.
Forget The Amazon Gift Card: Microsoft Slashes Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Pricing by 30%
Gizmodo / 10h
You can stack up to 15 months of subscription at a low price.
Sakamoto Days Looks Like 2025’s First Shonen Hit
21Gizmodo / 10h
A hitman fighting other hitmen while also trying to be a great dad and small business owner? You've got our attention, Sakamoto Days .
How This Legal Decision Could Make Old Games Harder to Play
How-To Geek / 10h
Old games have a special place in my heart. Whether it's the nostalgia or how they make me feel when I load them up today, I love playing them. Unfortunately, this new legal decision could make it impossible to play these games again, even if I own them. Here's how this happened.
Review: Lyle Hotel Washington DC [November 2024]
View from the Wing / 11h
How good is a staff that really goes out of their way? Continue reading ...
How to Manage Linux Processes Using ps, kill, and pkill
How-To Geek / 11h
Everything running on your Linux computer is a process. Processes ought to play nicely with others, but sometimes they need to be taken in hand. Linux provides the tools youll need.
Domingo is back on 'SNL' for a baby shower
Mashable / 11h
SNL revives Domingo with Charli XCX and a "HOT TO GO!" by Chappell Roan spoof.
“The Horned God”, drawing by Mervyn Peake from Witchcraft in England by Christina Hole.
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
ludovicosinistrari-deactivated2 : “The Horned God”, drawing by Mervyn Peake from Witchcraft in England by Christina Hole.
How to Get Started with Pokmon TCG on Android
How-To Geek / 11h
I've been a fan of the Pokmon franchise ever since I was a kid and played Pokemon Red on a Nintendo GameBoy. Years later, I got into Pokmon TCG , but this newest release is something a little different. Here's how you get started with Pokmon TCG Pocket .
Papal drama 'Conclave' draws an unlikely online fandom
Mashable / 11h
On its surface, Conclave 's target audience might be retired folks catching a weekday matinee. Its cast boasts an array of all-star actors over 60 : Ralph Fiennes , Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, and Isabella Rossellini. And it follows the process of electing a new Pope. But the papal thriller has drawn an unlikely online fandom due to its modern mess and drama. It's inspired jokes, memes, and even
After iPhone and iMac, Apple may be courting Foxconn to build AI servers based on its M-series CPU to accelerate Apple Intelligence potential
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 12h
Apple reportedly seeking Foxconn support for AI servers in Taiwan Foxconn is already the primary manufacturer of Nvidia AI servers Limited Foxconn capacity prompts partnerships with other suppliers Apple has reporterdly approached long-term Foxconn about building artificial intelligence servers in Taiwan as part of its efforts to boost its AI computing capabilities. A report from Nikkei Asia clai
Missouri Cops Accused of Pulling Over Women and Searching Their Phones for Nudes
35Gizmodo / 12h
The allegations have been leveled against two different cops.
Can Bluesky Replace Facebook? Comparing Both Social Media Platforms
How-To Geek / 12h
Youd be forgiven, in the not-so-distant past, for writing Bluesky off as merely a fringe social media network. Today, however, the outlook couldnt be more different, as evidenced by the fact that a comparison with Facebook is warranted. Lets see if Bluesky can handle the bright lights.
9 things you didn’t know you could pay for with a credit card
The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. If you’re reading this, chances are you’re already doing all the right things when it comes to maximizing your living expenses. This likely includes using the right credit cards when dining out or shopping for groceries . Perhaps you’ve even set up autopay for utility bills and insurance premiums. But, the
'SNL' Cold Open parodies Trump and Biden's presidential transition meeting
Mashable / 12h
Everything You Need to Know About Spill in Excel
How-To Geek / 12h
Most formulas in Excel return a single-cell result. However, if an Excel formula returns a set of values, the result will spill over to neighboring cells.
The Exploration Company raises $160M to build Europe’s answer to SpaceX Dragon
21TechCrunch / 12h
Only two companies currently provide cargo delivery to and from the International Space Station, and both are based in the United States. The Exploration Company, which operates out of Germany, France, and Italy, is looking to change that: It just closed a large funding round to further its mission of building Europe’s first reusable space […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal
I Made My Business Cards in Apple Pages, Here's How It Went
How-To Geek / 12h
Apple Pages is a treasure trove app for productivity that every Mac user could probably get some use out of. You can create so many types of documents on it. So, I created a personalized business card! Here is everything you need to know.
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