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Bluesky is on the verge of overtaking Threads in all the ways that matter
300+Mashable / 9h
Bluesky , the formerly Jack Dorsey-affiliated, decentralized answer to Elon Musk's X is closing the gap with Threads at breakneck speed. The browser version of Bluesky surpassed Threads in total usage weeks ago, but now the Bluesky app has exploded to 3.5 million daily active users, putting it just 1.5 times behind Meta’s Threads — an impressive feat considering the Threads app had 5x Bluesky's a
Church Sets Up AI-Powered Jesus Inside Confessional Booth
400+Futurism / 16h
In Jesus' Name A church in the Swiss city of Lucerne has set up a computer inside a confessional booth that allows churchgoers to converse with an "AI Jesus." As The Guardian reports , anybody wanting to speak to the large language model, which was trained on theological texts and can speak 100 different languages, has been advised not to disclose any personal information. And while that may soun
How to Record a Phone Call on Your iPhone
66How-To Geek / 17h
While Apple is still pretty strict on what apps are allowed to do on its platform, iOS 18 introduced native call recording, something that used to require a less-than-optimal setup to accomplish on your iPhone. Here's how to leverage iOS 18 to record your phone calls.
Phison unleashes 122.88TB '128TB-class' SSD that delivers PCIe Gen5 performance but we will have to wait till Q2 2025 for a proper review: D205V could rival the Crucial T705 on tests
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 1h
Phison announces 122.88TB PCIe Gen5 Pascari D205V SSD Delivers 14,600 MB/s reads, 3,200 MB/s writes Includes Power Loss Protection, 128 namespaces, 2.5M-hour MTBF Phison has announced the Pascari D205V SSD, the first PCIe Gen5 data center-class SSD with a huge 122.88TB capacity. The drive, set to be showcased at SC24 , is designed to address the growing demands of modern data centers, where incre
Windows 11 Pro is just £16
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Get Windows 11 Pro for only £15.94 and enjoy a secure, stable OS that supports a wide range of hardware and software. Looking for a tried-and-true operating system with solid compatibility , excellent performance, and premium security features—all without breaking the bank? Windows 11 Pro was made to deliver a seamless experience at an affordable price. Now, you can get it for the unusuall
How to watch Boston Celtics vs. Minnesota Timberwolves online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Boston Celtics vs. Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA for free on Ran.de . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Boston Celtics are looking in very good shape. They are arguably the team to beat as they look to secure another NBA title. The defending champions are facing Minnesota Timberwolves next. The Timberwolves are a dangerous
Attackers retain old scamming tricks with new twists — and consumers must stay informed to protect themselves
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 3h
Gen Threat Report shows emerging trends in cyberattacks Attackers are increasingly involving AI in their attack vectors Consumers and businesses alike are being hit harder and more often Cybercriminals are increasingly leveraging AI technologies to enhance their attacks, experts have warned. A report from Gen has underlined a growing need for vigilance as scammers integrate voices, images, and vi
Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 24
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 today'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: Mahjong, Su
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 24
Mashable / 4h
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
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 24
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
How a digital “you” can sit through your agonizing web conference calls
TechCrunch / 4h
Now you can appear to be on a Zoom call in your office, even when you’re sipping a margarita in a hammock far, far away. Courtesy of a months-old startup called Pickle, its pitch is simple: submit a five-minute-long training video of yourself to create an avatar, and 24 hours later, ostensibly, you’re ready to […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Should you do a mattress run for hotel points or elite nights?
The Points Guy / 7h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information. Even if you’re new to the points and miles game, you’ve probably heard the term “mileage run.” A mileage run is when a traveler takes a flight (or series of flights) primarily to earn rewards or airline elite status. Mattress runs are similar to mileage runs. But instead of taking one or more flights as you would for
NYT Connections today — hints and answers for Sunday, November 24 (game #532)
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 Sunday, November 24 (game #266)
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
Quordle today – hints and answers for Sunday, November 24 (game #1035)
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
"Going from a 3-gear bicycle to a 20-gear bicycle" — Scientists inch closer to new tech that combines ultra expensive but super fast SRAM and DRAM
TechRadar - All the latest technology ne... / 8h
Stanford scientists are looking to combine SRAM and DRAM The new memory type would help solve issues with AI computing Gain Cell memory looks to bridge the gap between the two types The development of more energy-efficient hardware for artificial intelligence ( AI ) systems is receiving increased support, with a focus on improving memory technology. A hybrid type of memory that blends the high de
NYT Strands hints, answers for November 24
Mashable / 8h
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
‘Wolfs’ sequel canceled because director ‘no longer trusted’ Apple
41TechCrunch / 9h
It may be hard to remember, but George Clooney and Brad Pitt co-starred in a movie, “Wolfs,” that Apple released just two months ago. On Friday, the film’s writer and director Jon Watts said Friday that a sequel is no longer happening; in a follow-up interview with Deadline, he explained that he “no longer trusted […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
How to Spot Fake Reviews on Black Friday Deals
How-To Geek / 9h
Black Friday can be a great time to nab a deal, and reading product reviews is one way to assess whether something is worth buying. However, not every review is genuine, so it's important to know how to spot which are fake.
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Music, Arts & Literature / 9h
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The Airline Hack For Extra Room And Double Miles—United Now Makes It Simple
View from the Wing / 9h
United Airlines now offers an easy way to buy extra seat space for comfort and earn miles, a strategy also possible on other airlines, though occasionally complicated by gate agent errors or policy confusion. Continue reading ...
Why Spend $700 on an Apple Watch When You Can Get The Apple Watch SE For Just $169?
Gizmodo / 9h
Do you want an Apple Watch without spending $800? Now is your chance!
Tesla and Rivian have reached a ‘conditional’ settlement in lawsuit over trade secrets
Engadget / 9h
Four years after Tesla filed a lawsuit against Rivian alleging that the company poached its employees with a goal of obtaining trade secrets, the two appear to be nearing a resolution. According to Bloomberg , Tesla says it’s reached a “conditional” settlement with Rivian and expects to seek the case’s dismissal by December 24. In the lawsuit filed in 2020, Tesla claimed Rivian encouraged exiting
At The Exact Same Time, The Garmin Forerunner 55 And 255 Have Crashed to Record Low Prices
Gizmodo / 9h
The Forerunner 55 is better suited for casual athletes, while the Forerunner 255 is a top choice for regular enthusiasts.
Jonas Wood (American, 1977), Still Life with Cat and Fruit, 2020. Oil and acrylic on canvas, 58 x 45…
Music, Arts & Literature / 9h
thunderstruck9 : Jonas Wood (American, 1977), Still Life with Cat and Fruit , 2020. Oil and acrylic on canvas, 58 x 45 in.
7 Things to Include in a Professional PowerPoint Presentation
How-To Geek / 10h
Whether you're creating an attractive business presentation, an engaging college lesson, or an online quiz, PowerPoint's tools can help you make your slides look the part. Regardless of their purpose, professionally designed PowerPoint presentations increase the impact of whatever you're delivering.
Weekly Review: November 23, 2024
One Mile at a Time / 10h
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’m spending the weekend with my parents. My dad is actually celebrating a “round” birthday, which means it’s time to take him on another surprise trip, so stay tuned for that… On the points & travel front, this week we had a little Egypt excitement here at OMAAT. 😉 Beyond that, Etihad hinted at 10 new routes that will be announced next week, Roya
The Galaxy Z Flip 6 Drops to $349 Instead of $1,099 if You Combine Instant Savings, Cashback And Trade-In
Gizmodo / 10h
Just six months after its launch, this offer is hard to believe.
Not Sure What a Linux Command Will Do to Your System? Ask ChatGPT
How-To Geek / 10h
You've likely heard you should never run a command or script that you don't fully understand in the Linux terminal (or any command line). Unfortunately, the syntax for command-line apps can be tricky to break down and understand. Here's how ChatGPT can help.
Chad Stahelski Teases Highlander‘s Martial Arts-Heavy Reboot
71Gizmodo / 10h
Action, Henry Cavill, and romance await in Lionsgate's eventual reboot of the beloved Highlander series.
DOJ tells Google to sell Chrome
69TechCrunch / 10h
Welcome back to Week in Review. This week, we’re exploring the DOJ telling Google to sell off Chrome to break up its monopoly, OpenAI accidentally deleting potential evidence in The New York Times’ copyright lawsuit against it, and how AI companies are using TikTok brainrot for study tools. Let’s do this. The U.S. Department of […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
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Music, Arts & Literature / 10h
gacougnol : Portrait of my cat Dingo
How to Shoot Portraits on Your iPhone Like a Pro
How-To Geek / 10h
You dont need a fancy expensive camera to take good photos of people. Focus on a few basic techniques, learn how to use your camera, and take a few chances to get the best shots. Heres how.
An Egyptian Faience Sekhmet Third Intermediate Period, 21st-22nd Dynasty, 1070-712 B.C.
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The PlayStation Plus Games Catalog Is a Mess
How-To Geek / 11h
PlayStation Plus is a pretty solid deal, giving subscribers access to new and classic games, plus exclusive discounts and other benefits. But the service has some pretty glaring issues too, mainly with its games catalog which is hampered by poor organization and discoverability.
What to read this weekend: A visual history of Futurama, and more
Engadget / 11h
New releases in fiction, nonfiction and comics that caught our attention this week. This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/what-to-read-this-weekend-a-visual-history-of-futurama-and-more-193047965.html?src=rss
Nobody Likes Doing Chores Until They're in a Video Game
How-To Geek / 11h
Growing up, taking care of real-world responsibilities and menial tasks often felt like an interruption to my precious playtime. Now that I'm older, my taste for chores in real life has hardly changed but I find myself drawn to virtual busywork in my gaming sessions.
MADELEINE PYK. I’m a tiger. Oil on canvas, signed M Pyk.
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
pwlanier : MADELEINE PYK. I’m a tiger. Oil on canvas, signed M Pyk. Bishop and Miller
How to Tell if You've Been Blocked on Threads
How-To Geek / 11h
Threads, officially known as the text-based social media app created by Instagram to compete with X (formerly Twitter), has quickly become popular since its launch in July 2023. If you're wondering how to check if someone's blocked you on Threads, you're in the right place.
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Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
Don’t forget to register for these benefits with the Amex Platinum
The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. The Platinum Card® from American Express takes the cake for the highest annual fee ($695, see rates and fees ) and one of the highest number of annual statement credits of any card. As a quick recap, here are the basic features of the Amex Platinum (enrollment is required for select benefits; terms apply):
Beef Up Your Windows Security With These Group Policies
How-To Geek / 12h
Some options to beef up security on your Windows computer aren't available in the Settings app. You can find them in the Group Policy Editor, provided you're using Windows Pro or Enterprise editions. Let's look at several of them.
Delta Passenger’s Petty Hack Turns Seat Back Into A Closet, Leaves Neighbor Fuming
View from the Wing / 12h
A Delta Air Lines passenger complains that the person in front of them draped their jacket over their seat back. This took up the passenger's space who was seated behind. It's rude and it's disruptive, but people do what makes them comfortable, blissfully unaware of the consequences their actions have on others. Continue reading ...
CEO Fires 99 Out of 110 Workers for Missing Morning Meeting
200+Futurism / 12h
Firing Squad The CEO of The Musician's Club , an online instrument storefront, reportedly fired 99 out of 110 employees and contracted freelancers for missing a single morning meeting. A Musician's Club intern described the surreal event in a viral and since-deleted post on the subreddit mildlyinfuriating , writing that "I joined an internship, and an hour later, the entire team got fired." Music
Tesla says it has reached a ‘conditional’ settlement in Rivian trade secrets lawsuit
22TechCrunch / 12h
Tesla and Rivian may have resolved a lawsuit in which Tesla accused Rivian of poaching employees and stealing trade secrets. Bloomberg reports that Tesla told a California judge that the companies have reached a “conditional” settlement, and that it expects to seek dismissal of the lawsuit by December 24. Tesla filed the suit, which was […] © 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use
James Acasters Hecklers Welcome was created as a form of "immersion therapy"
Mashable / 12h
James Acaster opens up about his fears of doing standup comedy again: hecklers, people not laughing and working through his own insecurities. Hecklers Welcome is now streaming on Max.
whencyclopedia:Nih'a'ca TalesNih'a'ca tales are Arapaho legends...
Music, Arts & Literature / 12h
whencyclopedia : Nih'a'ca Tales Nih'a'ca tales are Arapaho legends concerning the trickster figure Nih'a'ca, who, according to Arapaho lore, is the first haxu'xan (two-spirit), a third gender, often highly regarded by many Native American nations, including the Arapaho. The Nih'a'ca tales are similar to the Wihio tales of the Cheyenne and the Iktomi tales of the Sioux. Circumstances and situation
How to Watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving For Free in 2024
How-To Geek / 12h
Thanksgiving doesn't get as much love as Christmas, but one thing a lot of people like to do is watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving . These days, it's locked behind a streaming service, but there's still a way to watch it for freethis weekend only.
Downloading Freeware? Remember to Avoid PUPs
How-To Geek / 12h
If your system has a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP), it likely came from freeware. PUPs can slow down your computer, display intrusive ads, collect data, or make your system exploitable. Luckily, there are ways to avoid them.
Doctor Who’s Final Black-and-White Story Gets a Technicolor Regeneration
66Gizmodo / 12h
1969's "The War Games" serial is getting colorized and coming with new sights and sounds for newer Doctor Who fans.
CHAT NOIR SUR L’ARBRE by Eva Fialka
Music, Arts & Literature / 12h
gravity-rainbow : CHAT NOIR SUR L’ARBRE by Eva Fialka
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