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You Should Remove Your Info From the Rebooted National Public Data Site
53Lifehacker / 16h
In the endless saga of hacks and data breaches, it's practically guaranteed that at least some of your personal information is available on the internet. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't take steps to remove or protect it wherever you can—including from databases that have a history of being compromised. National Public Data, a background check company operated by Jerico Pictures Inc., was the
Deal alert: Save up to 50% on Amazon purchases using just 1 Amex point
500+The Points Guy Articles / 11h
Whether you're stocking up on household staples or tackling your early holiday shopping, there are many ways to save on Amazon orders . And if you have an American Express card that earns American Express Membership Rewards points, you may be eligible for a new offer that can help you save up to 50% on Amazon purchases. Typically, using Membership Rewards points for Amazon purchases isn't great,
Trump moves to eliminate environmental rules for space companies like SpaceX
88Mashable / 22h
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at dismantling environmental protection rules for commercial space companies. It seems that SpaceX and Blue Origin might not have to consider the environmental impact of their rocket launches so heavily in the future. SEE ALSO: Watch SpaceX's Starship explode in giant fireball during latest test Signed on Wednesday, the purpose of Trump's
What are super apps and how do they differ?
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9min
Super Apps are gaining traction globally, combining shopping, banking, messaging , and more into seamless mobile experiences. These platforms are reshaping how consumers live, engage, and transact, particularly in mobile-first environments. At the same time, global economic shifts, including rising tariffs, geopolitical uncertainty, and growth plateaus in traditional markets, are prompting brands
Beyond being busy: redefining productivity in the Age of AI
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 38min
The potential benefits and opportunities from AI agents in both our business and personal lives center around one word: productivity . Being able to do more with the help of AI seems like a no-brainer and a road to a less busy and hectic life. But we’ve heard this before, haven’t we? Like the introduction of the internet, smartphones , and app stores – all had the promise to simplify our lives an
Do tons of AI tasks with just one tool, all for $40
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Put all your AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini Pro, and Leonardo.AI in one place with a lifetime subscription to 1minAI , an all-in-one AI app, on sale for just $39.99 (reg. $234). Opens in a new window Credit: 1minAI 1minAI: Lifetime Subscription $39.99 at The Mashable Shop $234 Save $194.01 The free version of some AI models like ChatGPT can get the job done, but if you want the good stuff,
Intel shares jump after report of possible US stake in chipmaker
BBC News / 1h
Experts suggest the reported deal could give the US an edge in the chipmaking sector.
Sealy Promo Code: Save $300 on Mattresses in August 2025
Wired / 1h
Whether you’re switching from springs to memory foam or just want to sleep cooler this summer, these Sealy mattress deals will have you waking up refreshed—and with cash left in your wallet.
3 Apple TV+ Shows You Need to Watch This Weekend
How-To Geek / 1h
It's been a long week of meetings, deadlines, and a few too many emails, so I think it's safe to say that you've earned some couch time this weekend. I've handpicked these three TV series on Apple TV+ that are short enough for you to binge over a single weekend, but are loaded with action, drama, laughs, and even some weird robot sci-fi stuff to make it feel like a real escape for a while.
3 Prime Video Shows You Should Watch This Weekend (August 15 - 17)
How-To Geek / 2h
I'm always on the hunt for my next TV obsession—the type of show that you start watching over the weekend and, before you know it, you've binged the entire thing.
Hurdle hints and answers for August 15, 2025
Mashable / 2h
If you like playing daily word games like Wordle , then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give
Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on August 15, 2025
Mashable / 2h
The moon goes through a repeating cycle of phases each month, changing what we see every night. This is called the lunar cycle. The lunar cycle is a series of eight unique phases of the moon's visibility. The whole cycle takes about 29.5 days, according to NASA , and these different phases happen as the Sun lights up different parts of the moon whilst it orbits Earth. So, what's happening with th
3 Netflix Shows You Need to Binge This Weekend (August 15 - 17)
How-To Geek / 2h
The weekend is the best time to crack open a new show on Netflix , but where do you begin? Discovering a new show isn't always easy, especially if you're unlucky enough to be using Netflix's latest redesigned interface.
How to watch Premier League live streams in Canada — Official broadcasters
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
Watch Premier League on Fubo Fubo is the exclusive home network of the EPL in Canada. Every single game of the 2025/26 Premier League season is available to stream on Fubo and you can watch them all online from anywhere with a VPN . Season dates: August 15 2025 – May 24 2026 Stream every match: Fubo Download a VPN to watch overseas Hoping to defend their title for the first time in more than 40 y
Gemini is about to remember everything, unless you tell it not to
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
Google’s Gemini AI assistant will start remembering your past chats You can opt out of the feature Gemini is also adding a new “Temporary Chat” mode for one-off conversations Google Gemini will remember all those questions you ask on the app now, unless you ask it politely not to. The AI assistant will look at and reference your past chats as a way to personalize future ones, though only for Gemi
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for August 15, 2025
Mashable / 4h
Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games 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
NYT Strands hints, answers for August 15 2025
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
Wordle today: Answer, hints for August 15, 2025
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
Building a new PC and looking for a good case? You can get one for free - believe it or not - with a couple of catches
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Teenage Engineering has produced a new PC case The Computer-2 is a sequel to the Computer-1, but it's free It's made of plastic rather than aluminum, and unfortunately out of stock right now Thinking of building a new computer ? What if I told you that you could get the PC case for free - you probably wouldn't believe me, would you? Well, you can - with a couple of notable caveats, but this is st
ChatGPT just got Gemini’s best free feature, except you’ll need to to pay $200 a month to access it
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
OpenAI has started to roll out Gmail, Google Calendar, and Google Contacts integration into ChatGPT for Pro and Plus users today. As a ChatGPT Plus subscriber, I was really looking forward to being able to connect my Gmail inbox to ChatGPT, as OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and the team demonstrated at the recent launch of ChatGPT-5 . Imagine my disappointment then, when, after going into ChatGPT’s Settin
Here Are the Winners of the 2025 Wildlife Photos of the Year Contest
Gizmodo / 6h
Sparring saigas, a leaping whale, and a motherly beetle are some of this year’s coolest wildlife photos.
The Google Pixel 9 is the best AI phone, but the Pixel 10 has to bring more to the table
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
The whole idea of an AI phone is a rather new one, but I’d argue that Google has been both the driver and frontrunner of phones that put artificial intelligence at their center. This started with the Google Pixel 6 and its Tensor chip, which was built around delivering strong neural network machine-learning performance rather than the best CPU and graphics processing speeds. Then, with the Pixel
The Supreme Court lets Mississippi's social media age-verification law go into effect
Engadget / 7h
The Supreme Court has decided not to weigh in on one of the many state-level age-verification laws currently being reviewed across the country. Today, the top court chose not to intervene on legislation from Mississippi about checking the ages of social media users, denying an application to vacate stay from NetChoice. The Mississippi law requires all users to verify their ages in order to use so
‘Dan Da Dan’ Set Phasers To Stun With Its Most Momokarun Episode Yet
Gizmodo / 7h
Science Saru's bias toward Momo and Okarun's budding romance is showing.
Data centres to be expanded across UK as concerns mount
81BBC News / 7h
The number of data centres is set to jump by a fifth in the coming years, figures seen by the BBC suggest.
Will AI make language dubbing easy for film and TV?
22BBC News / 7h
New tech promises to dub film and TV into different languages without losing the quality of the performance.
30 Years, Hundreds Of Cards—Chase Said No For The First Time (But I Got Sapphire Reserve Business Anyway)
View from the Wing / 7h
It's almost frightening how much credit Chase extends to me. I've been a customer for decades and over time I've changed between different preferred cards that they offer. And instead of cancelling old cards I first move the credit off those cards onto the acconts I'm keeping. During the Great Recession they did drop the available credit on a United card by about $40,000. But otherwise I've just
Scientists Say They’ve Found a Way to Vocalize the “Inner Voices” of People Who Can’t Speak
Futurism / 7h
New advances in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology may make speech for those who've lost the ability to do so easier than ever before. In a new, groundbreaking study published in the journal Cell , researchers from Stanford University claimed that they have found a way to decode the "inner speech" of those who can no longer vocalize, making it far less difficult to talk with friends and fa
Razer's Latest Mechanical Keyboards Are Ultra-Thin
How-To Geek / 7h
If you want a mechanical keyboard, you don't have to go for the ones with full-size switches and keycaps. There are tons of low-profile options that are just as clacky, even as they might have a tad less travel. Now, Razer's latest keyboards are here, and they're as thin as they get.
Dedicated volunteer exposes “single largest self-promotion operation in Wikipedia’s history”
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
Quick—what are the top entries in the category " Wikipedia articles written in the greatest number of languages "? The answer is countries. Turkey tops the list with Wikipedia entries in 332 different languages, while the US is second with 327 and Japan is third with 324. Other common words make their appearance as one looks down the list. "Dog" (275 languages) tops "cat" (273). Jesus (274) beats
US government agency drops Grok after MechaHitler backlash, report says
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
xAI apparently lost a government contract after a tweak to Grok's prompting triggered an antisemitic meltdown where the chatbot praised Hitler and declared itself MechaHitler last month. Despite the scandal, xAI announced that its products would soon be available for federal workers to purchase through the General Services Administration. At the time, xAI claimed this was an "important milestone"
The First Look at S.S. Rajamouli’s Next Film Is a Motorbiking, Spiked-Ball-Swinging Mystery
Gizmodo / 8h
The director of the internationally acclaimed crossover epic 'RRR' is set to unleash a new hero.
How to watch The Rainmaker online – stream John Grisham TV adaptation from anywhere
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
How to watch The Rainmaker (2025) A mysterious death; a young hotshot lawyer looking to make his mark; tense courtroom battles – The Rainmaker TV series certainly has all the hallmarks of a classic John Grisham thriller. US viewers can tune into The Rainmaker from Aug 15 but read on and we'll show you how to watch The Rainmaker online from anywhere with a VPN . Release date: Friday, August 15 TV
I'm a smartwatch expert, and I can tell you the "useless smartwatch" headlines doing the rounds are pretty much baseless
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
Researchers from the American Psychological Association recently published findings from 781 Garmin Vivosmart 4 users, collected over three months, reporting no correlation between the stress levels shown on the watch and the self-reported feelings of stress by the participants. Typically, this has been jumped on by the media, quick to write headlines like "Smartwatches offer little insight into
MIT Student Drops Out Because She Says AGI Will Kill Everyone Before She Can Graduate
48Futurism / 8h
We're all probably feeling a little anxious about AI. It's horrible for the environment , is used as an excuse to fire workers , floods the internet with misinformation and slop , entrenches government surveillance , and appears to be driving people into psychosis . And so, at a time when many college students are dropping out to join AI startups , one former MIT student says she called it quits
90s Movies: A Pivotal Era of Film Innovation and Nostalgia
How-To Geek / 8h
I'm a 90s kid, which meant I spent the bulk of my childhood watching the films of the 90s (and older obviously), which admittedly makes me pretty biased when I say that 90s films were pretty special.
My Citi Strata Elite Card Application Approval Experience
One Mile at a Time / 8h
Link: Apply now for the Citi Strata Elite℠ Card The Citi Strata Elite℠ Card ( review ) is Citi’s new premium business card . While the card has a steep $595 annual fee, there are lots of reasons to consider picking up this card . I decided to apply for this new product, and want to report back with my experience. While this card isn’t some amazing slam dunk that’s too good to be true, I think the
How to Use the Function Keys in Microsoft Excel
How-To Geek / 8h
Most people overlook the row of function keys at the top of their keyboard. They often ignore, misunderstand, or underuse them. If you work with Excel spreadsheets regularly, those F-keys can be your secret weapon for working faster, smarter, and with far less frustration.
Steam's censorship issues have broken PayPal support in some regions
Engadget / 8h
If you've been unable to pay with PayPal on Steam, Valve says the limitation has to do with issues one of PayPal's banking partners has with content on the platform, according to Rock Paper Shotgun . Users have noticed PayPal was disabled in some regions as far back as July , and the issue seems like it might be out of both Valve and PayPal's hands. "In early July 2025, PayPal notified Valve that
Trump's administration may look to buy a stake in Intel
27Engadget / 9h
Intel has had some recent struggles in delivering results for its shareholders, but the company could soon be answering to an additional boss. The current administration is reportedly in talks to have the US government acquire a stake in the chipmaker. No specifics about the size or value of the potential share in the company have been disclosed, but the focus appears to be on increasing Intel's
5 Things That Make A Laptop Overheat
How-To Geek / 9h
Is your laptop producing excessive heat even when performing normal tasks? This isn't one of those issues you can ignore, as overheating can cause serious problems to your laptop in the long run, such as thermal throttling. But why exactly does your laptop overheat, and what can you do to prevent it?
AI Slop Is Ripping Off One of Summer’s Best Games. Copycats Are Proving Hard to Kill
Wired / 9h
Peak has sold millions of copies and is Aggro Crab’s biggest hit to date. That makes it a prime target for cloning.
‘Star Trek’ Is Born on ‘Strange New Worlds’
65Gizmodo / 9h
'The Sehlat Who Ate Its Tail' provides the crucible that 'Strange New Worlds' has been building towards since before it even existed: the forging of the team that made 'Star Trek'.
Meta's Rules for How Its AI Talks to Kids Are Appalling
Lifehacker / 9h
If you have a Meta Account, you have Meta AI . Meta's proprietary chatbot is built into its most famous products, including Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp, not to mention its own app . While you aren't forced to interact with it, the AI is always there, and always available to chat. That goes for teen accounts, as well. That's why it's quite concerning to learn what Meta found acceptable for i
Linux Gaming: Close But No Cigar Yet
How-To Geek / 9h
Linux gaming is better than ever, and I finally feel that it's actually viable as a gaming platform beyond just a few hardcore Linux fans. However, while Linux gaming is on the up-and-up, it's far from reaching the end of the road.
Kodak Says Reports of Its Imminent Demise Are Greatly Exaggerated
Gizmodo / 9h
The film company say it's not out of the game yet.
Google unveils another huge AI spending spree - tech giant is splashing out $9 billion in Oklahoma
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
Google will invest $9 billion in Oklahoma over the next two years Investment centers on the expansion of one existing data center, and the construction of another Another $1 billion scheme will see Oklahoma students get access to AI training Google has announced plans to invest $9 billion to expand its cloud and AI infrastructure in Oklahoma over the next two years. As part of the multi-billion d
“You Missed The Flight Last Time” — Husband Storms Off After Wife Won’t Leave Lounge
View from the Wing / 9h
When do you leave the airport lounge to head to your gate? One couple was overhead in the arguing over whether it was time to leave. The husband was anxious for awhile, and when it was finally 30 minutes prior to boarding he’d had enough. Continue reading ...
There's a Compelling Theory Why GPT-5 Sucks so Much
Futurism / 9h
The launch of OpenAI's long-awaited GPT-5 model last week marked an ignominious chapter for the company. While it boasted modest performance upgrades on paper, the actual experience of using it left many fans sorely disappointed . Common criticisms were that its answers were too short and its writing was noticeably worse and devoid of personality. On top of that, many noted that despite its "PhD
Starlink tries to block Virginia’s plan to bring fiber Internet to residents
81Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Starlink operator SpaceX is fighting Virginia's plan to deploy fiber Internet service to residents, claiming that federal grant money should be given to Starlink instead. SpaceX is already in line to win over $3 million in grant money in the state but is seeking $60 million. Starlink is poised to benefit from the Trump administration rewriting rules for the $42 billion Broadband Equity, Access, a
Google releases pint-size Gemma open AI model
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
Big tech has spent the last few years creating ever-larger AI models, leveraging rack after rack of expensive GPUs to provide generative AI as a cloud service. But tiny AI matters, too. Google has announced a tiny version of its Gemma open model designed to run on local devices. Google says the new Gemma 3 270M can be tuned in a snap and maintains robust performance despite its small footprint. G
DOGE uses sketchy accounting to drastically exaggerate savings, according to report
Mashable / 9h
An in-depth new report from Politico determined that the Department of Government Efficiency (aka DOGE) has actually saved far less than it's claimed. So, despite spending the last six months cancelling research grants, federal contracts, and firing federal employees across the country, DOGE has fallen far behind the savings promised by Elon Musk. So far, DOGE has claimed $205 billion in total sa
20 Island Vacations Where You Won't Need a Passport
Lifehacker / 9h
For a lot of people, the word vacation is synonymous with jetting off to an island paradise to stick your toes in the sand and sip a drink by the water. That may sound frivolous, but it's not—research has shown that vacations are necessary, benefiting us in just about every way possible: mentally, emotionally, and physically. One challenge to that dream: No passport. A little over half of America
Satellite Captures Awesome Power of Tsunami Triggered by Epic Russian Quake
Gizmodo / 9h
A state-of-the-art ocean-observing satellite recorded the massive wave rippling out from the epicenter of this major quake.
Google Photos Adds New Create Tab Full of Fancy Features
How-To Geek / 9h
After a big Google Photos revamp in May that cleaned up the user interface and simplified the bottom bar buttons, Google just added a new "Create" tab to Photos packed with a ton of helpful AI features. If you've ever wanted to turn a photo into a video or easily create animations, now you can.
Crypto Prices Plunge After Shock Inflation Report
200+Gizmodo / 9h
Inflation is up, Bitcoin is down.
US government is reportedly in discussions to take stake in Intel
100+TechCrunch / 9h
This deal would be meant to help Intel bulk up its U.S. chip manufacturing, including its much-delayed Ohio factory.
Margaret Boden, Philosopher of Artificial Intelligence, Dies at 88
44NYT > Technology / 9h
A cognitive scientist, she used the language of computers to explore the nature of human thought and creativity, offering prescient insights about A.I.
George Lucas Reminded Ron Howard Ahead of ‘Solo’ That ‘Star Wars’ Is for 12-Year-Olds
33Gizmodo / 10h
Howard shared some memories of being brought in as a replacement director for 2018's 'Solo: A Star Wars Story.'
Nvidia's smallest workstation CPUs get a Blackwell boost, but will still pack a punch - and cost a whole lot less than you might think
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Nvidia RTX Pro 4000 SFF delivers over twice the AI performance of its predecessor Nvidia claims the RTX Pro 2000 outpaces the RTX A2000 in 3D modeling performance Both new GPUs maintain a 70-watt limit, enabling deployment in space-limited systems Nvidia has launched two new SFF (Small Form Factor ready) RTX Pro Servers and workstation GPUs built on its Blackwell architecture that use a single-fa
DVD Cases: The Unsung Hero of Media Storage
How-To Geek / 10h
Everyone fondly remembers their physical media, but don't really spend much time thinking about the containers that held that media. Well, I'm not everyone, and I like to appreciate a game-changing design that's better in almost every way compared to the thing it replaced.
What Peloton's Letter to Investors Signals About Upcoming Price Changes
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. I am a dedicated user of all things Peloton, from my trusty 4-year-old Bike to the at-home fitness giant's robust mobile app , and I have happily paid whatever was asked of me for both. But what I paid for my equipment in 2021 and what I still pay for my All Access Membership now may not be what you or I are paying in the future. The brand recentl
Trump Rips Up Environmental Rules Protecting Wildlife From Destructive Rocket Launches
Futurism / 10h
Their friendship may be over , but president Donald Trump just handed Elon Musk and his company SpaceX a major boon by brushing aside major environmental regulations. On Wednesday, Trump signed an executive order to accelerate space launches by effectively deregulating the industry. As part of this push, the Federal Aviation Administration is directed to "eliminate or expedite" environmental revi
Why Trump Flip-Flopped on Nvidia Selling H20 Chips to China
Wired / 10h
Nvidia struck a surprising deal after convincing the president that H20 chips aren’t a national security risk. But whether the reversal is good or bad depends on who you ask.
Are LEGO-Compatible Knockoff Bricks Worth Buying?
How-To Geek / 10h
It's been quite some time since LEGO's patents for its exact connector design lapsed. Which means there are now many perfectly-legal LEGO-compatible alternatives around.
11 Windows Utilities and PowerToys for Power Users
How-To Geek / 10h
Want to get more out of Windows 11? Here's some cool built-in (and not quite built-in) tools you might not be aware of.
The coolest kitchen gear and gadgets well always recommend
Mashable / 10h
Out of all the kitchen products we've put to the test, these 12 are the ones we'll always recommend — over and over again. Here's why we love them.
Read the Script to One of the Best Episodes of ‘Andor’ and Experience Greatness
35Gizmodo / 10h
Tony Gilroy feared releasing the scripts to the 'Star Wars' series to avoid them being consumed by generative AI models—but one of the finest hours of 'Andor' has had its screenplay released.
How to Use XLOOKUP With Multiple Criteria in Excel
How-To Geek / 10h
One misconception about the XLOOKUP function in Microsoft Excel is that you can only input a single condition when searching for a value in your dataset, where, in fact, you can look up values based on multiple criteria. What's more, there are two methods you can use, each differing in complexity and versatility.
Hackers could take over millions of Dahua CCTV cameras because of two critical flaws - here's how to stay safe
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Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
Dahua CCTV flaws identified by Bitdefender affect over 100 popular security camera models Vulnerabilities allow remote code execution without authentication over local or internet connections Company urges firmware updates and network isolation to prevent exploitation Researchers at Bitdefender have announced two critical vulnerabilities affecting a large number of Dahua smart cameras. The flaws,
Google Messages Can Now Censor Any NSFW Images You Receive
Lifehacker / 11h
Google's new "sensitive content warnings" setting is now rolling out to all Google Messages users. As reported by 9to5Google , sensitive content warnings can identify images containing nudity, and blur the picture before you open it. That puts the decision whether to see the image entirely in your hands, eliminating the risk of unsolicited nudes. When you open an image the Google's systems blurre
Quest 2 Night Vision Hack: See in Total Darkness!
How-To Geek / 11h
The Meta Quest 2 is a lot of things, but a night vision headset? Yes, it turns out that some clever geeks figured out that you can actually repurpose the popular second-generation headset from Meta to help you see in total darkness.
Newly Discovered Fossils Reveal Unknown Humanlike Relative
Gizmodo / 11h
A set of teeth discovered in Ethiopia likely belonged to a previously unidentified species of early human-like ancestors.
Gen-Z’s Social Media Addiction May Have Ironically Led to an Indie Cinema Revival
Gizmodo / 11h
Social media is typically accused of killing the film industry but is it possible it could save it?
Turn your iPhone into a scanner with an app that lasts for life
Mashable / 11h
TL;DR: Scan anything, anywhere, with this lifetime subscription to iScanner , now A$38 (reg. A$307) with code SCAN through 7 September. Opens in a new window Credit: iScanner iScanner App: Lifetime Subscription AU$38 AU$307 Save AU$269 Raise your hand if you've ever had to rush to the library to print something. If most of us don't have the space for clunky printers, chances are we also don't kee
Inside the Biden Administration's Gamble to Freeze China’s AI Future
Wired / 11h
What really motivated the US government to ban Nvidia from selling powerful computer chips to China?
My 8 Favorite Hotel Toiletry Brands, From Aesop To Le Labo, And More
100+One Mile at a Time / 11h
Luxury hotel brands try to differentiate themselves in all kinds of ways. One (arguably) minor way they do so is by partnering with other luxury brands on their toiletry and skincare lines. While I’m not suggesting that you should pick a hotel brand because of the toiletries that they offer, I think I’m not alone in preferring some brands to others. In this post, I’d like to share my favorite hot
LaGuardia and Newark just got a surprising new airline — and flights to Bermuda
29The Points Guy Articles / 11h
Two of the New York City region's largest airports are getting new nonstop flights to Bermuda. Leisure airline BermudAir will land at LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in October, shifting to the city's main airports from the northern suburbs. The Bermuda-based carrier that offers signature dark and stormy cocktails onboard will begin flights from Bermuda's L.
An internal Meta AI document said chatbots could have 'sensual' conversations with children
Engadget / 11h
A Meta document on its AI chatbot policies included some alarming examples of permitted behavior. Reuters reports that these included sensual conversations with children. Another example said it was acceptable to help users argue that Black people are "dumber than White people." Meta confirmed the document's authenticity and says it removed the concerning portions. Reuters reviewed the document,
Bask in the Golden Age Hero Stylings of ‘The Boys’ Prequel ‘Vought Rising’
30Gizmodo / 11h
See the halcyon days of Jensen Ackles' Soldier Boy, and more, in new images from the 'Boys' prequel.
Meta Caught Saying It's OK for Underage Children to Have "Romantic or Sensual" Conversations With AI
Futurism / 11h
In news that should alarm parents everywhere, Reuters just came out with a blockbuster report revealing that Meta's internal policies allowed underage children to have "conversations that are romantic or sensual" with the company's AI chatbots. After Reuters asked Meta about the shocking revelation, which was discovered in a 200-page internal document, the social media giant confirmed that the te
Taylor Swift Nearly Doubles Trump’s Podcast Ratings
87Gizmodo / 11h
Taylor Swift’s New Heights podcast appearance crashed its YouTube live stream last night.
A DOGE AI Tool Called SweetREX Is Coming to Slash US Government Regulation
95Wired / 11h
Named for its developer, an undergrad who took leave from UChicago to become a DOGE affiliate, a new AI tool automates the review of federal regulations and flags rules it thinks can be eliminated.
The wait is almost over: The 2025 Startup Battlefield 200 list drops August 27
TechCrunch / 11h
After reviewing thousands of groundbreaking applications from around the globe, TechCrunch is just days away from announcing the 2025 Startup Battlefield 200.
You Can Get This 2020 MacBook Air With 1TB of Storage for Less Than $500 Right Now
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. For those who still prefer Intel-based Macs or just want a straightforward, portable laptop without spending four figures, this refurbished 2020 MacBook Air might be the right fit . It’s listed at $479.99 and comes in near-mint condition, making it a practical choice for st
Supreme Court Allows Mississippi Law on Children’s Use of Social Media, for Now
NYT > Technology / 11h
A trade group representing sites like Facebook and X said the law ran afoul of the First Amendment.
I tested Panasonic and LG flagship OLED TVs side-by-side, and even though they use the same panel, the results were surprising
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
LG and Panasonic are just two of the top brands in the OLED TV market, but unlike rivals such as Samsung, Sony and Philips, their TVs often share a lot in common, right down to using the same OLED display panels. The LG G4 and Panasonic Z95A, two of the best OLED TVs launched in 2024, both used micro-lens-array (MLA) OLED panels manufactured by LG. In 2025, it’s a similar story as the LG G5 and P
Bluesky rolls out massive revamp to policies and Community Guidelines
TechCrunch / 11h
Some of the changes represent an effort by Bluesky to purposefully shape its community and the behavior of its users, nudging them to be nicer and more respectful of others.
Scientists Taught AI to Predict Nuclear Fusion Success—and It’s Actually Working
21Gizmodo / 11h
Researchers at the National Ignition Facility achieved nuclear fusion ignition with the help of an AI program that essentially told them they were on the right track.
Norway spy chief blames Russian hackers for hijacking dam
22TechCrunch / 12h
The Russian hackers used their access to the dam's computer systems to open a flood gate that spilled millions of gallons of water.
She’s Just 101 Pounds And Gets Charged For An Overweight Bag — But He’s 300 Pounds In The Seat And Pays Nothing
49View from the Wing / 12h
Is it fair that a slight woman of 100 pounds get charged an excess baggage fee for going over the weight limit on her checked luggage with a 51 pound suitcase, but a 300 pound woman checking a 50-pound bag isn't charged for any excess? Continue reading ...
That email from finance with your name in the subject line? It might just be a trap - here's what researchers found about malware delivery
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Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Finance-themed phishing uses personalized subjects and file names to deliver malware Travel and response phishing also use personalization to push information stealers and RATs Cofense urges verification of unexpected emails and updates to security tools Attackers are increasingly personalizing phishing emails to deliver malware, experts have warned, with criminals reaping in huge gains. In addin
The Ford Transit: A Van That Breaks All the Rules
How-To Geek / 12h
Tales of being the perfect getaway car in bank robberies, marketing stunts, and 60 years of van nobility. Ford 's Transit has always shone brightly, marking a new way forward for van culture and keeping it on the rise. Not many name plates stick around for this long. And a fraction of those who make it this far are not in the form of a van.
This LG OLED TV Is $250 Off Right Now
Lifehacker / 12h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Right now, you can get a refurbished 55" LG OLED Evo C4 TV on Woot for $849.99, which is nearly $250 cheaper than a new version on Amazon . Larger screen sizes (65 and 75 inches) are also available for discounted prices on the same listing page. This television is known for
Chase Sapphire Reserve’s 100K bonus: Last chance for best-ever offer
100+The Points Guy Articles / 12h
The Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees ) rolled out the card's best-ever welcome bonus alongside a major refresh . Now is your last chance to earn a 100,000-point bonus, plus a $500 Chase Travel℠ credit after spending $5,000 on purchases within the first three months from account opening. TPG has learned that this offer will end on Aug. 21 at 9 a.m. ET. Note that the terms for the travel
The 15 Best Genre Movies of Summer 2025 (and Where to Watch Them)
Gizmodo / 12h
Where do films like 'Superman,' 'KPop Demon Hunters,' and 'Thunderbolts' rank? Find out here.
Private Spaceflight Enters the Wild West as Trump Slashes Regulations
33Gizmodo / 12h
A new executive order calls for the drastic curtailment of environmental reviews for launch and reentry permits, making it easier for companies like SpaceX to do as they please.
Ends August 20: 100,000 Miles + PQP Boost With United Quest Card
View from the Wing / 12h
New cardmembers can earn 100,000 bonus miles and 3,000 Premier qualifying points after spending $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months that this card account is open. That's an unprecedented offer for the product, and availability at this link ends 6 p.m. Eastern time on August 20, 2025. Continue reading ...
The “Godfather of AI” Has a Bizarre Plan to Save Humanity From Evil AI
Futurism / 12h
Geoffrey Hinton, the pioneering mind behind AI industry-transforming neural networks, who's often referred to as a "godfather of AI," says we need to infuse AI with "maternal instincts" to save humanity from rogue AI. Though his work on neural networks helped to usher in the large language models (LLMs) that dominate Silicon Valley today, these days, Hinton is known for being somewhat of an AI al
Godfather of AI says chatbots need 'maternal instincts' – but what they really need is to understand humanity
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Geoffrey Hinton, scientist, former Google employee, and widely recognized 'Godfather of AI,' has made a late-stage career of criticizing his godchildren. And now he's taken it all a step further, insisting we need "AI Mothers," not AI Assistants. Speaking at the AI4 Conference in Las Vegas this week, and as first reported by Forbes , Hinton again sounded the alarm on the impending advent of Artif
Meta backtracks on rules letting chatbots be creepy to kids
38Ars Technica - All content / 12h
After what was arguably Meta's biggest purge of child predators from Facebook and Instagram earlier this summer, the company now faces backlash after its own chatbots appeared to be allowed to creep on kids. After reviewing an internal document that Meta verified as authentic, Reuters revealed that by design, Meta allowed its chatbots to engage kids in "sensual" chat. Spanning more than 200 pages
Former Hospital Worker Allegedly Stole Skin Grafts in California
36Gizmodo / 12h
Cell tower data and license plate readers were used to find the suspect.
The new Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds are dropping at the end of the month: What to know
Mashable / 12h
Bose announced back in June that new QuietComfort Ultra earbuds were on the way, and we have confirmation that they're nearly here. Starting Aug. 28, the Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds (2nd gen) will be available for preorder for $299 on Bose's website. They will become available to the public starting on Sept. 10 in the white smoke and black colorways, with the deep plum variant scheduled for a
The Man in My Basement trailer: Corey Hawkins and Willem Dafoe star in this TIFF-bound psychological thriller
Mashable / 12h
Horror movies have conditioned us to know that we should never, ever head into a spooky basement. The upcoming psychological thriller The Man in My Basement introduces a new basement-focused rule for us to abide by: Never rent your basement to a shady man. Directed by Nadia Latif and based on the novel of the same name by Walter Mosley, The Man in My Basement introduces down-on-his-luck Charles B
Haiku OS Is Getting More Helpful Changes
How-To Geek / 12h
If you've researched alternative operating systems that are not Linux-based, you've probably come across Haiku OS. If you're using it, or if you're considering it, you'll be glad to know that it has gotten a lot better over the past month.
You Can Now Buy These Massage Guns With Your FSA or HSA
Lifehacker / 12h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. If you like making the most of your health savings accounts, I've got great news. This week, Therabody, the company behind the (rightfully) popular Theraguns , went live with Flex to accept FSA and HSA payments. This means you could now have access to some of the best recovery tools around through your pre-tax healthcare dollars. However, cashing
Shotwell Assures NASA SpaceX HLS is On Track for Moon Landing in 2027
Next Big Future / 12h
SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell assured NASA Administrator Sean Duffy that the Human Landing System (HLS) variant of Starship (Lunar Starship) remains on track for NASA’s Artemis 3 mission, currently targeted for 2027, despite potential distractions or delays. SpaceX President Gwynne Shotwell gave a guarantee that Starship HLS will be ready on the current schedule for ... Read more
Cohere hits a $6.8B valuation as investors AMD, Nvidia, and Salesforce double down
23TechCrunch / 12h
Cohere's market proposition has always been to offer secure LLMs specifically geared for enterprise use, not for consumers.
xAI Was About to Land a Major Government Contract. Then Grok Praised Hitler
63Wired / 12h
Internal emails obtained by WIRED show a hasty process to onboard OpenAI, Anthropic, and other AI providers to the federal government. xAI was on the list—until MechaHilter happened.
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