Technology News and More-Wednesday Edition...

 Technology News and More...

Japan is facing a dementia crisis – can technology help?
200+BBC News / 1h
Elderly people aged 65 and over now make up nearly 30% of Japan's population.



Trump Says Nvidia Can Sell the H200 Chip to China

300+Gizmodo / 1d
The U.S government will take a 25% cut, according to the president.

PlayStation Wrap-Up sums up your 2025 console gaming habits. Heres how to get yours.
Mashable / 57min
Sony has jumped on the end-of-year recap trend , introducing the new PlayStation Wrap-Up. Debuting this year, the Wrap-Up offers a summary and statistics on your PlayStation gaming habits for 2025. What is the PlayStation Wrap-Up? Available from today , the PlayStation Wrap-Up offers a summary and statistics on how you used your PlayStation console over the past year. This includes such informati






Amazon, Microsoft pledge mega AI investments in India
BBC News / 1h
India, which is an emerging AI and cloud infrastructure hub, has witnessed a surge of global tech investment recently.





Kids locked out of social media apps after Australia's world-first ban
24BBC News / 1h
The new law requires tech platforms to ensure that Australians aged under 16 don't hold accounts.





Watch Australian teens test out social media on first day of ban
58BBC News / 1h
Teenagers affected by Australia's under-16 social media ban showed the BBC what happened when they tried to access their accounts.





Tech Life
BBC News / 1h
A popular streamer tells us about the downsides of making online content.





Kids and Teen Influencers in Australia Say ‘Bye-Bye’ to Social Media
33Wired / 1h
Starting Wednesday, Australia will prohibit kids under 16 from using social platforms. For youth content creators, it means logging off or finding creative ways to post anyway.







Watch the Day of the Devs: Game Awards 2025 edition right here at 1PM ET
Engadget / 3h
The Game Awards 2025 edition of the Day of the Devs digital showcase goes live on Wednesday, December 10 at 1PM ET on Twitch and YouTube . That’s more than 30 hours before The Game Awards itself kicks off, which makes perfect sense. It is called Day of the Devs, after all, and if we’re judging by past appearances , the event absolutely deserves its own full 24 hours in the spotlight. This year, t





Chip Company Plotted to Send Technology to China, Ex-C.E.O. Says


20NYT > Technology / 3h
The former chief executive of Nexperia, a Dutch chipmaker, said Dutch officials had known for years that the company’s Chinese owner sought to move its technology to China.





Hurdle hints and answers for December 10, 2025
Mashable / 3h
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





How to watch Real Madrid vs. Man City online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Live stream Real Madrid vs. Manchester City in the Champions League for free on RTÉ Player . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The latest batch of Champions League fixtures includes some really interesting matchups, but Real Madrid vs. Manchester City is probably the biggest of the bunch. Real Madrid have only dropped three points in this camp





How to watch Club Brugge vs. Arsenal online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Live stream Club Brugge vs. Arsenal in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . This week's batch of Champions League fixtures features some cracking contests, including Club Brugge vs. Arsenal. The English side are top of the Champions League standings after winning every group stage game. Club





How to watch Villarreal vs. Copenhagen online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Live stream Villarreal vs. Copenhagen in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . This week's batch of Champions League fixtures includes some really interesting matchups, including Villarreal vs. Copenhagen. The Spanish side are still seeking their first win in the group stage, but three points





Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on December 10
Mashable / 3h
The moon is changing each night as it moves through the lunar cycle. The lunar cycle is a series of eight phases of the moon's visibility. Today, we're on day 20 of the cycle. Keep reading to find out what this means for tonight's moon. What is today’s moon phase? As of Wednesday, Dec. 10, the moon phase is Waning Gibbous. This means 64% of the moon is lit up tonight, according to NASA's Daily Mo





I never leave the house without this $40 gadget in my pocket
How-To Geek / 4h
I’ve had dual USB-C/A flash drives for many years—they’re nothing new. However, when I got the PNY Duo Link V3 , it changed how I used dual flash drives.





CBP Announces Plan to Look at Foreign Tourists’ Social Media Activity Prior to U.S. Entry
75Gizmodo / 5h
Posts, please.





NYT Pips hints, answers for December 10, 2025
Mashable / 6h
Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. Released in August 2025, the Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit. Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move onto the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you





NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for December 10, 2025
Mashable / 6h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easy if you're familiar with Miami beach legends. As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a 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





NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for December 10, 2025
Mashable / 6h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you have a sweet tooth. 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





NYT Strands hints, answers for December 10, 2025
Mashable / 6h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you love to be recognized. Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game, 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 an answ





Wordle today: Answer, hints for December 10, 2025
Mashable / 6h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're always making mistakes. 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, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Co





Everyone Hated the McDonald’s AI Christmas Ad So Much It Got Taken Down
30Gizmodo / 7h
It united the world with its shittiness. God bless us, everyone!





Silicon Valley Is All About the Hard Sell These Days
21Wired / 8h
Sam Altman’s appearance on The Tonight Show is part of a larger charm offensive currently being waged by the tech establishment.





CoreWeave CEO defends AI circular deals as ‘working together’
TechCrunch / 8h
The CEO of the AI data center provider, which has Nvidia as an investor and a supplier, described the environment as a "violent change" in demand.





Think AI actions in Windows 11 are pointless? Microsoft is letting you banish them from the right-click menu
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Windows 11 will soon have tidier right-click menus by allowing AI actions to be fully removed from File Explorer.





Trump’s Nvidia Chip Deal Reverses Decades of Technology Restrictions
68NYT > Technology / 9h
President Trump’s decision to allow Nvidia to sell its chips to China has raised questions about whether he is prioritizing short-term economic gain over long-term American security interests.





Unconventional AI confirms its massive $475M seed round
TechCrunch / 9h
Led by Naveen Rao, the former head of AI at Databricks, the new hardware startup is valued at $4.5 billion.





People spending even more time online now than during the pandemic
BBC News / 9h
The survey found people in the UK spent on average four hours and 30 minutes online every day in 2025





Twitch star QTCinderella says she wishes she never started streaming
BBC News / 9h
The Streamer Awards organiser said the negatives of her online role made it hard to enjoy the job.





Trump’s Nvidia Chip Deal Reverses Decades of Technology Restrictions
68NYT > Technology / 9h
President Trump’s decision to allow Nvidia to sell its chips to China has raised questions about whether he is prioritizing short-term economic gain over long-term American security interests.





This Is the Best Razor I've Ever Used—Save Big With This Sale
Wired / 9h
Henson Razors are engineered to give a spectacular shave with dirt-cheap generic blades.





Over 250 people quarantined in South Carolina as measles outbreak rages
80Ars Technica - All content / 9h
A measles outbreak that began in South Carolina at the start of October is showing no signs of slowing as officials on Tuesday reported 27 new cases since Friday. Those cases bring the outbreak total to 111. The southern state’s outbreak now rivals outbreaks ongoing in Utah and Arizona , which have tallied 115 and 176 cases, respectively. The outbreaks are threatening to cost the country its meas





Your Favorite Social Media Psycho Is Back in Killer Sequel ‘Influencers’
Gizmodo / 9h
Kurtis David Harder’s follow-up to his 2022 horror hit stars Cassandra Naud as a shifty, seductive, tech-savvy villain.





Hinge CEO steps down to launch Overtone, an AI dating app
TechCrunch / 9h
Overtone is described as "an early-stage dating service focused on using AI and voice tools to help people connect in a more thoughtful and personal way."





Now we've got robots that can chase and kick us — is this the robot revolution we signed up for?
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
EngineAI tries to prove its wild combat robot videos are real by abusing its own CEO.





Repair iconic 2000s-era gadgets in upcoming indie game ReStory
Engadget / 10h
We love a little nostalgia mixed in with our cozy gaming, and ReStory looks like a perfect blend of those two. In this upcoming indie game, you play the owner of a Tokyo electronics repair shop in the mid 2000s. The trailer that dropped today shows you tinkering with some very familiar gadgets from the era, such as renamed riffs on a Tamagotchi, a Nokia brick phone, a PSP and a Walkman. You clean





Hinges founder is leaving Match to launch Overtone, an AI dating service
Mashable / 10h
Hinge 's founder and CEO, Justin McLeod, is stepping down to launch Overtone, an AI-driven dating service. McLeod launched Hinge in 2012, according to its website, and relaunched the popular dating app in 2016 "with a renewed commitment — helping people find love." McLeod mentions the relaunch in a blog post on Overtone's website , stating that public sentiment was turning on dating apps at the t





Doctors Issue Warning After Fit 50-Year-Old Gets Stroke Tied to Energy Drinks
23Gizmodo / 10h
The man was consuming three times the maximum daily dose of caffeine recommended for an adult.





Intel Takes Major Step in Plan to Acquire Chip Startup SambaNova
28Wired / 10h
The two chip companies have signed a term sheet, according to sources with direct knowledge of the agreement.





OpenAI, Anthropic, and Others Create Foundation for Standardizing AI Agents
Gizmodo / 10h
Microsoft, AWS, and Saleforce are also supporting the initiative.





Forget the Apple Watch SE 3 – It looks like a big sequel to our best-ever cheap fitness watch has just leaked
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Amazfit’s Active Max smartwatch just got leaked, providing new info and photos on the affordable device.





Luxury SUV delivers Lexus-level comfort without the Lexus price
How-To Geek / 10h
If you're tempted by a Lexus NX but keep wondering if there's something roomier, cheaper, and still just as relaxing, the Toyota Crown Signia is the twist you probably didn’t see coming. It delivers an easygoing kind of luxury that feels more “effortlessly cool” than “trying too hard.”





13 Burning Questions When ‘Stranger Things 5’ Returns for Part 2
Gizmodo / 10h
The Duffer Brothers' hit drops more episodes—and hopefully some answers to the below—December 25 on Netflix.





How to watch Bigg Boss Telugu season 9 online from anywhere
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Kalyan is the first Ranarangam finalist, thanks to Rithu's inability to perform basic arithmetic. Here's how to watch Bigg Boss Telugu season 9 from anywhere.





Man attempts to break world record with $75 million domain name pitch, ends up empty handed instead
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Judge hands Lambo.com to Lamborghini after ruling the owner who tried to sell it for $75 million acted in bad faith.





The Best Down Comforter Deals for Winter Nights (2025)
Wired / 11h
We’ve used all of these down comforter picks on our own beds, and they’re excellent for winter (or year-round).





‘The Odyssey’ Will Drop an Epic Prologue in IMAX Theaters This Weekend
Gizmodo / 11h
Go see 'One Battle After Another' or 'Sinners' in 70mm IMAX, and you'll get an extended peek at Christopher Nolan's 2026 release.





Pete Hegseth Chooses Google Gemini to Lead the First Front in the ‘Future of American Warfare’
Gizmodo / 11h
"We are pushing all of our chips in on artificial intelligence as a fighting force," Hegseth said.





The 'world’s first' 1,000Hz dual-mode gaming monitors are coming — but they sound completely unnecessary
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Philips and AOC are pushing refresh rates on monitors to an unexpected level, with two 1,000Hz displays potentially launching in 2026.





Details Emerge on Sam Altman’s Panic Sweats
Futurism / 11h
OpenAI has long made it its number one goal to realize artificial general intelligence, which it described in a 2023 blog post as “AI systems that are generally smarter than humans,” and which will benefit “all of humanity.” Since then, experts have often accused the company of repeatedly shifting the goalposts , greatly watering down its original goal of an AI truly capable of surpassing the int





Fal nabs $140M in fresh funding led by Sequoia, tripling valuation to $4.5B
TechCrunch / 11h
The round, which was Fal’s third fundraise this year, also included a secondary sale for early investors, sources tell us.





Cashew Research is going after the $90B market research industry with AI
TechCrunch / 11h
Cashew Research uses AI to automate the market research process while still collecting real-world data from humans.





Instagram May Be Quietly Adding AI-Generated Headlines to Your Posts
Lifehacker / 11h
Few of us are under the illusion that we own the content that we post on Instagram, but we do get a say in how that content is presented—w can choose which photos and videos we share, what captions appear (or don't appear) on each post, as well as whether or not we include where the image was taken or shared from. We might not control the platform, but we do control the content of our posts—unles





United CEO Says American Is Bleeding $800 Million A Year In Chicago — Leaked Figures Put The Loss At Just $70 Million In One Quarter [Roundup]
33View from the Wing / 11h
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby has been boasting that American is “bleeding” $800 million a year in Chicago — but leaked internal figures tell a very different story. They put American’s fully allocated loss at roughly $70 million in just one quarter, a big number but nowhere near Kirby’s claim. Continue reading ...





Uber is installing kiosks for booking rides without the mobile app
48Engadget / 11h
Uber is rolling out kiosks for travelers to book rideshares without using the mobile app. The company is pitching the service as a convenience for international travelers who may not have a data plan, but it could also be a lifesaver if your phone runs out of juice and you don't have a way to recharge it. A passenger can use the kiosk to enter their destination and desired ride type, then will re





Slack's CEO is joining OpenAI to find the money to pay for all those data centers
Engadget / 11h
OpenAI has announced that Denise Dresser, the current CEO of Slack, will be the company's new Chief Revenue Officer. Dresser will oversee the company's revenue strategy "across enterprise and customer success," according to OpenAI's announcement, and will presumably play a key role in leading the company towards profitability now that it's reorganized as a public benefit corporation . "We're on a





Update Notepad++ now to fix a dangerous security vulnerability
How-To Geek / 11h
The popular Notepad++ text editor has been hijacked to spread malware, due to a security vulnerability in the app's update mechanism. If you have the app installed, make sure you have the latest version to stay safe.





Doctor Doom Will Toot in the Next Marvel ‘Magic: The Gathering’ Set
Gizmodo / 11h
He does what he pleases, after all.





Salesforce bets on agentic AI platform following cautiously optimistic earnings report
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Salesforce raises forecasts - Agentforce credited as driving force





Sam Altman tells Jimmy Fallon that AI is the 'equalizing force' the world needs
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Sam Altman went on the Tonight Show to tout ChatGPT’s unprecedented potential but also urged caution about AI adoption.





Big Tech joins forces with Linux Foundation to standardize AI agents
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Big Tech has spent the past year telling us we’re living in the era of AI agents, but most of what we’ve been promised is still theoretical. As companies race to turn fantasy into reality, they’ve developed a collection of tools to guide the development of generative AI. A cadre of major players in the AI race, including Anthropic, Block, and OpenAI, has come together to promote interoperability





Pebble Is Releasing a $75 Ring, but It’s Not an Oura Competitor
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. When I hear that a smartwatch company is launching a ring, I assume it’s going to be a smart ring. But Pebble went a different direction, instead creating what’s basically a remote microphone that can work with your phone and other devices. It's available for pre-order for $75 , and will sell for $99 after launch. Pebble’s new ring is called the I





The Out-of-Touch Adults' Guide to Kid Culture: 'Millennial Optimism'
Lifehacker / 11h
This week, young people are longing for a past they were barely alive for, roasting people who dare to read books in public, and sharing videos of the last moments their lives made sense. So, not exactly an uplifting collection of cultural observations, but I threw in some truly banger Christmas carol mashups to lighten the mood. Everything is nostalgic, melancholic, or festive—sometimes all at o





Instagram is generating SEO-bait headlines for its users' posts
Engadget / 11h
It looks like Meta has decided to turn Instagram users into unwitting SEO spam pawns. On Tuesday, 404 Media reported that the platform is generating sensational, likely AI-generated headlines and descriptions for user posts without their knowledge or explicit consent. An Engadget editor has also noticed this on their posts. The headlines are found in the pages’ code and are only visible in search





Newly Discovered ‘Hybrid’ Phase of Matter Blurs the Line Between Solid and Liquid
Gizmodo / 12h
During this phase, matter exists in a weird, precarious limbo that ultimately determines what it becomes.





NotebookLM Has a New Feature for Visual Learners
Lifehacker / 12h
Another day, another update to Google's NotebookLM , the versatile AI tool that functions like a personal assistant focused only on you and your needs. The latest update is for visual learners: You can turn your source materials into helpful infographics that give you a clear picture—literally—of what the PDFs, websites, videos, or other materials you're studying or organizing are about. How to u





DJI’s terrifying new delivery drone is its most powerful so far – the FlyCart 100 can carry 100kg loads and climb 6,000m mountains
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
DJI has launched the FlyCart 100 drone for delivering heavy packages in the most difficult environments.





4 hidden Chromebook features you’re not using (but should)
How-To Geek / 12h
It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking a Chromebook is "simple" and is only suitable for kids at school, not serious work. Yet, ChromeOS has grown into a rather mature operating system, and there are plenty of features that can supercharge your productivity or expand your options hidden under the surface of that user-friendly interface.





SpaceX reportedly planning 2026 IPO with $1.5T valuation target
TechCrunch / 12h
The company is looking to raise $30 billion, which would make it the biggest IPO ever, just ahead of Saudi Aramco's in 2019.





Grok, Now Built Into Teslas for Navigation, Says It Would Run Over a Billion Children to Avoid Hitting Elon Musk
Futurism / 12h
At least Grok has its priorities straight: it would rather sacrifice droves of children instead of its creator, Elon Musk. On X, where the AI model is allowed to run wild and respond to all kinds of user inquiries, the notoriously badly-behaved bot was asked to answer a question in the style of the quiz show “Jeopardy!”. “As Tesla’s Al,” a user asked , “Grok would plow through 999,999,999 of thes





B Capital founding partner Kabir Narang leaves to launch new investment platform
TechCrunch / 12h
Kabir Narang is laying the groundwork for a new investment platform slated for 2026 that will focus on "compounding at the intersection of technology, AI, and global capital flows."





Grab HP Instant Ink 'loophole' worth almost £126 but you have to be quick — print up to 2,100 colour pages in 90 days for free
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
HP Instant Ink trick gives you months of free printing, but the window won’t stay open for long.





Chase Sapphire Preferred vs. Venture X: Deciding between 2 of the best travel cards
The Points Guy Articles / 12h
Chase and Capital One are leaders in the travel rewards credit card space. If you're looking for your next travel rewards credit card , the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees ) and the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card are both great options to consider. The Sapphire Preferred is a mid-tier travel card, while the Venture X is positioned as a premium card. Their annual fees





How to watch One Battle After Another: Streaming details for the Oscar frontrunner
Mashable / 12h
The best streaming deals to watch 'One Battle After Another' at home: Watch now Rent or Buy "One Battle After Another" on Prime Video $19.99 or $24.99 Watch now Rent or buy on Apple TV $19.99 or $24.99 Watch later HBO Max (With Ads) $109.99/year (save $21.89) Watch later Max Standard $184.99/year (save $36.89) Watch later HBO Max Student $5.49 per month for 12 months (save 50%) Watch later HBO Ma





ICEBlock app developers sue Trump administration
30Mashable / 12h
ICEBlock , an app designed to document and alert users to the movements of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is suing the Trump administration for violating free speech protections after federal officials reportedly pressured tech companies like Apple to remove the app from online marketplaces. In the lawsuit , the app's developers argue that the actions of White House officials to press





PlayStation just launched its 2025 Wrap-Up — but good luck getting it to load
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
PlayStation just launched its 2025 Wrap-Up to show users their top games, total trophies, and hours spent on the platform, but, as with last year, the experience is slow to load for some users.





The two popular Mazda SUVs that continue to drive strong sales in 2025
How-To Geek / 12h
Mazda’s sales momentum in 2025 isn’t being driven by new nameplates or radical redesigns, it’s being carried by two of its most established SUVs. Despite a competitive market packed with newer alternatives, these models continue to attract buyers with a mix of premium styling, engaging driving dynamics, and strong value that stands out in the crowded compact and mid-size segments.





Superman and Spider-Man Collide in the First Looks at DC and Marvel’s Next Big Crossover
Gizmodo / 12h
It's out March 25, 2026, and there are 11 covers in total by the likes of Jim Lee, Jorge Jiménez, and more.





Why Cursor’s CEO believes OpenAI, Anthropic competition won’t crush his startup
TechCrunch / 12h
After reaching $1 billion in annualized revenue, Anysphere CEO Michael Truell explained the features his company is focused on building out.





How to watch The Game Awards 2025 on December 11
Engadget / 12h
The Game Awards are this week, with the grand showcase for 2025 coming up on Thursday, December 11 at 8PM ET. There's also a pre-show (in case the multi-hour affair just isn't enough TGA for you) and that kicks off at 7:30PM ET. The ceremony will be a mix of honoring games from the past year and debuting trailers for future releases, so expect a couple interesting announcements to emerge from Thu





Traeger debuts Woodridge Pro Plus grill with Wi-Fi features and built-in storage cabinet
Engadget / 12h
Traeger debuted its Woodridge line of Wi-Fi-enabled pellet grills back in January. The overall theme across the Woodridge, Woodridge Pro and Woodridge Elite is the company’s reliable performance and features are available for less than the cost of its most premium models. Just before Christmas, the company is adding to the the Woodridge lineup with the Woodridge Pro Plus . For $400 more than the





This security-focused Linux distro is switching to KDE
How-To Geek / 12h
The team behind Parrot OS (often shortened to Parrot) has announced the beta release of Parrot 7.0. The update, now in testing, brings several upgrades and improvements to the distribution that

Technology News Tuesdays, and More!

 Technology News and More...

Fairphone updates its over ear headphones with better sound
Engadget / 1h
Two years ago, Fairphone launched a pair of modular, fully-repairable headphones called the Fairbuds XL . Now, the Dutch social enterprise is releasing an updated version where the focus isn’t just on the quality of its hardware, but on the merits of its raw materials. The 2025 Fairbuds XL ship with new “premium” 40mm dynamic drivers and stronger N52 rated magnets for “more power and enhanced bas

More Parents Are Refusing Vitamin K for Their Newborns. Here’s Why That’s a Bad Idea
Gizmodo / 58min
For around 60 years, doctors have routinely given infants a vitamin K shot to prevent uncontrolled bleeding.





The Garmin fēnix 8 just got a $350 discount at Amazon – its best-ever price
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $350: As of Dec. 9, the Garmin fēnix 8 is on sale for $849.99 at Amazon. That's a 29% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin fēnix 8 $849.99 at Amazon $1,199.99 Save $350 The Garmin fēnix 8 is one of the most advanced Garmin models. Really, there's very little it can't do. It's especially a great companion for the endurance athlete (thanks to its impressively






Uber Will Now Let Advertisers Target You Based on Your Movement and Delivery Data
Gizmodo / now
I know what you're thinking: "They weren't already doing this?"





Hurdle hints and answers for December 9, 2025
Mashable / 26min
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





Pokémon TCGs Mega Evolution Enhanced Booster Box is over $20 cheaper on TCGPlayer, but Amazon offers a gift card
Mashable / 26min
SAVE $20.58: Pokémon TCG's Mega Evolution Enhanced Booster Box is now down to $231.99 at TCGPlayer , which includes a Bulbasaur Stamped Illustration Rare promo card worth $17.07 . The same Booster Box is going for $252.57 on Amazon , but you could get a $60 instant gift card to save more. Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Mega Evolution Enhanced Booster Box. $252.57 at Amazon Poss





The Eight Sleep Pod 5 is a (spendy) miracle of a bed setup. But it’s only ideal for some people.
Mashable / 26min
Like it or not, sleep is a non-negotiable aspect of being alive. We human beings require sleep to continue functioning. The problem is, for plenty of people, sleep is an elusive beast. For a gigantic list of reasons, people struggle to get enough high-quality sleep and keep that sleep schedule consistent. One of the main sleep disruptors is temperature. Some of us can sweat through the sheets in





The iPad mini is back on sale at Amazon – save $100 right now


Mashable / 26min
SAVE $100 : As of Dec. 9, the iPad mini is on sale for $549 at Amazon. That's a 15% savings on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple iPad mini (A17 Pro) $549 at Amazon $649 Save $100 Apple's iPad Mini is back on sale, and, as of Dec. 9 you can save $100 on the WiFi + cellular model which is now down to $549. The iPad Mini gives you the full Apple iPad experience, but in a smal





This Hisense 75-inch QD7 TV deal is its lowest-ever price at Amazon
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $202: As of Dec. 9, the Hisense 75-inch QD7 is on sale for $597.99 at Amazon. That's a 25% savings on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Hisense Hisense 75-inch QD7 $597.99 at Amazon $799.99 Save $202 Christmas is the perfect time of year to treat yourself to a new TV . If you've been looking for a new TV to bring in the festive season, this latest Amazon deal on the Hisense 75-in





The Samsung 32-Inch Odyssey G55C is back at its lowest-ever price at Amazon
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $130: As of Dec. 9, the Samsung 32-Inch Odyssey G55C is on sale for $199.99 at Amazon. That's a 39% saving on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 32-Inch Odyssey G55C $199.99 at Amazon $329.99 Save $130 In need of a new gaming monitor to upgrade your setup? Look no further than this Amazon deal on the Samsung 32-Inch Odyssey G55C . As of Dec. 9, this model is curren





Fairphone's newest eco-friendly headphones have a feature I wish Bose or Sony would use – and the sound's good too
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
The most eco-friendly headphones just got a little bit eco friendlier – and slightly better sounding, too





All 187,460 Miles of Road That Led to Rome, Mapped
NYT > Technology / 1h
A digital atlas of ancient Rome’s highways and byways reveals a road network that was more extensive than thought.






Your own 'supercomputer' made up of old Framework motherboards? This Kickstarter project aims to achieve just that
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
FrameCluster turns unused Framework mainboards into 3D-printed rack clusters, focusing on simple organization, practical reuse, small-scale production.





How to watch the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations online for free
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Watch the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations for free on Channel 4 . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . There is quite simply no tournament like the Africa Cup of Nations. It's an electric combination of heated rivalries , colorful fans, and football without the handbrake. We know that the eyes of the footballing world are already fixed on the 2026 Wor





How to watch Atalanta vs. Chelsea online for free
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Live stream Atalanta vs. Chelsea in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . There are a number of fascinating matchups in the latest round of Champions League fixtures, including Atalanta vs. Chelsea. These teams are tied on 10 points after five games. Everything is still very much to play for i





How to watch Bayern Munich vs. Sporting online for free
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Live stream Bayern Munich vs. Sporting in the Champions League for free on Virgin Media Player . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . There are a number of really interesting matchups in the latest round of Champions League fixtures, including Bayern Munich vs. Sporting. Only separated by two points, this is a difficult game to predict. Sure, the





How to watch Inter Milan vs. Liverpool online for free
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Live stream Inter Milan vs. Liverpool in the Champions League for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime . Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Champions League is back with another round of festive fixtures, including Inter Milan vs. Liverpool. Things continue to be tough for the Premier League champions , and a trip to the San Siro isn't going t





Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on December 9
Mashable / 4h
It's day 19 of the lunar cycle and we're close to a new lunar phase, the Third Quarter. From here, the moon will quickly get smaller each night until there's nothing left at all. That phase is known as the New Moon. But what's happening tonight, on day 19? Read on to find out. What is today’s moon phase? As of Tuesday, Dec. 9, the moon phase is Waning Gibbous. This means 73% of the moon is lit up





Move over, Peerless Assassin: There is a new budget cooling king
How-To Geek / 5h
A CPU cooler doesn't have to be expensive to be great. If you have a hot-running CPU, the ID-COOLING FROZN A620 PRO SE is all you really need. It's a chunky air cooler with two 120mm fans that do an excellent job at keeping your modern AMD Ryzen or Intel CPU cool without breaking the bank.





NYT Pips hints, answers for December 9, 2025
Mashable / 6h
Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. Released in August 2025, the Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit. Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move onto the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you





NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for December 9, 2025
Mashable / 6h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easy if you've had to buy equipment from Academy. As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a 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





NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for December 9, 2025
Mashable / 6h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're a colorful person. 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 som





NYT Strands hints, answers for December 9, 2025
Mashable / 6h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're an NBA fan. Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game, 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 an answer. Ther





Wordle today: Answer, hints for December 9, 2025
Mashable / 6h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're not always nice. 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, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Connectio





OpenAI races Gemini 3 to the top with GPT‑5.2 drop this week
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
OpenAI is rushing out GPT‑5.2 to regain its lead over Google’s Gemini 3, aiming to make ChatGPT faster, smarter, and more dependable.





‘Marjorie Prime’ Review: A.I. Gave Her Back Her Husband. Was It Worth It?
NYT > Technology / 7h
June Squibb stars in the Broadway premiere of Jordan Harrison’s meditation on grief and the nature of human and artificial intelligence.





What is the release date for South Park season 28 episode 5 on Paramount+?
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Is Trump going to be on the naughty or nice list in South Park season 28 episode 5? And when will it stream on Paramount+?





Disney Destiny’s Hercules musical features a standout projection effect that I can’t stop talking about
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Disney’s Hercules musical on the Destiny pairs real-time tracking with coordinated projection and lighting to produce an onstage illusion that supports the storytelling.





Is AI in recruitment a 'race to the bottom'?
BBC News / 9h
AI helps jobseekers to apply for hundreds of roles, meanwhile employers use AI to filter them.





A.I. Videos Have Flooded Social Media. No One Was Ready.
200+NYT > Technology / 9h
Apps like OpenAI’s Sora are fooling millions of users into thinking A.I. videos are real, even when they include warning labels.





Trump Says Nvidia Can Sell the H200 Chip to China
200+Gizmodo / 9h
The U.S government will take a 25% cut, according to the president.





Trump gives Nvidia green light to sell advanced AI chips to China
82BBC News / 10h
Nvidia had been at the centre of a geopolitical tug-of-war between the US and China in recent months.





New homes delayed by 'energy-hungry' data centres
23BBC News / 10h
The London Assembly found the growth of new data centres temporarily halted building some houses in 2022.





Letterboxd Video Store's first film rentals will be available this week
Engadget / 10h
Letterboxd has introduced its first wave of exclusive digital film rentals for the company’s previously announced Letterboxd Video Store. The inaugural collection is themed Unreleased Gems and includes four movies that received awards or acclaim during a film festival. The titles will be available to watch from Letterboxd from December 10 through January 9. Each film is limited to certain geograp





RFK Jr And Sean Duffy Lecture Travelers About Junk Snacks — Then Do Pull-Ups And Miss The Real Issue With Concessions
View from the Wing / 10h
RFK Jr and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy flew into National to scold airports for serving “junk” to travelers, then pivoted to a pull-up competition while ignoring why terminal concessions are so bad in the first place. Continue reading ...





Palantir responds to criticism of CEO interview with neurodivergent fellowship
Mashable / 10h
Alex Karp, the CEO of controversial tech company Palantir , raised eyebrows during a recent live interview with the New York Times . In a viral video of the discussion, Karp defended his company to the Times' Andrew Ross Sorkin, gesturing dramatically with his arms, bouncing up and down on his chair, and struggling to make his point. Palantir’s X account shared the video on Sunday morning and ann





Trump to sign order prohibiting state AI regulation
68Mashable / 10h
President Donald Trump announced Monday that he plans to sign an executive order permitting only "one rule" for regulating artificial intelligence in the U.S. "There must be only One Rulebook if we are going to continue to lead in AI. We are beating ALL COUNTRIES at this point in the race, but that won’t last long if we are going to have 50 States, many of them bad actors, involved in RULES and t





Give kids calm and educational screen time for life with this $40 app
Mashable / 10h
TL;DR: Give your kids non-addictive, educational, and fun screen time with a lifetime subscription to the app Pok Pok , now just $39.97 (reg. $250) with code PLAY20 through Dec. 14. Opens in a new window Credit: Pok Pok Pok Pok: Lifetime Subscription $39.97 $250 Save $210.03 Calm screen time for kids? Though it sounds like an oxymoron, Pok Pok makes it a real possibility. This app offers low-stim





Congress removes right to repair language from 2026 defense bill
71Engadget / 10h
According to a statement from the Public Interest Research Group, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 has removed language that would have granted the US military the right to repair its own equipment rather than requiring it to use official defense contractors for maintenance. This bill is still being considered by Congress, but it is uncertain whether the right to repair





This new mini PC has four NVMe slots and dual Ethernet LAN
How-To Geek / 11h
Network attached storage devices have become increasingly popular as people search for alternatives—or supplements—to their cloud storage subscriptions. That is where a new mini PC released by Youyeetoo, which is designed primarily for use as a miniature NAS, can shine.





ICEBlock lawsuit: Trump admin bragged about demanding App Store removal
Ars Technica - All content / 11h
In a lawsuit filed against top Trump administration officials on Monday, Apple was accused of caving to unconstitutional government demands by removing an Immigration and Customs Enforcement -spotting app from the App Store with more than a million users. In his complaint, Joshua Aaron, creator of ICEBlock, cited a Fox News interview in which Attorney General Pam Bondi “made plain that the United





PhpStorm 2025.3 arrives with full PHP 8.5 support and a new theme
How-To Geek / 11h
PhpStorm has stuck around as one of the best PHP development environments, and now JetBrains has released a new major version. PhpStorm 2025.3 is now available with PHP 8.5 support, a new theme, Claude agent integration, and much more.





FTC upholds ban on stalkerware founder Scott Zuckerman
TechCrunch / 11h
Zuckerman, who used to run the stalkerware apps SpyFone and SpyTrac, claimed the ban is hurting his unrelated business.





Trump Clears Sale of More Powerful Nvidia A.I. Chips to China
100+NYT > Technology / 11h
Approval for the H200 chip followed months of haggling between tech industry backers and defense hawks.





Katsuhiro Harada is leaving Bandai Namco after 30 years
Engadget / 11h
Katsuhiro Harada is departing Bandai Namco at the end of 2025. He announced the news both with a farewell note shared on X and, in possibly the coolest exit ever, with an hour-long DJ mix. Harada's 30-year career has most closely been involved with Tekken and he's a familiar face in the fighting game community. He began as a voice actor in the original Tekken game and continued to do so even as h





SoftBank and Nvidia reportedly in talks to fund SkildAI at $14B, nearly tripling its value
TechCrunch / 11h
Skild AI is developing a hardware-agnostic foundation model for robots that can be customized for various uses.





Subaru joins controversial list of carmakers experimenting with infotainment system pop-up ads
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Pop-up ads in Subarus have been driving customers around the bend, but they aren't the only manufacturer keen on exploiting the rich revenue stream.





Disgraced Ex-Congressman George Santos Owes Hundreds Of Thousands — But Turns Down $900 From Delta And Complains About It
View from the Wing / 11h
George Santos, the former New York congressman whose fraud case left him owing hundreds of thousands of dollars, bragged on social media about refusing a $900 Delta offer to give up his seat on an oversold shuttle flight. Continue reading ...





You can now buy groceries in ChatGPT
Mashable / 11h
OpenAI and Instacart are bringing grocery shopping to ChatGPT . The two companies announced Monday that the Instacart app is being directly integrated into ChatGPT, meaning you can browse for groceries and check out, all within the popular chatbot. The aim is that users can ask ChatGPT for meal ideas or help with a recipe, then boom: buy everything they need from Instacart. "With the Instacart ap





Tesla Optimus robot falls over, goes viral
Mashable / 11h
A bizarre video of one of Tesla's Optimus robots appearing to malfunction and fall over while serving drinks at an event is going viral online. The incident happened at an "Autonomy Visualized" event at its Miami store. As Electrek writes, the Tesla event was promoted as a way to showcase the company's “Autopilot technology and Optimus.” The fall is a potential embarrassment for Tesla chief Elon





Delta now has free Wi-Fi on 1,000 planes, with rest of fleet coming in 2026
The Points Guy Articles / 11h
Delta Air Lines has reached a milestone in the rollout of free inflight internet across its fleet. On Monday, the Atlanta-based carrier announced it had finished upgrading the Wi-Fi systems on its 1,000th plane. It's a milestone in Delta's yearslong plan to make onboard Wi-Fi free for all travelers — a shift that has since become a major trend across the airline industry . As of this week, around





Forget the ‘Knights of the Old Republic’ Remake, There Might Be a ‘KOTOR II’ Remake Too
Gizmodo / 11h
The *other* One of the Best 'Star Wars' Games of All Time was planned to get the remake treatment—but whether it still is remains to be seen.





The Military Almost Got the Right to Repair. Lawmakers Just Took It Away
62Wired / 11h
The final language of the annual bill that funds the US military is in. It removes provisions that would have helped ensure servicemembers’ ability to fix their own equipment.





An AI copycat of King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard went unnoticed on Spotify for weeks
Engadget / 11h
Despite making some moves to address the proliferation of AI-generated audio on its platform, Spotify failed to catch a copycat making imitations of music by King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard. The long-running experimental rock band from Australia, has been a vocal critic of Spotify and was one of several artists that took their music off the platform in the summer. The move was in response to the





See the Skies at Their Most Magical With the Best Aurora Photos of 2025
Gizmodo / 11h
Missed the auroras? These photographers have got you covered.





Petco reveals a hack exposed customer data in these states
2 TTPs•
Mashable / 12h
Petco has confirmed that its data security breach exposed sensitive customer information. The company initially acknowledged a breach without detailing what was compromised, legal notices that were required in several states are starting to show the scope of the hack. SEE ALSO: Data breach revealed, potentially impacting several banks In filings submitted to the Texas attorney general — echoed in





Switching between Android and iOS is about to get easier
Mashable / 12h
Apple and Google are working together to make it easier for customers to switch ecosystems. The newest Android Canary build (basically a beta) started planting the seeds for easier device switching, according to 9to5google . Apple and Google told 9to5google that a quicker transfer process will be available during the new device setup phase after you buy a phone. At some point, this will be baked





Raspberry Pi is raising prices, but this open source alternative is staying affordable
How-To Geek / 12h
Are you shopping for an SBC right now? There are tons to choose from, but the conventional choice is a Raspberry Pi device. It isn't your only option, though, and looking into alternatives is worth your while.





Apple and Google Are Making It Easier to Switch Between iPhone and Android
Lifehacker / 12h
When it's time to buy a new car, you don't necessarily need to stick with the one you had before. You don't lose your cloud-based photos by switching from Toyota to Subaru, nor will your friends yell at you for ruining the group chat by buying a Kia. That's not the case with smartphones: When you buy an iPhone, it's tough to switch away from it. The same goes for Android: While it's easy enough t





Investor letter reveals skyrocketing growth of Waymo’s robotaxi rides
TechCrunch / 12h
Six months ago, Waymo disclosed it was providing 250,000 robotaxi rides. But it's grown significantly since, a leaked letter says.





Department of Commerce approves Nvidia H200 chip exports to China
22TechCrunch / 12h
This news comes as a bill was introduced in Congress last week to prevent these exact kinds of chip exports.





‘StableChain’ Launch Shows How Far Crypto Has Strayed From Bitcoin’s Original Promise
Gizmodo / 12h
The centralization will continue until morale improves.





Google’s AI try-on app Doppl adds a shoppable discovery feed
TechCrunch / 12h
The tech giant says the idea behind the new feed is to display recommendations so users can discover and virtually try on items. Nearly everything in the feed is shoppable, with direct links to merchants.





Video Shows Robot Attacking CEO
Futurism / 12h
AI robots turning on us and taking over the world is something on all of our minds right now. But would it be so bad if the machines went after CEOs first? We’re mulling over the prospect of such delicious schadenfreude after watching a new demonstration from the Chinese robotics startup EngineAI. Instead of having its T800 android shadowbox some pre-programmed martial arts moves — a stunt that m





AI data centers must be stopped, green groups tell Congress
20Mashable / 12h
Local pro-environment groups in all 50 states delivered a blunt message to the U.S. Congress: Put a moratorium on new power-hungry AI data centers, or face the wrath of voters everywhere. "The harms of data center growth are increasingly well-established, and they are massive," read the letter , signed by more than 350 nonprofit groups, from Alabama Climate Reality to West Virginia Citizen Action





Chase Sapphire Preferred vs. Sapphire Reserve: Which is better for you?
38The Points Guy Articles / 12h
Each of Chase's personal Sapphire cards earns valuable Chase Ultimate Rewards points . While the mid-tier Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card (see rates and fees ) and premium Chase Sapphire Reserve® (see rates and fees ) are in the same family, the two cards diverge in benefits, earning rates and annual fees. The Sapphire Reserve offers many perks in exchange for a high $795 annual fee, while the Sap





Lucid Motors’ former chief engineer sues for wrongful termination and discrimination
TechCrunch / 12h
Eric Bach, who was fired in November, claims a top HR executive at the automaker called him a "German Nazi."





Dr. Oz Tells His Federal Employees to Eat Less
500+Wired / 12h
“You don’t have to try every cookie on the holiday table,” wrote Mehmet Oz in an email to all Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services staffers.





It’s Code Red Week for OpenAI
Gizmodo / 12h
Sometimes you light so much cash on fire that you burn the whole house down.





James Cameron Changed ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ After Audiences Saw ‘Way of Water’
Gizmodo / 12h
The director reacted to what audiences liked and didn't like about his movie for its follow-up, out December 19.

Technology News and More-Monday Edition...

 Technology News and More...

Which Airlines Publish Menus In Advance Of Flights? A Useful Feature…

300+One Mile at a Time / 1h
Which airlines publish their full inflight menus and/or drink lists for a particular flight in advance? I imagine I’m not the only person who likes to look this up prior to traveling, so let me first discuss why it might matter, and then I’ll share my list of airlines offering this. Why it’s nice to see your inflight menu in advance Admittedly there’s huge variance in terms of the quality of infl





A Predator in ‘Alien: Earth’? Yeahhhhhhh, No, Says Noah Hawley
Gizmodo / 4min
'Alien vs. Predator' fans should never give up hope for another crossover, just don't expect it to go down in 'Alien: Earth.'

The Fire Stick 4K Max just got a $20 discount — act fast to save on this popular streaming stick
Mashable / 20min
SAVE $20: As of Dec. 8, the Amazon Fire Stick 4K Max is on sale for $39.99 at Amazon. That's a 33% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Fire Stick 4K Max $39.99 at Amazon $59.99 Save $20 If you've been waiting for the Fire Stick 4K Max to go back on sale, now is your time to pounce. The famed streaming device just got a $20 discount at Amazon, bringing it to its second






Australia’s Social Media Ban Is Coming on Wednesday. Here’s What That Means


Gizmodo / 4min
Several European countries are already working on their own versions.





Billy Bob Thornton gave Landman season 3 away weeks ago: ‘I don’t know if there will be a moment this season where he finally snaps’
Latest from TechRadar / 5min
Even Billy Bob Thornton ‘didn’t know’ how Tommy’s season 2 would end – so Landman season 3 shouldn’t be a surprise.





The Google Pixel 9 is back to its lowest-ever price at Amazon — save $300 right now
Mashable / 20min
SAVE $300: As of Dec. 8, the Google Pixel 9 is on sale for $499 at Amazon. That's a 38% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Google Google Pixel 9 $499 at Amazon $799 Save $300 If you've been shopping around for a new smartphone , this latest Amazon deal on the Google Pixel 9 will see you taking home a great model for less than $500. As of Dec. 8, the impressive Pixel model i





Apple AirPods 4 are down to $80 at Best Buy — last chance to secure this low price
Mashable / 20min
SAVE $50: As of Dec. 8, Best Buy has dropped the price of the AirPods 4 (without ANC) to $79.99 as part of its Deal of the Day. This is $50 off their list price of $129.99. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple AirPods 4 $79.99 at Best Buy $129.99 Save $50.00 Big seasonal sale events may be behind us now, but if you're still hoping to save on tech ahead of the holidays, Best Buy's here to hel





The Echo Show 5 just got a $30 discount at Amazon — upgrade your smart home now
Mashable / 20min
SAVE $30 : As of Dec. 8, the Echo Show 5 is on sale for $59.99 at Amazon. That's a 33% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Echo Show 5 $59.99 at Amazon $89.99 Save $30.00 Smart home products are a great way to modernize your home; whether it's a robot vacuum , smart light bulbs , or even devices to control your heating, they truly do make life a little easier. And one





Last chance to grab NordVPN at lowest price of 2025
Latest from TechRadar / 20min
It's the last day to pick up NordVPN for just $2.88 a month





The unexpected history of those oh-so annoying internet popup ads
BBC News / 28min
Ethan Zuckerman says his intentions were good when he invented the ads.





Tech Now
BBC News / 35min
Nick Kwek visits the National Space Industry Hub in Sydney.





Disgruntled ChatGPT Users Think Ads Have Rolled Out. The Timing Couldn’t Be Worse
Gizmodo / 40min
Users think they see Target ads. Not "targeted ads." Ads for Target.





Look out, the first teaser for Supergirl has arrived – and the DCU movie's actual trailer isn't far behind
Latest from TechRadar / 55min
Supergirl's first teaser reveals when its full trailer will drop – and it could arrive on the same day as Avengers: Doomsday's trailer.





Console sales surged over Black Friday, with PS5 taking the lion's share thanks to big discounts
Latest from TechRadar / 55min
PS5 and Switch 2 prove immensely popular over Black Friday, with Xbox console sales trailing.





Kick off the Holiday season with Battlefield 6’s next major update, adding a snow-covered Ice Lock variant of the Empire State map
Latest from TechRadar / 55min
Battlefield 6 Winter Offensive arrives December 9, adding new map conditions, and limited time modes. Here's what's being added.





Wearing Airline Pajamas Onboard Flights: Etiquette, Tips, And Logistics
44One Mile at a Time / 58min
If you’re flying in first or business class on a long haul, international flight, you may be given pajamas to change into. This is offered pretty consistently in first class, while there are select airlines that offer them in business class . I sometimes get questions from readers surrounding the etiquette of wearing pajamas on airplanes, so I’d like to talk about that in a bit more detail in thi





The Longest Solar Eclipse for 100 Years Is Coming. Don’t Miss It
Wired / 1h
NASA has announced when the longest total solar eclipse of the century will occur—and you won’t have to wait long. Here’s what you should know.





Netflix Reportedly Greased the Skids for Its Warner Acquisition by Yukking It Up with Trump
Gizmodo / 1h
How do you keep an antitrust-curious president from sinking your M&E deal? This is reportedly how.





New Facial-Recognition Tech Could Let You Keep Your Passport in Your Pocket at the Airport
NYT > Technology / 1h
You may be surprised to zoom right onto a future international flight thanks to facial-recognition tools being tested at Orlando International Airport.





A new UK AI says it can beat ChatGPT – we tried it and here’s what we found
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Locai Labs has launched the UK’s first homegrown AI assistant, claiming it outperforms GPT-5 and other global rivals in conversation, reasoning, and user preference.





Chic New Qantas Lounge Opening At Auckland Airport, With A La Carte Dining
One Mile at a Time / 1h
In April 2025, we saw Qantas close its lounge at Auckland International Airport (AKL), so that it could undergo a full redevelopment. There’s an exciting update , as this lounge is now just over a week from opening. Details of the new Qantas Lounge Auckland On December 17, 2025, we’re going to see the reopening of the Qantas Lounge Auckland, which has undergone an expansion, plus a full renovatio






I enjoyed testing the Doogee S200 Ultra rugged phone - it gets almost everything right but the price
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
The Doogee S200 Ultra is yet another evolution of its S200 line of rugged smartphones





Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on December 8
Mashable / 5h
Tonight marks day 18 of the lunar cycle, meaning the Moon is in its waning gibbous phase. More than half of its surface is still illuminated, but it’s slowly shrinking each night as it moves toward the New Moon. Keep reading to find out what this means. What is today’s moon phase? As of Monday, Dec. 8, the moon phase is Waning Gibbous. This means 83% of the moon is lit up tonight, according to NA





I almost returned this $250 headset, but now it's my favorite of 2025
How-To Geek / 6h
I'm not a fan of gaming headsets, so for the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro to impress me enough for me to recommend it to you is no small feat.





NYT Pips hints, answers for December 8, 2025
Mashable / 7h
Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. Released in August 2025, the Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit. Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move onto the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you





NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for December 8, 2025
Mashable / 7h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easy if you live in the Mile High City. As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a 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 n





NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for December 8, 2025
Mashable / 7h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're a California native. 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 s





NYT Strands hints, answers for December 8, 2025
Mashable / 7h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're good with words. Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game, 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 an answer.





Wordle today: Answer, hints for December 8, 2025
Mashable / 7h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you love a Thanksgiving meal. 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, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT Con





IT: Welcome to Derry episode 7 reveals Pennywises origin story
Mashable / 7h
IT: Welcome to Derry episode 6 may have made us briefly wonder if Mrs Kersh (Madeleine Stowe) is Pennywise's daughter , but episode 7 has now given us the answer. Opening with yet another flashback to 1908, the penultimate episode in Andy Muschietti's prequel series takes us back to the origin of not the monster itself, but the creature's infamous clown persona. So what do we learn? We've unpacke





IT: Welcome to Derry episode 7 ending, explained: Whats the army planning?
Mashable / 7h
IT: Welcome to Derry only has one episode left, and things seem to be going from bad to worse. Because as well as a Pennywise origin story and a re-creation of one of the book's most disturbing historical chapters , episode 7 also ends with a twist that spells trouble for not just the main characters, but potentially the entire United States. So what exactly happened, and what could it mean? SEE





Trump says $72bn Netflix-Warner Bros deal 'could be a problem'
96BBC News / 9h
The planned deal would cement Netflix in its position as the world's biggest subscription streaming service.





Japan is facing a dementia crisis – can technology help?
100+BBC News / 10h
Elderly people aged 65 and over now make up nearly 30% of Japan's population.





Bank of England warns of AI bubble risk
87BBC News / 10h
The central bank says US stock price valuations are their most stretched since the dotcom bubble burst.





This self-hosted Linux app cut my subscription costs by $300
How-To Geek / 12h
Subscriptions are the new cable, and if you're not careful, you might find that your subscription costs wind up creeping higher than any cable subscription ever did.





Stop using Ubuntu—here's why you need to switch to an immutable distro instead
How-To Geek / 12h
Linux is generally less prone to malware than Windows, and so long as you're careful about the commands you enter, Linux systems tend to age much more gracefully than Windows systems. However, no system is truly immune to malware, and blindly following instructions online can easily break something on your system if you're not cautious. That is where immutable distros can save the day.





Apple's AirPods Pro 3 are back to an all-time low price
Engadget / 12h
If you haven't yet upgraded to Apple's AirPods Pro 3 , you can pick up the company's latest model at a discount through a deal on Amazon right now. The AirPods Pro 3, which came out in September, are currently down from $249 to $220 — their Cyber Monday all-time low price. With the new AirPods Pro, Apple made some big improvements, including better battery life and sound quality, and introduced u





TravelWits: Self-Book Luxury Hotels With Special Travel Agency Perks
One Mile at a Time / 12h
EXTRA PERKS AVAILABLE Enjoy breakfast, upgrades, and more Want to be able to self-book luxury hotel stays with extra perks through TravelWits, at fordb.travelwits.com? Email travelwits@fordbtravel.com for the password. Email Ford Generally speaking, the best way to book luxury hotels is through a travel advisor who has access to programs offering extra perks at properties. These perks can include





DOT Just Let Southwest Skip The Final $11 Million Of Its Christmas Meltdown Fine — And It’s The Only Part Of This ‘Record’ Penalty That Makes Sense
View from the Wing / 12h
DOT made headlines bragging about a “record” $140 million penalty against Southwest for its Christmas 2022 meltdown, but the airline was never really on the hook for that number. Now that the agency