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Jimmy Kimmel slams Trump for his response to the death of Rob Reiner
86Mashable / 3h
The deaths of director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele led to an outpouring of tributes from Hollywood on Monday — and one long, unpleasant Truth Social post from Donald Trump , in which the president suggested Reiner died "reportedly due to the anger he caused others through his massive, unyielding, and incurable affliction with a mind crippling disease known as TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME." "Jus
The 5 best Linux apps for students
How-To Geek / 1h
So, you've decided to use Linux for your studies? That's a great choice! Linux got me through four years of post-grad studies and it should serve you well. But, an operating system is only as good as the applications it can run. So if you're rolling with Linux for your studies, here are some of the best apps to download and install today.
Final reminder: Your Amex Platinum’s $50 Saks credit expires Dec. 31 — here are 6 items to buy
94The Points Guy Articles / 30min
With perks like elite hotel status and airport lounge access, the American Express Platinum Card® is one of TPG's favorite cards for frequent travelers. That's not all. The card also offers additional statement credits beyond travel perks, enhancing its value and offsetting the $895 annual fee (see rates and fees ). For instance, you can get up to $100 in Saks Fifth Avenue statement credits award
This LG Curved Gaming Monitor Is Over $500 Off Right Now
Lifehacker / 2min
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. At just under $1,460 on Amazon right now (down from $1,999.99), the LG 45GX950A-B Ultragear OLED is still a major investment, but a serious one for anyone who cares about pixel density, immersion, and future-proof display tech. LG 45GX950A-B Ultragear OLED Monitor $1,459.93
The White House wants to poach tech giants' best workers - new "Tech Force" looks to up the US government's tech skills
Latest from TechRadar / 3min
A number of private sector companies have already signed up to "Tech Force" US government tech talent acquisition scheme.
Avatar Fire and Ash review: Maybe it's time to sunset Pandora
Engadget / 11min
No matter what you think of James Cameron's Avatar movies, their technical ambitions are undeniable. Cameron developed his own camera system to shoot the first Avatar in 3D, but since most of the actors were digitally captured, he also had the freedom to construct scenes with a virtual camera after they were physically shot. For Avatar: The Way of Water , which arrived a whopping 13 years after t
Mercedes-Benz CLA first drive: Head of the EV class
Engadget / 11min
This one's been a long time coming. Mercedes-Benz has been researching, refining and even reshaping the car that would ultimately be the CLA for years now, teasing us with technical briefings and even showing off a sultry crimson concept car a full two years ago. That was the Concept CLA , and while the production CLA you see here doesn't look quite that good, it is a fine-looking little electric
Fallout Season 2 review: Viva New Vegas
Engadget / 11min
The follow-up to a successful debut is often harder to make than the first, and that goes double when the inspiration for a show comes from the most beloved installment of the underlying franchise . That's precisely the challenge Fallout season 2 is facing as the TV series shifts its stage to the irradiated lights of New Vegas when the series returns on December 16 at 9PM ET/6PM PT on Prime Video
American Giant Redesigns Its Iconic Classic Full Zip Hoodie
Wired / 11min
The refreshed Classic Full Zip hoodie uses a softer cotton fleece, but it’s still US-made. It’s the first major overhaul of American Giant’s most well-loved sweatshirt.
Microsoft is fixing a huge problem with a nifty Windows 11 security feature that polices app installations
Latest from TechRadar / 12min
Windows 11 has a powerful security feature you may not have heard of – and I'm glad to see Microsoft is fixing its most baffling drawback.
Avatar: Fire and Ash is just a flame-filled version of The Way of Water — are we ready to admit that the franchise is getting boring?
Latest from TechRadar / 12min
I'm tired of pretending films like Avatar: Fire and Ash are interesting just because their visual craft is impeccable... and we've seen this particular film before.
How To Complain To A Hotel, And Get The Best Outcome
72One Mile at a Time / 15min
In this post, I thought it would be interesting to share some tips for how to file a complaint with a hotel. Separately, I’ve written about how to complain to an airline , though the reality is that airlines and hotels are very different businesses. While airlines are in the transportation business, hotels are in the hospitality business, and that’s supposed to include providing good service. Tip
Adobe Firefly now supports prompt-based video editing, adds more third-party models
TechCrunch / 17min
Adobe is updating its AI video-generation app, Firefly, with a new video editor that supports precise prompt-based edits, as well as adding new third-party models for image and video generation, including Black Forest Labs' FLUX.2 and Topaz Astra.
‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Is Completely Insane in the Best Possible Way
Gizmodo / 18min
James Cameron's new film, starring Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldaña, Sigourney Weaver, and Stephen Lang, is in theaters December 19.
‘Fallout’ Season 2 Is a Slower, Smarter Follow-Up
Gizmodo / 18min
The sophomore season of Prime Video's smash-hit gaming adaptation doesn't fix what isn't broken, for better and occasionally worse.
How to get everyone to love your smart home as much as you do
How-To Geek / 19min
Not everyone is as excited about your smart home as you are. While automating devices and routines has its upsides, this is a nerdy hobby. For most, a functional home is all that really matters.
Has ‘Godzilla X Kong: Supernova’ Found Its Big New Villain?
Gizmodo / 25min
Plus, Nia DaCosta teases Dr. Kelson's 'quite weird' turn in '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple'.
China approves two level-3 autonomous EVs
Engadget / 26min
China has taken another step forward in the self-driving car market. The country's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has made its first approval for cars with level-3 autonomous driving capabilities. The two electric sedans come from state-owned automakers Changan Auto and BAIC Motor. The US National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) defines level-3 driving
Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic director Casey Hudson says not to worry, the game will be out before 2030 — 'Game will be out before then. I’m not getting any younger!'
Latest from TechRadar / 27min
Following speculation online, Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic director Casey Hudson has assured fans that the game will be released before 2030.
Hilton Honors New Member Bonus: 3,000 Bonus Points After Three Stays
100+One Mile at a Time / 29min
For quite some time now, Hilton Honors has been offering a bonus to new members who complete eligible activity. While this offer was supposed to expire at the end of 2025, it has now been extended by a few more months, though with updated terms. Admittedly this is pretty niche, as it’s only for those who aren’t yet members of the Hilton Honors program. New Hilton Honors members can earn 3,000 poi
Frontier Airlines announces CEO Barry Biffle's sudden departure
20The Points Guy Articles / 30min
There's a big — and abrupt — change coming to Frontier Airlines' management. Frontier said on Monday that airline president James Dempsey had been appointed as interim CEO, immediately replacing longtime chief Barry Biffle, who will remain with the airline for two weeks in an advisory capacity. A spokesperson for the airline declined to share any additional details surrounding Biffle's departure,
The Download: why 2025 has been the year of AI hype correction, and fighting GPS jamming
MIT Technology Review / 43min
This is today’s edition of The Download , our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. The great AI hype correction of 2025 Some disillusionment was inevitable. When OpenAI released a free web app called ChatGPT in late 2022, it changed the course of an entire industry—and several world economies. Millions of people started talking to their comp
There's no such thing as a beginner Linux distro (and there never will be)
How-To Geek / 48min
I can't count how many times I've seen articles titled "The X Best Linux Distros for Beginners" or some variation on that theme. That sounds appealing on the surface, especially for someone like me who once tried to compile a Linux kernel as a teenager in the early 2000s and just gave up after a few days!The thing is, the more I think about it, the less sense the whole idea of a "beginner" Linux
7 Reasons Windows Subsystem for Linux Works For Me
How-To Geek / 48min
Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL), when it first appeared, attracted attention and controversy when it first appeared. Here are the reasons why WSL makes sense for me as a Linux user on Windows.
Tetris takes to the skies – watch 2,800 drones create a playable version of the world’s favorite puzzle game over Dubai
Latest from TechRadar / 48min
Red Bull hosted a Tetris tournament brought to life by 2,800 illuminated drones.
Salesforce says it's OK with losing money on AI agents - for now
Latest from TechRadar / 55min
Customers love flat, seat-based AI agent pricing, so Salesforce sees great monetization opportunities ahead.
5 prompts to really get the most out of the new ChatGPT-5.2
Latest from TechRadar / 55min
ChatGPT-5.2’s improved reasoning, memory, and conversational control make it feel more like a helpful collaborator.
Waldorf Astoria Luxury Compound Opening In Marbella, Spain… In 2029
One Mile at a Time / 58min
Hilton has just officially announced its newest luxury property that’s in the pipeline, and it’s a cool one, though we’ll have to be patient. Waldorf Astoria brand coming to Spain in 2029 The Waldorf Astoria Marbella is expected to open in 2029, in Spain’s Malaga Province, along the Mediterranean coastline. This is thanks to a management agreement with Higuerón Developments, and it will be the gl
Denver City Council Blocks Airport Lease To Punish ICE Deportation Flights — Now Trump Administration Can Pull Federal Funding
View from the Wing / 59min
Denver’s city council just voted to deny an airport lease because it didn’t like the airline’s ICE deportation work — a move that looks like unjust discrimination under the FAA grant assurances tied to federal airport funding. The vote doesn’t kick the carrier out, but it creates an obvious opening for the Trump administration to intervene through the FAA compliance process and put Denver’s feder
Vodafone's new smart home router can even tell you when your family gets home
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
'Who's Home' turns Vodafone's Ultra Hub 7 into a home security tool to check who's connected to the network.
The 6 best Christmas movies I’m streaming on Disney Plus, Prime Video and more this December
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
These are the best 6 Christmas movies ever made. Disagree? Have your say in our poll.
Nuclear startup Last Energy raises $100M for its steel-encased micro reactor
20TechCrunch / 1h
Last Energy will use the funds to build its 5 megawatt pilot reactor in Texas, which it hopes to turn on next year.
The sedan owners keep for years because it rarely needs repairs
How-To Geek / 1h
If you’re buying a new car and plan to keep it for a while, reliability is probably high on your checklist. That’s especially true in the midsize sedan space, where buyers expect low running costs, solid efficiency, and minimal maintenance headaches.
Divinity: Original Sin 2 for modern consoles is free for old fans
Engadget / 1h
The definitive version of Divinity: Original Sin 2 , the sequel to Original Sin first released back in 2017, is now available for the PS5, Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox X|S. The role-playing game was developed by Larian Studios, the same company that developed Baldur’s Gate 3 . To be clear, the game’s new release isn’t a remake or even a remaster — it’s just a port for new consoles so that old and n
Looking for a cheap coffee maker? I'm a trained barista and these are my three top recommendations
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
The cost of takeout coffee has rocketed, so pick up one of these excellent budget brewers and save cash by making your own at home.
The Pokémon TCG Mega Venusaur ex Premium Collection is over $30 cheaper at TCGplayer vs. Amazon
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $31.60: Pokémon TCG's Mega Venusaur ex Premium Collection is just $46.39 at TCGplayer , a massive $31.60 less than Amazon's current price tag of $77.99 . Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Mega Venusaur ex Premium Collection $46.39 at TCGplayer $77.99 Save $31.60 You can't beat that feeling of trust when buying from an online retailer you know. Amazon is a solid example thanks
The Pokémon TCG Lugia ex & Latios ex Premium Collection is $36.33 cheaper at TCGplayer vs. Amazon
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $36.33: The Lugia ex & Latios ex Premium Collection is $62.99 on TCGplayer . That's $36.33 cheaper than Amazon's current $99.32 listing , showing the sorry state of big box retailer inflated pricing. Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Lugia ex & Latios ex Premium Collection $62.99 at TCGplayer $99.32 Save $36.33 Pokémon TCG has a pricing problem in 2025, and it's not just scal
The Pokémon TCG Destined Rivals Booster Bundle is down to market value right now at Amazon
Mashable / 1h
MARKET VALUE: Pokémon TCG's Destined Rivals Booster Bundle is currently $58.29 on Amazon , which is down to market value when compared to TCGplayer listings starting at $58.49 . Opens in a new window Credit: The Pokémon Company Destined Rivals Booster Bundle $58.29 at Amazon $65.88 Save $7.59 Destined Rivals is the best-looking set to collect in the Scarlet and Violet era, in my opinion. While Jo
Score extra seasonal savings on iBUYPOWERs RDY Prebuilt PCs with this coupon code
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: iBUYPOWER is offering an an extra discount on any RDY Prebuilt PC with code 12DEALS . This is part of its 12 Deals of Christmas promotion that's running until Dec. 24. Opens in a new window Credit: iBUYPOWER iBUYPOWER 12 Deals of Christmas: Save extra with 12DEALS 'Tis the season to treat yourself to some sleek new tech for the holidays. If a PC upgrade has been on your mind, iBUYPOWER is
NYT Pips hints, answers for December 16, 2025
Mashable / 1h
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
Google Maps just got a big upgrade for your skiing trip – and it’s all thanks to a backlash from snowsports lovers
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Ski trails, lodge markers, and lifts have returned to Google Maps – and these are the resorts that are currently available to view.
Rockstar says that the IWGB union 'have no idea who was in this Discord' as the GTA 6 developer continues to claim that the firings of former devs were over leaks of 'specific game features'
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Rockstar Games has once again addressed accusations of union-busting from the Independent Workers Union of Great Britain (IWGB), claiming that it fired over 30 Grand Theft Auto 6 developers for sharing company secrets in a Discord channel.
Flash sale — get $35 off a refurbished PS5 at Back Market for a limited time
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Refurbished retailer Back Market is offering an additional $35 off PlayStation 5 consoles for a limited time.
'We've got to stop the panic' – Sapphire pushes for calm on RAM crisis fears and predicts price stability next year
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
RAM prices are skyrocketing due to the current AI boom, but Sapphire's PR manager encourages consumers to stay calm and avoid panic buying.
Why it’s time to reset our expectations for AI
MIT Technology Review / 1h
Can I ask you a question: How do you feel about AI right now? Are you still excited? When you hear that OpenAI or Google just dropped a new model, do you still get that buzz? Or has the shine come off it, maybe just a teeny bit? Come on, you can be honest with me. Truly, I feel kind of stupid even asking the question, like a spoiled brat who has too many toys at Christmas. AI is mind-blowing. It’
Hollow Knight: Silksong's upcoming DLC pack will be free for all players
21Engadget / 1h
One of 2025's splashiest games, Hollow Knight: Silksong , is getting its first major DLC expansion, developer Team Cherry announced in a blog post . The nautically-themed Sea of Sorrow update will come to the moody Metroidvania some time in 2026, and better still, it will be free for all players. The DLC will include "new areas, bosses, tools and more," the developer wrote. There aren't a lot of
The Anker Laptop Power Bank soothed my (self-inflicted) battery anxiety
Engadget / 1h
For the longest time, I refused to upgrade my work-issued MacBook. I was leery of the hassle, and would much rather hang on to an aging Intel-powered laptop than have to transfer files, set up apps and sign in to accounts all over again. What did it matter if my notebook barely lasted long enough to cover an iPhone launch? My petty brain blamed it all on external factors (like being forced to use
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for December 16, 2025
Mashable / 1h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you know your defunct football. 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
Ofcom says it’s investigating Three and BT to see if they ‘failed’ customers during this year’s big outages
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
The BT, EE, and Three networks collapsed to such an extent in June and July that regulators are getting involved.
I asked AI to help me stop being a Grinch this Christmas — and it actually gave good advice
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
With Christmas on the horizon, I'm stressed about the holidays not living up to my expectations – maybe AI can help
The Morning After: Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy
Engadget / 2h
iRobot, the company that brought robotic vacuum cleaners to homes and popular culture, has filed for bankruptcy . It plans to sell all assets to its primary supplier, the Chinese company Picea Robotics. Investors “will experience a total loss and not receive recovery on their investment” if the deal is approved, iRobot said. The company didn’t discuss how the move might affect its employees in th
South Korea President Orders Seoul’s Main Airport to Search Every Book for Hidden Cash — CEO Says It Would Paralyze Travel [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 2h
News and notes from around the interweb: The President of South Korea is demanding that all bags get manually searched at Seoul Incheon airport because people might hide money in books, and apparently the small amounts of cash that could be involved are a government priority or something? This would melt down air travel, and be really bad prioritization – you do risk-based searches not blanket on
Aluminium OS: Everything We Know About the Chromebook Successor
Wired / 2h
Google has officially acknowledged the upcoming merger of Android and Chromebooks, and it may be coming in 2026.
The UPerfect Delta Max touchscreen monitor offers so much potential, but I found it wasn’t quite as straightforward as it should have been in my tests
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Stuck for space? Then these dual-stacked monitors offer a decent amount of screen real estate while taking up minimal desk space.
Everbloom built an AI to turn chicken feathers into cashmere
22TechCrunch / 2h
Everbloom has also developed a chemical process to transform waste fibers and feathers into upcycled materials that resemble everything from polyester to cashmere.
5 Years Later, AirPods Max Feel as Bougie as Ever
Gizmodo / 2h
With a price that will make you cry iPhone-sized tears, the AirPods Max still feel like one of the best status symbols you can buy.
‘It: Welcome to Derry’ Creators Lift the Lid on That Not-So-Surprising Finale Cameo
Gizmodo / 2h
The Stephen King adaptation wrapped up its first season Sunday night on HBO with a little slice of fan service.
7 IKEA Zigbee smart home gadgets to buy before they’re gone
How-To Geek / 2h
IKEA is in a transitional period from Zigbee smart devices to those that use Matter over Thread. New products are already making their way into stores, so if you want to grab a few older versions, now is the time to do so.
NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for December 16, 2025
Mashable / 2h
The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times ' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe. With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it. So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustr
Cathay Pacific Now Offers Free Wi-Fi For Most Premium Passengers
500+One Mile at a Time / 2h
Over the past couple of years, Cathay Pacific has progressively been rolling out free Wi-Fi to more and more passengers. The airline has now made yet another group of passengers eligible for free Wi-Fi , so let’s go over the details. If you’re traveling in a premium cabin or have status in Cathay Pacific’s loyalty program, odds are that you’re entitled to free Wi-Fi. Cathay Pacific passengers eli
The first teaser for Avengers: Doomsday has leaked online — and it contains a massive spoiler about the new Marvel movie
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Marvel is fighting to keep details about Avengers: Doomsday's four teasers under wraps after a major leak.
The top-rated AirPods Pro 2 drop to a super-low price in Back Market's limited-time flash sale
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
The Apple AirPods Pro 2 are perfect for Apple users and now you can own a refurbished pair for just $135.
A whole host of DualSense PS5 controller color variants are still on offer, with huge savings in the UK and US for the Holiday season
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
These PS5 DualSense deals aren't to be missed. Get heavy discounts in the US and the UK, on a whole host of color variants.
Marathon will launch in March 2026 at $40 and will include a roadmap of free gameplay updates
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Bungie has shared new details about its long-awaited extraction shooter Marathon. The game will now be released in March 2026 for $40.
So long Google dark web report – I’d never even heard of you
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Google is shutting down its dark web report tool, but I doubt it will be missed.
The days of the em dash being a ChatGPT giveaway are over — it’s time to bring it back
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
AWS CEO Matt Garman Doesn’t Think AI Should Replace Junior Devs
Wired / 2h
The head of Amazon Web Services has big plans to offer AI tools to businesses, but says that replacing coders with AI is “a non-starter for anyone who’s trying to build a long-term company.”
Using grep: 5 game-changing command examples
How-To Geek / 2h
The Linux grep command is a powerful search tool. From my experience, I’ve realized that most of the power I get from it comes from just a handful of options. These are the ones I reach for constantly to make searching through files feel fast and focused.
Negotiations over US-UK tech deal stall
BBC News / 2h
When the partnership was unveiled in September the UK government said it would "shape the futures of millions of people"
Seth Meyers pays tribute to Rob Reiner, slams Trump for his post
40Mashable / 2h
Seth Meyers dedicated a slot on Monday's Late Night show to join the many stars of the film and TV industry in paying tribute to Rob Reiner and his wife Michele , who were found dead at their home on Sunday. Like Jimmy Kimmel , Meyers also had a response to Donald Trump, whose post about Reiner on Truth Social has been widely criticised . "I feared this was something he was going to do, and I was
This week's camera deals are even better than Black Friday — Nikon, Sony, Canon, and others are at record-low prices
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
B&H Photo and Adorama have excellent last-minute camera deals this week, including prices that are even lower than Black Friday – in some cases.
HyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless review: A wireless headset with great audio
How-To Geek / 3h
The HyperX Cloud Alpha 2 Wireless delivers excellent audio quality and an effective base station designed for gamers. Offering three ways to connect (2.4Ghz, Bluetooth, and wired), this headset is as versatile as it is sleek. While it isn't perfect, it gets close.
Adam Scott’s ‘Hokum’ Teaser Is the Freakiest 40 Seconds You’ll See All Day
Gizmodo / 3h
The 'Severance' star dives into supernatural horror in the next film from 'Oddity' director Damien McCarthy; it hits theaters May 1.
Solo VC and Lovable investor Neil Murray raises third Nordic-focused fund
TechCrunch / 3h
The Nordic Web closes $6M Fund III.
The Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is under $20 — act fast to save $16
Mashable / 3h
SAVE $16: As of Dec. 16, the Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is on sale for $18.99. That's a 46% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV Stick HD $18.99 at Amazon $34.99 Save $16.00 The Amazon Fire TV Stick HD is back on sale at Amazon, and if you're wanting to upgrade your streaming device before Christmas , now is the time. As of Dec. 16, you can save $16 with th
Save $40 on the Amazon Fire TV 2-Series ahead of Christmas
Mashable / 3h
SAVE $40: As of Dec. 16, the Amazon Fire TV 2-Series is on sale for $109.99 at Amazon. That's a 27% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV 2-Series $109.99 at Amazon $149.99 Save $40.00 Looking to upgrade your TV in time for Christmas ? You still have time, because as of Dec. 16, there's a great deal on the Fire TV 2-Series at Amazon. The 32-inch model is
The Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 earbuds just got a $40 discount at Amazon
Mashable / 3h
SAVE $40: As of Dec. 16, the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 are on sale for $139.95 at Amazon. That's a 22% discount on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Shokz Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 $139.95 at Amazon $179.95 Save $40 If you're still on the hunt for the perfect Christmas gift for the runner in your life, take a look at this latest Amazon deal on the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 . This pair of bone conductin
Aura Frame Sale (2025): From Aura Carver to Aura Ink
Wired / 3h
Aura’s digital photo frames outshine the competition left and right, and you can score them on sale this holiday season.
Is OpenAI Entering Its Acquisition Era?
Gizmodo / 3h
The company just announced a major corporate development hire.
French government hit by cyberattack - Interior Ministry confirms email systems hit
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Speculation rises over the identity and motives of unknown hackers.
How to watch Australia vs England on Sling TV: live stream Ashes 3rd Test cricket
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
All the ways to watch the 3rd Ashes Test at Adelaide on Sling from anywhere in the world as England face a must-win match against Australia in the cricket.
How to watch Knicks vs. Spurs in the NBA Cup final online for free
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: Live stream New York Knicks vs. San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Cup for free with a 30-day trial of Amazon Prime . Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The NBA Cup final is finally here, and no, it doesn't involve the Oklahoma City Thunder. They were dumped out at the semi-final stage by Wemby's San Antonio Spurs , setting up a final showdown with the New
Scientists suspect this scorched alien planet with a sunlike star has air
Mashable / 3h
NASA ’s James Webb Space Telescope has found the strongest evidence yet that a small, rocky planet outside our solar system has air, even though it orbits precariously close to its star. The exoplanet , called TOI-561 b, is less than 1.5 times as wide as Earth and circles its star in less than 11 hours. That's so close — less than 1 million miles away from it in space — one side always faces the
Save on refurbished Apple and gaming tech in Back Markets 72-hour flash sale
Mashable / 3h
TL;DR: From Dec. 16-18, Back Market is running a 72-hour flash sale on a wide range of refurbished tech. Mashable readers can enjoy limited promo codes on select refurbished Apple and gaming devices. The best deals from the Back Market 72-hour Flash Sale Best Apple Watch Series 9 Deal Apple Watch Series 9 $15 off at Back Market Best Apple Watch Series 10 Deal Apple Watch Series 10 $20 off at Back
Show your PC some love with this $30 Microsoft Office license
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TL;DR: Spoil your PC this holiday season with this Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 for Windows license , now just $29.97 (reg. $229). Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Office Professional Plus 2019 for Windows $29.97 $229 Save $199.03 Don’t forget about yourself this holiday season. You may not have enough left in the gifting budget for a new computer, but you can spruce u
This AI tool is a content creator’s best friend, and now it’s just $60 for life
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TL;DR: Creatives can get a leg up with this lifetime subscription to the AI Magicx Rune Plan , now only $59.97 (reg. $972) through Jan. 11. Opens in a new window Credit: AI Magicx AI Magicx: Lifetime Subscription (Rune Plan) $59.97 $972 Save $912.03 If you’re a creative, you know how hard it is to keep the creative juices flowing every day. If you could use a little assistance in this department,
How to watch Troy vs. Jackson State online for free
Mashable / 3h
Want to watch college football this season? Here are your best options: BEST FOR ESPN ESPN Unlimited $29.99 per month for 1 year (save $15) Best for Fox and Big Ten Fox One 7-day free trial, then $199.99 per year (save $39.89) BEST FOR SINGLE GAME FuboTV 7-day free trial, then $54.99/month for 1 month (save $30) Best for channels Hulu + Live TV 3-day free trial, then $76.99/month Best for afforda
Review: The Beats Powerbeats Fit are mid-range buds unconvincingly disguised as high-end buds
Mashable / 3h
The Beats Powerbeats Fit are a perplexing release. They’re essentially a sequel to one of the best wireless earbuds ever made, the Fit Pro , yet come with a less powerful processor and a misleading name that has people confusing them for the flagship Powerbeats Pro 2 . Outstanding active noise cancellation, sound, and wearability serve the buds well. Unfortunately, there aren’t enough upgrades to
Team Cherry details Hollow Knight: Silksong expansion and a Switch 2 Edition of the original Hollow Knight
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Hollow Knight: Silksong's first expansion — Sea of Sorrow — is coming next year alongside a Switch 2 Edition of the original game. Here's what you need to know.
Quantum navigation could solve the military’s GPS jamming problem
27MIT Technology Review / 4h
In late September, a Spanish military plane carrying the country’s defense minister to a base in Lithuania was reportedly the subject of a kind of attack —not by a rocket or anti-aircraft rounds, but by radio transmissions that jammed its GPS system. The flight landed safely, but it was one of thousands that have been affected by a far-reaching Russian campaign of GPS interference since the 2022
Senators Investigate Role of A.I. Data Centers in Rising Electricity Costs
NYT > Technology / 4h
Three Democrats are seeking information from tech firms about the growing energy use of data centers and the utility bills of individuals and other businesses.
CEOs Want to Keep Pouring Money Into AI, Despite Weak Returns: Survey
Gizmodo / 4h
Most executives say their AI projects aren’t delivering returns, but nearly 70% still plan to spend more next year.
The OnePlus Turbo has been teased – and it might include an astonishingly big battery
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
OnePlus has announced the OnePlus Turbo line, highlighting strong performance and battery life.
I've been using Dyson's new ultra-light vacuum for two weeks – these are the pros and cons so far
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Dyson shrank down all this vacuum's insides and squeezed them into the handle – so what's it like to use?
Bondi Beach mass shooting GoFundMe campaigns raise almost $2 million
Mashable / 5h
GoFundMe has launched a centralised hub of verified fundraisers for victims of the Bondi Beach mass shooting , Australia's deadliest such attack in 30 years. Sixteen people were killed in the shooting, including one of the two gunmen, while over 40 more were injured. SEE ALSO: Grok spread misinformation about the Bondi Beach shooting On Sunday afternoon, two gunmen opened fire at a Hanukkah celeb
Dyson's new wet floor cleaner improves on the last one in these 3 big ways – I can't wait to try it properly
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
The Clean+Wash Hygiene might be the lightest, most hands-off cleaner on the market.
British Airways Club Avios Devaluation: At Least There’s No Gaslighting!
22One Mile at a Time / 5h
A couple of weeks ago, the British Airways Club loyalty program announced plans for a devaluation. With the changes now being live, I’d like to go over the details (and acknowledge how I find the announcement about the changes to be oddly refreshing)… British Airways Club increases award costs across the board British Airways Club has just implemented a devaluation to award pricing. For what it’s
Want to run and train an LLM model locally? I found the Minisforum MS-S1 Max mini PC to be an affordable option in my tests
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
This is no normal mini PC, as the price highlights, but the power and expansion options offer serious potential.
Longtime Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle Departs Suddenly: Puzzling Move?
One Mile at a Time / 7h
Frontier Airlines’ longtime CEO is leaving the company on short notice. While the (historically) ultra low cost carrier isn’t exactly doing well financially, I’m a bit surprised by this news, and in particular, the timing. Frontier replaces Barry Biffle with James Dempsey Frontier Airlines CEO Barry Biffle is stepping down from his role effective immediately, though he’ll remain with the company
Hurdle hints and answers for December 16, 2025
Mashable / 8h
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
I replaced my Belkin charger with this Anker station, and I won't go back
How-To Geek / 9h
When it comes to charging my devices, I want everything to be the fastest and most convenient possible. At one point, I even 3D printed my own MagSafe mounts to help with charging my iPhone at my desk, but when I got Anker’s new Prime Wireless Charging Station , it solved every power problem I had at my desk.
Production Ready Tesla Cybercab With No Steering Wheel or Pedals
Next Big Future / 9h
The production ready Tesla Cybercab with no steering wheel or pedals will start production in about 4 months. This shows that the updates to Tesla FSD are ready. Building billions of dollars of cybercab that can only be for unsupervised robotaxi driving.
Ford Cancels the All Electric F-150 Lightning — Tesla EV Competition is Going
Next Big Future / 10h
For years all the Tesla haters would talk about how EV competition was coming for Tesla. Now Ford is cancelling the F-150 Lightning and it will be replaced with an extended range hybrid. Ford CEO Jim Farley: “Instead of plowing billions into the future knowing these large EVs will never make money, we are pivoting.” ... Read more
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for December 16, 2025
Mashable / 10h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you're a film buff. 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 hint
NYT Strands hints, answers for December 16, 2025
Mashable / 10h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you're a good judge of character. 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
Wordle today: Answer, hints for December 16, 2025
Mashable / 10h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you're constantly changing. 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 Conne
Google is retiring its free dark web monitoring tool next year
Engadget / 11h
Google will stop sending out dark web reports starting early next year, as it shuts down the free tool that can tell you if your personal information has appeared on the seedy underbelly of the internet. The tool used to be exclusively available to Google One subscribers until the company opened it up to everyone in mid-2024. If you switch it on, you’ll receive a notification whenever your name,
Internet traffic grew 19% in 2025, Google remains king
Mashable / 12h
Global internet traffic grew 19 percent this year. That's according to Cloudflare, which just released its "Cloudflare Radar 2025 Year in Review" report, a look-back on the year in online behavior. As more
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