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The Plane That Crashed Yesterday Was the Same One a Dead Boeing Whistleblower Warned About
300+Gizmodo / 7h
Critics of Boeing have long expressed criticisms of the 787 Dreamliner and the company's standards.
Singapore KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes Sale: 30% Off Awards
2KOne Mile at a Time / 19h
Singapore Airlines offers its KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes promo, whereby you can get significant savings on award tickets in select regions. This is a fantastic opportunity to save on award flights on one of the world’s best airlines . There are several opportunities to save miles on tickets in economy, premium economy, and business class, including some options for travel to and from North Ame
'No Kings’ Protests, Citizen-Run ICE Trackers Trigger Intelligence Warnings
400+Wired / 7h
Army intelligence analysts are monitoring civilian-made ICE tracking tools, treating them as potential threats, as immigration protests spread nationwide.
Could Apple’s new Workout Buddy get me running consistently again? Here’s why I’m so excited about it
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5min
The Apple Watch’s fitness features have been getting consistently more impressive in recent years, between new running metrics, the recent addition of Training Load, and integrations with third-party apps such as TrainingPeaks . And yet, despite these advanced tools at my fingertips and as someone who tests the best Apple Watches as part of my job, I’m still lacking in the running department. Aft
Would you buy your child a ChatGPT‑powered Barbie? I’m queasy at the prospect of a real‑life Small Soldiers scenario
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Mattel is partnering with OpenAI to build AI‑powered toys, which might lead to some amazing fun, but also sounds like the premise for a million stories of things going wrong. To be clear, I don't think AI is going to end the world. I've used ChatGPT in a million ways, including as an aide for activities as a parent. AI has helped me brainstorm bedtime stories and design coloring books, among othe
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for June 14, 2025
Mashable / 1h
Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle. If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you
NYT Strands hints, answers for June 14
Mashable / 1h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of
Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 14, 2025
Mashable / 1h
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle . As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Su
OpenAI has upgraded ChatGPT’s Projects feature, and I find it makes working way more efficient
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
OpenAI has upgraded ChatGPT's Projects feature to remember past chats, tone preferences, and files Projects now offers deep research, voice mode, mobile file uploads, and more OpenAI wants Projects to function more like smart workspaces than one-off chats ChatGPT's Projects feature has been a useful way to organize conversations with the AI chatbot since it debuted, but it has had its limitations
Gigabyte jumps on lucrative AI bandwagon with Threadripper-powered workstation, but oddly claims it is a gaming PC
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 3h
Gigabyte's AI TOP 500 TRX50 is a desktop built for AI developers working on massive LLMs Older Threadripper CPU included but motherboard supports newer upgrades GeForce RTX 5090 GPU paired with software for model tuning Gigabyte has quietly launched the AI TOP 500 TRX50 , a high-end system aimed at developers working on AI models and advanced multimodal tasks. The machine is powered by AMD’s 24-c
Ahead of Protests, Waymo Scales Back Robotaxi Service Nationwide
Wired / 3h
A week after five robot cars were burned in Los Angeles, the Google sister company isn’t taking risks.
This New ‘Superman’ Spot Tells Us the Movie’s Gonna Cut to the Chase About Clark and Lois
50Gizmodo / 4h
James Gunn's Man of Steel soars into theaters this summer.
The Best ‘Final Fantasy’ References in Its Huge ‘Magic: The Gathering’ Crossover
Gizmodo / 5h
The big 'Final Fantasy' and 'Magic' crossover set hits stores today, and is jam-packed with flavorful nods to video gaming history.
35,000 solar PV devices hit by dozens of vulnerabilities and weaknesses: is yours one of them?
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 5h
Forescout report finds many vulnerable solar devices run outdated firmware with known exploits active in the wild Europe holds 76% of all exposed solar power devices, with Germany and Greece particularly at risk SolarView Compact exposure jumped 350% in two years, and it's already linked to cybercrime The rapid growth of solar energy adoption worldwide has sparked renewed concerns about cybersecu
Limited-Time VPN Deal: Get 76% Off NordVPN + Up to $50 in Amazon Gift Cards
Gizmodo / 5h
Don’t wait any longer, now’s the perfect time to get a VPN like NordVPN with the new deal they just launched!
New York passes a bill to prevent AI-fueled disasters
47TechCrunch / 5h
New York has a new AI safety bill that tries to regulate frontier AI models from OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic.
Puzzled Trump Says He Has No Idea Why Musk Supported Him in the First Place
Futurism / 5h
President Donald Trump has once again said the quiet part out loud . During a signing ceremony for a trio of bills blocking California's new emissions standards and pro-electric vehicle push, the president admitted that he had been surprised when his bestie-turned-sparring partner Elon Musk worked to get him elected. "I used to say I'm amazed that he's endorsing me because that can't be good for
Global Entry application wait times in 2025: How long does it take?
The Points Guy / 5h
It’s been a frustrating few years for travelers applying to Global Entry , the fast-track airport service that helps passengers speed through passport control after an international flight. First came the COVID-19 pandemic, which fueled a huge backlog of applicants waiting to schedule an in-person interview — a requirement to join the program, which is operated by U.S. Customs and Border Protecti
How to choose a hotel credit card
45The Points Guy / 5h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. A hotel credit card is a travel rewards card that helps you earn free nights, discounts and even elite status at popular hotel chains. Having one of these cards in your wallet can bring you closer to your next vacation. Let’s review the best hotel credit cards currently available and discuss what to consid
I Tried The American Airlines $16 Steak Sandwich In Coach—It Was Sweaty, Soggy, And Gross
View from the Wing / 5h
I shared a galley photo of the $16 steak sandwich which is more of a roast beef. And I finally had the chance to try it this week. Continue reading ...
Apple's Haptic F1 Movie Trailer Is Cool—But What's the Point?
How-To Geek / 6h
I guess it's hard to get attention for your movie these days, with the competition in both cinemas and on streaming channels hotter than ever. So what did Apple do to help promote F1: The Movie? They made a movie trailer that buzzes in your hands.
Why I Would Choose a Steam Deck Over a Nintendo Switch 2
Lifehacker / 6h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. After spending about a week with the Nintendo Switch 2 , I have to admit that it’s a good console. It’s priced fairly for its sleek form factor and the performance it offers, and it sets Nintendo up to stay relevant while gaming graphics only continue to get more complex. And yet, for my own personal tastes, it’s still not my handheld of choice. I
23andMe founder Anne Wojcicki will regain control of embattled DNA company after all
Engadget / 6h
In a surprise twist, 23andMe founder and former CEO Anne Wojcicki is set to regain control of the DNA company's assets, according to a press release from 23andMe. In May, a company called Regeneron bought 23andMe for $256 million in a bankruptcy auction, but Wojcicki's nonprofit, TTAM Research Institute, was able to reopen bidding with an "unsolicited offer" of $305 million, The Wall Street Journ
Clay secures a new round at a $3B valuation, sources say
20TechCrunch / 6h
The sales automation startup doubles its valuation a month after launching a tender offer at $1.5 billion.
New details emerge on Meta’s $14.3B deal for Scale
32TechCrunch / 6h
Meta’s deal to sort-of but not really acquire AI startup Scale, giving it 49% ownership, is certainly unusual.
AMD made key acquisitions to close the widening gap between its Instinct GPUs and Nvidia's Blackwell accelerators - but will it be enough?
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
AMD is aggressively acquiring talent to bridge the Instinct and Blackwell GPU performance gap Brium’s compiler expertise could help AMD accelerate inference without hardware-specific dependencies Untether AI's team joins AMD, but existing customers are left without product support AMD’s recent moves in the AI sector have centered around strategic acquisitions aimed at strengthening its position i
Watch Out for Malicious Unsubscribe Links
Lifehacker / 6h
In addition to the flood of spam texts you receive on a daily basis, your email inbox is likely filled with newsletters, promotions, and other messages that you don't care to read and perhaps don't know why you receive. But you shouldn't just start clicking unsubscribe links, which may open you up to certain cybersecurity risks. Email unsubscribe links may be malicious While email unsubscribe lin
YouTube Is the Most Valuable Streaming Services—So Why Don't People Want to Pay For It?
How-To Geek / 6h
YouTube is one of the most interesting things to come out of the whole internet thing. It's basically like community TV, but with a global reach. Anyone can upload content to YouTube, and it changes the whole balance of power when it comes to video content.
All the Kookiest Things to Remember About ‘Wednesday’ Before Season 2
Gizmodo / 6h
In honor of Friday the 13th, here's what you need to remember from season one before Wednesday returns to Netflix in August.
The Manosphere Is at War With Itself Over Israel’s Strike on Iran
Gizmodo / 6h
The online brotherhood built on dominance and certainty is fracturing fast over real-world war.
Watching This Humanoid Robot Sort Packages Is Quite Something
27Futurism / 6h
Package Deal Earlier this year, humanoid robotics company Figure showed off its Figure 02 robot using a sophisticated visual language system called Helix to sort packages at a logistics warehouse. Footage showed a small army of the humanoid robots deftly picking up packages of various sizes, shapes, and hardnesses, and manipulating their orientation. Just three months later, the company has publi
I Tried The American Airlines $19 Steak Sandwich In Coach—It Was Sweaty, Soggy, And Gross
View from the Wing / 6h
I shared a galley photo of the $19 steak sandwich which is more of a roast beef. And I finally had the chance to try it this week. Continue reading ...
GameStop class-action settlement: How to get your free $10 GameStop voucher
Mashable / 7h
If you received a GameStop settlement email, then you may be entitled to compensation. Just manage your expectations — this isn't a get-rich-quick type of opportunity. GameStop has been a savior recently. For many of us, the gaming-centric retailer was a means to snag the coveted Nintendo Switch 2 . They also gave the best trade-in offer for those of us who were ready to part with the older conso
Those Investment Ads on Facebook Are Scams
Lifehacker / 7h
Investment scams aren't anything new: Bad actors have long used pump-and-dump tactics to hype stocks or cryptocurrencies, preying on emotions like fear and greed. And who wouldn't want big—or even steady—returns on their money, especially amidst tariffs and other economic turmoil ? Scammers are currently capitalizing on this with fraudulent Facebook ads to lure users into handing over large sums
Silver Airways Not Paying Employees What They’re Owed, Offers 45%
49One Mile at a Time / 7h
A couple of days ago, Florida-based turboprop operator Silver Airways ceased operations , months after it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection . While the company initially claimed it would emerge stronger than ever before, in the end, the carrier was liquidated, and its limited assets were sold to another party at a low cost. The saddest part of this situation is for employees — not just f
Meta's Ray-Ban Smart Glasses Are Currently a Neat $60 Off
How-To Geek / 7h
Smart glasses are a concept that's not really popular yet, but while we wait for fancy AR glasses, things like the Meta Ray-Bans are here to tide us over. If you've been eyeing one, it's now the perfect time to get it.
Researchers discover 40,000 private webcams exposed online: how to secure yours now
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 7h
Default passwords and outdated firmware are turning your home camera into a public livestream, report warns Thousands of exposed webcams are offering a front-row seat into private and corporate life A simple web browser is all it takes to peek into 40,000 unsecured camera feeds Thousands of internet-connected webcams , intended to enhance safety and convenience, are now unintentionally offering a
RIP, Dyson air-purifying headphones that no one asked for
Mashable / 7h
Wow, Dyson discontinued its Age of Ultron -looking air-purifying headphones? That's crazy. No one ever could have predicted that they'd be too ridiculous to catch on. Dyson is informally recognized as the final boss in product categories like cordless stick vacuums , hair dryers , and air purifying fans. And every so often, Dyson attempts to further capitalize on that expertise with spinoff produ
How to Repurpose an Old or Unsupported Chromebook
How-To Geek / 7h
In case you didn't know, every Chromebook has an AUE or Auto Update Expiration date. After this date, your Chromebook will keep working, but it will no longer receive software support or updates.
These VA Tech scientists are building a better fog harp
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
A fog harp prototype collects water vapor. Credit: Virginia Tech Arid coastal regions that are also prone to fog are prime locations for fog-harvesting devices as a water source, especially during prolonged droughts. But the standard technology is prone to clogging. Scientists at Virginia Tech have created an improved version of their earlier "fog harp" alternative design to address that issue, a
Google can now generate a fake AI podcast of your search results
Ars Technica - All content / 7h
NotebookLM is undoubtedly one of Google's best implementations of generative AI technology, giving you the ability to explore documents and notes with a Gemini AI model. Last year, Google added the ability to generate so-called "audio overviews" of your source material in NotebookLM. Now, Google has brought those fake AI podcasts to search results as a test. Instead of clicking links or reading t
Pixar Is Channeling the Kitty Hit ‘Flow’ for Its 2027 Release
30Gizmodo / 7h
'Gatto,' from 'Luca' director Enrico Casarosa, follows an Italian cat and is coming summer 2027.
You Can Tell When War Is Breaking Out Because the Pentagon's Pizza Orders Spike Drastically
46Futurism / 7h
Pizza Premonition A flurry of activity at pizza delivery outlets near the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, is a surprisingly accurate predictor of war, as hungry military leadership hunkers down to monitor unfolding military activities. As painstakingly documented by X account Pentagon Pizza Report, a "busier than usual" indicator on the Google Maps profile of the Domino's in Arlington has been a
PSA: You Don't Need a Switch 2 to Play Console Games With a Mouse
How-To Geek / 8h
Everyone's excited about the Switch 2 (myself included) and one of the coolest features are the included mouse sensors in the new Joy Cons.
First look: The St. Regis Cap Cana delivers a la carte luxury in the land of all-inclusives
The Points Guy / 8h
The Punta Cana area of the Dominican Republic is known for its vast array of all-inclusive resorts , but this year, Marriott is changing the game with the shiny new St. Regis Cap Cana Resort . The now-open 200-room resort is an architectural stunner and design lover’s dream, with multiple restaurants and bars, family-friendly pools, adults-only spaces, a beautiful spa, and classic St. Regis ritua
Your Questions in the Meta AI App Might Be Posted Publicly
Lifehacker / 8h
I never thought I'd download Meta AI on my iPhone. After all, people have been mad for over a year that you can't turn off Meta AI on Facebook and Instagram : Why would you want a dedicated app for this? Then, I saw the headlines from TechCrunch , Wired , and Business Insider , among many others, that sharply criticize the app's approach to privacy and security. That's because Meta AI isn't Meta'
Hilton Honors American Express Aspire card review: Premium perks for Hilton loyalists
The Points Guy / 8h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card overview The Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card is a premium hotel credit card loaded with top-tier benefits. Key perks include complimentary Hilton Diamond elite status , bonus points on Hilton stays and incredibly valuable statement credits. This card is
Is Hilton Honors Cutting Late Check-Out Benefit For Members?
One Mile at a Time / 8h
Or I guess to rephrase the question, can you cut something that you never really offered? 😉 Hilton Honors removes mention of late check-out benefit LoyaltyLobby flags how Hilton Honors has updated the benefits matrix on its website, stating the benefits for various membership tiers. You’ll notice that unlike before, there’s no longer any mention of late check-out being a benefit. Hilton Honors m
Trump Regime Wants to Make Approvals Easier for Tesla’s Mythical Cybercab
Gizmodo / 8h
But Elon Musk still needs to deliver the Cybercab before any of that can happen.
We May Be a Step Closer to Seeing the Original ‘Star Wars’ Again
79Gizmodo / 8h
Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy showed up to a rare screening of the film, making it official.
The Internet Archive modernizes its GeoCities GIF search engine
Engadget / 8h
The Internet Archive made it easier to search for '90s-era GIFs. GifCities contains millions of animations from the decade of flannel shirts and Soup Nazis. The GIFs were pulled from old GeoCities webpages, which (mostly) bit the dust in 2009. The new version of GifCities is much easier to search. You can now search semantically, based on the animation's content. In other words, it's much more li
Don't call it a Mac – I went hands-on with iPadOS 26, here's what you need to know
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
Well, for the iPad faithful, Apple’s WWDC 2025 keynote was the day that faith was rewarded. I, like countless others, have been waiting for a major upgrade for iPadOS, and the Cupertino-based tech giant delivered. Yes, iPadOS 26 brings with it Liquid Glass , but more importantly for all iPads that support it, you’ll get actual windowed multitasking, the ability to drop folders in the dock, a menu
Former Tesla Dealership Manager Says It's "Game Over" for Elon Musk
Futurism / 8h
Back in May, as Tesla Takedown rallies and anti-Musk vandalism rocked the world, Tesla dealership manager Matthew LaBrot launched " Tesla Employees Against Elon " — an act of protest that swiftly got him fired. We wrote about LaBrot's symbolic act of defiance against Musk's political maneuvers at the time. Now, a fresh tell-all interview with Hard Reset is shining some light on just how drastical
locate vs. find vs. whereis: Linux Search Commands Compared
How-To Geek / 9h
Linux offers more than one way to find what you're looking for, including commands like locate, find, and whereis. Knowing when and which command to use can save you time and frustration. Let's dive into each one and see which performs better in different situations.
Our favorite budget audiophile brand has a new affordable hi-res music player, with a desktop mode to make it part of your hi-fi setup
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
The Fiio M21 hi-res audio player costs £279 / $329 (about AU$583) Quad-DAC configuration and two-stage amplification Desktop mode for optimized output for hi-fi systems The arrival of a new affordable audio player from FiiO is guaranteed to get our attention: when we reviewed the JM21 portable music player we were blown away by its sound and its value for money. And now there's a new player that'
The 7 iOS 26 features only available for newer iPhones
Mashable / 9h
Apple announced a whole host of new features at WWDC 2025 earlier this week for iOS 26 , including its fancy new Liquid Glass design, live translations, and updates to CarPlay and Messages . The newest iOS will be available to most users who have an iPhone , but according to Engadget , if you have the iPhone XR, iPhone XS, or iPhone XS Max, all three of which were released in 2018, you won't be a
How to fly Singapore Airlines business class to Europe this summer for less than 57K credit card points or miles
The Points Guy / 9h
Singapore Airlines Spontaneous Escapes is offering 30% off select redemptions for travel in July, and it’s a great way to fly one of the world’s best airlines to Europe. The award-winning airline operates a daily fifth-freedom flight from New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) before continuing on to the airline’s home at Singapore Changi Airport (SIN).
Five of My Favorite YouTube Channels With Free Spin Classes
Lifehacker / 9h
In-person spin classes are the best kind of spin classes, in my opinion, but I know my perspective is very biased because I teach them multiple times per week . When I'm not teaching, I'm taking classes on my Peloton because that's a brand I trust to provide me with credentialed, experienced instructors and thoughtful, effective workout routines. I am, however, a woman of the people, so I recogni
TechCrunch Mobility: The cost of Waymo
TechCrunch / 9h
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility — your central hub for news and insights on the future of transportation.
Hasbro’s ‘Star Wars’ SDCC Exclusive Is the Ultimate ‘Revenge of the Sith’ Set
Gizmodo / 9h
Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi tangle in an incredible Black Series two-pack.
Trump’s FTC may impose merger condition that forbids advertising boycotts
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
The Federal Trade Commission is reportedly pitching a merger condition that would forbid advertising agencies from boycotting platforms based on political content, in a move that could benefit Elon Musk's X social network and President Trump's own Truth Social platform. As the FTC reviews a proposed merger between Omnicom Group and Interpublic Group, two large ad agencies, The New York Times repo
Experts warn clicking "unsubscribe" on that boring email could actually be a security risk - here's why
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
Researchers are warning about the "unsubscribe here" button in spam emails They can be used to redirect victims to malicious pages There are other ways to get rid of spam, so users should be on their guard If you've received a spam email with an “unsubscribe here” button at the bottom, don’t press it - it could do more harm than good. This is according to TK Keanini, CTO of DNSFilter, who recentl
Freakonomics Says United Pays $33 for Every Business Class Meal—Here’s Why That Number Doesn’t Work [Roundup]
View from the Wing / 9h
A roundup of the most important stories of the day. I keep you up to date on the most interesting writings I find on other sites – the latest news and tips. Continue reading ...
ChatGPT Tells Users to Alert the Media That It Is Trying to ‘Break’ People: Report
100+Gizmodo / 9h
Machine-made delusions are mysteriously getting deeper and out of control.
8 Games I Want to See Turned Into TV Shows
How-To Geek / 9h
Shows like The Last of Us and Fallout have proven that games can also make for excellent TV shows. When looking at how successful they are, one can't help but wonder which other franchises could become critically acclaimed TV adaptations.
Bought a New Windows PC? Change These 8 Settings Now
How-To Geek / 9h
When you get a new Windows computer, it's important to tweak a few things before you start doing anything productive with it. From personalization and optimization to storage management and data protection, let's look at several settings you should change to enhance your experience. It shouldn't take long to do.
The spiritual sequel to the Pebble smartwatch is on track to ship in July
Engadget / 9h
Eric Migicovsky, the creator of Pebble who's reviving the e-paper smartwatch with a new company called Core Devices, shared that the first new smartwatches are coming next month . The Core 2 Duo watch is on track to ship to pre-order customers in July and the pricier Core Time 2 is still on track to launch this year. The $149 Core 2 Duo is "near mass production" according to Migicovsky, and shoul
People Over Papers: The Creator of ‘Waze for Ice Immigration Raids’ Speaks Out
38Gizmodo / 9h
An anonymous grassroots network is helping communities track and respond to ICE activity in real time. But not everyone is happy about it.
Elon's Explosion at Trump Appears to Have Cost Him a HUGE Deal
Futurism / 9h
Following the spectacular implosion of billionaire Elon Musk's bromance with president Donald Trump, the consequences of his actions are starting to come into focus. As Reuters reports , the White House's plans to tap Musk's SpaceX for a "Golden Dome" appear to be on shaky ground now that the two's ugly spat metastasized into a spite-filled mud-flinging contest. The original plan was to use a sat
Can't decide between Netflix and Prime Video? Here's which streaming service I'm keeping in June 2025
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
How is it already June when January lasted about three years? Well, somehow, we've made it to the halfway point of 2025 and the best streaming services are ramping up their offerings as we head into the summer season. With the rising cost of inflation kicking in pretty much everywhere, it's not always optimal to maintain subscriptions to Every. Single. Service. Enter: streaming hopping. Lots of p
A Minecraft Movie is coming exclusively to HBO Max on June 20
Engadget / 10h
Don’t throw all your popcorn at the screen, but A Minecraft Movie begins streaming exclusively on HBO Max (which used to be Max, which used to be HBO Max) on June 20. The big studio adaptation of the best-selling video game of all time was something of a surprise hit for those unfamiliar with the game’s mammoth audience. Movie adaptations of video games can be really hit or miss. The Super Mario
Will People Care About the ‘Minecraft’ Chicken Jockey From the Comfort of Their Homes?
Gizmodo / 10h
Jack Black's video game adaptation became an interactive sensation for theater audiences—and it arrives on Max June 20.
10 Netflix Movies to Watch With Your Dad
How-To Geek / 10h
It's Father's Day weekend, which means there's no better time to kick back with your dad (and your family) with a good movie, and Netflix has tons. I've pulled together this list of father-centric family movies, ranging from comedies, dramas, comedy-dramas, animations, and even stand-up specials, that you can watch with your dad for some quality time.
Google tests Audio Overviews for Search queries
30TechCrunch / 10h
Google Search is testing Audio Overviews for certain search queries, the company announced on Friday.
Apple’s Liquid Glass design is paving the way for AR glasses
24TechCrunch / 10h
This visual overhaul gives us a glimpse into the design of Apple's rumored AR glasses, which will reportedly debut next year.
Over a Million Anker Battery Packs Are Getting Recalled
How-To Geek / 10h
With how commonplace battery packs are, when a particular range of packs suddenly starts blowing up, it's a source of concern. Now, Anker is recalling a battery pack, of which it sold over a million units. Yikes.
Google’s Veo 3 AI Slopfest Just Reached New Heights
Gizmodo / 10h
Apparently, Veo 3 is ready for prime-time TV whether you like it or not.
I Finally Embraced Air Fryer Steaks, and You Should Too
Lifehacker / 10h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Cooking a great steak is an art, but that doesn’t mean it needs to be a challenge. It’s a no-brainer to trust a chef with steak when you go out to a restaurant, but even the unsure cook can make good steak casually at home. Personally, I’ve taken casual steaks to new levels in my trusty Instant Vortex air fryer . It took some troubleshooting, but
How to Estimate the Utility Bills for Your New Home
Lifehacker / 10h
In an economy where more than a third of Americans are struggling to pay their utility bills , knowing what your future utility bills will be before you commit to buying a home is a crucial part of your decision making process—or it certainly should be. Here are a few methods to estimate what your future bills will be for electricity, gas, and other utilities before you move in, so you don't wind
All the Switch 2 games that you can buy (and actually play) right now
Mashable / 10h
The Nintendo Switch 2 is finally in everyone's hands, and so far, it's a smashing success . Now, it's time to start loading up on all the new games you can play to get the full Switch 2 experience — and yes, there's more to check out than just Mario Kart World (though that game is fantastic). Even if the first-party lineup at launch is a bit thin — the next release, Donkey Kong Bananza isn't out
The best Nintendo Switch 2 power banks weve found on sale this week
Mashable / 10h
Best Nintendo Switch 2-compatible power banks we’ve found on sale this week: Best deal overall Anker Nano Power Bank $35.99 (save $4) Best for portability VEEKTOMX Mini Power Bank $23.99 (save $6) Best high capacity deal INIU Portable Charger $26.97 (save $5.24) If you were lucky enough to get your hands on the brand-new Nintendo Switch 2 (it’s out of stock at most retailers ), you’ve probably re
Samsung rival plans monstrously fast SSD that can reach 10 million IOPS using SLC NAND
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
Kioxia details its plans for a new SSD for AI workloads reaching 10 million IOPS IOPS measures how quickly a storage device can handle small, random requests New drive uses XL-Flash, a type of SLC NAND, and a new in-house controller Kioxia has unveiled plans for a new SSD it says could hit an impressive 10 million IOPS, a level of performance aimed squarely at the demands of AI-driven systems. Th
NASA Satellite Captures Massive Wastewater Flow off California Coast
30Gizmodo / 10h
Turns out, NASA’s spectroscopic imaging tool, EMIT, can detect water pollution.
There’s another leak on the ISS, but NASA is not saying much about it
27Ars Technica - All content / 10h
There's another leak on the International Space Station, and NASA has already delayed one crew launch to the orbiting laboratory as a result. Beyond that, the space agency is not offering much information about the unfolding situation in orbit. However, multiple sources have confirmed to Ars that the leak is a serious concern for the space agency as it deals with hardware that is approaching thre
Inside the firm turning eerie blank streaming ads into useful nonprofit messages
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
StreamTV Insider provided flights from New York City to Denver and two nights of accommodation so Ars could attend its StreamTV Show. Ars does not accept paid editorial content. DENVER—Ads shown while you're streaming shows or movies are disruptive enough. But there's something uniquely eerie about what you see when a connected TV (CTV) platform fails to sell ad inventory. You may get a black scr
Another one for the graveyard: Google to kill Instant Apps in December
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Apps used to be the measure of a mobile platform's worth, with Apple and Google dueling over who could list the most items in their respective stores. Today, the numbers don't matter as much—there are enough apps, and Google's attempt to replace parts of the web with apps is going away. Instant Apps , a feature that debuted in 2017, will reportedly be scrapped in December 2025. In its place, you'
Silicon Valley tech execs are joining the US Army Reserve
31TechCrunch / 10h
CTOs from companies including OpenAI, Meta, and Palantir make up this first cohort of CTOs in the Army Reserve.
Hilton Honors award reservations made at 4 resorts, now operated by Hyatt, are being canceled last minute
25The Points Guy / 10h
Hotels change hands all the time, but ownership and operation of a property shouldn’t affect an existing booking — right? Unfortunately, we’re seeing the opposite unfold before our eyes this week. As Hyatt’s acquisition of Playa Resorts & Hotels enters its final stages, Hilton Honors members are facing last-minute cancellations for reservations booked using Hilton Honors points at four Playa hote
7 of the best hotel credit cards that come with an annual free night
The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Many hotel loyalty programs, including World of Hyatt , Marriott Bonvoy and Hilton Honors , offer cobranded credit cards. Even if you only stay with a particular hotel brand a few times each year, you may still benefit from signing up for that program’s credit card. An annual free night certificate is one
The Real-World Places Behind ‘Andor’ Season 2’s Architectural Marvels
42Gizmodo / 10h
The future is all around us, it’s just not evenly distributed yet.
Amazon joins the big nuclear party, buying 1.92 GW for AWS
65TechCrunch / 10h
Amazon and Talen revised an existing deal to buy power from the Susquehanna nuclear power plant.
The Chatbot Disinfo Inflaming the LA Protests
25Wired / 10h
On this episode of Uncanny Valley, our senior politics editor discusses the spread of disinformation online following the onset of the Los Angeles protests.
As Trump Comes for Your Social Media, It’s Time You Consider What’s Worth Sharing
100+Gizmodo / 10h
Certain apps may help you avoid the U.S. government using your past posts against you.
Best Buy’s Giving You $1,000 Off Refurbished Microsoft Surface Touchscreen Laptop, Nearly Free Right Now
Gizmodo / 10h
Save 75% on the refurbished 2017 Microsoft Surface laptop over at Best Buy.
Chris Evans and Dakota Johnson weigh in on Materialists big street fight and their cocktails of choice
Mashable / 10h
As follow-up to her critically heralded romantic drama Past Lives , writer/director Celine Song offers Materialists . The romantic comedy stars internet favorites Chris Evans, Dakota Johnson, and Pedro Pascal as three New Yorkers looking for love in a cynical world. In the film, Johnson plays Lucy, a matchmaker whose job is to pair wealthy clients with a could-be mate who checks all the boxes, fr
The internet went down on Thursday: Heres what we know now
31Mashable / 10h
We're getting a better picture of what happened on Thursday, when large swaths of the internet went down . And it's painting a picture of how fragile our internet ecosystem really is when key cogs malfunction. One crucial fact to understand: Lots of commonly used sites and services rely on a few major hosting providers — and if something goes wrong, the downstream effects can prove substantial. A
Google's AI Is Actively Destroying the News Media
Futurism / 10h
Google's pivot to AI-powered search is proving disastrous for the digital news media landscape. As the Wall Street Journal reports , the company's latest tools, including its wildly hallucinating AI Overviews and chatbot-style AI Mode, are causing the traffic being sent to publishers to plummet as users no longer feel the need to click through to the actual source of information, cutting already-
How I Improved My YouTube Recommendations in 3 Simple Steps
How-To Geek / 11h
When YouTube's recommendations work, they can highlight great content that you enjoy watching. But over time, they seem to get less and less relevant. When my YouTube recommendations started serving up junk, I delved into the Watch History to fix them.
Startups Weekly: No sign of pause
TechCrunch / 11h
This week brought us many reminders that no startup journey is linear — but the next billion-dollar idea may only be one click away.
Zevo’s EV-only car-share fleet is helping Tesla owners make money
TechCrunch / 11h
Zevo is a new peer-to-peer car-sharing startup, which is broadly similar to Turo, but focused exclusively on electric vehicles.
How to turn off Google’s AI Overviews in web searches
Engadget / 11h
Google’s AI Overviews do not save me time. For one, I work for a tech blog and am therefore professionally curious as to whether or not the generated answers are correct, so I spend a few ticks figuring that out. (Answer: Sometimes, but not always !) Then things get existential as I contemplate how long a self-cannibalizing system can sustain itself — if the AI gives answers pulled from websites
Your Older iPhone Might Not Run These New iOS 26 Features
Lifehacker / 11h
Apple announced a ton of new features and changes across its products during the company's big WWDC 2025 event . iOS 26 , in particular, is chock full of updates , with a long list of iPhones that support the newest update. However, some of these new features will only run on newer iPhones. Even if your iPhone can update to iOS 26, you might be missing out on the full experience. Most of the feat
Deal alert: Points and miles travel deals for June 2025
200+The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. Some of the offers below may be targeted. From bonus points on your next hotel stay to generous sales on airline miles, we’re always looking for travel deals that help you earn more points and miles and redeem them for maximum value. In other words, we want to help you book the vacation of your dreams. Thi
One Key+ Card review: Valuable perks for Expedia loyalists
20The Points Guy / 11h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. One Key+ Card overview The One Key+™ Card (see rates and fees ) is a relatively new card from Expedia that comes with valuable earning rates and some unique benefits with Expedia’s One Key travel rewards program. If you use Expedia and its affiliated services frequently, the card could be a good fit for yo
Take $300 off the Eufy Omni C20 robot vacuum and mop at Amazon and leave chores behind
Mashable / 11h
SAVE $300.01: As of June 13, get the Eufy Omni C20 robot vacuum and mop for $399.98 at Amazon, down from its usual price of $699.99. That's a discount of 43%. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Eufy Omni C20 robot vacuum and mop $399.98 at Amazon $699.99 Save $300.01 If you live in a home where you're constantly vacuuming and mopping, you're probably tired of the seemingly endless cycle of dirt
Best Buy is handing out free Sony Bravia X90L 4K TVs — heres how to get one
Mashable / 11h
SAVE $1,199.99 : Through June 22, Best Buy will give you a free Sony 65-inch Bravia X90L 4K TV when you buy a Sony 98-inch Bravia 5 mini LED TV at full price. Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Free Sony 65-inch Bravia X90L 4K TV with purchase of Sony 98-inch Bravia 5 mini LED 4K TV You can usually find some decent deals on TVs at any given time. But even the biggest discounts on record still won
This Anker MagSafe iPhone Charger That Doubles as a Stand Hits All-Time Low, Part of Father’s Day Deals
Gizmodo / 11h
Save a cool 33% on Anker's 10,000mAh foldable wireless portable phone charger.
Boston Dynamics robots dance to ‘Don’t Stop Me Now’ for ‘America’s Got Talent’ audition
26TechCrunch / 11h
A dance crew of four-legged robots from Boston Dynamics appeared on "America's Got Talent" to perform a synchronized routine to Queen's "Don't Stop Me Now."
These free VPNs may have ties to China’s military – and they are still hidden in Apple and Google app stores
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
New research found that Apple and Google keep offering VPN apps without revealing their Chinese ownership At least five may have ties with a Shanghai-based firm believed to have links with the Chinese military Experts first uncovered this threat in April 2025 At least 17 China-linked free VPN apps may still be hidden in Apple and Google app stores, and big tech could be making a profit – as revea
Spotify is adding the ability to remotely download playlists to secondary devices
Engadget / 11h
Spotify is rolling out a new feature that lets Premium subscribers remotely download playlists to additional devices. For instance, a user could initiate a download on an iPhone for an iPad or for a backup phone ahead of a trip. That's all fine and good, and useful in limited circumstances. The big news here, however, is that this functionality also works with smartwatches, with integration for W
NASA Delays Private Mission to ISS as Russian Module Leak Worsens
Gizmodo / 11h
The Russian space agency first detected the leak in 2019 and has spent years trying to fix it.
‘Toy Story 5’ Is Making Tech Its Big Bad
56Gizmodo / 11h
Woody and pals will face what it means to be old-school toys amid a generation of iPad babies.
Spend at least $50 on a Google Play card and get $5 in promo credit at Amazon
Mashable / 11h
BUY $50, GET $5: As of June 13, spend $50 on a Google Play card and get $5 in promo credit at Amazon. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Spend $50 on a Google Play card, get $5 in promo credit Father's Day is just two days away. If you forgot to pick something up or you're buying for a picky dad, now's the time to start considering last-minute gifts. One great idea is a Google Play gift card. T
JBL Vibe Beam Earbuds Are at a Near-Free Price to Celebrate Over 10K Sold on Amazon in the Past Month
Gizmodo / 11h
Stop searching for a new pair of earbuds when you can grab a pair that won't do you wrong for a steep discount.
EL AL Fleet Evacuated From Israel, As Airline Suspends Operations
200+One Mile at a Time / 11h
Tensions between Israel and Iran are escalating, as Israel carried out a “preemptive” strike on Iran, and we’re now expecting some sort of a major response. I’ve covered how some flights bound for Israel diverted as a result of this. We’re now seeing airspace and airport closures, and we’re even seeing EL AL suspend operations, which we almost never see… EL AL moves entire fleet out of Israel Isr
Someone Somehow Survived That Massive Boeing Jet Explosion
Futurism / 11h
On Thursday, a Boeing jet crashed just moments after taking off from an airport in Ahmedabad in western India. The Air India airliner, carrying 242 passengers, slammed into a nearby medical college and exploded in an enormous fireball. Somehow, one man survived: 38-year-old Viswash Kumar Ramesh. "I don't know how I am alive," Viswash said, according to his younger brother Nayan Ramesh, as quoted
Prove Your Real-World Microsoft Excel Skills With the How-To Geek Test (Intermediate)
How-To Geek / 11h
Whether you've earned a data-related job promotion or recently learned some new Microsoft Excel skills, take the How-To Geek Intermediate Excel Test to put your expertise under the microscope!
This cyberattack lets hackers crack AI models just by changing a single character
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
Researchers from HiddenLayer devised a new LLM attack called TokenBreaker By adding, or changing, a single character, they are able to bypass certain protections The underlying LLM still understands the intent Security researchers have found a way to work around the protection mechanisms baked into some Large Language Models (LLM) and get them to respond to malicious prompts. Kieran Evans, Kasimi
The founder experience at TechCrunch All Stage: Built for people building what’s next
TechCrunch / 12h
For a founder, time is the one resource you can’t raise. That’s why TechCrunch All Stage — happening July 15 in Boston’s SoWa Power Station — is designed to make every minute count. Whether you’re at the whiteboard sketching v1 of your product or figuring out how to lead a team of 50, TechCrunch All […]
These are the top 5 most exciting iOS 26 features, according to iPhone fans
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
We polled TechRadar readers on new iOS 26 features The Liquid Glass redesign is what you're most looking forward to Early adopters can try the developer beta now We sw the grand unveiling of iOS 26 at the start of this week, and the developer beta is already available for very early adopters – and now TechRadar readers have delivered their verdict on the most exciting features in this huge new so
Get a free Amazon gift card when you sign up for a discounted NordVPN plan
Engadget / 12h
While it didn’t quite make the cut in our guide to the best virtual private networks (VPNs), NordVPN remains one of the more popular providers out there for a reason, and right now you can save up to 76 percent on its two-year plans, with an Amazon gift card thrown in as a sweetener. With Prime Day due to take place at some point in July, that deal looks even better. Right now, if you take out a
Hotel Blocks Points Stays With Unmeetable Rule: Only Active Duty Military Over Age 80 Can Stay—Everyone Else Gets Turned Away
View from the Wing / 12h
It appears that the EconoLodge Biltmore in Asheville, North Carolina only honors award reservations for active duty military members and only for those active duty military age 80 or above. The hotel cancels points bookings without actually checking if members meet that criteria because, of course, with military retirement rules no one can. Continue reading ...
Why I Bought Smart Switches Instead of Philips Hue Bulbs
How-To Geek / 12h
When many of us think of smart lighting, we think of Philips Hue. But for most of us, replacing all the lights in our home with smart bulbs is prohibitively expensive. That's why I've opted to go with smart switches instead.
MAGA Freaks Out as Man Arrested for Allegedly Handing Out ‘Bionic’ Face Shields to Protesters
100+Gizmodo / 12h
A recent arrest is being used to bolster a popular MAGA conspiracy narrative.
CBP's Predator Drone Flights Over LA Are a Dangerous Escalation
300+Wired / 12h
Customs and Border Protection flying powerful Predator B drones over Los Angeles further breaks the seal on federal involvement in civilian matters typically handled by state or local authorities.
The AI-generated ad that aired during the NBA finals took $2,000 and 2 days to make
32Mashable / 12h
AI-generated commercials are ready for primetime. If you watched the NBA finals on Wednesday, you may have seen an ad that features a shirtless elderly gentleman draped in an American flag, a farmer floating in an inflatable pool filled with eggs, an alien chugging a pitcher of beer, and a lady in a sparkly pink tracksuit driving a Zamboni. This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading
Anker recalls over one million of its popular power banks due to fire hazard
Mashable / 12h
Tech company Anker has recalled more than one million of its popular power banks due to fire and burn hazards, according to a June 12 alert from the Consumer Products Safety Commission . The brand has received 19 reports of fires and explosions from customers using the PowerCore 1000 A1263 model, which includes at least two instances of burn injuries and 11 property damage claims totaling over $6
Amazon Offers WD_Black SSD at Its Lowest Price While Clearing Out Remaining Best-Seller Stock
Gizmodo / 12h
Who needs the Switch 2 when you can just download even more PC games with a WD_Black SSD.
I tried Portraits: Google's new way of turning real-life experts into your own personal AI life coach
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Google’s new Portraits experiment lets users chat with AI avatars modeled on real experts. The project's first Portrait is Radical Candor author Kim Scott. The avatar delivers advice based on Scott’s actual content and was developed with her direct involvement. Google is testing out a tool to connect people with all kinds of experts, or at least their AI equivalents. The new Portraits feature, av
Nvidia to exclude China from its revenue and profit forecasts
TechCrunch / 12h
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said he isn't confident that the U.S. will change its mind on chip export restrictions anytime soon.
Games Workshop Just Can’t Stop ‘Horus Heresy’ Scalpers
Gizmodo / 12h
This week's attempted launch of a new, final anthology in the long-running 'Warhammer 40K' prequel series once again drew the wrath of the the abominable intelligence.
Arsen Launches AI-Powered Vishing Simulation to Help Organizations Combat Voice Phishing at Scale
Next Big Future / 12h
Paris, France, 13th June 2025, CyberNewsWire
Meta beefs up disappointing AI division with $15 billion Scale AI investment
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
Meta has invested $15 billion into data-labeling startup Scale AI and hired its co-founder, Alexandr Wang, as part of its bid to attract talent from rivals in a fiercely competitive market. The deal values Scale at $29 billion, double its valuation last year. Scale said it would “substantially expand” its commercial relationship with Meta “to accelerate deployment of Scale’s data solutions,” with
Switch 2 Pro Controller review: Nintendo's best gamepad simply costs too much
Engadget / 12h
For as long as I can remember, Nintendo's gamepads have been a core part of my life. The NES's original rectangular controller was awfully unergonomic, but I still loved it, and it set me down the path of being a lifelong gaming and gadget geek. The SNES's rounded gamepad practically defined my childhood. It's so iconic, you can still see echoes of its layout in most controllers today. I didn't h
Best Buy is giving away free $100 gift cards when you buy the Samsung Galaxy Ring
Mashable / 12h
FREE GIFT CARD WITH PURCHASE : When you purchase the Samsung Galaxy Ring at Best Buy ($399.99), you'll get a free $100 Best Buy gift card to spend on other tech. Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy Ring + free $100 Best Buy gift card The only thing that tops saving money on a new tech purchase is getting free money from a new tech purchase. While the " creepily accurate " Samsung
Take $111 off the Dewalt 20V MAX cordless power tool kit at Amazon
Mashable / 12h
SAVE 43%: As of June 13, you can get the Dewalt 20V MAX cordless drill combo kit (with two batteries) for $149, down from $260.83. That's a 43% discount, or $111.83 off. DEWALT 20V MAX Cordless Drill Combo Kit, 2-Tool (DCK240C2) $149 at Amazon $260.83 Save $111.83 If you’re still scrambling to find a Father’s Day gift, we’re seeing tons of deals on power tools across Amazon right now. And the bes
American Flight Attendant Justifies Kicking Off “Defiant” Blogger
65One Mile at a Time / 12h
Recently, I covered an interesting story where travel blogger JT Genter was kicked off an American Airlines flight by a flight attendant, over an overhead bin dispute. Be sure to read that post first , as I won’t recap it all here. As many people pointed out, we only had one side of the story. So there’s a fascinating update, as we now have the flight attendant’s version of events, as well as the
The Hybrid Sedan With Premium Perks That Makes Going Green a Power Move—Not a Pricey Compromise
How-To Geek / 12h
So, you’re hunting for a hybrid that feels like a Lexus but doesn’t come with the luxury price tag. Tricky? Definitely. But not impossible—especially if you know what you're really shopping for.
Even Last Prime Day Didn’t Offer the Garmin Venu 3S Smartwatch for This Low a Price
Gizmodo / 12h
If you need something a little slimmer and more lightweight on your wrist, consider this discounted tracker instead.
Over 80,000 Microsoft Entra ID accounts hit by password spraying attacks
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Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Hackers are abusing a legitimate tool to target Entra ID accounts The password spraying attack targeted some 80,000 accounts Attackers managed to take over some accounts, accessing Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, Outlook data Cybercriminals have been spotted abusing a legitimate penetration testing tool to target people’s Entra ID user accounts with password -spraying attacks, experts hgave warned. In
Man Killed by Police After Spiraling Into ChatGPT-Driven Psychosis
Futurism / 12h
As we reported earlier this week , OpenAI's ChatGPT is sending people spiraling into severe mental health crises, causing potentially dangerous delusions about spiritual awakenings, messianic complexes, and boundless paranoia. Now, a wild new story in the New York Times reveals that these spirals led to the tragic death of a young man — likely a sign of terrible things to come as hastily deployed
The FDA Is Already Outsourcing Drug and Food Analysis to Error-Plagued AI Chatbot
Futurism / 12h
In case you haven't had enough about artificial intelligence, the US Food and Drug Administration is now outsourcing its oversight duties to a large language model (LLM.) In an article published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), FDA bureaucrats Marty Makary and Vinay Prasad — the latter of whom is a noted critic of COVID mask mandates and vaccine boosters — laid out a fiv
You can earn 500 World of Hyatt points per Peloton ride this summer
The Points Guy / 12h
Forget Fergie. If you’re working on your fitness, let Hyatt be your witness — and you might just earn some bonus World of Hyatt points for it. Now through Aug. 5, World of Hyatt members can earn 500 bonus points for every eligible ride or row taken on Peloton equipment at participating Hyatt hotels and resorts. According to the promotion, “that’s five times the points, just for showing up and doi
6 reasons to get the Ink Business Unlimited Credit Card
The Points Guy / 12h
Editor’s note: This is a recurring post, regularly updated with new information and offers. A few years back, Chase rounded out its business card line by introducing the no-annual-fee Ink Business Unlimited® Credit Card (see rates and fees ), the perfect complement to the no-annual-fee Ink Business Cash® Credit Card (see rates and fees ) and the higher-end Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card (see
Trump Wants to Kill California’s Emissions Standards. Here’s What That Means for EVs
Wired / 12h
Experts say that disrupting the electrification plans for the US car fleet could lead to long-term pain.
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