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Lousiana House Passes Legislation to Fight Weather-Controlling ‘Chemtrails’
1KGizmodo / 18h
Chemtrails are a long-debunked conspiracy theory but that hasn't stopped lawmakers from latching onto it.





WhatsApp is getting usernames so you can finally stop sharing your phone number
100+Mashable / 22h
WhatsApp is finally getting a feature that's so basic one has to wonder why it wasn't there in the first place: usernames. That's right, the Meta-owned app still doesn't let you log in with a username and password, instead requiring you to punch in your phone number. But this appears to be changing. According to WABetaInfo , which tracks WhatsApp beta features, a new WhatsApp beta (version 25.17.





Meta and Yandex are de-anonymizing Android users’ web browsing identifiers
500+Ars Technica - All content / 16h
Tracking code that Meta and Russia-based Yandex embed into millions of websites is de-anonymizing visitors by abusing legitimate Internet protocols, causing Chrome and other browsers to surreptitiously send unique identifiers to native apps installed on a device, researchers have discovered . Google says it's investigating the abuse, which allows Meta and Yandex to convert ephemeral web identifie






NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for June 4, 2025
Mashable / 36min
Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over th





ThreatBook Selected in the First-ever Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Network Detection and Response (NDR)
Next Big Future / 1h
Beijing, China, 4th June 2025, CyberNewsWire






One of Africa’s most successful founders is back with a new AI startup and already raised $9M
26TechCrunch / 2h
In 2023, co-founders Karim Jouini and Jihed Othmani sold their expense management startup Expensya to Swedish procurement software firm Medius in what is widely considered to be one of the largest acquisitions of an African startup. Some sources say the sum was just over $120 million, although deal terms were not disclosed. Success achieved, both […]





This $40 AI tool can take notes for you for life
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Change the way you take notes forever with a lifetime subscription to My Notes AI Pro Plan , now just $39.99 (reg. $299). It’s 2025, and now there’s no need to take your own notes — there’s an app for that. AI can now do it for you with My Notes AI, your very own note-taking assistant. And right now you can employ it forever with a lifetime subscription to their Pro Plan for just $39.99 (r





70 of the best Harvard University courses you can take online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: A wide range of online courses from Harvard University are available to take for free on edX. Not many people know this, but you can take a wide range of online courses from some of the top educational institutions in the world for absolutely nothing. Yep, you can become a student of somewhere like Harvard University without spending anything stepping foot outside. Harvard University is of





How to watch Zverev vs. Djokovic online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Zverev vs. Djokovic in the 2025 French Open for free on 9Now , France TV , or Servus TV . Access these free streaming platforms from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The 2025 French Open quarter finals are all huge games, but Zverev vs. Djokovic does stand out above the rest. It's the third seed against sixth, but it's much more than that: it's a question of whether or n





How to watch Sinner vs. Bublik online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Sinner vs. Bublik in the 2025 French Open for free on 9Now , France TV , or Servus TV . Access these free streaming platforms from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The 2025 French Open quarter finals continue with Sinner taking on Bublik. The top seed will need to be at his best against Alexander Bublik. Nobody expected Bublik to make it this far, but he has already beat





How to watch Germany vs. Portugal online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Germany vs. Portugal in the UEFA Nations League semi final for free on ZDF . Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The UEFA Nations League semi finals are finally here, with Germany taking on Portugal in the first matchup. Does this tournament really matter? We're not sure, but what every fan can agree on is that more big games between the





How to watch Keys vs. Gauff online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Keys vs. Gauff in the 2025 French Open for free on 9Now , France TV , or Servus TV . Access these free streaming platforms from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The 2025 French Open has reached the quarter-final stage, with a number of fascinating matches lined up between some of the best players in the world. Every game at this late stage is significant, but Keys vs. Ga





How to watch Andreeva vs. Boisson online for free
Mashable / 2h
TL;DR: Live stream Andreeva vs. Boisson in the 2025 French Open for free on 9Now , France TV , or Servus TV . Access these free streaming platforms from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The 2025 French Open has reached the quarter-final stage, with Andreeva vs. Boisson the top priority for a lot of the fans in attendance. Boisson is the last remaining French player in the competition, but





Do your digital due diligence this EOFY
Mashable / 4h
The End Of the Financial Year (EOFY) is almost upon us. For many, it conjures images of sorting through receipts, fumbling through tax terminology, and the sweet relief of a tax return. But while you’re busy wrangling your finances, have you considered another crucial aspect of your fiscal year? Your digital well-being. Just as you meticulously track your expenses and investments, now is the perf





NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for June 4, 2025
Mashable / 4h
Connections is the one of the most popular New York Times word games that's captured the public's attention. The game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of words gets trickier and trickier—so we've served up some hints and tips to get you over the hurdle. If you just want to be told today's puzzle, you





NYT Strands hints, answers for June 4
Mashable / 4h
If you're reading this, you're looking for a little help playing Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game. Strands requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of





Wordle today: Answer, hints for June 4, 2025
Mashable / 4h
Oh hey there! If you're here, it must be time for Wordle . As always, we're serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today's answer. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Su





Hurdle hints and answers for June 4, 2025
Mashable / 4h
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





Free ChatGPT users can finally stop re-explaining themselves in every session
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
OpenAI has added a memory feature for free ChatGPT users The AI chatbot can now recall recent conversations and tailor responses accordingly You can decide what ChatGPT remembers or disable it if you choose OpenAI has a reliable strategy of releasing new ChatGPT features for paying subscribers first before rolling them out to everyone. If you didn't remember that, don't worry because ChatGPT can





Windsurf says Anthropic is limiting its direct access to Claude AI models
23TechCrunch / 6h
Windsurf, the popular vibe coding startup that’s reportedly being acquired by OpenAI, says Anthropic significantly reduced its first-party access to its Claude 3.7 Sonnet and Claude 3.5 Sonnet AI models. Windsurf CEO Varun Mohan said in a post on X Tuesday that Anthropic gave Windsurf little notice for this change, and the startup now has […]





Apple TV 4K is still your best bet for streaming privacy for one key reason, report claims
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
A new report is highlighting just how secure the Apple TV 4K is It says it's the best for streaming privacy as Apple isn't focused on selling ads There is no shortage of streaming boxes or streaming sticks, but ever since the original Apple TV was unveiled, the Cupertino-based tech giant’s offering has always been decidedly premium. And beyond the easy integration with other Apple devices and the





Cillian Murphy’s Role in the ’28 Years Later’ Trilogy Is Coming Later Than We Hoped
22Gizmodo / 7h
Director and writer Danny Boyle teased the Oscar winner will appear to set up a third movie, if the first two do well.





Is Trump Unveiling a Crypto Wallet? His Associates Say Yes. His Sons Say No.
NYT > Technology / 8h
The back-and-forth over a potential Trump cryptocurrency wallet on Tuesday exposed rifts among the family’s web of digital currency ventures.





Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune will stream next-day on Hulu and Peacock
Engadget / 8h
Jeopardy! and Wheel of Fortune will have a new streaming home this fall. Sony Pictures Television has inked multi-year deals for the pair of iconic game shows to stream on Peacock, Hulu and Hulu on Disney + in the US. The agreement includes both in-season syndicated episodes and library episodes. It's a next-day deal, so broadcast channels are still the first spot to see the newest content. Howev





TikTok now blocks search results for #SkinnyTok
Engadget / 8h
TikTok no longer shows search results for the hashtag #SkinnyTok. Critics who supported this block said some videos with that label were promoting disordered eating and other unhealthy or risky diet behaviors. We've reached out to TikTok for comment on this development. France's Minister of State for Digital Affairs Clara Chappaz was one of the politicians leading the pushback against this partic





‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Replaced the Thing On-Set With a Rock Named Jennifer
34Gizmodo / 8h
I hope she's in the credits, at least.





This Wireless Solar 360° Outdoor Camera Costs Peanuts, Amazon Is Clearing Stock Before Prime Day
Gizmodo / 8h
This is the best outdoor camera on the market, offering stunning 3K resolution and a solar charging system.





9 Reasons To Apply For The Lucrative IHG Premier Credit Card
100One Mile at a Time / 8h
Link: Apply now for the IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card The IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card ( review ) is a popular hotel credit card, and for good reason — it’s worth getting for the excellent welcome bonus , and it’s worth keeping for the long-term perks . In this post, I want to look at nine reasons to apply for this $99 annual fee IHG Premier Card . In no particular order… Excellent l





Six Rumored iOS 26 Features I'm Actually Excited About
Lifehacker / 8h
I didn't think I'd be talking about iOS 26 before the year 2032, but here we are. At WWDC 2025 , Apple will likely announce the latest update for iPhones, complete with new features and a fresh naming scheme. We won't know for sure what Apple is planning until they officially announce it, but there's reason to believe some leaks and rumors are accurate. I've been following those leaks and rumors





Amazon Needs to Clear Galaxy Watch Ultra Stock Fast, Now 40% Off at a New Record Low
Gizmodo / 9h
This bundle includes the Galaxy Watch Ultra and a 25W fast charger, now available at 40% off.





The 10 Best Comedy Series on Netflix, According to Rotten Tomatoes Scores


Lifehacker / 9h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. We all need a little laughter, right? Whether your idea of "funny" is sharp social satire, complete absurdism, a comforting, old school sitcom, or anything in between, there is a show streaming on Netflix right now that will satisfy you. The ten comedy series below are all ranked at above 95% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes , so you can count on smart wr





Disney Pulls Back the Curtain on Its New ‘Cars’ Land
Gizmodo / 9h
Piston Peak National Park is coming to Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.





Ditch Your AirPods: Galaxy Buds 3 Pro AI Earbuds Just Hit Their Lowest Price Ever on Amazon
Gizmodo / 9h
These earbuds could be the best out there, and they have real AI features that make listening better.





I Only Play One Single-Player Game at a Time, and You Should Too
How-To Geek / 9h
I'll be the first to admit that I have a backlog of unfinished games on Steam and Epic. It’s not for lack of interest; I just keep starting new games without finishing the old ones. That's why I made a rule for myself: one single-player game at a time. No exceptions.





Tesla Employees Startled by Elon Musk's Confusion When He Returned to Tesla
77Futurism / 9h
As Tesla slowly rotted from the inside over the past year or so, big name investors and higher-ups publicly signaled their frustration with their absentee CEO, leaving many wondering when — or if — he was coming back. The electric vehicle giant has been slumping hard lately, thanks to worldwide disgust with Elon Musk's extreme behavior, Donald Trump's wide-ranging tariffs , massive Tesla recalls





The Alex Cooper Hulu doc Call Her Alex drops effusive trailer
Mashable / 9h
Hulu dropped a trailer for Call Her Alex , a docuseries centered on Alex Cooper, the wildly popular host of the podcast Call Her Daddy . And the Daddy Gang — as her fans are known — is likely to love this two-part docuseries. The trailer features behind-the-scenes moments with Cooper, intimate childhood footage, and interviews with family. There's even a moment with Barstool Sports founder Dave P





Forget iPhone: Galaxy S25 Ultra Has Become So Cheap on Amazon That It Makes It Look Ridiculous
Gizmodo / 9h
The most prestigious Android phone is now available at a very attractive price.





This New TikTok Feature Will Let You 'Manage Topics' on Your 'For You' Page
Lifehacker / 9h
TikTok is giving users more options to personalize their For You feeds, so you can see more of what you want and less of what you don't. The platform is rolling out "Manage Topics," a new feature that piloted in the U.S. last year and is now available to users globally. How "Manage Topics" changes your TikTok feed With Manage Topics, TikTok users can adjust how often they want to see content rela





The Massive $900 Price Cut on the Samsung Odyssey G9 Curved Gaming Monitor Is as Big as the Screen
Gizmodo / 9h
This ginormous 49-inch state-of-the-art OLED monitor will take your gaming experience to places you've only dreamed of.





Florida ban on kids using social media likely unconstitutional, judge rules
Ars Technica - All content / 9h
A federal judge ruled today that Florida cannot enforce a law that requires social media platforms to block kids from using their platforms. The state law "is likely unconstitutional," US Judge Mark Walker of the Northern District of Florida ruled while granting the tech industry's request for a preliminary injunction. The Florida law "prohibits some social media platforms from allowing youth in





Polish engineer creates postage stamp-sized 1980s Atari computer
56Ars Technica - All content / 9h
In 1979, Atari released the Atari 400 and 800 , groundbreaking home computers that included custom graphics and sound chips, four joystick ports, and the ability to run the most advanced home video games of their era. These machines, which retailed for $549 and $999, respectively, represented a leap in consumer-friendly personal computing, with their modular design and serial I/O bus that presage





The gorgeous indie game Death Howl will have a new demo on June 9
Engadget / 10h
A deck-building game with soulslike elements is an odd genre mashup, to say the least. But that's what the three-person Danish studio The Outer Zone is creating with Death Howl . The second demo for the indie PC title launches next week on Steam. The unusual blend of genres isn't the game's only hallmark. Death Howl also has a gorgeous art style and music to match its rich themes. You play as Ro,





Target and Walmart tariff price hikes leak online from an unlikely source
28Mashable / 10h
The ripple effects of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs are starting to appear on the shelves of big box stores like Target and Walmart. On Reddit's r/Walmart subreddit, posters who say they're employees of Walmart have begun reporting significant price hikes. In fact, the subreddit has become a running thread of examples, from grocery staples to toys and outdoor gear. One post points to





Google Wallet is losing direct PayPal linking later this month
Mashable / 10h
In less than two weeks, Google Wallet users in the U.S. will no longer be able to directly link their PayPal account. So, if you're currently using PayPal for contactless payments on your Android device, you'll need to find an alternative solution. In an update to the Google Wallet support page first spotted by Android Authority , Google's digital wallet service is losing support for PayPal integ





United touts cheap Newark flights, less chaos as key runway reopens early
The Points Guy / 10h
Don’t look now, but things are starting to get back on track at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Construction on the airport’s busiest runway wrapped up earlier this week, 13 days ahead of schedule. “The airport’s runway construction project is now complete,” said Jon Gooda, United’s vice president of airport operations in a letter to United customers. “That means all runways at Newark





Deal of the day: Book American Airlines’ new Flagship Suites to London for just 55,000 Amex points
The Points Guy / 10h
Editor’s note: We bring you new deals of the day as we find them, so check back soon for more. Availability for these deals changes regularly, so book now! American Airlines recently unveiled its swanky, new Flagship Suites , a business-class product on board the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. In early May, we alerted readers to some award availability to fly this new product priced at 55,000





These popular Disney World attractions are closing for good next month to make way for ‘Cars’ land
The Points Guy / 10h
Disney movies always have a happy ending, but you can’t get to the “happily ever after” without some struggle, conflict and heartache. Like its beloved films, Walt Disney World’s current expansion plan follows a similar storyline. In August 2024, Disney announced a slew of new attractions coming to all four of its Orlando theme parks. They include a “Zootopia”-based attraction coming to Disney’s





‘GQuuuuuuX’ Is Taking Its ‘Gundam’ Remix to a Whole Other Level
Gizmodo / 10h
The love letter 'GQuuuuuuX' is writing to the past of 'Gundam' just got a little more complicated in its latest episode.





Liquor, Houses, and Other Surprising Things You Can Win in a Lottery
Lifehacker / 10h
Everyone knows that a lottery is a tax on people who can’t do math—your odds of ever winning are laughably low . That doesn’t stop a lot of people from playing, whether it’s the occasional scratcher for fun or an organized effort to win a billion bucks or so. But a lottery is just a system of collecting entry fees and awarding a prize—a price that doesn’t have to be money. Sometimes the best and





Misspelled a site's name? Cybercriminals are exploiting this to infect your computer with malware - here's how to stay safe
17 TTPs•
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
A single typo could let hackers hijack your system using malware hidden in fake packages Cross-platform malware now fools even experienced developers by mimicking trusted open source package names Attackers are exploiting developer trust with stealthy payloads that dodge malware protection tools A new supply chain attack has revealed how something as innocuous as a typo can open the door to serio





Anthropic’s AI is writing its own blog — with human oversight
26TechCrunch / 10h
Anthropic has given its AI a blog. A week ago, Anthropic quietly launched Claude Explains, a new page on its website that’s generated mostly by the company’s AI model family, Claude. Populated by posts on technical topics related to various Claude use cases (e.g. “Simplify complex codebases with Claude”), the blog is intended to be […]





Is MAGA Turning on Trump’s Buddy Palantir?
49Gizmodo / 10h
Rightwing America doesn't seem too pleased that the defense contractor is playing a pivotal role in the Trump government.





Google’s “Ask Photos” AI Feature Paused After Complaints
How-To Geek / 10h
AI is currently being jammed into everything, but there are some places where it makes more sense than others. Google was testing a feature in Google Photos that used AI to magically find any picture with a simple question. However, Google hit the pause button on its "Ask Photos" rollout.





What Happened to Custom Soundtracks in Console Games?
How-To Geek / 10h
Video games are full of amazing music, but some games sound even better with your own personal playlists. Consoles used to let you import custom soundtracks into games, but the feature has practically vanished on modern platforms. So what happened?





"Disgusting Abomination": Cold War Between Musk and Trump Explodes Into Public
200+Futurism / 10h
In a scorching tweet today, billionaire Elon Musk took aim at president Donald Trump's so-called "big, beautiful bill," excorciating it as a "disgusting abomination" that will massively increase the federal budget deficit. It was a startling escalation in tone following Musk's high-profile departure from his position as a "special government employee" in Washington, DC, a six-month stint that has





A Monkey Herpesvirus Could Hold Key to New Cancer Treatment
Gizmodo / 10h
In tests with mice, a protein derived from the virus boosted the immune system's ability to kill cancer cells.





Delta & Shake Shack Partner To Serve Burgers Inflight: Now From 12 Airports
100+One Mile at a Time / 10h
In late 2024, Delta Air Lines announced a new collaboration for its first class dining. We’ve progressively seen this offered from more airports, and there’s now an update, as the number of eligible airports has been expanded considerably. Details of the Delta & Shake Shack partnership As of December 1, 2024, Delta and Shake Shack launched a first-of-its-kind partnership, whereby Delta has been s





Replace Your PayPal Account in Google Wallet Before It Gets Deleted
Lifehacker / 10h
If you have your PayPal account linked to your Google Wallet for purchases, you need to update your payment method ASAP. Google is ending its support for PayPal integration , and users in the U.S. will see their PayPal accounts and transaction histories deleted from their digital wallets on June 13. That means that Google Wallet users will need to replace PayPal with an alternative payment method





Now Deel is accusing Rippling of spying by ‘impersonating’ a customer
TechCrunch / 10h
Deel alleges that one of Rippling’s employees "spent six months impersonating a legitimate Deel customer to gain unauthorized access to Deel’s systems to meticulously analyze, record, and copy Deel’s global products and the way Deel does business for Rippling’s own benefit and use.”





6 Games That Will Actually Boost Your Productivity
How-To Geek / 10h
Games are often dismissed as distractions or vehicles for procrastination, but a growing sub-genre is flipping the script by making productivity the goal.





Physicists Propose Cheaper Alternative to Particle Colliders: Supermassive Black Holes
Gizmodo / 11h
The findings suggest black holes could provide a cheaper, natural alternative to billion-dollar particle colliders, if we can figure out how to harness them.





Google places another fusion power bet on TAE Technologies
29TechCrunch / 11h
TAE Technologies raised $150 million from investors including Google, Chevron, and others.





Trump is forcing states to funnel grant money to Starlink, Senate Democrats say
67Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Senate Democrats are pleading with the Trump administration to stop delaying distribution of $42 billion in grants for construction of broadband networks in areas with poor Internet access. The Biden administration spent about three years developing rules and procedures for the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) fund and then evaluating plans submitted by each US state and territory.





No Real Raise After Five Years? United Flight Attendants Settle For Just An Inflation Adjustment
49View from the Wing / 11h
United Airlines and its flight attendants union have agreed on a new contract . Cabin crew will be asked to vote for it, and since they've gone five years without a raise many are excited by better pay. Continue reading ...





An Iconic Prop From ‘Back to the Future’ Is Missing, and a New Documentary Aims to Track It Down
20Gizmodo / 11h
Have you seen Marty McFly's guitar? You know, the one that invented rock n' roll?





I'm a Marathon Runner, and These Are My Favorite 'Global Running Day' Deals
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. This year, Global Running Day is on June 4. Like most unofficial holidays, it is a day not only about celebrating our shared love of running—it's also an excuse for brands to roll out deals and promotions on everything from shoes, to gear, to race registrations. Whether you're a beginner looking for your first real pair of running shoes or a veter





After 600 Years, Astronomers Finally Solve the Mystery of the Missing ‘Guest Star’
Gizmodo / 11h
A 600-year-old stellar event described in cryptic language finally gets a scientific ID.





Reddit will let you hide posts, comments and NSFW activity from your public profile
Engadget / 11h
Reddit will now allow its users to do something it never before has permitted: to selectively "curate" their public-facing profiles by hiding some of their posting and commenting activity from other users. Up to now, Reddit has included users' full commenting and posting activity in profiles. So while most users are anonymous, others could easily check out their post history and see what communit





Scientists Create Living Plastic Alternative
Futurism / 11h
Using mushrooms, scientists have created a living, plastic-like compound that uses the fungi's unique properties to mold it into almost any form. Researchers out of the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, better known as Empa, have used the common split-gill mushroom to create what they're calling "living fiber dispersions" or LFD, a gel-like material that can be used





A Strange Darkness Is Spreading Throughout the Oceans
21Futurism / 11h
Facing rising temperatures, a spike in acidity driven by an influx of carbon, mass habitat destruction, and inescapable pollution, the world's oceans haven't had it easy . But in an ominously literal sense, the situation may be even darker than we realized. New research indicates that more than a fifth of the global ocean has darkened over the past two decades, with the depths that sunlight can p





The OpenAI board drama is reportedly turning into a movie
22TechCrunch / 11h
A film that will portray the chaotic time at OpenAI, when co-founder and CEO Sam Altman was fired and rehired within a span of just five days, is reportedly in the works. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the movie is titled “Artificial,” and it’s in development at Amazon MGM Studios. While details aren’t finalized, sources […]





I Turned a USB Drive Into a Linux App Swiss Army Knife
How-To Geek / 11h
If you're like me, you have multiple devices running different Linux distributions, and are frequently installing new instances too. They all need software, and I've found sometimes it's easier to just have some ready to go, conveniently stored on a USB stick.





Splitgate 2 will exit its beta and get an official release on June 6
Engadget / 12h
Splitgate 2 will officially launch on June 6, after what must've been a successful beta . It'll be available on a whole bunch of platforms, including PC via Epic, Windows and Steam. The game will also be playable on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. It's free, with optional in-game purchases. As the name suggests, this is a sequel to the extremely popular 2021 arena shoo





Phone chipmaker Qualcomm fixes three zero-days exploited by hackers
20TechCrunch / 12h
Google's Threat Analysis Group, which investigates government-backed hacks, was credited with the discovery of the zero-days.





Ricoh unveils the Theta A1, its most rugged 360 camera yet
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
The A1 is the third Ricoh Theta model, after the Z1 and X versions It promises the best build quality of the three, and 8K timelapse recording Available for preorder in June 2025, price TBC Ricoh says it has completed its 360 camera lineup after announcing the new Ricoh360 Theta A1, which is the premium pick of three models, following the Z1 and X iterations. While it can record 360-degree images





The New SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3 Wireless Headset Looks Great
How-To Geek / 12h
SteelSeries just revealed the Arctis Nova 3 Wireless headset, boasting a comfortable fit, rapid charging for 9 hours of play in just 15 minutes, and a 30+ hour battery life. The somewhat-unique selling point here is unique audio profiles for specific games.





Elon Musk Calls Trump Policy Bill a ‘Disgusting Abomination’
2KNYT > Technology / 12h
The tech executive criticized the president’s legislation in a series of posts on Tuesday, signaling a widening rift with Republicans.





139-Room Four Seasons Charleston, South Carolina, Opening 2028
One Mile at a Time / 12h
Four Seasons has just announced the details of a new project, which should set the luxury hotel standard in the city… Basics of the Four Seasons Charleston, South Carolina Four Seasons is partnering with Strategic Property Partners to open a new luxury hotel and residences in Charleston, South Carolina. The Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Charleston will feature 139 guest rooms and suites, plus





Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio, and Ben Wang choose their ultimate Karate Kid: Legends squad
Mashable / 12h
The Karate Kid: Legends cast (Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio, and Ben Wang) draft their ultimate karate tournament teams of characters from the entire Karate Kid and Cobra Kai legacy. Each squad consists of one sensei and three competitors. Which Karate Kid legend will be first off the board? Which cast member will pick Mr. Miyagi? The squad that wins depends on you. Let us know in the comments which





How the New ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Made Berk Feel Real
Gizmodo / 12h
Director Dean DeBlois talks to io9 about the challenges of replicating the animated world of 'How to Train Your Dragon' in live-action.





Apple TV+ confirms release date for Slow Horses season 5 and it's quicker than you might think
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Apple TV+ has announced that Slow Horses season 5 will return on September 24 The series has already been confirmed for a sixth season The first two episodes will be premiering at the same time The hit Apple TV+ series Slow Horses season 5 returns on September 24, which means we haven't got long to wait for the new installment's two-episode premiere. This will likely come as a relief for fans of





Phones Need Longer Software Support and Easier Repairs, Says EU
How-To Geek / 12h
The European Union is introducing wide-ranging new rules meant to make smartphones and tablets more environmentally friendly, longer-lasting, and easier to repair. The new guidelines were announced in 2023, but they will go into effect later this month.





Google has 'paused' the Ask Photos rollout
Engadget / 12h
If you're still waiting on access to Google's AI-driven Ask Photos feature, you'll need to hold tight a little longer. Jamie Aspinall, a product manager for Google Photos, chimed in to a conversation on X to address some complaints about the feature. "Ask Photos isn't where it needs to be, in terms of latency, quality and ux," Aspinall wrote . He said the rollout was being paused "at very small n





Some employers won't like this: the most productive staff are working shorter sprints and taking longer breaks
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
The most productive people now rest for nearly two and a half hours in an eight-hour day, report claims In-office work may naturally support better mental recovery DeskTime’s productivity metric is role-specific, which brings in subjectivity The long-held belief that working longer hours leads to higher productivity is facing increasing scrutiny, after new research claimed quite the opposite. A n





The Most Affordable Plug-In Hybrid With the Longest Range
How-To Geek / 12h
Think of plug-in hybrid cars (PHEVs) as the sweet spot between traditional gas (ICE) cars and fully electric vehicles (EVs). They offer solid fuel efficiency and can run purely on electricity for quick trips around town.





Colossal Labs will release the sounds of dire wolves howling ‘later this year,’ founder says
TechCrunch / 12h
The company is working on a bio-acoustic project, which will map out the different types of dire wolf howls.





Which Apple Announcements to Expect From WWDC 2025
Lifehacker / 12h
Apple's annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is scheduled from June 9 to 13 this year, and you can expect several big announcements to come out of it. Although WWDC 2025 is a developer-focused event, Apple is expected to reveal new features for its operating systems for the iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and other devices, which makes it a fun watch for anyone who owns an Apple device.





4 things this American elite member was surprised by on the new ‘premium’ Dreamliner
24The Points Guy / 12h
As a frequent flyer and longtime AAdvantage elite member, I’ve followed American Airlines’ plans for a premium Dreamliner since they were leaked in 2022 . Even so, when TPG’s Zach Griff and I