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The AI Hype Index: AI-powered toys are coming
MIT Technology Review / 1h
Separating AI reality from hyped-up fiction isn’t always easy. That’s why we’ve created the AI Hype Index—a simple, at-a-glance summary of everything you need to know about the state of the industry. AI agents might be the toast of the AI industry, but they’re still not that reliable. That’s why Yoshua Bengio, one of the world’s leading AI experts, is creating his own nonprofit dedicated to guard
Stephen Colbert responds to Trumps viral F-bomb on live TV
Mashable / 1h
Donald Trump's recent F-bomb on live TV caught not only the internet's attention, but also that of Late Show host Stephen Colbert . In the monologue above, Colbert plays the clip — during which Trump growls to the cameras that Israel and Iran "don't know what the fuck they're doing" — before throwing in his opinion on what the president was really thinking. "Wow, he is so mad. And/or so projectin
Jurassic World Evolution 3 thankfully won't feature AI-generated character portraits following community backlash
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Jurassic World Evolution 3 will no longer feature AI generated character portraits This was confirmed by the developers via the Steam Forum It follows community backlash regarding the inclusion The developer of the upcoming dinosaur park management simulator Jurassic World Evolution 3 has announced that the game will no longer feature some AI-generated visual assets following community outrage. W
Three network phone calls down but data still working
26BBC News / 11min
The phone operator said it was "aware of an issue affecting voice services" and apologised for disruption.
Movie buffs, take note: I ditched Netflix for Mubi and it changed my streaming habits for good
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 15min
I did the unthinkable last week: I paused my Netflix subscription and decided to only watch content from a smaller, lesser-known streaming service called Mubi instead. The results? I watched a lot of movies that I normally wouldn’t be able to find on one of the best streaming services . From arthouse and indie films like Pablo Larraín's Ema, to world cinema and restored classics like Tarsem Singh
This massive Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 gaming monitor is $400 off at Amazon
Mashable / 29min
SAVE $400: As of June 25, the 49-inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 curved gaming monitor is now just $899.99 at Amazon. Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 Curved Gaming Monitor $899.99 at Amazon $1,299.99 Save $400 As of June 25, the 49-inch Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 curved gaming monitor is on sale at Amazon for $899.99 ahead of the retailer’s Prime Day sale — that’s
Microsoft Teams is working on a massive time-saver tool which might super-charge my productivity
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 29min
Microsoft Teams will soon let users save messages in chats New addition should help users quickly find important messafes All Microsoft Teams users should benefit upon launch Finding that vital message to check your working (or win an argument) in a Microsoft Teams chat should soon be easier than ever thanks to a new update. The video conferencing platform has revealed it is working on adding the
The Bank Secrecy Act is failing everyone. It’s time to rethink financial surveillance.
MIT Technology Review / 37min
The US is on the brink of enacting rules for digital assets, with growing bipartisan momentum to modernize our financial system. But amid all the talk about innovation and global competitiveness, one issue has been glaringly absent: financial privacy. As we build the digital infrastructure of the 21st century, we need to talk about not just what’s possible but what’s acceptable. That means confro
Snake Venom, Urine, and a Quest to Live Forever: Inside a Biohacking Conference Emboldened by MAHA
Wired / 50min
WIRED attended a biohacking conference filled with unorthodox and often unproven anti-aging treatments. Adherents revealed how the Make America Healthy Again movement has given them a renewed fervor.
New leak suggests Apple’s AirTag 2 is almost ready, but it might be facing a significant delay
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 51min
Apple’s AirTag 2 tracker has long been rumored to launch around the middle of this year But a new report claims it's been delayed until September When it launches the tracker could also come with low-battery alerts Apple’s AirTag is one of the best item-trackers around, and the second-generation AirTag 2 has been rumored to be dropping any day now. But, while a new leak hints that the device is a
Microsoft is struggling to sell Copilot to corporations - because their employees want ChatGPT instead
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 51min
Microsoft is trying to push its AI chatbot Copilot, but is hitting roadblocks Copilot is struggling against rival ChatGPT ChatGPT launched much earlier, giving the model a head start AI chatbot models like ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot are gaining huge traction in the workplace and beyond, but OpenAI's model is reportedly starting to show dominance in the business world. A Bloomberg report has cl
Proton Mail Has a New Way to Clean Up Your Inbox
How-To Geek / 52min
If you're a fan of the popular Proton Mail app but wish it were easier to clean up and manage your inbox, we have good news. This week, the Swiss company detailed some big changes coming to Proton Mail, including an all-new Newsletter view to help you take back control of that digital landfill.
Logitech G Powerplay 2 Review: Wirelessly Charge as You Mouse
How-To Geek / 52min
The Logitech G Powerplay 2 Wireless Charging System is a mouse pad that frees you from worrying about keeping your Logitech G mouse charged. Unfortunately, that's about all it does. Worse still, it's a clear downgrade from the previous model.
Whoops! The latest Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 colors leak appears to come from Samsung itself
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Colors have leaked for the Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 The leak comes from Samsung's own website We could get three main colors for each phone We've already seen plenty of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7 leaks in recent days – and now it appears Samsung has got in on the act itself As spotted by Android Authority , certain pages have gone live on Samsung's Ireland website, showing three col
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has hit its lowest-ever price ahead of Prime Day
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $200: As of June 25, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (256GB) is on sale for $799.99 at Amazon. This is 20% off its list price of $999.99 and marks its lowest price yet . Opens in a new window Credit: Samsung Samsung Galaxy S25+ (256GB) $799.99 at Amazon $999.99 Save $200 If you've been looking to invest in a new phone , we come with good news: the unlocked Samsung Galaxy S25+ (256GB) has dropped to
YouTube Premium vs. Nebula: Which paid video platform is for you?
Mashable / 1h
I can't responsibly compare YouTube and Nebula without giving some sort of disclosure that these video platforms aren't exactly as comparable as two mid-range noise-cancelling earbuds . Where the earbuds might be intended for exactly the same audience while having some performance differences, YouTube Premium and Nebula ultimately cater to different target audiences. There's overlap in the Venn D
NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for June 25, 2025
Mashable / 1h
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
NASA orbiter snaps photo of Japanese moon lander wreckage
Mashable / 1h
A private Japanese space company said its moon-landing crash earlier this month happened for a different reason than that of its first spacecraft two years prior. A faulty altitude sensor doomed its second Hakuto-R mission attempt to land on the moon on June 5, according to Tokyo-based ispace . Now it’s bringing in outsiders to make sure it doesn’t occur again. In a post-flight analysis announced
How to switch on Android’s Private DNS mode and why you should
Mashable / 1h
Public WiFi networks are a normal part of life, but that doesn't mean we need to accept privacy violations, too. That's why Android's private DNS mode is important. In case you don't know, DNS (or Domain Name System) is the system that links domain names to IP addresses. In other words, it turns those words you type into your address bar into a viable internet destination. Without it, you'd be ty
Did Ironheart just take a shot at Elon Musk?
Mashable / 1h
Marvel's Ironheart is a lot of things: a superhero show, a love letter to Chicago, and a tech-fueled examination of grief. But is it also a sneaky dig at Elon Musk ? The show follows genius inventor Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne), who joins up with a band of Chicago criminals in order to get extra cash for building her Iron Man -style armored suit. Led by Parker "Hood" Robbins (Anthony Ramos),
What Materialists got wrong (and right), according to matchmakers
Mashable / 1h
This article contains spoilers for Materialists . In Celine Song's latest movie Materialists , matchmaker Lucy (Dakota Johnson) is cynical about love. She sees love as a numbers game and a business transaction, both for her clients and herself. In fact, matchmaker and CEO of Agape Matchmaking Maria Avgitidis told Mashable that if Lucy were her client, she'd tell her to be single. "I think Lucy's
Simplify your AI workflow with lifetime access to ChatGPT, Gemini, Midjourney, and more
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Work with multiple AI models in one place forever with 1min.AI ’s Advanced Business Plan Lifetime Subscription , now for only $99.99 (reg. $540). Tired of jumping between tools to get the most out of AI? 1min.AI streamlines your workflow by bringing multiple models into one easy-to-use platform, so you can spend less time switching tabs and more time getting things done. Right now, you can
Turn your phone into a telescope and see the stars — now for the best price online
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Explore the skies with Hestia , the first ever smartphone-based telescope, for $259.99, the best price on the web. Opens in a new window Credit: VAONIS Hestia: First Ever Smartphone-Based Telescope (Ultimate Pack) $259.99 $299 Save $39.01 We turn to our smartphones for everything, so why not for exploring space? The Hestia is the first ever smartphone-based telescope, letting you capture s
Power up your Nintendo Switch controllers in one place with this $17 charging station
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Let the HyperX ChargePlay Quad 2: Nintendo Switch Joy-Con Controller Charging Station keep your controllers powered up and ready, on sale now for $16.99 (reg. $29.99). Don’t let low batteries cut your next Mario Kart match short. The HyperX ChargePlay Quad 2 charges up to four Joy-Cons at once, and it’s currently just $16.99 (reg. $29.99). Prevent dead batteries during game night with this
Make this your summer of self-growth with Headway, now $48 for life
Mashable / 1h
TL;DR: Unlock quick, 15-minute nonfiction book summaries with this lifetime subscription to Headway Premium , on sale now for just $47.99 (reg. $299.95) with code READ20 through July 20. Opens in a new window Credit: Headway Headway Premium: Lifetime Subscription $47.99 $299.95 Save $251.96 with code READ20 In an ideal world, we would all have plenty of time to sit back, relax, and read all the b
Eric Weis essentials for creating podcasts and running a business
Mashable / 1h
Eric Wei started the company Karat Financial to help creators with the financial side of their careers, but he didn't stop there. After spending some time working with a client roster that includes Ludwig , Alex Botez , and Wendover Productions , Wei decided to make content of his own. On The Karat Podcast , he interviews creators (many of whom work with Karat) about their journeys to making it,
I tested the best phone cameras of 2025 — which took the best pictures?
Mashable / 1h
Much like the best smartphones of 2025 , any list of the best smartphone cameras of the year needs to lead off with one fact: We're still waiting on the really good stuff. Samsung's Unpacked event is coming in July , and that's when we expect to see the new Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 . And then we don't expect the iPhone 17 (and hopefully the iPhone 17 Air ) until the fall. Flagship phone releases ten
One Spoon of Chocolate review: As a director, RZA channels Jordan Peeles social horror for an action film
Mashable / 1h
You'd be forgiven for thinking One Spoon of Chocolate was made by someone who's never been near a camera. RZA may not be the first filmmaker to come to mind when thinking of martial arts cinema, but his lifelong obsession with the wuxia genre — seeds planted during the '90s heyday of his legendary rap group, Wu-Tang Clan — feels like it ought to trickle down in some fashion. Unfortunately, the re
Save $100 on the Garmin vívoactive 5 ahead of Prime Day
Mashable / 1h
SAVE $100 : As of June 25, the Garmin vívoactive 5 is on sale for $199.99 at Amazon. That's a 33% saving on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin vívoactive 5 $199.99 at Amazon $299.99 Save $100 The Garmin vívoactive 5 is back on sale, and this time you're saving $100 on list price. The new price is $199.99 as of June 25, and it's not even Prime Day yet. This watch was relea
3 things Rhiannon Williams is into right now
MIT Technology Review / 1h
The last good Instagram account It’s a truth universally acknowledged that social media is a Bad Vibe. Thankfully, there is still one Instagram account worth following that’s just as incisive, funny, and scathing today as when it was founded back in 2016: Every Outfit ( @everyoutfitonsatc ). Originally conceived as an homage to Sex and the City ’s iconic fashion, Every Outfit has since evolved in
Job titles of the future: Pandemic oracle
MIT Technology Review / 1h
Officially, Conor Browne is a biorisk consultant. Based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, he has advanced degrees in security studies and medical and business ethics, along with United Nations certifications in counterterrorism and conflict resolution. He’s worked on teams with NATO’s Science for Peace and Security Programme and with the UN High Commissioner for Refugees, analyzing how diseases affec
The Debrief: Power and energy
MIT Technology Review / 1h
It may sound bluntly obvious, but energy is power. Those who can produce it, especially lots of it, get to exert authority in all sorts of ways. It brings revenue and enables manufacturing, data processing, transportation, and military might. Energy resources are arguably a nation’s most important asset. Look at Russia, or Saudi Arabia, or China, or Canada, or Qatar, or—for that matter—the US. Fo
Why Does Every Commercial for A.I. Think You’re a Moron?
NYT > Technology / 1h
Ads for consumer A.I. are struggling to imagine how the product could improve your day — unless you’re a barely functioning idiot.
Early Prime Day outdoor deals are already pretty impressive
Mashable / 2h
The best early Prime Day outdoor deals at a glance: BEST COOLER DEAL Yeti Roadie 24 hard cooler $200 (save $50) BEST HYDRATION DEAL Stanley Quencher H2.0 FlowState (40-ounce) $29.99 (save $15.01) BEST POWER STATION DEAL Jackery Explorer 300 $168.99 (save $90.01) BEST PORTABLE SPEAKER DEAL Sony ULT Field 3 $148 (save $51.99) BEST ACTION CAMERA DEAL DJI Osmo Action 4 $249 (save $50) The next Amazon
The Amazon Fire TV 2-Series just got a huge early Prime Day discount
Mashable / 2h
SAVE $80 : As of June 25, the Amazon Fire TV 32-inch 2-Series is on sale for $169.99 at Amazon. That's a 32% saving on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire TV 40-inch 2-Series $169.99 at Amazon $249.99 Save $80 With two weeks until Prime Day kicks off, Amazon has decided to give us a little early treat. Right now, the Amazon Fire TV 40-inch 2 Series has been marked dow
7 popular AI agents widely used by companies right now
Mashable / 2h
AI agents are attempting to move past the hype stage and into the office, for real. Once sold as futuristic sidekicks, these systems are being embedded in everyday workflows — taking meetings, drafting emails, pulling reports, even making judgment calls within tightly defined boundaries. They're not fully autonomous, but they don’t need to be. What matters is that they can understand context, fol
The Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 power station just dropped in price again — save $350 ahead of Prime Day
Mashable / 2h
SAVE $350 : As of June 25, the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 is on sale for $448.98 at Amazon. That's a 44% saving on list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Jackery Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 $448.98 at Amazon $799 Save $350.02 Prime Day is just around the corner, but if you can't wait to start scoring some impressive deals, you'll love this hefty Amazon discount on the Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 . Red
The complexity trap: why cybersecurity must be simplified
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
Complex problems often demand simple answers. When we overcomplicate things, whether in life or business, we almost always end up worse off. Later, we look back and think: if only I’d kept it simple. Cybersecurity is no different, though the source of that simplicity may lie in unexpected places. With the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) now sounding the alarm on quantum-era threats and AI-p
Half of social media marketers can't imagine doing their jobs without AI - yet most admit wasting money on it
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
Over half of marketers say they can’t do their jobs without AI, despite poor results Budgets for AI keep rising, even though 81% of leaders say it's being wasted Marketers are stuck manually fixing AI output for days every week Social media professionals have grown increasingly dependent on artificial intelligence, with new research finding more than half saying they now can’t imagine performing
Judge backs AI firm over use of copyrighted books
BBC News / 3h
A US court has ruled Anthropic was not breaching copyright rules when it trained its AI model on books.
Tech Life
BBC News / 3h
What are the advantages of creating a digital mirror of a city – or an entire island?
5 huge stumbling blocks to legacy mainframe EOL
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 4h
From my vantage point, I see the legacy mainframe landscape as both a testament to decades of reliable operation and a critical juncture demanding strategic evolution. The global economy’s reliance on these systems is undeniable – they are the silent workhorses powering a significant majority of business transactions. However, the accelerating pace of technological advancement, coupled with the r
Horrifying: Monster Attacks Toddler At Moscow Airport, Slams Him Into Ground
23One Mile at a Time / 4h
Several OMAAT readers have brought this story to my attention, and I don’t even know what to say… Man becomes violent at airport, puts toddler in coma There’s video footage going viral on social media of a recent incident that occurred at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO). In a video that has been viewed tens of millions of times online in the past 24 hours, a 31-year-old Belarusi
PS At MIA: New Private Luxury Airport Facility, Opening Spring 2026
100+One Mile at a Time / 5h
PS (which was initially founded in 2017 as The Private Suite) is a company that operates exclusive airport facilities, intended to allow people to bypass the typical airport experience, when flying commercially. The first location opened in 2017 in Los Angeles (LAX) , the second location opened in 2023 in Atlanta (ATL) , and there are two more locations expected to open next year, in Dallas (DFW)
Upgrade your PC with Office 2021 and Windows 11 Pro for life for one low price
Mashable / 5h
TL;DR: Add the new OS and Office programs your PC needs with discounted £40.35 bundle of Office 2021 and Windows 11 . There's only one day left to act. Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft The Ultimate Microsoft Office Professional 2021 for Windows: Lifetime License + Windows 11 Pro Bundle £40.35 £306.83 Save £266.48 Buying a new computer is expensive, even if inflation has slowed. Just add Mi
Takeaways From Hard Fork’s Interview With OpenAI’s Sam Altman
NYT > Technology / 5h
Mr. Altman discussed President Trump’s understanding of artificial intelligence, the war for A.I. talent and OpenAI’s relationship with Microsoft.
Puzzle Corner Archives
MIT Technology Review / 6h
July/August 25 Guest edited by Edward Faulkner ’03 May/June 25 Guest edited by Frank Rubin ’62 March/April 25 Guest edited by Michael S. Branicky ’03 January/February 25 Guest edited by Dan Katz ’03 November/December 24 Guest edited by Edward Faulkner ’03 September/October 24 Guest edited by Mark Douma ’63 and Frank Rubin ’62 July/August 24 Puzzle Corner Editor Emeritus Allan Gottlieb ’67 signs o
How to unblock XVideos for free
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Unblock XVideos from anywhere in the world with a VPN . The best VPN for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN . The online world is full of restrictions and blockades , but you don't need to live like this. You can protect your right to online freedom in just a few simple steps, and you don't need to spend anything to do so. Want to unblock porn sites like XVideos for free from anywhere in
How to watch Germany U21 vs. France U21 online for free
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Live stream Germany vs. France in U21 Euro 2025 for free on 4seven . Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Germany take on France in the second U21 Euro 2025 semi final. Both teams squeezed past their opponents at the quarter-final stage. Germany scored in extra time to beat Italy, whereas France struck twice in the last 10 minutes to knock out Denmar
How to watch England U21 vs. Netherlands U21 online for free
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Live stream England vs. Netherlands in U21 Euro 2025 for free on Channel 4 . Access this free streaming site from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . U21 Euro 2025 has been really entertaining, with a number of big performances from top teams. Arguably the biggest performance of the tournament came from England in their quarter-final matchup against Spain. England came through to secur
Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on June 25 2025
20Mashable / 6h
Looking up at the sky and wondering where the moon is? Today's lack of beautiful moonlight isn't a mystery; it's to do with where we are in the lunar cycle. Intrigued? Keep reading. The lunar cycle is a series of eight phases of the moon's visibility, based on how much light the sun shines on it. The whole cycle takes about 29.5 days, according to NASA , and these different phases happen as the S
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for June 25, 2025
Mashable / 6h
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
Four Astronauts Lift Off on Axiom Mission to the I.S.S.
23NYT > Technology / 6h
Sponsored by governments but ferried by a private company, astronauts from Hungary, India and Poland are going to the space station for the first time.
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for June 25, 2025
Mashable / 7h
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 25
Mashable / 7h
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 25, 2025
Mashable / 7h
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 25, 2025
Mashable / 7h
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
Damage Assessment of Iran Fordow Enrichment Facility
Next Big Future / 9h
There have been assessments of the physical damage to Iran’s Fordow nuclear enrichment facility. The general assessment is that the enriched uranium was moved. It was likely moved near Isfahan, which was also hit. However, we do not know where the enriched uranium is. It is likely the centrifuges could not be moved and were ... Read more
Ironheart review: Grief and AI collide in Ryan Cooglers Marvel series
27Mashable / 9h
In a surprising turn of events, Marvel's Ironheart series has just as much in common with Black Mirror 's devastating "Be Right Back" episode as it does with any Iron Man film. On the Iron Man front, we've got an explosive story of an inventor crafting a high-tech armored suit. In Ironheart 's case, that inventor is none other than genius Riri Williams (Dominique Thorne), first introduced in Blac
Avianca Expands Business Class To 80 Routes Within The Americas
51One Mile at a Time / 9h
Avianca is continuing the process of introducing business class on more routes within the Americas, reversing a decision that was made back in 2022. While the airline has been progressively restoring business class on routes since 2023, the airline is really supercharging the number of routes that will have this product. Avianca cut business class on most routes in 2022 For some background, in th
‘Ironheart’ Has Kinks to Work Out, But Flies High Enough
100+Gizmodo / 9h
Marvel gets another addition to its solid-enough club with Phase Five closer 'Ironheart,' now streaming on Disney+.
The Secret Reason So Many College Students Are Relying on AI Is Incredibly Sad
Futurism / 10h
According to a new study, a staggering majority of American college students are using artificial intelligence in their studies — and the reason why is a pathos-laden dispatch from an education system in crisis. In a new study in the journal Tech Trends , researchers from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte found not only that most students are now using AI to assist in their schoolwork
‘Andor’ Star Stellan Skarsgård Was the Ultimate ‘Star Wars’ Script Rulebreaker
28Gizmodo / 10h
Co-stars Diego Luna and Adria Arjona reminisced about the lengths the cast went to learn their lines on the highly secretive Disney+ show.
Zombie Dong Will Return in ’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’
100+Gizmodo / 11h
The unmissable Alpha zombie, Samson, will return in the Nia DaCosta sequel, out in January.
Lost In The Noise: Chase Sapphire Preferred Launches 75K Bonus, Preserves Crucial Benefit Sapphire Reserve Dropped
View from the Wing / 11h
With Chase's new rules it's possible to hold both a Sapphire Preferred and Reserve at the same time, though you won't likely be offered the initial bonus if you have an open Sapphire account (or if you have gotten a bonus for the card in the past). Continue reading ...
Iran-Israel Ceasefire Shakily Holding But Drone Chaos and Possible Uprising in Iran
Next Big Future / 11h
It looks like a fragile peace might happen. It is still only hours old. There is also checkpoints and drone and other chaos inside Iran. This could be part of the regime not willing to follow the peace and it could also be mixed in with an uprising by others. There still needs to be ... Read more
Review: Misen Chef's Knife
500+Wired / 11h
A new chef's knife from Misen promises high-grade steel, a santoku-style blade angle, and free sharpening for life, all for $65.
Review: Weber Genesis II LX Grill
100+Wired / 11h
This grill's burners go to 11, but that's still not high enough.
Windows 11 Locks Away These 4 Features, but They Should Be Standard
How-To Geek / 11h
Microsoft has developed countless fantastic features for Windows over the years, but for some reason, they usually don’t wind up included by default. Instead, you have to download a separate program called PowerToys to get access to them. Some of them are so great they definitely need to be added to Windows as stock features.
'Fast tech' warning as demand for cheap gadgets heats up
BBC News / 11h
A not-for-profit warns cheap, quickly disposed of gadgets could become the new "fast fashion".
Doug Liman Will Attempt to Cram Stephen King’s Epic Novel ‘The Stand’ Into a Single Movie
71Gizmodo / 11h
The director of 'Edge of Tomorrow,' 'The Bourne Identity,' and last year's 'Road House' will tackle a new take on the post-apocalyptic tale.
How Synthflow AI is cutting through the noise in a loud AI voice category
28TechCrunch / 11h
Synthflow is a no-code platform that lets enterprises build and deploy customized white-labeled voice AI customer service agents. The company was founded in 2023 and has amassed more than 1,000 customers and handled more than 45 million calls.
People Are Already Dropping Dead as Extreme Heat Scorches the US
25Futurism / 12h
In large swaths of these United States, people are already dying from this summer's brutal heat wave. According to St. Louis' KMOV , a 55-year-old woman was found dead in her apartment this week after her electricity had been shut off during this so-called " heat dome " phenomenon — which involves heat being trapped by atmospheric conditions, as if by a lid or a cap. Reporting from KSDK , another
Windows 10's Free Extended Support Will Make You Use OneDrive
How-To Geek / 12h
It's a known fact that Microsoft is really into shoving its services down people's throats. I haven't seen attempts at doing so that are as blatant as this one, though. Microsoft will, after all, allow you to continue updating Windows 10 past its EOD date, if you agree to do a little something.
Delta One Lounge Seattle (SEA) Opening, With Great Dining, Huge Terrace
100+One Mile at a Time / 12h
Over the past year or so, Delta Air Lines has been very nicely growing its network of Delta One Lounges , which are exceptional , among the best you’ll find in the US . So far, we’ve seen lounges open in New York (JFK) , Los Angeles (LAX) , and Boston (BOS) . There’s now an exciting update, as the fourth location in the network will be opening this week, in Seattle (SEA). Let’s take a look at eve
If You Own an iPhone, Amazon Is Offering a Free AirTag Before Prime Day
51Gizmodo / 12h
To get your free AirTag, you’ll need to buy a pack that includes three other AirTags.
‘Witcher’ Author Understands Why George R.R. Martin Is Taking So Long on ‘Winds of Winter’
46Gizmodo / 12h
Andrzej Sapkowski was asked about his fellow veteran fantasy author at a recent book festival in Poland.
New judge’s ruling makes OpenAI keeping a record of all your ChatGPT chats one step closer to reality
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
A federal judge rejected a ChatGPT user's petition against her order that OpenAI preserve all ChatGPT chats The order followed a request by The New York Times as part of its lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft OpenAI plans to continue arguing against the ruling OpenAI will be holding onto all of your conversations with ChatGPT and possibly sharing them with a lot of lawyers, even the ones you th
9 Art House Movies Anyone Can Appreciate
How-To Geek / 12h
Tired of all the mainstream movie formulas? Sick of yet another superhero film or predictable romantic comedy? So are lots of people, but at the same time, you're probably not keen to jump in at the other extreme and indulge in experimental arthouse movies.
I Use This Surprising Ingredient for an Egg-Free Fried Chicken Crust
Lifehacker / 12h
The only bad fried chicken is soggy fried chicken. (And even then, honestly, a quick air fry’ll fix it right up.) However, there are indisputably great ways to get a crackling crust, and those should
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