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Buy Air France-KLM Flying Blue Miles For 45% Off (1.68 Cents Per Point)
1KOne Mile at a Time / 51min
Strategically buying miles & points for luxury travel can be a great deal. We’ve just seen the Air France-KLM Flying Blue program launch a new promotion on purchased miles. This offer is just about as good as the deals we see from Flying Blue program nowadays, since it has been over a year since we’ve seen a 100% bonus or 50% discount. Promotion on purchased Flying Blue miles Through 11:59PM CET
More than 10 European startups became unicorns this year
TechCrunch / 5min
This is a good indication of the sectors that are hot among investors, from biotech and defense tech to AI, AI, and AI.
Stephen King posts a brutal assessment of what Trump is doing to America
Mashable / 18min
Stephen King paused his recent run of horror movie reviews on Wednesday to give a damning assessment of what Trump is doing to America. The legendary author, who has attacked Trump on social media many times in the past, accused the president of turning the country into a fascist state. SEE ALSO: Stephen King shares his 8-word review of 'Weapons' "We can kid about Trump, but it’s no joking matter
EU rejects claims of censorship targeting US tech giants – but Trump threatens sanctions
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / now
The European Commission rejects accusations that the Digital Services Act (DSA) is designed to harm US big tech The EU also denies that DSA content-removal requirements constitute internet censorship This comes as Trump threatens sanctions against EU member states implementing DSA rules No, the EU's Digital Service Act (DSA) doesn't constitute internet censorship and isn't designed to harm US big
Samsung’s next big phone and tablet launch is on September 4 – here’s what to expect
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / now
Samsung has announced an event on September 4 We'll likely see the Galaxy Tab S11 series and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE Other leaks have given us a clear idea of what to expect from the Galaxy Tab S11 series It’s a busy time for smartphone launches, because not only has the Google Pixel 10 series just launched, with the iPhone 17 series likely to land in a matter of weeks, but Samsung has also now
Business VPN should be dead by now. So why is it still thriving?
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 22min
If Zero Trust actually worked like the industry said it would, VPNs would’ve disappeared years ago. Instead, they’re booming. We’ve all heard the warnings, seen the vendor pitches, and read enough LinkedIn posts to fill several lifetimes: Zero trust is supposed to be here. And yet, despite all that hype, the business VPN market isn’t just alive — it's thriving, projected to nearly double from $5.
Tech firms see UK as most attractive market to grow - but for how long?
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 37min
Three in five firms would pick UK over Europe, APAC and US for tech investments, Barclays report finds Tech companies saw cash flows and savings rise, overdrafts reduce Further government support is needed for long-term support New research from Barclays has claimed tech firms are increasingly seeing the UK as an attractive place to invest, with 62% of tech leaders favoring the UK over Europe and
Geopolitics is forcing the data sovereignty issue and it might just be a good thing
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
From the war in Ukraine, to the Middle East, and escalating tensions in the South China Sea, the threat of conflict is forcing governments and businesses to confront an uncomfortable truth that digital systems are not immune to geopolitical pressure. At London Tech Week recently UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that the way that war is being fought “has changed profoundly,” adding that technol
When ransomware hits home: putting your people first
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 1h
Picture the scene. The head of IT security at a major business has just managed their team through several weeks of grueling work in containment and recovery after the latest ransomware attack. Their critical systems are back online, but after constant crunch time and sleepless nights, the team is visibly fraying; morale is low, anxiety is high, and there is more than one empty desk where senior
Closing the gap between AppSec intent and implementation
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
For many years, application security (AppSec) occupied a small technical niche within cybersecurity and was rarely seen as a critical boardroom-level priority. Today, though, we can see awareness shifting. In recent research conducted by Checkmarx, nearly half of CISOs said they believe buyers now factor AppSec into purchasing decisions, showing its increased strategic weight in business operatio
The UK must get real about cyber-physical sabotage
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 2h
Let’s be clear: the UK is no longer preparing for hybrid threats; we’re already living through them. What happened at RAF Brize Norton wasn’t just a protest gone too far. It was an act of sabotage against operational military aircraft, carried out using scooters, paint, and basic hand tools. The fact that it succeeded tells us everything we need to know about the state of our national security po
SpaceX Starlink Adding 1 Million Customers Every 2 Months
Next Big Future / 2h
SpaceX Starlink has 7 million customers. They added 1 million since June 2025. This is on pace to about 9-10 million by the end of 2025. The increasing speed of adding 1 million customers would reach End of 2025: approximately 9.6 million Middle of 2026: approximately 15.2 million End of 2026: approximately 24.3 million 2026 ... Read more
After a year of MagSafe case frustration, Pixelsnap is the only Pixel 10 upgrade I care about
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 4h
I spent a year wrestling with MagSafe cases on my Google Pixel 9, from misaligned rings to hot, flaky charging. That’s why Pixelsnap (native magnets plus Qi2) is the only Pixel 10 feature I care about. While my colleagues wax lyrical about camera and AI upgrades , I’m just here reliving a year with the Pixel 9. I’ve always envied Apple’s MagSafe wizardry, but adding compatibility with third-party
Maisa AI gets $25M to fix enterprise AI’s 95% failure rate
22TechCrunch / 4h
Maisa AI is built on the premise that enterprise automation requires accountable AI agents, not opaque black boxes.
Hurdle hints and answers for August 28, 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
How to watch the 2025 Zurich Diamond League Final online for free
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Live stream the 2025 Zurich Diamond League Final for free on BBC iPlayer . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The World Athletics Championships are just around the corner, with the best athletes from all around the world ready to compete for the top prizes. Qualification for the World Championships was particularly fierce this year, which means
How to unblock Pornhub for free in Florida
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Unblock Pornhub from Florida with a VPN . The best service for unblocking porn sites is ExpressVPN . We're sure you're already aware, but just in case you've been living under a rock, you should know that more than a third of U.S. states have introduced age verification laws for online adult content, including Florida. In response to the introduction of these new requirements, Pornhub has
25+ of the best Stanford University courses you can take online for free
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Online courses from Stanford University are available to take for free on edX. edX is one of the best places to find online courses on a wide range of subjects, including AI, Python, business, and much more. And better yet, these online courses are delivered by famous schools like Stanford University. This is your chance to become a student of Stanford University without spending anything.
Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on August 28, 2025
Mashable / 4h
The moon is becoming brighter and fuller as we work our way through the lunar cycle. The lunar cycle takes about 29.5 days, according to NASA , and these different phases happen as the Sun lights up different parts of the moon whilst it orbits Earth. So let's see what's happening with the moon tonight, Aug. 28. What is today’s moon phase? As of Thursday, Aug. 28, the moon phase is Waxing Crescent
Nearly Every Whale Shark at This Tourist Destination Bears Human-Made Scars
Gizmodo / 5h
Whale sharks are getting brutalized by tourists and fishers, new research shows.
Japanese town proposes two-hour daily limit on smartphones
26BBC News / 5h
The limit would only apply outside of work and study time and no fines would be given if breached
Perplexity says its Comet Plus browser will save online journalism, but it’s still an AI middleman
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 6h
Perplexity enhanced its AI-powered Comet browser with a new $5 monthly subscription service called Comet Plus, which, at first glance, seems like Perplexity looked out at the bleak, ad-choked wasteland of modern digital publishing and decided it could offer something better to consumers and publishers. It's a simple pitch. With Comet Plus, you get AI access to premium news content, such as Gannet
NYT Pips hints, answers for August 28
Mashable / 6h
Pips is the newest game in the New York Times catalogue. Released in August 2025, the new game puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit. Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move onto the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you covered! Below are
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for August 28, 2025
Mashable / 6h
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 August 28, 2025
Mashable / 6h
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 August 28, 2025
Mashable / 6h
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
Huge Number of Authors Stand to Get Paid After Anthropic Agrees to Settle Potentially $1 Trillion Lawsuit
Futurism / 7h
As OpenAI's ChatGPT and its imitators exploded onto the world stage over the past few years, they kicked off a series of legal showdowns that are still working their way through the courts. The New York Times is suing OpenAI . Disney is suing Midjourney . And in a class action case representing potentially millions of writers, book authors are suing Anthropic . All these cases are orbiting around
Top CDC Officials Resign After Director Is Pushed Out
70Wired / 8h
The exodus has set off alarms among staff at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: “My main concern is they will be replaced with puppets.”
Corsair has just solved a major multitasking issue I've had with PC gaming, and I'm all in
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
Corsair just launched a new 14.5-inch touchscreen display, the Xeneon Edge It's built for multitasking as a secondary screen for desktop PC users It's available now on Corsair's online store, $250 / £219.99 / around AU$385.99 Multitasking is a prominent factor for many PC users, and one that can easily be achieved with dual monitor setups using some of the best monitors on the market, but it can
AMD's next-gen flagship GPU could rival Nvidia's mighty RTX 5090 - and I couldn't be more excited
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 8h
Yet another leak has emerged about AMD's next-gen GPUs It shows a powerful flagship, one that could potentially rival the RTX 5090 Other models include a mid-ranger, along with two lower-end offerings Another rumor has outlined AMD's apparent plans for its next-gen range of graphics cards , again indicating that Team Red intends to compete at the high-end this time around. Of course, that's an ar
With India’s corporate banking lagging decades behind consumer fintech, TransBnk raises $25M to bridge the gap
TechCrunch / 8h
TransBnk has raised $25 million in a round led by Bessemer Venture Partners to digitize India’s corporate banking.
Apple could give Siri a big Gemini upgrade – here are 5 reasons why I really hope that happens
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
Apple is reportedly in discussion with Google to add Gemini to Private Cloud Compute, ready to power Siri with Apple Intelligence. The news came from top insider Mark Gurman , who said, "A few weeks ago, Apple approached the search giant about making a version of its Gemini AI models." Gurman even said Google was developing this custom model right now with Apple's involvement, pointing towards th
CDC Director Denies Report She’s Been Fired by Trump Regime (HHS Says She’s Out)
85Gizmodo / 9h
Susan Monarez is reportedly being pushed out for not supporting RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine agenda.
AI "set to supercharge insider threats" - as cybersecurity professionals warn of an impending AI agent onslaught
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 9h
Exabeam report claims AI is driving insider threats, that are now outpacing external cyberattacks Most firms have insider programs, but lack advanced behavioral analytics needed for early detection Generative AI agents create faster, stealthier risks that traditional defenses cannot easily catch How organizations view insider risk is changing, according to a new report from Exabeam which claims i
Apple warns UK against introducing tougher tech regulation
21BBC News / 9h
The iPhone maker is pushing back against proposed changes required by the UK competition watchdog
Review: St. Regis Kanai Resort, Riviera Maya, Mexico (I’m Impressed!)
One Mile at a Time / 9h
Our older son, Miles, recently turned three years old. We wanted to do something for his birthday — he asked to fly somewhere (yay, he’s getting into airplanes!), to a destination with a beach or pool. Or at least that was my interpretation. 😉 Ford and I didn’t want to go too far (since our younger son, Jet, would stay behind with family, given that he wasn’t even six weeks old), and we ultimate
This teeny tiny headphone DAC adds hi-res wireless tech to any wired headphones, so you can go audiophile anywhere
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 10h
The iFi's Go Blu Air is a small battery-powered Bluetooth DAC Three-stage processing for optimal audio $129 / £129 / AU$229, available now iFi has announced a new super-portable Bluetooth DAC, the iFi Go Blu Air. It's extremely small even by iFi's usual standards: if the firm's portable DACs get much smaller, they'll be able to sell them to ants. The Go Blu Air may be small – it's only 5cm tall –
Samsung will hold another Unpacked on September 4
Engadget / 10h
Samsung is hosting another Unpacked event on September 4, and this time it'll only be available to watch virtually. The event will stream on Samsung's YouTube page and website at 5:30AM ET, following the in-person launch events the company held for the Galaxy S25 line in January and the new Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 in July. With most of the company's smartphone lineup accounted for, Samsung w
This dorm-sized mini TV is only $69.99 right now (yes, really)
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $60: The Insignia 32-inch LED Smart Fire TV is once again marked down to $69.99 at Amazon, a steep 46% discount from its retail price. Opens in a new window Credit: Insignia Insignia 32-inch LED Smart Fire TV $69.99 at Amazon $129.99 Save $60.00 We're not sure if we should call this a back-to-school sale , a Labor Day sale , or a really convenient impulse buy for college students . Whatever
This Is When Samsung Will Announce Its Newest Hardware
How-To Geek / 10h
Samsung has been on a roll lately when it comes to hardware events. And the company is not done yet. It has already announced this year's new foldables, but it still has some stuff in the chamber—its newest hardware is coming next week, so get ready.
All aboard: Amtrak's next-generation Acela makes long-awaited debut
The Points Guy Articles / 10h
After years of delays, the day is finally here: The fastest train in the U.S. is ready for its big debut. That's Amtrak's all-new next-generation Acela , which can (theoretically) travel at 160 mph. The trainsets, which will become a mainstay on tracks between Boston and Washington, D.C., were first delivered in 2020, but they've since been sitting in the railyard for half a decade awaiting the c
AI boom boosts Nvidia despite 'geopolitical issues'
BBC News / 10h
Nvidia remains exposed to geopolitical tensions between the US and China.
OpenAI and Anthropic conducted safety evaluations of each other's AI systems
Engadget / 10h
Most of the time, AI companies are locked in a race to the top, treating each other as rivals and competitors. Today, OpenAI and Anthropic revealed that they agreed to evaluate the alignment of each other's publicly available systems and shared the results of their analyses. The full reports get pretty technical, but are worth a read for anyone who's following the nuts and bolts of AI development
OpenAI Admits Safety Controls ‘Degrade,’ As Wrongful Death Lawsuit Grabs Headlines
Gizmodo / 10h
California couple Maria and Matt Raine say that ChatGPT assisted in the suicide of their 16-year-old son, Adam.
Google Pixel 10 review: New AI features dont quite make up for mostly iterative improvements
Mashable / 10h
Last year, I thought Google’s Pixel 9 was a perfectly fine Android phone saddled with a bunch of AI features that ranged from “sorta neat to try once” to “actively pointless.” I had a similar experience with the Google Pixel 10 . The base model of Google’s latest flagship, to its credit, does offer a couple of much-needed hardware improvements, namely a larger battery and a telephoto zoom lens on
Hack your streaming — save $15 on the Roku 4K streaming stick on Amazon
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $15: As of Aug. 27, the Roku Streaming Stick 4K is just $34.99 at Amazon. That's down from its regular $49.99 list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Roku Roku Streaming Stick 4K $34.99 at Amazon $49.99 Save $15 If you’ve been thinking about cutting down on clutter or simply giving your old TV a modern refresh, this little stick might be all you need. The Roku Streaming Stick 4K aims to ta
The Amazon Fire Max 11 is on sale for over $50 off
Mashable / 10h
SAVE $55 : As of Aug. 27, the Amazon Fire Max 11 is on sale for $224.99 at Amazon. That's a 20% saving on the list price. Opens in a new window Credit: Amazon Amazon Fire Max 11 $224.99 at Amazon $279.99 Save $55 For mornings with a coffee and evenings on the couch, a good tablet is the perfect partner. And the Amazon Fire Max 11 is about as good as it gets for most users. One of the most advance
This retro console comes with 1000s of preloaded games, and its on sale for under $90
Mashable / 10h
TL;DR : Kick it old school with the Kinhank Super Console , packed with retro games and on sale now for just $89.97 (reg. $159.99) with free shipping until Sept. 7. Opens in a new window Credit: Kinhank Kinhank Super Console X2 Pro Retro Gaming Emulator and Streaming Console $89.97 $159.99 Save $70.02 Ready to take a trip down memory lane? Imagine playing the retro games you loved — without havin
Upgrade your downtime with this app’s bite-sized book summaries
Mashable / 10h
TL;DR : Learn something new in 15 minutes with nonfiction book summaries from this lifetime subscription to Headway Premium , now just $47.99 (reg. $299.95) — the best price online — with code READ20 through Sept. 7 during this limited-time price drop. Opens in a new window Credit: Headway Headway Premium: Lifetime Subscription $47.99 $299.95 Save $251.96 Wish you could read that buzzy new book e
Xbox Just Made This Game Pass Feature Cheaper
Lifehacker / 10h
Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding Lifehacker as a preferred source for tech news . In an uncharacteristic move for a company known for raising prices on its gaming subscription , Microsoft actually just took a feature that used to be exclusive to its highest tier of Game Pass subscribers and gave it to all con
$1 trillion worth of data centers by 2030: US leads the way when it comes to colocation and hyperscale capacity - but for how long?
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
Vacancy rates plummet as data centers struggle to match unprecedented demand Northern Virginia dominates capacity while emerging markets grow at an explosive pace Developers rush projects, yet 73% of new capacity is already preleased Data centers are becoming the backbone of digital infrastructure, with vacancy rates in North America now at an all-time low of 2.3%, new JLL research has claimed. D
Nvidia Shares Drop on Earnings Beat
Next Big Future / 11h
NVIDIA shares fell ~4-5% in after-hours trading erasing some pre-earnings gains despite the overall beat. This reaction stems from a mix of high market expectations, subtle misses, and broader concerns. Slight Miss on Key Segment: Data Center revenue ($41.1B) came in just below estimates (~$41.2-41.3B), which is the core driver of NVIDIA’s growth. At NVIDIA’s ... Read more
CDC director has been ousted just weeks after Senate confirmation
21Ars Technica - All content / 11h
Just weeks after being confirmed by the Senate , Susan Monarez has been ousted from the now thoroughly battered public health agency. The news was first reported by The Washington Post , which cited multiple officials within the Trump administration. After Ars Technica contacted the Department of Health and Human Services for confirmation of the ouster, HHS responded with a link to a post on the
One of the Most Shocking Scenes in ‘Weapons’ Is Now Online
Gizmodo / 11h
Relive this spoiler-filled revelation featuring Amy Madigan as Aunt Gladys in the Zach Cregger film.
5 TV Shows That Left Fans Hanging: Unresolved Cliffhangers and Canceled Series
How-To Geek / 11h
A good story needs a beginning, middle, and end. However, with TV series that have uncertain futures and are basically open-ended for most of their runs, an ending isn't always on the cards.
OpenAI Says It's Scanning Users' ChatGPT Conversations and Reporting Content to the Police
33Futurism / 11h
For the better part of a year , we've watched — and reported — in horror as more and more stories emerge about AI chatbots leading people to self-harm , delusions , hospitalization , arrest , and suicide . As the loved ones of the people impacted by these dangerous bots rally for change to prevent such harm from happening to anyone else, the companies that run these AIs have been slow to implemen
These Sonos Speakers Are on Sale for Labor Day
Lifehacker / 11h
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. Labor Day sales are rolling in, and Lifehacker is sharing the best sales based on product reviews, comparisons, and price-tracking tools before they’re over. You can also subscribe to our shopping newsletter , Add to Cart, for the best sales sent to your inbox. Labor Day sa
What’s Coming to Prime Video In September 2025
How-To Geek / 11h
If you’re a fan of Prime Video , here’s some good news: September is going to be a killer month full of great movies and TV shows. Those who enjoy the rough and rowdy world of The Boys will be pleased to know that Season 2 of Gen V (the spinoff that takes this quirky comic franchise back to school) is releasing on September 17. Fan hopes are high, especially among those of us who felt the last se
US startup set to test new CPU that could herald the era of Exaflop on a single chip - I still can't believe Neurophos's OPU claims to deliver 234 POPS with a 1000 Petaflops model planned
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 11h
Neurophos develops photonic AI chips replacing electrons with light for efficiency Pilot with Terakraft aims to demonstrate sustainable ultra-efficient optical computing Single chip promises 100 GPUs performance using 1% energy consumption An American startup is preparing to test an experimental processor which could deliver performance at a scale never before achieved on a single chip. Neurophos
MAGA Billionaire’s Favorite New School Does Not Have Teachers, Allows Kids to Earn Money
Gizmodo / 11h
A training ground for the next generation of capitalists is expanding.
Microsoft Is Finally Improving Bluetooth Audio Quality During Calls
Lifehacker / 12h
Did you know you can customize Google to filter out garbage? Take these steps for better search results, including adding my work at Lifehacker as a preferred source . Has this ever happened to you? You're playing a game on your PC with Bluetooth headphones, when a friend wants to start a voice chat. But when you jump on the call, all of a sudden your game's audio plummets in quality, sounding mu
Nvidia reports record sales as the AI boom continues
38TechCrunch / 12h
Nvidia's revenue hit $46.7 billion in the second quarter, a 56% increase compared to the same period last year.
CDC slashed food safety surveillance, now tracks only 2 of 8 top infections
100+Ars Technica - All content / 12h
In July, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention dramatically, but quietly, scaled back a food safety surveillance system, cutting active tracking from eight top foodborne infections down to just two, according to a report by NBC News . The Foodborne Diseases Active Surveillance Network (FoodNet)—a network of surveillance sites that spans 10 states and covers about 54 million Americans (16
Russian space official: “We need to stop lying to ourselves” about health of industry
Ars Technica - All content / 12h
The chief of Russia's main spacecraft manufacturer issued a dire warning this week, saying that his corporation has reached a "critical" condition and cannot continue in its present state. "The situation is critical: multi-million dollar debts, interest on loans that 'eat up' the budget, many processes that are ineffective, and a significant part of the team has lost motivation and a sense of sha
Your car could be at risk – new Flipper Zero craze sees car thieves use cheap hacking device, and there's no easy fix
Adversary-in-the-Middle (Enterprise T1557)•
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
A $199 hacking device is reportedly being used to steal cars Specially-developed patches allow thieves to exploit security vulnerabilities Widespread attacks have affected Kia and Hyundai models in the past A diminutive orange-and-white device, which costs just $199 in the US (around £150 / AU$310), is reportedly being used to remotely unlock modern vehicles. An in-depth report by 404 Media found
Taylor Swift’s engagement is perfect timing for The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 episode 8 to use her most devastating song
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Spoilers for The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 episode 8 ahead. This week, it's wedding bells: successfully for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's real life engagement (yay), and not-so-successfully for Belly (Lola Tung) and Jeremiah's (Gavin Casalegno) called-off wedding in The Summer I Turned Pretty season 3 episode 8. It's the move we all saw coming, with Jeremiah admitting he's known about Bel
How Marvel’s Huge Budget for ‘Eternals’ Actually Worked Against It
30Gizmodo / 12h
The experience taught director Chloé Zhao that bigger isn't always better.
Crystal Dynamics announces layoffs, but says Tomb Raider will not be impacted
Engadget / 12h
Crystal Dynamics, the studio behind the recent Tomb Raider games, announced an unspecified number of layoffs today. In a post on LinkedIn, the game developer kept the size of the cuts vague, only stating that "a number of our talented colleagues" would be impacted. In what's becoming an all-too-familiar refrain, the company cited "evolving business conditions" as the reason for the layoffs. "This
Google launches new device protection program called Pixel Care+
TechCrunch / 12h
Google says Pixel Care+ provides a "higher level of coverage, service and peace of mind for Google hardware owners."
Wireless Charging: Convenient But Flawed as Primary Power Source
How-To Geek / 12h
Just about everything is wireless these days, and that includes the charging system of many smartphones. It's convenient for sure, but will wireless charging ever become the default way to charge or power our devices? I think the odds are pretty much zero.
AI Chatbots Are Trapping Users in Bizarre Mental Spirals for a Dark Reason, Experts Say
Futurism / 12h
Are "dark patterns" and product design choices to blame for the disturbing phenomenon increasingly referred to as "AI psychosis" by mental health professionals? According to some experts, the answer is yes. AI chatbots are pulling a large number of people into strange mental spirals , in which the human-sounding AI convinces users that they've unlocked a sentient being or spiritual entity, uncove
FEMA Staffers Warned of Looming ‘Katrina-Level’ Disaster, Then Got Suspended
76Gizmodo / 12h
After Katrina, Congress built safeguards to protect the U.S. from future storms. Now, the Trump administration is rolling back those reforms.
Nvidia Earnings Show Sales Jump Amid Strong Demand for A.I. Chips
NYT > Technology / 12h
The chipmaker, now the most valuable public company in the world, said strong demand for its chips should continue this quarter.
Google's Browser-Based Video Editor Is Now Available for Free
Lifehacker / 12h
Google Vids is the company's web-based video editor, and you can now use it for free . Up until now, Vids was available only for paying Google Workspace subscribers, but this move makes it accessible to everyone. The pitch here is quite simple: Vids is a simple video editing tool that integrates extremely well with Google Drive . You can use basic editing tools and templates for free, and if you'
Microsoft Copilot is now a talking blob on Samsung TVs
Engadget / 12h
Copilot, Microsoft's AI assistant that's integrated into Windows and Microsoft 365, is making the jump to your living room. The company has announced that select Samsung TVs will now be able to access Copilot to ask questions and receive recommendations via voice chat, with the AI assistant represented on your screen as a talking blob. Based on Microsoft's examples, Copilot can recap shows, offer
911 centers are so understaffed, they’re turning to AI to answer calls
32TechCrunch / 12h
The company offers an AI voice assistant that helps 911 centers handle non-emergency calls.
Japanese Online Marketplace Begs People to Stop Selling Ultrasound Photos
Gizmodo / 12h
Keep it to yourself.
Delta Launching Boston To Madrid & Nice Flights In Summer 2026
84One Mile at a Time / 12h
Every summer, we see the global US carriers announce new routes to Europe, given the amount of seasonal leisure demand that exists. Along those lines, Delta has just announced two new transatlantic flights for 2026, from one of its growing long haul hubs. Delta adding two new Europe routes from Boston Delta has announced that it plans to add two new summer seasonal long haul routes from Boston Lo
This 24-inch reflective LCD screen is an interesting alternative to expensive e-ink monitors, but I struggle to see who will use it
Latest from TechRadar US in News,opinion / 12h
Reflective LCD reduces energy use while raising doubts about mainstream adoption Eazeye Monitor 2.0 consumes only 7 watts during operation under normal use Outdoor performance improves with ambient light instead of artificial backlight The Eazeye Monitor 2.0 is a 24-inch reflective LCD screen designed to function as an energy-efficient alternative to traditional LCDs and expensive e-ink monitors.
Samsung Summer Deals Slashes Prices on Phones and More
How-To Geek / 12h
Summer is winding down, but it's not over yet. That's why Samsung just launched several summer deals that'll help you save big on its best phones , foldables, earbuds, and more. You can get $300 off the all-new Galaxy Z Fold 7, and even more with a trade-in, or grab the fancy Galaxy S25 Edge at a discounted price.
AI Bubble Watch: Nvidia Shares Skid on Middling Q2 Results
Gizmodo / 12h
Nvidia dominates the AI market, which means the company’s earnings results are highly anticipated each quarter.
Passenger Assaulted in Viral TikTok Video Sues Southwest Airlines, Blames Seating Plan
Gizmodo / 12h
Southwest is transitioning to assigned seats in January 2026.
BioShock creator Ken Levine's Judas game still exists, now has key art
Engadget / 12h
Remember Judas ? No, not the biblical figure and not the Lady Gaga bop , this Judas is a project from Ghost Story Games. If you don't remember, it's the game that was reportedly in " development hell " before it was even announced . The team, led by BioShock creator Ken Levine, had gone pretty quiet for a few years after releasing the debut trailer, but today teased a look at some key art and mec
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