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Amazon Data Center Linked to Cluster of Rare Cancers
300+Futurism / 15h
For the hundreds of communities who’ve been saddled with data centers in recent years, the bulky fixtures are sources of unbearable noise , soaring energy prices , and plenty of electrical fires . Add another grim possibility to that list: debilitating rare cancers. Reporting on the “data center boom” in the state of Oregon, Rolling Stone tells the story of Jim Doherty, a cattle rancher and forme
New York state law takes aim at personalized pricing
61TechCrunch / 11h
Businesses that use personalized pricing are now required to tell customers, “This price was set by an algorithm using your personal data."
The new AirDrop feature on the Google Pixel 10 is proving buggy for some users
Latest from TechRadar / 16h
Android and AirDrop have only been connected for a little over a week, and we're already seeing issues.
Score $30 off the newly-released SCUF Valor Pro Xbox controller for Black Friday
Mashable / 32min
SAVE $30: The SCUF Valor Pro Xbox controller is on sale for $159.99 over at Amazon. This controller was just released in October, making this a rare opportunity to get it for $30 less. Opens in a new window Credit: SCUF SCUF Valor Pro Xbox controller $159.99 at Amazon $189.99 Save $30 Now that Black Friday is over, Cyber Monday is coming in full swing, and you can already start finding deals all
Black Friday 2025 includes some truly epic robovac discounts – as TechRadar's resident expert, these are the 5 I'd recommend
Latest from TechRadar / 56min
There are plenty of deeply discounted robot vacuums during Black Friday, but my picks are all-in-one options that vacuum, mop and self-clean – prices from just AU$426.
Google Leads AI Model Battle
Next Big Future / 2h
Ark Invest thinks Google has taken the lead with Gemini 3 + Nano Banana Pro. Brett Winton thinks we are heading from transformer architecture to a mix of transformer, diffusion and memory. In the medium term (1-2 years) Google’s distribution, bundling, and cost advantages are seen as the biggest structural moat. They predict that when ... Read more
Our tech editors favorite earbuds are $77 off at Amazon for Cyber Monday
Mashable / 2h
SAVE $77: The Technics Reference Class Hi-Fi AZ100 wireless earbuds are on sale for $222.99 over at Amazon. This is $77 less than its regular price. We named them the best pair of earbuds for sound . Technics AZ100 Hi-Fi wireless earbuds $219.99 at Amazon $299.99 Save $80 Black Friday is over , but there’s still Cyber Monday to look forward to, and the deals have started popping up — and are stil
NYT Pips hints, answers for November 30, 2025
Mashable / 2h
Welcome to your guide to Pips, the latest game in the New York Times catalogue. Released in August 2025, the Pips puts a unique spin on dominoes, creating a fun single-player experience that could become your next daily gaming habit. Currently, if you're stuck, the game only offers to reveal the entire puzzle, forcing you to move onto the next difficulty level and start over. However, we have you
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for November 30, 2025
Mashable / 2h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easy if you watch CONCACAF. As we've shared in previous hints stories, this is a version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections , the game is all about finding the "common threads between words." And just like Wordle , Connections resets after midnight and each new set of wo
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for November 30, 2025
Mashable / 2h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you love sea stories. 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 hi
NYT Strands hints, answers for November 30, 2025
Mashable / 2h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you love to stick together. Strands , the New York Times ' elevated word-search game, requires the player to perform a twist on the classic word search. Words can be made from linked letters — up, down, left, right, or diagonal, but words can also change direction, resulting in quirky shapes and patterns. Every single letter in the grid will be part of an ans
Wordle today: Answer, hints for November 30, 2025
Mashable / 2h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you live in a tropical climate. If you just want to be told today's word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today's Wordle solution revealed. But if you'd rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you. SEE ALSO: Mahjong, Sudoku, free crossword, and more: Play games on Mashable SEE ALSO: NYT C
Hurdle hints and answers for November 30, 2025
Mashable / 2h
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
Silent Hill f is one of the best games of 2025, and its on sale for Black Friday
Mashable / 2h
SAVE $20: Silent Hill f is on sale right now for $49.94 over at Amazon. That’s $20 off the regular price for one of 2025’s best new horror games. Opens in a new window Credit: Konami 'Silent Hill f' $49.94 at Amazon $69.99 Save $20.05 Get it for PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X Black Friday has ended, and Cyber Monday deals have started — at least at Amazon . There are tons of deals online for you
Im a pet owner, and these are the best Black Friday air purifier deals to snatch up before theyre gone
Mashable / 2h
Best Cyber Week air purifier deals Best deal overall Dyson HushJet $297.49 (save $52.50) Best budget deal Oneisall Double-Sided Pet Air Purifier (PP02) $89.99 (save $90) Best three-in-one deal Blueair ComfortPure $299.98 (save $200.01) I have two beagles, and even though they’re not super “hairy” dogs, I still have to clean my floors twice a day (they shed uncontrollably — there’s literally dog h
20+ Black Friday deals that save you 50% or more
Mashable / 3h
Best Black Friday deals that are half-off and still live Best kitchen deal Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Machine $67.94 (save $62.01) Best streaming deal HBO Max Basic with ads $2.99/month (save $8/month) Best Lego deal Lego Ideas The Insect Collection $40 (save $39.99) Best home deal Blueair ComfortPure 3-in-1 (T20i) $299.98 (save $300.01) Best portable power station deal Anker Solix C1000 Gen 2 $34
Russia’s Only Manned Space Launch Facility is Severely Damaged
Next Big Future / 3h
Russia’s only operating manned launch site for Soyuz and Progress has been severely damaged after an accident with a Soyuz MS-28 on November 27 at Baikonur. The mobile service cabin fell into the fire protection channel by several meters, deforming the service bridges and access elements. According to multiple Russian sources, on Nov. 27, 2025, ... Read more
Get $15 off orders of $45+ from the TikTok Shop when you pay with Venmo
Mashable / 4h
GET $15 OFF $45: Now through Dec. 8, US shoppers can get $15 off purchases of $45 or more when paying with Venmo at checkout. Opens in a new window Credit: TikTok TikTok Shop Black Friday & Cyber Monday offer Through Dec. 8, US shoppers can get $15 off purchases of $45 or more when paying with Venmo at checkout. If you're still side-eyeing the whole " TikTok Shop " thing, I totally get it. It can
Earn aura points by supporting small businesses this Cyber Weekend: Shop these deals at Amazon and Etsy
Mashable / 4h
A quick look at some small business deals to shop for Cyber Weekend Take Off Luggage carry-on suitcase with removable wheels $79.20 (save $40.79 at Amazon) Undefined Beauty skincare starting at $15.79 (save up to 25% at Amazon) Sweet Water Decor soy blend candle $15.79 (save $4.20 at Amazon) Etsy Cyber Sale Save up to 60% From a financial standpoint, it feels so good to save a ton of money during
SLC-37 Cape Canaveral Florida Environmental Approval for 76 Starship Launches
Next Big Future / 5h
On November 20, 2025, the U.S. Air Force certified the final Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for up to 76 Starship-Super Heavy launches, landings, and engine tests each year at Space Launch Complex-37. This will be re-developed and provide extra SpaceX operations along with Texas and at Kennedy Space Center. Construction may start soon, pending FAA ... Read more
These $999 MacBooks are just $170 for Black Friday
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Get a MacBook Air on sale for only $170. Opens in a new window Credit: Apple Apple MacBook Air 2017 (Refurbished) $169.97 $999 Save $829.03 The end of the year is one of the best times to find Apple products on sale. Normally, this MacBook Air would cost $999, but right now, it’s only $169.97, and shipping is even free. Take a look at what it can do. This MacBook Air is a simple, lightweig
Build lasting language skills with lifetime Babbel access for Black Friday
Mashable / 6h
TL;DR: Babbel Language Learning helps turn “someday I’ll learn a language” into real, lifelong progress — and it’s just $129.99 for lifetime access when you use StackSocial’s code LEARN. Opens in a new window Credit: Babbel Babbel Language Learning: Lifetime Subscription (All Languages) $129.99 $299 Save $169.01 The start of a new year is the perfect time to invest in yourself, and what better wa
Score the Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Machine for under $68 at Amazons Cyber Monday sale
Mashable / 6h
SAVE 48%: As of Nov. 29, the Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Machine is on sale for $67.94, down from $129.95, at Amazon. That's a 48% discount and a $62.01 savings. Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Machine (ICE-30BCP1) $67.94 at Amazon $129.95 Save $62.01 I’m already making my holiday dessert list, and if you’re looking for a fun new kitchen gadget that’s definitely worth the space, this is it. The Cuisinart
Here's how I encrypt my Windows PC without BitLocker
How-To Geek / 6h
BitLocker is the most common way to encrypt your Windows PC to protect it against data theft in the event that someone steals your PC, but it isn't the only option. If your PC doesn't have BitLocker and you want something more fully-featured than Device Encryption, VeraCrypt is probably the tool for you.
4 New dark patterns added to Windows 11 in 2025
How-To Geek / 6h
Another year, another long list of changes to Windows that "nudge" you into making choices or adopting behaviors that aren't in your interest. At some point, it really feels like Windows stopped existing to make the actual users of PCs happier, and now serve a different master. I think these changes are the most worrying.
I’ve tested every modern Samsung Galaxy Watch, and they’re all on sale – these are the best deals
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Cyber Monday Samsung Galaxy Watch deals: Save on Watch8 Classic, Ultra and older models too
FBI says hackers have stolen $262 million in account takeover scams in 2025 so far - here's how you can stay safe
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
Cybercriminals have stolen hundreds of millions through AI-driven phishing, fake stores, and account takeover scams targeting users across financial platforms.
There's a cute voice messaging app for Playdate now
Engadget / 6h
If your friend group or family happens to include multiple Playdate owners, there's now a cute way to chat amongst yourselves right within the device. Jon Simantov, the developer who gave us Cranky Cove, has released an app called helloyellow where you can send voice messages, create group chats and share achievements with anyone you've added as a friend. It's available to download from itch.io f
It’s officially flu season: How to avoid getting sick on a plane
The Points Guy Articles / 6h
It's officially that time of year. Temperatures are plummeting, hot tea is flowing and flu season is here. But that's not the only illness looming over travelers this holiday season. According to Dr. Waleed Javaid, epidemiologist and professor of medicine at West Virginia University, "Currently, there is a mix of respiratory illnesses, including COVID-19, influenza and RSV (respiratory syncytial
No Fire TV Stick? No problem - this Roku Streaming Stick HD now costs as much as my Chipotle order
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
The cheap Fire TV Stick alternative is now just $15
Passenger Demands Entire Row Of Seats For Claustrophobia — This Is Where Disability Demands On Planes Cross The Line
30View from the Wing / 6h
A widely shared video shows a woman insisting her claustrophobia and a doctor note entitle her to three free economy seats, accusing the airline of discrimination when agents tell her she has to pay for them. Here is what actually happens in the call, how disability law and airline policies really treat requests for extra space, and why the internet overwhelmingly sides with the airline. Continue
WORLDCHANGING Space Energy Supercharges AI ! What it means for Nvidia, Tesla and Other AI Companies
Next Big Future / 7h
Even experts do not know the shocking changes and huge impacts on AI stocks of Space based solar energy. The amount of energy and the speed with which it can be added is surprising. Understanding this is key to understand the future of the world economy and for what happens to AI and Technology stocks. ... Read more
Save $60 on the Fitbit Charge 6 and get Audible free for 60 days this Black Friday
Mashable / 7h
SAVE $60: The Fitbit Charge 6 Fitness Tracker is on sale for $99.95 over at Amazon. This is $60 less than its regular price, so don’t miss out. Fitbit Charge 6 $99.95 at Amazon $159.95 Save $60.00 With Black Friday over, we’re heading into Cyber Monday, and you can start finding (or find leftover) a bunch of deals all around the internet. The Fitbit Charge 6 is $60 off and also comes with 60 days
Airbus orders software fix to thousands of planes due to solar radiation risk
TechCrunch / 7h
Flights were delayed and cancelled globally after Airbus ordered fixes to 6,000 of its A320 series planes, according to The Guardian. The company said it’s taking action because “analysis of a recent event involving an A320 Family aircraft has revealed that intense solar radiation may corrupt data critical to the functioning of flight controls.” Citing […]
WWE Survivor Series: WarGames - Stream it *FREE* with this trial offer
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Here's a quick guide on how you can stream the WWE Survivor Series: WarGames from anywhere in the world for free with this trial offer.
5 open-source projects that secretly power your favorite apps
How-To Geek / 7h
You've heard that the world's infrastructure runs on Linux, and how important Free and Open Source (FOSS) software is to just about all the technology we enjoy every day, but there are some (to bring out the old cliché) unsung heroes of FOSS without which your stuff just wouldn't work—and you should at least know their names.
I'm a VPN expert, and I've found the 3 Black Friday VPN deals you need to pick up while you still can!
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Time's running short on some of my favorite Black Friday VPN deals of 2025
Weekly Review: November 29, 2025
31One Mile at a Time / 7h
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far, and happy Thanksgiving to those celebrating! I’m grateful to be with family this Thanksgiving, though with a notable absence. On the points & travel front, this week Venezuela banned six foreign airlines, Aerolineas Argentinas announced a big investment in its passenger experience, New Pacific Airlines ceased operations, the Park Hyatt Los Cabos op
Black Friday sets online spending record of $11.8B, Adobe says
20TechCrunch / 7h
American consumers spent $11.8 billion online on Black Friday, according to data from Adobe Analytics, which says it tracks more than 1 trillion visits to U.S. retail websites.
What do people actually buy on Black Friday? Here are the most-bought items by Mashable readers in 2025.
Mashable / 7h
After being terrorized by constant Black Friday ads on our phones, TVs, and inboxes for a month straight, one has to wonder: Of all of the best Black Friday deals , what do people actually buy on Black Friday? Are Black Friday classics like TVs on sale actually the most popular purchase, or is everyone thinking ahead by stocking up on cleaning supplies and toilet paper ? For Mashable readers, the
New West KnifeWorks Knives Are 20 Percent off Right Now (2025)
Wired / 7h
These beautiful and sturdy chef's knives make great gifts (for yourself or others), and are 20 percent off right now.
Don't set up Linux from scratch, these Turnkey distros do it for you
How-To Geek / 7h
Self-hosting your own services is one of the best ways to save money on subscriptions and increase your privacy. Since you're running the services on your local network, no one else ever sees the data.
Meta and Google could be about to sign a mega AI chip deal - and it could change everything in the tech space
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Rising demand, shifting alliances, and limited fabrication capacity create unpredictable conditions as Meta considers a long-term Google TPU hardware partnership.
Windows 11's newest bug just made signing in so much harder
How-To Geek / 7h
Windows 11 users are getting a frustrating new bug that completely hides the password sign-in option on the lock screen, making it incredibly difficult to log into their PCs. This isn't a total lockout, but it's certainly a massive headache if you use a real password.
James Cameron Has a Backup Plan for ‘Avatar’ If ‘Fire & Ash’ Flops
37Gizmodo / 7h
On the chance 'Fire & Ash' isn't as big a hit as the last two 'Avatar' movies, Cameron will find a way to wrap up the series.
Why do some phones use these weird fast-charging USB cables?
How-To Geek / 8h
For the longest time, smartphone battery life was a real issue. I remember my first few smartphones basically traveling with me from charger to charger. They would charge at my desk, charge in my car, and charge next to my couch. While phone battery life is now much better, the real revolution has come from fast-charging.
The Citi Strata Elite Card’s Incredible First Year Value: Why It Stands Out
One Mile at a Time / 8h
Link: Learn more about the Citi Strata Elite℠ Card The Citi Strata Elite℠ Card ( review ) is Citi’s new premium credit card. The card has a massive welcome bonus that makes it worth applying for — many people should be eligible for the product , and it’s a card that I recently picked up . There’s likely a particular interest in this card since Citi ThankYou points can be transferred to American A
Best Hyperice Black Friday Deals (2025)
Wired / 8h
Here are the Hyperice deals worth your money this Black Friday.
Time is running out to bag Norton VPN from just $2.08 courtesy of Black Friday
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Plans start from only $2.08 per month for Norton's excellent VPN, with Black Friday prices set to run until December 2.
I used this VPN to create a new, secure identity as a pensioner – now it's 88% off for Black Friday
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
I tried a secure alternative identity tool, now it's got a huge Black Friday discount too
Beats Solo 4 are only $79 at Walmart — cheaper than anywhere else
Mashable / 9h
SAVE $50: The gray Beats Solo 4 wireless headphones are on sale for $79 over at Walmart. This is $50 less than their list price and $120 less than every other Solo 4 model's MSRP. Opens in a new window Credit: Beats Beats Solo 4 wireless headphones in drenched gray $79 at Walmart $129 Save $50 The drenched gray color is a Walmart-exclusive. It's currently $50 cheaper than any other color of Beats
Last chance: Dozens of Lego sets just dropped to record-lows at Amazon after Black Friday
Mashable / 9h
Amazon Lego Black Friday deals that are still live at a glance Best holiday-themed Lego set Lego Santa's Sleigh $23.99 (save $16) Best Lego Ideas deal Lego Ideas The Insect Collection $40 (save $39.99) Best Lego Advent calendar deal Lego Disney Frozen Advent Calendar 2025 $24 (save $20.99) Best Lego Botanicals deal Lego Botanicals Mini Bonsai Trees Building Set $44.99 (save $20) Best Lego deal fo
Netflix's Assassin's Creed TV show could kick off in ancient Rome
Engadget / 9h
Fans of the Assassin's Creed franchise may finally get to visit Ancient Rome, but it could instead be through a Netflix adaptation of Ubisoft's best-selling video game IP. Nexus Point News reported that the live-action adaptation will be set in Ancient Rome and feature historical figures like Nero, the fifth emperor of Rome. With the potential featuring of Nero, the news outlet predicts that the
The weird world of Kindle page-turner remotes
How-To Geek / 9h
So you buy a Kindle and you think to yourself, "I sure would like to turn the pages from way over here, surely there's a solution for that?" Well, to my personal surprise, I have recently learned both that people who want to turn eReader pages at a distance exist (it makes sense when you think about it) and that Kindles in particular have no elegant way of achieving this goal. Hence, the existenc
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ Finally Has an Art Book It Deserves
Gizmodo / 9h
Netflix has all the art of 'KPop Demon Hunters' for you to pore over until the sequel drops in about four years.
IHG Hotel Worker Decides Black Woman Does Not Look Like A Guest, Calls Police When She Eats The Free Breakfast
22View from the Wing / 9h
A front desk worker at an IHG Avid Hotel in Austin told a Black woman she did not look like a guest, then called police when she ate the free breakfast. She says she was staying on IHG points and was singled out while white guests around her were left alone. Continue reading ...
The Best Black Friday Travel Gear Deals (2025)
Wired / 9h
Some of our favorite carry-on suitcases, packing cubes, and other travel gear have deep discounts for Black Friday this year.
I'm a big MacBook Pro fan, and you should get one for yourself at this record-low price
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
Snap up the Apple MacBook Pro M5 for a record-low price of $1,349 in the Best Buy Black Friday sale.
Talk about a triple threat - IBM says it can now support up to 47PB on a full rack, so load it up
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
IBM expands the Scale System 6000 with higher flash density, stronger throughput, and software updates designed for large AI-driven workloads.
Amazon warns of major Black Friday impersonation scam targeting millions of users
Mashable / 9h
Amazon is alerting its more than 300 million active customers to a widespread impersonation scam ramping up during the holiday shopping season. According to new reporting from the Asbury Park Press , the scheme employs fake notifications, malicious links, and fraudulent websites to deceive shoppers into divulging sensitive information, such as financial details or Amazon account credentials. SEE
Please stop using Amazon and Google to run your smart home
How-To Geek / 9h
Google and Amazon are particularly good at selling the smart home vision, but these platforms have some big drawbacks, too. Consider switching to or starting out with a more capable and reliable alternative, which will save you money and frustration in the long run.
MIT Report Claims 11.7% of U.S. Labor Can Be Replaced with Existing AI
41Gizmodo / 10h
The report notes that it has some limitations, but says "policymakers cannot wait" to act on its findings.
Team Cherry is working on more Silksong content but won't say when it'll release
Engadget / 10h
Only roughly 15 percent of Hollow Knight: Silksong players have earned the 100 percent completion achievement, according to SteamDB . For the remaining percentage, there may still be plenty of time to finish the game before Team Cherry announces new content for the hit side-scrolling game. As first revealed by Bloomberg 's Jason Schreier, the development team confirmed that it's working on a cont
How to watch Palmeiras vs Flamengo: free streams, TV details for Copa Libertadores 2025 final
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
All the ways to watch Palmeiras vs Flamengo live streams online and from anywhere, as the two Brazilian rivals meet in the Copa Libertadores final
From $200 to $430, these are my 4 hand-picked affordable fast laptops worth buying this Black Friday weekend
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
You don't have to spend big to get a fast laptop and I've selected 4 affordable ones from under $200.
Hurry! Save 50% off my top-rated office chair for Cyber Monday - it's easily the best-value ergonomic chair around right now
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
For the price, the FlexiSpot C7 delivers incredible value if you're buying an ergonomic office chair in the Cyber Monday sales - but this deal is ending soon.
Celebrity Nepal Airlines Pilot Suspended By Authorities… For Fourth Time
29One Mile at a Time / 10h
Nepal Airlines’ most well-known pilot has just been suspended , and it’s the fourth time that he has been in trouble with regulators. Aviation regulators suspend senior Nepal Airlines captain On Friday, November 28, 2025, the Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) grounded two Nepal Airlines pilots, after they were determined to be filming inside the flight deck during an active flight. This is
The Best Black Friday Streaming Deals (2025): HBO Max, Disney+, Apple
Wired / 10h
Hulu and HBO Max and Disney are all offering terrific Black Friday streaming deals in 2025. Time to make a burner email?
12 surprising winter vacation ideas for a warm-weather getaway
The Points Guy Articles / 10h
If you crave the sensation of winter sun on your skin amid the slowly dropping temperatures in the United States, a few obvious holiday destinations may spring to mind. Mexico, Florida, the Maldives and Dubai are all classics for a reason, delivering scorching temperatures throughout the shivering depths of December and January. But that also means they're very popular — and if you find yourself
Scientists Intrigued by Old Drug That Reverses Signs of Alzheimer’s in Mice
21Futurism / 10h
The next new treatment for Alzheimer’s disease may be an already-existing drug, according to a team of researchers in Japan. In a series of experiments, administering an oral dose of an amino acid called arginine, which is already prescribed to treat high blood pressure, was able to suppress the buildup of a protein associated with Alzheimer’s in mice, the scientists report in a new study publish
Stop trusting hotel Wi-Fi: Build this Raspberry Pi travel router instead
How-To Geek / 10h
I use all sorts of software when I travel: a VPN, streaming music apps, cloud storage, and more. I turned my Raspberry Pi into a one-stop-shop travel router that combines all of those uses into one device, so I don't have to worry about them individually on my phone, laptop, or console.
American Airlines Raises Short Haul International Checked Bag Fees To $40 Starting Monday, Internal Memo Says
View from the Wing / 10h
American Airlines is raising first checked bag fees on short haul international flights, including Mexico, Canada, the Caribbean, Central America and Guyana, to $40each way starting Monday. Continue reading ...
Balsam Hill's Black Friday Sale Is On. Save 40% on the Best Fake Christmas Tree
Wired / 11h
The Balsam Hill Vermont White Spruce is so pretty, but pretty spendy—but you can get a great deal this Black Friday.
I tested Beyerdynamic’s new gaming headset – it’s an immersive, mid-market gem
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
I’ve reviewed audio gadgets for years – and even I’m impressed with the spatialized sound of Beyerdynamic’s new gaming headset.
How to watch Clarke vs TKV online for FREE: live stream boxing tonight; fight card and ringwalks, weigh-in results
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
All the ways to watch Clarke vs TKV live streams online, including for free, as the pair clash in Derby, UK, with the British heavyweight title on the line.
5 Home Assistant integrations you're probably not using—but should be
How-To Geek / 11h
Home Assistant includes a large number of native integrations that can do everything from allowing you to connect specific smart home devices to tracking daylight hours from sunrise to sunset, so your lighting automations know when to turn on and off. Here are some lesser-known Home Assistant integrations that are worth exploring if you're not already using them.
The Ayaneo Next II is a hulking gaming handheld with a 9-inch display
Engadget / 11h
Ayaneo may be working on more affordable gaming handhelds lately, but it hasn't forgotten how to do the extravagant designs that the handheld maker is known for. One-upping the bulky Legion Go 2 , Ayaneo announced its latest Windows handheld called the Next II . Ayaneo is continuing the theme for its Next lineup of devices, making these handhelds as big and powerful as possible. The Next II packs
Republicans Complain That Cars Have Become Too Safe, Say It Must Be Reversed
54Futurism / 11h
In the United States, where having a car is all but mandatory for 92 percent of the population, ever-higher car prices are causing a lot of stress. The average cost of a new car in the US recently hit record heights , while repossessions for missed car payments are at a 15-year high . Always on the lookout for their next sacrificial lamb, Republican lawmakers are now arguing that technology in ca
Flight cancellations top 1,700, now extend into Sunday as storm disrupts Thanksgiving return
The Points Guy Articles / 11h
This year's Thanksgiving air travel has finally hit a hitch. Airlines canceled more than 1,700 flights on Saturday and rolled out weather waivers as a potent storm swept through the upper Midwest and Great Lakes, bringing up to a foot of snow or more to much of the region. Cancellations also began to creep into Sunday, with more than 125 preemptively grounded because of the storm. The disturbance
ChatGPT might be serving you ads soon, leak suggests
Mashable / 11h
Looks like ads really are coming to ChatGPT . In a post on X , Tibor Blaho, an engineer at AIPRM who has found leaks like these in the past , showed some coding from the ChatGPT Android app 1.2025.329 beta. It includes "new references to an 'ads feature' with 'bazaar content,' 'search ad' and 'search ads carousel.'" This Tweet is currently unavailable. It might be loading or has been removed. If
Grab a Garmin Vivoactive 5 smartwatch for under $200 at Amazon before Cyber Monday 2025
Mashable / 11h
SAVE $115: As of Nov. 29, the Garmin Vivoactive 5 is on sale for a record low price of $184.99, down from its list price of $300. Opens in a new window Credit: Garmin Garmin Vivoactive 5, Health and Fitness GPS Smartwatch $184.99 at Amazon $300 Save $115.01 If you love the idea of a smart watch, but Apple watches just don’t cut it for you in the fitness or durability categories, you might be in l
35 Best Black Friday Deals Under $100 (2025)
Wired / 11h
You don't need to spend a lot to save on WIRED-approved gear.
Used Mazda offering performance comparable to a new BMW 330i for $20k
How-To Geek / 11h
If you’re chasing performance on a budget, the used car market holds some hidden gems. One $20,000 used Japanese sports sedan delivers acceleration that can rival, and in some cases surpass, a brand-new luxury competitor, offering surprising thrills without the sticker shock.
Shawn Levy Teases the Music of ‘Star Wars: Starfighter’
21Gizmodo / 11h
According to Levy, we should look forward to hearing 'Star Wars: Starfighter' carve its own musical path with its score.
These 21+ travel tech products should be on your radar this Black Friday
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Don't sleep on these Black Friday travel tech deals.
Everyone wants Toyota's $10,000 truck, but nobody would actually buy it
How-To Geek / 11h
You might have seen some noise on the internet among car enthusiasts about the Toyota Hilux Champ, a simple bare-bones pickup that many US customers clearly want.
Three $30 Black Friday VPN deals that you really must not ignore
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
One for a year, another two and third you can keep for life
Anthropic Researchers Startled When an AI Model Turned Evil and Told a User to Drink Bleach
Futurism / 12h
Something disturbing happened with an AI model Anthropic researchers were tinkering with: it started performing a wide range of “evil” actions, ranging from lying to telling a user that bleach is safe to drink. This is called misalignment, in AI industry jargon: when a model does things that don’t align with a human user’s intentions or values, a concept these Anthropic researchers explored in a
She’s Back: Southwest Didn’t Ban The Viral Gate Ranter – So “White Sweatpants Lady” Melted Down Again On A Flight
30View from the Wing / 12h
The woman whose Southwest meltdown at a Denver gate went viral last week is back in a new video – this time screaming at another passenger on board. Same airline, same passenger, second meltdown. Continue reading ...
3 unique RSS reader apps for Windows to try this weekend
How-To Geek / 12h
RSS feeds used to be the premiere way to get personalized news delivered directly to you from your favorite websites prior to the rise of personalized algorithms on social media. Despite the fact that RSS feeds aren't quite as popular as they used to be, they are still my favorite way to keep up to speed on topics I'm interested in. Here are three RSS Feed apps from Windows.
3 reasons you should buy an energy-efficient ARM NAS (and 1 reason you shouldn't)
How-To Geek / 12h
Are you in the market for a new NAS, but can’t decide between ARM and Intel/AMD? There are several reasons why you should go with ARM—most notably, it's way more power efficient. But traditional x86 does have one advantage you’ll want to consider.
Want to fix your own PC? These cheap tools are essential in my toolbox
How-To Geek / 12h
Do you wish you didn't have to take your PC to computer technicians? I'm regularly opening my PC to replace parts, clean dust out, and check for lose connections, and I can tell you the most important aspect is having the right tools for the job.
I love the DJI Osmo Pocket 3, and its $270 off for Cyber Monday at Best Buy
Mashable / 12h
SAVE $270: Through Cyber Monday at Best Buy, you can get the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 4K Gimbal Camera at Best Buy for 34% off its usual price of $799.99, a huge $270 discount. Opens in a new window Credit: DJI DJI Osmo Pocket 3 $529.99 at DJI $799.99 Save $270 Mashable Tested ✅ I reviewed the DJI Osmo Pocket 3 for Mashable in late 2023, and I gave it 4.8 out of 5 stars and a Mashable Choice Award. I've
Force Android apps into landscape mode with this simple app
How-To Geek / 12h
There’s a particular annoyance that goes along with turning your phone sideways and watching as...nothing happens. Some apps just don’t want to rotate into landscape mode, but as is usually the case in the Android world, there’s a solution available right in the Play Store for free.
The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 just leaked again, and a launch could be happening any day
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
The DJI Osmo Pocket 4 has been cleared by the FCC, and DJI needs to launch it before December 23.
Best 256GB and 128GB RAM laptops in 2025: memory for even the most resource-intensive tasks
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Check out the laptops we’ve found boasting an epic 128GB of system memory.
Spirit Airlines Is Back in Bankruptcy Facing Securities Fraud Claims — The Only Winners Are the Lawyers
View from the Wing / 12h
Spirit Airlines has landed back in bankruptcy and is now facing securities fraud claims from investors who say the carrier overstated its turnaround prospects after emerging from its first restructuring. As usual in these cases, the only clear winners appear to be the lawyers gearing up to litigate the airline’s latest collapse. Continue reading ...
Paralyzed Man Playing First-Person Shooter Using Brain Implant
33Futurism / 12h
A paralyzed man says he can now play first-person shooters like “Battlefield 6” using a Neuralink brain implant. “I can now aim with my thoughts,” wrote Rob Greiner, who is paralyzed from the shoulders down, in a post on X this Tuesday with video of his
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