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The First ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Teaser Is Finally Here
Gizmodo / 29min
Chris Evans is officially back for 'Avengers: Doomsday,' and the film's first cryptic teaser shows his reason for fighting again.
5 horror movies Stephen King recommended in 2025
Mashable / 1h
Aside from slamming Trump , Stephen King often uses his social media platforms to recommend TV shows, books and films . 2025 was no exception. Over the past 12 months the author has made recommendations in a number of genres, but the one he kept coming back to – unsurprisingly – was his home turf of horror. Here are five movies he shouted out this year. SEE ALSO: Every single Stephen King movie a
These 10 Apple TV limited series are perfect to binge right now
How-To Geek / 1h
I’ll tell you what I’m doing with my time off this holiday season: binge-watching whatever I want! As one of my go-to platforms, Apple TV always offers plenty of options that never fail to intrigue and impress me. Here are 10 of the streamer’s best limited series—some of which are based on true stories—that make for the perfect binge.
These 6 movies are perfect unconventional Christmas treats
How-To Geek / 9min
There is no shortage of iconic movies focused on Christmas . From unique takes on the folklore that has been built around the holidays, to heartwarming takes on family and childhood innocence, you are spoilt for choice when it comes to finding movies that are fit for holiday viewing. However, there are also plenty of examples of movies that forgo tradition to frame the season in a new light, from
Top Software Engineering Students Can’t Get a Job Because of AI
Futurism / 9min
Graduates at some of the top universities are finding it nearly impossible to find new jobs in software engineering. New reporting by the Los Angeles Times details the trouble recent graduates are having finding entry level jobs — even those with degrees from vaunted institutions like Stanford University. “Stanford computer science graduates are struggling to find entry-level jobs” with the most
These are the best new hotels that opened in 2025
The Points Guy Articles / 12min
It's that time of year again — and one of the TPG Travel Team's very favorite seasons: We get to share with you the hotels that wowed us the most in 2025. Every single year, our team of travel experts and global contributors sets off across the world to check in to some of the most highly anticipated hotels , from all-inclusive resorts on paradisiacal Caribbean islands to points hotels in bustlin
An exciting new points hotel in Argentina's capital: The Recoleta Grand
The Points Guy Articles / 12min
Buenos Aires has a plethora of points hotels, including old favorites like the Palacio Duhau - Park Hyatt Buenos Aires. However, the latest points hotel to open in Argentina’s capital comes courtesy of Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio. The hotel officially began welcoming guests in June 2025 and comprises 142 rooms and suites. Although it’s in one of Buenos Aires’ most elegant neighborhoods, the nigh
Avengers: Doomsday's first trailer is now online, for those who haven't traveled back to Pandora
Latest from TechRadar / 13min
No need to see Avatar 3 for your first peek at the next Marvel extravaganza
This Sony Wireless Portable Speaker Is Nearly 50% Off Right Now
Lifehacker / 18min
We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after time of publication. The Sony ULT Field 5 is currently $191.95 on Amazon, down from $349.99, and that price drop is what finally makes this speaker feel properly positioned. Sony ULT Field 5 Wireless Portable Bluetooth Speaker $191.95 at Amazon $349.99 Save $158.04 $191.95 at Amazon $349.99 Sav
The next Legend of Zelda game could be inspired by Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, producer suggests
Latest from TechRadar / 20min
The Legend of Zelda producer, Eiji Aonuma, has teased the next entry in the series, suggesting that the game will be inspired by Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment.
GameStop sells cheapest 1TB SSD you can buy right now — own brand PCIe SSD costs only $90, 40% less than rivals on Amazon and Newegg
Latest from TechRadar / 27min
GameStop undercuts major storage brands with a $90 1TB Gen4 NVMe SSD that includes a heatsink.
What A Beauty: Eye-Catching Lufthansa Centennial Livery Boeing 787 Joins Fleet
One Mile at a Time / 30min
Several weeks ago, Lufthansa announced plans to introduce a special fleet of planes in a 100th anniversary livery. The first of these aircraft is a newly delivered Boeing 787 — I’ve gotta hand it to Lufthansa, this is one of the coolest special liveries we’ve seen. Lufthansa highlights crane with 100th anniversary livery Lufthansa is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026, and to mark this spe
What is the release date for Stranger Things season 5 part 2 on Netflix?
Latest from TechRadar / 34min
Here's when you can watch Stranger Things season 5's next three episodes on Netflix.
Nigeria vs Tanzania Free Streams: How to watch AFCON 2025 Group C clash, TV channels, preview
Latest from TechRadar / 34min
We'll show you all the ways you can watch Nigeria vs Tanzania in the 2025 AFCON from anywhere in the world.
The tooth fairy just got reimagined for the tech-savvy generation
TechCrunch / 37min
Move over, Santa. Now there’s another magical character for kids to track: the Tooth Fairy. After making a personalized Tooth Fairy video for his nephew, Oliver Finel noticed a gap. While there are plenty of Santa trackers, nothing similar existed for the Tooth Fairy. Recognizing that Generation Alpha is growing up with interactive online experiences […]
3 apps that are keeping me on a Samsung Galaxy phone
How-To Geek / 38min
Samsung Galaxy phones are among the best Android devices you can buy, not just because they're packed with features, but also for their software experience and stock apps. I'd go as far as to say the Samsung ecosystem is as good as Apple's . Here are three pre-installed stock Samsung apps I absolutely love.
Apple's iOS 26.3 will introduce proximity pairing to third-party devices in the EU
Engadget / 1h
Apple is making it a little easier to use third-party devices with iPhones in order to comply with Europe's Digital Market Act (DMA), MacRumors reported. For iOS 26.3, Apple's devices will support third-party proximity pairing and notifications in Europe only, according to the latest beta notes. That will make it a bit easier to connect devices like Sony headphones or receive notifications from a
How I use Gmail aliases to create disposable email addresses instantly
How-To Geek / 1h
There are many reasons why you might want to get or send emails from an email address that's not your main one. Setting up entirely new Gmail accounts for one-time use purposes can get annoying quickly, though.
All I want for Christmas is NOT a scam – Surfshark shares some tips to avoid digital threats during the festive season
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
Scammers don't go on holiday for Christmas, quite the opposite. This is why Surfshark shares a mini guide to help you protect your digital assets during the festive season.
Qantas Bans All Staff (Including CEO) From New Airbus A350 First Class
24One Mile at a Time / 1h
The next year should be pretty exciting for Qantas, as the airline will start taking delivery of Airbus A350-1000s, which will be used for the world’s longest flights , and will feature an all-new passenger experience . Ahead of this launch, it’s interesting who won’t be invited into first class on these planes (thanks to Live and Let’s Fly for flagging this)… Qantas won’t offer executives A350 f
The 5 most affordable luxury compact SUVs in 2025
How-To Geek / 1h
Luxury doesn’t always have to come with a six‑figure price tag. In 2025, several compact SUVs deliver much of the upscale comfort and refinement associated with premium brands, but at prices that remain surprisingly accessible. For drivers craving leather-lined cabins, sophisticated tech, and brand prestige without overspending, these models are rewriting what luxury on a budget really means.
These Technics earbuds are the best I’ve tried – and they’re cheaper than ever before
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
This is the best price I've ever seen on these sensational Technics earbuds – and, trust me, they’re worth every cent.
Ransomware attack on Romanian water agency hits over a thousand systems
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
An unknown threat actor wreaked some serious havoc but operations are continuing unabated.
Trump’s Transportation Chief Thinks Passenger Manners Ruin Travel—Ignores Airline Abuses, TSA Chaos, and His Own Boss’s Behavior
View from the Wing / 1h
DOT Secretary Sean Duffy launched a campaign lecturing travelers on etiquette, blaming passenger behavior for inflight frustrations. Yet he conveniently ignores far bigger problems—including airlines shielded from accountability, TSA-induced travel stress, and, ironically, his own boss’s famously poor manners. Continue reading ...
Windows 11 preview provides more details on how AI agents will work – but this remains a controversial path for Microsoft
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
We know more about how AI agents will work thanks to the latest Windows 11 preview – but not everyone's happy.
2025 was the year Xbox died
Engadget / 1h
Want to see a dead body? I present to you the Xbox. After a subdued launch at the height of the COVID pandemic in 2020, the Xbox Series X quickly lost the fight against the PlayStation 5 . Microsoft simply couldn't deliver enough compelling games, despite some huge acquisitions , while Sony leaned on its goodwill from the PS4 era and a handful of desirable exclusives. As prices rose due to supply
Godzilla Has Descended Upon Haneda Airport
Gizmodo / 1h
The previously teased 40-meter-long, 9-meter-tall statue of Godzilla has begun gracing/delightfully terrorizing Haneda's main international terminal.
The Splay is a subpar monitor but an exciting portable projector
Ars Technica - All content / 1h
Since I’m fascinated by new display technologies and by improving image quality, I’ve never been a fan of home projectors. Projectors lack the image quality compared to good TVs and monitors, and they’re pretty needy. Without getting into the specific requirements of different models, you generally want a darker room with a large, blank wall for a projector to look its best. That can be a lot to
Amazon sells an MSI 27-inch monitor for £69 — brand new Pro display has speakers and even a free HDMI cable
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
You can buy a brand new MSI 27-inch monitor for £69 on Amazon right now with built-in speakers and a free HDMI cable.
Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson on Song Sung Blue and the value of karaoke
Mashable / 1h
Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson team with director Craig Brewer for Song Sung Blue, a moving drama based on the stranger-than-fiction story of Milwaukee-based Neil Diamond tribute band Lightning and Thunder. The film, which in my review I called a "feel-good movie and a good tearjerker," involves big dreams, heavy losses, and how music can carry people through all of it. So, when I — Entertainment E
Someone’s made a USB-C version of the iPod Classic, complete with clickwheel — and it’s extremely cheap
Latest from TechRadar / 1h
This budget MP3 player is an Apple lawsuit waiting to happen
Is public Wi-Fi safe to use?
How-To Geek / 2h
You've probably heard a lot about a lot about not connecting to public Wi-Fi networks unless it's an absolute emergency, and if you do, you shouldn't do any sensitive stuff on it. This was solid advice decades ago, and to an extent, it still is.
Battlefield 6 fans are furious after spotting apparent AI 'slop' for sale in the game's store
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
Battlefield 6 players are accusing EA of selling alleged AI-generated content in the game's store, despite the VP general manager at DICE previously stating that the game wouldn't feature any generative AI content.
NordProtect adds fraud monitoring tool to help protect users from scams
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
NordProtect has been upgraded from "sufficient" to "outstanding," but new tools remain only available to US customers.
The Morning After: The best games of 2025
Engadget / 2h
As many of us hunker down for the holidays, you might want to tackle some of the best games we’ve seen this year : the long-time-coming Silksong , the critically acclaimed (and sumptuous) Expedition 33 and the bizarre world of Baby Steps. Engadget Not to mention the Switch 2, which is slowly building out its own exclusive library with Metroid Prime 4 and Donkey Kong Bananza. Rare for me, this yea
iBuyPower RDY Slate 9MP R01 Gaming PC Review: Great Value
Wired / 2h
iBuyPower’s prebuilt gaming desktop tries some new tricks but comes with a few flaws.
I reviewed the Oppo Find X9 Pro, and it’s the maximized flagship for Android lovers
Latest from TechRadar / 2h
The Oppo Find X9 Pro is a maxed-out pro camera phone that will happily wear its inspirations on its sleeve if it means delivering a fantastic flagship experience.
How to set up an Apple Watch for a child
Engadget / 2h
Giving a child an Apple Watch can offer extra peace of mind and tools that promote independence in a controlled way. Apple’s Family Setup feature makes it possible for a kid to use an Apple Watch without owning an iPhone, and the feature set has expanded thanks to recent watchOS updates. It supports communication controls, location tools, Schooltime limits and privacy protections that allow a par
6-7? Aura farming? 2025s viral internet slang, explained
Mashable / 2h
Each year, the internet gives birth to a new lexicon , one that's as fast-moving and unpredictable as the online trends that fuel it. 2025 is no different, with a fresh crop of viral slang that’s quickly become shorthand for everything from viral moments to internet culture’s quirks. More than words, these phrases are creative expressions of identity in an ever-evolving digital landscape. Whether
NYT Connections Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for December 23, 2025
Mashable / 2h
Today's Connections: Sports Edition will be easier if you think outside the box a bit. 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 eac
NYT Pips hints, answers for December 23, 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
‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’ Director Emma Tammi Explains How Abby Anchors the Sequel
Gizmodo / 2h
Young actor Piper Rubio gets a special focus in the hit horror video game adaptation, which you can now rent or buy on digital platforms.
Mint Mobile’s MINTernet Powered by T-Mobile at $30/Month Is Now a Budget 5G Home Internet Option
Gizmodo / 2h
The folks who brought you unlimited 5G data on the world's largest cellular network are at it again, this time with huge savings on premium, unlimited home internet.
Windows 11 Taskbar Icons Uncovered: What Do They Mean?
How-To Geek / 2h
Ever noticed an unfamiliar icon on the taskbar—or a familiar one that suddenly looks different? Each icon—and its variation—has a specific meaning, and knowing them helps you quickly spot issues. Here’s what each familiar taskbar icon means, when it appears, and whether you should care about it.
American Airlines Pilot Posts Salary On Reddit, Leaves Internet Speechless
One Mile at a Time / 2h
In recent years, we’ve seen airline pilots in the United States (particularly at the “big three” carriers, as well as at regional carriers) get huge pay increases, and they’re now very well compensated. As you’d expect, not everyone realizes that, though, and sometimes it’s funny to see the reactions that people have to this reality. American captain shares $458K+ compensation on Reddit A Miami-b
Google’s and OpenAI’s Chatbots Can Strip Women in Photos Down to Bikinis
20Wired / 3h
Users of AI image generators are offering each other instructions on how to use the tech to alter pictures of women into realistic, revealing deepfakes.
The iPhone 18 is rumored to be on track for an early 2027 launch, while the iPhone 18 Pro may get minimal design changes
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
We've got some more information on what to expect from Apple's next series of flagship smartphones.
The Science That Will Shape 2026
Gizmodo / 3h
Despite everything, science goes on.
3 technologies that started at Google and now run the internet
How-To Geek / 3h
Most people think of Google as a consumer company, best known for products like Search, Android, Gmail, and Maps. These are useful tools, but they are mostly things you interact with directly. What often gets overlooked is how much of today’s internet runs on technology Google invented long before it became a household name, not features or apps, but deep infrastructure that shapes how the modern
Alphabet secures $4.75 billion Intersect deal to make sure its data centers have enough energy
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Google to buy out Intersect Power after offering financial backing in 2024, in a bid to help bolster its data center strategy.
Legendary FPS developer Vince Zampella has passed away
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Vince Zampella, best known as the co-creator of Call of Duty and co-founder of Respawn Entertainment, has died in a car accident in Los Angeles at the age of 55.
Phishing emails and fake adverts flood inboxes this Christmas - and they’re getting harder to detect than ever
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Be extra safe with your clicks this Christmas, experts say.
The "feature-stuffed" Garmin Vivoactive 6 drops to a record-low price on Amazon
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
You can now snap up the excellent Garmin Vivoactive 6 for its lowest-ever price of $249.99 at Amazon.
Chinese Crypto Scammers on Telegram Are Fueling the Biggest Darknet Markets Ever
Wired / 3h
Online black markets once lurked in the shadows of the dark web. Today, they’ve moved onto public platforms like Telegram—and are racking up historic illicit fortunes.
Big Balls Was Just the Beginning
Wired / 3h
DOGE dominated the news this year as Elon Musk’s operatives shook up several US government agencies. It’s far from over.
NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for December 23, 2025
Mashable / 3h
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
Vibe code a gift this Christmas: my helpful guide for last-minute crafting
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
Still looking for a Christmas gift? Try vibe coding a present with my guide.
US DJI ban is here – here's what users of DJI drones and cameras need to know
Latest from TechRadar / 3h
As the FCC adds DJI to its Covered List, here's what we know so far about restrictions on the company's products in the USA.
Heres what we know about the real alien planet inspiring Pluribus
Mashable / 4h
In Apple TV’s Pluribus , a faint radio signal from deep space reshapes humanity, and the source, astronomers learn, is Kepler-22b, a world that exists far beyond our solar system. During episode 8 , Carol and Zosia look for its star through a telescope. "I’m not sure I’m looking in the right spot," Carol says. "I mean, I see the Swan, I think." After getting her bearings — and Zosia eliminating t
5 ways dating changed in 2025
Mashable / 4h
The year of slop and rage bait is coming to a close, and some singles would surely use those words to describe dating in 2025, as well. Mid-year, daters told Mashable they're tired of dating apps and want to meet people in person, but they didn't know how. Meanwhile, others used AI to date for them, or they chose to meet and "marry" an AI instead. SEE ALSO: Tinder's predictions for dating in 2026
Upgrade your Mac for the holidays with lifetime MS Office access for 77% off
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Treat yourself to the gift of relief — get a lifetime license to Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac for just $49.97 (reg. $219) and say goodbye to subscriptions. Opens in a new window Credit: Microsoft Microsoft Office Home & Business for Mac 2021: Lifetime License $49.97 $219 Save $169.03 Between streaming, fitness, and every productivity app under the sun, monthly fees add up
Jump-start your fluency goals with this exclusive lifetime Babbel offer
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: This exclusive StackSocial deal gets you lifetime access to Babbel Language Learning for $159 with promo code LEARN. Opens in a new window Credit: Babbel Babbel Language Learning: Lifetime Subscription (All Languages) $159 $646.20 Save $487.20 If picking up a new language — or a whole collection of them — has been on your mind, now’s the moment to dive in. For a limited time, StackSocial i
100TB of cloud storage is a unique last-minute gift for any techie
Mashable / 4h
TL;DR: Internxt’s 100TB lifetime offer gives you secure, private, encrypted cloud storage forever for a one-time $974.97 payment (reg. $9,900). Opens in a new window Credit: Internxt Internxt Cloud Storage Lifetime Subscription: 100TB $974.97 $9,900 Save $8,925.03 Anyone hunting for a last-minute holiday gift for the tech-savvy person on your list — or if you’re simply ready to level up your own
Oh My: Sean Duffy Talks To Etiquette Coach About How To Act On Planes
37One Mile at a Time / 4h
A few weeks back, United States Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy launched a campaign to bring back the “golden age” of air travel , by having passengers behave better. Well, here’s his latest “episode” in this campaign (thanks to @istrakhov for flagging this)… The green, red, and beige flags, of air travel Sean Duffy sat down with Alison Cheperdak, introduced as an author, influencer, public s
Google Cloud reveals all-new channel program - here's all the key details
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Google says it's making the Partner Network simpler for 2026 with new automation aids, but partners might not retain their status.
Want a home security camera without a subscription? I test smart home tech for a living, and these are my 3 recommendations
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
These feature-packed home security cameras offer crisp 4K footage, solar charging, local storage for your videos, and AI smarts too – with no extra fees.
The Amandaland Christmas special has a hilarious Motherland Easter egg only a true superfan can spot
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
The Amandaland Christmas special is a British sitcom masterpiece, so keep your eye out for an extra crafty Motherland Easter egg.
How social media encourages the worst of AI boosterism
MIT Technology Review / 4h
Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, summed it up in three words : “This is embarrassing.” Hassabis was replying on X to an overexcited post by Sébastien Bubeck, a research scientist at the rival firm OpenAI, announcing that two mathematicians had used OpenAI’s latest large language model, GPT-5, to find solutions to 10 unsolved problems in mathematics. “Science acceleration via AI has officia
How I learned to stop worrying and love AI slop
MIT Technology Review / 4h
Lately, everywhere I scroll, I keep seeing the same fish-eyed CCTV view: a grainy wide shot from the corner of a living room, a driveway at night, an empty grocery store. Then something impossible happens. JD Vance shows up at the doorstep in a crazy outfit. A car folds into itself like paper and drives away. A cat comes in and starts hanging out with capybaras and bears, as if in some weird mode
Watch These Live Cams of the Los Angeles Area Rain and Flood Risk During Christmas Week
Gizmodo / 4h
Southern California is bracing for mudslides and other hazards during the holiday week.
TikTok removes AI weight loss ads from fake Boots account
26BBC News / 4h
The adverts for prescription-only drugs showed healthcare professionals impersonating the British retailer.
Seth Meyers releases 7 minutes of bonus Day Drinking footage with Sabrina Carpenter
Mashable / 5h
If you felt like you needed more Seth Meyers and Sabrina Carpenter after watching that Day Drinking episode , there's good news. On Monday, Late Night released seven minutes of bonus footage, which includes an innuendo-based game, some song-themed cocktails, and plenty more alcohol-fuelled giggling. Get these two their own podcast already.
ChatGPT recapped your personal AI habits in 2025. Heres how to see yours.
Mashable / 5h
ChatGPT is giving your chatbot conversations the Spotify Wrapped treatment, launching personalised end-of-year recap Your Year with ChatGPT. In the spirit of the holidays, perhaps this is a good opportunity to reflect on your AI use. What is Your Year with ChatGPT? Launched today , Your Year with ChatGPT is a personalised summary of how you've used the generative AI chatbot throughout the past ye
3 canceled Netflix shows in 2025 that are still worth watching
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
From crime comedies to spy thrillers via the latest from the creator of Dawson's Creek, here are three canceled Netflix shows from 2025 that are still worth checking out.
I review e-bikes for a living, and these are my top 3 electric bikes from 2025
Latest from TechRadar / 6h
2026 is almost here and it was a bumper year for powered vehicles. Here are the best e-bikes I tested this year.
'There were many years of issues that led to the situation we're in' — iRobot CEO on why the failed Amazon deal can't be blamed for the company's issues
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Expensive processes and a failure to listen to the customer set iRobot on its downward trajectory, says its CEO.
AU$50 off the AirPods Pro 3 is the Christmas (deal) miracle I've been waiting for
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
The AirPods Pro 3 have been relatively immune to discounts since they launched in September, which makes this AU$50 saving at Amazon one to get excited about.
US bans new foreign-made drones and components
Engadget / 9h
The Federal Communications Commission has added foreign-made drones and their critical components to the agency’s “ Covered List ,” making them prohibited to import into the US. In a public notice published by the FCC, it said several national security agencies have determined that umanned aircraft systems (UAS) and their critical components produced in foreign countries pose an unacceptable risk
Hurdle hints and answers for December 23, 2025
Mashable / 9h
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 Arsenal vs. Crystal Palace online for free
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: Live stream Arsenal vs. Crystal Palace in the EFL Cup for free on ITVX . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . These are special times for Crystal Palace fans. Fresh from winning the FA Cup last season, they now find themselves in the top half of the Premier League and the quarter finals of the EFL Cup. Arsenal stand in their way in the cup, so it
How to watch Tunisia vs. Uganda online for free
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: Live stream Tunisia vs. Uganda in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations for free on Channel 4 . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The World Cup is still months away but there's no shortage of soccer excitement thanks to the Africa Cup of Nations , which takes place over the holiday season and pits 24 top Africa soccer nations against each other. The
How to watch Nigeria vs. Tanzania online for free
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: Live stream Nigeria vs. Tanzania in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations for free on Channel 4 . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . If you're looking for a soccer fix over the holidays, the Africa Cup of Nations promises fantastic action. The event, which is held every two years, sees 24 African countries compete — including world class players from
How to watch Senegal vs. Botswana online for free
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: Live stream Senegal vs. Botswana in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations for free on Channel 4 . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Africa Cup of Nations is one of the biggest soccer tournaments in the world and is sure to whet the appetite of fans waiting for next year's World Cup. There's a big game to catch today as Senegal and Botswana clash
How to watch DR Congo vs. Benin online for free
Mashable / 9h
TL;DR: Live stream DR Congo vs. Benin in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations for free on Channel 4 . Access this free streaming platform from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Africa Cup of Nations is delivering hot soccer action all through the holidays, with plenty of nations that bring something different to the pitch. Next up is the Democratic Republic of Congo against Benin, who follow
Uber allowed violent felons in 22 states to drive, report says
Mashable / 9h
Uber admits it is routinely approving drivers with violent felony convictions — including assault, child abuse, and stalking — so long as those convictions were more than seven years ago. That's in the wake of a damning New York Times investigation (the second in six months ) into Uber's ongoing problems with safety, particularly for female riders. The ride-hailing app does at least have a blanke
Skip the OLED monitor—this Dell IPS Black LCD has everything you need
How-To Geek / 9h
It's been six months since I reviewed the Dell UltraSharp 4K Thunderbolt Hub Monitor (U2725QE) , an LCD computer screen that convinced me to give up my search for an OLED upgrade.
SpaceX Starlink Gets Over 9 Million Customers by End of 2025
Next Big Future / 10h
BREAKING: SpaceX has announced that Starlink now has over 9 million customers, up from 8M in November and 7M in August 2025. I predicted that SpaceX would get to 9-10 million by the end of 2025. 9 days at 22-23K per day is another 220k-230k. Starlink added a record 21,275 new customers on average per ... Read more
"We are living in times of great change” - I speak to AWS’ top AI minds to hear how it wants to open up agents (and building) to everyone
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
AI agents are set to play a big role in your workplace in 2026 if AWS has anything to do with it - I spoke to its AI experts to hear more.
Percy Jackson creator Rick Riordan says he admires the 'imagination' of fan theories: 'I love that they feel so passionately about the material'
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Percy Jackson author Rick Riordan appreciates the imagination of fans who read and watch his works.
In a surprise announcement, Tory Bruno is out as CEO of United Launch Alliance
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Tory Bruno, a veteran engineer and aerospace industry executive, has resigned from the top job at United Launch Alliance after more than a decade competing against the growing dominance of SpaceX, the company announced Monday. The news of Bruno's sudden resignation was unexpected. His tenure was marked by a decline in ULA's market share as rival SpaceX competed for and won ever-larger US governme
Call of Duty co-creator and Battlefield lead Vince Zampella dies in car crash
Ars Technica - All content / 10h
Vince Zampella, a video game developer who has co-created or helmed some of the most popular franchises in the world, died in a car crash on a Los Angeles highway at 12:45 pm Pacific time on Sunday, December 21. He was 55 years old. According to the California Highway Patrol, Zampella was in a car on Angeles Crest Highway when the vehicle veered off the road and crashed into a concrete barrier. N
Safety panel says NASA should have taken Starliner incident more seriously
37Ars Technica - All content / 10h
For the better part of two months last year, most of us had no idea how serious the problems were with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft docked at the International Space Station. A safety advisory panel found this uncertainty also filtered through NASA's workforce. On its first Crew Test Flight, Boeing's Starliner delivered NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to the space station in June
World’s largest shadow library made a 300TB copy of Spotify’s most streamed songs
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The world's largest shadow library—which is increasingly funded by AI developers—shocked the Internet this weekend by announcing it had "backed up Spotify" and started distributing 300 terabytes of metadata and music files in bulk torrents. According to Anna's Archive, the data grab represents more than 99 percent of listens on Spotify, making it "the largest publicly available music metadata dat
US blocks all offshore wind construction, says reason is classified
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On Monday, the US Department of the Interior announced that it was pausing the leases on all five offshore wind sites currently under construction in the US. The move comes despite the fact that these projects already have installed significant hardware in the water and on land; one of them is nearly complete. In what appears to be an attempt to avoid legal scrutiny, the Interior is blaming the d
Odyssey trailer brings the myth to vivid life
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Director Christopher Nolan won two well-deserved Oscars for 2023's Oppenheimer , and Hollywood was soon buzzing about what his next project might be. A vampire period piece, perhaps? Or maybe a reboot of 1983's Blue Thunder or British 1960s spy series The Prisoner ? Instead, Nolan chose to adapt one of the greatest epic sagas in history: Homer's Odyssey . At long last, Universal has released the
Apple hit with $115M fine for “extremely burdensome” App Store privacy policy
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Apple was hit with a $115 million fine Monday after Italy's competition authority alleged the tech giant was abusing its dominant position to harm third-party developers in its App Store. In a press release , the Italian Competition Authority said that an "App Tracking Transparency" (ATT) privacy policy that Apple introduced in 2021 forced third-party developers to seek consent twice for the same
NASA rewraps Boeing Starliner Astrovan II for Artemis II ride to launch pad
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Artemis II, meet Astrovan II. NASA's first astronauts who will fly by the moon in more than 50 years participated in a practice launch countdown on Saturday, December 20, including taking their first trip on a transport vehicle steeped in almost the entire span of US space history—from Apollo through to the ongoing commercial crew program. Artemis II astronauts (from right to left) Reid Wiseman,
Power outage paralyzes Waymo robotaxis when traffic lights go out
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San Francisco was affected by a massive power outage over the weekend. It started with a fire at a substation in the city on Saturday afternoon, causing a blackout that at times affected as much as a third of the city, leaving more than 130,000 homes without power. Among the city's affected critical systems were the traffic lights, which paralyzed Waymo's fleet of robotaxis, stopping them in thei
No one loves President Trump more than FCC Chairman Brendan Carr
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Before he became chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, Brendan Carr seemed to be a big believer in the agency's role as an independent branch of the federal government. According to the pre-2025 version of Brendan Carr, the White House interfered with the agency's independence when a Democratic president publicly urged the FCC to adopt net neutrality rules. When the Biden-era FCC rei
When clouds flock together
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Caroline Muller looks at clouds differently than most people. Where others may see puffy marshmallows, wispy cotton candy or thunderous gray objects storming overhead, Muller sees fluids flowing through the sky. She visualizes how air rises and falls, warms and cools, and spirals and swirls to form clouds and create storms. But the urgency with which Muller, a climate scientist at the Institute o
Discworld, Daleks, and Deep 13: A geeky holiday TV and movie watchlist
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'Tis the season for all kinds of festive titles to start appearing in our to-watch queues. For folks who celebrate Christmas in any form, there are a million different movies and TV specials vying for your attention. There are the beloved favorites that we'll make the time to revisit year after year, plus the seemingly endless number of new titles arriving on the various streaming services this s
Amazon's Boxing Day sale hasn't officially started – but these 62 deals are a no-nonsense shortlist for (very) last-minute Christmas shopping
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Boxing Day sales are here for 2025 is here and you can score a great deal on audio, appliances, tablets and more at Amazon
Moon phase today: What the moon will look like on December 23
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The moon is back into view now, and after a few nights of darkness, if you look hard enough, you should be able to catch a glimpse of come craters of mares. What is today’s moon phase? As of Tuesday, Dec. 23, the moon phase is Waxing Crescent. According to NASA's Daily Moon Observation , 11% of the moon will be lit up tonight. With an unaided eye tonight, you can spot the Mares Crisium and the Fe
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for December 23, 2025
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The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult to solve if you love German food. 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 December 23, 2025
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Today's NYT Strands hints are easy if you don't like the heat. 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 answer
Wordle today: Answer, hints for December 23, 2025
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Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if there's a twinkle in your eye. 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 Co
Amazon blocks 1,800 job applications from suspected North Korean agents
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The firm’s chief security officer said North Koreans tried to apply for remote working IT jobs using stolen or fake identities.
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