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Uber hit with a nearly $1 billion fine for automatically deactivating drivers in Europe
Engadget / 11h
A Dutch data regulatory authority said that Uber has to pay 824.9 million euros for violating the GDPR.
How to watch Manchester City vs. Bournemouth online for free
Mashable / 59min
TL;DR: Watch Manchester City vs. Bournemouth in the Premier League for free on CazéTV . Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . The Premier League is back on our screens, and the opening weekend showcases some really interesting fixtures. Manchester City vs. Bournemouth is probably not top of most fans' lists, but it's going to be really interesting to see how En
How to watch Frosinone vs. Juventus online for free
Mashable / 59min
TL;DR: Watch Frosinone vs. Juventus in Serie A for free on SportyNet . Access this free live stream from anywhere in the world with ExpressVPN . Serie A is back this weekend, and as usual, Juventus will get a lot of attention. Last season, they finished in sixth place. That's obviously not good enough for a club with the history of Juventus, and they'll be desperate to start with a confident vict
Moon phase today: What the Moon will look like on August 23
Mashable / 59min
The Moon is getting closer to the Full Moon, with more than half of its surface illuminated tonight. It's still in its Waxing Gibbous phase, so there's plenty to see as the Moon continues to get brighter each night. What is today’s Moon phase? As of Sunday, Aug. 23, NASA's Daily Moon Guide tracker tells us the Moon is in its Waxing Gibbous phase, with 79% of its surface visible. Without any visua
Four Years Ago, a Crypto Boss Went Missing. Now His Successor Has.
NYT > Technology / 1h
The mysterious collapse of a European cryptocurrency exchange helps to explain why the industry hasn’t shaken off its reputation as a magnet for criminals.
Two years after launch, Walmart’s Flipkart is closing in on India’s quick-commerce leaders
TechCrunch / 2h
Flipkart's quick-commerce venture is delivering 1.1 million to 1.2 million orders a day, nearly triple its November volume.
NYT Connections hints today: Clues, answers for August 23, 2026
Mashable / 2h
The NYT Connections puzzle today is not too difficult if you love your vegetables. 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 a
NYT Strands hints, answers for August 23, 2026
Mashable / 2h
Today's NYT Strands hints are easy for avid readers. 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. There's
Wordle today: Answer, hints for August 23, 2026
Mashable / 2h
Today's Wordle answer should be easy to solve if you miss the good ole days. 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 Conne
Hurdle hints and answers for August 23, 2026
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
9 of the coolest new CD players in 2026 — from a B&O masterpiece that costs more than a house deposit to ‘the turducken of hi-fi’
Latest from TechRadar / 4h
Physical media is making a comeback, and if you fancy dusting off your CD collection, you're spoiled for choice when it comes to what to play it on. Your megablaster or discman — if it's survived over the decades (I regret to inform you, it is decades) — won't cut it, I'm afraid. Below, I've rounded up nine of the most intriguing, innovative, and downright cool CD players, including ones that hav
Tesla Cybercab Launch in 12 Days
Next Big Future / 4h
Tesla Cybercab will launch in 12 days. They will start putting the Cybercabs into the robotaxi fleets in Austin and elsewhere. We will see what other announcements will be made on the rollout schedules and plans. pic.twitter.com/yChZnEzwZf — Tesla (@Tesla) August 22, 2026
SpaceX Starship Months for Tower Catch Schedule But 10X Launch Approvals
Next Big Future / 4h
Elon indicates the will catch of the SpaceX Starship with the tower will be in a few months. First reflight of the ship will be either end of this year or early next. That will be a fork in the road of history for consciousness reaching the stars. Looks like we will probably catch the ... Read more
The US Army is training AI agents to work alongside human forces in 'work roles'
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
Army AI agents now perform specialized cyber work under human supervision Human commanders still decide which operational risks machines can handle AI agents train for cyber roles using standards similar to personnel The US Army is training AI agents to work alongside human forces in defined cyber roles, assigning specialized responsibilities within operational units. According to Army Cyber Comm
The US Air Force wants its next generation of target drones to mimic stealth jets
Latest from TechRadar / 5h
The Air Force wants drones spanning hobbyist toys to full stealth fighters Fighter-mimicking drones must fly past Mach 1.6 at high altitude Bomber-sized drones need matching radar, heat, and physical dimension signatures The US Air Force is seeking industry proposals for target drones capable of imitating threats from cheap commercial aircraft to stealth fighters. A recent Request for Information
Quote of the day by Palantir co-founder Peter Thiel: 'Anyone that has a monopoly will pretend that they're in incredible competition' — exposing how tech titans bend the market in their favour
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
The size and scope of the world's biggest technology companies seem beyond anything we could have imagined in the distant past. Companies like Microsoft, Meta, and Google are described by many as monopolies in particular sectors and have landed themselves in trouble with the law over it. Do not pass GO Writing in his book 'Zero to One', Palantir and PayPal co-founder Peter Thiel commented on the
The best Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold cases — high-quality covers to protect your new foldable handset
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Looking for a case for your brand-new Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold? You've come to the right place. The Pixel 11 Pro Fold is one of Google's new handsets. It was announced in August 2026 alongside the standard Pixel 11, the 11 Pro, and the 11 Pro XL. Those are all pretty good (we enjoyed testing them out ), but the 11 Pro Fold stands out for being the only foldable option of the bunch. The foldable p
How to watch Sri Lanka vs India 2nd Test: Free Streams & TV Channels
Latest from TechRadar / 7h
Watch Sri Lanka vs India 2nd Test free on DD Sports (India) / Siyatha TV (Sri Lanka) / Kayo (FREE trial) (AUS) BLOCKED? Unblock cricket streams with NordVPN (try risk-free for 30 days) Second Test: August 23-27 from 10am IST / 5:30am BST / 12:30am ET daily After a dominant win at Galle in the first Sri Lanka vs India Test, Shubman Gill’s men will now be looking to grab another 30 crucial World Te
Harvard’s $699 startup bootcamp offers AI avatars of its instructors
TechCrunch / 7h
In the HBS Foundry program, AI avatars provide feedback during practice pitches and board meetings.
If Waymo cars are Level 4 automation, what does it take to be a Level 5?
Engadget / 7h
We break down the different autonomous driving levels, and why Level 5 is so hard to achieve.
American Airlines’ Most Important Turnaround Photo Isn’t A New Plane—It’s The CEO Working Alongside Employees At The Gate
View from the Wing / 8h
rare photo of American Airlines CEO Robert Isom at a gate points to the work still required: persuading 130,000 employees to deliver the premium airline the company is finally building.
Mercedes gave its new C-Class three AI assistants that compete to answer your questions
How-To Geek / 8h
In June 2023, Mercedes-Benz and Microsoft ran a three-month ChatGPT beta on the automaker's MBUX Voice Assistant. Before that, the assistant could only recognize a fixed set of pre-programmed commands or phrases drivers had to memorize and repeat back, almost word for word, to get a scripted answer.
Anthropic Is Reportedly Being Upfront With Would-Be Investors About AI Backlash
Gizmodo / 8h
Its IPO prospectus will dwell on the topic, CNBC claims.
Weekly Review: August 22, 2026
One Mile at a Time / 8h
I hope everyone is having a nice weekend so far! I’m at home with family, and am planning a trip for a couple of weeks from now, which should involve some fun airlines… I’m excited to share the details soon, but in the meantime, will finish up my current trip report. On the points & travel front, this week Alaska announced its latest Europe expansion, Flying Blue unveiled a devaluation, the FAA i
How to limit Instagram from using your data for AI and ads
Engadget / 8h
You can keep Instagram from using your activity outside the app to influence the ads you get.
Floating 10 MW nuclear reactor proposed for California: barge-mounted SMR aims to power 15,000 homes
Latest from TechRadar / 8h
Bluecore's floating reactor could power about 15,000 homes near the port California has banned new nuclear reactor construction since 1976 The reactor would sit on a barge leased at Berth 48 The Port of Long Beach is exploring small modular reactors that could eventually supply electricity for port operations and ships. Bluecore Energy, a startup building compact nuclear reactors meant to operate
Linux isn't for everyone, but these 5 types of people should seriously consider it
How-To Geek / 8h
I've used Linux seriously for over 20 years. I love it, but as with a lot of things I like it's not necessarily for everyone. Still, more people are talking about Linux, and looking to switch to it , more than ever. Over the years of using Linux, here are the users I believe would get the most out of Linux.
Will the DOJ’s investigation into a16z spook other VCs?
TechCrunch / 9h
On the latest episode of Equity, we wonder why the DOJ is investigating startup board seats.
Vincent Hložník illustration for “Cat’s house - A storybook and a play for the stage” publilshed in…
Music, Arts & Literature / 9h
oldpagesclub : Vincent Hložník illustration for “Cat’s house - A storybook and a play for the stage” publilshed in 1984 (book from my private collection)
I asked ChatGPT if I should get Botox — its answer made me understand why ChatGPT for teens needs to exist
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
OpenAI launched ChatGPT for Teens this week. Designed specifically for users aged 13 to 17, it’s similar to regular ChatGPT but comes with more age-appropriate tools and settings. This includes things like a Study Mode, which offers guidance, follow-up questions and knowledge checks, Homework Reminders, prompts encouraging users to take breaks, and reminders before image uploads to check they’re
Best Buy's 60th Anniversary sale has some seriously tempting TCL TV deals — our favorite models are up to $2,000 off
Latest from TechRadar / 9h
The Best Buy 60th Anniversary sale includes a myriad of excellent TV discounts this week, but I don't think any touch the retailer's deals on the TCL brand specifically when it comes to outright value. Right now, Best Buy's discounts range up to $2,000 off across a range of 2025 and 2026 TCL models — many of which we've reviewed highly here at TechRadar. A few of these displays were arguably alre
The oldest iPhone model you can trade-in with Apple is older than you'd think
Engadget / 9h
Even old Apple devices you haven't touched in years could still get you some credit towards a new phone.
This developer brought Samsung Messages back from the dead—RCS support included
How-To Geek / 9h
Samsung discontinued its Messages app earlier this year, leaving Galaxy owners without the One UI messaging experience they'd grown used to. The Android community tends to right these wrongs, and a replacement app that recreates the app closely has been released—it even works with RCS.
There Are Carrier Pigeon Apps Now Because Pigeon Technology Is Actually Superior
Gizmodo / 9h
The original wireless carriers.
OpenAI calls for California to strengthen its AI safety laws
Engadget / 9h
The AI leader said that the state's SB 53 framework should "be amended to expand safeguards."
shoutout to the >2,000 year-old 120ft-long Nazca Lines cat geoglyph
Music, Arts & Literature / 10h
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South Korean city bets on the ocean to solve its AI data center crisis — but this is only the beginning
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
Ulsan is testing underwater data centers to support growing AI workloads The project carries a KRW 51.1 billion (about $37 million) budget through 2030 Seawater could provide cooling without conventional mechanical refrigeration systems South Korean city Ulsan is exploring underwater infrastructure as AI computing continues to strain land availability, power grids, and cooling systems nationwide.
3 high-stakes Paramount+ thrillers to watch this weekend (August 21-23)
How-To Geek / 10h
Paramount+ dumped a mountain (see what I did there?) of catalog titles on its service at the beginning of the month, and U.S. subscribers responded by watching The Hangover so much that it's the No. 1 movie right now, according to Flixster. The most thrilling thing near the top 10, though, is Jack Reacher: Never Go Back , but I think we can do better than that.
GTA 6's Netflix timed exclusive, and gamers' defense of it sums up why the gaming industry is as bad as it is today
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
The wait for perhaps the most anticipated game of all time, Grand Theft Auto 6 , has spanned just over a decade since its developer, Rockstar Games, released the last entry in the series. Its 2023 reveal convinced fans it would arrive sooner than expected — but multiple delays sapped plenty of the excitement. After years of anticipation, GTA 6 is finally almost here, set to launch on November 19,
How Trinnov's Altitude CI AV processor showed me the importance of flagship 3D room correction in elite home cinema setups
Latest from TechRadar / 10h
I want to tell you about the Trinnov Altitude CI AV processor. And I want to tell you about it because it’s essentially an Intel computer posing as a processor with scalable channels and a software-based platform that is constantly being updated. But I need to tell you about how Trinnov was able to make a pair of ASCENDO Black Swan speakers sound good in what was essentially an elevator lobby, at
Inherent, founded by DeepMind alumni, says its AI ‘teammate’ just outperformed Anthropic and OpenAI at replicating research
TechCrunch / 10h
Built by DeepMind alumni, British AI lab Inherent released Faraday, an AI agent whose ability to replicate scientific papers could be a stepping stone for innovation.
‘Lanterns’ Head Damon Lindelof Wants Adaptation Fans to Chill
Gizmodo / 10h
As 'Lanterns' begins its eight-week run, Lindelof makes a case for why adaptations need to be risky and piss some fans off.
4 reasons the Pixel Tag won't be the "AirTag killer" it could be
How-To Geek / 10h
Google finally unveiled its own answer to the AirTag, and on paper, you'd think the Pixel Tag will dominate, given Android's install base. That's far from a given, though. In practice, there are four major problems that will likely keep it from being the category leader it was hoping to be.
I Have The Chase Ink Business Cash Card: Here’s Why This No Annual Fee Card Is Worth It
One Mile at a Time / 10h
The Ink Business Cash® Credit Card ( learn more ) is a phenomenal no annual fee business card with a welcome bonus of up to 100K points, up to 5x points bonus categories, and valuable perks, like rental car coverage. Personally I’d consider this to be one of the all-around most lucrative business credit cards , and in particular, one of the best no annual fee cards. This is a card that I’ve had f
Marriott Canceled Guest’s Prepaid Stay After Her Flight Diverted — Refused To Give Her A Receipt And Ordered Her Out
View from the Wing / 10h
A Marriott Platinum member says severe weather diverted her flight and the AC Hotel Kansas City Plaza canceled her prepaid four-night stay and kept $596.76, while an identical amount later appeared pending. When she asked for a receipt, the front desk told her to “get the f— out”—but a hotel bartender says the viral clip omits repeated confrontations.
Are digital cameras still worth buying in 2026?
Engadget / 10h
Yes, so long as you're willing to put in the work (and money) for better photos.
Why Zenvo built a $3 million car you can actually drive on a road trip
How-To Geek / 10h
The modern hypercar has become a numbers game. More horsepower, quicker acceleration, faster lap times, higher top speeds, and of course bigger price tags. These are the measurements many manufacturers use to grab the attention of the public and potential customers. Making 1,000 horsepower doesn’t raise any eyebrows nowadays. You can go to your local Chevy dealer and pick up a Corvette that makes
Latest GTA 6 leaks reveal strip club setting and new slow-motion camera
Mashable / 10h
Grand Theft Auto VI is being plagued by more leaks than a sinking ship, beginning with the trailer three years ago , and continuing into this week with a gameplay release that sees the protagonist, Jason Duval, robbing a gas station convenience store, escaping in a car, suffering a slow-motion car crash, and then escaping into a strip club. SEE ALSO: 'GTA 6' file size: How large will the game be?
Sleepy Kitten Ring
Music, Arts & Literature / 11h
pmamtraveller :
Tesla Is Giving Up on Solar Roof Tiles as Elon Musk Leans Into Fossil Fuels
Futurism / 11h
Elon Musk’s Tesla is giving up on its Solar Roof — the latest sign that the EV company is shifting gears as its mercurial CEO continues to lean into fossil fuels to sustain his AI ambitions. Two sources with inside knowledge of the program confirmed to Electrek that the company is discontinuing its solar roof tiles, a key offering allowing homeowners to turn their roofs into renewable energy gene
Before you go back to school, set up these 5 ChatGPT tools — your future self will thank you
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
ChatGPT has accumulated a surprisingly large collection of education tools, including Study Mode and new plugins designed specifically for college students and educators. The trick is using them to learn rather than outsourcing the learning itself. OpenAI explicitly describes its approach as helping students understand material rather than simply shortcutting it, which is a useful rule to keep in
The best Kindle alternatives — excellent ereaders for anyone who's had enough of Amazon's antics
Latest from TechRadar / 11h
Once upon a time, if you wanted a good ereader, you simply had to buy a Kindle. When it came to electronic reading devices, Amazon's Kindle lineup ruled the roost. Nowadays, the market has opened up, and Amazon has made a few moves that have done nothing to boost the general public's opinion of Kindles. The latest Kindle update sparking complaints is the introduction of tougher DRM (digital right
These lubrication mistakes can seize your 3D printer
How-To Geek / 11h
Any machine with moving parts that touch needs some sort of lubrication to minimize the effects of friction if you don't want them grinding against each other. Apart from perhaps your car, there are probably few devices in a typical home with more moving parts than a 3D printer, so naturally you'll need to keep it lubricated if you want it to work correctly.
Is Nintendo Switch Online still worth it in 2026?
Engadget / 11h
Nintendo Switch Online upgrades your experience with online play and a lot of other perks, but should you shell out for it?
Pi-hole alone won't stop the tracking you think it does
How-To Geek / 11h
You might have deployed Pi-hole to stop all tracking on your network, but it actually can't do that. Pi-hole is a fantastic tool, and it can definitely block trackers from working on your network, but it's not a perfect solution—here's why.
Android Auto YouTube Limitations: Is It Worth Using In The Car?
Engadget / 11h
This open-source app turned my old webcam into a free document scanner
How-To Geek / 11h
Most people have a drawer, a box, or a pile somewhere full of physical documents they know they should digitize and never do. Scanners are either slow or too bulky when attached to a printer, even when you find the right one . And a phone app tends to upload everything to a server you didn't choose while not having the quality needed. A webcam you already own, pointed straight down at your desk,
New York—Solitude Downtown or Man and Alley Cat Henri Cartier-Bresson
Music, Arts & Literature / 12h
: New York—Solitude Downtown or Man and Alley Cat Henri Cartier-Bresson
Claude wins out in major user satisfaction survey, beating Gemini and ChatGPT — but it's bad news for Grok and Siri
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Claude AI has the highest satisfaction score among current and former users with a net score of 56.2, ahead of Gemini at 46.5 Grok and Siri languish at the bottom of the satisfaction ratings top 10 The data was collected by YouGov in the period March 1, 2026 to July 31, 2026 A new YouGov survey has lifted the lid on how people feel about the AI tools and assistants they use, with Claude AI coming
Horrified School District Pleads Police to Stop Using Electric Shock Torture Gloves on Students
Futurism / 12h
Police in Omaha, Nebraska are catching a ton of flak after revealing that they deployed electric shock gloves on two separate students during the 2025-2026 school year. One of the students was enrolled in a special education program. After the news broke, Omaha Superintendent Matthew Ray pleaded with the city police department to stop using the electrocution gloves against students. Though Omaha
This overlooked hybrid SUV gets 53 mpg and makes a lot of sense
How-To Geek / 12h
The 2026 Kia Niro Hybrid isn't the kind of SUV that grabs attention in a crowded parking lot. It doesn't have the size, power, or rugged image of many of its competitors, but it does something far more useful for everyday drivers: it keeps fuel costs remarkably low.
LG OLED vs Samsung RGB: I tested the two brands' latest flagship TVs side-by-side using reference 4K Blu-ray scenes — here's which one came out on top
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
RGB TVs are the latest talk of the TV world, with multiple brands embracing the new technology. Known by different names depending on the brand, such as Micro RGB (Samsung and LG), True RGB (Sony), and RGB mini-LED (Hisense and TCL), RGB TVs use a layer of red, green and blue mini-LEDs in their backlight, where standard mini-LED just uses white LEDs. The aim is to produce bolder, richer colors an
I’ve spent a month with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8, and this video-friendly phone has turned me into a foldable believer
Latest from TechRadar / 12h
Just when it looked like foldable phones might fade into irrelevance (they represented just 1.5% of global smartphone sales in 2025), Samsung has come along with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 — a passport-shaped foldable that could, with Apple’s help, catapult dual-screen devices into the mainstream. We’ve actually seen this form factor before — the Huawei Pura X Max , for instance, debuted in China earlie
Hotel Brand Dilution: The Maddening But Predictable Trend Of Growth Over Quality
One Mile at a Time / 12h
Here’s a topic that I’ve written about in passing endlessly, but which I’ve never dedicated a post to, so I think it’s time. Can we just take a moment to talk about the complete collapse of hotel brand standards over the years? What’s going on, what’s driving this change, and how should us consumers adjust our travel planning because of this? Hotel brands mean very little at this point Going back
Amazon devices are the latest casualties of the memory shortage price hikes
Engadget / 12h
Everything from the Echo to the Kindle is going up.
4 everyday Android features you’ll instantly miss if you switch to an iPhone
How-To Geek / 12h
Like most of my friends, I got my first iPhone in high school. However, I have been using Android for the last four years. When I recently dabbled with an iPhone 17, I expected the switch to feel familiar, but I was struck by how much I missed several Android features that I rely on every day.
You might want to skip using a Bluetooth headset for a better gaming experience
Engadget / 12h
Bluetooth pales in comparison to 2.4GHz and wired headsets for gaming. You should pick another option to avoid its latency and other drawbacks.
OpenAI says California should strengthen its AI safety bill
TechCrunch / 12h
OpenAI is calling for California to strengthen SB 53, an AI safety bill that the company previously opposed.
5 ways to repurpose your old or broken 3D printer
How-To Geek / 12h
3D printers are hardworking machines, and it's also an area that's moving ahead so quickly that even relatively new machines can feel obsolete quickly.
Civil society groups push FTC to sue AI companies over book destruction
Mashable / 12h
Earlier this month, we reported on the disturbing trend of AI companies using and then destroying physical copies of books to train their agentic AI, in a practice so eerily reminiscent of book burning that it's spooking even devotees of artificial intelligence . Well, according to Axios , the FTC is now being urged to investigate the practice, not, as we might like, for crimes against humanity,
Sounds Like ‘National Treasure 3’ Could Finally, For Real Happen
Gizmodo / 12h
Jon Turtletaub is giving fans hope, but what world will this hypothetical 'National Treasure 3' come out to?
Cats in Istanbul, Turkey (August 23, 2025).
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