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Business Insider |
5 things we learned from the latest Epstein files drop
The Justice Department released new documents related to the disgraced financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Friday.
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Slashdot |
Military Satellites Now Maneuver, Watch Each Other, and Monitor Signals and Data
An anonymous reader shared this report from the Washington Post. (Alternate URL here):
The American patrol satellite had the targets in its sights: two recently launched Chinese spacecraft flying through one of the most sensitive neighborhoods in space. Like any good tactical fighter, the American spacecraft, known as USA 270, approached from behind, so that the sun would be at its back, illuminating the quarry.
But then one of the Chinese satellites countered by slowing down. As USA 270 zippe...
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TweakTown News |
Blizzard aims to release 'one or two big things' per year, president says
Blizzard president Johanna Faries says that the goal is to have the studio release 1-2 big games and/or content expansion drops throughout any given year.Continue reading at TweakTown
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TechRadar - All the la... |
NYT Strands hints and answers for Sunday, December 21 (game #658)
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.
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NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, December 21 (game #924)
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.
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Quordle hints and answers for Sunday, December 21 (game #1427)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.
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I compiled a list of 167 hard disk drives worth buying - here are six things I found out
My in-depth look at 167 hard disk drives shows why capacity, durability, and price per TB keep HDDs relevant, despite widespread SSD adoption.
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Mashable! |
Data center investments reached $61 billion in 2025, report finds
A new S&P Global report shows that the data center market is booming.
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Neowin |
Supernatural stealth FPS Blood West is free to claim on the Epic Games Store today
The Epic Games Store's daily freebie offer has refreshed for a third time, and you can now grab a copy of the supernatural immersive sim Blood West.
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Boy Genius Report |
Comet 3I/Atlas Is Emitting A Radio Signal - Here's What We Know
Scientists have sought out and detected radio emissions from from interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, confirming what most scientists have been thinking.
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Thurrott.com |
Google Delays Full Gemini Rollout on Android to 2026
Google has delayed Gemini replacing Google Assistant on Android phones and other mobile devices to sometime in 2026.
The post Google Delays Full Gemini Rollout on Android to 2026 appeared first on Thurrott.com.
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Gizmodo |
Volkswagen’s Microbus-Style EV Will Not Come Back in 2026
Is it being paused, only to be quietly killed later on?
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MakeUseOf |
I host my own Google Photos alternative and it’s faster than the real thing
Local processing changed how my photo library feels.
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VentureBeat |
Hiring specialists made sense before AI — now generalists win
Tony Stoyanov is CTO and co-founder of EliseAIIn the 2010s, tech companies chased staff-level specialists: Backend engineers, data scientists, system architects. That model worked when technology evolved slowly. Specialists knew their craft, could deliver quickly and built careers on predictable foundations like cloud infrastructure or the latest JS frameworkThen AI went mainstream.The pace of change has exploded. New technologies appear and mature in less than a year. You can’t hire someone w...
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TechRadar - All the la... |
I hope I'm not getting ahead of myself — Resident Evil Requiem may end up being the best in the franchise, and here's why
With all that Capcom has showcased so far, I think Resident Evil Requiem looks poised to be the best entry the franchise has ever seen — here's why I think that.
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9to5Mac |
Incogni can scrub your SSN and other sensitive data from the web
Would it surprise you to know that in all likelihood your Social Security number is freely available for sale to anyone who wants to buy it? The same is true of your phone number, address, date of birth, and much more.
That’s because there are companies known as data brokers whose business is to buy personal data from websites, app developers, and other sources in order to offer it for resale. Fortunately, Incogni is here to help – 9to5Mac readers can get a massive 55% discount.
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Boy Genius Report |
India's New Spyware Mandate Sets A Dangerous Precedent
While the Indian government has backtracked on its decision to mandatorily install spyware on phones, here's why this sets a bad precedent for user privacy.
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Thurrott.com |
Back to Mint Mobile ⭐
I’m losing track of the number of times I’ve done this, but I’ve switched from Google Fi to Mint Mobile. Again.
To be clear, I really like Google Fi. I’m a fan, and I didn’t leave the service lightly. Instead, this was basic pragmatism: We finally got our acts together and got Mexico phone numbers with data plans, and so it no longer made sense to keep paying for all the international extras that Google Fi provides. And while I did some basic research just to make sure there wasn’t s...
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Slashdot |
'Subscription Captivity': When Things You Buy Own You
A reporter at Mother Jones writes about a $169 alarm clock with special lighting and audio effects. But to use the features, "you need to pay an additional $4.99 per month, in perpetuity."
"Welcome to the age of subscription captivity, where an increasing share of the things you pay for actually own you."
What vexes me are the companies that sell physical products for a hefty, upfront fee and subsequently demand more money to keep using items already in your possession. This encompasses those...
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TweakTown News |
Battlefield 6 has sold 20 million copies, analyst firm estimates
Battlefield 6 has reportedly sold a gargantuan 20 million copies since October, and the shooter is currently the #1 best-seller in the US by sales revenue.Continue reading at TweakTown
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Business Insider |
I thought the best holidays were going to be when my kids were little. I was wrong.
I pushed myself so hard to make the holidays special when my kids were little. Now they are adults, and they are so much better.
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TechCrunch |
New York Governor Kathy Hochul signs RAISE Act to regulate AI safety
The bill will require large AI developers to publish information about their safety protocols and report safety incidents to the state within 72 hours.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
25 best last-minute gifts at Amazon UK for under £50 that arrive before Christmas
Still desperately searching for a last-minute gift idea? I've rounded up 25 top tech items and cheap gadgets in Amazon's final sale before Christmas.
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Boy Genius Report |
You Can Turn Your Old Android Tablet Into A Digital Picture Frame - Here's How
If you've got an older Android tablet sitting around collecting dust, it may be better to put it to use. Here's how to turn it into a digital picture frame.
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PetaPixel |
Chinese Lenses in 2025: Fantastic and Diverse Glass at Accessible Prices
We're kicking off our annual recap series with a look back at the best and most interesting Chinese lenses of 2025. From 7Artisans to Viltrox, let's remember some great Chinese glass that hit the scene in 2025.
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MakeUseOf |
These 7 shareable subscriptions don't care if you live in different houses
Share with anyone you know and cut down on costs.
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Android Police - Andro... |
7 NotebookLM tricks that kept my 2025 from spinning out
Here's how it helped me stay organized and in control in 2025
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TechRadar - All the la... |
Newegg just made the Core Ultra 7 265K the fastest CPU under $300 - with a free Battlefield 6 game
There is no faster CPU under $300: Core Ultra 7 265K drops to $299.99 with free Battlefield 6 game.
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Protect your holiday season with big ESET discount – 30% discounts across Essential, Premium, and Ultimate plans
I’ve rounded up ESET deals on Essentials, Premium, and Ultimate.
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Business Insider |
Google and Apple are warning some visa employees not to leave the US due to 'significant' return delays of up to a year
The US State Department said it was "prioritizing thoroughly vetting" each visa case, which could cause delays.
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Tom's Hardware |
Logitech’s top-selling G502 Hero gaming mouse is half price at just $38 on Amazon — save up to 53% on this fan favorite
The G502 Hero continues to attract gamers years after launch and at its current price, it delivers strong value for those looking for a customizable, well-built gaming mouse.
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Boy Genius Report |
5 Of The Best Uses For Your Computer's Empty USB Ports
Did you know the internet is full of USB accessories that add a whole new layer of convenience to your computer? Here are some gadgets you should check out.
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Boing Boing |
An 86-year-old man fined $334 for spitting out a leaf that blew into his mouth
Roy Marsh was sitting by a boating lake in Lincolnshire, England when a gust of wind blew a reed into his mouth. He spit it out. Two enforcement officers immediately approached and told him they'd seen him spitting on the ground. — Read the rest
The post An 86-year-old man fined $334 for spitting out a leaf that blew into his mouth appeared first on Boing Boing.
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Gizmodo |
Nebula Awards Yelled at Until They Completely Ban Use of AI by Nominees
GenAI and LLMs almost got a soft pass to enter the Nebula Awards, but the sci-fi/fantasy writing community shut that down.
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Boing Boing |
DOJ's redacted Epstein drop criticized by both parties
The DOJ released a de-Trumped batch of Epstein files, missed the deadline, and redacted extensively.
Congress passed the Epstein Files Transparency Act requiring the Justice Department to release all its files on Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days. Friday was the deadline. — Read the rest
The post DOJ's redacted Epstein drop criticized by both parties appeared first on Boing Boing.
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Slashdot |
EV Battery-Swapping Startup That Raised $330 Million Files for Bankruptcy
In 2023 Slashdot covered a battery-swapping startup that promised to give EVs a full charge in about the same time it takes to fill a tank of gas.
They just filed for bankruptcy, reports Inc:Ample was founded in 2014 with a goal of "solving slow charging times and infrastructure incompatibility" for commercial EV fleets such as those in logistics, ride-hailing, and delivery, the filing states. To-date, Ample has raised more than $330 million across five rounds of funding to finance research...
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Mashable! |
An exploded Starlink satellite is orbiting Earth right now
Following a successful launch of 27 new satellites, SpaceX loses one in minor explosion.
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Boing Boing |
Wall Street's oldest law firm surrendered to Trump and paid the price
Wall Street's oldest law firm surrendered to Trump and now has to merge to survive.
Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft was founded in 1792. It is the oldest law firm in New York City. Earlier this year, when Trump signed executive orders stripping security clearances from attorneys at certain firms and terminating government contracts, Cadwalader chose to bend the knee. — Read the rest
The post Wall Street's oldest law firm surrendered to Trump and paid the price appeared first on Boi...
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MakeUseOf |
These smart lights have a unique feature that Philips Hue is missing
I love my Philips Hue smart lights, but I bought a different brand for one feature alone.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
A new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 leak may have revealed the chipset it's going to run on
There are fresh reports that the upcoming flip foldable is going to use one of Samsung's own chips.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
6 new 4K Blu-rays from December 2025 to add to your collection
Just in time for the holidays, we take a look at new 4K discs we recommend adding to your 4K Blu-ray collection – or giving as gifts.
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Boing Boing |
White House demanded Trump's made-up peace prize be big as World Cup
The White House demanded Trump's made-up FIFA peace prize be as big as the actual World Cup trophy.
When FIFA president Gianni Infantino invented a "peace prize" to give Donald Trump after he lost out on the Nobel, the White House had specifications. — Read the rest
The post White House demanded Trump's made-up peace prize be big as World Cup appeared first on Boing Boing.
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Boy Genius Report |
A Gaming Console You've Never Heard Outsold The PS5 Leading Up To Black Friday
If you thought the PS5 or the latest Xbox would be the bestselling gaming consoles during black frirday, you're wrong. It's a console you've never heard of.
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Android Police - Andro... |
YouTube Premium Lite isn't what people think it's for
The real target lies elsewhere
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Boing Boing |
Trump talks about his wife's panties at economic policy speech
Trump went to North Carolina to talk about the economy and ended up explaining how Melania organizes her underwear drawer.
President Trump traveled to Rocky Mount, North Carolina on Friday to deliver what the White House billed as an economic message. — Read the rest
The post Trump talks about his wife's panties at economic policy speech appeared first on Boing Boing.
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Business Insider |
Epstein files feature photos of some famous figures within the disgraced financier's orbit
Newly released documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein probe reveal some of the high-profile figures who rubbed elbows with the financier.
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MakeUseOf |
I dug out my old Android tablet, and it replaced 3 expensive gadgets
I dusted off an old Android tablet and it quietly replaced three gadgets I was ready to spend serious money on.
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Android Police - Andro... |
RayNeo X3 Pro review: The future is bright, but you'll look silly waiting for it
Stunning screen, silly looks
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TechRadar - All the la... |
Last call! Time's running out to get four free iPhone 17 Pro, Galaxy S25 Plus, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and other excellent deals
Don't miss Verizon and T-Mobile's big end-of-year sales if you're looking to upgrade your phone – they're likely to end soon.
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Gizmodo |
‘Man of Tomorrow’ Has Finally Found Its Brainiac
Give a 'hello' to Lars Eidinger, the man who'll be your Brainiac for 2027's 'Man of Tomorrow.'
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Tom's Hardware |
Steam app is now 64-bit only on systems that support it, 32-bit support enters final countdown — 32-bit users will stop receiving updates in 2026
Valve has begun the final phase of its plan to end Steam support for 32-bit versions of Windows, with a December Steam client update that changes how the platform runs on modern systems.
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TechRadar - All the la... |
Amazon launches one final Kindle sale to end the year — here are the 7 best deals I'd buy
Snap up a Kindle ereader from as little as $89.99 / £79.99 in Amazon's final sale before Christmas – here are the 7 best deals.
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Business Insider |
Dating after your partner dies is hard. I feel guilty for wanting connection, but I also need it.
I've learned that dating as a widowed parent means accepting a need for connection and feeling guilty for wanting it at the same time.
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Slashdot |
Firefox Will Ship With an 'AI Kill Switch' To Completely Disable All AI Features
An anonymous reader shared this report from 9to5Linux:
After the controversial news shared earlier this week by Mozilla's new CEO that Firefox will evolve into "a modern AI browser," the company now revealed it is working on an AI kill switch for the open-source web browser... What was not made clear [in Tuesday's comments by new Mozilla CEO Anthony Enzor-DeMeo] is that Firefox will also ship with an AI kill switch that will let users completely disable all the AI features that are included...
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MakeUseOf |
I didn't expect this smart TV browser to be so good — but now I use it daily
One app that covers almost everything on your TV.
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GeekWire |
Blue Origin breaks the accessibility barrier by sending the first wheelchair user to space
Jeff Bezos' space venture sends German engineer Michaela Benthaus and five other crew members on a brief suborbital trip. "It was the coolest experience," Benthaus says. Read More
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Tom's Hardware |
You can force FSR 4 Redstone to work on RDNA 3 GPUs with new workaround for Linux systems — solution requires Proton compatibility to work properly
AMD's answer to Nvidia's DLSS 4 seemingly works on older hardware but is currently not officially supported.
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Tom's Hardware |
Three year test shows OLED is significantly more reliable than LCD, with most lasting more than 10,000 hours — 20 TVs failed out of 102 tested
After 18,000 hours of simulated use, RTINGS' longevity test reveals fascinating insights into the TVs that dominate our markets today. While OLED has clearly overcome its reliability woes to become the least vulnerable panel type, LCDs with local dimming are still competitive and fare better than their unified-backlight brethren.
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5 things we learned from the latest Epstein files drop
